What we like about the school
- E-learning platform.
What we dislike about the school
- Younger students should consider that the average age of students at this school is significantly higher than at most other schools.
Location: International House, Cape Town, is found right in the centre of the city. The neighbourhood is filled with shops, restaurants, cafes, supermarkets, doctors, gym, cinema in close proximity to the school. It is just around the corner from the Golden Acre Shopping Centre, and close to main roads within Cape Town.
Local attractions: The main attractions of Cape Town are scattered around the city. The Iziko Bo-Kaap Museum is a 6-minute walk from the front of the school. All the other prime features located in the city itself such as the V&A Waterfront are around 30 minutes by public transport from around the school. Maclear's Beacon, a beautiful mountain overlooking Capetown can be reached by cable car or hiking. The base of the The Pipe Track is a 15-minute bus ride from the school.
Getting around: Throughout Cape Town there are a large number of regular bus services with plenty of stops along the route making transportation easy. The central Cape Town train station is a quick seven-minute walk from the school. This line connects Cape Town with its suburbs.
Course Structure: There are general group English courses, private classes and group programmes that specialises in the use of the English language in a business environment.
- The language school International House was founded in Cape Town, South Africa in 2008.
- Legal name / parent company: IH Cape Town Language Institute (Pty) Ltd
- Tax registration ID: 2008/021829/07
- Abbreviated name of school: IH Cape Town
- Covid-19 Status: School currently open
English Courses
General Language
Standard English

15 Lessons per week
| 14 Students (max)
Offer!
from
Based on the price of 4 weeks
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Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 24 |
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Price in € | -- | 510 485 | 765 727 | 1020 969 | 1225 1164 | 1470 1397 | 1715 1630 | 1960 1862 | 2450 2328 | 2580 2451 | 5160 4902 |
Price in US$ | -- | 511 | 766 | 1021 | 1226 | 1471 | 1717 | 1962 | 2452 | 2582 | 5164 |
Intensive English
23 Lessons per week
| 14 Students (max)
Offer!
from
335€
319€
Based on the price of 4 weeks
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Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 24 |
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Price in € | -- | 670 637 | 1005 955 | 1340 1273 | 1575 1497 | 1890 1796 | 2205 2095 | 2520 2394 | 3150 2993 | 3420 3249 | 6840 6498 |
Price in US$ | -- | 671 | 1006 | 1341 | 1577 | 1892 | 2207 | 2522 | 3153 | 3423 | 6845 |
Includes Standard English lessons in the morning and English for Life lessons in the afternoon.
Student comments about "Intensive English"
Nadia:
"School is not suitable for educational leave. School cannot adapt to this at all."
Private
Private Lessons
5 Lessons per week
| 1 Students (max)
Offer!
from
210€
200€
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 |
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Price in € | 210 200 | 355 338 | 525 499 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- |
Price in US$ | 211 | 356 | 526 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- |
This is a package of 5 private lessons per week.
Business
Business English
23 Lessons per week
| 12 Students (max)
Offer!
from
355€
338€
Based on the price of 4 weeks
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Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 |
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Price in € | -- | 710 675 | 1065 1012 | 1420 1349 | 1625 1544 | 1950 1853 | 2275 2162 | 2600 2470 | -- | -- | -- |
Price in US$ | -- | 711 | 1066 | 1421 | 1627 | 1952 | 2277 | 2602 | -- | -- | -- |
The core syllabus of Business English focuses on 3 main business functions – presentations, meetings, and social exchanges. The syllabus covers the key areas of telephoning, formal and informal meetings, presentations, negotiations, business writing and socialising within the work environment.
Information for all courses offered by International House
Comments about courses
Registration fee includes all course books
depending on course duration:
- EUR 60 (1-11 weeks)
- EUR 100 (12+ weeks)
Lesson duration
60 minutes
Level test
A test to assess your exact language level takes place before the start of the course via an online form.
Days without class
In 2022 (including national and regional bank holidays):
01 Jan. 2022, 21 Mar. 2022, 15 Apr. 2022, 18 Apr. 2022, 27 Apr. 2022, 02 May 2022, 16 Jun. 2022, 09 Aug. 2022, 24 Sep. 2022, 16 Dec. 2022, 26 Dec. 2022.
01 Jan. 2022, 21 Mar. 2022, 15 Apr. 2022, 18 Apr. 2022, 27 Apr. 2022, 02 May 2022, 16 Jun. 2022, 09 Aug. 2022, 24 Sep. 2022, 16 Dec. 2022, 26 Dec. 2022.
School policy regarding bank holidays:Private classes are recuperated or refunded. Same as for nearly all language schools, group classes falling on bank holiday are not refunded and not recuperated.
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 Free local SIM card
- INCLUDED Elearning platform
Note: All courses offered by International House, Cape Town can be reserved online with LanguageCourse.Net. In case a course is not listed above, just let us know.
International House (IH)
“IH Cape Town is often referred to as the IH family by many of our students as the atmosphere amongst them is so special and students make friends for life. During their time here they explore all the wonderful sights and join our fun social activities. I also enjoy interacting with them during our monthly student parties and meeting interesting people from all over the world. I am from the UK and visited Cape Town in 1995 as a tourist, fell in love with the country and never left again. 10 years ago we then opened this school in a superb location in Sea Point right by the sea which is definitely a great selling point for us. Our staff and teachers are very dedicated and hard-working and always try to find solutions to any problems that may arise. ”
Accreditations and Quality seals
English teacher qualifications
100% hold a recognised language teaching qualification
Languages spoken by school staff (cannot be guaranteed by school)
First day of course
Students should arrive at 8:15
Payment methods accepted for payments made directly to the school



General school facilities
Kitchen for student use
Microwave for student use
Fridge for student use
Computer lab
Library
Lounge
Student support desk
Free coffee
Free water dispenser
Free WIFI
Facilities for islamic students
Available area to pray at the school
Facilities to wash feet before praying
Homestay option that can prepare halal food
Homestay option for female islamic students where no men are living in household and that prepare halal food
Arabic homestays available
Classroom equipment
TV in all classrooms
Air conditioning in all classrooms
Ample natural light in all classrooms
Number of classrooms: 10Paid parking (<500m)
Student Age
Minimum age of students
16 years
Average number of levels
Adult courses In summer: 6
Adult courses Throughout the year: 6
Junior courses In summer: 2
Junior courses Throughout the year: 2
Average age of students
Airport transfer
Optional airport transfer
Cape Town International Airport:
30 € one way
60 € return (both ways)
60 € return (both ways)
Visa Documents
Full payment of all fees required before school dispatches documents required for visa application
No
Express shipment fee (via courier)
30 €
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.
Accommodation
Atlantic Point Backpackers

Single room, Breakfast
In high demand!
250 € per week
weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week | One-time fee (charged by school) |
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Price in € | 250 | 500 | 750 | 1000 | 1250 | 1500 | 1750 | 2000 | 2500 | 3000 | 250 | 35 |
Price in US$ | 264 | 527 | 790 | 1054 | 1317 | 1580 | 1844 | 2107 | 2634 | 3160 | 264 | 37 |
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per person
Price per person
This accommodation option includes airport pickup.
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€.
Price extra night
36 €
(Individual extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price)
Room Occupancy
Single room
Private bathroom
Included
Distance from school
28 minutes walking.
Includes
TV, Daily cleaning, Towels, Bedding/linen, Weekly cleaning, Access to Wifi in building (Free WIFI), Private bathroom.
Meals:
Breakfast.
Minimum age of students
0
Homestay
Single room, Breakfast
Reserve as early as possible to get the best available homestay!
180 € per week
weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week | One-time fee (charged by school) |
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Price in € | 180 | 360 | 540 | 720 | 900 | 1080 | 1260 | 1440 | 1800 | 2160 | 180 | 35 |
Price in US$ | 190 | 380 | 569 | 759 | 948 | 1138 | 1328 | 1517 | 1896 | 2276 | 190 | 37 |
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per person
Price per person
Friendly, professional hosts!
This accommodation option includes airport pickup.
Check-in:
Sunday 10:00 or later
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
26 €
(Individual extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price)
Room Occupancy
Single room
Private bathroom
Optional at 40€
Includes
Access to Wifi in building (Free WIFI), Shared bathroom.
Meals:
Breakfast.
Minimum age of students
0
Homestay
Single room, Breakfast & 1 meal
Reserve as early as possible to get the best available homestay!
220 € per week
weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week | One-time fee (charged by school) |
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Price in € | 220 | 440 | 660 | 880 | 1100 | 1320 | 1540 | 1760 | 2200 | 2640 | 220 | 35 |
Price in US$ | 232 | 464 | 696 | 927 | 1159 | 1391 | 1623 | 1854 | 2318 | 2781 | 232 | 37 |
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per person
Price per person
Check-in:
Sunday 10:00 or later
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
32 €
(Individual extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price)
Room Occupancy
Single room
Private bathroom
Optional at 40€
Includes
Access to Wifi in building (Free WIFI), Shared bathroom.
Meals:
Breakfast & 1 meal.
Minimum age of students
0
Atlantic Point Backpackers
Twin room, Breakfast
This accommodation tends to sell out quickly!
180 € per week
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 | 380 | 569 | 759 | 948 | 1138 | 1328 | 1517 | 1896 | 2276 | 190 | 37 |
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per person
Price per person
This accommodation option includes airport pickup.
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€.
Price extra night
26 €
(Individual extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price)
Room Occupancy
Twin room
Private bathroom
Optional at 45€
Distance from school
28 minutes walking.
Includes
TV, Daily cleaning, Towels, Bedding/linen, Weekly cleaning, Access to Wifi in building (Free WIFI), Shared bathroom.
Meals:
Breakfast.
Minimum age of students
0
Atlantic Point Backpackers (4-6 bed)
Shared room (multiple beds), No meals
140 € per week
weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week | One-time fee (charged by school) |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Price in € | 140 | 280 | 420 | 560 | 700 | 840 | 980 | 1120 | 1400 | 1680 | 140 | 35 |
Price in US$ | 148 | 295 | 443 | 590 | 738 | 885 | 1033 | 1180 | 1475 | 1770 | 148 | 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€.
Price extra night
20 €
(Individual extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price)
Room Occupancy
Shared room (multiple beds)
Distance from school
28 minutes walking.
Includes
TV, Daily cleaning, Towels, Bedding/linen, Weekly cleaning, Access to Wifi in building (Free WIFI), Shared bathroom.
Meals:
No meals.
Minimum age of students
0
Atlantic Point Backpackers (8 bed)
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 | 800 | 1000 | 1200 | 100 | 35 |
Price in US$ | 106 | 211 | 316 | 422 | 527 | 632 | 738 | 843 | 1054 | 1264 | 106 | 37 |
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per person
Price per person
This accommodation option includes airport pickup.
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€.
Price extra night
15 €
(Individual extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price)
Room Occupancy
Shared room (multiple beds)
Distance from school
28 minutes walking.
Includes
TV, Daily cleaning, Towels, Bedding/linen, Weekly cleaning, Access to Wifi in building (Free WIFI), Shared bathroom.
Meals:
No meals.
Minimum age of students
0
Student@Home
Twin room, Breakfast
210 € per week
weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week | One-time fee (charged by school) |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Price in € | 210 | 420 | 630 | 840 | 1050 | 1260 | 1470 | 1680 | 2100 | 2520 | 210 | 35 |
Price in US$ | 222 | 443 | 664 | 885 | 1106 | 1328 | 1549 | 1770 | 2212 | 2655 | 222 | 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€.
Price extra night
30 €
(Individual extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price)
Room Occupancy
Twin room
Distance from school
6 minutes walking.
Includes
Shared bathroom.
Meals:
Breakfast.
Minimum age of students
0
Student@Home
Single room, Breakfast
250 € per week
weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week | One-time fee (charged by school) |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Price in € | 250 | 500 | 750 | 1000 | 1250 | 1500 | 1750 | 2000 | 2500 | 3000 | 250 | 35 |
Price in US$ | 264 | 527 | 790 | 1054 | 1317 | 1580 | 1844 | 2107 | 2634 | 3160 | 264 | 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€.
Price extra night
36 €
(Individual extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price)
Room Occupancy
Single room
Private bathroom
Included
Distance from school
6 minutes walking.
Includes
Private bathroom.
Meals:
Breakfast.
Minimum age of students
0
Reviews
1.0
Overall school rating of
International House, Cape Town
2 authentic reviews from students who reserved with usInternational House, Cape Town
School
Location of the school
4.0
Organisation
1.0
Facilities
1.0
Social activities
1.0
Course
Course quality / Progress in language
2.5
Value for money
2.0
Accommodation
Homestay
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Shared Flat (apartment)
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- What is the best price for a course at International House, Cape Town?English courses at International House start at 200 € for Private Lessons course with 5 lessons per week. When booking here you benefit from an exclusive discount.
- What is the most popular accommodation offered by International House?The accommodation Atlantic Point Backpackers is the most popular among all our clients of International House
- Is airport pickup offered by International House?Yes. The school offers pickup from Cape Town International Airport (30 €)
- 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 14 students (Standard English )
- What is the qualification of the teachers at International House?100% hold a recognized language teaching certificate.
- 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 26 during the summer and 28 for the rest of the year.
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