Course description
This unique option offers students the chance to stay in a local home and discover a different lifestyle and culture. Students can practise their language skills in a natural setting, while enjoying all the comforts and pleasures of a warm, welcoming home.
Minimum stay: one week
Age: 12 - 18 years
What's included
20 English lessons per week (15 hours)
Course materials
End of course certificate
Full board accommodation
Supervised activity programme (per week):
5 half-day activities and 3 evening activities
1 full-day excursion (for students staying minimum 2 weeks)
EC bus to all activities and school
English Course
General English – 20 lessons (15 hours) per week. The course will help improve English language skills by focusing on the key areas: speaking, listening, reading and writing. A strong focus is placed on speech and using the language confidently and fluently.
Lessons are engaging and designed especially for young learners. Teachers aim to satisfy any interest, with a focus on communication to boost students' confidence when using English in practical situations. Regular tests and conversation classes help to ensure that students improve their English as much as possible.
Our dedicated and professional teaching staff provide feedback and support and help students build confidence to speak English.
Course topics
Listening, Speaking, Pronunciation, Reading, Writing, Vocabulary, Grammar and Activities
Class schedule
Course duration
1-6 weeks
Start dates
Every Monday (29 Jun - 03 Aug)
Classes per week
20 lessons per week (each lesson lasts 45 min)
Class days
Monday - Friday
School holidays
01 Jan 2025 and 25 Dec 2025
EC Cape Town (Junior) does not hold classes on the holiday dates above. The school does not compensate for these holidays, so make sure to choose your start date accordingly.
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. You may also take this test before your arrival in Cape Town.
Student age
| Age range |
12 - 18 years old |
Certificate
A certificate of completion will be issued at the end of the course.
