LALCape Town, South Africa
156 Main Rd, Sea Point - 8005 Cape Town - see on mapPay less than booking at the school
What we like about the school
- Large private garden and swimming pool.
- Student lounge with games, ping-pong and pool table.
- Homestay accommodation very close to school
- Outdoor swimming pool
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 | 3.2786885245902% |
| 18-24 years | 58.196721311475% |
| 25-34 years | 14.754098360656% |
| 35-50 years | 23.770491803279% |
| >50 years | 0% |
The average age outside summer is 3 years higher than in summer.
Location: The school is located in the trendy and relaxed resort of Sea Point and near beaches, cafes, and shops. Students can chill out and learn a new language at the same time.
English Courses
General Language
Intensive English 
30 lessons per week
|12 students (max)
In high demand!
Offer!from
410€390€
Course Details
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 6 | 8 | 20 | 21 | 24 | 32 | Additional Week |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in € | |||||||||||
| Price at schoolOur price | 410390 | 820779 | 12301169 | 16401558 | 24602337 | 30402888 | 76007220 | 73506983 | 84007980 | 1120010640 | 350333 |
| Price in US$ | 402 | 803 | 1204 | 1606 | 2408 | 2976 | 7439 | 7194 | 8221 | 10962 | 343 |
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Starting dates
Every Monday
The Intensive course is designed for students who want to improve their level of English in a short period of time but with a high intensity of 22.5 hours of lessons per week. All areas of the language are considered in the planning and the teaching method is very much steered towards a student-focused approach. It is recommended to supplement with a course such as Pronunciation English or Business Plus to steer your new skills towards an area which is suited to your specific needs.
Prices
High season
High season supplement per week: 15 €
Course specific data
General course schedule
6 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 - 12:30
Afternoon: 13:15 - 14:45
Morning: 9:00 - 12:30
Afternoon: 13:15 - 14:45
Possible course durations
1-99 weeks
Minimum required student age
16 years
Students per class
Maximum: 12 / Average: 8
Special note for 2025 holiday season: If you plan to take a course during the high season months of April, June, July or August 2025 we urgently advise you to book as early as possible. In 2024 many schools were fully booked during the holidays, and the situation is unlikely to be different for 2025 due to a current shortage of teachers, which affects most schools.
Additional information for all courses
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General English
20 lessons per week
|12 students (max)
Offer!from
355€338€
Course Details
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 6 | 8 | 20 | 21 | 24 | 32 | Additional Week |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in € | |||||||||||
| Price at schoolOur price | 355338 | 710675 | 10651012 | 14201349 | 21302024 | 25202394 | 63005985 | 57755487 | 66006270 | 88008360 | 275262 |
| Price in US$ | 348 | 695 | 1043 | 1390 | 2085 | 2467 | 6166 | 5652 | 6460 | 8613 | 270 |
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Starting dates
Every Monday
This course consists of 15 hours of General English incorporated into 20 lessons of 45 minutes. The general English Course at LAL really focuses on gaining confidence in the students' use and understanding of English, which can be adapted into the. Speaking, listening, reading and writing, considered to be the key areas in any language, are built upon in order to reach the students' final goal of fluency. In order to keep the learning productive, this course balances grammatical and structural skills along side interactive activities in a safe class room environment of maximum 12 student where they can work together effectively to explore their learning in English.
Prices
High season
High season supplement per week: 15 €
Course specific data
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 - 12:30
Morning: 9:00 - 12:30
Possible course durations
1-99 weeks
Minimum required student age
16 years
Students per class
Maximum: 12 / Average: 8
Additional information for all courses
See availability
Junior
Vacation English Plus - Grammar & Skills (13 to 17 years old)
20 lessons per week
|16 students (max)
Offer!from
1055€1029€
Includes accommodation
Course Details
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in € | |||||||||||
| Price at schoolOur price | 10551029 | 21102058 | 31653086 | 42204115 | 52755144 | 63306172 | 73857201 | 84408229 | -- | -- | -- |
| Price in US$ | 1060 | 2120 | 3180 | 4239 | 5299 | 6359 | 7418 | 8478 |
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Starting dates
2025: 05 Jan 2025, 12 Jan 2025, 19 Jan 2025, 26 Jan 2025, 02 Feb 2025, 09 Feb 2025, 16 Feb 2025, 29 Jun 2025, 06 Jul 2025, 13 Jul 2025, 20 Jul 2025, 27 Jul 2025, 03 Aug 2025, 10 Aug 2025, 17 Aug 2025
Included in the course; registration fee, accommodation placement fee, egistration fees, insurance, transfers, full board accommodation, 24 hour supervision, 15 hours (20 lessons) tuition, course material, placement test, school induction, leisure programme and certificate of attendance.
Special diet supplement: EUR 28 per week.
Prices
Course price includes accommodation
Apartment - shared / Residence, Shared room (multiple beds), Breakfast, lunch & dinner
Interested in this course without accommodation? Please contact us.
Price includes
Supervision 24/7, Airport transfer (return trip)
Course specific data
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 - 12:30
Morning: 9:00 - 12:30
Possible course durations
1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8 weeks
Minimum required student age
13 years
Age range:
13 - 17 years
Students per class
Maximum: 16 / Average: 11
Additional information for all courses
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Vacation English Plus - Skills (13 to 17 years old)
20 lessons per week
|16 students (max)
Offer!from
965€941€
Includes accommodation
Course Details
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in € | |||||||||||
| Price at schoolOur price | 965941 | 19301882 | 28952823 | 38603764 | 48254705 | 57905646 | 67556587 | 77207527 | -- | -- | -- |
| Price in US$ | 970 | 1939 | 2908 | 3878 | 4847 | 5816 | 6786 | 7755 |
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Starting dates
2025: 05 Jan 2025, 12 Jan 2025, 19 Jan 2025, 26 Jan 2025, 02 Feb 2025, 09 Feb 2025, 16 Feb 2025, 29 Jun 2025, 06 Jul 2025, 13 Jul 2025, 20 Jul 2025, 27 Jul 2025, 03 Aug 2025, 10 Aug 2025, 17 Aug 2025
Included in the course; registration fee, accommodation placement fee, egistration fees, insurance, transfers, full board accommodation, 24 hour supervision, 15 hours (20 lessons) tuition, course material, placement test, school induction, leisure programme and certificate of attendance.
Special diet supplement: EUR 28 per week.
Prices
Course price includes accommodation
Apartment - shared / Residence, Shared room (multiple beds), Breakfast, lunch & dinner
Interested in this course without accommodation? Please contact us.
Price includes
Supervision 24/7, Airport transfer (return trip)
Course specific data
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 - 12:30
Morning: 9:00 - 12:30
Possible course durations
1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8 weeks
Minimum required student age
13 years
Age range:
13 - 17 years
Students per class
Maximum: 16 / Average: 11
Additional information for all courses
See availability
Business
General English + Business English
30 lessons per week
|6 students (max)
Offer!from
460€437€
Course Details
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in € | |||||||||||
| Price at schoolOur price | 460437 | 920874 | 13801311 | 18401748 | 23002185 | 27602622 | 32203059 | -- | -- | -- | -- |
| Price in US$ | 451 | 901 | 1351 | 1801 | 2251 | 2702 | 3152 |
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Starting dates
Every Monday
This course offers 15 hours of General English + English for Business lessons in the afternoon. Integrating the advantages of smaller group sizes and the specialised content of the Business course LAL offers, this course is aimed at those who would like real focused attention on their learning of Business in the English Language.
Prices
High season
High season supplement per week: 15 €
Course specific data
General course schedule
6 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 - 12:30
Morning: 9:00 - 12:30
Possible course durations
1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7 weeks
Minimum required student age
16 years
Students per class
Maximum: 6 / Average: 4
Additional information for all courses
See availability
General English + Marketing
25 lessons per week
|6 students (max)
Offer!from
460€437€
Course Details
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in € | |||||||||||
| Price at schoolOur price | 460437 | 920874 | 13801311 | 18401748 | 23002185 | 27602622 | 32203059 | -- | -- | -- | -- |
| Price in US$ | 451 | 901 | 1351 | 1801 | 2251 | 2702 | 3152 |
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Starting dates
Every Monday
Course specific data
General course schedule
5 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 - 12:30
Morning: 9:00 - 12:30
Possible course durations
1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7 weeks
Minimum required student age
16 years
Students per class
Maximum: 6 / Average: 4
Additional information for all courses
See availability
General English + Law
25 lessons per week
|6 students (max)
Offer!from
460€437€
Course Details
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in € | |||||||||||
| Price at schoolOur price | 460437 | 920874 | 13801311 | 18401748 | 23002185 | 27602622 | 32203059 | -- | -- | -- | -- |
| Price in US$ | 451 | 901 | 1351 | 1801 | 2251 | 2702 | 3152 |
See availability
Starting dates
Every Monday
Course specific data
General course schedule
5 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 - 12:30
Afternoon: 12:15 - 14:45
Morning: 9:00 - 12:30
Afternoon: 12:15 - 14:45
Possible course durations
1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7 weeks
Minimum required student age
16 years
Students per class
Maximum: 6 / Average: 4
Additional information for all courses
See availability
Exam PreparationWhy exam preparation courses are excellent for optimum progress
FCE Exam Preparation 10
30 lessons per week
|10 students (max)
Offer!from
365€347€
Course Details
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in € | |||||||||||
| Price at schoolOur price | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | 36503468 | -- |
| Price in US$ | 3573 |
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Starting dates
2025: 24 Mar 2025, 06 Oct 2025
For employees and educational institutions, a Cambridge B2 First certificate will provide them with the evidence that you have a high level of understanding in the English language. Morning classes focus on grammar and vocabulary while the afternoon is designed to improve speaking and listening. All sections in the exam will be covered through the use of course materials and past papers. Students are given the tools and experience needed to take the exam with confidence and complete it to a high level.
Exam Fee: ZAR 3500 (payable at school).
Course specific data
General course schedule
6 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 - 12:30
Afternoon: 13:15 - 14:45
Morning: 9:00 - 12:30
Afternoon: 13:15 - 14:45
Possible course durations
10 weeks
Minimum required student age
16 years
Students per class
Maximum: 10 / Average: 7
Exam dates
31 May 2025, 13 Dec 2025
Additional information for all courses
See availability
FCE Exam Preparation 6
30 lessons per week
|10 students (max)
Offer!from
365€347€
Course Details
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in € | |||||||||||
| Price at schoolOur price | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | 21902081 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- |
| Price in US$ | 2144 |
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Starting dates
2025: 20 Jan 2025, 21 Apr 2025, 03 Nov 2025
For employees and educational institutions, a Cambridge B2 First certificate will provide them with the evidence that you have a high level of understanding in the English language. Morning classes focus on grammar and vocabulary while the afternoon is designed to improve speaking and listening. All sections in the exam will be covered through the use of course materials and past papers. Students are given the tools and experience needed to take the exam with confidence and complete it to a high level.
Exam Fee: ZAR 3500 (payable at school).
Course specific data
General course schedule
6 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 - 12:30
Afternoon: 13:15 - 14:45
Morning: 9:00 - 12:30
Afternoon: 13:15 - 14:45
Possible course durations
6 weeks
Minimum required student age
16 years
Students per class
Maximum: 10 / Average: 7
Exam dates
01 Mar 2025, 31 May 2025, 13 Dec 2025
Additional information for all courses
See availability
CAE Exam Preparation 10
30 lessons per week
|10 students (max)
Offer!from
365€347€
Course Details
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in € | |||||||||||
| Price at schoolOur price | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | 36503468 | -- |
| Price in US$ | 3573 |
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Starting dates
2025: 13 Jan 2025, 14 Apr 2025, 29 Sep 2025
The Cambridge C1 Advanced Exam requires students to display a deeper understanding of the English language at a higher level of fluency. Morning classes focus on grammar and vocabulary, while the afternoon is designed to improve speaking and listening. All sections in the exam will be covered through the use of course materials and past papers. Students are given the tools and experience needed to take the exam with confidence and complete it to a high level.
Exam Fee: ZAR 3500 (payable at school).
Course specific data
General course schedule
6 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 - 12:30
Afternoon: 13:15 - 14:45
Morning: 9:00 - 12:30
Afternoon: 13:15 - 14:45
Possible course durations
10 weeks
Minimum required student age
16 years
Students per class
Maximum: 10 / Average: 7
Exam dates
22 Mar 2025, 21 Jun 2025, 06 Dec 2025
Additional information for all courses
See availability
CAE Exam Preparation 6
30 lessons per week
|10 students (max)
Offer!from
365€347€
Course Details
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in € | |||||||||||
| Price at schoolOur price | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | 21902081 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- |
| Price in US$ | 2144 |
See availability
Starting dates
2025: 10 Feb 2025, 12 May 2025, 27 Oct 2025
The Cambridge C1 Advanced Exam requires students to display a deeper understanding of the English language at a higher level of fluency. Morning classes focus on grammar and vocabulary while the afternoon is designed to improve speaking and listening. All sections in the exam will be covered through the use of course materials and past papers. Students are given the tools and experience needed to take the exam with confidence and complete it to a high level.
Exam Fee: ZAR 3500 (payable at school).
Course specific data
General course schedule
6 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 - 12:30
Afternoon: 13:15 - 14:45
Morning: 9:00 - 12:30
Afternoon: 13:15 - 14:45
Possible course durations
6 weeks
Minimum required student age
16 years
Students per class
Maximum: 10 / Average: 7
Exam dates
22 Mar 2025, 21 Jun 2025, 06 Dec 2025
Additional information for all courses
See availability
Afternoon IELTS
10 lessons per week
|12 students (max)
Offer!from
100€95€
Course Details
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 6 | 8 | 16 | 24 | 32 | 48 | Additional Week |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in € | |||||||||||
| Price at schoolOur price | 10095 | 200190 | 300285 | 400380 | 600570 | 720684 | 14401368 | 21602052 | 28802736 | 43204104 | 9086 |
| Price in US$ | 98 | 196 | 294 | 392 | 588 | 705 | 1410 | 2114 | 2819 | 4228 | 89 |
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Starting dates
Every Monday
Exam Fee: ZAR 5500 (payable at school).
Course specific data
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:
Afternoon: 13:15 - 14:45
Afternoon: 13:15 - 14:45
Possible course durations
1-99 weeks
Minimum required student age
18 years
Students per class
Maximum: 12 / Average: 8
Additional information for all courses
See availability
General English + IELTS Exam Preparation
30 lessons per week
|12 students (max)
Offer!from
410€390€
Course Details
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in € | |||||||||||
| Price at schoolOur price | 410390 | 820779 | 12301169 | 16401558 | 20501948 | 24602337 | 28702727 | 30402888 | 38003610 | 45604332 | 380361 |
| Price in US$ | 402 | 803 | 1204 | 1606 | 2007 | 2408 | 2809 | 2976 | 3720 | 4463 | 372 |
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Starting dates
Every Monday
10 hours of IELTS preparation per week in a smaller group size of maximum 10 students together with the General English course can suitably prepare any student for both the IELTS exam as well as improving their level of English. An additional charge will be added for the registration of this course. The exam fee is payable separately.
Exam Fee: ZAR 5500 (payable at school).
Course specific data
General course schedule
6 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 - 12:30
Afternoon: 13:15 - 14:45
Morning: 9:00 - 12:30
Afternoon: 13:15 - 14:45
Possible course durations
1-99 weeks
Minimum required student age
16 years
Students per class
Maximum: 12 / Average: 8
Additional information for all courses
See availability
Our prices for LAL include
- INCLUDED Internet access and use of school computers
- INCLUDED Wireless LAN zone at school
- INCLUDED Free certificate of course attendance
- INCLUDED Free airport pickup for all junior courses (both ways)
- INCLUDED Language level placement test at first day of classes
- INCLUDED Language level placement test before arrival
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Ratings of LAL compared to ratings of all schools in South Africa
| LAL Cape Town | Average of all other schools in South Africa | |
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| Location of the school | ||
| Facilities | ||
| Social activities | ||
| Organisation | ||
| Quality of teaching | ||
| Value for money | ||
| Homestay | ||
| Shared flat |
LAL
Accreditations and Quality seals
English teacher qualifications
50% 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
Written and oral level test is performed. Students should arrive at 8:00
Student gender mix
60% male / 40% female
Offer for returning students
You will be refunded/waived the school's administration fee if you already attended previously a course at LAL and you book here.
Payment methods accepted for payments made directly to the school
Year of school foundation
1996
Legal name/parent company
LAL Language Centres South Africa (Pty) Ltd. | Tax registration ID: 4600154977
General school facilities
Microwave for student use
Kitchen for student use
Library
Lounge
Garden
Balcony / terrace
Student support desk
Outdoor swimming pool
Self-study areas
Free water dispenser
Free WIFI
Free coffee
Smoking zones (outdoors)
Tourist information
Assistance with reservations for restaurants, bars, clubs
Paid parking (<500m)
Classroom equipment
TV in all classrooms
Air conditioning in all classrooms
Ample natural light in most classrooms
- Number of classrooms: 13
Facilities for disabled students
Wheelchair access to classroom
Accessible Toilet
Wheelchair access to reception
Wheelchair access to cafeteria
Student Age / Nationality
Minimum age of students
16 years
13 years for specific Junior courses
Average number of levels
Adult courses In summer: 6
Adult courses Throughout the year: 6
Junior courses In summer: 6
Junior courses Throughout the year: 6
Average age of students
In summer: 22 years
Throughout the year: 25 years
Top student nationalities
| Student Nationality | Percentage of students |
|---|---|
| Saudi Arabia | 20% |
| Brazil | 19% |
| Italy | 10% |
| France | 7% |
| Germany | 4% |
| Switzerland | 3% |
| Turkey | 1% |
| Spain | 1% |
| Other nationalities | 35% |
Information for all courses offered by LAL
Lesson duration
45 minutes
Course material
Generally course material has to be purchased by the student. The costs of course material will be approximately 50 € per course level.
Comments about courses
LAL On-site Residence and Homestay accommodation has a late check in charge of EUR 20 if check in falls outside 14:00 - 00.00.
There is a course material a course book charge of EUR 45 for every 8 weeks of study. Exam Preparation courses only pay this fee once.
There is a lunch supplement fee for EUR 35 per week for LAL on-site Residence. Lunch is served Monday to Friday at LAL.
With homestay accommodation there is a evening meal supplement of EUR 66 per week.
Homestay accommodations have a special diet supplement for any meal of EUR 28 per week.
Changes in accommodation incur a change fee of EUR 35.
Travel and medical insurance costs EUR 24 per week. All bookings of accommodation options include a free arrival airport transfer.
Transfer specifications:
There is a delayed flight supplement of EUR 20 for delays more than 2 hours.
There is an extra student surplus of EUR 20 per student per transfer, with a maximum of 3 extra students per booking.
Individual classes
Single individual lessons of tuition can be reserved at 50 €. 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 2025 (including national and regional bank holidays):
01 Jan 2025, 21 Mar 2025, 18 Apr 2025, 21 Apr 2025, 01 May 2025, 16 Jun 2025, 24 Sep 2025, 16 Dec 2025, 25 Dec 2025 - 26 Dec 2025.
01 Jan 2025, 21 Mar 2025, 18 Apr 2025, 21 Apr 2025, 01 May 2025, 16 Jun 2025, 24 Sep 2025, 16 Dec 2025, 25 Dec 2025 - 26 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 at the school on the first day of the course.
Lessons needed per English language level
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
Cape Town International Airport:
40 € one way
80 € return (both ways)
80 € return (both ways)
More details about airports near Cape Town and how to travel independently from the airport to the city on our Cape Town page. For flight comparisons to Cape Town, we recommend using skyscanner.com.
Visa Documents
Nationals from USA 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)
85 €
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.
Leisure activities
| activity possible | |
|---|---|
| Ballet | |
| Basketball | |
| Cricket | |
| Dancing | |
| Diving | |
| Field Hockey | |
| Football (soccer) | |
| Golf | |
| Horse riding | |
| Mountainbiking | |
| Music | |
| Rugby | |
| Sailing | |
| Squash | |
| Swimming | |
| Tennis | |
| Volleyball | |
| Windsurfing | |
| Yoga | |
Examples of leisure activities organized by the school
Adults - Free activities
City tour, weekly barbecues (student bring own food and drink), games room at the residence
Adults - Paid activities
- Table Mountain
- Quad biking
- Surfing
- Skydiving
- Helicopter tour
- Cape Winelands
- Safari
- Shark cage diving
- Horseriding
- Whale watching
- Sand boarding
- Kirstenbosch Botanical Gardens
- Quad biking
- Surfing
- Skydiving
- Helicopter tour
- Cape Winelands
- Safari
- Shark cage diving
- Horseriding
- Whale watching
- Sand boarding
- Kirstenbosch Botanical Gardens
Junior - Free activities
A wide variety of excursions and activities are included in the price for the junior programmes.
Junior - Paid activities
Ostrich Ranch and Blouberg Beach, One-day Safari, Kirstenbosch Botanical Gardens, Surfing.
Leisure programme for adults & juniors (sample):
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Accommodation
LAL On-site Residence ![Most Popular Accommodation]()
Single room, Breakfast
In high demand!
from
325 €
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week | One-time fee (charged by school) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in € | 325 | 650 | 975 | 1300 | 1625 | 1950 | 2275 | 2520 | 3150 | 3780 | 315 | 35 |
| Price in US$ | 335 | 670 | 1005 | 1340 | 1675 | 2009 | 2344 | 2597 | 3246 | 3895 | 325 | 37 |
Minimum stay: 1 week
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Sunday
Price per person
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Sunday
Price per person
Booking 21 weeks or more is offered at a special rate of EUR 305 per week.
Check-in
Sunday 14:00-0:00
Check-out
Sunday
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€.
No extra nights bookable
Room Occupancy
Single room
Private bathroom
Included
Includes
Towels, Bedding/linen, Weekly cleaning, Access to Wifi in building (Free WIFI), Private bathroom.
Meals
Breakfast.
Minimum age of students
19
Maximum age of students
1
Dates
High season dates: 01 Jan 2025 - 25 Mar 2025
High season
High season supplement per week: 35 €
Homestay
Double room (only for 2 people travelling together), Breakfast
1 rating
from
205 €
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week | One-time fee (charged by school) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in € | 205 | 410 | 615 | 820 | 1025 | 1230 | 1435 | 1560 | 1950 | 2340 | 195 | 35 |
| Price in US$ | 212 | 423 | 634 | 845 | 1056 | 1268 | 1479 | 1608 | 2009 | 2411 | 201 | 37 |
Minimum stay: 1 week
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Sunday
Price per person
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Sunday
Price per person
Booking 21 weeks or more is offered at a special rate of EUR 185 per week.
Check-in
Sunday 14:00-0:00
Check-out
Sunday
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€.
No extra nights bookable
Room Occupancy
Double room (only for 2 people travelling together)
Includes
TV, Bedding/linen, Weekly cleaning, Shared bathroom.
Meals
Breakfast.
Minimum age of students
17
Maximum age of students
1
Dates
High season dates: 01 Jan 2025 - 02 Mar 2025
High season
High season supplement per week: 35 €
Homestay
Single room, Breakfast
1 rating
from
265 €
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week | One-time fee (charged by school) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in € | 265 | 530 | 795 | 1060 | 1325 | 1590 | 1855 | 2040 | 2550 | 3060 | 255 | 35 |
| Price in US$ | 274 | 547 | 820 | 1093 | 1366 | 1639 | 1912 | 2102 | 2628 | 3153 | 263 | 37 |
Minimum stay: 1 week
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Sunday
Price per person
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Sunday
Price per person
Booking 21 weeks or more is offered at a special rate of EUR 245 per week.
Check-in
Sunday 14:00-0:00
Check-out
Sunday
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€.
No extra nights bookable
Room Occupancy
Single room
Private bathroom
Optional at 50€
Includes
TV, Bedding/linen, Weekly cleaning, Shared bathroom.
Meals
Breakfast.
Minimum age of students
17
Maximum age of students
1
Dates
High season dates: 01 Jan 2025 - 02 Mar 2025
High season
High season supplement per week: 35 €
Homestay
Single room, Breakfast & 1 meal
1 rating
from
385 €
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week | One-time fee (charged by school) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in € | 385 | 770 | 1155 | 1540 | 1925 | 2310 | 2695 | 3000 | 3750 | 4500 | 375 | 35 |
| Price in US$ | 397 | 794 | 1190 | 1587 | 1984 | 2380 | 2777 | 3091 | 3864 | 4636 | 387 | 37 |
Minimum stay: 1 week
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per person
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per person
Booking 21 weeks or more is offered at a special rate of EUR 365 per week.
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€.
No extra nights bookable
Room Occupancy
Single room
Private bathroom
Optional at 50€
Includes
TV, Bedding/linen, Weekly cleaning, Shared bathroom.
Meals
Breakfast & 1 meal.
Minimum age of students
17
Maximum age of students
1
Dates
High season dates: 01 Jan 2025 - 02 Mar 2025
High season
High season supplement per week: 35 €
Homestay
Double room (only for 2 people travelling together), Breakfast & 1 meal
1 rating
from
275 €
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week | One-time fee (charged by school) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in € | 275 | 550 | 825 | 1100 | 1375 | 1650 | 1925 | 2120 | 2650 | 3180 | 265 | 35 |
| Price in US$ | 284 | 567 | 850 | 1134 | 1417 | 1700 | 1984 | 2185 | 2731 | 3277 | 274 | 37 |
Minimum stay: 1 week
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per person
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per person
Booking 21 weeks or more is offered at a special rate of EUR 255 per week.
Check-in
Sunday 14:00 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€.
No extra nights bookable
Room Occupancy
Double room (only for 2 people travelling together)
Includes
TV, Bedding/linen, Weekly cleaning, Access to Wifi in building (Free WIFI), Shared bathroom.
Meals
Breakfast & 1 meal.
Minimum age of students
17
Maximum age of students
1
Dates
High season dates: 01 Jan 2025 - 02 Mar 2025
High season
High season supplement per week: 35 €
LAL On-site Residence
Shared room (multiple beds), Breakfast
from
130 €
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week | One-time fee (charged by school) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in € | 130 | 260 | 390 | 520 | 650 | 780 | 910 | 960 | 1200 | 1440 | 120 | 35 |
| Price in US$ | 134 | 268 | 402 | 536 | 670 | 804 | 938 | 989 | 1237 | 1484 | 124 | 37 |
Minimum stay: 1 week
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Sunday
Price per person
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Sunday
Price per person
Booking 21 weeks or more is offered at a special rate of EUR 110 per week.
Check-in
Sunday 14:00-0:00
Check-out
Sunday
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€.
No extra nights bookable
Room Occupancy
Shared room (multiple beds)
Private bathroom
Optional at 15€
Distance from school
5 minutes walking.
Includes
Towels, Bedding/linen, Weekly cleaning, Access to Wifi in building (Free WIFI), Shared bathroom.
Meals
Breakfast.
Minimum age of students
19
Maximum age of students
1
Dates
High season dates: 01 Jan 2025 - 25 May 2025
High season
High season supplement per week: 35 €
LAL On-site Residence
Twin room, Breakfast
from
210 €
| 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 | 1600 | 2000 | 2400 | 200 | 35 |
| Price in US$ | 217 | 433 | 650 | 866 | 1082 | 1299 | 1515 | 1649 | 2061 | 2473 | 207 | 37 |
Minimum stay: 1 week
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Sunday
Price per person
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Sunday
Price per person
Booking 21 weeks or more is offered at a special rate of EUR 190 per week.
Check-in
Sunday 14:00-0:00
Check-out
Sunday
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€.
No extra nights bookable
Room Occupancy
Twin room
Private bathroom
Included
Includes
Towels, Bedding/linen, Weekly cleaning, Access to Wifi in building (Free WIFI), Private bathroom.
Meals
Breakfast.
Minimum age of students
19
Maximum age of students
1
Dates
High season dates: 01 Jan 2025 - 25 Mar 2025
High season
High season supplement per week: 35 €
Milton Road Student House
Twin room, Breakfast
from
270 €
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week | One-time fee (charged by school) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in € | 270 | 540 | 810 | 1080 | 1350 | 1620 | 1890 | 2160 | 2700 | 3240 | 270 | 35 |
| Price in US$ | 279 | 557 | 835 | 1113 | 1391 | 1669 | 1948 | 2226 | 2782 | 3338 | 279 | 37 |
Minimum stay: 1 week
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per person
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
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€.
No extra nights bookable
Room Occupancy
Twin room
Private bathroom
Included
Includes
TV, Access to Wifi in building (Free WIFI), Private bathroom.
Meals
Breakfast.
Minimum age of students
16
Dates
Not available/Fully booked: 01 Jan 2025 - 31 Jan 2025
High season dates: 01 Jan 2025 - 02 Mar 2025
High season dates: 01 Jan 2025 - 02 Mar 2025
High season
High season supplement per week: 35 €
Milton Road Student House
Single room, Breakfast
from
370 €
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week | One-time fee (charged by school) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in € | 370 | 740 | 1110 | 1480 | 1850 | 2220 | 2590 | 2960 | 3700 | 4440 | 370 | 35 |
| Price in US$ | 382 | 763 | 1144 | 1525 | 1906 | 2288 | 2669 | 3050 | 3812 | 4575 | 382 | 37 |
Minimum stay: 1 week
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per person
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
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€.
No extra nights bookable
Room Occupancy
Single room
Private bathroom
Optional at 20€
Includes
TV, Access to Wifi in building (Free WIFI), Shared bathroom.
Meals
Breakfast.
Minimum age of students
16
Dates
Not available/Fully booked: 01 Jan 2025 - 31 Jan 2025
High season dates: 01 Jan 2025 - 02 Mar 2025
High season dates: 01 Jan 2025 - 02 Mar 2025
High season
High season supplement per week: 35 €
Sea Point Residence
Shared room (multiple beds), Breakfast
from
125 €
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week | One-time fee (charged by school) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in € | 125 | 250 | 375 | 500 | 625 | 750 | 875 | 920 | 1150 | 1380 | 115 | 35 |
| Price in US$ | 129 | 258 | 387 | 516 | 644 | 773 | 902 | 948 | 1185 | 1422 | 119 | 37 |
Minimum stay: 1 week
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per person
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
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€.
No extra nights bookable
Room Occupancy
Shared room (multiple beds)
Private bathroom
Optional at 20€
Distance from school
15 minutes walking.
Includes
TV, Access to Wifi in building (Free WIFI), Shared bathroom.
Meals
Breakfast.
Minimum age of students
16
Dates
High season dates: 01 Jan 2025 - 02 Mar 2025
High season
High season supplement per week: 35 €
Sea Point Residence
Twin room, Breakfast
from
200 €
| 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 | 1520 | 1900 | 2280 | 190 | 35 |
| Price in US$ | 207 | 413 | 619 | 825 | 1031 | 1237 | 1443 | 1566 | 1958 | 2349 | 196 | 37 |
Minimum stay: 1 week
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per person
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
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€.
No extra nights bookable
Room Occupancy
Twin room
Private bathroom
Optional at 10€
Distance from school
15 minutes walking.
Includes
TV, Access to Wifi in building (Free WIFI), Shared bathroom.
Meals
Breakfast.
Minimum age of students
16
Dates
High season dates: 01 Jan 2025 - 02 Mar 2025
High season
High season supplement per week: 35 €
Sea Point Residence
Single room, Breakfast
from
305 €
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week | One-time fee (charged by school) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in € | 305 | 610 | 915 | 1220 | 1525 | 1830 | 2135 | 2360 | 2950 | 3540 | 295 | 35 |
| Price in US$ | 315 | 629 | 943 | 1257 | 1572 | 1886 | 2200 | 2432 | 3040 | 3647 | 304 | 37 |
Minimum stay: 1 week
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per person
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
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€.
No extra nights bookable
Room Occupancy
Single room
Private bathroom
Optional at 20€
Distance from school
15 minutes walking.
Includes
TV, Access to Wifi in building (Free WIFI), Shared bathroom.
Meals
Breakfast.
Minimum age of students
16
Dates
High season dates: 01 Jan 2025 - 02 Mar 2025
High season
High season supplement per week: 35 €
FAQ about LAL, Cape Town
- What is the best price for a course at LAL, Cape Town?English courses at LAL start at 95 € for Afternoon IELTS course with 10 lessons per week. When booking here you benefit from an exclusive discount.
- What is the most popular accommodation offered by LAL?The accommodation LAL On-site Residence is the most popular among all our clients of LAL
- Is airport pickup offered by LAL?Yes. The school offers pickup from Cape Town International Airport (40 €)
- What is the number of students per class at LAL?Depending on the chosen course, the maximum number of students at LAL varies from 6 students (General English + Business English ) to 16 students (Vacation English Plus - Grammar & Skills)
- Which countries are students of LAL from?The highest Nationality percentage at LAL comes from Saudi Arabia with a 20% representation, followed by students from Brazil (19%) and Italy (10%).
- LAL offers courses for which ages?LAL offers courses from 13 years (Vacation English Plus - Grammar & Skills, 20 lessons per week) to 99. Average age is 22 during the summer and 25 for the rest of the year.
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