PORTUGUESE LEARNING

Alpha International English School

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Course description

The course focuses on everyday communication, covering essential vocabulary, grammar, and cultural insights. Through interactive lessons, practical exercises, and real-life scenarios, you’ll quickly build the confidence to speak and understand Portuguese in various settings. Whether for travel, work, or personal growth, this course provides a solid foundation to help you engage with Portuguese speakers effectively.

Course topics

Listening, Speaking, Pronunciation, Reading, Writing, Vocabulary, Grammar and Activities

Class schedule

Course duration
1-52 weeks
Start dates
Every first Monday of the month
Classes per week
5 lessons per week (each lesson lasts 60 min)
Class days
Monday - Friday

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.

Class size

Average 5 students
Maximum 10 students

Student age

Age range 15 - 65 years old
Average 18 years old
(20 in the summer)

Certificate

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

67% recommend

based on 3 reviews
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"Wasa bad experience, bad accommodation"

Francisco Gaspar, student from Angola

I didn't like everything. The school didn’t have good teachers, the class was not motivating, and the accommodation was very bad. I left before I finish my 26-week course without certificate. The school did not look for another accommodation which was a waste of my money. It was a bad experience.

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My ratings for this school

Quality of teaching
School facilities
Social activities
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Housing
Duration of study
25 weeks
Date of study
4 Jan 2016 - 1 Jul 2016
Would you recommend this school?
No
This is a verified review. This student has booked a course at this school through Language International.
Henry Swengi Kiyombo, Operation Manager at Alpha International English School responded to this review.
13 July 2023

Thank you for your feedback. We appreciate the time you have taken to share your thoughts with us.

"Incomparable"

Eric Tchouandom

I really appreciated studying at Alpha International English School because they customized programs to each of the learner's needs.

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My ratings for this school

Quality of teaching
School facilities
Social activities
School location
Housing
Duration of study
8 weeks
Date of study
2 Dec 2010 - 2 Feb 2011
Would you recommend this school?
Yes
Henry Swengi Kiyombo, Operation Manager at Alpha International English School responded to this review.
13 July 2023

Thank you for your feedback. We appreciate the time you have taken to share your thoughts with us.

"I had a memorable stay in Pretoria"

ELZA CHAPBOU FOMO

I enjoyed the VIP classroom with air-con. The teachers were very friendly. The school was close to public transport. Students have free access to internet, and Wi-Fi. We had outings every month to a new touristic site.

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My ratings for this school

Quality of teaching
School facilities
Social activities
School location
Housing
Duration of study
46 weeks
Date of study
6 Jan 2014 - 28 Nov 2014
Would you recommend this school?
Yes
Henry Swengi Kiyombo, Operation Manager at Alpha International English School responded to this review.
13 July 2023

Thank you for your feedback. We appreciate the time you have taken to share your thoughts with us.

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Housing

ALPHA offers the following housing types:
apartment

Bachelor (1 Room) Apartment - Single-person room - No meals

84 €
weekly
Housing type: Shared apartment
Room type: Single-person room
Board type: No meals
Facilities: Private bathroom, kitchen, computers, 24/7 supervision, sports facilities, and other
Distance to school: 10 minutes by walk
Availability: January - December
Check-in: Sunday, anytime
Check-out: Saturday, anytime
84 €
Our residence accommodation in Pretoria is ideally suited to our adult students, visiting professionals and students interested in English for academic purpose. Most of them are newly built and spacious, Apartments are closed to the English school. You will enjoy modern amenities both in the individual accommodation and in the general facilities on offer. Our accommodation is the perfect atmosphere for international students to experience and immerse themselves in the South African culture, and to make new friends.

Each apartment is also equipped with Internet facility.

Our residences include all the essentials of comfortable residence living:

Fully secure and security managed 24/7.
Proximity to Shopping centers
Parking, covered and not covered
Tennis and squash courts, swimming pools and garden
Other futures include:
Seminar room
Computer Centre
TV lounge with DSTV
Laundry facility
NB: Resident wardens to assist with emergencies
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.

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 Pretoria 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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