IH-London
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| Country & city | London, United Kingdom |
|---|---|
| Courses | 5 |
| Accommodation | 10 |
| Address | 16 Stukeley Street, London, England WC2B 5LQ, United Kingdom |
| Official website | www.ihlondon.com(opens in a new tab) |
About the School
IH (International House) is a specialist language-study institution with a long history, founded in 1953, with 124 campuses in around 40 countries worldwide. IH-London has taught English to students and working professionals from around the world for more than 60 years. Today it uses the latest teaching methods and technology to offer the new generation differentiated language study through new approaches to language teaching. It is proud to be the largest of all IH centres in the world, with classrooms spread over 9 floors and around 56 classrooms in total. Located in Covent Garden in the heart of London, it is a modern school with outstanding facilities, close to the most famous landmarks. There is no better city than London to learn English: you will enjoy diverse cultures alongside students of many nationalities, visit numerous museums and art galleries, and learn real-life English as well as the English taught in the classroom. Choose IH London, the language school best suited to your English skills and career, with General English, IELTS, Cambridge exam preparation and more. It is well equipped with a variety of facilities for an average of 400-500 or more students. Advantages: Cambridge, IELTS, LCCI and TOEIC test centre
School Features
- Our central London school offers: > Modern, air-conditioned classrooms > Cafe and break-out area > Free high speed Wi-Fi with super-fast 100MB broadband throughout the building > Dedicated student self-access computers > Learning resource library with ov
Highlights
- Located in the very heart of Central London, near Covent Garden in Zone 1
- Named the best language school in the British Council inspection
- Uses an entire building in Central London
- First to launch a Teacher Training (CELTA certificate) course
Courses & Tuition
| Course | Target | Type | Tuition | Period |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| General English | Eligible age: 16 and over; Lessons per week: 15, 20, 25 lessons; Class size: maximum 14, average 10 students | 25 lessons per week (09:00-12:00 & 13:15-15:15); 1-5 weeks | about US$703 | week |
| IELTS Preparation | Target age: 16+, Lessons per week: 15, 20 lessons, Class size: up to 12 students | 20 lessons per week (9.00-12.00 & 12.15-13.10); 4 weeks | about US$2,250 | 4 weeks |
| Cambridge Preparation | Target age: 16+, Lessons per week: 20 lessons, Class size: up to 12 students, avg. 8 | |||
| Business English | Age: 21 and over; Lessons per week: 15, 20 lessons; Class size: up to 8 students | 25 lessons per week (09:00-12:00 & 13:15-15:15) | about US$1,400 | week |
| English Experience 30+ | Target age: 30+, Lessons per week: 15, Class size: up to 8 | 15 lessons per week (09.00-12.00); 1-2 weeks | about US$617 | week |
Accommodation & Costs
| Type | Tuition |
|---|---|
| Homestay application fee (same price as 2025)(branch) (non-refundable) | about US$63 |
| Homestay London Zone 2 (2025: ￡1100/4 weeks)(branch) (shared bathroom, 14 meals per week) | about US$1,460 |
| Homestay London Zone 2 (2025: ￡1280/4 weeks)(branch) (private bathroom, 14 meals per week) | about US$1,650 |
| Homestay London Zones 3-4 (Branch) (private bathroom, 14 meals per week) | about US$1,330 |
| Homestay London Zones 3-4 (2025: £950/4 weeks) (branch) (shared bathroom, 14 meals per week) | about US$1,240 |
| Homestay (Standard single room, breakfast, Ages 18+) View details . Standard ￡250/week . Superior ￡309/week . Executive ￡365/week * Peak season (6/14-8/30) ￡37/week extra * Under 18 ￡22/week extra | about US$317 |
| Homestay (Standard single room, breakfast & dinner, Ages 18+) View details . Standard ￡327/week . Superior ￡386/week . Executive ￡441/week * Peak season (6/14-8/30) ￡37/week extra * Under 18 ￡22/week extra | about US$414 |
| Chapter Kings Cross (studio, private bathroom, kitchenette) View details. Price valid for all students checking in before 23 August 2026. If checking in on 30 August 2026 or later, please contact the school before booking. Kings Cross Fact Sheet https://www.coei.com/schools/common/schoolform_down.php?Idx=18438 Kings Cross Virtual Tour link https://captur3d.io/view/vrpm/chapter-kings-cross IH-London all residences information https://www.ihlondon.com/why-us/residences . 30 minutes to school on foot, 20 minutes by bus, 15 minutes by train/underground. Minimum 2 weeks. Ages 18 and over. Check In/Out: Sunday-Sunday Location and features: Fully renovated, very modern and popular. Located near King's Cross station, two stops from Holborn station. From Holborn station, you can walk to International House London. Rooms: All rooms are studios with an en-suite private bathroom and a kitchenette. Rooms have plenty of storage space and are furnished with stylish, modern furniture. Some rooms offer great views of central London. Shared facilities: Gym, exercise studio, study space, games area, cinema room, social space, courtyard, etc. The central lobby is a great place to meet friends, and Wi-Fi is provided. The gym is free to use once you sign a waiver at reception. Various social events, such as barbecues and themed parties, are sometimes held in the courtyard. Internet: Free dual-band Wi-Fi of up to 200MB is available throughout the residence. Kitchen: Each kitchenette is equipped with a cooktop and a microwave, and a "Kitchen Pack" containing all the utensils needed to prepare meals is included in the price. Laundry: Washing machines and dryers are available, but a usage fee applies. Security: A team is on site 24 hours a day, and CCTV is installed inside and outside. Electronic photo-recognition access cards are used. Bedding and cleaning: Bed linen is provided, but you must bring your own towels. Washing the bed linen is your own responsibility. Room cleaning is available on request for an additional fee. | about US$783 |
| Tufnell Park (Single Room, Private Bathroom, Shared Kitchen) Details . Price valid for all students checking in before August 23, 2026 . If checking in on or after August 30, 2026, please contact the school before booking. Tufnell Park Fact Sheet https://www.coei.com/schools/common/schoolform_down.php?Idx=18439 Tufnell Park Virtual Tour link https://www.iqstudentaccommodation.com/london/tufnell-house/bronze-en-suite IH-London Full Residence Guide https://www.ihlondon.com/why-us/residences . Minimum 2 weeks or more . Age 18+ . Check In/Out: Sunday-Sunday Location & Features: Tufnell Park is set in a quiet, leafy suburb in Zone 1/2. It has a village-like feel while still being an easy trip into central London. Nearby you'll find great independent restaurants, pubs, and live music venues, and the vibrant area of Camden is also close by bus or tube. Beautiful Hampstead Heath is within walking distance, and there's a sports ground with a shared tennis court right next to the building. Rooms: All rooms have their own en-suite bathroom, a desk, and plenty of storage space. Rooms come with a small double bed. All utilities are included in the accommodation fee. Kitchen: A shared kitchen is used. The kitchen is fully equipped with a cooktop, oven, electric kettle, and microwave. Shared Facilities: There are a range of facilities, including comfortable common areas and a private garden with a BBQ area. There's a quiet, peaceful space for studying, and a well-equipped gym. Regular social events are held for residents and guests. Internet: Fast Wi-Fi is provided in both rooms and common areas. Laundry: Self-service laundry facilities are available, with an extra charge for using the washer and dryer. Security: Staff are on-site 24 hours a day, with a reception team during the day and a security team at night. Bedding & Cleaning: Bed linen is provided at no extra cost, but towels must be brought by the student. Laundering linen is the student's own responsibility. Room cleaning is available on request for an additional fee. Tube to school: takes 30 minutes. It's a 5-minute walk to Tufnell Park tube station. Take the Northern Line, get off at Tottenham Court Road station, and it's under a 10-minute walk to IH London. Another option is to take a different branch of the Northern Line, change at King's Cross station, then take the Piccadilly Line and get off at Holborn station. From Holborn station it's a 5-minute walk to the school. Tube + bus: takes 40 minutes. Bus: Several bus routes are available. You can take bus 390 from Tufnell Park, bus 4 from Campdale Road, or bus 43 or 263 from Alexandra Road. From any of these stops you can take the Piccadilly Line to Holborn station and walk to IH London. | about US$550 |
| Chapter Islington (single room, private bathroom, shared kitchen) View details . Price valid for all students checking in before August 23, 2026 . For check-in on or after August 30, 2026, please contact the school before booking. Chapter Islington Fact Sheet https://www.coei.com/schools/common/schoolform_down.php?Idx=18437 Chapter Islington Virtual Tour link https://captur3d.io/view/vrpm/chapter-islington IH-London all residences information https://www.ihlondon.com/why-us/residences . Minimum 2 weeks . Age 18 or older . Check In/Out: Sunday-Sunday Location and features: Chapter Living Islington is a modern, comfortable student residence located in Zone 2 in north London. It is close to Caledonian Park and just one stop from King's Cross St. Pancras station, making it an ideal location with easy access across London. Rooms: All rooms have en-suite bathrooms, and the kitchen is shared with 5-6 other IH London students. The rooms are modern and stylish, with a comfortable bed, ample storage space and a desk. Cost: All utility bills are included in the accommodation fee. Shared facilities: There is a cinema, gym, study space, art studio, games/karaoke room, social spaces, study booths, TV area and more. Near the reception is an area with a pool table and table football. In the private cinema, you can watch films on your own or attend regular screenings with other students. The gym is well equipped, and the on-site events team organizes a variety of activities. Kitchen: The shared kitchen is equipped with a cooktop, electric kettle, microwave, fridge/freezer and all the cooking utensils you need during your stay. Internet: Free dual-band Wi-Fi of up to 200MB is available throughout the residence. Laundry: Washing machines and dryers are available for a small fee. Security: There is a 24-hour on-site team, and electronic photo-recognition entry cards are used. In addition, CCTV is installed inside and outside the building, and 24-hour security staff operate several security monitoring rooms. Bedding and cleaning: Bed linen is provided at no extra cost, but you need to bring your own towels. You are responsible for washing your own linen. Room cleaning is available on request for an additional fee. Travel time to International House London (IH London): On foot: 55 minutes. By bus: 40 minutes. By train/Underground: 20 minutes. The nearest station is Caledonian Road station. Take the Piccadilly Line and get off at Holborn station, then walk to IH London. | about US$619 |
Local Expenses
| Item | Tuition | Period |
|---|---|---|
| Application fee (non-refundable) | about US$124 | Once |
| Airport pickup fee (2025: £159 per trip) (branch office) (Heathrow Airport) | about US$209 | Once |
| Airport pickup (Heathrow Airport) | about US$252 | Once |
| Accommodation application fee (homestay, dormitory) (non-refundable) | about US$75 | Once |
| Tuition surcharge - summer peak season (6/15-8/28) | about US$19 | 1 week |
| Course change fee (when changing after the course starts) | about US$32 | Once |
| Peak season homestay surcharge (6/14-8/30) | about US$47 | 1 week |
| Peak season dormitory surcharge (6/14-8/30) | about US$65 | 1 week |
| UKVI visa application fee (non-refundable) | about US$127 | Once |
| Refund handling fee (non-refundable) | about US$19 | Once |
| Materials Fee (non-refundable) | about US$13 | Once |
| Study English in the UK (Short-term study visa) - 6-11 months of study (equivalent USD applied) | about US$271 | Once |
| Student Visa - study of 11 months or more (equivalent USD applies) | about US$664 | Once |
| IHS (Immigration Health Surcharge) (medical insurance) - for stays in the UK of 6 months or more (equivalent USD applied) | about US$1,310 | 1 year |
| eTA (under 6 months) | about US$20 | Once |
Facilities
Modern, fully air-conditioned classrooms, a sky lounge, a cafe, a computer room with 50 computers, study rooms, and more
Activities
A variety of daily activities, weekend trips and more
Surroundings
Located in the centre of London, it offers convenient transport and exposure to diverse cultures. London is the home of English and the city where everyone most wants to study English.
Amounts are reference prices converted to US dollars at the rates below. Actual payment amounts depend on the exchange rate and the timing of payment.
Applied rates (our standard quote rates): 1 GBP = about US$1.27 · 1,000 KRW = about US$0.67
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