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Contact Details International House , 1st Floor 5 Regent Road, 8005, CapeTown Phone: +27 (0)21 433 0546, Fax: +27 (0)86 628 6068, Email: [email protected] Web: www.ihcapetown.com www.ihcapetown.com contents

Coming to Cape Town 3 Our Location 4 Study English at IH Cape Town 5 English for Exams 6 English for Specific Purposes 7 about English for Young Learners 9 international Accommodation 11 Study, Work and Volunteering 13 house Social Calendar 16 The International House World Organisation (IHWO) is a network of language schools worldwide that are committed to implementing high standards of quality and innovation in education and training. There are currently over 150 schools in more than 50 countries. International House (IH) was founded in 1953 by John and Brita Haycraft, with the aim of providing an innovative approach to language teaching. IH has remained at the forefront of development in the field of language teaching and in the training of language teachers. THE IH CAPE TOWN WAY... To have the spirit to succeed and the passion to work harder to be the best. To be a respected company in terms of our professionalism, innovation, honesty, trust and integrity. To take care in what we do and how we do it, always being fair and treating everybody with respect. OUR PROMISE... Is that we will strive, through our personal involvement and commitment, to provide students and teachers with an enjoyable, fulfilling learning experience that exceeds expectations.

1 ‘The school is perfectly located. There are many shops and restaurants in this area and a splendid view of the ocean from Beach Road.’ David (Gabon)

ape Town is the unofficial Bay, , Chapman’s Peak capital of , and and the expansive gardens of fondly referred to as the Kirstenbosch are just some of the ‘Cape Town is “Motherc City”. It is the provincial natural attractions. People don’t just capital of the , as well as love Cape Town for its blue sky, one of the most the legislative capital of South Africa, though; they’re also interested in the welcoming cities where the National Parliament and colours it takes on after dark. I have ever been many government offices are situated. Thousands visit each year solely for ourlocation Cape Town is one of the most the city’s vibrant nightlife, to. I enjoyed the Located in the heart of Sea Point, cosmopolitan vibe with its many sized seawater swimming pool at multi-cultural cities in the world, and is entertainment, theatre, talented students can enjoy proximity to a shops, restaurants, clubs, internet the Pavilion. not only the most popular international performers, excellent restaurants, vibrance and number of exciting attractions. cafes and coffee bars. Just about From Bantry Bay along the tourist destination in South Africa, but wine estates and bars. colourful nature Sea Point is situated between Signal everything you need is found in this promenade you reach the trendy also one of Africa’s most popular As a student at IH Cape town, you Hill and the Atlantic Ocean, a few part of the city and it hums with and there-to-be-seen beaches of international tourist destinations. will be much more than just a tourist of the South kilometres to the west of Cape activity. IH accommodation is also Clifton and . And what’s not to admire with its or a language learner. You will have Africans. Each Town’s Central Business District within walking distance from the The in Cape good climate, natural setting, and the opportunity to immerse yourself (CBD). Moving from Sea Point to the above hustle and bustle. Town has been transformed into a well-developed infrastructure? Not to in the culture of this vibrant city, and every moment CBD, one first passes through the The famous Sea Point promenade completely new 70-000 seater, all- mention a plethora of diverse rapidly improving your English as you in Cape Town small suburb of Three Anchor Bay, runs the length of Sea Point’s weather, multi-purpose, environ-- attractions, sights and activities – from soak up the different experiences. then Green Point and seaward from beachfront, from to mentally sustainable, modern, lavish and luxurious to backpacking You are sure to increase your English was one I will Green Point is the area known as Bantry Bay and is also a hub of technologically advanced, world- on a budget, Cape Town has language skills both inside and outside Mouille Point (pronounced activity, particularly in the early class stadium giving expression to something for everyone. the classroom as you become never forget.’ MOO-lee), where the local morning or late afternoon. A the “African Renaissance Stadium” The beaches of Clifton and Camps acquainted with this beautiful city. Paula (Spain) lighthouse is situated. number of children’s parks run at the juncture between Table Sea Point is divided by Main Road alongside the promenade and Sea Mountain and the Atlantic Ocean at and enjoys a bustling 24-hour Point beach adjoins an Olympic- the southern tip of Africa. comingtocapetown

3 ‘All teachers at STUDY AND WORK/VOLUNTEER IH Cape Town Internships are very friendly, Internship duration from 4 weeks to studyenglishat 6 months. funny and make Volunteer South Africa Volunteering is one of our many social you feel at home. and environmental programmes. While the atmos- Humanitarian, Wildlife and Conser- ihcapetown vation programmes are available. COURSES phere is relaxed, Work South Africa famous southern game park teeming Gain valuable work experience with Africa’s most iconic creatures. STANDARD ENGLISH INTENSIVE ENGLISH BUSINESS ENGLISH the lessons are in South Africa in either paid or English & Surfing ACADEMIC YEAR PROGRAMME PRIVATE TUITION STUDY AND WORK/VOLUNTEER structured and unpaid positions. Combine your 4-week English course serious.’ Carina with 8 lessons in the afternoon on how ENGLISH PLUS ENGLISH FOR SPECIFIC PURPOSES EXAM PREPARATION ENGLISH PLUS to surf with Stoked on Surf (Germany) Combine your English courses with the [www stokedsurfschool.com] at following exciting programmes: Muzienburg beach. We guarantee that you will be able to surf, while the surf ACADEMIC YEAR ABROAD lessons also include general ocean This programme is for students who understanding, surf safety, weather wish to study at IH Cape Town for 24 and wave predictions. weeks or more. It is ideally suited to: Students who are about to enter university or embark on a master’s degree. Online English & Spanish University graduates who wish to Language courses give themselves a clear advantage In affiliation with Net Languages [www. in the workplace and expand their netlanguages.com] IH Cape Town career opportunities. English & Safari offers students the opportunity to Students wanting to take a Combine your 4-week English course learn a language online, from anywhere worthwhile sabbatical learning with a popular 4-day Kruger Park in the world and in your own time. A English before continuing their Safari, either before or after your wide variety of courses are available to education or career. An Academic English course at IH Cape Town. suit your unique requirements in both Year coordinator meets regularly Answer the call of the Kruger, the vast, English and Spanish. ‘Apart from learning English intensively, we have a lot of fun in with students to ensure a structured class. The best thing about the classes is the individual support focus to the learning process and to assist with any special needs. that the teachers offer us.’ Madleina (Switzerland) PRIVATE TUITION englishforexams STANDARD ENGLISH BUSINESS ENGLISH One-to-one lessons can be either IELTS and TOEFL place three times a year, starting in COURSE TIMES Contextual lessons are balanced to Lessons include a focus on relevant intensive or additional to group These courses consist of Standard January, March/April and ensure that students improve their grammar, vocabulary and lessons. These lessons are ideal for English classes in the morning, September/October. Exam dates Morning Classes 09h00 – 12h40 ability to apply language structures pronunciation, as well as on skills focusing on English for Specific followed by exam preparation are set by Cambridge ESOL and (grammar, vocabulary and pronun- practice (reading, writing, speaking Purposes (for example Legal English or (either IELTS or TOEFL) in the exams are taken in March, June and Tea Break 10h40 – 11h00 ciation) for authentic communication and listening) within a business Medical English) or on English for afternoon. Students wanting to take December. Courses are intensive and and improve their reading, writing, context. The core syllabus consists of: Academic Purposes, where teachers these exams in Cape Town are focus on both language (grammar, Lunch Break 12h40 – 13h30 listening and speaking skills. Business Correspondence are able to design their lessons advised to book the exam before the vocabulary and pronunciation) and (Business Writing) according to students’ specific needs. course starts as the exam centres skills (reading, writing, listening and Afternoon Classes 13h30 – 15h10 INTENSIVE ENGLISH Telephoning Private tuition is also beneficial for have limited spaces available. speaking) work relevant to each Provides further improvement of Meetings further work on language (grammar, exam. Full mock exams are regularly students’ fluency and communicative Presentations vocabulary and pronunciation) and/or Cambridge FCE, CAE and CPE. administered to ensure that students competence by expanding on vocab- Negotiations skills practice (reading, writing, These exam preparation courses take are suitably prepared for their exams. ulary and practicing speaking skills. Socialising listening and speaking).

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trends, International House Cape ENGLISH FOR ENGINEERS IN Town offers a range of ESP courses, THE ENERGY SECTOR although additional courses can be English for Engineers in the Energy designed to suit any specific interest Sector is aimed at Intermediate level group. Student profiles are collected students who have a basic grasp of prior to the delivery of any course to English, but who need to use technical enhance the learning experience. and semi-technical vocabulary within ENGLISH FOR NURSING and Private Pilots who operate within receive the relevant study material, specific functional language & HEALTHCARE National and International Airspace, manuals plus audio CD’s as part of the ENGLISH FOR SECRETARIES applicable to the workplace. The English for Nursing and Healthcare is as well as Air Traffic Controllers, package on offer. & ADMINISTRATIVE PERSONNEL course focuses on high-frequency targeted at Lower-Intermediate level Flight engineers and cabin crew are . English for Secretaries and lexis and structures used in the work students of English who wish to study required to meet the minimum level of Administrative Personnel is a environment, such as the language of for a career pathway into aged care English Language proficiency 4 in comprehensive Secretarial and safety, instructions, descriptions of work, acute health care or nursing. accordance with the ICAO Language Business course organised into three equipment, processes and systems. A Special emphasis is placed on skills Proficiency Scale. modules: Listening, Writing and comprehensive glossary provides work, particularly listening and ‘The English and Aviation English Reading. Each unit provides clear explanations of key terms in speaking with an emphasis on courses that we offer for the Aviation CELTA TEACHER TRAINING presentation material of office common use in the energy industries. phonetics and pronunciation in the Industry’ at our strategically based The internationally recognised CELTA situations, followed by a 1. Giving basic information use of medical terminology. The offices in the beautiful city of Cape (Certificate in English Language ESP (English for Specific Purposes) comprehensive vocabulary and 2. Calculating and measuring course also provides English language Town are designed specifically to Teaching to Adults) is intended for refers to any course where the aims of grammar focus, and skills work. The 3. Describing equipment skills development and a general prepare non-native English speakers those without previous teaching the course are determined by the language level has been carefully 4. Giving instructions and warnings orientation to nursing. to meet the minimum standard of experience who wish to enter the needs of a specific group of learners. It graded for use in an Elementary to 5. Describing systems Level 4 in order to achieve Operational profession, and for teachers with no centres not only on the language Pre-Intermediate classroom. Content 6. Talking about safety ENGLISH FOR THE recognition to meet the ICAO previous training in this field. This (grammar, lexis, register), but also the is continually updated in response to 7. Making comparisons AVIATION INDUSTRY standard. These intensive courses are certificate is highly regarded by skills, discourses and genres the rapidly changing demands of the 8. Describing processes and The International Civil Aviation ideally suitable for a minimum of 5 employers as providing sound initial appropriate to that specific group of business world and the emergence procedures Organisation (ICAO) has stipulated as and maximum of 12 people in training and a strong basis from which learners. In line with international of new technologies. 9. Giving advice from March 2008 that all Commercial attendance and all our students to develop as a teacher of English. ‘As a working professional , the business English course has given me the confidence to interact with my international colleagues, Thank you so much.’ Eric (Shell, Gabon)

7 TEN THINGS TO DO IN englishfor CAPE TOWN Shark diving in Gansbaai A visit to

The breathtakingly beautiful Visit the penguins on younglearners tour to Enjoy the gardens at Kirstenbosch Horse riding on Noordhoek Beach Top up your tan on Camps Bay Beach IH CAPE TOWN YOUNG and facilities contribute to Cape designed by IH World to meet the LEARNER PROGRAMMES Town’s status as one of the top city needs of all young learners. Our focus is Visit The Hike up Lion’s Head Cape Town: “Cape Town is an iconic travel destination of 2008,” says to unlock the language that the at the V&A Waterfront Explore Greenpoint Market destination – it offers a myriad of Mariette du Toit-Helmbold – CEO of student is already aware of and is remarkable and real value-for-money Cape Town Tourism. structured to cover such aspects as experiences. The Mother City’s conversation work, discussions, breath-taking natural beauty and LANGUAGE PROGRAMME listening and reading practice, role play sophisticated tourism infrastructure The very popular young learner with a small amount of written work with world-renowned attractions English courses at IH have been included. Up to date teaching methods and material, and the buzz within the classes, create an informal and happy environment. The programme consists of 20 lessons per week.

LEISURE PROGRAMME Our comprehensive leisure programme caters for the needs of the young.

ACCOMMODATION At IH Cape Town we have various options for our young learner groups.

TRANSFER IH Cape Town provides transfers to and from the airport, which is approximately 20-30 minutes’ drive away. This service is included in the young learners package.

EXAMPLE YL MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY

07:30-08:30 Breakfast Breakfast Breakfast Breakfast Breakfast Breakfast

09:00-10:40 Class Class Class Class Class Cape Point

10:40-11:00 Tea Break Tea Break Tea Break Tea Break Tea Break

11:00-12:40 Class Class Class Class Class

12:40-13:30 Lunch Lunch Lunch Lunch Lunch

13:30-17:00 City Tour V&A Waterfront Aquarium

19:00-22:00 Dinner Dinner Dinner Dinner Dinner Dinner

9 ‘Great, lovely and safe accommodation accommodation – so close to ECONOMY (barbeque) area and laundry facilities. more luxurious type of individually- the school, it really made my Ideally situated, our economy run guesthouse, with a more personal stay – a big plus for IH Cape accommodation is just a 10-minute SUPERIOR – IH FLATS service for students to enjoy should walk from our centre, the beaches, Sea These 8 newly-renovated rooms are they be interested. Town!’ – Levgen (Ukraine) Point boardwalk and a variety of cafes, within a secure apartment complex Cape Town is renowned for its restaurants, convenience stores and and are tastefully decorated. It is set backpacking industry, which has now boutiques. Our economy accommo- amongst the many cafes, restaurants moved onto greater levels and are dation is perfect for budget travellers and boutiques of the bustling Regent often referred to as flashbackers. and accommodates additional foreign Road, 200 metres from the IH Cape Within walking distance or a short nationals also on holiday in Cape Town. Town Language Centre. This accommo- taxi ride, there are an abundance of Facilities: dation has a fully- fitted kitchen for these near IH Cape Town. Single and twin rooms students’ use. Students who choose Shared bathrooms this accommodation will be given a SUPERIOR HOMESTAY Wireless access (additional cost) breakfast voucher for a local cafe. This choice of accommodation is Student area Facilities: perfect for students wanting to Laundry service – reasonably priced Bed & Breakfast (voucher) experience the South African culture launderettes are available in the Single and twin rooms while learning English. Students are area as well Shared bath and en-suite facilities accommodated in a comfortable room (limited en-suite) either on their own or sharing with a SUPERIOR – IH LODGE Laundry service available in the friend. Our students are carefully Milton Lodge is a self-catering house local area matched with a family, which is why centrally located in Sea Point. The area Bed linen changed weekly we ask for students to send as much around the house is packed with Towels changed twice weekly information about themselves as coffee shops, restaurants and internet Free Wi-Fi possible. Students will be provided cafes. Crisp white linens and towels Fully equipped kitchen with the following: are standard and oversize couches Dinner, Bed and Breakfast and a big flat screen television & cable HOTEL, GUESTHOUSES Standard-sized bed, with a weekly TV completes the home-away-from- & BACKPACKERS change of bed linen home feeling. Facilities include a Cape Town has a large number of Wardrobe space communal kitchen, lounge and a reputable hotels from 5-star to the Work / study area dining area. The kitchen is fully more trendy 2- and 3-star boutique House keys equipped, complete with a Eurogas and art hotels. The variety of Laundry can be arranged between Cooker. The lodge offers free Wi-Fi guesthouses within the Sea Point area students and families. However, throughout in addition to a braai give our students the ability to live in a launderettes are available in the area.

11 study,work &volunteering VOLUNTEERING

1) ENGLISH AND VOLUNTEERING which you will find yourself. INFORMATION Volunteer Project: Our wildlife With present day time restraints on conservation and rescue program is people that need to learn English situated in different areas within the either for work or leisure, International Hartebeespoort area. The program House Cape Town has designed a helps wild, rescued and rehabilitated program which ultimately combines animals (Elephants, monkeys, learning English with participating in vultures and eagles to name a few) and meaningful volunteer projects in aims to improve their living and South Africa. environmental conditions. The main English Course: 15 lessons per purpose of the projects we are week, 3 lessons of 50 minutes per involved in is to detect the needs and day. The content of the English improve the living and environmental lessons will also offer students conditions of the various animals at 2) LEARN ENGLISH AND Words Changing Worlds (Children something unique. Rather than these locations. VOLUNTEER reading project) ‘traditional’ classroom lessons, Min Duration: 2 Weeks Combine one of the volunteer projects Penguin Rescue you will be able to work on your Arrival City: Johannesburg course materials – English Certificate either before or after an English Adventure Surf Club Project grammar, vocabulary, pronunciation Included: All transport – Return – Accommodation – All meals – 24hrs course. We have projects in Cape Settlement Projects and skills in contexts related to the transport from JHB airport – 15 support and supervision – Donation to Town and throughout South Africa. School/Education Projects wonderful natural environment in English lessons per week – English projects – Animal interaction Disabled School Assistance Projects in Cape Town: Kitesurfing Volunteer Project Heart for Orphans (Junior) Great White Shark MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY SUNDAY Heart for Orphans (Senior) Conservation Project Organic African Farm Urban Greening & Environmental Elephant food Preparing Building new Animal Elephant Off Off Hope Journey – Children’s Recovery Educational Volunteer Project AM preparation and feeding vulture tracking in house and feeding monkeys enclosure reserve painting Hospital Projects in South Africa: Youth at Risk Noah’s Ark in Africa English English English English English Off Off PM Animal Charity Teach Kids on the Beach lessons lessons lessons lessons lessons Streetwise Soccer Hands on Big 5 Go Wild Game Reserve Wildlife Sanctuary Animal Sanctuaries Safe Home Animal and Community Combo Project Wild Cat Farm Pre-vet Project Please note that these projects might change and some might not be available during specific times throughout the year.

13 socialcalendar The weekly Social activities organized Town staff to learn a little more about Wine Tastings and hosted by the IH Cape Town staff each of them. The activities are held at Club and Restaurant nights are diverse, interesting and more the school premises or at a distinctive Paintball importantly fun! The IH Cape Town location in Cape Town. These social Casino nights team also organises an exciting activities include: Karting monthly event which is by far one of Beach Soccer Table Mountain the highlights for many students. This Sunset Student Party once a month gathering is a fantastic Lions Head Hike tours opportunity for students to mingle Games Nights Cooking classes with each other and for the IH Cape Brewery Tour Surfing

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their visit in a supportive and friendly Cultural Exchange Visa environment to become comfortable Requirements with the language and culture before The length of the Visa is 12 months transferring to a project or workplace. and would be issued in accordance The city, which is the unofficial capital with flight details i.e. from date of of South Africa, is fondly referred to as arrival in South Africa. However, the “Mother City”. It boasts the most issuances can differ from Country to beautiful setting of mountain-meets- Country, and sending organisations ocean where the famous Table may need to contact their Consulates Mountain watches over the for further information on visa magnificent local beaches. restrictions. It must be applied for at There are several types of work for least 3 months prior to intended dates which our students with a cultural of travel and applicants will have to exchange visa would be eligible. provide the following as a minimum: 1) Proof of student status Programme Details 2) Copy of CV/resume This is a non-placement 3) Copy of valid travel insurance programme, it allows students to 4) Validated copy of passport (valid for In the past few years South Africa do paid work. 13 months after arrival date) has become a popular destination It can be booked with or without a 5) Police clearance for all travellers and in particular language course. 6) Copy of return flight ticket for the adventurous youth and A good level of English is required student traveller. to find reasonable jobs. We South Africa does not allow any recommend doing an English foreign students to do paid work in course before working to reach South Africa. The only exception is a a minimum level of cultural exchange programme, which upper-intermediate. we offer in association with our The duration is anything up to partner organisations SASTS 1 year. Working Adventures. The enrolment should be done at The International House (IH) ‘Study least 3 months prior to start. & Work SA’ programme provides Participants have to be between young people with the opportunity to 18 and 25 years old. study in Cape Town at the start of Visa restrictions apply.

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