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International HouseLondon, England UK

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What we like about the school
  • Best value courses in Central London, rated by the EL Gazette (a magazine for language teachers).
  • A full lending library and resource centre with over 10 000 books, journals and digital resources.
  • TOP 2% highest inspection scores among all UK schools in British Council inspection (Gazette 2021/2022).
  • Excellent nationality mix. No student nationality makes up more than 15% of students.
  • E-learning platform.
  • Electronic whiteboards in all classrooms.
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Location: International House London is located in the bustling and historic capital city of England, London. Housed in the Covent Garden neighbourhood, IH London is well placed in respect to many of the city's attractions, with transport networks, shops, and sites of interest all within walking distance of the school's front doors. Attractions such as the British Museum, Sir John Sloanes's Museum, and the Royal Opera House are just a moment's walk from the school, with Buckingham Palace, Big Ben, Westminster Abbey and the London Eye all within a 30-minute journey of the school via public transport.

Getting around: The school is a short walk from several bus stops and within a 5-minute walk of Holborn Underground station (Central, Piccadilly lines) and Tottenham Court Road Underground and train station (Central, Northern, Elizabeth line).

Course selection: IH London offers a range of courses suitable for students aged 16 and above at all levels. In addition to General English programmes available over various schedules and intensities, Cambridge Exam Preparation (B2, C1, C2), Business English, IELTS Preparation, and One-to-one programmes are also readily available throughout the year.

Social and cultural: The school runs an active social programme which changes every week to incorporate the happenings and festivities of the city. Regular entries to the programme include visits to the Sky Garden, Harrods, Covent Garden Market, the British Museum, cycling around Hyde Park and much more.
  • The language school International House was founded in London, England UK in 1953.
  • Legal name / parent company: International House Trust Ltd
  • Tax registration ID: GB106180156
  • Abbreviated name of school: IH London
  • The school is an official exam center
    The following language examinations can be taken directly at the school:

English Courses

General Language
Junior
Private
Business
Exam Preparation

Information for all courses offered by International House

Comments about courses

Course change fee (excluding holiday requests and course upgrades): GBP 25.

Travel and course insurance: GBP 11 per week.

1-1 Registration fee applied on bookings made without a group course: GBP 29.

Lesson duration
55 minutes
School's administrative fee
98.00 £
Individual classes
Single individual lessons of tuition can be reserved at 102 £. The combination of group and individual lessons is highly recommended. Individual lessons will encourage you to actively speak the foreign language and will offer you the opportunity to discuss individual problems and weaknesses.
Days without class
In 2024 (including national and regional bank holidays):
01 Jan 2024, 29 Mar 2024, 01 Apr 2024, 06 May 2024, 27 May 2024, 26 Aug 2024, 23 Dec 2024 - 31 Dec 2024.
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.
Level test
A test to assess your exact language level takes place before the start of the course via an online form.

Lessons needed per English language level

Level (CEFR) LESSONS needed per level WEEKS needed
(20 lessons per week)
A1 Beginner A1 to A2 80 4
A2 Elementary A2 to B1 160 8
B1 Intermediate B1 to B2 180 9
B2 Higher Intermediate B2 to C1 200 10
C1 Advanced C1 to C2 220 11
C2 Proficiency
Data above gives some guidance. For more details consult our page How long does it take to learn a language or reach a specific level.

Our price includes

  • INCLUDED Organized activities
  • INCLUDED Internet access and use of school computers
  • 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
  • INCLUDED Free local SIM card
  • INCLUDED Elearning platform
Note: All courses offered by International House, London can be reserved online with LanguageCourse.Net at a lower price than what you pay when booking directly at the school or at the school's website. In case a course is not listed above, just let us know.

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  • International House - Student Interviews3/6
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  • Welcome to International House
    Welcome to International House1/50
  • Entrance
    Entrance2/50
  • students
    students3/50
  • Reception
    Reception4/50
  • Computer room
    Computer room5/50
  • Library
    Library6/50
  • classroom
    classroom7/50
  • Exterior
    Exterior8/50
  • 9/50
  • International House class
    International House class10/50
  • 11/50
  • International House class
    International House class12/50
  • Local cafe
    Local cafe13/50
  • Chatting
    Chatting14/50
  • Fresh food
    Fresh food15/50
  • Front desk
    Front desk16/50
  • International House front desk
    International House front desk17/50
  • International House library
    International House library18/50
  • Computer facilities
    Computer facilities 19/50
  • Common area
    Common area20/50
  • Helpful staff
    Helpful staff21/50
  • Stairway
    Stairway22/50
  • Students enjoying London
    Students enjoying London23/50
  • International House lesson
    International House lesson24/50
  • Students in class
    Students in class25/50
  • International House students
    International House students 26/50
  • Public transport in London
    Public transport in London27/50
  • Exploring London
    Exploring London28/50
  • International House hallway
    International House hallway29/50
  • International House school building
    International House school building 30/50
  • Learning at International House
    Learning at International House31/50
  • Excursions in London
    Excursions in London32/50
  • Seeing London
    Seeing London33/50
  • Studying together
    Studying together34/50
  • Learning together
    Learning together 35/50
  • Working together
    Working together36/50
  • Teacher
    Teacher37/50
  • Lesson in progress
    Lesson in progress38/50
  • International House entrance
    International House entrance39/50
  • Working hard
    Working hard40/50
  • Taking notes
    Taking notes41/50
  • Focusing
    Focusing42/50
  • Study area
    Study area43/50
  • Taking a break between lessons
    Taking a break between lessons44/50
  • Making new friends
    Making new friends45/50
  • Cafe in London
    Cafe in London46/50
  • Cafe
    Cafe47/50
  • Coffee
    Coffee48/50
  • Food in London
    Food in London49/50
  • Fresh coffee
    Fresh coffee50/50

International House (IH)

Accreditations and Quality seals
ALTOBritish councilEAQUALSEnglish UKPreferential Terms in Case of Visa Refusal
English teacher qualifications
100% hold a university degree
Languages spoken by school staff (cannot be guaranteed by school)
First day of course
Students should arrive at 8:30
Student gender mix
45% male / 55% female
Offer for returning students
You will be refunded/waived the school's administration fee If you already attended previously a course at International House and you book here.
Payment methods accepted for payments made directly to the school
Visa - logoMastercard - logoJCB - logoBank Transfer - logo

General school facilities

  • Cafeteria

  • Snack vending machine

  • Computer lab

  • Library

  • Free after-class access to language learning software

  • Lounge

  • Student support desk

  • Copy machine

  • Printer for student use

  • Free WIFI

  • Smoking zones (outdoors)

  • Classroom equipment

    • Electronic whiteboard in all classrooms

    • Heating in all classrooms

    • Ample natural light in all classrooms

    Number of classrooms: 52
    Number of public PC workstations: 15

    Facilities for disabled students

    • Wheelchair access to classroom

    • Wheelchair access to reception

    • Wheelchair access to cafeteria

Student Age / Nationality

Average number of students
In summer: 500
Throughout the year: 300
Junior courses - In summer: 600
Minimum age of students
16 years
8 years for specific Junior courses
Average number of levels
Adult courses In summer: 10
Adult courses Throughout the year: 10
Junior courses In summer: 6
Junior courses Throughout the year: 6
Average age of students
In summer: 22 years
Throughout the year: 24 years

Top student nationalities

Airport transfer

London Heathrow Airport:
191 £ one way
382 £ return (both ways)
Luton Airport:
234 £ one way
468 £ return (both ways)
London Gatwick Airport:
234 £ one way
468 £ return (both ways)
London City Airport:
191 £ one way
382 £ return (both ways)
London Stansted Airport:
234 £ one way
468 £ return (both ways)
More information about airports around London and how to get from the airport to London on your own here on our London page.

Visa Documents

Nationals from USA do not require a visa to study short term courses up to 180 days. Documentation regarding purpose of visit must be shown at the border in order to enter the country. For Study purposes: letter of enrolment from school, accommodation arrangements and proof of payments to the relevant institutions.
Check visa requirements for nationals from other countries.
Nationals from countries that require a visa will receive documents from the school, related to booking confirmation, which is required for the visa application.
Full payment of all fees required before school dispatches documents required for visa application
Yes
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.

Accommodation

Student Testimonial Videos

Note: The video testimonials of students from International House have been provided by the school and schools do not usually publish negative testimonials.

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16 Stukeley Street - WC2B 5LQ London
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FAQ about International House,

  • English courses at International House start at 291 £ for IELTS Study & Test 15 course with 15 lessons per week. When booking here you benefit from an exclusive discount.
  • Yes. The school offers pickup from London Heathrow Airport (191 £), Luton Airport (234 £), London Gatwick Airport (234 £), London City Airport (191 £), London Stansted Airport (234 £)
  • Depending on the chosen course, the maximum number of students at International House varies from 1 students (One-to-One 10) to 14 students (General English 25)
  • 100% of teachers at International House hold a university degree.
  • The highest Nationality percentage at International House comes from Korea with a 13% representation, followed by students from Brazil (9%) and Japan (9%).
  • Yes, there is an exclusive discount that only applies when booking online here.
  • International House offers courses from 12 years (Summer English Explorer - Lessons + Activities , 15 lessons per week) to 99. Average age is 22 during the summer and 24 for the rest of the year.

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General School Brochure 2023
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International House Brochure (PDF)
International House Brochure (PDF)
IH London - Brochure 2024
IH London - Brochure 2024
IH London - Pricelist 2024
IH London - Pricelist 2024
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