English Language Schools in Cape Town

This course consists of 20 general English lessons and 10 special focus lessons per week. The student can choose from the following options: speaking with confidence, real-life listening, expand your vocabulary, and global awareness.

This course is designed to help develop fluency and accuracy across all the 4 core language skills. There are a wide variety of extras to maximise your practice time, with activities including lectures, a pronunciation clinic, conversation class, and a reading workshop.

This course consists of 20 general English lessons and 10 English in the city lessons per week. These 10 lessons per week are focused around learning more about the city you are learning English in. You will learn about the art and culture and focus on how the locals use the language. Depending on the available timetable, students enrolled in this course will be taken outside the classroom 1 or 2 times per week. There will be assessments throughout the course which take place both in the classroom and through assignments. Additionally, there will be 5 weekly progress test, 5 weekly tutorials and an exit test. Students will receive a certificate on completion in recognition of the skills they have learnt.

This is a preparation course for the CAE exam. The course price does not include the exam fee.

This is a preparation course for the FCE exam. The course price does not include the exam fee.

This is a preparation course for the IELTS exam. The course price does not include the exam fee.

This course consists of 20 general English lessons and 10 English for work lessons per week. These 10 lessons focus on teaching the student skills for working in an English-speaking environment. This includes negotiations, management, HR, branding, promotional strategies, project management, business ethics, giving presentations, and preparing for interviews. There will be assessments throughout the course which take place both in the classroom and through assignments. Additionally, there will be 5 weekly progress tests, 5 weekly tutorials and progress reports, and an exit test.

This course includes language lessons and an internship. Internship duration is 4 weeks to 6 months.

This course includes language lessons and a 2 day safari.

This is a preparation course for the IELTS exam. The course price does not include the exam fee.

This is a preparation course for the CAE exam. The course price does not include the exam fee.

This is a preparation course for the FCE exam. The course price does not include the exam fee.

This course is designed to help develop fluency and accuracy across all the 4 core language skills. There are a wide variety of extras to maximise your practice time, with activities including lectures, a pronunciation clinic, conversation class, and a reading workshop.

This intensive course is an initial qualification for people with little or no previous teaching experience.

Package includes: - 16 General English lessons per week. - Homestay-Plus including double room with private bathroom, breakfast and dinner. (Single room supplement of EUR 185). - 6 half-day excursions, one township dinner, 3.5 day Garden Route tour (accommodation at selected 3-star hotels, including breakfast and dinner).

20 General English group lessons and 10 private lessons.

Classes: Monday to Thursday.

20 General English group lessons and 5 private lessons.

It includes 20 lessons General English and 10 lessons English for Work.
It includes 20 lessons General English and 10 lessons of English for Work.

Derzhavin Institute is situated in the beautiful and culturally rich city of St. Petersburg, Russia. The school is located in the historic centre of St Petersburg, surrounded by schools, shops and supermarkets, on the banks of the Fontanka River. With excellent access to train and bus routes from the school, students can find many of the cities palaces, parks and attractions only a short train ride away. The school offers courses to students of all levels, starting from absolute beginners up to fully proficient. Students can take Standard Group courses in conjunction with additional Grammar or Speaking modules, according to their needs and preferences. Private lessons are available with Business Russian, Russian for the Tourism Industry and an Internship programme, also amongst the diverse programmes available at the Derzhavin Institute. TRKI Preparation courses are also available throughout the year. Accommodation is readily available through the school with excellent options in Homestays with local families, Shared flats and in Studio Guest Houses provided all year round. Many options are within walking distance of the school, ensuring students are comfortable throughout their time in St. Petersburg. A Student Support Desk is also available for any questions, queries or concerns that may arise. Social programmes including visits to the most popular museums, parties, city tours, crafts and creativity events and lectures on the Russian language and Culture, make sure that students get the most out of their time in the stunning city of St. Petersburg.
Timetable: - Tuesday and Thursday: 18:00 - 20:00. - Saturday: 9:00 - 15:30 Applicants can realistically expect to put in 180 additional learning hours for pre-course preparation, reading, research, assignment writing, lesson preparation and record keeping as these tasks happen outside of course hours. Please be aware that the course is demanding.

This is a preparation course for the TOEFL exam.

This is a preparation course for the IELTS exam.

Focus Group takes place on 2 afternoons

Starting dates: - 9 week course: 04 Jan, 27 Sep. - 10 week course: 29 Mar. Students starting on 27 September and 29 March require an extra week of accommodation for the exam.

This is a preparation course for the Cambridge exams.
Students starting on 29 March require an extra week of accommodation for the exam.

Starting dates: - 9 week course: 04 Jan. - 10 week course: 29 Mar, 04 Sep.

Private lessons are ideal for students who want to progress faster or have specific learning needs.
Time table is flexible, most private lessons are taken in the morning

If there are only 1 or 2 students per class, a supplement of EUR 100 will be applied.

General English in the morning + Business English in the afternoon.

If there are only 1 or 2 students per class, a supplement of EUR 100 will be applied.

If there are only 1 or 2 students per class, a supplement of EUR 100 will be applied.

If there are only 1 or 2 students per class, a supplement of EUR 100 will be applied.

This course consists of the 15 hours Standard English (with PSP) in the morning and 8 hours of English for Secretaries and Administrative Staff. Starting dates are on request. Suitable for administrative personnel.

This course covers a range of subjects associated with flying and the Aviation Industry. Not only pilots and air traffic controllers will find the course useful for improving their Standard English, but anyone working in aviation ground staff will as well.
It is a combination of the Standard English course in the morning, Monday to Friday, and Aviation focused classes Monday to Thursday in the afternoon.

This course includes 15 general language lessons and 8 exam preparation lessons per week. Exam fee not included.

This course includes 15 general language lessons and 8 exam preparation lessons per week. Exam fee not included.

The course consists of 15 hours of Standard course and 8 hours of English for Engineers. Starting dates are on request. The course is for Engineers or technicians who work on oil rigs, gas fields as well as all personnel employed in the Petrochemical and broader Energy sector. This also includes those who work in workshops, laboratories, support offices and general transportation.

Students will be required to put in extra time after class hours in order to prepare lesson plans and work on assignments.

Includes Standard English lessons in the morning and English for Life lessons in the afternoon.

The core syllabus of Business English focuses on 3 main business functions – presentations, meetings, and social exchanges. The syllabus covers the key areas of telephoning, formal and informal meetings, presentations, negotiations, business writing and socialising within the work environment.

The course consists of 15 hours Standard course lessons and 8 hours of English for Nursing and Healthcare. Suitable for medical personnel, nurses and all medical practitioners.

This is a package of 5 private lessons per week.

IELTS exam can be taken monthly in Cape Town with the British Council, subject to availability. Exam fees not included.

The course takes place on 2 afternoons per week from Monday to Thursday. Friday afternoon is off.

Afternoon classes take place from Monday to Thursday. Friday afternoon is off.

This option includes 20 language lessons in the morning plus 10 language excursions over 3 afternoons each week.

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.

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.

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.

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 a course like Pronunciation English or Business Plus to steer your new skills towards an area which is suited to your specific needs.

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.

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.

This course is designed to take place over 5 day trips with one hour structured lesson per day and the remainder of the day will be unstructured practise with your teacher and a registered tour guide. You will travel along the Garden Route between Cape Town and Port Elizabeth. Included in this course is; accommodation, breakfast, dinner and activities. Activities may include bungee jumping, zip-lining, walking with elephants to name a few. It is a circular route where you will depart and return to LAL Cape Town. The itinerary is as follows:
Day 1: Cape Town to Sedgefield via Hermanus.
Day 2: Oudtshoorn Day Trip.
Day 3: Sedgefield to Jeffreys Bay.
Day 4: Jeffreys Bay – Addo National Park – Sedgefield.
Day 5: Sedgefield to Cape Town

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 big wide world. 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 really come explore their learning in English.

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.

This course will steer the student towards a successful start to studying at a higher educational level. Components of the course include authentic texts and projects to help you improve your reading, writing, listening, speaking, vocabulary and grammar within an academic context. These are essential skills needed to accomplish a high level degree in any higher educational establishment.

20 lessons of General English + 10 afternoon lessons in a mini group meaning this smaller group course will allow the teacher to mold their lesson plan to fit with the needs of all the students and enable them to gave more time to each individual. The content of the course will remain in line with the General English course.