
What we like about the school
- All levels available at any time of the year
- Excellent nationality mix. No student nationality makes up more than 10% of students.
- Free assistance in applying to college/university programmes by a qualified consultant.
What we dislike about the school
- Lessons are 45 minutes long, which is shorter than in other schools.
Location: Kastner Kolleg is based in Dresden and offers quality German language courses. Dresden is a bustling district with tons to see and do and Kastner Kolleg is located at a convenient distance from all the best places.
Social and Cultural: The school regularly organizes trips and events that incorporate lots of leisure activities into the student’s stay. Go cycling in the Elbe Sandstone Mountains or trekking in the Saxon Switzerland National park. Experience the finest of European outdoors. Students can also look forward to socializing during BBQ and movie nights frequently organized by the school.
Course selection: When it comes to learning, Kastner Kolleg aims to provide students with an all-around and strong education. Course levels are designed to meet students where they stand and cater to their learning objectives. The school has a trained staff of German teachers who are native and certified to teach German. The school also offers exam preparation assistance for certifications like TestDaf, the TELC exam and the KK Level tests. With a streamlined focus on learning German organically, Kastner Kolleg makes a prime German language school.
- The language school Kästner Kolleg was founded in Dresden, Germany in 1998.
- Legal name / parent company: Kästner Kolleg e. V.
- Tax registration ID: DE253708491
- The school is an official exam centerThe following language examinations can be taken directly at the school:
German Courses

Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 6 | 8 | 16 | 24 | 32 | 40 | Additional Week |
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Price in € | 230 219 | 460 437 | 690 656 | 860 817 | 1200 1140 | 1500 1425 | 2860 2717 | 4220 4009 | 5580 5301 | 6940 6593 | 170 162 |
Price in US$ | 236 | 472 | 707 | 881 | 1230 | 1537 | 2930 | 4323 | 5716 | 7109 | 175 |
At Kästner Kolleg in Dresden, you won't find ordinary English courses, but the kind that are inspiring and engaging. With this school you can learn English from scratch or brush up on language skills that you already have but need improvement.
The native-speaking course instructors teach English directly and according to the communicative approach. Their teachers have experience with learners who are new to learning English or who are still reserved about speaking in public. Repetitions and direct use of language in role plays and simulations of "real language" ensure your learning success in the long term.
This course will be replaced by the Summer Intensive Course from 03 Jul and 25 Aug. If the course period is overlapping, low and high season prices are specified upon request.
The Intensive German course is the right choice if you want to learn general German in a systematic and reliable way. No matter if you are a beginner in the German language or have already had German lessons. No matter whether you are learning German for living, for university or for work – the German Intensive Course is the classic when it comes to Intensive German lessons in Dresden.
Special note for 2023 holiday season: If you plan to take a course during the high season months of April, June, July or August 2023 we urgently advise you to book as early as possible. In 2022 many schools were fully booked during the holidays, and the situation is unlikely to be different for 2023 due to a current shortage of teachers, which affects most schools.
09 Jan. 2023, 06 Feb. 2023, 06 Mar. 2023, 03 Apr. 2023, 02 May 2023, 30 May 2023, 26 Jun. 2023, 24 Jul. 2023, 21 Aug. 2023, 18 Sep. 2023, 16 Oct. 2023, 13 Nov. 2023, 11 Dec. 2023
Morning: 9:30 - 11:15
Afternoon: 12:00 - 14:00
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 |
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Price in € | 285 271 | 570 542 | 855 813 | 1100 1045 | 1350 1283 | 1600 1520 | 1850 1758 | 2000 1900 | -- | -- | -- |
Price in US$ | 292 | 584 | 876 | 1127 | 1383 | 1639 | 1895 | 2049 | -- | -- | -- |
This course includes a daily social and cultural program as well as one full day excursion every second week.
If you want to combine your holiday with learning German, a lot of fun and nice people from all over the world, you should book the Summer Intensive Course 25 or 30. You learn intensively German ( 5 x 45 minute from Monday to Friday + 5 or 10 hours Conversation Course. Furthermore you can immediately use your German in our diverse free time activities.
Special note for 2023 holiday season: If you plan to take a course during the high season months of April, June, July or August 2023 we urgently advise you to book as early as possible. In 2022 many schools were fully booked during the holidays, and the situation is unlikely to be different for 2023 due to a current shortage of teachers, which affects most schools.
24 Jul. 2023, 21 Aug. 2023
Morning: 9:30 - 11:15
Afternoon: 12:00 - 14:00
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 |
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Price in € | 345 328 | 690 656 | 1035 984 | 1300 1235 | 1625 1544 | 1950 1853 | 2275 2162 | 2600 2470 | -- | -- | -- |
Price in US$ | 354 | 707 | 1061 | 1332 | 1665 | 1998 | 2331 | 2664 | -- | -- | -- |
This course includes the Summer Intensive Course and 5 conversation lessons over three afternoons per week.
Price includes daily cultural program and one full day excursion every second weekend.
If you want to combine your holiday with learning German, a lot of fun and nice people from all over the world, you should book the Summer Intensive Course 25 or 30. You learn intensively German ( 5 x 45 minute from Monday to Friday + 5 or 10 hours Conversation Course. Furthermore you can immediately use your German in our diverse free time activities.
Special note for 2023 holiday season: If you plan to take a course during the high season months of April, June, July or August 2023 we urgently advise you to book as early as possible. In 2022 many schools were fully booked during the holidays, and the situation is unlikely to be different for 2023 due to a current shortage of teachers, which affects most schools.
24 Jul. 2023, 21 Aug. 2023
Morning: 9:30 - 11:15
Afternoon: 12:00 - 14:45
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 12 |
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Price in € | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | 740 703 |
Price in US$ | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | 758 |
If you want to learn German in evening classes alongside your studies, job or research, then thw part time courses: “After Work” are the best choice. You can study German at all levels of A1 – C1 in the German Night School year-round for two evenings a week. You can join a course at any time. Above all, in our German evening classes teachers train you to speak fluently and correctly.
Special note for 2023 holiday season: If you plan to take a course during the high season months of April, June, July or August 2023 we urgently advise you to book as early as possible. In 2022 many schools were fully booked during the holidays, and the situation is unlikely to be different for 2023 due to a current shortage of teachers, which affects most schools.
09 Jan. 2023, 06 Feb. 2023, 06 Mar. 2023, 03 Apr. 2023, 02 May 2023, 30 May 2023, 26 Jun. 2023, 24 Jul. 2023, 21 Aug. 2023, 18 Sep. 2023, 16 Oct. 2023, 13 Nov. 2023, 11 Dec. 2023
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week |
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Price in € | 230 219 | 460 437 | 690 656 | 860 817 | 1030 979 | 1200 1140 | 1370 1302 | 1500 1425 | 1840 1748 | 2180 2071 | 170 162 |
Price in US$ | 236 | 472 | 707 | 881 | 1056 | 1230 | 1404 | 1537 | 1885 | 2233 | 175 |
Students participate in the regular Intensive course via video conference.
With the German courses via live video you can now learn German quickly and sustainably from home. The school offers you our solid German Courses online at all levels, during the whole year and with weekly course starts as well as individual course length.
Special note for 2023 holiday season: If you plan to take a course during the high season months of April, June, July or August 2023 we urgently advise you to book as early as possible. In 2022 many schools were fully booked during the holidays, and the situation is unlikely to be different for 2023 due to a current shortage of teachers, which affects most schools.
09 Jan. 2023, 06 Feb. 2023, 06 Mar. 2023, 03 Apr. 2023, 02 May 2023, 30 May 2023, 26 Jun. 2023, 24 Jul. 2023, 21 Aug. 2023, 18 Sep. 2023, 16 Oct. 2023, 13 Nov. 2023, 11 Dec. 2023
Morning: 9:30 - 11:15
Afternoon: 11:45 - 14:00
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 |
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Price in € | 500 475 | -- | 1500 1425 | -- | 2500 2375 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- |
Price in US$ | 513 | -- | 1537 | -- | 2561 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- |
This is a package course of 10 private lessons. This allows for a flexible schedule as times and dates are adaptable around the students needs.
If you want to take private lessons you’ll have the utmost individuality and flexibility. You can gain special knowledge for your job, for your studies or for an exam. With your private tutor you will setup a one-to-one course geared to your needs and capabilities.
Private lessons are just as suitable for individual exam preparation as they are for conversation, phonetics or grammar training. This teaching format is also ideal for business language, scientific language, and other technical languages.
Special note for 2023 holiday season: If you plan to take a course during the high season months of April, June, July or August 2023 we urgently advise you to book as early as possible. In 2022 many schools were fully booked during the holidays, and the situation is unlikely to be different for 2023 due to a current shortage of teachers, which affects most schools.
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 |
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Price in € | 285 271 | 570 542 | 855 813 | 1100 1045 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- |
Price in US$ | 292 | 584 | 876 | 1127 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- |
This course prepares the students for the TestDaF exam, with each ability (listening, speaking, writing, and reading) practised intensively for one week. There will be a mock TestDaF exam at the end of the course.
With the university preparation courses the school prepares you optimally for the TestDaF/TELC C1 HS exam in four weeks. The prerequisite for participation in the TestDaF/Telc preparatory course is proof of the B2/C1 level or participation in the B2/C1 courses.
Special note for 2023 holiday season: If you plan to take a course during the high season months of April, June, July or August 2023 we urgently advise you to book as early as possible. In 2022 many schools were fully booked during the holidays, and the situation is unlikely to be different for 2023 due to a current shortage of teachers, which affects most schools.
Morning: 9:30 - 11:15
Afternoon: 12:00 - 14:00
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 |
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Price in € | 285 271 | 570 542 | 855 813 | 1100 1045 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- |
Price in US$ | 292 | 584 | 876 | 1127 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- |
The course prepares students for the exam Telc C1 Hochschule only. The exam will always be held over two days, in the afternoon. The first day consists of the oral test and the written exam is held on the second day.
Exam dates:
C1: 07/08 Feb, 04/05 Apr, 06/07 Jun, 01/02 Aug.
B1/B2: 21/22 Mar, 04/05 Jul, 05/06 Sep, 07/08 Nov.
With the university preparation courses the school prepares you optimally for the TestDaF/TELC C1 HS exam in four weeks. The prerequisite for participation in the TestDaF/Telc preparatory course is proof of the B2/C1 level or participation in the B2/C1 courses.
Special note for 2023 holiday season: If you plan to take a course during the high season months of April, June, July or August 2023 we urgently advise you to book as early as possible. In 2022 many schools were fully booked during the holidays, and the situation is unlikely to be different for 2023 due to a current shortage of teachers, which affects most schools.
Morning: 9:30 - 11:15
Afternoon: 12:00 - 14:00
All intensive courses include a free time programme (entrance fees and transportation costs not included) with 2 activities in low season and 3-5 activities in high season.
02 Jan. 2023 - 08 Jan. 2023, 07 Apr. 2023, 10 Apr. 2023, 01 May 2023, 18 May 2023, 29 May 2023, 03 Oct. 2023, 31 Oct. 2023, 22 Nov. 2023, 23 Dec. 2023 - 31 Dec. 2023.
Lessons needed per German language level
Level (CEFR) | Level descriptions | LESSONS needed per level | WEEKS needed (20 lessons per week) | ||
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A1 | Beginner | No knowledge, or an understanding of only a very few basic words/phrases. | A1 to A2 | 100 | 5 |
A2 | Elementary | Can understand and speak about simple topics: i.e. family, shopping, hobbies. | A2 to B1 | 200 | 10 |
B1 | Intermediate | Can speak about future and past events, give reasons and explanations for a situation. | B1 to B2 | 225 | 11.25 |
B2 | Higher Intermediate | Can speak about abstract topics, produce clear detailed text on many subjects. | B2 to C1 | 250 | 12.5 |
C1 | Advanced | Can use language flexibly and effectively. | C1 to C2 | 275 | 13.75 |
C2 | Profiency | Can express himself/herself spontaneously, very fluently and precisely. |
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 For adult courses: a minimum of one free organized leisure activity per week
- INCLUDED Free consultation about suitable college/university programs by a qualified consultant
- INCLUDED Free assistance in applying to college/university programs by a qualified consultant
- INCLUDED Paid assistance in finding flats for long-term students at 75€
Kästner Kolleg
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General school facilities
Cafeteria
Kitchen for student use
Microwave for student use
Fridge for student use
Drink vending machine
Library
Movie rental
Free after-class access to language learning software
Movie room
Games room
Lounge
Garden
Balcony / terrace
Student support desk
Copy machine
Printer for student use
Table tennis
Free water dispenser
Free WIFI
Smoking zones (outdoors)
Tourist information
Assistance with entrance ticket purchases
Assistance with reservations for restaurants, bars, clubs
Assistance with organizing transportation
Classroom equipment
TV in all classrooms
Air conditioning in all classrooms
Heating in all classrooms
Ample natural light in all classrooms
Number of classrooms: 10Number of public PC workstations: 1Free parking (<500m)
Additional comment about facilities of school
Student Age / Nationality
Top student nationalities
Age of students
Airport transfer
140 € return (both ways)
Visa Documents
Leisure activities
activity possible | distance from school | |
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Ballet | | 1 km |
Basketball | | 3 km |
Cooking | | - |
Dancing | | 1 km |
Diving | | 50 km |
Field Hockey | | 3 km |
Football (soccer) | | - |
Golf | | 10 km |
Horse riding | | 10 km |
Ice Hockey | | 3 km |
Mountainbiking | | 1 km |
Music | | 1 km |
Skiing | | 30 km |
Squash | | 3 km |
Swimming | | 2 km |
Table Tennis | | - |
Tennis | | 3 km |
Volleyball | | 3 km |
Yoga | | - |
Examples of leisure activities organized by the school
Adults - Paid activities
Junior - Free activities
Accommodation

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 € | 200 | 400 | 600 | 800 | 1000 | 1200 | 1400 | 1600 | 2000 | 2400 | 200 | 75 |
Price in US$ | 216 | 432 | 647 | 863 | 1079 | 1294 | 1510 | 1726 | 2157 | 2588 | 216 | 81 |
Price per person
You can enjoy typical German hospitality right from the start with a local Dresdner host family. Take part in everyday family life as much as you want (shared meals, leisure activities) and learn lots of good German all the while.
Host families are especially suitable for learners under 18 years old. Staying with a host family includes:
- Single room
- Shared use of the kitchen and bathroom (with a washing machine), a balcony and/or garden to some extent
- Utilities and Wi-Fi included
weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week | One-time fee (charged by school) |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Price in € | 285 | 570 | 855 | 1140 | 1425 | 1710 | 1995 | 2280 | 2850 | 3420 | 285 | 75 |
Price in US$ | 308 | 615 | 922 | 1230 | 1537 | 1844 | 2152 | 2459 | 3073 | 3688 | 308 | 81 |
Price per person
You can enjoy typical German hospitality right from the start with a local Dresdner host family. Take part in everyday family life as much as you want (shared meals, leisure activities) and learn lots of good German all the while.
Host families are especially suitable for learners under 18 years old. Staying with a host family includes:
- Single room
- Shared use of the kitchen and bathroom (with a washing machine), a balcony and/or garden to some extent
- Utilities and Wi-Fi included
weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week | One-time fee (charged by school) |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Price in € | 200 | 400 | 600 | 800 | 1000 | 1200 | 1400 | 1600 | 2000 | 2400 | 200 | 75 |
Price in US$ | 216 | 432 | 647 | 863 | 1079 | 1294 | 1510 | 1726 | 2157 | 2588 | 216 | 81 |
Price per person
Prices are subject to change.
This accommodation is the best choice if you want to live individually but not too lonely, not somewhere but within the school complex.
The stay in the “Residence apartment includes:
- Single room
- Private bathroom
- Shared use of the kitchen with the other apartment
- Weekly cleaning of the shared space and final cleaning of the individual room
- Utilities and Wi-Fi included
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 € | 150 | 300 | 450 | 600 | 750 | 900 | 1050 | 1200 | 1500 | 1800 | 150 | 75 |
Price in US$ | 162 | 324 | 486 | 647 | 809 | 971 | 1133 | 1294 | 1618 | 1941 | 162 | 81 |
Price per person
The accommodation in a shared apartment is not only the most economical, but also the most popular with the school's course participants. You will meet interesting people. You will also gain true insight into the lifestyle and culture of the locals.
The stay in a shared apartment includes:
- Single room
- Shared use of the kitchen and bathroom (with a washing machine), a balcony and/or garden to some extent
- Self-catering
- Utilities and Wi-Fi included
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 € | 200 | 400 | 600 | 800 | 1000 | 1200 | 1400 | 1600 | 2000 | 2400 | 200 | 75 |
Price in US$ | 216 | 432 | 647 | 863 | 1079 | 1294 | 1510 | 1726 | 2157 | 2588 | 216 | 81 |
Price per person
In the guesthouse you can relax in a central but natural location and find peace for studying. It is very well connected to public transport, so you can reach the city center in only 30 minutes. The Kästner Kolleg is only about 25 minutes away on foot.
The various common rooms – for example a fitness room, a billiards/darts room or the brain break areas – invite you to socialize.
The stay in the guest house includes:
- private bathroom
- WiFi
- cleaning and laundry service
- use of the canteen, where fresh meals are prepared regularly (for an extra charge)
- use of the kitchenettes on the floors
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FAQ about Kästner Kolleg, Dresden
- What is the best price for a course at Kästner Kolleg, Dresden?German courses at Kästner Kolleg start at 59 € for Evening Course course with 6 lessons per week. When booking here you benefit from an exclusive discount.
- What is the most popular accommodation offered by Kästner Kolleg?The accommodation Homestay is the most popular among all our clients of Kästner Kolleg
- Is it possible to take a course at Kästner Kolleg as an absolute beginner?Yes. The following courses can be attended as an absolute beginner: Intensive Course, Summer Intensive Course 25, Summer Intensive Course 30, Evening Course, Live Video Intensive Course
- Is airport pickup offered by Kästner Kolleg?Yes. The school offers pickup from Dresden Airport (70 €)
- What is the number of students per class at Kästner Kolleg?Depending on the chosen course, the maximum number of students at Kästner Kolleg varies from 1 students (Private Tuition) to 15 students (Intensive Course)
- What is the qualification of the teachers at Kästner Kolleg?100% of teachers at Kästner Kolleg hold a university degree. 100% hold a recognized language teaching certificate.
- Which countries are students of Kästner Kolleg from?The highest Nationality percentage at Kästner Kolleg comes from Korea with a 10% representation, followed by students from Poland (6%) and USA (5%).
- Is this price lower than booking directly with the school?Yes, there is an exclusive discount that only applies when booking online here.
- Kästner Kolleg offers courses for which ages?Kästner Kolleg offers courses from 10 years to 99. Average age is 22 during the summer and 25 for the rest of the year.
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