Newcastle, International House
Newcastle

International House
4.3 /5 163 Reviews

English school in Newcastle: International House

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Key points

  • Dynamic city, close to other places of interest and off the beaten track
  • Established school offering a warm atmosphere
  • Listed building, original walls of the former city remparts in the student room on the first floor.
  • Modern facilities and quality teaching in an international environment

The school

Levels
Beginner to Proficiency
Exams
Cambridge (B2 First, C1 Advanced, C2 Proficiency)
School size
L
Accommodations
Host family, Studio
Wifi
WiFi is free

The students

Minimum age
16 years
Average age
26 years
Nationality mix
Italy, Saudi Arabia, Spain, etc..
ratings
162 authentic opinions

Our partner school is housed in a building refurbished for the optimal comfort of its students from the four corners of the world. A traditional yet forward-looking school (founded in 1978, the second-oldest school in the IH group after London), it can welcome up to 450 students. There are 16 classrooms and free Wi-Fi. The large and comfortable student room, with pool table, TV and DVD-player, and the dance floor can be used for parties. Tea, coffee and water are offered for free. The school is located in the heart of the city, a stone's throw away from shops, theatres, museums, restaurants and pubs. A team of qualified and motivated teachers awaits you, assuring excellent personal attention.

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Standard course

Beginner to advanced (C1), 1 - 52 week(s)
1 week From 354.- EUR
(300.- GBP)
Lessons
20 of 55 minutes
Course duration
1 - 52 week(s)
Levels
Beginner to advanced (C1)
Students/class
Max 12
Minimum age
16 years
Schedule
09:00-11:00 + 13:00-15:00
Schedule may vary depending on student’s level and time of year.
Course info
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Week(s)
Without accommodation
Host family, single room, half board
Studio, single room, no meals, private bathroom
1
300 GBP
460 GBP
460 GBP
2
550 GBP
870 GBP
870 GBP
3
800 GBP
1280 GBP
1280 GBP
4
1050 GBP
1690 GBP
1690 GBP
6
1490 GBP
2450 GBP
2450 GBP
8
1970 GBP
3250 GBP
3250 GBP
12
2930 GBP
4850 GBP
4850 GBP
16
3730 GBP
6290 GBP
6290 GBP
24
5570 GBP
9410 GBP
9410 GBP
GBP 1 ≈ EUR 1.18   (Not-binding exchange rate)
Options

Options

One-to-one course (per lesson) 60 GBP
PLUS activities (per week) 50 GBP
Extra night (host family) 30 GBP
Extra night (studio) 40 GBP
Special diet (host family) (per week) 170 GBP
Airport transfer from Newcastle (pick-up) 40 GBP
Airport transfer from/to Newcastle (pick-up and drop-off)
compulsory -18 		80 GBP
Starting dates
Every week, throughout the year
Bank holidays
02.04 / 05.04 / 03.05 / 31.05 / 30.08.2021
Holidays
20.12.2020 - 02.01.2021
19.12.2021 - 03.01.2022

Arrival: Sunday prior to course start
Departure: Sunday following course end

English course (+ English for specific purposes)

Beginner to advanced (C1), 1 - 52 week(s)
1 week From 377.- EUR
(320.- GBP)
Lessons
General (group): 20 of 55 minutes
+ Options (group): 5 of 55 minutes
Course duration
1 - 52 week(s)
Levels
Beginner to advanced (C1)
Students/class
Max 12
Minimum age
16 years
Schedule
General (group): 09:00-11:00 + 13:00-15:00
Options (group): To be defined
Schedule may vary depending on student’s level and time of year.
Course info
Free quote
Enrol
Week(s)
Without accommodation
Host family, single room, half board
Studio, single room, no meals, private bathroom
1
320 GBP
480 GBP
480 GBP
2
590 GBP
910 GBP
910 GBP
3
860 GBP
1340 GBP
1340 GBP
4
1130 GBP
1770 GBP
1770 GBP
6
1610 GBP
2570 GBP
2570 GBP
8
2130 GBP
3410 GBP
3410 GBP
12
3170 GBP
5090 GBP
5090 GBP
16
4050 GBP
6610 GBP
6610 GBP
24
6050 GBP
9890 GBP
9890 GBP
GBP 1 ≈ EUR 1.18   (Not-binding exchange rate)
Options

Options

One-to-one course (per lesson) 60 GBP
PLUS activities (per week) 50 GBP
Extra night (host family) 30 GBP
Extra night (studio) 40 GBP
Special diet (host family) (per week) 170 GBP
Airport transfer from Newcastle (pick-up) 40 GBP
Airport transfer from/to Newcastle (pick-up and drop-off)
compulsory -18 		80 GBP
Starting dates
Every week, throughout the year
Bank holidays
02.04 / 05.04 / 03.05 / 31.05 / 30.08.2021
Holidays
20.12.2020 - 02.01.2021
19.12.2021 - 03.01.2022

Arrival: Sunday prior to course start
Departure: Sunday following course end

Combined business course, 10+10+5 lessons/week

Upper-intermediate (B2) to advanced (C1), 1 - 52 week(s)
1 week From 377.- EUR
(320.- GBP)
Lessons
General (group): 10 of 55 minutes
+ Business (group): 10 of 55 minutes
+ Business (group): 5 of 55 minutes
Course duration
1 - 52 week(s)
Levels
Upper-intermediate (B2) to advanced (C1)
Students/class
Max 12
Minimum age
16 years
Schedule
General (group): 09:00-11:00
Business (group): 13:00-15:00
Business (group): To be defined
Schedule may vary depending on student’s level and time of year.
Course info
Free quote
Enrol
Week(s)
Without accommodation
Host family, single room, half board
Studio, single room, no meals, private bathroom
1
320 GBP
480 GBP
480 GBP
2
590 GBP
910 GBP
910 GBP
3
860 GBP
1340 GBP
1340 GBP
4
1130 GBP
1770 GBP
1770 GBP
6
1610 GBP
2570 GBP
2570 GBP
8
2130 GBP
3410 GBP
3410 GBP
12
3170 GBP
5090 GBP
5090 GBP
16
4050 GBP
6610 GBP
6610 GBP
24
6050 GBP
9890 GBP
9890 GBP
GBP 1 ≈ EUR 1.18   (Not-binding exchange rate)
Options

Options

One-to-one course (per lesson) 60 GBP
PLUS activities (per week) 50 GBP
Extra night (host family) 30 GBP
Extra night (studio) 40 GBP
Special diet (host family) (per week) 170 GBP
Airport transfer from Newcastle (pick-up) 40 GBP
Airport transfer from/to Newcastle (pick-up and drop-off)
compulsory -18 		80 GBP
Starting dates
Every week, throughout the year
Bank holidays
02.04 / 05.04 / 03.05 / 31.05 / 30.08.2021
Holidays
20.12.2020 - 02.01.2021
19.12.2021 - 03.01.2022

Arrival: Sunday prior to course start
Departure: Sunday following course end

B2 First combined exam preparation course, 20+5 lessons/week

Intermediate (B1-B2) to advanced (C1), 1 - 52 week(s)
1 week From 377.- EUR
(320.- GBP)
Lessons
General (group): 20 of 55 minutes
+ Exam preparation (group): 5 of 55 minutes
Course duration
1 - 52 week(s)
Levels
Intermediate (B1-B2) to advanced (C1)
Students/class
Max 12
Minimum age
16 years
Schedule
General (group): 09:00-11:00 + 13:00-15:00
Exam preparation (group): To be defined
Schedule may vary depending on student’s level and time of year.
Course info
Free quote
Enrol
Week(s)
Without accommodation
Host family, single room, half board
Studio, single room, no meals, private bathroom
1
320 GBP
480 GBP
480 GBP
2
590 GBP
910 GBP
910 GBP
3
860 GBP
1340 GBP
1340 GBP
4
1130 GBP
1770 GBP
1770 GBP
6
1610 GBP
2570 GBP
2570 GBP
8
2130 GBP
3410 GBP
3410 GBP
12
3170 GBP
5090 GBP
5090 GBP
16
4050 GBP
6610 GBP
6610 GBP
24
6050 GBP
9890 GBP
9890 GBP
GBP 1 ≈ EUR 1.18   (Not-binding exchange rate)
Extras

Extras

B2 First exam fee (to be paid on site) 150 GBP
Options

Options

One-to-one course (per lesson) 60 GBP
PLUS activities (per week) 50 GBP
Extra night (host family) 30 GBP
Extra night (studio) 40 GBP
Special diet (host family) (per week) 170 GBP
Airport transfer from Newcastle (pick-up) 40 GBP
Airport transfer from/to Newcastle (pick-up and drop-off)
compulsory -18 		80 GBP
Starting dates
Every week, throughout the year
Exam dates
12.03 / 08.06 / 26.08 / 30.11.2021
Bank holidays
02.04 / 05.04 / 03.05 / 31.05 / 30.08.2021
Holidays
20.12.2020 - 02.01.2021
19.12.2021 - 03.01.2022

Arrival: Sunday prior to course start
Departure: Sunday following course end

C1 Advanced combined exam preparation course, 20+5 lessons/week

Upper-intermediate (B2) to advanced (C1), 1 - 52 week(s)
1 week From 377.- EUR
(320.- GBP)
Lessons
General (group): 20 of 55 minutes
+ Exam preparation (group): 5 of 55 minutes
Course duration
1 - 52 week(s)
Levels
Upper-intermediate (B2) to advanced (C1)
Students/class
Max 12
Minimum age
16 years
Schedule
General (group): 09:00-11:00 + 13:00-15:00
Exam preparation (group): To be defined
Schedule may vary depending on student’s level and time of year.
Course info
Free quote
Enrol
Week(s)
Without accommodation
Host family, single room, half board
Studio, single room, no meals, private bathroom
1
320 GBP
480 GBP
480 GBP
2
590 GBP
910 GBP
910 GBP
3
860 GBP
1340 GBP
1340 GBP
4
1130 GBP
1770 GBP
1770 GBP
6
1610 GBP
2570 GBP
2570 GBP
8
2130 GBP
3410 GBP
3410 GBP
12
3170 GBP
5090 GBP
5090 GBP
16
4050 GBP
6610 GBP
6610 GBP
24
6050 GBP
9890 GBP
9890 GBP
GBP 1 ≈ EUR 1.18   (Not-binding exchange rate)
Extras

Extras

C1 Advanced exam fee (to be paid on site) 150 GBP
Options

Options

One-to-one course (per lesson) 60 GBP
PLUS activities (per week) 50 GBP
Extra night (host family) 30 GBP
Extra night (studio) 40 GBP
Special diet (host family) (per week) 170 GBP
Airport transfer from Newcastle (pick-up) 40 GBP
Airport transfer from/to Newcastle (pick-up and drop-off)
compulsory -18 		80 GBP
Starting dates
Every week, throughout the year
Exam dates
13.03 / 09.06 / 27.08 / 01.12.2021
Bank holidays
02.04 / 05.04 / 03.05 / 31.05 / 30.08.2021
Holidays
20.12.2020 - 02.01.2021
19.12.2021 - 03.01.2022

Arrival: Sunday prior to course start
Departure: Sunday following course end

C2 Proficiency combined exam preparation course, 20+5 lessons/week

Advanced (C1) to proficiency (C2), 1 - 52 week(s)
1 week From 377.- EUR
(320.- GBP)
Lessons
General (group): 20 of 55 minutes
+ Exam preparation (group): 5 of 55 minutes
Course duration
1 - 52 week(s)
Levels
Advanced (C1) to proficiency (C2)
Students/class
Max 12
Minimum age
16 years
Schedule
General (group): 09:00-11:00 + 13:00-15:00
Exam preparation (group): To be defined
Schedule may vary depending on student’s level and time of year.
Course info
Free quote
Enrol
Week(s)
Without accommodation
Host family, single room, half board
Studio, single room, no meals, private bathroom
1
320 GBP
480 GBP
480 GBP
2
590 GBP
910 GBP
910 GBP
3
860 GBP
1340 GBP
1340 GBP
4
1130 GBP
1770 GBP
1770 GBP
6
1610 GBP
2570 GBP
2570 GBP
8
2130 GBP
3410 GBP
3410 GBP
12
3170 GBP
5090 GBP
5090 GBP
16
4050 GBP
6610 GBP
6610 GBP
24
6050 GBP
9890 GBP
9890 GBP
GBP 1 ≈ EUR 1.18   (Not-binding exchange rate)
Extras

Extras

C2 Proficiency exam fee (to be paid on site) 150 GBP
Options

Options

One-to-one course (per lesson) 60 GBP
PLUS activities (per week) 50 GBP
Extra night (host family) 30 GBP
Extra night (studio) 40 GBP
Special diet (host family) (per week) 170 GBP
Airport transfer from Newcastle (pick-up) 40 GBP
Airport transfer from/to Newcastle (pick-up and drop-off)
compulsory -18 		80 GBP
Starting dates
Every week, throughout the year
Exam dates
11.06 / 02.12.2021
Bank holidays
02.04 / 05.04 / 03.05 / 31.05 / 30.08.2021
Holidays
20.12.2020 - 02.01.2021
19.12.2021 - 03.01.2022

Arrival: Sunday prior to course start
Departure: Sunday following course end

100% authentic opinions

These students attended a course in this school through ESL – Language studies abroad and their evaluation has been checked. Students' opinions don't necessarily correspond to those of ESL – Language studies abroad, but reflect the individual experience of those participants. This is meant to provide you with further information about this school.

4.3/5
Overall rating

96% of students recommending this school

Destination
/ 5
School
/ 5
Accommodation
/ 5
Value for money
/ 5
Teaching
/ 5
Leisure
/ 5

163 students gave their opinion about this school

25 years old - Luxembourg
/ 5
Professeurs au top, une ville assez méconnue pourtant avec de nombreux atouts et proche de Glasgow, Edimbourg ou encore York. Je recommande fortement le sérieux de IH Newcastle ainsi que leur bonne humeur ! Tout ce qu'il faut pour étudier convenablement Suivi impliqué de l'équipe d'encadrement Période Covid donc classes réduites avec trois Suisses germanophones. Professeur volontaire. Très bonne ambiance générale malgré le confinement Super hôte, femme seule très disponible et à l'écoute des moindres requêtes ! Pas d'excursions à cause covid donc peux pas juger mais deux activités par semaine au sein de l'école (cinéma, billard, jeux de société) Mieux que rien !
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6 weeks, October – December 2020
Value for money (5 / 5)
Destination (5 / 5)
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School (4.5 / 5)
School location
School facilities
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Teaching (5 / 5)
Course materials
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Accommodation (5 / 5) (Host family)
Bedroom
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Meals
Leisure (4.3 / 5)
Leisure activities offered by the school
Trips offered by the school
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Do you think you've made progress?
« Etant de niveau intermédiaire B2-C1, l'école a accepté que je suive les cours de niveau C1 même si j'étais inscrit au test Cambridge FCE B2. Cela m'a été extrêmement utile surtout dans le vocabulaire pour les parties de compréhension et expression écrite. Je les remercie pour cela. »
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School highlights
« Sa situation géographique et son atmosphère générale. Une ville parfaite pour découvrir la province anglaise hors Londres »
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Top tips
« Se promener le long du Tyne et dans les immenses parcs de la ville (Nuns Moore, Leazes Park...) Visiter York, Durham et Tynemouth sur la côte, les plages sont splendides »
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24 years old - Italy
/ 5
2 weeks, February 2020
Value for money (5 / 5)
Destination (5 / 5)
Overall impression of the city
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School (4.3 / 5)
School location
School facilities
Classrooms
Nationality mix
Teaching (5 / 5)
Course materials
Relations with the teachers
Classroom atmosphere
Accommodation (4.3 / 5) (Residence)
Bedroom
Shower / Bathroom
Leisure (4.7 / 5)
Leisure activities offered by the school
Trips offered by the school
Staff availability
27 years old - Spain
/ 5
Demasiado alumno de España.
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3 weeks, July – August 2019
Value for money (4 / 5)
Destination (4.7 / 5)
Overall impression of the city
Overall impression of the country
Overall impression of the trip
School (3.3 / 5)
School location
School facilities
Classrooms
Nationality mix
Teaching (5 / 5)
Course materials
Relations with the teachers
Classroom atmosphere
Accommodation (3.7 / 5) (Residence)
Bedroom
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Leisure (4.3 / 5)
Leisure activities offered by the school
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Do you think you've made progress?
« Sí »
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School highlights
« Tener a un único profesor, que además era muy bueno. »
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35 years old - Switzerland
/ 5
3 weeks, December 2019
Value for money (5 / 5)
Destination (5 / 5)
Overall impression of the city
Overall impression of the country
Overall impression of the trip
School (4.5 / 5)
School location
School facilities
Classrooms
Nationality mix
Teaching (4.3 / 5)
Course materials
Relations with the teachers
Classroom atmosphere
Accommodation (3 / 5) (Shared apartment)
Bedroom
Shower / Bathroom
Leisure (4.3 / 5)
Leisure activities offered by the school
Trips offered by the school
Staff availability
Do you think you've made progress?
« Ja, vor allem durchs tägliche Reden in der Schule und mit den Studenten »
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School highlights
« Standort, Grösse der Schule »
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Top tips
« Social activities »
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18 years old - Germany
/ 5
7 weeks, August – September 2019
Value for money (4 / 5)
Destination (4 / 5)
Overall impression of the city
Overall impression of the country
Overall impression of the trip
School (3.5 / 5)
School location
School facilities
Classrooms
Nationality mix
Teaching (4.7 / 5)
Course materials
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Accommodation (4.3 / 5) ()
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Leisure (4.3 / 5)
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Do you think you've made progress?
« Ja, denn ich fühle mich in der englischen Sprache deutlich sicherer. Also würde ich den Fortschritt als groß und erfolgreich bezeichnen »
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19 years old - Switzerland
/ 5
Viele verschiedene Nationalitäten waren vor Ort, jedoch immer sehr viele Personen aus der gleichen Nation. Auch viele Schweizer vor Ort. Durchschnittsalter, Nationalitäten der Studierenden in der Gruppe und Anzahl der Teilnehmenden pro Klasse nicht ganz bestimmbar, da immer dies immer variiert hat. Unterkunft war super. Genial dass ein Gemeinschaftsraum, ein Kinoraum, ein Lernraum, eine Rezeption mit einer Polstergruppe und eine Gemeinschaftsküche vorhanden ist um sich dort zu treffen / lernen / kochen / Filme und Serien schauen. Ebenfalls toll ist dass die Rezeption 24 Stunden am Tag besetzt ist und immer jemand da ist für den Notfall. Die Zimmer sind gross und modern eingerichtet, absolut genug Platz vorhanden. Ein grosser Vorteil ist, dass das Bad im eigenen Zimmer vorhanden ist und einem selber gehört. Unterkunft ist ebenfalls sehr Nahe am Zentrum, Einkaufsladen in der Nähe vorhanden sowie Ausgangsviertel ganz in der Nähe. Küche soweit gut eingerichtet, falls etwas fehlen sollte, kann man ganz unkompliziert bei der Rezeption nachfragen. Die Schule bietet viele verschiedene Ausflüge (meist Samstags) und Aktivitäten (meist während der Woche) an. Ausflüge sind sehr zu empfehlen, da manche Orte schwerer zu erreichen sind als andere. Aktivitäten ebenfalls zu empfehlen. Schule gibt auch Auskunft über andere Orte. Dinge die man besuchen / machen kann. Ausflüge und Aktivitäten wiederholen sich immer wieder, wenn man also einmal nicht teilnehmen konnte ist die Chance gross erneut die Möglichkeit zu erhalten sich anzumelden. Gutes Preis-Leistungs Verhältnis.
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12 weeks, March – June 2019
Value for money (5 / 5)
Destination (5 / 5)
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School (4.5 / 5)
School location
School facilities
Classrooms
Nationality mix
Teaching (5 / 5)
Course materials
Relations with the teachers
Classroom atmosphere
Accommodation (5 / 5) (Residence)
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Leisure (5 / 5)
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Do you think you've made progress?
« Ja, ich habe Fortschritte erzielt. Grundsätzlich bin ich eine Person, die für ein Fach lernen muss. Ich sehe es jedoch als grossen Vorteil, wenn man sich längere Zeit im Land der lernenden Sprache aufhält, da man von dieser Umgeben ist und gar keine andere Möglichkeit hat. Wir waren viel mit Schweizer unterwegs, in meinem Fall hat es jedoch trotzdem positiv geendet, da wir auch mit anderen Leuten zusammen waren und wie gesagt, man ist umgeben von der Sprache. Ich denke jedoch, dass dies immer auf das Level darauf ankommt. Mir hat ausserdem sehr geholfen dass ich mir Umgangssprache - z.B gesprochen von meinen Lehrern oder dem Staff - gemerkt habe. So hat man Ausdrücke, die man evtl. in der Schule nicht einfach so lernen würde. »
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School highlights
« Man hatte immer das Gefühl, gut aufgehoben zu sein und wenn man eine Frage oder Problem hatte, hat die Schule sich Zeit für einen genommen. Aktivitäten und Ausflüge sind sehr abwechslungsreich und für jeden sollte was dabei sein. »
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Top tips
« Am ersten Schultag auf keinen Fall zu spät sein, gut aufpassen was sie dann erklären. Auch bei Aktivitäten oder Ausflügen nie zu spät sein oder sich ansonsten melden, damit möglichst pünktlich losgelegt werden kann. Wichtig ist auch, dass man versucht, gleich zu Beginn auf Leute zuzugehen obwohl das auch sehr schwierig sein kann. So stellt man sicher, dass man den Anschluss nicht verpasst. Wecome-Party an jedem Montag sind eine gute Möglichkeit, viele Leute kennenzulernen, da auch Studenten anwesend sind, die schon länger an der Schule sind. »
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24 years old - Italy
/ 5
6 weeks, August – September 2019
Value for money (4 / 5)
Destination (4.3 / 5)
Overall impression of the city
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Overall impression of the trip
School (4.5 / 5)
School location
School facilities
Classrooms
Nationality mix
Teaching (4.3 / 5)
Course materials
Relations with the teachers
Classroom atmosphere
Accommodation (4.5 / 5) (Host family)
Bedroom
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Leisure (5 / 5)
Leisure activities offered by the school
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44 years old - Spain
/ 5
En período vacacional de julio y agosto la escuela estaba bastante masificada, son horarios poco flexibles y algunas horas muertas entre clases. Habían muchos españoles en la escuela.
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4 weeks, July – August 2019
Value for money (4 / 5)
Destination (4.3 / 5)
Overall impression of the city
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School (3.8 / 5)
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School facilities
Classrooms
Nationality mix
Teaching (4.7 / 5)
Course materials
Relations with the teachers
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Accommodation (2.7 / 5) (Residence)
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Leisure (3.7 / 5)
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25 years old - Switzerland
/ 5
8 weeks, June – August 2019
Value for money (5 / 5)
Destination (5 / 5)
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Overall impression of the country
Overall impression of the trip
School (4 / 5)
School location
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Nationality mix
Teaching (4.7 / 5)
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Accommodation (4.8 / 5) (Host family)
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Leisure (4 / 5)
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22 years old - Switzerland
/ 5
4 weeks, July – August 2019
Value for money (5 / 5)
Destination (4.3 / 5)
Overall impression of the city
Overall impression of the country
Overall impression of the trip
School (3.5 / 5)
School location
School facilities
Classrooms
Nationality mix
Teaching (4.3 / 5)
Course materials
Relations with the teachers
Classroom atmosphere
Accommodation (4.3 / 5) (Residence)
Bedroom
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Leisure (3.3 / 5)
Leisure activities offered by the school
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Testimonials
Inés Mateos Bernabé
Inés Mateos Bernabé
International House, Newcastle
Duration: 8 weeks

It is difficult for me to say in few words what my two-month stay in Newcastle was like. It was a beautiful, unforgettable experience. When I arrived in Newcastle, I didn’t know the city nor what it looked like. I stayed with a family who was hosting another Swiss student, which really helped me at the beginning. The family was very friendly and neither my roommate nor I had any problems with them. They talked with us a lot and we could even attend a family gathering, where we got to know them better. The school was perfect, I enjoyed going to class and I learnt a lot. The teachers and the staff were very friendly. Besides the school offers a well-organised activities’ programme.

But above all, I made friends with many people. I met students from all over the world and I lived experiences that I will stay with me forever. I have kept in touch with some of them. Newcastle is a university town and you’ll see young people everywhere at any time of day. It is a lively city and from there, you can visit many other places in England and Scotland. Another reason why I would recommend Newcastle is that there are many native English speakers there. You can therefore easily practice English because they are all very friendly and helpful with everyone. If you are interested in football, you can attend memorable matches and meet English supporters. If you want to learn English, go to Newcastle, you will like the city, learn lots of things and meet interesting people.

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Jihad Fjaili
Jihad Fjaili
International House, Newcastle
Duration: 3 months

I spent my three-month language stay in a school called International House. It was an excellent school with excellent teachers and a warm welcome. As for my English, I made lots of progress from the very first day. When I first arrived I would get stuck but you definitely improve by practicing at school, outside school and at home. It was certainly worth it as I was level A2 when I arrived and B2 when I finished, you can even take exams but you need to check the exact dates. It was a very, very good experience and what’s great about learning a language in the country is that you have to speak English, you have no choice but to speak English, and that’s how you improve.

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Mathieu Briguet
Mathieu Briguet
International House, Newcastle
Duration: 12 weeks

The IH school is excellent. There is a great atmosphere and people are very friendly. Besides, teachers are nice, my class was good and the other students exceptional. It was a pleasure to go to school! My host family was nice to me. I could play with the son and it was a good way of improving my English. Newcastle is a big city. You can find everything in the town centre and it is easy to visit the city with the subway or on foot. There are also many pubs. If you are looking for a restaurant: there are all located in the town centre. You can find anything you want: Italian, Chinese, etc… And to finish with, the free excursion to Edinburg was great : the weather was nice, it is a beautiful city and there is a lot to visit.

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Host family
All families selected by the school live around 15-25 minutes away from the language school building and offer you accommodation in a single room with half-board. This is perhaps the best way to make the most out of your stay as you will be completely immersed in the English culture and language.

Studios
These self-catering student apartments are located in the city centre and only 15 minutes on foot from the school! Your en-suite studio will allow you to enjoy a perfect balance between privacy and socialising, as the building itself offers great common areas such as an outdoor courtyard (with a barbeque area!) and a game room. You’ll also have access to an on-site gym so you can keep working out while you’re abroad. Laundry facilities and WiFi are also available.

The school organises a varied program of activities all year round, including cultural outings and excursions. You can visit, for example, Edinburgh, the capital of Scotland, York, a beautiful example of a medieval town, Dunstanburgh and its 13th century castle, Alnwick castle the location of Hogwarts in the first Harry Potter movies, Bamburgh castle and Holy Island with their Viking connections or Durham and its cathedral, built by the Normans. For nature-lovers, The Lake District is a must-see. Some go as far as saying that it is one of Europe’s most magnificent regions. At the very least, it is the most famous national park in England.

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