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German school in Cologne: TANDEM Köln

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4.3

Rating: 4.3/5.0

Overall school rating of TANDEM Köln, Cologne
Ranked #3 of 5 German schools in Cologne
School
Location of the school
4.5 

Rating: 4.5/5.0

Facilities
4.1 

Rating: 4.1/5.0

Social activities
3.9 

Rating: 3.9/5.0

Organisation
4.3 

Rating: 4.3/5.0

Course
Quality of teaching
4.3 

Rating: 4.3/5.0

Value for money
4.1 

Rating: 4.1/5.0

Accommodation
Homestay
4.0 

Rating: 4.0/5.0

Shared Flat (apartment)
4.1 

Rating: 4.1/5.0

Overall school rating by student age group
Students < 18 years
4.3 

Rating: 4.3/5.0

(7)
Students 18-30 years
4.4 

Rating: 4.4/5.0

(42)
Students 31-49 years
4.5 

Rating: 4.5/5.0

(22)
Students 50+ years
4.0 

Rating: 4.0/5.0

(11)
What we like about the school
  • Great cultural programme which includes historical city tours, boat tours on the Rhine, theater visits, concerts, BBQ parties and more.
  • Excellent nationality mix. No student nationality makes up more than 15% of students.
  • Electronic whiteboards in all classrooms.
How we create the points regarding what we like/dislike about a school

Location: TANDEM Köln is situated in the lively and bustling city of Cologne, in western Germany. The school is located in the Suedstadt District, just south of the city centre, has excellent links to transport, and is only moments away from green spaces such as Friedens Park, Volksgarten Park and the Raderberger Brache Naturparadies nature refuge. Close by there are several cafés, shops and supermarkets, with the attractions of the city centre and it's multiple world-class museums, just a short journey away, on foot or via metro. The UNESCO World Heritage Site of the Cologne Cathedral is around a 20-minute journey of the school via the city's tram lines.

Course selection: Course selection at TANDEM Köln offers group and private lessons over a variety of intensities and schedules. Combination courses of both group and individual lessons are readily available throughout the year to students of all levels. TELC Exam Preparation courses are also available throughout the year for both B2 and C1 exams.

Accommodation: TANDEM Köln is happy to assist students with any accommodation needs, with options in Homestay, Private Apartments and Shared Flats, available throughout the year.

School facilities: The facilities of the school are excellent. These facilities include a cafeteria, kitchen use for students, a library, free after-class access to language learning software, a lounge area, a garden and a student support desk for any questions or queries that may arise.
  • The language school TANDEM Köln was founded in Cologne, Germany in 2004.
  • Legal name / parent company: Oliver Lechlmair
  • Tax registration ID: DE236715645
  • The school is an official exam center
    The following language examinations can be taken directly at the school:

German Courses

General Language
Exam Preparation

Information for all courses offered by TANDEM Köln

Comments about courses

Course material for the first month included in the enrollment fee. After this the average cost is about EUR 25 per month though generally between EUR 18 and EUR 23 each month.

A signed parental consent form must be submitted with the enrolment documents for students under 18.

Lesson duration
45 minutes
School's administrative fee
60.00 €
Course material
Generally course material has to be purchased by the student. The costs of course material will be approximately 25 € per course level.
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, 12 Feb 2024, 29 Mar 2024, 01 Apr 2024, 01 May 2024, 09 May 2024, 10 May 2024, 20 May 2024, 30 May 2024, 31 May 2024, 03 Oct 2024, 01 Nov 2024.
If a bank holiday falls on a weekday there is no refund nor are missed lessons recuperated. This is the case for the majority of language schools.
Level test
A test to assess your exact language level takes place before the start of the course via email.

Lessons needed per German language level

Level (CEFR) LESSONS needed per level WEEKS needed
(20 lessons per week)
A1 Beginner A1 to A2 100 5
A2 Elementary A2 to B1 200 10
B1 Intermediate B1 to B2 225 11.25
B2 Higher Intermediate B2 to C1 250 12.5
C1 Advanced C1 to C2 275 13.75
C2 Proficiency
Data above gives some guidance. For more details consult our page How long does it take to learn a language or reach a specific level.

Our price includes

  • INCLUDED Organized activities
  • INCLUDED Internet access and use of school computers
  • INCLUDED 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 Paid assistance in finding flats for long-term students at 75€
Note: All courses offered by TANDEM Köln, Cologne can be reserved online with LanguageCourse.Net at a lower price than what you pay when booking directly at the school or at the school's website. In case a course is not listed above, just let us know.

Videos & Photos

  • TANDEM Köln - School Presentation1/5
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  • TANDEM Köln - General School Video3/5
  • TANDEM Köln - Student Interviews4/5
  • TANDEM Köln - Student Interviews5/5
  • Classroom with a view
    Classroom with a view1/13
  • Certificate time
    Certificate time2/13
  • Well done friends
    Well done friends3/13
  • Street Parade
    Street Parade4/13
  • The Team
    The Team5/13
  • Last pointers
    Last pointers6/13
  • Last test
    Last test7/13
  • Questions anyone
    Questions anyone8/13
  • relaxed chat
    relaxed chat9/13
  • Deep focus
    Deep focus10/13
  • Conversation practise
    Conversation practise11/13
  • reception area
    reception area12/13
  • Corridor
    Corridor13/13

TANDEM Köln

Accreditations and Quality seals
ALTOFADAFTANDEM InternationalPreferential Terms in Case of Visa RefusalQualitätsgemeinschaft Berufliche Bildung Köln
German teacher qualifications
95% hold a university degree
5% hold a recognised language teaching qualification
Languages spoken by school staff (cannot be guaranteed by school)
First day of course
Students should arrive at 8:45
Student gender mix
54% male / 46% female
Offer for returning students
You will be refunded/waived the school's administration fee If you already attended previously a course at TANDEM Köln and you book here.
Payment methods accepted for payments made directly to the school
Visa - logoMastercard - logoEurocard - logoAmerican Express - logoPayPal - logoMaestro - logoCash payment - logoVisa Debit - logoBank Transfer - logo

General school facilities

  • Cafeteria

  • Kitchen for student use

  • Microwave for student use

  • Fridge for student use

  • Snack vending machine

  • Drink vending machine

  • Library

  • Daily press

  • Movie rental

  • Free after-class access to language learning software

  • Movie room

  • Lounge

  • Garden

  • Balcony / terrace

  • Student support desk

  • Copy machine

  • Printer for student use

  • Lockers

  • Self-study areas

  • Free water dispenser

  • Free WIFI

  • Non-smoking (all indoor areas, but not all outdoor areas of school)

  • Smoking zones (outdoors)

  • Tourist information

  • Assistance with entrance ticket purchases

  • Assistance with reservations for restaurants, bars, clubs

  • Assistance with organizing transportation

  • Facilities for islamic students

    • Arabic homestays available

    • Accommodation and meals for islamic students on request
  • Classroom equipment

    • TV in all classrooms

    • Electronic whiteboard in all classrooms

    • Heating in all classrooms

    • Ample natural light in all classrooms

    Number of classrooms: 14
    Number of public PC workstations: 12
    Paid parking (<500m)

    Facilities for disabled students

    • Adapted for students with learning difficulty

Additional comment about facilities of school

Computers Video, DVD, CD and books for self-studies

Student Age / Nationality

Average number of students
In summer: 110
Throughout the year: 95
Minimum age of students
16 years
Average number of levels
Adult courses In summer: 10
Adult courses Throughout the year: 10
Junior courses In summer: 1
Junior courses Throughout the year: 1
Average age of students
In summer: 22 years
Throughout the year: 24 years

Top student nationalities

Age of students

Airport transfer

Duesseldorf International Airport:
160 € one way
320 € return (both ways)
Cologne Bonn Airport:
80 € one way
160 € return (both ways)
Best arrival airport is Koeln-Bonn (CGN).
More information about airports around Cologne and how to get from the airport to Cologne on your own here on our Cologne page.

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.
School fee for issuing the visa documents:
200 €
Full payment of all fees required before school dispatches documents required for visa application
Yes
Express shipment fee (via courier)
75 €
Free shipment via regular mail
Yes
Preferential cancellation terms in case of visa refusal
School agreed that students booking online on this site will benefit from preferential cancellation fees in case of visa refusal, and in this case will never exceed EUR 180.

Leisure activities

activity possibledistance from school
Ballet1 km
Basketball1 km
Dancing1 km
Football (soccer)1 km
Golf5 km
Horse riding15 km
Mountainbiking5 km
Squash3 km
Swimming2 km
Table Tennis1 km
Tennis3 km
Volleyball1 km
Yoga1 km

Examples of leisure activities organized by the school

Adults - Free activities

- BBQ or picnic
- Guided city tours with a teacher
- Going out together
- Playing soccer
- Playing basketball, table tennis

Adults - Paid activities

Excursions and activities can include:
- Museum visits
- Augustusburg Castle or the famous Cologne Cathedral (World Cultural Heritage)
- Trips to other cities nearby like Bonn, Brühl or Düsseldorf
- Excursions by ship on the river Rhine into the romantic Rhine valley
- Cycling tour

Activities are always between EUR 5 and EUR 15 per activity.

Junior - Free activities

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Junior - Paid activities

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Video about leisure activities at TANDEM Köln Cologne
Leisure programme for adults (sample):
List & schedule of activities.
List & schedule of activities.

Accommodation

Ratings of TANDEM Köln compared to ratings of all schools in Germany

 TANDEM Köln CologneAverage of all other schools in Germany
Overall school rating4.3

Rating: 4.3/5.0

4.3

Rating: 4.3/5.0

Location of the school4.5

Rating: 4.5/5.0

4.7

Rating: 4.7/5.0

Facilities4.1

Rating: 4.1/5.0

3.9

Rating: 3.9/5.0

Social activities4.0

Rating: 4.0/5.0

3.5

Rating: 3.5/5.0

Organisation4.4

Rating: 4.4/5.0

4.1

Rating: 4.1/5.0

Quality of teaching4.4

Rating: 4.4/5.0

4.3

Rating: 4.3/5.0

Value for money4.1

Rating: 4.1/5.0

4.0

Rating: 4.0/5.0

Homestay4.1

Rating: 4.1/5.0

4.0

Rating: 4.0/5.0

Shared flat4.1

Rating: 4.1/5.0

3.9

Rating: 3.9/5.0

Student opinions about TANDEM Köln, Cologne

Liked
The teachers are very available, the course materials are personalised and very well designed, the lessons are very interesting and the teachers make us want to learn. The progress are visible, and their methods are effective.
Overall rating
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Value for money
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

City/place
3.0

Rating: 3/5.0

Facilities (library, classrooms)
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Quality of teaching / language progress
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

School organization
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Social activities
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Quality of teaching / language progress: Very good.
Other comments Perfect, thank you very much.
Course: Intensive Course - 2 weeks
17. Aug. 2021
Liked
Listening, the dynamism of all, the school has been responsive to my request. Everyone is very friendly and the courses are very well made.
Overall rating
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Value for money
City/place
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Quality of teaching / language progress
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

School organization
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Homestay Executive
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Other comments Thank you to all the team of the school on behalf of Nicole, Pierre-Antoine and Marie-Pierre. I would really return.
Course: Summer courses
2. Jul. 2006
Liked
The teachers and the staff were amazing! They were so accommodating and inspirational. My teachers pushed me to do the best I could!
Insider tips about what future students should not miss Have no fear! Languages aren't scary!!!
Overall rating
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Value for money
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

City/place
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Facilities (library, classrooms)
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Quality of teaching / language progress
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

School organization
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Social activities
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Shared flat
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Other comments Great location! Great Staff! Great Experience!
Course: Intensive course - 6 weeks
5. Jul. 2017
Liked
They help the students with everything, they answer any doubt you may have regarding the city, transportation...whatever.
Overall rating
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Value for money
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

City/place
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Facilities (library, classrooms)
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Quality of teaching / language progress
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

School organization
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Social activities
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Shared flat
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Course: Intensive courses - 3 weeks
30. Aug. 2010
Liked
It is not a big school, so after a few days you will recognise most of people. And the location was great as well.
Overall rating
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Value for money
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

City/place
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Facilities (library, classrooms)
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Quality of teaching / language progress
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

School organization
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Social activities
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Course: Summer courses - 2 weeks
29. Aug. 2016
Liked
Every one in the school was friendly, our teachers were very good. I hope to come back to Tandem school.
Overall rating
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Value for money
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

City/place
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Facilities (library, classrooms)
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Quality of teaching / language progress
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

School organization
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Social activities
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Shared flat
3.0

Rating: 3/5.0

Course: Intensive course - 3 weeks
4. Oct. 2016
Liked
Teachers,people at the reception desk, extra lessons on Wednesday afternoon, computers facilities.
Insider tips about what future students should not miss Good and cheap place to eat: Mensa
Overall rating
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Value for money
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

City/place
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Facilities (library, classrooms)
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Quality of teaching / language progress
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

School organization
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Social activities
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Flat share
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Other comments I missed a library. Facilities for renting a bike would be appreciated.
Course: Intensive course - 2 weeks
22. Jul. 2013
Liked
Friendly staff, enthusiastic teachers, method of teaching (exercises, grammar, lots of variety).
Overall rating
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Value for money
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

City/place
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Facilities (library, classrooms)
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Quality of teaching / language progress
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

School organization
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Social activities
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Shared flat
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Other comments Friendly people in my accommodation.
Course: Intensive courses - 2 weeks
16. Jul. 2010
Liked
It was interesting to meet people of differents countries. There was a friendly atmosphere.
Insider tips about what future students should not miss the cathedral, the cafés and the chocolate-museum
Overall rating
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Value for money
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

City/place
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Facilities (library, classrooms)
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Quality of teaching / language progress
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

School organization
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Social activities
3.0

Rating: 3/5.0

Other comments it would be better to propose more hobbies particularly after the holidays.
Course: Intensive courses - 2 weeks
27. Sep. 2006
Liked
Some teachers were very enthusiastic, they cared about the students' personal interests.
Overall rating
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Value for money
3.0

Rating: 3/5.0

City/place
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Facilities (library, classrooms)
3.0

Rating: 3/5.0

Quality of teaching / language progress
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

School organization
3.0

Rating: 3/5.0

Social activities
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Shared flat
3.0

Rating: 3/5.0

Other comments Regarding accommodation, the school proved to be disorganised at the end of my journey. On the other side I'm thankful for the support they showed to me when I had problems with the landlady of my first apartment. Some teachers are not as committed as others being that they consider their job at the school as a sideline job. The school also offers free internet but the reception is useless due perhaps to the constitution of the building. I would say it was a good experience and that I'm satisfied with it.
Course: Intensive course - 12 weeks
19. Jan. 2016
Liked
The teachers were very friendly and focused more on personally guiding every student.
Overall rating
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Value for money
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

City/place
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Facilities (library, classrooms)
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Quality of teaching / language progress
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

School organization
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Social activities
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Other comments Good School Professional Staff Friendly and very good Teachers Diverse nationalities of students
Course: Intensive course - 13 weeks
14. May. 2018
Liked
The school is really well located and the staff is nice. People are very friendly.
Overall rating
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Value for money
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

City/place
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Facilities (library, classrooms)
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Quality of teaching / language progress
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

School organization
3.0

Rating: 3/5.0

Social activities
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Other comments TANDEM Köln is a good school with a good value for money. The professors are comprehensive and professional. The only negative point is the difference in the teaching methods from a teacher to another. The organisation and the structure of the courses are not the strongest points of the school. Generally speaking, I had a really good time in this school and will come back as soon as possible.
Course: Intensive course - 2 weeks
21. Jan. 2019
Liked
Everyone was very friendly and they gave us information or help about everything.
Insider tips about what future students should not miss read all the information.
Overall rating
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Value for money
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

City/place
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Facilities (library, classrooms)
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Quality of teaching / language progress
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

School organization
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Social activities
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Shared flat
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Course: Summer courses (July/August) - 3 weeks
29. Aug. 2011
Liked
The school was great, and the people. The teachers and all were very nice!!!
Insider tips about what future students should not miss Enjoy everything!!
Overall rating
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Value for money
3.0

Rating: 3/5.0

City/place
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Facilities (library, classrooms)
3.0

Rating: 3/5.0

Quality of teaching / language progress
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

School organization
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Social activities
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Shared flat
1.0

Rating: 1/5.0

Course: Intensive courses - 4 weeks
13. Sep. 2012
Liked
Location not far away from the centre, lots of computers at your disposal
Overall rating
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Value for money
3.0

Rating: 3/5.0

City/place
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Facilities (library, classrooms)
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Quality of teaching / language progress
3.0

Rating: 3/5.0

School organization
3.0

Rating: 3/5.0

Social activities
2.0

Rating: 2/5.0

Shared flat
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Course: Intensive courses - 2 weeks
23. May. 2012
Liked
Good teachers, good balance of grammar and conversation.
Overall rating
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Value for money
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

City/place
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Facilities (library, classrooms)
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Quality of teaching / language progress
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

School organization
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Social activities
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Shared flat
3.0

Rating: 3/5.0

Course: Intensive course [Немецкий] - 4 weeks
9. Apr. 2018
Liked
It's like a big family. Quiet and relaxed atmosphere.
Overall rating
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Value for money
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

City/place
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Social activities
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Facilities (library, classrooms)
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Quality of teaching / language progress
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Shared flat
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Course: Intensive course - 9 weeks
9. May. 2016
Liked
The friendliness of all the members in the school
Insider tips about what future students should not miss When you get to a new country, one of the most common things that can happen to you is trying to adapt yourself. Try to be positive and persistent in order to enjoy your stay as much as possible. Discover everything around you and try to understand all the different cultures.
Overall rating
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Value for money
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

City/place
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Facilities (library, classrooms)
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Quality of teaching / language progress
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

School organization
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Social activities
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Other comments The school is very conscious that students come from different countries, so they do welcome us in the best way in order our adaptation to the new place is as pleasant as possible. Tandem Köln also offers the possibility of combining classes in the morning with activities in the evenings, which favors the integration with the rest of the students.
Course: Intensive courses - 3 weeks
14. Aug. 2007
Liked
Their professionalism, teaching methodology.
Insider tips about what future students should not miss Enjoy every minute.
Overall rating
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Value for money
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

City/place
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Facilities (library, classrooms)
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Quality of teaching / language progress
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

School organization
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Social activities
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Flat share
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Quality of teaching / language progress: Highly qualified teachers. You understand them even if you don't speak German.
Other comments Great organization, the services offered by the teachers to the students.
Course: Intensive Course - 2 weeks
16. Apr. 2019
Liked
The international atmosphere, helpful staff.
Overall rating
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Value for money
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

City/place
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Facilities (library, classrooms)
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Quality of teaching / language progress
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

School organization
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Social activities
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Course: Summer courses (July/August) - 4 weeks
5. Sep. 2011
Liked
Close to my flat and the teachers were great
Overall rating
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Value for money
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

City/place
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Facilities (library, classrooms)
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Quality of teaching / language progress
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

School organization
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Social activities
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Shared flat
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Other comments Great school, highly recommended. And my German is much better now! Thank you:)
Course: Intensive courses - 5 weeks
19. Apr. 2010
Liked
Curriculum, organization, cultural program
Overall rating
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Value for money
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

City/place
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Facilities (library, classrooms)
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Quality of teaching / language progress
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

School organization
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Social activities
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Shared flat
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Other comments Very good school, I will recommend it!
Course: Summer courses - 8 weeks
5. Sep. 2016
Liked
Not too strict but very relaxed and nice
Insider tips about what future students should not miss köln by night
Overall rating
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Value for money
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

City/place
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Facilities (library, classrooms)
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Quality of teaching / language progress
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

School organization
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Social activities
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Homestay Executive
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Course: Intensive courses - 12 weeks
7. Mar. 2007
Liked
The approach and support of my teachers
Insider tips about what future students should not miss The Kulturprogramm of the school offers great opportunities to meet other students!
Overall rating
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Value for money
3.0

Rating: 3/5.0

City/place
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Facilities (library, classrooms)
3.0

Rating: 3/5.0

Quality of teaching / language progress
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

School organization
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Social activities
3.0

Rating: 3/5.0

Shared flat
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Course: Super-intensive course (24 group + 8 mini group) + Standard course - 2 weeks
22. Feb. 2018
Liked
People were very nice, the house is big
Overall rating
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Value for money
City/place
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Facilities (library, classrooms)
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

School organization
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Quality of teaching / language progress
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Homestay Executive
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Course: Summer courses - 1 week
1. Jul. 2006
Liked
The method with which teachers taught.
Overall rating
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Value for money
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

City/place
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Facilities (library, classrooms)
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Quality of teaching / language progress
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

School organization
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Social activities
3.0

Rating: 3/5.0

Shared flat
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Course: Intensive course - 4 weeks
9. Sep. 2018
Liked
The people,students and teachers :)
Insider tips about what future students should not miss the kulturprogram every week
Overall rating
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Value for money
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

City/place
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Facilities (library, classrooms)
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Quality of teaching / language progress
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

School organization
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Social activities
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Shared flat
3.0

Rating: 3/5.0

Course: Intensive courses - 17 weeks
25. Jun. 2008
Liked
Everyone is very nice and helpful.
Overall rating
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Value for money
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

City/place
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Facilities (library, classrooms)
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

School organization
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Quality of teaching / language progress
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Shared flat
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Course: Standard Course - 24 weeks
20. Apr. 2021
Liked
Good teachers and helpful staff.
Overall rating
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Value for money
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

City/place
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Facilities (library, classrooms)
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Quality of teaching / language progress
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

School organization
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Social activities
3.0

Rating: 3/5.0

Other comments Great experience. Would do it again.
Course: Intensive courses - 2 weeks
27. Apr. 2010
Liked
The friendliness and atmosphere
Insider tips about what future students should not miss rent a bike, cologne is not too big and you can bike anywhere. public transport is quite expensive here
Overall rating
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Value for money
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

City/place
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Facilities (library, classrooms)
3.0

Rating: 3/5.0

Quality of teaching / language progress
3.0

Rating: 3/5.0

School organization
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Social activities
3.0

Rating: 3/5.0

Other comments the people in the school are very friendly. It is a lot of fun. School has a great location and Cologne is a great city.
Course: Combined Course - 1 week
2. Nov. 2009

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Questions and answers about TANDEM Köln

  • The general timetable for the standard course is: 4 lessons of 45 minutes each day.
    Mornings: 9:30 - 13:00.
    The exact schedule will be determined on the first day of class depending on your level.
    Gosia Mazur, LanguageCourse.Net - Mar 24, 2023
  • Yes. Complete beginners can enrol on the intensive course. The school has set specific start dates for this course for students who have never studied German before.
    Gosia Mazur, LanguageCourse.Net - Mar 24, 2023
  • Yes, we offer job center courses and training voucher courses are currently in progress. All these courses are settled directly with the authorities, there are fixed rates for them. Please contact the authority and school directly to get your place on the course.
    Sabine Krafack, LanguageCourse.Net - Apr 18, 2023
  • Unfortunately, we do not offer integration courses, nor can our courses be funded by the job center.
    Sabine Krafack, LanguageCourse.Net - Apr 18, 2023
  • The course material for the first month is included in the enrollment fee. After this the average cost is about EUR 25 per month though generally between EUR 18 and EUR 23 each month.
    Rubén De Haro, LanguageCourse.Net - Aug 21, 2023

FAQ about TANDEM Köln,

  • Students take a placement test on the first day or the test will be sent by email before the starting date. It takes approximately 8-9 weeks to complete one level. Students receive a free certificate of course attendance at the end of the course.

    Angela Ligartova, Language Travel Consultant from LanguageCourse.Net - Jun 30, 2023
  • Students take a placement test on the first day or the test will be sent by email before the starting date. You can usually start any Monday if you speak some German. The total beginner starting dates are listed on our website. You'll receive a free certificate of course attendance at the end of the course.
    Angela Ligartova, Language Travel Consultant from LanguageCourse.Net - Jul 07, 2023
  • If you need a visa, all remaining fees need to be paid as soon as you receive the invoice from the school.
    The full payment is requested by the school before sending documents required for visa application of student (e.g. letter of invitation, I-20).
    Madly Simba, Language Travel Consultant from LanguageCourse.Net - Dec 04, 2023
  • Yes. The school offers pickup from Duesseldorf International Airport (160 €), Cologne Bonn Airport (80 €)
  • Depending on the chosen course, the maximum number of students at Tandem varies from 12 students (IntensivePLUS) to 12 students (IntensivePLUS)
  • 95% of teachers at TANDEM Köln hold a university degree. 5% hold a recognized language teaching certificate.
  • The highest Nationality percentage at TANDEM Köln comes from Turkey with a 12% representation, followed by students from Switzerland (10%) and Spain (9%).
  • Yes, there is an exclusive discount that only applies when booking online here.
  • TANDEM Köln offers courses from 16 years to 99. Average age is 22 during the summer and 24 for the rest of the year.

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