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International House
Newcastle, England UK
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7-15 Gallowgate - NE14SG Newcastle - see on map
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What we like about the school
  • TOP 8% highest inspection scores among all UK schools in British Council inspection (Gazette 2021/2022).
  • Large social room with free coffee, tea and pool table.
  • Excellent rating of teaching quality
    5
  • Excellent rating of homestay accommodation
    5
  • Top rated school facilities
    4.4

This school is an official exam centre for the FCE, CAE and CELTA exams.

Location: International House Newcastle is located in the vibrant and unique city of Newcastle, in northeastern England. The school is housed in a large Victorian building in the city centre, with many amenities, bars, shops, eateries and attractions nearby. The stadium of Newcastle Football Club is just around the corner! Additional sites of interest within walking distance of the school include the Laing Art Gallery, the Theatre Royal, Grainger Market, the Discovery Museum, the Life Science Centre and much more!

Course selection: International House Newcastle supplies programmes for students of all levels and various ages throughout the year. In addition to General English courses, taught over several schedules and intensities, Young Learner and Teacher Training programmes are available at specific times throughout the year. Private tuition, Business English, Exam Preparation (CELTA, FCE, CAE, CPE, IELTS), DELTA, and multiple courses for specific learning are also available. Private tuition is available in conjunction with or independently from any other course or programme.

Social and cultural: The school provides varied activities and excursion opportunities for students to enjoy as they wish. Evening activities may include movie nights, welcome dinners, club nights out, and sports nights. Excursions are varied and can include trips to Edinburgh, York, Hadrian's Wall, the Lake District, the Castles of Northumbria and more!

Accommodation: Homestay facilities within local families, Studios and shared apartment accommodation can be arranged through the school, subject to availability.

English Courses

General Language
FREE changes
FREE cancellation up to 14 days before the start of your course.
Weeks 1 2 3 4 6 8 10 13 14 24 25
Price at school (£) Our price (£) 350 333 700 665 1,050 998 1,400 1,330 2,040 1,938 2,720 2,584 3,400 3,230 4,290 4,076 4,620 4,389 7,920 7,524 8,000 7,600
Price in US$ 449 898 1,346 1,795 2,615 3,486 4,358 5,498 5,921 10,150 10,253
Starting dates
Every Monday

This course includes 20 general English lessons and 5 hours of Personal Study Programme per week.

Course specific data
General course schedule
5 daily lessons of 55 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 9:00 - 11:00
Afternoon: 13:00 - 16:00
Possible course durations
1-99 weeks
Language levels of course
Suitable for all levels: Beginner (A1) - Proficiency (C2)
Minimum required student age
16 years
Students per class
Maximum: 12 / Average: 8
Lesson duration
55 min
Student reviews about "General English for Life 25" at International House
Ryszard 5.0
"I have no complaints."
FREE changes
FREE cancellation up to 14 days before the start of your course.
Weeks 1 2 3 4 6 8 10 13 14 24 25
Price at school (£) Our price (£) 290 276 580 551 870 827 1,160 1,102 1,680 1,596 2,240 2,128 2,800 2,660 3,510 3,335 3,780 3,591 6,480 6,156 6,500 6,175
Price in US$ 372 744 1,115 1,487 2,154 2,871 3,589 4,499 4,845 8,305 8,331
Starting dates
Every Monday

This course includes 10 general English lessons and 5 hours of Personal Study Programme per week.

Course specific data
General course schedule
3 daily lessons of 55 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 9:00 - 12:00
Possible course durations
1-99 weeks
Language levels of course
Suitable for all levels: Beginner (A1) - Proficiency (C2)
Minimum required student age
16 years
Students per class
Maximum: 12 / Average: 8
Lesson duration
55 min
Junior
FREE changes
FREE cancellation up to 14 days before the start of your course.
Weeks 1 2
Price at school (£) Our price (£) 660 627 1,320 1,254
Price in US$ 846 1,692
Starting dates
2026: 20 Jul 2026, 27 Jul 2026
Course specific data
Possible course durations
1, 2 weeks
Required minimum language level
Absolute Beginner (A0)
Minimum required student age
12 years
Age range:
12 - 17 years
Students per class
Maximum: 12 / Average: 8
Lesson duration
55 min
FREE changes
FREE cancellation up to 14 days before the start of your course.
Weeks 1 2 3 4 5 6 7
Price at school (£) Our price (£) 880 858 1,760 1,716 2,640 2,574 3,520 3,432 4,400 4,290 5,280 5,148 6,160 6,006
Price in US$ 1,158 2,315 3,473 4,630 5,788 6,945 8,103
Starting dates
2026: 22 Jun 2026, 29 Jun 2026, 06 Jul 2026, 13 Jul 2026, 20 Jul 2026, 27 Jul 2026, 03 Aug 2026

This course offers a combined package of English lessosn, educational trips, evening social events and weekend excursions.

A travel safeguarding supplement of GBP 40 is added to all booking for those students of 14 years or under.

Prices
Course price includes accommodation
Homestay, Single room, Breakfast, lunch & dinner
Interested in this course without accommodation? Please contact us.
Course specific data
General course schedule
5 daily lessons of 55 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 9:00 - 12:00
Afternoon: 13:00 - 17:00
Possible course durations
1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7 weeks
Language levels of course
Suitable for all levels: Beginner (A1) - Proficiency (C2)
Minimum required student age
12 years
Age range:
12 - 17 years
Students per class
Maximum: 12 / Average: 8
Lesson duration
55 min
Private
FREE changes
FREE cancellation up to 14 days before the start of your course.
Weeks 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 12
Price at school (£) Our price (£) 600 570 1,200 1,140 1,800 1,710 2,400 2,280 3,000 2,850 3,600 3,420 4,200 3,990 4,800 4,560 5,400 5,130 6,000 5,700 7,200 6,840
Price in US$ 769 1,538 2,307 3,076 3,845 4,614 5,383 6,152 6,921 7,690 9,228
Starting dates
Every Day

This course allows students to focus on their specific language needs.

Course specific data
General course schedule
2 daily lessons of 55 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 9:00 - 12:00
Afternoon: 14:00 - 16:00
Possible course durations
1-99 weeks
Language levels of course
Suitable for all levels: Beginner (A1) - Proficiency (C2)
Minimum required student age
16 years
Students per class
Maximum: 1 / Average: 1
Lesson duration
55 min
Business
FREE changes
FREE cancellation up to 14 days before the start of your course.
Weeks 1 2 3 4 6 8 10 13 14 24 25
Price at school (£) Our price (£) 290 276 580 551 870 827 1,160 1,102 1,680 1,596 2,240 2,128 2,800 2,660 3,510 3,335 3,780 3,591 6,480 6,156 6,500 6,175
Price in US$ 372 744 1,115 1,487 2,154 2,871 3,589 4,499 4,845 8,305 8,331
Starting dates
Every Monday

This course includes 10 business English lessons and 5 hours of Personal Study Programme per week.

Course specific data
General course schedule
3 daily lessons of 55 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 9:00 - 12:00
Possible course durations
1-99 weeks
Required minimum language level
Lower intermediate (B1) or higher
Minimum required student age
16 years
Students per class
Maximum: 12 / Average: 8
Lesson duration
55 min
FREE changes
FREE cancellation up to 14 days before the start of your course.
Weeks 1 2 3 4 6 8 10 13 14 24 25
Price at school (£) Our price (£) 350 333 700 665 1,050 998 1,400 1,330 2,040 1,938 2,720 2,584 3,400 3,230 4,290 4,076 4,620 4,389 7,920 7,524 8,000 7,600
Price in US$ 449 898 1,346 1,795 2,615 3,486 4,358 5,498 5,921 10,150 10,253
Starting dates
Every Monday

This course includes 15 busiuness English lessons and 10 general English lessons per week.

Course specific data
General course schedule
5 daily lessons of 55 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 9:00 - 12:00
Afternoon: 13:00 - 16:00
Possible course durations
1-99 weeks
Required minimum language level
Lower intermediate (B1) or higher
Minimum required student age
16 years
Students per class
Maximum: 12 / Average: 8
Lesson duration
55 min
FREE changes
FREE cancellation up to 14 days before the start of your course.
Weeks 1 2 3 4 5 6 8 10 12 13 25
Price at school (£) Our price (£) 350 333 700 665 1,050 998 1,400 1,330 1,700 1,615 2,040 1,938 2,720 2,584 3,400 3,230 4,080 3,876 4,290 4,076 8,000 7,600
Price in US$ 449 898 1,346 1,795 2,179 2,615 3,486 4,358 5,229 5,498 10,253
Starting dates
Every Monday

General English 25 combined with 5 private Aviation English lessons per week. Ideal for pilots, air traffic controllers and aeronautical station operators.

Course specific data
General course schedule
6 daily lessons of 55 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 9:00 - 12:00
Afternoon: 13:00 - 16:00
Possible course durations
1-99 weeks
Required minimum language level
Upper intermediate (B2) or higher
Minimum required student age
16 years
Students per class
Maximum: 12 / Average: 8
Lesson duration
55 min
Exam PreparationWhy exam preparation courses are excellent for optimum progress
FREE changes
FREE cancellation up to 14 days before the start of your course.
Weeks 1 2 3 4 5 6 8 10 12 13 25
Price at school (£) Our price (£) 290 276 580 551 870 827 1,160 1,102 1,400 1,330 1,680 1,596 2,240 2,128 2,800 2,660 3,360 3,192 3,510 3,335 6,500 6,175
Price in US$ 372 744 1,115 1,487 1,795 2,154 2,871 3,589 4,307 4,499 8,331
Starting dates
Every Monday
International House is an examination centre for Cambridge First Certificate.

This course includes 10 general English lessons and 5 hours of exam preparation with the Personal Study Programme per week.

Course specific data
General course schedule
3 daily lessons of 55 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 9:00 - 12:00
Possible course durations
1-99 weeks
Required minimum language level
Upper intermediate (B2) or higher
Minimum required student age
16 years
Students per class
Maximum: 12 / Average: 8
Lesson duration
55 min
FREE changes
FREE cancellation up to 14 days before the start of your course.
Weeks 1 2 3 4 5 6 8 10 12 13 25
Price at school (£) Our price (£) 350 333 700 665 1,050 998 1,400 1,330 1,700 1,615 2,040 1,938 2,720 2,584 3,400 3,230 4,080 3,876 4,290 4,076 8,000 7,600
Price in US$ 449 898 1,346 1,795 2,179 2,615 3,486 4,358 5,229 5,498 10,253
Starting dates
Every Monday
International House is an examination centre for Cambridge First Certificate.

This course includes 20 general English lessons and 5 hours of exam preparation with the Personal Study Programme per week.


Course specific data
General course schedule
5 daily lessons of 55 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 9:00 - 12:00
Possible course durations
1-99 weeks
Required minimum language level
Upper intermediate (B2) or higher
Minimum required student age
16 years
Students per class
Maximum: 12 / Average: 8
Lesson duration
55 min
Exam fee
20 £
Average Cambridge First Certificate exam score of former students of this course
88
FREE changes
FREE cancellation up to 14 days before the start of your course.
Weeks 1 2 3 4 5 6 8 10 12 13 25
Price at school (£) Our price (£) 290 276 580 551 870 827 1,160 1,102 1,400 1,330 1,680 1,596 2,240 2,128 2,800 2,660 3,360 3,192 3,510 3,335 6,500 6,175
Price in US$ 372 744 1,115 1,487 1,795 2,154 2,871 3,589 4,307 4,499 8,331
Starting dates
Every Monday
International House is an examination centre for Cambridge Advanced Certificate.

This course includes 10 general English lessons and 5 hours of exam preparation with the Personal Study Programme per week.

Course specific data
General course schedule
3 daily lessons of 55 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 9:00 - 12:00
Possible course durations
1-99 weeks
Required minimum language level
Advanced (C1) or higher
Minimum required student age
16 years
Students per class
Maximum: 12 / Average: 8
Lesson duration
55 min
Exam fee
200 £
FREE changes
FREE cancellation up to 14 days before the start of your course.
Weeks 1 2 3 4 5 6 8 10 12 13 25
Price at school (£) Our price (£) 350 333 700 665 1,050 998 1,400 1,330 1,700 1,615 2,040 1,938 2,720 2,584 3,400 3,230 4,080 3,876 4,290 4,076 8,000 7,600
Price in US$ 449 898 1,346 1,795 2,179 2,615 3,486 4,358 5,229 5,498 10,253
Starting dates
Every Monday
International House is an examination centre for Cambridge Advanced Certificate.

This course includes 20 general English lessons and 5 hours of exam preparation with the Personal Study Programme per week.

Course specific data
General course schedule
5 daily lessons of 55 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 9:00 - 12:00
Possible course durations
1-99 weeks
Required minimum language level
Advanced (C1) or higher
Minimum required student age
16 years
Students per class
Maximum: 12 / Average: 8
Lesson duration
55 min
Exam fee
200 £
FREE changes
FREE cancellation up to 14 days before the start of your course.
Weeks 1 2 3 4 5 6 8 10 12 13 25
Price at school (£) Our price (£) 290 276 580 551 870 827 1,160 1,102 1,400 1,330 1,680 1,596 2,240 2,128 2,800 2,660 3,360 3,192 3,510 3,335 6,500 6,175
Price in US$ 372 744 1,115 1,487 1,795 2,154 2,871 3,589 4,307 4,499 8,331
Starting dates
Every Monday

This course includes 10 general English lessons and 5 hours of exam preparation with the Personal Study Programme per week.

Course specific data
General course schedule
3 daily lessons of 55 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 9:00 - 12:00
Possible course durations
1-99 weeks
Required minimum language level
Proficiency (C2)
Minimum required student age
16 years
Students per class
Maximum: 12 / Average: 8
Lesson duration
55 min
Exam fee
200 £
FREE changes
FREE cancellation up to 14 days before the start of your course.
Weeks 1 2 3 4 5 6 8 10 12 13 25
Price at school (£) Our price (£) 350 333 700 665 1,050 998 1,400 1,330 1,700 1,615 2,040 1,938 2,720 2,584 3,400 3,230 4,080 3,876 4,290 4,076 8,000 7,600
Price in US$ 449 898 1,346 1,795 2,179 2,615 3,486 4,358 5,229 5,498 10,253
Starting dates
Every Monday

This course includes 20 general English lessons and 5 hours of exam preparation with the Personal Study Programme per week.

Course specific data
General course schedule
5 daily lessons of 55 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 9:00 - 12:00
Possible course durations
1-99 weeks
Required minimum language level
Proficiency (C2)
Minimum required student age
16 years
Students per class
Maximum: 12 / Average: 8
Lesson duration
55 min
Exam fee
200 £
FREE changes
FREE cancellation up to 14 days before the start of your course.
Weeks 1 2 3 4 6 8 10 13 14 24 25
Price at school (£) Our price (£) 290 276 580 551 870 827 1,160 1,102 1,680 1,596 2,240 2,128 2,800 2,660 3,510 3,335 3,780 3,591 6,480 6,156 6,500 6,175
Price in US$ 372 744 1,115 1,487 2,154 2,871 3,589 4,499 4,845 8,305 8,331
Starting dates
Every Monday

This course includes 10 IELTS preparation lessons and 5 hours of Personal Study Programme per week.

Course specific data
General course schedule
3 daily lessons of 55 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 9:00 - 12:00
Possible course durations
1-99 weeks
Required minimum language level
Lower intermediate (B1) or higher
Minimum required student age
16 years
Students per class
Maximum: 12 / Average: 8
Lesson duration
55 min
FREE changes
FREE cancellation up to 14 days before the start of your course.
Weeks 1 2 3 4 6 8 10 13 14 24 25
Price at school (£) Our price (£) 350 333 700 665 1,050 998 1,400 1,330 2,040 1,938 2,720 2,584 3,400 3,230 4,290 4,076 4,620 4,389 7,920 7,524 8,000 7,600
Price in US$ 449 898 1,346 1,795 2,615 3,486 4,358 5,498 5,921 10,150 10,253
Starting dates
Every Monday

This course includes 15 IELTS preparation lessons and 10 general English lessons per week.

Course specific data
General course schedule
5 daily lessons of 55 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 9:00 - 12:00
Possible course durations
1-99 weeks
Required minimum language level
Lower intermediate (B1) or higher
Minimum required student age
16 years
Students per class
Maximum: 12 / Average: 8
Lesson duration
55 min
FREE changes
FREE cancellation up to 14 days before the start of your course.
Weeks 4
Price at school (£) Our price (£) 1,700 1,615
Price in US$ 2,179
Starting dates
2026: 02 Feb 2026, 01 Jun 2026, 14 Sep 2026, 16 Nov 2026
International House is an examination centre for CELTA.

This is an introductory teacher training course designed for candidates with little to no previous English language teaching experience.

Course specific data
Possible course durations
4 weeks
Required minimum language level
Upper intermediate (B2) or higher
Minimum required student age
20 years
Students per class
Maximum: 12 / Average: 8
Lesson duration
55 min
Specialty Courses
FREE changes
FREE cancellation up to 14 days before the start of your course.
Weeks 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 12
Price at school (£) Our price (£) 450 428 900 855 1,350 1,283 1,800 1,710 2,250 2,138 2,700 2,565 3,150 2,993 3,600 3,420 4,050 3,848 4,500 4,275 5,400 5,130
Price in US$ 577 1,154 1,731 2,307 2,884 3,461 4,037 4,614 5,191 5,768 6,921
Starting dates
Every Monday
Course specific data
Possible course durations
1-99 weeks
Required minimum language level
Advanced (C1) or higher
Students per class
Maximum: 12 / Average: 8
Lesson duration
55 min

Our prices for International House include

  • INCLUDED Wireless LAN zone at school
  • INCLUDED Free certificate of course attendance
  • INCLUDED Language level placement test at first day of classes

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Student opinions about International House, Newcastle

4.9
Overall school rating of
International House, Newcastle
7 authentic ratings from students who booked with us
School
Location of the school
4.9 
Facilities
4.4 
Social activities
4.0 
Organisation
4.6 
Course
Quality of teaching
5.0 
Value for money
4.7 
Accommodation
Homestay
5.0 
Overall school rating by student age group
Students < 18 years (1 rating)
5.0 
Students 18-30 years (2 ratings)
5.0 
Students 31-49 years (0 ratings)
0.0 
Students 50+ years (3 ratings)
4.7 
Verified reviews only, uncensored. All student opinions from students who booked a course at the school with LanguageCourse.net.
Overall rating
5.0
“The quality of the teaching staff.”
“Nothing to highlight, in general everything was good.”
Verified  
Course: General English 10 - 1 week
Review date: 11. Nov. 2025
Overall rating
5.0
“Loved it!!! The teacher and the students were all so lovely! The atmosphere was perfect. And my absolute favourite is the social Program :))”
“Actually, I don't know what I should write here... I really enjoyed my time at Ih.”
Insider tip: “Welcome Night :) Best way to find new friends”
Quality of teaching / language progress: Loved it :) Perfect amount of lessons.
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Course: General English 20 - 2 weeks
Review date: 1. Jul. 2024
Overall rating
5.0
“I really liked the way of teaching, the people are also friendly and so are the teachers. The location of the school is right in the centre which is a huge plus.”
“Nothing”
Insider tip: “I do not have any tips for new students”
Quality of teaching / language progress: I have no complaints.
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Course: General English for Life 25 - 1 week
Review date: 7. Aug. 2023
Overall rating
5.0
Quality of teaching / language progress: Very valuable small group lessons to promote exchanges Teacher attentive to the needs, requests of the group
Verified  
Course: General English 20 - 1 week
Review date: 12. Jul. 2022
Overall rating
5.0
Verified  
Course: General English for Life 25 - 2 weeks
Review date: 3. Aug. 2026
Overall rating
5.0
Verified  
Course: General English 20 - 1 week
Review date: 11. Jul. 2022
Overall rating
4.0
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Course: Business English 15 - 1 week
Review date: 14. Jun. 2022

Ratings of International House compared to ratings of all schools in England UK

 International House NewcastleAverage of all other schools in England UK
Overall school rating4.94.3
Location of the school4.94.6
Facilities4.43.9
Social activities4.03.8
Organisation4.64.2
Quality of teaching5.04.3
Value for money4.73.9
Homestay5.04.1
Shared flat5.04.0

International House (IH)

Accreditations and Quality seals
ALTOBritish councilEAQUALSEnglish UKStudent Visa SponsorPreferential Terms in Case of Visa RefusalIHWO, ISI
English teacher qualifications
100% hold a university degree
100% hold a recognised language teaching qualification
Languages spoken by school staff (cannot be guaranteed by school)
Offer for returning students
When you book here, you will be refunded/waived the school's administration fee if you have already attended a course previously at International House.
Year of school foundation
1978
The school is an official exam center
The following language examinations can be taken directly at the school:

General school facilities

  • Cafeteria

  • Computer lab

  • Free after-class access to language learning software

  • Lounge

  • Student support desk

  • Printer for student use

  • Free coffee

  • Free water dispenser

  • Free WIFI

  • Paid parking (<500m)

  • Classroom equipment

    • TV in all classrooms

    • Electronic whiteboard in most classrooms

    • Air conditioning in some classrooms

    • Heating in all classrooms

    • Ample natural light in all classrooms

    • Number of classrooms: 16

    Facilities for disabled students

    • Wheelchair access to classroom

    • Accessible Toilet

    • Wheelchair access to reception

Student Age / Nationality

Top student nationalities
Student Nationality Percentage of students
Spain 16%
Italy 14%
China 14%
Saudi Arabia 12%
Brazil 12%
Switzerland 11%
Turkey 9%
Korea 8%
Germany 7%
France 6%
Japan 5%
Thailand 3%
Chile 3%
Netherlands 2%
Sweden 1%
England 1%
Israel 1%
Vietnam 1%
Venezuela 1%
Age of students
  Percentage of students
1-18 years 19%
18-24 years 49%
25-34 years 22%
35-50 years 8%
>50 years 2%
The average age outside summer is 2 years higher than in summer.
Average number of students
Adult courses - In summer: 250
Adult courses - Throughout the year: 180
Junior courses - In summer: 125
Junior courses - Throughout the year: 15
Minimum age of students
16 years
12 years for specific Junior courses
Average number of levels
Adult courses In summer: 25
Adult courses Throughout the year: 14
Junior courses In summer: 10
Junior courses Throughout the year: 4
Average age of students
In summer: 22 years
Throughout the year: 24 years

Information for all courses offered by International House

Lesson duration
55 minutes
School's administrative fee
£90
Course material
Generally course material is distributed free to students and will stay in student property.
Comments about courses

Course extension fee: GBP 30.
Guard.me insurance: GBP 25 per week.

Individual classes
Single individual lessons of tuition can be reserved at 70 £. The combination of group and individual lessons is highly recommended. Individual lessons will encourage you to actively speak the foreign language and will offer you the opportunity to discuss individual problems and weaknesses.
Days without class
In 2026 (including national and regional bank holidays):
01 Jan 2026, 03 Apr 2026, 06 Apr 2026, 04 May 2026, 25 May 2026, 31 Aug 2026, 19 Dec 2026 - 31 Dec 2026.
In 2027 (including national and regional bank holidays):
01 Jan 2027, 03 Apr 2027, 06 Apr 2027, 04 May 2027, 25 May 2027, 31 Aug 2027, 19 Dec 2027 - 31 Dec 2027.
If a bank holiday falls on a weekday there is no refund nor are missed lessons recuperated. This is the case for the majority of language schools.
Level test
A test to assess your exact language level takes place at the school on the first day of the course.
Lessons needed per English language level
Level (CEFR) LESSONS needed per level WEEKS needed
(20 lessons per week)
A1 Beginner A1 to A2 80 4
A2 Elementary A2 to B1 160 8
B1 Intermediate B1 to B2 180 9
B2 Higher Intermediate B2 to C1 200 10
C1 Advanced C1 to C2 220 11
C2 Proficiency
The data above gives some guidance. For more details consult our page How long does it take to learn a language or reach a specific level.

Leisure activities

Leisure programme for juniors (sample):
Sample social activities
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Examples of leisure activities organized by the school

Adults - Free activities

Welcome night, cinema night, sports night

Adults - Paid activities

- Football - GBP 7.
- Shakespeare's Speakeasy (a show) - GBP 15.
- Day trip to Cragside - GBP 15.
- Weekend excursions (York, Edinburgh, The Castles of Northumbria, The Farne Islands, The Lake - District) - GBP 35-45.

Junior - Free activities

Varied programme of educational activities each afternoon and 3 social activities evenings per week, e.g. laser tag and paint balling, etc...

Full day excursions each Saturday e.g. day trips to Edinburgh, York, Lake District and the castles of Northumbria etc...

Junior - Paid activities

Included in Programme.
activity possibledistance from school
Cooking1 km
Dancing-
Diving2 km
Football (soccer)2 km
Golf3 km
Horse riding6 km
Music-
Sailing15 km
Swimming2 km

Accommodation

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Price in US$ 540 810 1,080 1,350 1,619 1,889 2,159 2,699 3,238 270 68
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Minimum stay: 2 weeks
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One-time fee
The school/accommodation provider will charge a non-refundable one-time fee of 50£.
No extra nights bookable
Room Occupancy
Single room
Average distance from school
20 minutes by public transport.
Includes
TV, Phone, Towels, Bedding/linen, Weekly cleaning, Access to laundry service, Access to Wifi in building (Free WIFI), Heating, Shared bathroom.
Meals
Breakfast & 1 meal.
Minimum age of students
17
Maximum age of students
80
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Price in US$ 594 891 1,188 1,484 1,781 2,078 2,375 2,968 3,562 297 68
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Minimum stay: 2 weeks
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A non-pork or vegetarian diet is provided at no extra cost.

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Sunday
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Sunday
Note: It is important to inform the school if you plan to arrive or leave outside the standard check in/check out times.
One-time fee
The school/accommodation provider will charge a non-refundable one-time fee of 50£.
No extra nights bookable
Room Occupancy
Single room
Average distance from school
20 minutes by public transport.
Includes
TV, Phone, Towels, Bedding/linen, Weekly cleaning, Access to laundry service, Access to Wifi in building (Free WIFI), Heating, Shared bathroom.
Meals
Breakfast & 1 meal.
Minimum age of students
17
Maximum age of students
80
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One-time fee
(charged by school)
Price in £ -- -- -- 880 1100 1320 1540 1760 2200 2640 220 50
Price in US$ 1,188 1,484 1,781 2,078 2,375 2,968 3,562 297 68
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Minimum stay: 4 weeks
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Sunday
Note: It is important to inform the school if you plan to arrive or leave outside the standard check in/check out times.
One-time fee
The school/accommodation provider will charge a non-refundable one-time fee of 50£.
No extra nights bookable
Room Occupancy
Single room
Private bathroom
Included
Includes
Bedding/linen, Private bathroom.
Meals
No meals.
Minimum age of students
18
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Price in £ -- -- -- 1160 1450 1740 2030 2320 2900 3480 290 50
Price in US$ 1,565 1,957 2,348 2,739 3,130 3,913 4,695 392 68
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Minimum stay: 4 weeks
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Lost room key: GBP 30.

Check-in
Sunday
Check-out
Sunday
Note: It is important to inform the school if you plan to arrive or leave outside the standard check in/check out times.
One-time fee
The school/accommodation provider will charge a non-refundable one-time fee of 50£.
Price extra night
£40 (Individual extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price)
Room Occupancy
Single room
Private bathroom
Included
Includes
TV, Bedding/linen, Kitchen, Heating, Air conditioning, Private bathroom.
Meals
No meals.
Minimum age of students
18

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FAQ about International House, Newcastle

What is the best price for a course at International House, Newcastle?
“English courses at International House start at 276 £ for a General English for Life 15 course with 15 lessons per week. When booking here you benefit from an exclusive discount.”
What is the number of students per class at International House?
“Depending on the chosen course, the maximum number of students at International House varies from 1 (Private Lessons) to 12 students (General English for Life 25)”
Which countries are students of International House from?
“The highest Nationality percentage at International House comes from Spain with a 16% representation, followed by students from Italy (14%) and China (14%).”
International House offers courses for which ages?
“International House offers courses from 12 years (Summer Day Camp, 15 lessons per week) to 99. The average age is 22 during the summer and 24 the rest of the year.”

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First day of course
Written and oral level test is performed. Students should arrive at 8:45
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International House Newcastle | Tax registration ID: 1381691

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Nationals from USA do not require a visa to study short term courses up to 180 days. A valid passport and an ETA (Electronic Travel Authorization) is required to enter the UK. The application for the ETA is done online https://www.gov.uk/guidance/apply-for-an-electronic-travel-authorisation-eta. The answer is expected within 3 working days, costing GBP 20. The ETA allows multiple entries in the country for up to 6 months for a maximum of 2 years or until the passport used when applying expires.
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Nationals from countries that require a visa will receive documents from the school, related to booking confirmation, which is required for the visa application.
Full payment of all fees required before school dispatches documents required for visa application
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Express shipment fee (via courier)
50 £
Free shipment via regular mail
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Preferential cancellation terms in case of visa refusal
School agreed that students booking online on this site will benefit from preferential cancellation fees in case of visa refusal, and in this case will never exceed EUR 180.
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