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General English + IELTS Preparation

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Cape Town

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General English + IELTS Preparation course is designed for learners who want to improve their overall English level while specifically preparing for the IELTS Academic exam. The course combines structured General English development in the mornings with focused IELTS exam preparation in the afternoons. Students work on building fluency, accuracy, and confidence while also learning the strategies needed to achieve a higher IELTS score.

Lessons are practical and exam-focused, combining grammar and vocabulary development with targeted IELTS practice. Students will complete regular mock exams under real exam conditions and receive detailed feedback from experienced IELTS teachers. The course also develops key exam techniques for reading, writing, listening, and speaking, helping students understand question types, improve timing, and maximise their performance. Alongside exam preparation, students continue to build their overall communicative competence through varied and interactive classroom activities.

Why Choose This Course

  • Proven IELTS preparation methodology
  • Experienced specialist IELTS teachers
  • Regular mock exams under exam conditions
  • Use of real past exam materials
  • Support with exam registration and guidance

Key Information

  • Start date: Every Monday
  • Course length: Flexible (from 1 to 8+ weeks)
  • Levels: B1+
  • Class size: Maximum 10 students
  • Location: Cape Town, South Africa
  • Estimated exam fee: ZAR 6000 (payable at the school)

Please note: The Exam Centre will only run an exam session if there is a minimum of 4 students. Exam Fees are estimated and payable at the school.

Course Details

  • Lessons per week: 30 lessons
  • Hours per week: 22 hours 30 minutes
  • Lesson length: 45 minutes
  • Schedule: 9:00 AM–2:45 PM
    • Morning classes: General English
    • Afternoon classes: IELTS Preparation (Academic module)

What You Will Achieve

  • Improve all four skills: reading, writing, listening, and speaking
  • Increase vocabulary and grammatical accuracy
  • Develop strong IELTS exam techniques and strategies
  • Gain confidence in exam conditions and time management
  • Understand IELTS question types and scoring requirements
  • Improve overall English proficiency and academic communication skills
English

Language of instruction

B1+

Required level

10

Group

8 weeks

Duration of study

22 hours, 30 minutes

Hours per week

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School accommodation

Sea Point Student Residence

  • Sea Point Twin Room with Semi-shared Bathroom
  • Bed Type: Single
  • Occupancy: Double Occupancy
  • Important information: Minimum age is 18. Arrival and departure days Sunday to Sunday, check-in from 2:00 PM, check-out until 10:30 AM
$185.00
Week
Comfortable twin room with semi-shared bathroom in Sea Point Student Residence, close to LAL Cape Town. Includes 24-hour security, Wi-Fi, housekeeping, and access to shared facilities and social spaces.

Sea Point Student Residence

  • Sea Point Twin Room with Private Bathroom
  • Bed Type: Single
  • Occupancy: Double Occupancy
  • Important information: Minimum age is 18. Arrival and departure days Sunday to Sunday, check-in from 2:00 PM, check-out until 10:30 AM
$250.00
Week
Comfortable twin room with private bathroom in Sea Point Student Residence, near LAL Cape Town. Includes 24-hour security, Wi-Fi, housekeeping, and access to pool, BBQ, kitchen, lounge, and social areas.

Sea Point Student Residence

  • Sea Point Single Room with Semi-shared Bathroom
  • Bed Type: Single
  • Occupancy: Single Occupancy
  • Important information: Minimum age is 18. Arrival and departure days Sunday to Sunday, check-in from 2:00 PM, check-out until 10:30 AM
$285.00
Week
Comfortable single room with semi-shared bathroom in Sea Point Student Residence, close to LAL Cape Town. Includes 24-hour security, Wi-Fi, housekeeping, and access to pool, BBQ, kitchen, lounge, and social areas.

Sea Point Student Residence

  • Sea Point Single Room with Private Bathroom
  • Bed Type: Single
  • Occupancy: Single Occupancy
  • Important information: Minimum age is 18. Arrival and departure days Sunday to Sunday, check-in from 2:00 PM, check-out until 10:30 AM
$375.00
Week
Comfortable single room with private bathroom in Sea Point Student Residence, near LAL Cape Town. Includes 24-hour security, Wi-Fi, housekeeping, and access to pool, BBQ, kitchen, lounge, and social areas.

Milton Road Student House

  • Milton Road Twin Room with Private Bathroom
  • Bed Type: Single
  • Occupancy: Double Occupancy
  • Important information: Minimum age is 18. Arrival and departure days Sunday to Sunday, check-in from 2:00 PM, check-out until 10:30 AM
$310.00
Week
Superior twin room with private bathroom at Milton Road Student Residence, Sea Point, near LAL Cape Town. Includes Wi-Fi, 24-hour support, housekeeping, and shared facilities. Close to shops and transport.

Milton Road Student House

  • Milton Road Single Room with Semi-shared Bathroom
  • Bed Type: Single
  • Occupancy: Single Occupancy
  • Important information: Minimum age is 18. Arrival and departure days Sunday to Sunday, check-in from 2:00 PM, check-out until 10:30 AM
$375.00
Week
Comfortable single room with semi-shared bathroom at Milton Road Student Residence, Sea Point, less than 1 minute from LAL Cape Town. Includes Wi-Fi, 24-hour support, housekeeping, and shared facilities.

Milton Road Student House

  • Milton Road Single Room with Private Bathroom
  • Bed Type: Single
  • Occupancy: Single Occupancy
  • Important information: Minimum age is 18. Arrival and departure days Sunday to Sunday, check-in from 2:00 PM, check-out until 10:30 AM
$430.00
Week
Comfortable single room with private bathroom at Milton Road Student Residence in Sea Point, less than 1 minute from LAL Cape Town. Includes Wi-Fi, 24-hour support, and housekeeping, with access to shared kitchen, dining, lounge, and BBQ areas.

Homestay

  • Single Room in a Host Family Home with Semi-shared Bathroom
  • Bed Type: Single
  • Occupancy: Quadruple Occupancy
  • Important information: Arrival and departure days Sunday to Sunday. Check in 2:00 PM-12:00 AM, check out 10:00 AM. A supplement of USD 25 will be required to check in/out outside these times.
$290.00
Week
Students stay in carefully selected homestays in single rooms with semi-shared bathrooms, mainly in Sea Point and Green Point. Rooms include a bed, desk, wardrobe, and storage. Breakfast is included, with weekly cleaning, linen changes, and optional evening meals.

Homestay

  • Single Room in a Host Family Home with Private Bathroom
  • Bed Type: Single
  • Occupancy: Single Occupancy
  • Important information: Arrival and departure days Sunday to Sunday. Check in 2:00 PM-12:00 AM, check out 10:00 AM. A supplement of USD 25 will be required to check in/out outside these times.
$345.00
Week
Students stay in carefully selected homestays in single rooms with private bathrooms, mainly in Sea Point and Green Point. Rooms include a bed, desk, wardrobe, and storage. Breakfast is included, with weekly cleaning, linen changes, and optional evening meals.

Transfer

Complementary Arrival Transfer

Transfers are available between Cape Town Airport and LAL accommodation. Free arrival transfer is included for direct journeys only. Flight details required; under-18s must book LAL transfer unless wa...
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Transfers are available between Cape Town Airport and LAL accommodation. Free arrival transfer is included for direct journeys only. Flight details required; under-18s must book LAL transfer unless waived.

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