What we like about the school
- Excellent rating of teaching quality
- Top rated school facilities
- Bern is one of the top destinations our students liked most
International Language School (ILS)
- International Language School is found in Bern, the capital city of Switzerland. Students can take a leisurely stroll across the Kirchenfeldbrücke bridge and find themselves in the inner circle of the city in under 10 minutes. The centre of the city has been declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site as it has hardly been altered since its original construction and here one can experience its wide walkways, its beautiful fountain and the great cathedral of Bern. Visitors can also visit the Zytglogge, the city’s clock tower, and the Einsteinhaus, where the theoretical physicist Albert Einstein lived with displays of his writings and pictures. There is a tram system running through the city and the tram stop Helvetiaplatz is just 2 minutes from International Language School, which is a well ...connected station with three lines available for students to navigate the wonders of the city. Around the school building itself there is plenty to see including The Bern History Museum / Einstein Museum, the Contemporary Art Museum and the Alpine Museum of Switzerland. The neighbourhood is abundant with restaurants, bars and shops and the school is on the main street making it easy to find all the essentials that you may need for your stay in the city.
Switzerland is a multilingual country and this is reflected in the classes available at International Language School. The school offers an Intensive language course for 10 lessons per week which is available in German, French and English. This is a group course with a maximum of 6 students per class for good student teacher ratios and effective group activities. An Intensive course of 20 lessons per week in German allows students to learn the language at a faster pace with a combination of grammar and vocabulary exercises intertwined with practical group work to teach students how to insert the language into everyday life and keep the learning interesting. There is also a private lesson package of 10 lessons per week for those wanting to structure their class around their timetable and focus on their own personal development. International Language School understands that to learn a language it is important to experience the culture and they offer students daily afternoon and evening excursions to Zurich, Luzern, Geneva, Interlaken, Basel and trips into the surrounding mountains. Whilst there are various city trips to visit the local museums and attractions, the school also puts on sporting activities, games evenings, a group dinner and bowling to embellish the different interests that students may have. The school building has a communal lounge and computer room for those wanting to remain in the building after class to study the language in their own time in a learning environment.
More - International Language School is found in Bern, the capital city of Switzerland. Students can take a leisurely stroll across the Kirchenfeldbrücke bridge and find themselves in the inner circle of the city in under 10 minutes. The centre of the city has been declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site as it has hardly been altered since its original construction and here one can experience its wide walkways, its beautiful fountain and the great cathedral of Bern. Visitors can also visit the Zytglogge, the city’s clock tower, and the Einsteinhaus, where the theoretical ...physicist Albert Einstein lived with displays of his writings and pictures. There is a tram system running through the city and the tram stop Helvetiaplatz is just 2 minutes from International Language School, which is a well connected station with three lines available for students to navigate the wonders of the city. Around the school building itself there is plenty to see including The Bern History Museum / Einstein Museum, the Contemporary Art Museum and the Alpine Museum of Switzerland. The neighbourhood is abundant with restaurants, bars and shops and the school is on the main street making it easy to find all the essentials that you may need for your stay in the city.
Switzerland is a multilingual country and this is reflected in the classes available at International Language School. The school offers an Intensive language course for 10 lessons per week which is available in German, French and English. This is a group course with a maximum of 6 students per class for good student teacher ratios and effective group activities. An Intensive course of 20 lessons per week in German allows students to learn the language at a faster pace with a combination of grammar and vocabulary exercises intertwined with practical group work to teach students how to insert the language into everyday life and keep the learning interesting. There is also a private lesson package of 10 lessons per week for those wanting to structure their class around their timetable and focus on their own personal development. International Language School understands that to learn a language it is important to experience the culture and they offer students daily afternoon and evening excursions to Zurich, Luzern, Geneva, Interlaken, Basel and trips into the surrounding mountains. Whilst there are various city trips to visit the local museums and attractions, the school also puts on sporting activities, games evenings, a group dinner and bowling to embellish the different interests that students may have. The school building has a communal lounge and computer room for those wanting to remain in the building after class to study the language in their own time in a learning environment.
More - The language school International Language School was founded in Bern, Switzerland in 2015.
- Address: Thunstrasse 8, 3005 - Bern, Switzerland (see on map)
- Legal name / parent company: ekay GmbH
- Tax registration ID: CHE-228.433.401
- Abbreviated name of school: ILS Bern
- Covid-19 Status: School currently open
Covid-19 related security measures that are taken by International Language School
The safety and health of our fellow human beings has the highest priority at ILS, which is why we constantly keep ourselves informed about current information from the authorities and adapt our internal processes and regulations. We communicate with our clients and teachers on an ongoing basis the latest regulations of the Swiss Federal Office of Public Health (BAG) in order to comply with the highest hygiene standards.
The ILS does everything to offer its customers an unlimited service and to protect them within the scope of its possibilities. We have therefore introduced the following additional measures in connection with the new coronavirus:
- Increased cleaning and disinfection of general premises and sanitary facilities
- Informing our clients and teachers about the federal protective measures, such as hand hygiene, cough and cold hygiene
- Adjustment of the spatial conditions for compliance with the hygiene rules - Max. 4 students per classroom and min. 2 metres distance between the course participants
- Keeping distance during and outside of lessons
- Provision of disinfectant in the general premises of our schools and their sanitary facilities
- Sensitisation of office staff and teachers
- Installation of an additional teacher''s room
- Exclusion of persons who feel ill or are ill
The ILS does everything to offer its customers an unlimited service and to protect them within the scope of its possibilities. We have therefore introduced the following additional measures in connection with the new coronavirus:
- Increased cleaning and disinfection of general premises and sanitary facilities
- Informing our clients and teachers about the federal protective measures, such as hand hygiene, cough and cold hygiene
- Adjustment of the spatial conditions for compliance with the hygiene rules - Max. 4 students per classroom and min. 2 metres distance between the course participants
- Keeping distance during and outside of lessons
- Provision of disinfectant in the general premises of our schools and their sanitary facilities
- Sensitisation of office staff and teachers
- Installation of an additional teacher''s room
- Exclusion of persons who feel ill or are ill
Facilities
Microwave for student use
Fridge for student use
Snack vending machine
Drink vending machine
Computer lab
Lounge
Copy machine
Printer for student use
Free WIFI
Classroom equipment
TV in some classrooms
Heating in all classrooms
Ample natural light in all classrooms
Number of classrooms:
11Our price includes
- INCLUDED Wireless LAN zone at school
- INCLUDED Free certificate of course attendance
- INCLUDED Language level placement test at first day of classes
Course material:
Generally course material has to be purchased by the student. The costs of course material will be approximately 50 CHF per course level.
Average age of students
- in summer: 28 years
- throughout the year: 28 years
- Read our recommendations for students over 30.
Average number of levels
- Adult courses in summer: 12
- Adult courses throughout the year: 12
Minimum age of students
- 16 years
German teacher qualifications
- 80%% hold a university degree
- 40%% hold a recognised language teaching qualification
Languages spoken by school staff (cannot be guaranteed by school):
Days without class
In 2021 (including national and regional bank holidays): 01 Jan. 2021, 02 Apr. 2021, 05 Apr. 2021, 10 Apr. 2021, 13 Apr. 2021, 13 May 2021, 21 May 2021, 24 May 2021, 01 Jun. 2021, 01 Aug. 2021, 25 Dec. 2021 - 26 Dec. 2021.
German Courses
General Language
This course tends to sell out quickly!
Lessons per week: 20
| Max. group size: 8
266 CHF per week
Less
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Price in CHF | 280 266 | 560 532 | 840 798 | 1080 1026 | 1350 1283 | 1600 1520 | 1865 1772 | 2130 2024 | 2660 2527 | 3190 3031 | 265 252 |
Price in US$ | 285 | 570 | 855 | 1099 | 1374 | 1628 | 1897 | 2167 | 2706 | 3245 | 270 |
This course is the best option for people who want to learn a language as quickly as possible. In the school's intensive language courses, a student will quickly learn the basic structures and vocabulary of the chosen language through everyday conversation and listening exercises, role-playing, grammar and many other activities.
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: 9:00 - 12:15
Afternoon: 12:30 - 14:00
Morning: 9:00 - 12:15
Afternoon: 12:30 - 14:00
This course tends to sell out quickly!
Lessons per week: 10
| Max. group size: 6
129 CHF per week
More
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Price in CHF | 135 129 | 270 257 | 405 385 | 540 513 | 675 642 | 800 760 | 935 889 | 1070 1017 | 1340 1273 | 1610 1530 | 135 129 |
Price in US$ | 138 | 275 | 412 | 550 | 687 | 814 | 951 | 1089 | 1363 | 1638 | 138 |
This course is the best option for people who want to learn a language as quickly as possible. In the school's intensive language courses, a student will quickly learn the basic structures and vocabulary of the chosen language through everyday conversation and listening exercises, role-playing, grammar and many other activities.
Starting dates
Every Monday.
General course schedule
2 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: 9:00 - 12:15
Morning: 9:00 - 12:15
Private
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Price in CHF | 590 561 | 1140 1083 | 1650 1568 | 2120 2014 | 2550 2423 | 2940 2793 | 3430 3259 | 3920 3724 | 4900 4655 | 5880 5586 | 490 466 |
Price in US$ | 601 | 1160 | 1679 | 2157 | 2594 | 2991 | 3489 | 3988 | 4984 | 5981 | 499 |
In this course, the student benefits to a particular extent from the lesson time and determines the priorities in the course.
Starting dates
Every Day.
Reviews
5.0
Overall school rating
1 authentic review from students who reserved with usLocation of the school
5.0
Organisation
5.0
Facilities
5.0
Social activities
4.0
Course quality / Progress in language
5.0
Value for money
5.0
- What is the best price for a course at International Language School, Bern?German courses at International Language School start at 129 CHF for Intensive Language Course course with 10 lessons per week. When booking here you benefit from an exclusive discount.
- What is the number of students per class at International Language School?Depending on the chosen course, the maximum number of students at International Language School varies from 1 students (Private Language Lessons) to 8 students (Super Intensive Language Course)
- What is the qualification of the teachers at International Language School?80%% of teachers at International Language School hold a university degree. 40%% 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 Language School offers courses for which ages?International Language School offers courses from 16 years to 99. Average age is 28 during the summer and 28 for the rest of the year.
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