Redefine North Wharf 1st floor, 42 Hans Strijdom Avenue - 8001 Cape Town - see on mapWhat we like about the school
- views of Table Mountain from classrooms
- Central location with easy access to the V&A Waterfront, beautiful beaches and public transport.
- Top rated school facilities (4.4/5.0)
- Electronic whiteboards in all classrooms.
What we dislike about the school
- Lessons are 45 minutes long, which is shorter than in other schools.
Location: EC English Cape Town is located in one of South Africa's 3 capital cities, Cape Town, a port city beneath Table Mountain, on South Africa's southwest coast. Cape Town is basked in nature beauty, offering many outdoor activities such as surfing, hiking and cycling. Students of EC Cape Town have everything they need to have an extraordinary time whilst reaching their language goals with the school. EC Cape Town is housed in a renovated heritage building on the outskirts of the Victoria & Alfred Waterfront and is close to attractions such as the Zeitz Museum of Contemporary Art, the Two Oceans Aquarium and the Cape Wheel. Local to the school are many restaurants, cafés, supermarkets and links to public transport, ensuring that sites such as Maclear's Beacon, Kirstenbosch National Botanic Garden, and Boulder's Beach, are all just a short trip away. The school is within a 20-minute taxi ride of the Cape Town International Airport, ensuring that all arrivals and departures can be made with ease.
School facilities: The facilities within EC Cape Town are of a very high standard, offering everything a student may need to feel comfortable inside and outside of the classrooms. Classrooms are equipped with electronic whiteboards and many have great views of the adjacent Table Mountain. The school's facilities include a library, a lounge area, a self-study area and free WIFI.
Course selection: Course selection includes tailor-made courses for students in Business, English for Work, Exam Preparation (FCE, CAE, CPE, IELTS), English in the City and English + 2-day safari, in addition to Academic Semester or year programmes. Many programmes are available to students of all levels, ensuring there is something for all. English & Volunteering programmes are also available throughout the year.
Accommodation: Accommodation is readily available through the school in Homestay and Residence facilities, enabling students to feel well looked after, to enjoy the city and its surrounding areas to their fullest.
School chain: EC English Schools are all part of the larger group of EC Holdings Ltd. As a group, they have pushed boundaries within English tuition, for all levels and age groups, for many years. The group consists of multiple schools, spread throughout locations such as the USA, UK, Ireland, Canada, Malta, South Africa, Australia and New Zealand.
The "EC Promise" is true throughout all EC locations, promising students that their English level will improve if they follow the 3 steps of attendance, homework and participation. The group ensures that all students will receive a friendly atmosphere to learn in, high-quality tuition and care, a varied social programme to accompany their learning, and appropriate facilities to reach their language goals.
- The language school EC English was founded in Cape Town, South Africa in 2002.
- Legal name / parent company: EC English Holdings Ltd.
- Tax registration ID: 2006/011225/07
- Abbreviated name of school: EC Cape Town
- Covid-19 Status: School currently open
- The school is an official exam centerThe following language examinations can be taken directly at the school:
English Courses
General Language
Intensive English
![Recommended English course]( "Recommended English course")
30 Lessons per week
| 15 Students (max)
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380€
361€
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 23 |
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| Price in € | 380 361 | 760 722 | 1140 1083 | 1520 1444 | 1900 1805 | 2280 2166 | 2660 2527 | 3040 2888 | 3800 3610 | 3780 3591 | 7245 6883 |
| Price in US$ | 380 | 759 | 1138 | 1517 | 1897 | 2276 | 2655 | 3034 | 3793 | 3773 | 7231 |
This course consists of 20 general English lessons and 10 special focus lessons per week. The student can choose from the following options: speaking with confidence, real-life listening, expand your vocabulary, and global awareness.
Prices
High season
High season supplement per week: 25 €
High season dates 03 Jan. 2022 - 25 Mar. 2022
High season dates 03 Jan. 2022 - 25 Mar. 2022
Course specific data
Starting dates
Every Monday
General course schedule
6 daily lessons of 45 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 8:30 - 14:00
Afternoon: 12:30 - 17:30
Morning: 8:30 - 14:00
Afternoon: 12:30 - 17:30
Possible course durations
1-23 weeks
Minimum required student age
16 years
Students per class
Maximum: 15 / Average: 12
General English
![Popular English course]( "Popular English course")
20 Lessons per week
| 15 Students (max)
Offer!
from
285€
271€
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 23 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in € | 285 271 | 570 542 | 855 813 | 1140 1083 | 1425 1354 | 1710 1625 | 1995 1896 | 2280 2166 | 2850 2708 | 2700 2565 | 5175 4917 |
| Price in US$ | 285 | 569 | 854 | 1138 | 1423 | 1707 | 1991 | 2276 | 2845 | 2695 | 5165 |
Prices
High season
High season supplement per week: 25 €
High season dates 03 Jan. 2022 - 25 Mar. 2022
High season dates 03 Jan. 2022 - 25 Mar. 2022
Course specific data
Starting dates
Every Monday
General course schedule
4 daily lessons of 45 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 8:30 - 11:45
Afternoon: 14:15 - 17:30
Morning: 8:30 - 11:45
Afternoon: 14:15 - 17:30
Possible course durations
1-23 weeks
Minimum required student age
16 years
Students per class
Maximum: 15 / Average: 12
General English + One-to-One Lessons
22 Lessons per week
| 15 Students (max)
Offer!
from
405€
385€
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 23 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in € | 405 385 | 810 770 | 1215 1155 | 1620 1539 | 2025 1924 | 2430 2309 | 2835 2694 | 3240 3078 | 4050 3848 | 4140 3933 | 7935 7539 |
| Price in US$ | 405 | 809 | 1213 | 1617 | 2021 | 2426 | 2830 | 3234 | 4042 | 4132 | 7919 |
This course consists of the General English course and two one-to-one lessons per week. It allows students to focus on their specific language needs.
Students can book additional one-to-one lessons for EUR 60 each.
Students can book additional one-to-one lessons for EUR 60 each.
Prices
High season
High season supplement per week: 25 €
High season dates 03 Jan. 2022 - 25 Mar. 2022
High season dates 03 Jan. 2022 - 25 Mar. 2022
English in the City
30 Lessons per week
| 15 Students (max)
Offer!
from
380€
361€
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in € | 380 361 | 760 722 | 1140 1083 | 1520 1444 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- |
| Price in US$ | 380 | 759 | 1138 | 1517 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- |
This course consists of 20 general English lessons and 10 English in the city lessons per week. These 10 lessons per week are focused around learning more about the city you are learning English in. You will learn about the art and culture and focus on how the locals use the language. Depending on the available timetable, students enrolled in this course will be taken outside the classroom 1 or 2 times per week. There will be assessments throughout the course which take place both in the classroom and through assignments. Additionally, there will be 5 weekly progress test, 5 weekly tutorials and an exit test. Students will receive a certificate on completion in recognition of the skills they have learnt.
Prices
High season
High season supplement per week: 25 €
High season dates 03 Jan. 2022 - 25 Mar. 2022
High season dates 03 Jan. 2022 - 25 Mar. 2022
Course specific data
Starting dates
Every Monday
General course schedule
6 daily lessons of 45 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 8:30 - 14:00
Afternoon: 12:30 - 17:30
Morning: 8:30 - 14:00
Afternoon: 12:30 - 17:30
Possible course durations
1, 2, 3, 4 weeks
Minimum required student age
16 years
Students per class
Maximum: 15 / Average: 12
Academic Semester / Year
20 Lessons per week
| 15 Students (max)
Offer!
from
200€
190€
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 24 | 36 | 48 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in € | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | 4800 4560 | 7200 6840 | 9600 9120 |
| Price in US$ | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | 4791 | 7186 | 9581 |
This course is designed to help develop fluency and accuracy across all the 4 core language skills. There are a wide variety of extras to maximise your practice time, with activities including lectures, a pronunciation clinic, conversation class, and a reading workshop.
Prices
High season
High season supplement per week: 25 €
High season dates 03 Jan. 2022 - 25 Mar. 2022
High season dates 03 Jan. 2022 - 25 Mar. 2022
Intensive Academic Semester / Year
30 Lessons per week
| 15 Students (max)
Offer!
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265€
252€
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 24 | 36 | 48 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in € | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | 6360 6042 | 9540 9063 | 12720 12084 |
| Price in US$ | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | 6348 | 9521 | 12695 |
This course is designed to help develop fluency and accuracy across all the 4 core language skills. There are a wide variety of extras to maximise your practice time, with activities including lectures, a pronunciation clinic, conversation class, and a reading workshop.
Prices
High season
High season supplement per week: 25 €
High season dates 03 Jan. 2022 - 25 Mar. 2022
High season dates 03 Jan. 2022 - 25 Mar. 2022
Work & Study
General English + Internship Programme
20 Lessons per week
| 15 Students (max)
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from
285€
271€
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 23 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in € | -- | -- | -- | 1140 1083 | 1425 1354 | 1710 1625 | 1995 1896 | 2280 2166 | 2850 2708 | 2700 2565 | 5175 4917 |
| Price in US$ | -- | -- | -- | 1138 | 1423 | 1707 | 1991 | 2276 | 2845 | 2695 | 5165 |
This course includes language lessons and an internship. Internship duration is 4 weeks to 6 months.
Prices
High season
High season supplement per week: 25 €
High season dates 03 Jan. 2022 - 25 Mar. 2022
High season dates 03 Jan. 2022 - 25 Mar. 2022
General English + Volunteer Programme
20 Lessons per week
| 15 Students (max)
Offer!
from
285€
271€
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 23 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in € | -- | 570 542 | 855 813 | 1140 1083 | 1425 1354 | 1710 1625 | 1995 1896 | 2280 2166 | 2850 2708 | 2700 2565 | 5175 4917 |
| Price in US$ | -- | 569 | 854 | 1138 | 1423 | 1707 | 1991 | 2276 | 2845 | 2695 | 5165 |
This course is the General English course and a 2 week volunteer programme. There is a minimum duration requirement of 2 weeks of English classes to enter the volunteer programme.
Prices
High season
High season supplement per week: 25 €
High season dates 03 Jan. 2022 - 25 Mar. 2022
High season dates 03 Jan. 2022 - 25 Mar. 2022
Business
English for Work
30 Lessons per week
| 15 Students (max)
Offer!
from
380€
361€
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| Price in € | 380 361 | 760 722 | 1140 1083 | 1520 1444 | 1900 1805 | 2280 2166 | 2660 2527 | 3040 2888 | 3420 3249 | 3800 3610 | 3780 3591 |
| Price in US$ | 380 | 759 | 1138 | 1517 | 1897 | 2276 | 2655 | 3034 | 3414 | 3793 | 3773 |
This course consists of 20 general English lessons and 10 English for work lessons per week. These 10 lessons focus on teaching the student skills for working in an English-speaking environment. This includes negotiations, management, HR, branding, promotional strategies, project management, business ethics, giving presentations, and preparing for interviews. There will be assessments throughout the course which take place both in the classroom and through assignments. Additionally, there will be 5 weekly progress tests, 5 weekly tutorials and progress reports, and an exit test.
Prices
High season
High season supplement per week: 25 €
High season dates 03 Jan. 2022 - 25 Mar. 2022
High season dates 03 Jan. 2022 - 25 Mar. 2022
Course specific data
Starting dates
Every Monday
General course schedule
6 daily lessons of 45 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 8:30 - 14:00
Afternoon: 12:30 - 17:30
Morning: 8:30 - 14:00
Afternoon: 12:30 - 17:30
Possible course durations
1-12 weeks
Minimum required student age
16 years
Students per class
Maximum: 15 / Average: 12
Exam Preparation
FCE Exam Preparation 20
20 Lessons per week
| 15 Students (max)
Offer!
from
285€
271€
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in € | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | 2850 2708 | -- |
| Price in US$ | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | 2845 | -- |
This is a preparation course for the FCE exam. The course price does not include the exam fee.
Prices
High season
High season supplement per week: 25 €
High season dates 03 Jan. 2022 - 25 Mar. 2022
High season dates 03 Jan. 2022 - 25 Mar. 2022
Course specific data
Starting dates
2022: 03 Jan. 2022, 28 Mar. 2022, 19 Sep. 2022
General course schedule
4 daily lessons of 45 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 8:30 - 14:00
Afternoon: 12:30 - 17:30
Morning: 8:30 - 14:00
Afternoon: 12:30 - 17:30
Possible course durations
10 weeks
Minimum required student age
16 years
Students per class
Maximum: 15 / Average: 12
Exam dates
11 Mar. 2022, 04 Jun. 2022, 29 Nov. 2022
FCE Exam Preparation 30
30 Lessons per week
| 15 Students (max)
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380€
361€
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in € | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | 3800 3610 | -- |
| Price in US$ | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | 3793 | -- |
EC English is an examination centre for Cambridge First Certificate.
This is a preparation course for the FCE exam. The course price does not include the exam fee.
Prices
High season
High season supplement per week: 25 €
High season dates 03 Jan. 2022 - 25 Mar. 2022
High season dates 03 Jan. 2022 - 25 Mar. 2022
Course specific data
Starting dates
2022: 03 Jan. 2022, 28 Mar. 2022, 19 Sep. 2022
General course schedule
6 daily lessons of 45 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 8:30 - 14:00
Afternoon: 12:30 - 17:30
Morning: 8:30 - 14:00
Afternoon: 12:30 - 17:30
Possible course durations
10 weeks
Minimum required student age
16 years
Students per class
Maximum: 15 / Average: 12
Exam dates
11 Mar. 2022, 04 Jun. 2022, 29 Nov. 2022
CAE Exam Preparation 20
20 Lessons per week
| 15 Students (max)
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285€
271€
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in € | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | 2850 2708 | -- |
| Price in US$ | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | 2845 | -- |
This is a preparation course for the CAE exam. The course price does not include the exam fee.
Prices
High season
High season supplement per week: 25 €
High season dates 03 Jan. 2022 - 25 Mar. 2022
High season dates 03 Jan. 2022 - 25 Mar. 2022
Course specific data
Starting dates
2022: 03 Jan. 2022, 28 Mar. 2022, 26 Sep. 2022
General course schedule
4 daily lessons of 45 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 8:30 - 14:00
Afternoon: 12:30 - 17:30
Morning: 8:30 - 14:00
Afternoon: 12:30 - 17:30
Possible course durations
10 weeks
Minimum required student age
16 years
Students per class
Maximum: 15 / Average: 12
Exam dates
12 Mar. 2022, 06 Jun. 2022, 03 Dec. 2022
CAE Exam Preparation 30
30 Lessons per week
| 15 Students (max)
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380€
361€
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 |
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| Price in € | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | 3800 3610 | -- |
| Price in US$ | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | 3793 | -- |
EC English is an examination centre for Cambridge Advanced Certificate.
This is a preparation course for the CAE exam. The course price does not include the exam fee.
Prices
High season
High season supplement per week: 25 €
High season dates 03 Jan. 2022 - 25 Mar. 2022
High season dates 03 Jan. 2022 - 25 Mar. 2022
Course specific data
Starting dates
2022: 03 Jan. 2022, 28 Mar. 2022, 26 Sep. 2022
General course schedule
6 daily lessons of 45 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 8:30 - 14:00
Afternoon: 12:30 - 17:30
Morning: 8:30 - 14:00
Afternoon: 12:30 - 17:30
Possible course durations
10 weeks
Minimum required student age
16 years
Students per class
Maximum: 15 / Average: 12
Exam dates
12 Mar. 2022, 04 Jun. 2022, 03 Dec. 2022
IELTS Exam Preparation 20
20 Lessons per week
| 15 Students (max)
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285€
271€
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 23 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in € | -- | -- | -- | 1140 1083 | 1425 1354 | 1710 1625 | 1995 1896 | 2280 2166 | 2850 2708 | 2700 2565 | 5175 4917 |
| Price in US$ | -- | -- | -- | 1138 | 1423 | 1707 | 1991 | 2276 | 2845 | 2695 | 5165 |
This is a preparation course for the IELTS exam. The course price does not include the exam fee.
Prices
High season
High season supplement per week: 25 €
High season dates 03 Jan. 2022 - 25 Mar. 2022
High season dates 03 Jan. 2022 - 25 Mar. 2022
Language Plus Activity
General English + 1 Day Safari
20 Lessons per week
| 15 Students (max)
Offer!
from
285€
271€
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 23 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in € | 285 271 | 570 542 | 855 813 | 1140 1083 | 1425 1354 | 1710 1625 | 1995 1896 | 2280 2166 | 2850 2708 | 2700 2565 | 5175 4917 |
| Price in US$ | 285 | 569 | 854 | 1138 | 1423 | 1707 | 1991 | 2276 | 2845 | 2695 | 5165 |
This course consists of the General English Course and an added cost for a 1 day Safari.
Prices
High season
High season supplement per week: 25 €
High season dates 03 Jan. 2022 - 25 Mar. 2022
High season dates 03 Jan. 2022 - 25 Mar. 2022
General English + 20 Day Safari
20 Lessons per week
| 15 Students (max)
Offer!
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285€
271€
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 23 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in € | 285 271 | 570 542 | 855 813 | 1140 1083 | 1425 1354 | 1710 1625 | 1995 1896 | 2280 2166 | 2850 2708 | 2700 2565 | 5175 4917 |
| Price in US$ | 285 | 569 | 854 | 1138 | 1423 | 1707 | 1991 | 2276 | 2845 | 2695 | 5165 |
This course consists of the General English course and an added cost for a 20 day Overland safari from Cape to Victoria Falls.
Prices
High season
High season supplement per week: 25 €
High season dates 03 Jan. 2022 - 25 Mar. 2022
High season dates 03 Jan. 2022 - 25 Mar. 2022
General English + 3 Day Safari
20 Lessons per week
| 15 Students (max)
Offer!
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285€
271€
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 23 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in € | 285 271 | 570 542 | 855 813 | 1140 1083 | 1425 1354 | 1710 1625 | 1995 1896 | 2280 2166 | 2850 2708 | 2700 2565 | 5175 4917 |
| Price in US$ | 285 | 569 | 854 | 1138 | 1423 | 1707 | 1991 | 2276 | 2845 | 2695 | 5165 |
This course consists of the General English course with the added cost of a 3 day Garden Router and Safari.
Prices
High season
High season supplement per week: 25 €
High season dates 03 Jan. 2022 - 25 Mar. 2022
High season dates 03 Jan. 2022 - 25 Mar. 2022
General English + 4 Day Safari
20 Lessons per week
| 15 Students (max)
Offer!
from
285€
271€
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 23 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in € | 285 271 | 570 542 | 855 813 | 1140 1083 | 1425 1354 | 1710 1625 | 1995 1896 | 2280 2166 | 2850 2708 | 2700 2565 | 5175 4917 |
| Price in US$ | 285 | 569 | 854 | 1138 | 1423 | 1707 | 1991 | 2276 | 2845 | 2695 | 5165 |
This course consists of the General English course and the added cost of a 4 day Kruger Park Big 5 Camping Safari.
Prices
High season
High season supplement per week: 25 €
High season dates 03 Jan. 2022 - 25 Mar. 2022
High season dates 03 Jan. 2022 - 25 Mar. 2022
Information for all courses offered by EC English
Comments about courses
Students under 18 must book homestay, a return airport transfer and provide a parental consent form.
High season supplement not applicable to bookings longer than 12 weeks.
Additional fees:
- Bank transfer fee: EUR 20.
- Student insurance (optional): EUR 20 per week.
- Course material is EUR 20 for the first 4 weeks. It is an extra EUR 5 per week after that.
- U18 supplement per week GBP 20.
Lesson duration
45 minutes
Level test
A test to assess your exact language level takes place at the school on the first day of the course.
Days without class
In 2022 (including national and regional bank holidays):
21 Mar. 2022, 15 Apr. 2022, 18 Apr. 2022, 27 Apr. 2022, 02 May 2022, 16 Jun. 2022, 09 Aug. 2022, 16 Dec. 2022, 26 Dec. 2022.
21 Mar. 2022, 15 Apr. 2022, 18 Apr. 2022, 27 Apr. 2022, 02 May 2022, 16 Jun. 2022, 09 Aug. 2022, 16 Dec. 2022, 26 Dec. 2022.
If a bank holiday falls on a weekday there is no refund nor are missed lessons recuperated. This is the case for the majority of language schools.
Course material
Generally course material has to be purchased by the student. Course material costs are approximately 20 € per month.
Our price includes
- INCLUDED Organized activities
- INCLUDED Internet access and use of school computers
- INCLUDED Wireless LAN zone at school
- INCLUDED Free certificate of course attendance
- INCLUDED Language level placement test at first day of classes
- INCLUDED Language level placement test before arrival
- INCLUDED For adult courses: a minimum of one free organized leisure activity per week
Note: All courses offered by EC English, Cape Town can be reserved online with LanguageCourse.Net. In case a course is not listed above, just let us know.
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EC English (EC)
Accreditations and Quality seals
English teacher qualifications
100% hold a university degree
100% hold a recognised language teaching qualification
Languages spoken by school staff (cannot be guaranteed by school)
First day of course
Written and oral level test is performed. Students should arrive at 8:30
School Size
Offer for returning students
You will be refunded/waived the school's administration fee If you already attended previously a course at EC English and you book here.
Payment methods accepted for payments made directly to the school
General school facilities
Library
Movie room
Lounge
Free WIFI
Classroom equipment
TV in some classrooms
Electronic whiteboard in all classrooms
Number of classrooms:
12Number of public PC workstations:
10Facilities for disabled students
Wheelchair access to classroom
Wheelchair access to reception
Additional comment about facilities of school
Student Age / Nationality
Average number of students
In summer:190
Throughout the year: 130
Minimum age of students
16 years
Average number of levels
Adult courses In summer: 8
Adult courses Throughout the year: 8
Average age of students
Top student nationalities
Age of students
Airport transfer
Optional airport transfer
Cape Town International Airport:
30 € one way
60 € return (both ways)
60 € return (both ways)
Best arrival airport is Cape Town Intl..
Visa Documents
Full payment of all fees required before school dispatches documents required for visa application
Yes
Express shipment fee (via courier)
85 €
Free shipment via regular mail
Yes
Preferential cancellation terms in case of visa refusal
School agreed that students booking online on this site will benefit from preferential cancellation fees in case of visa refusal, and in this case will never exceed EUR 180.
Leisure activities
| activity possible | |
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| Cooking | |
| Dancing | |
| Diving | |
| Golf | |
| Horse riding | |
| Mountainbiking | |
| Music | |
| Sailing | |
| Skiing | |
| Squash | |
| Swimming | |
| Table Tennis | |
| Tennis | |
| Volleyball | |
| Windsurfing | |
| Yoga | |
Examples of leisure activities organized by the school
Adults - Free activities
Pronunciation Class
Hout Bay Market
Grammar Accuracy
Football
Listening Centre
City Bowl Market
Pub Night
Lions Head Hike
Adults - Paid activities
One Day Safari
Canal Walk
City Tour
Casino
Bowling
Dinner & Cinema
Cape Point
Shark Cage Diving
Ice-skating
Paragliding
Wine lands Tour
West Coast Ostrich Farm
* Skydiving Experience
Accommodation
Homestay
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Single room, Breakfast & 1 meal
In high demand!
225 € per week
4 reviews
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|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in € | 225 | 450 | 675 | 900 | 1125 | 1350 | 1575 | 1800 | 2250 | 2700 | -- | 35 |
| Price in US$ | 237 | 473 | 710 | 946 | 1182 | 1419 | 1655 | 1891 | 2364 | 2837 | 37 |
Prices based on accommodation from Saturday to Saturday
Price per person
Price per person
This accommodation option includes airport pickup.
Check-in:
Saturday
Check-out:
Saturday
Note: It is important to inform the school if you plan to arrive or leave outside the standard check in/check out times.
One-time fee
The school/accommodation provider will charge a non-refundable one-time fee of 35€.
Price extra night
35 €
(Individual extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price)
Room Occupancy
Single room
Includes
Towels, Bedding/linen, Weekly cleaning, Access to laundry service, Access to Wifi in building (Free WIFI), Heating, Shared bathroom.
Meals:
Breakfast & 1 meal.
Minimum age of students
16
Dates
High season dates: 01 Jan. 2022 - 26 Mar. 2022
High season
High season supplement per week: 20 €
Comfort Homestay
Single room, Breakfast & 1 meal
This accommodation tends to sell out quickly!
Reserve as early as possible to get the best available homestay!
285 € per week
1 review
| weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week | One-time fee (charged by school) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in € | 285 | 570 | 855 | 1140 | 1425 | 1710 | 1995 | 2280 | 2850 | 3420 | 285 | 35 |
| Price in US$ | 300 | 599 | 899 | 1198 | 1497 | 1797 | 2096 | 2396 | 2994 | 3593 | 300 | 37 |
Prices based on accommodation from Saturday to Saturday
Price per person
Price per person
This accommodation option includes airport pickup.
Check-in:
Saturday
Check-out:
Saturday
Note: It is important to inform the school if you plan to arrive or leave outside the standard check in/check out times.
One-time fee
The school/accommodation provider will charge a non-refundable one-time fee of 35€.
Price extra night
40 €
(Individual extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price)
Room Occupancy
Single room
Private bathroom
Included
Includes
Towels, Bedding/linen, Weekly cleaning, Access to laundry service, Access to Wifi in building (Free WIFI), Heating, Private bathroom.
Meals:
Breakfast & 1 meal.
Minimum age of students
16
Dates
High season dates: 01 Jan. 2022 - 26 Mar. 2022
High season
High season supplement per week: 30 €
Homestay
Double room (only for 2 people travelling together), Breakfast & 1 meal
Reserve as early as possible to get the best available homestay!
180 € per week
4 reviews
| weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week | One-time fee (charged by school) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in € | 180 | 360 | 540 | 720 | 900 | 1080 | 1260 | 1440 | 1800 | 2160 | 180 | 35 |
| Price in US$ | 190 | 379 | 568 | 757 | 946 | 1135 | 1324 | 1513 | 1891 | 2270 | 190 | 37 |
Prices based on accommodation from Saturday to Saturday
Price per person
Price per person
This accommodation option includes airport pickup.
Check-in:
Saturday
Check-out:
Saturday
Note: It is important to inform the school if you plan to arrive or leave outside the standard check in/check out times.
One-time fee
The school/accommodation provider will charge a non-refundable one-time fee of 35€.
Price extra night
25 €
(Individual extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price)
Room Occupancy
Double room (only for 2 people travelling together)
Includes
Towels, Bedding/linen, Weekly cleaning, Access to laundry service, Access to Wifi in building (Free WIFI), Heating, Shared bathroom.
Meals:
Breakfast & 1 meal.
Minimum age of students
16
Dates
High season dates: 01 Jan. 2022 - 26 Mar. 2022
High season
High season supplement per week: 15 €
Comfort Green Point Student Residence
Double room (only for 2 people travelling together), No meals
200 € per week
| weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week | One-time fee (charged by school) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in € | 200 | 400 | 600 | 800 | 1000 | 1200 | 1400 | 1400 | 1750 | 2100 | 175 | 35 |
| Price in US$ | 211 | 421 | 631 | 841 | 1051 | 1261 | 1471 | 1471 | 1839 | 2207 | 184 | 37 |
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per person
Price per person
Check-in:
Sunday
Check-out:
Saturday
Note: It is important to inform the school if you plan to arrive or leave outside the standard check in/check out times.
One-time fee
The school/accommodation provider will charge a non-refundable one-time fee of 35€.
No extra nights bookable
Room Occupancy
Double room (only for 2 people travelling together)
Private bathroom
Included
Distance from school
30 minutes walking.
Includes
Kitchen, Private bathroom.
Meals:
No meals.
Minimum age of students
18
Dates
High season dates: 01 Jan. 2022 - 26 Mar. 2022
High season
High season supplement per week: 15 €
Comfort Green Point Student Residence
Single room, No meals
370 € per week
| weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week | One-time fee (charged by school) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in € | 370 | 740 | 1110 | 1480 | 1850 | 2220 | 2590 | 2720 | 3400 | 4080 | 340 | 35 |
| Price in US$ | 389 | 778 | 1167 | 1555 | 1944 | 2333 | 2721 | 2858 | 3572 | 4287 | 358 | 37 |
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per person
Price per person
Check-in:
Sunday
Check-out:
Saturday
Note: It is important to inform the school if you plan to arrive or leave outside the standard check in/check out times.
One-time fee
The school/accommodation provider will charge a non-refundable one-time fee of 35€.
No extra nights bookable
Room Occupancy
Single room
Private bathroom
Included
Distance from school
30 minutes walking.
Includes
Kitchen, Private bathroom.
Meals:
No meals.
Minimum age of students
18
Dates
High season dates: 01 Jan. 2022 - 26 Mar. 2022
High season
High season supplement per week: 5 €
Comfort Green Point Student Residence
Shared room (multiple beds), No meals
100 € per week
| weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week | One-time fee (charged by school) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in € | 100 | 200 | 300 | 400 | 500 | 600 | 700 | 680 | 850 | 1020 | 85 | 35 |
| Price in US$ | 106 | 211 | 316 | 421 | 526 | 631 | 736 | 715 | 893 | 1072 | 90 | 37 |
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per person
Price per person
Check-in:
Sunday
Check-out:
Saturday
Note: It is important to inform the school if you plan to arrive or leave outside the standard check in/check out times.
One-time fee
The school/accommodation provider will charge a non-refundable one-time fee of 35€.
No extra nights bookable
Room Occupancy
Shared room (multiple beds)
Private bathroom
Included
Distance from school
30 minutes walking.
Includes
Kitchen, Private bathroom.
Meals:
No meals.
Minimum age of students
18
Dates
High season dates: 01 Jan. 2022 - 26 Mar. 2022
High season
High season supplement per week: 15 €
Standard Drop Street Residence
Twin room, Breakfast
200 € per week
| weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week | One-time fee (charged by school) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in € | 200 | 400 | 600 | 800 | 1000 | 1200 | 1400 | 1600 | 2000 | 2400 | 200 | 35 |
| Price in US$ | 211 | 421 | 631 | 841 | 1051 | 1261 | 1471 | 1681 | 2101 | 2522 | 211 | 37 |
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per person
Price per person
Check-in:
Sunday
Check-out:
Saturday
Note: It is important to inform the school if you plan to arrive or leave outside the standard check in/check out times.
One-time fee
The school/accommodation provider will charge a non-refundable one-time fee of 35€.
No extra nights bookable
Room Occupancy
Twin room
Distance from school
10 minutes walking.
Includes
Shared bathroom.
Meals:
Breakfast.
Minimum age of students
18
Dates
High season dates: 01 Jan. 2022 - 26 Mar. 2022
High season
High season supplement per week: 15 €
Standard Drop Street Residence
Single room, Breakfast
220 € per week
| weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week | One-time fee (charged by school) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in € | 220 | 440 | 660 | 880 | 1100 | 1320 | 1540 | 1760 | 2200 | 2640 | 220 | 35 |
| Price in US$ | 232 | 463 | 694 | 925 | 1156 | 1387 | 1618 | 1849 | 2312 | 2774 | 232 | 37 |
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per person
Price per person
Check-in:
Sunday
Check-out:
Saturday
Note: It is important to inform the school if you plan to arrive or leave outside the standard check in/check out times.
One-time fee
The school/accommodation provider will charge a non-refundable one-time fee of 35€.
No extra nights bookable
Room Occupancy
Single room
Distance from school
10 minutes walking.
Includes
Shared bathroom.
Meals:
Breakfast.
Minimum age of students
18
Dates
High season dates: 01 Jan. 2022 - 26 Mar. 2022
High season
High season supplement per week: 15 €
Reviews
4.3
Overall school rating of
EC English, Cape Town
10 authentic reviews from students who reserved with usEC English, Cape Town
School
Location of the school
5.0
Organisation
4.6
Facilities
4.4
Social activities
3.6
Course
Course quality / Progress in language
4.4
Value for money
4.1
Accommodation
Homestay
3.6
Shared Flat (apartment)
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- What is the best price for a course at EC English, Cape Town?English courses at EC English start at 190 € for Academic Semester / Year course with 20 lessons per week. When booking here you benefit from an exclusive discount.
- What is the most popular accommodation offered by EC English?The accommodation Homestay is the most popular among all our clients of EC English
- Is airport pickup offered by EC English?Yes. The school offers pickup from Cape Town International Airport (30 €)
- What is the number of students per class at EC English?Depending on the chosen course, the maximum number of students at EC English varies from 15 students (Intensive English) to 15 students (Intensive English)
- What is the qualification of the teachers at EC English?100% of teachers at EC English hold a university degree. 100% hold a recognized language teaching certificate.
- Which countries are students of EC English from?The highest Nationality percentage at EC English comes from Libya with a 19% representation, followed by students from Switzerland (10%) and Brazil (9%).
- Is this price lower than booking directly with the school?Yes, there is an exclusive discount that only applies when booking online here.
- EC English offers courses for which ages?EC English offers courses from 16 years to 99. Average age is 25 during the summer and 25 for the rest of the year.
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