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Covent Garden, London, UK, WC2B 5LQ

About School

Rating :
4.1
Accreditations :
British council (British Council)
English UK (English UK)
Young Learners English UK (Young Learners English UK)
No. of classrooms :
52
School Description :
International House London is in Covent Garden, close to attractions like the British Museum and Royal Opera House. Getting Around: The school is a short walk from Holborn and Tottenham Court Road stations, with easy access to public transport. Courses: Offers General English, Cambridge Exam Prep, Business English, IELTS Prep, and one-to-one lessons for students 16+. Social and Cultural: Weekly social activities include visits to Sky Garden, Harrods, and Hyde Park, plus other city events.
School facilities :
The school features a cafeteria, computer lab, library, and snack vending machines. Students enjoy free after-class software, a lounge, self-study areas, and Wi-Fi. Services include career guidance, ticket assistance, and transportation help, with smoking zones outdoors.
School opening dates :
All year
Public holidays :
This Year Holidays (2026)
Next Year Holidays (2027)

All courses

General English

Category :
General English
Duration :
1-4 weeks
Min Age:
16 years
Levels :
B1,B2,C1
Start Date :
Every Monday
Time :
Description :

Category :
General English
Duration :
1-4 weeks
Min Age:
16 years
Levels :
A2, B1,B2,C1
Start Date :
Every Monday
Time :
Description :

Category :
General English
Duration :
1-8 weeks
Min Age:
16 years
Levels :
B1,B2,C1
Start Date :
5 March, 4 June, 24 September 2025
Time :
Description :

Category :
General English
Duration :
1-52 weeks
Min Age:
16 years
Levels :
A2,B1,B2,C1,C2
Start Date :
Every Monday
Time :
Afternoon 13:15 - 15:15
Description :
Studying alongside international students, you’ll join practical and engaging lessons designed to develop your communication skills. The hours allow for lots of time to relax and explore the local London area before or after class. Focusing on speaking, reading, listening and writing you will: Learn how to communicate with confidence and greater fluency Develop your grammar and vocabulary Improve your practical English by joining regular social programme activities, including the Conversation Club Attend individual tutorials with your teacher to help achieve your learning goals Access a range of motivating materials to help you learn, including the school´s Student Portal Receive adapted course content suitable for your needs and ability

Category :
General English
Duration :
1-52 weeks
Min Age:
16 years
Levels :
A2,B1,B2,C1,C2
Start Date :
Every Monday
Time :
Morning : 9:00 - 12:00
Description :
Studying alongside international students, you’ll join practical and engaging lessons designed to develop your communication skills. The hours allow for lots of time to relax and explore the local London area before or after class. Focusing on speaking, reading, listening and writing you will: Learn how to communicate with confidence and greater fluency Develop your grammar and vocabulary Improve your practical English by joining regular social programme activities, including the Conversation Club Attend individual tutorials with your teacher to help achieve your learning goals Access a range of motivating materials to help you learn, including the school´s Student Portal Receive adapted course content suitable for your needs and ability

Category :
General English
Duration :
1-52 weeks
Min Age:
16 years
Levels :
A2,B1,B2,C1,C2
Start Date :
Every Monday
Time :
Afternoon 13:15 - 15:15
Description :
Studying alongside international students, you’ll join practical and engaging lessons designed to develop your communication skills. Focusing on speaking, reading, listening and writing you will: Learn how to communicate with confidence and greater fluency Develop your grammar and vocabulary Improve your practical English by joining regular social programme activities, including the Conversation Club Attend individual tutorials with your teacher to help achieve your learning goals Access a range of motivating materials to help you learn, including the school´s Student Portal Receive adapted course content suitable for your needs and ability

Category :
General English
Duration :
1-52 weeks
Min Age:
16 years
Levels :
A2,B1,B2,C1,C2
Start Date :
Every Monday
Time :
Morning : 9:00 - 12:00
Description :
Studying alongside international students, you’ll join practical and engaging lessons designed to develop your communication skills. Focusing on speaking, reading, listening and writing you will: Learn how to communicate with confidence and greater fluency Develop your grammar and vocabulary Improve your practical English by joining regular social programme activities, including the Conversation Club Attend individual tutorials with your teacher to help achieve your learning goals Access a range of motivating materials to help you learn, including the school´s Student Portal Receive adapted course content suitable for your needs and ability

Category :
General English
Duration :
1-52 weeks
Min Age:
30 years
Levels :
B1,B2,C1,C2
Start Date :
06 Jan 2025, 13 Jan 2025, 20 Jan 2025, 27 Jan 2025, 03 Feb 2025, 10 Feb 2025, 19 May 2025, 26 May 20
Time :
Morning : 9:00 - 12:00
Description :
This course is designed for international adults aged 30 and over, who want to learn or improve their English, while exploring London and making new friends from all over the world. Lessons take place on the top floors of the school and you’ll have special access to the Executive Centre coffee lounge with its panoramic views of London. Lessons are based on a range of relevant and motivating material with a focus on speaking and communication. Lessons will include a focus on: Topics such as travel, transport, food, culture, shopping, city life and current news. Language for asking for information, giving opinions, joining a discussion Vocabulary on a wide variety of topics to improve your confidence Reading a range of texts including news articles, tourism and subjects of everyday interest Listening to authentic texts to improve live listening skills Writing skills such as posting online reviews in English

Category :
General English
Duration :
1-52 weeks
Min Age:
16 years
Levels :
A2,B1,B2,C1,C2
Start Date :
Every Monday
Time :
Morning : 9:00 - 12:00
Afternoon 13:15 - 15:15
Description :
Studying alongside international students, you’ll join practical and engaging lessons designed to develop your communication skills. Focusing on speaking, reading, listening and writing you will: Learn how to communicate with confidence and greater fluency Develop your grammar and vocabulary Improve your practical English by joining regular social programme activities, including the Conversation Club Attend individual tutorials with your teacher to help achieve your learning goals Access a range of motivating materials to help you learn, including the school´s Student Portal Receive adapted course content suitable for your needs and ability
Exam Preparation

Category :
Exam Preparation
Duration :
1-4 weeks
Min Age:
16 years
Levels :
B1,B2,C1,C2
Start Date :
7 January, 4 February, 4 March, 1 & 29 April, 3 June, 2 July, 5 August, 2 & 30 September, 28 October
Time :
Description :

Category :
Exam Preparation
Min Weeks :
1 weeks
Min Age:
16 years
Levels :
B2,C1,C2
Start Date :
06 Jan 2025, 03 Feb 2025, 03 Mar 2025, 07 Apr 2025, 12 May 2025, 02 Jun 2025, 07 Jul 2025, 11 Aug 20
Time :
Morning : 9:00 - 12:00
Afternoon 13:15 - 15:15
Description :
This course is ideal for students who will take the IELTS exam soon and want a short course to boost their skills and technique to achieve their best score.

Category :
Exam Preparation
Min Weeks :
1 weeks
Min Age:
16 years
Levels :
B1,B2,C1,C2
Start Date :
20 Jan 2025, 17 Feb 2025, 17 Mar 2025, 31 Mar 2025, 19 May 2025, 16 Jun 2025, 14 Jul 2025, 22 Sep 20
Time :
Morning : 9:00 - 12:00
Afternoon 13:00 - 16:00
Description :
The course is designed to help you improve your practical use of English for medicine. Focussing on the communicative approach, you will build your confidence in spoken and written communication whilst learning strategies which are directly applicable to passing the OET exam.

Category :
Exam Preparation
Duration :
1-10 weeks
Min Age:
16 years
Levels :
B2,C1,C2
Start Date :
7 January, 25 March, 10 June, 7 October 2025
Time :
Description :

Category :
Exam Preparation
Duration :
1-10 weeks
Min Age:
16 years
Levels :
C2
Start Date :
1 April, 7 October 2025
Time :
Description :

Category :
Exam Preparation
Duration :
1-10 weeks
Min Age:
16 years
Levels :
C1,C2
Start Date :
14 January, 25 March, 17 June, 7 October 2025
Time :
Description :

Category :
Exam Preparation
Duration :
4-24 weeks
Min Age:
16 years
Levels :
B1,B2,C1,C2
Start Date :
06 Jan 2025, 03 Feb 2025, 03 Mar 2025, 31 Mar 2025, 28 Apr 2025, 02 Jun 2025, 30 Jun 2025, 28 Jul 20
Time :
Morning : 9:00 - 12:00
Description :
This course prepares students for the IELTS exam. You will learn expert techniques needed to move you up the IELTS scale before you take the test. IELTS classes run at differing levels ensuring you study according to your ability and pace. You may be asked to complete a pre-course entrance test in order to place you in the correct class.

Category :
Exam Preparation
Duration :
4-24 weeks
Min Age:
16 years
Levels :
B1,B2,C1,C2
Start Date :
06 Jan 2025, 03 Feb 2025, 03 Mar 2025, 31 Mar 2025, 28 Apr 2025, 02 Jun 2025, 30 Jun 2025, 28 Jul 20
Time :
Morning : 9:00 - 12:00
Afternoon 12:15 - 16:15
Description :
This course combines IELTS test preparation with extra Special Focus lessons on skills specific to the IELTS test: speaking, listening, reading, writing and vocabulary. You will learn expert techniques needed to move you up the IELTS scale before you take the test. IELTS classes run at differing levels ensuring you study according to your ability and pace. You may be asked to complete a pre-course entrance test in order to place you in the correct class.

Category :
Exam Preparation
Min Weeks :
4 weeks
Min Age:
16 years
Levels :
B2,C1,C2
Start Date :
6 January, 27 May 2025
Time :
Morning : 9:00 - 12:00
Afternoon 13:30 - 16:30
Description :
This intensive course focuses on the skills and language needed for the Cambridge B2 First (FCE) exam. It covers exam techniques and test taking strategies, including full exam practice. The Cambridge B2 First exam can be pre-booked along with the course (without a given test date) at a lower rate: GBP 176. Standard exam rate for the B2 First exam is GBP 215. Studying a Cambridge examination course will best prepare you for a qualification that shows you have the language skills needed to communicate confidently in an English-speaking environment.

Category :
Exam Preparation
Min Weeks :
8 weeks
Min Age:
16 years
Levels :
C2
Start Date :
6 January, 17 March, 20 October 2025
Time :
Morning : 12:15 - 13:10
Afternoon 13:15 - 16:15
Description :
The Cambridge C1 Advanced exam can be pre-booked along with the course (without a given test date) at a lower rate: GBP 180. Standard exam rate for the C1 Advanced exam is GBP 220. Studying on a Cambridge examination course will best prepare you for a qualification that shows you have the language skills needed to communicate confidently in an English-speaking environment. You will sit a pre course entrance test which will determine the most suitable course level for you.

Category :
Exam Preparation
Min Weeks :
8 weeks
Min Age:
16 years
Levels :
C1,C2
Start Date :
13 Jan 2025, 17 Mar 2025, 12 May 2025, 20 Oct 2025
Time :
Morning : 12:15 - 13:10
Afternoon 13:15 - 16:15
Description :
The Cambridge C1 Advanced exam can be pre-booked along with the course (without a given test date) at a lower rate: GBP 180. Standard exam rate for the C1 Advanced exam is GBP 220. Studying on a Cambridge examination course will best prepare you for a qualification that shows you have the language skills needed to communicate confidently in an English-speaking environment. You will sit a pre course entrance test which will determine the most suitable course level for you.

Category :
Exam Preparation
Min Weeks :
8 weeks
Min Age:
16 years
Levels :
B2,C1,C2
Start Date :
06 Jan 2025, 24 Mar 2025, 27 May 2025, 20 Oct 2025
Time :
Morning : 12:15 - 13:10
Afternoon 13:15 - 16:15
Description :
This course focuses on the skills and language needed for the Cambridge B2 First (FCE) exam. It covers exam techniques and test taking strategies, including full exam practice. The Cambridge B2 First exam can be pre-booked along with the course (without a given test date) at a lower rate: GBP 176. Standard exam rate for the B2 First exam is GBP 215. Studying a Cambridge examination course will best prepare you for a qualification that shows you have the language skills needed to communicate confidently in an English-speaking environment.

Category :
Exam Preparation
Duration :
16-24 weeks
Min Age:
16 years
Levels :
A2, B1,B2,C1,C2
Start Date :
06 Jan 2025, 03 Feb 2025, 03 Mar 2025, 31 Mar 2025, 28 Apr 2025, 02 Jun 2025, 30 Jun 2025, 28 Jul 20
Time :
Morning : 9:00 - 12:00
Description :
Get ready for your exam with our IELTS Study & Test Packages for A2, B1 & B2-level students. Enhance your English language skills through our General English classes, acquire exam strategies and academic language in an IELTS Preparation course, address specific language challenges in four personalised one-hour sessions, and finally sit for your IELTS exam right here at IH London.

Category :
Exam Preparation
Duration :
16-24 weeks
Min Age:
16 years
Levels :
A2,B1,B2,C1,C2
Start Date :
06 Jan 2025, 03 Feb 2025, 03 Mar 2025, 31 Mar 2025, 28 Apr 2025, 02 Jun 2025, 30 Jun 2025, 28 Jul 20
Time :
Morning : 9:00 - 12:00
Afternoon 12:15 - 13:10
Description :
This course combines IELTS test preparation with extra Special Focus lessons on skills specific to the IELTS test: speaking, listening, reading, writing and vocabulary. You will learn expert techniques needed to move you up the IELTS scale before you take the test. IELTS classes run at differing levels ensuring you study according to your ability and pace. You may be asked to complete a pre-course entrance test in order to place you in the correct class.

Accommodation

Live with an English-speaking host in their home and be welcomed as part of the family. Speak English over meal times and immerse yourself in British culture. Homestays offer the most cost-effective way to stay in London. Families are selected and regularly visited by the school´s staff and are fully compliant with all legal requirements. Homestays provide a wonderful cultural experience: a home from home.
Distance from school :
50 minutes by public transport.
Available dates :
NULL
Check-in :
Sunday
Check-out :
Sunday
Minimum Age :
16

Live with an English-speaking host in their home and be welcomed as part of the family. Speak English over meal times and immerse yourself in British culture. Homestays offer the most cost-effective way to stay in London. Families are selected and regularly visited by the school´s staff and are fully compliant with all legal requirements. Homestays provide a wonderful cultural experience: a home from home.
Distance from school :
50 minutes by public transport.
Available dates :
NULL
Check-in :
Sunday
Check-out :
Sunday
Minimum Age :
16

Live with an English-speaking host in their home and be welcomed as part of the family. Speak English over meal times and immerse yourself in British culture. Homestays offer the most cost-effective way to stay in London. Families are selected and regularly visited by the school´s staff and are fully compliant with all legal requirements. Homestays provide a wonderful cultural experience: a home from home.
Distance from school :
50 minutes by public transport.
Available dates :
NULL
Check-in :
Sunday
Check-out :
Sunday
Minimum Age :
16

Live with an English-speaking host in their home and be welcomed as part of the family. Speak English over meal times and immerse yourself in British culture. Homestays offer the most cost-effective way to stay in London. Families are selected and regularly visited by the school´s staff and are fully compliant with all legal requirements. Homestays provide a wonderful cultural experience: a home from home.
Distance from school :
50 minutes by public transport.
Available dates :
NULL
Check-in :
Sunday
Check-out :
Sunday
Minimum Age :
16

Live with an English-speaking host in their home and be welcomed as part of the family. Speak English over meal times and immerse yourself in British culture. Homestays offer the most cost-effective way to stay in London. Families are selected and regularly visited by the school´s staff and are fully compliant with all legal requirements. Homestays provide a wonderful cultural experience: a home from home.
Distance from school :
50 minutes by public transport.
Available dates :
NULL
Check-in :
Sunday
Check-out :
Sunday
Minimum Age :
16

Live with an English-speaking host in their home and be welcomed as part of the family. Speak English over meal times and immerse yourself in British culture. Homestays offer the most cost-effective way to stay in London. Families are selected and regularly visited by the school´s staff and are fully compliant with all legal requirements. Homestays provide a wonderful cultural experience: a home from home.
Distance from school :
50 minutes by public transport.
Available dates :
NULL
Check-in :
Sunday
Check-out :
Sunday
Minimum Age :
16

Live with an English-speaking host in their home and be welcomed as part of the family. Speak English over meal times and immerse yourself in British culture. Homestays offer the most cost-effective way to stay in London. Families are selected and regularly visited by the school´s staff and are fully compliant with all legal requirements. Homestays provide a wonderful cultural experience: a home from home.
Distance from school :
50 minutes by public transport.
Available dates :
NULL
Check-in :
Sunday
Check-out :
Sunday
Minimum Age :
16

Live with an English-speaking host in their home and be welcomed as part of the family. Speak English over meal times and immerse yourself in British culture. Homestays offer the most cost-effective way to stay in London. Families are selected and regularly visited by the school´s staff and are fully compliant with all legal requirements. Homestays provide a wonderful cultural experience: a home from home.
Distance from school :
50 minutes by public transport.
Available dates :
NULL
Check-in :
Sunday
Check-out :
Sunday
Minimum Age :
16

Live with an English-speaking host in their home and be welcomed as part of the family. Speak English over meal times and immerse yourself in British culture. Homestays offer the most cost-effective way to stay in London. Families are selected and regularly visited by the school´s staff and are fully compliant with all legal requirements. Homestays provide a wonderful cultural experience: a home from home.
Distance from school :
50 minutes by public transport.
Available dates :
NULL
Check-in :
Sunday
Check-out :
Sunday
Minimum Age :
16

Live with an English-speaking host in their home and be welcomed as part of the family. Speak English over meal times and immerse yourself in British culture. Homestays offer the most cost-effective way to stay in London. Families are selected and regularly visited by the school´s staff and are fully compliant with all legal requirements. Homestays provide a wonderful cultural experience: a home from home.
Distance from school :
50 minutes by public transport.
Available dates :
NULL
Check-in :
Sunday
Check-out :
Sunday
Minimum Age :
16

Live with an English-speaking host in their home and be welcomed as part of the family. Speak English over meal times and immerse yourself in British culture. Homestays offer the most cost-effective way to stay in London. Families are selected and regularly visited by the school´s staff and are fully compliant with all legal requirements. Homestays provide a wonderful cultural experience: a home from home.
Distance from school :
50 minutes by public transport.
Available dates :
NULL
Check-in :
Sunday
Check-out :
Sunday
Minimum Age :
16

Live with an English-speaking host in their home and be welcomed as part of the family. Speak English over meal times and immerse yourself in British culture. Homestays offer the most cost-effective way to stay in London. Families are selected and regularly visited by the school´s staff and are fully compliant with all legal requirements. Homestays provide a wonderful cultural experience: a home from home.
Distance from school :
50 minutes by public transport.
Available dates :
NULL
Check-in :
Sunday
Check-out :
Sunday
Minimum Age :
16

Live with an English-speaking host in their home and be welcomed as part of the family. Speak English over meal times and immerse yourself in British culture. Homestays offer the most cost-effective way to stay in London. Families are selected and regularly visited by the school´s staff and are fully compliant with all legal requirements. Homestays provide a wonderful cultural experience: a home from home.
Distance from school :
50 minutes by public transport.
Available dates :
NULL
Check-in :
Sunday
Check-out :
Sunday
Minimum Age :
16

Live with an English-speaking host in their home and be welcomed as part of the family. Speak English over meal times and immerse yourself in British culture. Homestays offer the most cost-effective way to stay in London. Families are selected and regularly visited by the school´s staff and are fully compliant with all legal requirements. Homestays provide a wonderful cultural experience: a home from home.
Distance from school :
50 minutes by public transport.
Available dates :
NULL
Check-in :
Sunday
Check-out :
Sunday
Minimum Age :
16

Live with an English-speaking host in their home and be welcomed as part of the family. Speak English over meal times and immerse yourself in British culture. Homestays offer the most cost-effective way to stay in London. Families are selected and regularly visited by the school´s staff and are fully compliant with all legal requirements. Homestays provide a wonderful cultural experience: a home from home.
Distance from school :
50 minutes by public transport.
Available dates :
NULL
Check-in :
Sunday
Check-out :
Sunday
Minimum Age :
16

Live with an English-speaking host in their home and be welcomed as part of the family. Speak English over meal times and immerse yourself in British culture. Homestays offer the most cost-effective way to stay in London. Families are selected and regularly visited by the school´s staff and are fully compliant with all legal requirements. Homestays provide a wonderful cultural experience: a home from home.
Distance from school :
50 minutes by public transport.
Available dates :
NULL
Check-in :
Sunday
Check-out :
Sunday
Minimum Age :
16

Live with an English-speaking host in their home and be welcomed as part of the family. Speak English over meal times and immerse yourself in British culture. Homestays offer the most cost-effective way to stay in London. Families are selected and regularly visited by the school´s staff and are fully compliant with all legal requirements. Homestays provide a wonderful cultural experience: a home from home.
Distance from school :
50 minutes by public transport.
Available dates :
NULL
Check-in :
Sunday
Check-out :
Sunday
Minimum Age :
16

Live with an English-speaking host in their home and be welcomed as part of the family. Speak English over meal times and immerse yourself in British culture. Homestays offer the most cost-effective way to stay in London. Families are selected and regularly visited by the school´s staff and are fully compliant with all legal requirements. Homestays provide a wonderful cultural experience: a home from home.
Distance from school :
50 minutes by public transport.
Available dates :
NULL
Check-in :
Sunday
Check-out :
Sunday
Minimum Age :
16

Live with an English-speaking host in their home and be welcomed as part of the family. Speak English over meal times and immerse yourself in British culture. Homestays offer the most cost-effective way to stay in London. Families are selected and regularly visited by the school´s staff and are fully compliant with all legal requirements. Homestays provide a wonderful cultural experience: a home from home.
Distance from school :
30 minutes by public transport.
Available dates :
NULL
Check-in :
Sunday
Check-out :
Sunday
Minimum Age :
19

Live with an English-speaking host in their home and be welcomed as part of the family. Speak English over meal times and immerse yourself in British culture. Homestays offer the most cost-effective way to stay in London. Families are selected and regularly visited by the school´s staff and are fully compliant with all legal requirements. Homestays provide a wonderful cultural experience: a home from home.
Distance from school :
50 minutes by public transport.
Available dates :
NULL
Check-in :
Sunday
Check-out :
Sunday
Minimum Age :
16

Live with an English-speaking host in their home and be welcomed as part of the family. Speak English over meal times and immerse yourself in British culture. Homestays offer the most cost-effective way to stay in London. Families are selected and regularly visited by the school´s staff and are fully compliant with all legal requirements. Homestays provide a wonderful cultural experience: a home from home.
Distance from school :
20 minutes by public transport.
Available dates :
NULL
Check-in :
Sunday
Check-out :
Sunday
Minimum Age :
19

Live with an English-speaking host in their home and be welcomed as part of the family. Speak English over meal times and immerse yourself in British culture. Homestays offer the most cost-effective way to stay in London. Families are selected and regularly visited by the school´s staff and are fully compliant with all legal requirements. Homestays provide a wonderful cultural experience: a home from home.
Distance from school :
30 minutes by public transport.
Available dates :
NULL
Check-in :
Sunday
Check-out :
Sunday
Minimum Age :
19

Map

School location :
Covent Garden, , London, UK, WC2B 5LQ
UK

Price Panel

No. of students
Course
Weeks
Start date
Course Fee £ 0.00
Registration Fee £ 98
Accommodation
Accommodation fee £ 120.00
Airport transfer
Airport transfer fee £ 0.00
Total Fee £ 370.00
Course material not included