International HouseBogota, Colombia
- Located in a new financial area of the city, surrounded by famous entertainment and gastronomy areas.
- Small class sizes
- Do not offer favorable cancellation terms in the case of a student getting a visa rejected.
Location: International House Bogota is located in the populous, high-altitude capital city of Colombia, Bogota. The school is housed in the Quinta Camacho neighbourhood, which is considered the new financial district of the city. It is within walking distance of eateries, restaurants, links to public transport and several of the city's attractions. Such attractions within walking distance of the school include the Avenida Chile Shopping Center and Financial shopping mall.
Course selection: IH Bogota has a range of programmes suitable to students of all levels and various needs and interests. In addition to General Spanish programmes, taught over several schedules and intensities, the school also provides Spanish programmes that combine with volunteer work, Latin dancing and Business Spanish. Private or two-to-one tuition is also available in conjunction with or independently from any other course.
Getting around: The school is just a moment's walk from several bus routes. The TransMilenio bus network in Bogota is the biggest of its kind in the world, consisting of over 1 500 busses and 112 bus stops. Bogota does not have a metro or subway service.
School facilities: The school facilities include a lounge area, an auditorium, free after-class access to language learning software, several PC workstations and the use of a kitchen. Free WIFI and parking are also available for students of IH Bogota. All classrooms have ample natural light to create an optimal learning environment.
Accommodation: IH Bogota can offer accommodation in homestay facilities with local families and studio apartments throughout the year.
- The language school International House was founded in Bogota, Colombia in 2006.
- Legal name / parent company: Servicios Linguisticos IH Colombia SAS
- Tax registration ID: NIT901010913 0
- Abbreviated name of school: IH Bogota
Spanish Courses
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 13 | 24 | 42 |
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Price at school Our price | 245 233 | 490 466 | 735 699 | 980 931 | 1350 1283 | 1800 1710 | 2250 2138 | 2700 2565 | 2730 2594 | 4800 4560 | 7140 6783 |
The course includes Spanish immersion with social programme (entrance fees and transport not included).
This is the main course. It offers you a high degree of flexibility: you can do as many weeks as you want and start at any point in the year, whatever your level.
The best way to really get to know a culture is to get to know its people: learn their language and become one of them. While you are discovering beautiful, new places you can use the opportunity to practice what you learn.
Morning: 9:00 - 13:00
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 13 | 24 | 42 |
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Price at school Our price | 565 537 | 1130 1074 | 1695 1611 | 2260 2147 | 3270 3107 | 4360 4142 | 5450 5178 | 6540 6213 | 6890 6546 | 12480 11856 | 20580 19551 |
This course is a combination of the Intensive course and 10 private lessons.
It offers you a high degree of flexibility: you can do as many weeks as you want and start at any point in the year, whatever your level.
The best way to really get to know a culture is to get to know its people: learn their language and become one of them. While you are discovering beautiful, new places you can use the opportunity to practice what you learn.
You will learn just what you need at your own pace during the additional private lessons.
Morning: 9:00 - 13:00
Afternoon: 14:00 - 16:00
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 13 | 24 | 42 |
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Price at school Our price | 415 395 | 830 789 | 1245 1183 | 1660 1577 | 2370 2252 | 3160 3002 | 3950 3753 | 4740 4503 | 4940 4693 | 8880 8436 | 14280 13566 |
This course is a combination of the Intensive course and 5 private lessons.
It offers you a high degree of flexibility: you can do as many weeks as you want and start at any point in the year, whatever your level.
The best way to really get to know a culture is to get to know its people: learn their language and become one of them. While you are discovering beautiful, new places you can use the opportunity to practice what you learn.
You will learn just what you need at your own pace during the additional private lessons.
Morning: 9:00 - 13:00
Afternoon: 14:00 - 16:00
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week |
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Price at school Our price | 480 456 | 960 912 | 1440 1368 | 1920 1824 | 2400 2280 | 2880 2736 | 3360 3192 | 3840 3648 | 4800 4560 | 5760 5472 | 480 456 |
Private lessons are designed to work at your own pace and focus on your specific needs and interests.
Morning: 9:00 - 13:00
Afternoon: 14:00 - 16:00
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 13 | 24 | 42 |
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Price at school Our price | 325 309 | 650 618 | 975 927 | 1300 1235 | 1830 1739 | 2440 2318 | 3050 2898 | 3660 3477 | 3770 3582 | 6720 6384 | 10500 9975 |
This is a combination of the Intensive course and 4 hours of cooking classes per week.
Learn about Colombian gastronomy and culinary influences.
Morning: 9:00 - 13:00
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Price at school Our price | 325 309 | 650 618 | 975 927 | 1300 1235 | 1830 1739 | 2440 2318 | 3050 2898 | 3660 3477 | 3770 3582 | 6720 6384 | 10500 9975 |
This is a combination of the Intensive course and 4 hours of Latin dancing lessons per week.
Students will learn the basic steps with expert dance instructors. The most fun way to learn any type of dance is to sign up for and attend a dance class with an instructor who specializes in the specific form of dance that you would like to learn.
Morning: 9:00 - 13:00
Information for all courses offered by International House
The week starting 25 March includes two public holidays and therefore has a special price of USD 150.
01 Jan 2024, 08 Jan 2024, 25 Mar 2024, 28 Mar 2024, 29 Mar 2024, 01 May 2024, 13 May 2024, 03 Jun 2024, 10 Jun 2024, 01 Jul 2024, 20 Jul 2024, 07 Aug 2024, 19 Aug 2024, 14 Oct 2024, 04 Nov 2024, 11 Nov 2024, 08 Dec 2024, 25 Dec 2024.
Lessons needed per Spanish language level
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 For adult courses: a minimum of one free organized leisure activity per week
International House (IH)
General school facilities
Kitchen for student use
Microwave for student use
Drink vending machine
Computer lab
Free after-class access to language learning software
Lounge
Auditorium
Balcony / terrace
Student support desk
Free coffee
Free WIFI
Free parking
Smoking zones (outdoors)
Tourist information
Assistance with entrance ticket purchases
Assistance with organizing transportation
Classroom equipment
TV in some classrooms
Electronic whiteboard in some classrooms
Ample natural light in most classrooms
Number of classrooms: 7Number of public PC workstations: 8Facilities for disabled students
Wheelchair access to classroom
Accessible Toilet
Wheelchair access to reception
Wheelchair access to cafeteria
Student Age / Nationality
Top student nationalities
Age of students
Airport transfer
80 US$ return (both ways)
Visa Documents
Accommodation
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week |
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Price in US$ | 294 | 588 | 882 | 1176 | 1470 | 1764 | 2058 | 2352 | 2940 | 3528 | 294 |
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per person
We recommend that students with little or no knowledge of Spanish take advantage of our airport transfer service.
Bogotá airport transfer fee (one way):One person 40 USD.
Living in a homestay will allow you to practice your Spanish in a real life-setting and make new friends. The school offers a great variety of Colombian families available to accommodate the students and help with the immersion program.
Students are not allowed to cook in host family houses. If students buy food and wish to leave it in the fridge, the family will leave some space for them. They should however always check with the family before putting the food in the fridge.
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week |
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Price in US$ | 328 | 656 | 984 | 1312 | 1640 | 1968 | 2296 | 2624 | 3280 | 3936 | 328 |
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per person
We recommend that students with little or no knowledge of Spanish take advantage of our airport transfer service.
Bogotá airport transfer fee (one way):One person 40 USD.
Living in a homestay will allow you to practice your Spanish in a real life-setting and make new friends. The school offers a great variety of Colombian families available to accommodate the students and help with the immersion program.
Students are not allowed to cook in host family houses. If students buy food and wish to leave it in the fridge, the family will leave some space for them. They should however always check with the family before putting the food in the fridge.
Ratings of International House compared to ratings of all schools in Colombia
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Student opinions about International House, Bogota
Questions and answers about International House
- Does the school make up the lessons if two bank holidays fall on the same week?“The school doesn´t make up the lessons but offers a special discounted price for such weeks. ”Irina Zotova, LanguageCourse.Net - Nov 09, 2022
- I would like to know if I can take a test to find out my level.“Either previously online or on your first day, you will do a short language test to identify your current level. This way, the school can place you in the right group. All the other students in your class will have a similar level to yours.”Rubén De Haro, LanguageCourse.Net - Jan 16, 2023
FAQ about International House, Bogota
- I am interested in your intensive courses, but I am not a beginner, but more intermediate. Can I take a placement test before starting my lessons?“Yes, either previously online or on your first day, you will do a short language test to identify your current level. This way, the school can place you in the right group. All the other students in your class will have a similar level to yours.”Ana Carolina, Area Manager from LanguageCourse.net - Feb 11, 2022
- What is the most popular accommodation offered by International House?The accommodation Homestay is the most popular among all our clients of International House
- Is airport pickup offered by International House?Yes. The school offers pickup from El Dorado International Airport (40 US$)
- What is the number of students per class at International House?Depending on the chosen course, the maximum number of students at International House varies from 1 students (Private Lessons) to 8 students (Intensive Course)
- What is the qualification of the teachers at International House?100% of teachers at International House hold a university degree. 100% hold a recognized language teaching certificate.
- Which countries are students of International House from?The highest Nationality percentage at International House comes from Germany with a 15% representation, followed by students from Switzerland (12%) and USA (12%).
- Is this price lower than booking directly with the school?Yes, there is an exclusive discount that only applies when booking online here.
- International House offers courses for which ages?International House offers courses from 16 years to 99. Average age is 24 during the summer and 26 for the rest of the year.