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International HouseNice, France

4.3

Rating: 4.3/5.0

112 students - overall rating
27 Rue Rossini - 06000 Nice - see on map
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What we like about the school
  • Located in a safe residential area, just a 6-minute walk from Nice centre and tram stops.
  • The school offers a guided tour of the city on your first day.
  • Excellent nationality mix. No student nationality makes up more than 15% of students.
  • Learning progress guarantee.
What we dislike about the school
  • Lessons are 45 minutes long, which is shorter than in other schools.
Age of students
  Percentage of students
1-18 years 54%
18-24 years 17%
25-34 years 10%
35-50 years 13%
>50 years 6%
The average age outside summer is 8 years higher than in summer.

International House Nice is located in the striking city of Nice with sunshine all year round and a splendid view of the Mediterranean sea. The school offers programmes designed to make learning interactive and meaningful. For students wishing to learn to communicate in French while enjoying their stay in a dynamic city, International House Nice is an idyllic learning destination. The school also assists with accommodation arrangements for students. The school is well-connected, being just a few minutes walk from the main street Jean Médecin, and a few minutes from the railway station and the sea shore. International House is also equipped with modern facilities that offer students an ideal ambience to learn, engage and communicate in French.

Situated in the vicinity of such locations as holiday resorts overlooking the coast, art galleries and museums as well as major attractions like Old Town and Promenade des Anglais, Nice is home to plenty of exciting activities and a dazzling night life. Drive to Cannes and visit the French Riviera to experience the warmth and hospitality of the French style.

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General French Course - GR20Popular French course
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279€266€
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Combination Course (20 Group + 10 Individual) - CO30
30 lessons per week
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Combination Course (20 Group + 4 Individual) - CO24
24 lessons per week
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499€475€
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French + Art de Vivre
20 lessons per week
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389€370€
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French + Découverte
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French + Experience French and France (Activities) - EX30
20 lessons per week
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Conversation Course - CONV
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Family Programme - FAM20
20 lessons per week
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499€475€
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Online Conversation Course - CONV zoom
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Online General French Course - GR20 zoom
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DELF/DALF Preparation Course - PREPRecommended French course
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French + Gourmet
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Our prices for International House include

  • 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 before arrival
  • INCLUDED For adult courses: a minimum of one free organized leisure activity per week
  • INCLUDED Learning progress guarantee

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Student opinions about International House, Nice

4.3

Rating: 4.3/5.0

Overall school rating of
International House, Nice
112 authentic ratings from students who reserved with us
School
Location of the school
4.8 

Rating: 4.8/5.0

Facilities
3.5 

Rating: 3.5/5.0

Social activities
3.2 

Rating: 3.2/5.0

Organisation
4.1 

Rating: 4.1/5.0

Course
Quality of teaching
4.3 

Rating: 4.3/5.0

Value for money
4.0 

Rating: 4.0/5.0

Accommodation
Homestay
4.2 

Rating: 4.2/5.0

Shared Flat (apartment)
3.3 

Rating: 3.3/5.0

Other
3.0 

Rating: 3.0/5.0

Overall school rating by student age group
Students < 18 years (11 ratings)
4.4 

Rating: 4.4/5.0

Students 18-30 years (22 ratings)
4.2 

Rating: 4.2/5.0

Students 31-49 years (31 ratings)
4.3 

Rating: 4.3/5.0

Students 50+ years (31 ratings)
4.5 

Rating: 4.5/5.0

Verified reviews only, uncensored. All student opinions from students who booked a course at the school with LanguageCourse.net.
63 years
Overall rating
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Liked
“On the whole, I enjoyed the experience and my French has improved a little. The location of the school is perfect, staff were friendly, classes the right size. School tried to include opportunities for students to mingle and practice language: the tour around Vieux Nice was enjoyable, the unexpected (free) conversation class one mid-week afternoon was welcome. All gatherings were useful for getting to know the other students and practicing language. Teaching was ok and I enjoyed the topic (art) in one of the two classes I attended. The other teacher over-used the Internet, was constantly searching for clips to show us of the Olympics which we had to watch and were just expected to comment about spontaneously. No structure, no questions, just staring at a screen which was giving me a headache. In both classes I attended, I suggest making more use of standard language teaching techniques like discussion in pairs before opening a question out to the whole class. If every question is an open class question the strongest linguist in the class always dominates and the weaker ones do not get to practice. In addition, when all students were brought together on the last day, why not do a 'mingler'? ie, clear the room of tables and chairs, all students on their feet, armed with the same 3 given questions and students walk around talking freely with other students instead of crammed in between tables, only able to talk to the one or two students nearby.”
Disliked
“Organisation could have been better. If you ask students to arrive at 8am then you should have someone behind the reception desk to meet and greet at 8am. I was even shooed me away from the welcome breakfast by an Erasmus class teacher, claiming it wasn't for the students coming to learn French only. Most disappointing though was the trip to Eze on the last day which was unnecessarily stressful. The trip which was supposed to be by bus was in fact around 4 different trams, needless walking between stops in sweltering heat, then 15 minute wait in direct sun at the bus station which had taken ages to reach. Consequently, there was less time in Eze - just enough time to walk round the village and garden once with no time apparently to look at any of the little artisan shops, buy anything or go for a drink on the chateau terrace as some of us would have liked. We had scarcely walked round once without a pause when teacher herded us back to the bus stop as she didn't want to miss the bus. Such a short visit after all the trouble to get there. We were told we could go our separate ways back as we liked, but the idea was to go there as a group and do it together to have the opportunity to practice French etc. Apparently some students must have said something because the next thing I know we had done a right turn at the bus stop and ended up in the perfumery which was ok but I'd already been to the one in Grasse and would rather have spent the extra hour in the village/chateau we had come to see. We then got the bus back and it took us straight back to Vieux Nice! Why didn't we take the bus from there on the outward journey and avoided the endless chain of trams, walks and waits in the scorching sun? The trip was at least another good opportunity to practice language and Eze was lovely. I only wish we had had more leisure time. Why didn't she say, "ok go and have a look around on your own for 30 minutes and we'll all meet back at the chateau for a drink before we get the bus. The bus leaves at XXXX times". I would suggest that in future, an information sheet should be provided itinerary which could be discussed with students in classrooms so that everyone knows what to expect. It should contain bus times, names of stops to get on and off, show where the bus and tram stops are in Eze village and Eze beach. I would certainly like to go again to Eze without the unnecessary stress the next time. ”
Insider tip: “Bring a notepad and pen.”
Review details
Course: General French Course - GR20 [French] - 1 week
Review date: 6. Aug. 2024 by Birgit Renee Swallo-Tiefenthaler
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
61 years
Overall rating
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Liked
“I liked the small classroom size and the multi-national background of the students. Although many of them had been studying together for weeks, I was immediately accepted into the group. I felt that my placement into the B1 group was appropriate for my skill level. I was only enrolled for one week, but at the end of the felt that my oral comprehension had definitely improved. I will definitely re-enrol when my travels next take me to Nice.”
Review details
Course: GR 20 - Intensive course - 1 week
Review date: 29. Jan. 2018 by Amy Gerome-Acuff
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
35 years
Overall rating
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Liked
“The courses were very "personal" with a lot of conversation. The teachers had many ideas, like a class about wine with a tasting, or watching a film and speaking about it.”
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Course: Standard
Review date: 10. Sep. 2003 by
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
12 years
Overall rating
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Liked
“The teachers (their competence, friendliness), an individual approach to the students by the management and the teachers. A good level of teaching.”
Insider tip: “Don't be shy to express your requests and wishes to the staff. Try to practice your speaking skills as much as you can. Choose accommodation close to the school.”
Review details
Other comments The course duration should be not less than 2 weeks, the first week is mainly to adapt and determine the optimal level. I would implement the mandatory homework. In general, I liked everything very much!
Course: TEEN 20 - Summer course (12-16 years) - 2 weeks
Review date: 27. Jul. 2015 by Eva Korotkikh
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
14 years
Overall rating
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Liked
“Most of all I liked the fact that the classes were interesting, exciting, and just right for my level. I developed my French with great success!”
Insider tip: “Listen to everything you say in class, and everything will go well.”
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Other comments I really liked the organization of our free time, and I want to say thank you to my host family. Everything was great!
Course: RES 20 - Teen Summer Package (12-16 years) - 3 weeks
Review date: 11. Sep. 2013 by Hrynko Palina
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
64 years
Overall rating
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Liked
“Great teaching staff who adapt to the students' individual needs. The teaching staff changed frequently, which I found positive and varied.”
Review details
Quality of teaching / language progress: Too much! 20 hours would have been enough for me. The hours are already very intensive.
Course: Combination Course (20 Group + 4 Individual) - CO24 - 3 weeks
Review date: 28. Oct. 2024 by Wolfgang Pilgrim
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
68 years
Overall rating
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Liked
“Central location, very good teachers, small classes, good equipment with audio-visual technology, everyone very friendly and helpful.”
Disliked
“Rooms/ corridors a bit cramped, especially when there are many students”
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Course: Intensive Course - 2 weeks
Review date: 3. Oct. 2023 by Wilfried Gerne
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
41 years
Overall rating
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Liked
“The diversity of the students (multicultural/multinational) made for a very enlightening experience and kept everything interesting.”
Insider tip: “Bring a good notebook and be prepared to devote 1-2 hours to personal study/homework every day.”
Review details
Other comments I stayed with a host family. It was a great experience and I highly recommend it.
Course: GR 26 - Extra-intensive Course - 1 week
Review date: 24. Jan. 2019 by Adam Shaw
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
20 years
Overall rating
3.0

Rating: 3/5.0

Liked
“Most teachers are friendly and try to involve students in lessons. There are many oral activities that encourage learning.”
Disliked
“The organisation of International House was problematic from the beginning. Students who have extra classes are tried to reduce the classes from 2 days (6 extra hours) to only 1 day (3 extra hours) without reimbursement. This was not only asked of me in the first week by the head of the centre but also in the second week. I did not feel that I received satisfactory answers and appropriate feedback. When I was motivated to do additional homework I felt judged and as if they were not willing to give me activities to do at home if I asked for them. Organised trips were few (2 a week, but 1 was the Nice tour for newcomers). The other trip they offered to Antibes was quite expensive for just the train ticket and was a rushed tour. Additionally the brochure at the reception said that they would give us our individual train ticket so that we could return whenever we wanted. In reality they bought tickets in groups and if you wanted to stay longer you had to buy your own ticket to return.”
Insider tip: “It is better to live in a flat on your own. The school gives you a student ticket which allows you to enter many museums free of charge.”
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Quality of teaching / language progress: The teachers did not seem to want to teach in the afternoons.
Other comments In general, it lacks a lot of organisation.
Course: Super Intensive Course [French] - 3 weeks
Review date: 14. Aug. 2023 by Camila Schulze Olivares
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Overall rating
3.0

Rating: 3/5.0

Liked
“This is regarding Kids Club. They offer arts and crafts activities as well as some karate lessons. My kids enjoyed these.”
Review details
Other comments Though they had activities for the kids, the class wasn't French immersion. They spoke in English and French. So my kids did not notice any French that was spoken as they were tune into the English when spoken. They did not learn any French as we hoped.
Course: Kids Club (4-10 years) - 2 weeks
Review date: 9. Aug. 2017 by Noemi Tourtollet
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
44 years
Overall rating
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Liked
“The diversity of students and location. After school you are walking distance to restaurants, the beach, and shopping.”
Insider tip: “If you are lucky to get J.C. as a teacher, he makes the class very interesting and fun!”
Review details
Other comments The school can be flexible if you want to change class/level. Just ask.
Course: FAM 20 Family French programme - 2 weeks
Review date: 9. Aug. 2017 by Annie Kong
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
35 years
Overall rating
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Liked
“The approach was very personal, and a perfect combination of speaking and grammar. The teacher Annick was excellent!”
Review details
Course: General French Course - GR20 [French] - 1 week
Review date: 15. Jan. 2024 by Daria Avramchuk
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
54 years
Overall rating
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Liked
“Lots of time during class for discussions and thus use of the language. The grammar was taught in a practical way.”
Review details
Course: GR 20 - Intensive course - 2 weeks
Review date: 24. Apr. 2018 by Beatrice Stierli
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
25 years
Overall rating
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Liked
“Michael was a great teacher, the lessons were entertaining and we talked a lot. He also gave us tips for hikes :)”
Disliked
“apart from a communication café, we were not informed about joint activities”
Insider tip: “Hike to Eze and the Cab d'Antibes”
Review details
Quality of teaching / language progress: Super! I learnt more in a week than I thought I would.
Course: General French Course - GR20 [French] - 1 week
Review date: 26. Feb. 2024 by Sarah Rondot
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
48 years
Overall rating
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Liked
“The courtesy of the school director, the very good organization and the high quality of the teachers”
Review details
Other comments I suggest to improve the social activities. What they offer is not enough or interesting and there wasnt the minimum number of partecipants to do any of them.
Course: CO 24 - Combination Course (20 group + 4 individual) - 1 week
Review date: 31. Oct. 2018 by Andrea Carrer
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
19 years
Overall rating
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Liked
“The teaching was adequate, with knowledgeable and empathetic teachers. The experience was excellent”
Disliked
“Nothing in particular ”
Insider tip: “Take at least a 2 weeks course ”
Review details
Quality of teaching / language progress: Useful and pleasant
Other comments Positive evaluation
Course: General French Course - GR20 - 1 week
Review date: 26. Aug. 2024 by Fabiana Cerenza
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
47 years
Overall rating
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Liked
“Overall I really liked it. Maybe it was because there wasn't much going on in the off-season. :-)”
Review details
Course: General French Course - GR20 - 3 weeks
Review date: 11. May. 2024 by Joerg Schanbacher
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
33 years
Overall rating
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Liked
“The school is well located, has ample space, and air-conditioned and adjustable classrooms.”
Disliked
“As people arrive all the time and I started in the first week of January, they immediately put me in a class that didn't correspond to my level, but after talking to the coordinator, I was placed in another class.”
Review details
Quality of teaching / language progress: Teacher Lorette is excellent! I loved her.
Course: GR 20 - Intensive Course - 3 weeks
Review date: 25. Jan. 2023 by Renato Petille
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
31 years
Overall rating
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Liked
“Atmosphere, teachers, school principal, organization of the educational process, classmates”
Insider tip: “Keep in mind that on arrival you will be charged 20 euros for a textbook that you can return and collect money at the end of your studies. Or keep a textbook if you want to continue studying.”
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Quality of teaching / language progress: The school is just great! A lot of students from different parts of the world, amazing teachers and most importantly, there is a super school director who speaks pretty good Russian xD Classes are held either early in the morning or after lunch. The school seems to have 8 classes and they are all of different sizes. Some classes are spacious and comfortable but there are tiny rooms where it is very difficult to move. Nobody speaks Russian at the reception, although there was a Russian-speaking guy there the first week, though then he disappeared somewhere ...
Course: GR 20 - Intensive course - 4 weeks
Review date: 2. Mar. 2020 by Timur Kostin
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
35 years
Overall rating
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Liked
“The family environment, which is at the same time well organized and effective.”
Insider tip: “That it's worth it.”
Review details
Course: GR 26 - Extra-intensive Course - 1 week
Review date: 9. Nov. 2010 by Flavia Cagliero
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
57 years
Overall rating
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Liked
“The school has endeavoured to offer full lessons. Coffee talks on Wednesdays.”
Review details
Course: 1st week GR20 + 6 private lessons & 2. week GR 20 + CONV 10 - 2 weeks
Review date: 11. Jun. 2024 by Iryna Matheis
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
58 years
Overall rating
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Liked
“The organization, the teachers, the school, its location - all excellent”
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Other comments They might have more social activities for slightly older people - but then, maybe they don't get many of those. There is a tendency for homestays not to offer particularly nice food, but then, the charge is relatively low so this isn't too much of an issue.
Course: GR 20 - Intensive course - 1 week
Review date: 31. Aug. 2016 by Michael Mcintyre
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
20 years
Overall rating
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Liked
“The staff was incredibly friendly and made me feel very welcome.”
Review details
Course: GR 26 - Extra-intensive Course - 3 weeks
Review date: 12. Aug. 2011 by Becky Scales
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
59 years
Overall rating
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Liked
“I enjoyed the variety of teaching methods used in the class.”
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Other comments Excellent. I will return.
Course: GR 20 - Intensive course - 4 weeks
Review date: 25. Apr. 2016 by Pamela Maclean
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
41 years
Overall rating
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Liked
“Central location, 5 minute walk to beach/old town/bus station”
Insider tip: “Use the excellent local bus services to get out of town a bit”
Review details
Course: GR 20 - Intensive course - 2 weeks
Review date: 30. Jan. 2009 by Duncan Waters
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
23 years
Overall rating
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Liked
“The teachers are very very skilled and we learned a lot!”
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Other comments I'd recommend it to anyone.
Course: GR 26 - Intensive course - 2 weeks
Review date: 17. Aug. 2015 by Sara Poulsgaard
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
45 years
Overall rating
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Liked
“Good teachers, great location and friendly atmosphere.”
Disliked
“Would be nice to know the exact duration of the lessons per day depending on the number of students. Afternoon excursions were not apparent”
Review details
Course: Intensive Course [French] - 1 week
Review date: 28. Nov. 2023 by Anita Visvanath
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
61 years
Overall rating
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Liked
“Meeting people from different countries and cultures.”
Insider tip: “Stay as long as possible. It takes a while to get into the experience. A week is way too short. ”
Review details
Course: GR 20 - Intensive course - 4 weeks
Review date: 30. Apr. 2018 by Pamela Maclean
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
25 years
Overall rating
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Liked
“Studying process and the group + international spirit”
Insider tip: “No. everything was simple although it is better to give the handouts of classes and schedule when classes take place”
Review details
Course: GR 20 - Intensive course - 2 weeks
Review date: 9. Aug. 2011 by Ivan Lagizov
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
46 years
Overall rating
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Liked
“In this case the location was what made up my mind”
Review details
Other comments Friendly and caring teachers. Different teachers certainly have different styles and I would love to have a more educational teacher.
Course: GR 20 - Intensive course - 1 week
Review date: 3. May. 2017 by Rebecca Engberg
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
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Ratings of International House compared to ratings of all schools in France

 International House NiceAverage of all other schools in France
Overall school rating4.3

Rating: 4.3/5.0

4.3

Rating: 4.3/5.0

Location of the school4.9

Rating: 4.9/5.0

4.7

Rating: 4.7/5.0

Facilities3.6

Rating: 3.6/5.0

3.8

Rating: 3.8/5.0

Social activities3.2

Rating: 3.2/5.0

3.7

Rating: 3.7/5.0

Organisation4.1

Rating: 4.1/5.0

4.3

Rating: 4.3/5.0

Quality of teaching4.3

Rating: 4.3/5.0

4.4

Rating: 4.4/5.0

Value for money4.2

Rating: 4.2/5.0

4.1

Rating: 4.1/5.0

Homestay4.1

Rating: 4.1/5.0

4.2

Rating: 4.2/5.0

Shared flat4.1

Rating: 4.1/5.0

4.1

Rating: 4.1/5.0

International House (IH)

“NICE AND INTERNATIONAL HOUSE are your best choice .you will learn FRENCH and have a fantastic holiday ! BIENVENUE A NICE .WE all look forward to welcoming you WILLIAM RUBINSTEIN DIRECTOR”
Romain ADAMI
– 
Romain ADAMI
, 
Director of International House
Accreditations and Quality seals
IHWO
French 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
Students should arrive at 8:00
Student gender mix
50% male / 50% 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
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Year of school foundation
1985
Legal name/parent company
International House Centre de langues RIVIERA | Tax registration ID: FR71390039089

General school facilities

  • Fridge for student use

  • Microwave for student use

  • Drink vending machine

  • Snack vending machine

  • Library

  • Daily press

  • Movie rental

  • Movie room

  • Lounge

  • Copy machine

  • Self-study areas

  • Free water dispenser

  • Free WIFI

  • Non-smoking (all indoor and all outdoor areas of school)

  • Tourist information

  • Assistance with entrance ticket purchases

  • Assistance with organizing transportation

  • Facilities for islamic students

    • Homestay option for female islamic students where no men are living in household and that prepare halal food

    • Homestay option that can prepare halal food

    • Arabic homestays available

    • Subject to Availability - please ask school in advance.

  • Classroom equipment

    • TV in most classrooms

    • Air conditioning in all classrooms

    • Heating in all classrooms

    • Ample natural light in all classrooms

    • Number of classrooms: 14
    • Number of public PC workstations: 1

    Facilities for disabled students

    • Accessible Toilet

    • Wheelchair access to reception

    • Wheelchair access to classroom

Additional comment about facilities of school
Reception Staffroom Large student room Computers Small library with reference books Television Daily newspapers and magazines Vending machines offering snacks and hot and cold drinks Close to the school: Large park Fee-paying car park * Numerous restaurants

Student Age / Nationality

Average number of students
In summer: 30
Throughout the year: 20
Minimum age of students
16 years
4 years for specific Junior courses
Average number of levels
Adult courses In summer: 8
Adult courses Throughout the year: 5
Junior courses In summer: 1
Junior courses Throughout the year: 1
Average age of students
In summer: 25 years
Throughout the year: 33 years
Read our recommendations for students in their 40s, 50s, 60s, and 70s.

Top student nationalities

Student Nationality Percentage of students
Japan 12%
Switzerland 12%
England 9%
Germany 8%
Spain 8%
Brazil 7%
USA 6%
Sweden 6%
Turkey 5%
France 5%
Korea 3%
Netherlands 2%
Saudi Arabia 2%
China 1%
Venezuela 1%
Other nationalities 13%

Information for all courses offered by International House

Lesson duration
45 minutes
School's administrative fee
60.00 €
Course material
Generally course material is distributed free to students but has to be returned to the school at end of course.
Individual classes
Single individual lessons of tuition can be reserved at 55 €. 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, 01 Apr 2024, 01 May 2024, 08 May 2024, 09 May 2024, 20 May 2024, 15 Aug 2024, 01 Nov 2024, 11 Nov 2024, 23 Dec 2024 - 31 Dec 2024.
In 2025 (including national and regional bank holidays):
01 Jan 2025, 21 Apr 2025, 01 May 2025, 08 May 2025, 29 May 2025, 09 Jun 2025, 14 Jul 2025, 15 Aug 2025, 01 Nov 2025, 11 Nov 2025, 25 Dec 2025.
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 French 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.

Airport transfer

Nice Cote d'Azur International Airport:
59 € one way
118 € return (both ways)
Best arrival airport is Cote d\'Azur International Airport (NCE).
More details about airports near Nice and how to travel independently from the airport to the city on our Nice page. For flight comparisons to Nice, we recommend using skyscanner.com.

Visa Documents

Nationals from United Kingdom do not require a visa to study short term courses up to 90 days.
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
No
Express shipment fee (via courier)
120 €

Leisure activities

activity possibledistance from school
Cooking5 km
Dancing1 km
Diving1 km
Golf20 km
Horse riding15 km
Ice Hockey2 km
Mountainbiking50 km
Music1 km
Sailing1 km
Skiing50 km
Squash5 km
Swimming2 km
Table Tennis-
Tennis2 km
Volleyball1 km
Windsurfing1 km
Yoga-

Examples of leisure activities organized by the school

Adults - Free activities

Nice guided tour and café conversation.

Adults - Paid activities

- Visits Cannes, Antibes and Monaco: EUR 10-15
- Day trip to St. Tropez: EUR 65
- Explore the picturesque villages of St Paul de Vence and Eze: EUR 10
- Visit the Matisse, Chagall and Picasso museums: EUR 10
- Sample some fine provincial cuisine and try the specialities of the region: EUR 20
- Night-life in Vieux Nice: EUR 10

Junior - Free activities

Included in the package price:
Orientation on arrival
 Visiting the Old Nice

Junior - Paid activities

Underwater diving: EUR 50 per afternoon
 Parasailing, Scuba diving, Kayak, Laser game, Rope park (prices between EUR 30-40)

Accommodation

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Twin room, Breakfast & 1 meal
4.4

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222 €
Homestay
Single room, No meals
4.4

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192 €
Studea Residence - Studio
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Ségurane Residence
Single room, No meals
This accommodation tends to sell out quickly!
4.0

Rating: 4.0/5.0
1 rating
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260 €

Student Testimonial Videos

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Questions and answers about International House

  • “The work experience programmes have to be approved by the students university or a training centre in their country.”
    William Rubinstein, General Manager from International House - Feb 11, 2020
  • “Dogs are usually not allowed in class because of possible allergies, but your little Chihuahua can be accepted in class if he stays in his carrier.”
    Sabine Krafack, LanguageCourse.net - Jul 21, 2021
  • “The International House Nice premises are open from Monday to Friday from 9:00 to 13:00 and from 14:00 to 17:00.”
    Sabine Krafack, LanguageCourse.Net - Jun 01, 2023
  • “With the help of an entrance test we can assess your level (A0, A1, A2, B1, B2, C1, C2) upon your arrival. The test at the beginning and end of the course shows the progress you made during your stay. Long-term students also take an interim test that shows their progress. At the end of the course, all participants receive a certificate stating their level on the day of departure.”
    Nuria, from International House Nizza - Jun 01, 2023
  • “The placement test is carried out at school on the first day of the course. The school will then place all new students into the appropriate classes.”
    Sabine Krafack, LanguageCourse.Net - Nov 30, 2023
  • “We have a suitable teacher available for private lessons. We also have materials for juniors.”
    Nuria, Admissions and Enrolments from IH Niice - Jun 07, 2024
  • “Unfortunately the teacher cannot travel to Monaco to give the lessons. Classes take place at the language school at 27 Rue Rossini - 06000 Nice.”
    Nuria, Admissions and Enrolments from IH Nice - Jun 07, 2024

FAQ about International House, Nice

  • “The intensive course includes 20 lessons per week (scheduled from Monday to Friday: 9:00 - 12:00). It is a standard course, you'll study all aspects of the language: speaking, reading, writing, grammar. Focus is on conversation. You can start any Monday. You'll take a placement test on the first day and you'll be placed with the right group according to your level. The school also offers conversation classes with 10 lessons per week (schedule from Monday to Friday: 13:30 - 15:00). The average age during summer is 20-28 years.
    ”
    Angela Ligartova, Language Travel Consultant from LanguageCourse.Net - Apr 27, 2023
  • “On the first Monday of the course students should arrive at the school at 8:45. The entry test will start at 9:00. This is essential to assess the language level of the students and place them in the appropriate class. On all other Mondays that are not their first day, classes will start at 10:00. For the rest of the week, classes will always begin at 9:00.”
    Nuria, Admissions Officer from International house, Nice - May 17, 2023
  • “Throughout the year they organise numerous socio-cultural activities for the students which help them improve their language. Activities include visits to Nice, museums, meals and literary cafés.

    ”
    Angela Ligartova, Language Travel Consultant from LanguageCourse.Net - May 17, 2023
  • Yes. The school offers pickup from Nice Cote d'Azur International Airport (59 €)
  • Depending on the chosen course, the maximum number of students at International House varies from 1 students (Online Private Course 10 - PR10 zoom) to 10 students (General French Course - GR20)
  • 100% of teachers at International House hold a university degree. 100% hold a recognized language teaching certificate.
  • The highest Nationality percentage at International House comes from Japan with a 12% representation, followed by students from Switzerland (12%) and England (9%).
  • Yes, there is an exclusive discount that only applies when booking online here.
  • International House offers courses from 11 years to 99. Average age is 25 during the summer and 33 for the rest of the year.

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