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One-to-One (4 lessons per week)

EC English Language Schools: Cape Town 30+

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Course description

One-to-One tuition is the ultimate course for making maximum progress during a short period of time. This is an intensive course which is 100% focused on your English language needs and designed by your teachers to meet your requirements.

One-to-One is the most flexible and personal course available.You'll get more out of this course if:

- You wish to improve your level significantly in a short time.
- You want to have targeted learning in areas of weakness or areas where you are lacking confidence.
- You feel you would benefit from uninterrupted teacher attention.
- You want to build a one on one relationship with an experienced teacher.

You can combine One-to-One tuition with a group course. This gives you the advantage of the interaction of a group in the morning and individually tailored tuition in the afternoon. This is a great way of accelerating your progress.

Maximum flexibility

Feel free to go 'off topic'. A one-to-one lesson is designed for you, by you. Set your own goals for the lesson and one of our friendly English teachers will help you reach them. The flexibility of our teachers allows you to choose the English that you want to learn.

Individual focus

A private English lesson means personalised attention to you - you will receive your teachers undivided attention, receive guidance and feedback that is specific to you and your goals.

Tailored to your needs

Spending so much direct time in contact with your teacher means that he/she will know exactly which areas of your English you need to improve. Working together you will reach your English goal. That's the benefit of such a high level of personalised attention.

Please note that the first day is mainly focused on pre-test and orientation. This is the timetable of the student:

08:30 - Student arrival and check-in
09:00 - Placement test and interviews
11:00 - Welcome breakfast and orientation with various EC staff members
12:00 - Welcome tour of school neighbourhood

Students taking courses with 20 or 24 lessons per week will not have class on the first day due to orientation, while those taking courses with 30 lessons per week will have two classes in the afternoon on the first day after orientation.

Course topics

Students learn through context and real situations that help them to learn in a natural way. Teachers supply new topics daily, and utilize textbooks, authentic materials and resources, including newspapers, videos and the internet, to show and teach English in an everyday context.

Class schedule

Course duration
1-52 weeks
Start dates
Every Monday
Classes per week
4 lessons per week (each lesson lasts 60 min)
Class days
Monday - Friday
School holidays
25 Dec 2024, 26 Dec 2024, 01 Jan 2025, 21 Mar 2025, 18 Apr 2025, 21 Apr 2025, 28 Apr 2025, 01 May 2025, 16 Jun 2025, 24 Sep 2025, 16 Dec 2025, 25 Dec 2025, 26 Dec 2025

EC Cape Town 30+ does not hold classes on the holiday dates above. The school does not compensate for these holidays, so make sure to choose your start date accordingly.

Class times

Morning session
09:00 AM - 10:30 AM
Break
10:30 AM - 11:00 AM
Morning session
11:00 AM - 12:30 PM
Break
12:30 PM - 01:30 PM
Activity
01:30 PM - 03:00 PM

Class schedule may change depending on availability and season.

Class level

All levels, beginner to advanced
You will take a placement test on your first day to determine your class level. You may also take this test before your arrival in Cape Town.

Class size

Average 1 student
Maximum 1 student

Student age

Age range 30 years old and older

Certificate

A certificate of completion will be issued at the end of the course.
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School description

Wine tasting, safaris, food markets, hiking, diving with sharks, safari – there’s so much going on in Cape Town all year round! With its great climate and time zone in line with much of Europe, this is a great place to head to for those who also need to work – if you can find time to fit it in! The school has a great track record for professionals adding volunteering to their CV too. Check it the opportunities available!

Centre Information
Launched: 2024
Centre capacity: 180
Classrooms: 12
Minimum age: 30
Students per class: Average 12 (Max. 15)

Location
Located in the Central Business District
The school is in an historical heritage building
10- minute walk to the V&A Waterfront
10-minute walk to Greenmarket Square and the restaurant and retail hubs of Long and Bree Streets
5-minute walk to the public transport links
5-minute walk to the Cape Town Stadium Fan Walk

Year opened
2023
Number of classrooms
12

Accreditations

Facilities

  • Library
  • Social Activities
  • Cultural Trips
  • TV Room
  • Elevators
  • Wheelchair access
  • Eating Area
  • Free Internet
  • Wireless Internet
  • Computers
  • After-Class Seminars
  • Studying Area

Teacher qualifications

Native English speakers
All
Teachers with English teaching certification
All
Teachers with college degrees
All

Nationality and age mix

The nationality and age mix at EC English Language Schools: Cape Town 30+ varies over different time periods, courses and levels.

School holidays

EC Cape Town 30+ does not hold classes on the holiday dates below. The school does not compensate for these holidays, so make sure to choose your start date accordingly.

Open dates
Year round
School holidays
25 Dec 2024, 26 Dec 2024, 01 Jan 2025, 21 Mar 2025, 18 Apr 2025, 21 Apr 2025, 28 Apr 2025, 01 May 2025, 16 Jun 2025, 24 Sep 2025, 16 Dec 2025, 25 Dec 2025, 26 Dec 2025

School location

With a brand new designer finished school, in the heart of the city, EC Cape Town is just a few streets away from all the action of famous Long Street. The school is warm and welcoming with fantastic facilities and situated in a beautifully renovated heritage building.

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Housing

EC Cape Town 30+ offers the following housing types:
homestay

Homestay - Single room, half board

£ 226
weekly
Age range: 30 years old and older
Housing type: Homestay
Room type: Single-person room
Board type: Breakfast and dinner (14 meals per week)
Distance to school: 15 - 30 minutes by bus
Availability: January - December
Check-in: Saturday, anytime
Check-out: Saturday, anytime
£ 226
Cape Town - Homestay
In a homestay, you will have all the support and safety of home-life along with all the comforts and conveniences that go with it.

You will live as your host family live, so it's a great way to experience Cape Town culture. The big advantage of a homestay is the chance to talk to your host family in English, and in a very natural way outside school!

Twin rooms must be booked by two students travelling together.

Distance to school: depending upon location, from a 10 minute walk to a 30 minute bus journey.

Accommodation arrival day: Saturday

Accommodation departure day: Saturday
student-residence

Dorp Street Residence - Single room, shared bathroom, breakfast (no meals on weekend)

£ 226
weekly
Age range: 30 years old and older
Address: 14 Dorp street, Cape Town, Cape Town 8001, South Africa
Housing type: Student residence
Room type: Single-person room
Board type: Breakfast (5 meals per week)
Facilities: Kitchen, laundry, wireless internet, free internet, and heating
Distance to school: 10 minutes by walk
Availability: January - December
Check-in: Saturday, anytime
Check-out: Saturday, anytime
£ 226
Description of Local Area
Dorp Street House is located in the heart of the CBD. It is within walking distance of well-known, trendy Long Street, which has restaurants, cafes, pubs and clubs. The house has a warm, welcoming feel to it and there is a living room that is quite cosy where students are able to relax, watch tv or play board games. There is a fully equipped kitchen to which students have access, and a restaurant onsite. The house is an ideal base from which you can experience Cape Town at its very best. The Company Gardens and the South African Museum are also just a few streets away and many other tourist attractions such as Table Mountain or the V&A Waterfront are also close by.

Description of Accommodation
The house has an antique theme to it, and the décor in the common areas will definitely make anyone feel quite nostalgic! There are 15 beds in total, made up of single and shared rooms. Each room has good lighting and a desk for studying. Some of the rooms lead out onto a balcony area where you can have a breath of fresh air or have a view of Table Mountain. Rooms and bed linen are changed weekly. There are shared bathrooms for students and each room also has a small basin for a quick wash. The house is deep cleaned twice per week, including all communal areas. Students are responsible for keeping their own space clean and tidy. Cleaning up is especially important after you have used the kitchen for cooking. Upon arrival, the house staff will show students to their rooms, hand over keys, provide the student with the house rules and show students how to get to the EC English school. The easiest way to get to school is by walking, as the accommodation is only 1km away.

BlackBrick Foreshore Aparthotel - Single Studio room, ensuite bathroom, self catering

£ 364
weekly
Age range: 30 years old and older
Address: 6 St George’s Mall, Green Point, Cape Town, South Africa
Housing type: Student residence
Room type: Single-person room
Board type: No meals
Facilities: Private bathroom, kitchen, laundry, wireless internet, free internet, and heating
Distance to school: 5 minutes by walk
Availability: January - December
Check-in: Saturday, anytime
Check-out: Saturday, anytime
£ 364
Description of Local Area
BlackBrick is located in the Foreshore, only a 9-minute walk to EC Cape Town. It is on the main pedestrian road within the city, St George’s Mall, so is convenient to walk through the city uninterrupted by traffic. The surrounding area has a number of coffee shops and the SALT food market, as well as a fully-equipped gym. The central train and bus stations are within a 5-minute walk, and there is a bank, pharmacy and supermarket close by. It is also a 5-minute walk from Bree Street, the trendy restaurant street in the Cape Town city centre, as well as a 5-minute walk to a fast-food area of Long Street. Overall, the accommodation is very central, with the school and all necessary amenities within a 10-minute walk.

Description of Accommodation
BlackBrick offers fully private one bedroom apartments or studios with en-suite bath, a self-catering kitchen, Smart TV for streaming, free wi-fi, study desk and cupboard. The kitchen includes a small bar fridge, microwave, kettle, toaster and stove, with utensils provided. Ironing and hair-drying facilities available on request.

Miscellaneous
Full room cleaning with linen and towel change provided once a week. Common areas cleaned daily. R150/€7.50 for an extra clean.
Laundry collection service is available.
Luggage drop – off service available.
Kitchen utensils provided.
24-Hours Security and CCTV on site.
Concierge on site.
Utility bills included.
apartment

Green Point Student Apartment - Dormitory room (upto 8 peoples), shared bathroom, self catering

£ 120
weekly
Age range: 30 years old and older
Address: 153 Main Road, Green Point, Cape Town 8005, South Africa
Housing type: Shared apartment
Room type: 4-person shared room
Board type: No meals
Facilities: Kitchen, laundry, wireless internet, free internet, tV room, and heating
Distance to school: 25 - 30 minutes by walk
Availability: January - December
Check-in: Saturday, anytime
Check-out: Saturday, anytime
£ 120
Description of Local Area
The Comfort Green Point Student Residence, standing between the foot of Signal Hill and the Atlantic Ocean, is located in the metropolitan suburb of Green Point, directly opposite the Cape Town Stadium and Green Point Urban Park. Ideally and centrally situated, the residence is within close walking distance to the beachfront, Cape Town City Centre, V&A Waterfront, supermarkets, delis, bars and restaurants, a variety of sport clubs and facilities, as well as Cape Town’s LGBTQI village, de Waterkant.

Description of Accommodation
The residence has a modern, contemporary African design; well-suited to independent students wanting to travel in both comfort and style.
All rooms include a private, en-suite bathroom and private kitchenette with catering facilities: sink, stove, oven, fridge, microwave, kettle and toaster. Plates, cutlery and cups are included.
There are chill out zones, both inside and outside, across the property.
Swimming pool and braai (South African barbecue) facilities for lazy summer days and social events (currently limited due to the pandemic).

Green Point Student Apartment - Twin room, shared bathroom, self catering

£ 226
weekly
Age range: 30 years old and older
Address: 153 Main Road, Green Point, Cape Town 8005, South Africa
Housing type: Shared apartment
Room type: 2-person shared room
Board type: No meals
Facilities: Private bathroom, kitchen, laundry, wireless internet, free internet, tV room, and heating
Distance to school: 25 - 30 minutes by walk
Availability: January - December
Check-in: Saturday, anytime
Check-out: Saturday, anytime
Restriction: 2 students must book together
£ 226
Description of Local Area
The Comfort Green Point Student Residence, standing between the foot of Signal Hill and the Atlantic Ocean, is located in the metropolitan suburb of Green Point, directly opposite the Cape Town Stadium and Green Point Urban Park. Ideally and centrally situated, the residence is within close walking distance to the beachfront, Cape Town City Centre, V&A Waterfront, supermarkets, delis, bars and restaurants, a variety of sport clubs and facilities, as well as Cape Town’s LGBTQI village, de Waterkant.

Description of Accommodation
The residence has a modern, contemporary African design; well-suited to independent students wanting to travel in both comfort and style.
All rooms include a private, en-suite bathroom and private kitchenette with catering facilities: sink, stove, oven, fridge, microwave, kettle and toaster. Plates, cutlery and cups are included.
There are chill out zones, both inside and outside, across the property.
Swimming pool and braai (South African barbecue) facilities for lazy summer days and social events (currently limited due to the pandemic).

Green Point Student Apartment - Single room, ensuite bathroom, self catering

£ 417
weekly
Age range: 30 years old and older
Address: 153 Main Road, Green Point, Cape Town 8005, South Africa
Housing type: Shared apartment
Room type: Single-person room
Board type: No meals
Facilities: Private bathroom, kitchen, laundry, wireless internet, free internet, tV room, and heating
Distance to school: 25 - 30 minutes by walk
Availability: January - December
Check-in: Saturday, anytime
Check-out: Saturday, anytime
£ 417
Description of Local Area
The Comfort Green Point Student Residence, standing between the foot of Signal Hill and the Atlantic Ocean, is located in the metropolitan suburb of Green Point, directly opposite the Cape Town Stadium and Green Point Urban Park. Ideally and centrally situated, the residence is within close walking distance to the beachfront, Cape Town City Centre, V&A Waterfront, supermarkets, delis, bars and restaurants, a variety of sport clubs and facilities, as well as Cape Town’s LGBTQI village, de Waterkant.

Description of Accommodation
The residence has a modern, contemporary African design; well-suited to independent students wanting to travel in both comfort and style.
All rooms include a private, en-suite bathroom and private kitchenette with catering facilities: sink, stove, oven, fridge, microwave, kettle and toaster. Plates, cutlery and cups are included.
There are chill out zones, both inside and outside, across the property.
Swimming pool and braai (South African barbecue) facilities for lazy summer days and social events (currently limited due to the pandemic).
visa

Visa support

We cannot apply for visas on behalf of students. However, the school can supply you with all the documentation you need to support your visa application.

Your letter of acceptance will be sent to your home address by regular mail at no charge to you. If you wish to receive your paperwork by express mail, you will be charged 85 € when you register.

Flights and airport transfer

Please note that we do not book flights for our students. If you are researching airfare costs, we recommend using Kayak.com, a search engine that lets you compare flight options from your home country to Cape Town based on your budget, schedule and preferences.

Travel insurance

Study abroad worry-free with Language International's health and personal effects insurance coverage. When you book a course with us, you can opt to purchase an international insurance plan that covers not only your health care cost but also loss of your personal belongings. You must book your insurance in advance when you register.

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