TANDEM Köln Cologne, Germany
Rolandstraße 57 - 50677 Cologne - see on mapPay less than booking at the school
What we like about the school
- Great cultural programme which includes historical city tours, boat tours on the Rhine, theater visits, concerts, BBQ parties and more.
- Best rated school in Cologne
- Electronic whiteboards in all classrooms.
Location: TANDEM Köln is situated in the lively and bustling city of Cologne, in western Germany. The school is located in the Suedstadt District, just south of the city centre, has excellent links to transport, and is only moments away from green spaces such as Friedens Park, Volksgarten Park and the Raderberger Brache Naturparadies nature refuge. Close by there are several cafés, shops and supermarkets, with the attractions of the city centre and it's multiple world-class museums, just a short journey away, on foot or via metro. The UNESCO World Heritage Site of the Cologne Cathedral is around a 20-minute journey of the school via the city's tram lines.
Course selection: Course selection at TANDEM Köln offers group and private lessons over a variety of intensities and schedules. Combination courses of both group and individual lessons are readily available throughout the year to students of all levels. TELC Exam Preparation courses are also available throughout the year for both B2 and C1 exams.
Accommodation: TANDEM Köln is happy to assist students with any accommodation needs, with options in Homestay, Private Apartments and Shared Flats, available throughout the year.
School facilities: The facilities of the school are excellent. These facilities include a cafeteria, kitchen use for students, a library, free after-class access to language learning software, a lounge area, a garden and a student support desk for any questions or queries that may arise.
German Courses
General Language
Intensive Course 
20 lessons per week | 12 students (max)Starts weekly (every Monday)Offer!from€165€157 / week More
Intensive Course
20 lessons per week | 12 students (max)
Starts weekly (every Monday)
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| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 12 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price at school (€) Our price (€) | 165 157 | 330 314 | 495 471 | 660 627 | 825 784 | 990 941 | 1,155 1,098 | 1,160 1,102 | 1,305 1,240 | 1,450 1,378 | 1,740 1,653 |
| Price in US$ | 182 | 363 | 544 | 725 | 907 | 1,088 | 1,269 | 1,275 | 1,434 | 1,593 | 1,912 |
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- Starting dates
- For all levels except of absolute beginners:Every MondaySee starting dates for absolute beginnersStarting dates for absolute beginners who have not taken a German course before:
05 Jan 2026, 02 Feb 2026, 02 Mar 2026, 30 Mar 2026, 27 Apr 2026, 01 Jun 2026, 06 Jul 2026, 03 Aug 2026, 31 Aug 2026, 28 Sep 2026, 26 Oct 2026, 23 Nov 2026
Course specific data
- General course schedule
- 4 daily lessons of 45 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: 9:30 - 13:00 - Possible course durations
- 1-99 weeks
- Minimum required student age
- 16 years
- Students per class
- Maximum: 12 / Average: 8
- Lesson duration
- 45 min
Additional information for all courses
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IntensivePLUS
In high demand!24 lessons per week | 12 students (max)Starts weekly (every Monday)Offer!from€225€214 / week More
IntensivePLUS
In high demand!
24 lessons per week | 12 students (max)
Starts weekly (every Monday)
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€225€214 / week
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| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 12 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price at school (€) Our price (€) | 225 214 | 450 428 | 675 642 | 900 855 | 1,125 1,069 | 1,350 1,283 | 1,575 1,497 | 1,640 1,558 | 1,845 1,753 | 2,050 1,948 | 2,460 2,337 |
| Price in US$ | 248 | 495 | 742 | 989 | 1,236 | 1,483 | 1,730 | 1,802 | 2,027 | 2,252 | 2,702 |
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- Starting dates
- For all levels except of absolute beginners:Every MondaySee starting dates for absolute beginnersStarting dates for absolute beginners who have not taken a German course before:
05 Jan 2026, 02 Feb 2026, 02 Mar 2026, 30 Mar 2026, 27 Apr 2026, 01 Jun 2026, 06 Jul 2026, 03 Aug 2026, 31 Aug 2026, 28 Sep 2026, 26 Oct 2026, 23 Nov 2026
Course specific data
- General course schedule
- 4-5 daily lessons of 45 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: 9:30 - 13:55 - Possible course durations
- 1-99 weeks
- Minimum required student age
- 16 years
- Students per class
- Maximum: 12 / Average: 8
- Lesson duration
- 45 min
Additional information for all courses
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Super-Intensive Course 28 lessons per week | 12 students (max)Starts weekly (every Monday)Offer!from€285€271 / week More
Super-Intensive Course
28 lessons per week | 12 students (max)
Starts weekly (every Monday)
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€285€271 / week
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| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 12 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price at school (€) Our price (€) | 285 271 | 570 542 | 855 813 | 1,140 1,083 | 1,425 1,354 | 1,710 1,625 | 1,995 1,896 | 2,120 2,014 | 2,385 2,266 | 2,650 2,518 | 3,180 3,021 |
| Price in US$ | 314 | 627 | 940 | 1,253 | 1,566 | 1,879 | 2,192 | 2,329 | 2,620 | 2,911 | 3,493 |
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- Starting dates
- For all levels except of absolute beginners:Every MondaySee starting dates for absolute beginnersStarting dates for absolute beginners who have not taken a German course before:
05 Jan 2026, 02 Feb 2026, 02 Mar 2026, 30 Mar 2026, 27 Apr 2026, 01 Jun 2026, 06 Jul 2026, 03 Aug 2026, 31 Aug 2026, 28 Sep 2026, 26 Oct 2026, 23 Nov 2026
Course specific data
- General course schedule
- 5-6 daily lessons of 45 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: 8:30 - 13:55 - Possible course durations
- 1-99 weeks
- Minimum required student age
- 16 years
- Students per class
- Maximum: 12 / Average: 8
- Lesson duration
- 45 min
Additional information for all courses
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Combined Course (20 group + 4 individual) 24 lessons per week | 12 students (max)Starts weekly (every Monday)Offer!from€405€385 / week More
Combined Course (20 group + 4 individual)
24 lessons per week | 12 students (max)
Starts weekly (every Monday)
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€405€385 / week
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| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 24 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price at school (€) Our price (€) | 405 385 | 810 770 | 1,215 1,155 | 1,620 1,539 | 2,025 1,924 | 2,430 2,309 | 2,835 2,694 | 3,080 2,926 | 3,850 3,658 | 4,620 4,389 | 9,240 8,778 |
| Price in US$ | 445 | 890 | 1,335 | 1,780 | 2,225 | 2,669 | 3,114 | 3,383 | 4,229 | 5,075 | 10,149 |
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- Starting dates
- For all levels except of absolute beginners:Every MondaySee starting dates for absolute beginnersStarting dates for absolute beginners who have not taken a German course before:
05 Jan 2026, 02 Feb 2026, 02 Mar 2026, 30 Mar 2026, 27 Apr 2026, 01 Jun 2026, 06 Jul 2026, 03 Aug 2026, 31 Aug 2026, 28 Sep 2026, 26 Oct 2026, 23 Nov 2026
Course specific data
- General course schedule
- 4-5 daily lessons of 45 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: 9:30 - 14:00 - Possible course durations
- 1-99 weeks
- Minimum required student age
- 16 years
- Students per class
- Maximum: 12 / Average: 8
- Lesson duration
- 45 min
Additional information for all courses
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Combined Course (20 group + 8 individual) 28 lessons per week | 12 students (max)Starts weekly (every Monday)Offer!from€645€613 / week More
Combined Course (20 group + 8 individual)
28 lessons per week | 12 students (max)
Starts weekly (every Monday)
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€645€613 / week
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| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 12 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price at school (€) Our price (€) | 645 613 | 1,290 1,226 | 1,935 1,839 | 2,580 2,451 | 3,225 3,064 | 3,870 3,677 | 4,515 4,290 | 5,000 4,750 | 5,625 5,344 | 6,250 5,938 | 7,500 7,125 |
| Price in US$ | 709 | 1,417 | 2,126 | 2,834 | 3,543 | 4,251 | 4,959 | 5,492 | 6,178 | 6,865 | 8,238 |
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- Starting dates
- For all levels except of absolute beginners:Every MondaySee starting dates for absolute beginnersStarting dates for absolute beginners who have not taken a German course before:
05 Jan 2026, 02 Feb 2026, 02 Mar 2026, 30 Mar 2026, 27 Apr 2026, 01 Jun 2026, 06 Jul 2026, 03 Aug 2026, 31 Aug 2026, 28 Sep 2026, 26 Oct 2026, 23 Nov 2026
The course consists of an standard course of 20 group lessons and 8 individual classes per week.
Schedule of the private lessons as shown or as agreed upon.
Course specific data
- General course schedule
- 5-6 daily lessons of 45 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: 9:30 - 13:00
Afternoon: 14:00 - 15:30 - Possible course durations
- 1-99 weeks
- Minimum required student age
- 16 years
- Students per class
- Maximum: 12 / Average: 8
- Lesson duration
- 45 min
Additional information for all courses
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Exam PreparationWhy exam preparation courses are excellent for optimum progress
Intensive Exam Preparation Course26 lessons per week | 12 students (max)Starts weekly (every Monday)Offer!from€220€209 / week More
Intensive Exam Preparation Course
26 lessons per week | 12 students (max)
Starts weekly (every Monday)
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| Weeks | 8 |
|---|---|
| Price at school (€) Our price (€) | 1,760 1,672 |
| Price in US$ | 1,933 |
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- Starting dates
- Every Monday
TANDEM Köln is an examination centre for TELC.
NOTE: Telc exam fees vary between EUR 80 and EUR 195 depending on the level. TestDaF exam costs EUR 210.
Course specific data
- General course schedule
- 5-6 daily lessons of 45 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: 9:30 - 13:00
Afternoon: 14:30 - 17:00 - Possible course durations
- 8 weeks
- Minimum required student age
- 16 years
- Students per class
- Maximum: 12 / Average: 8
- Lesson duration
- 45 min
- Exam fee
- 195 €
- Average TELC exam score of former students of this course
- 63
Additional information for all courses
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IntensivePLUS Exam Preparation Course30 lessons per week | 12 students (max)Starts weekly (every Monday)Offer!from€280€266 / week More
IntensivePLUS Exam Preparation Course
30 lessons per week | 12 students (max)
Starts weekly (every Monday)
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€280€266 / week
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| Weeks | 8 |
|---|---|
| Price at school (€) Our price (€) | 2,240 2,128 |
| Price in US$ | 2,461 |
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- Starting dates
- Every Monday
NOTE: Telc exam fees vary between EUR 80 and EUR 195 depending on the level. TestDaF exam costs EUR 210.
Course specific data
- General course schedule
- 6 daily lessons of 45 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: 9:30 - 13:55
Afternoon: 14:30 - 17:00 - Possible course durations
- 8 weeks
- Minimum required student age
- 16 years
- Students per class
- Maximum: 12 / Average: 8
- Lesson duration
- 45 min
- Exam fee
- 195 €
- Average TELC exam score of former students of this course
- 63
Additional information for all courses
See Availability
Our prices for TANDEM Köln include
- INCLUDED Organized activities
- INCLUDED Internet access and use of school computers
- INCLUDED Wireless LAN zone at school
- INCLUDED Free certificate of course attendance
- INCLUDED Language level placement test before arrival
- INCLUDED For adult courses: a minimum of one free organized leisure activity per week
- INCLUDED Free consultation about suitable college/university programs by a qualified consultant
- INCLUDED Paid assistance in finding flats for long-term students at 75€
Classroom with a view1/13
Well done friends2/13
Street parade in Cologne, Germany 3/13
The Team4/13
Last pointers5/13
Certificate time6/13
Questions anyone7/13
Last test8/13
relaxed chat9/13
Deep focus10/13
Conversation practise11/13
reception area12/13
Corridor of TANDEM Köln13/13
Student opinions about TANDEM Köln, Cologne
4.3
Overall school rating of
TANDEM Köln, Cologne
TANDEM Köln, Cologne
87 authentic ratings from students who booked with us
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Location of the school
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Accommodation
Shared Flat (apartment)
Overall school rating by student age group
Students < 18 years (7 ratings)
Students 18-30 years (43 ratings)
Students 31-49 years (22 ratings)
Students 50+ years (11 ratings)
Verified reviews only, uncensored. All student opinions from students who booked a course at the school with LanguageCourse.net.
Kairbek
21 yearsOverall rating
5.0
“All the 5-stars”
“I wasn't a big fan of the activities, but I guess I wasn't there for long. :)”
Verified
Course: Intensive Course - 3 weeks
Review date: 27. Dec. 2022
Mª Eugenia
54 yearsOverall rating
3.0
“They were always very nice and helpful. I had two teachers. The second one, Astrid, was good.”
“The school offered and confirmed a course they didn't have and the solution, private lessons, did almost nothing for me with the first teacher.”
Verified
Course: Intensive Course - 1 week
Review date: 19. Sep. 2022
Sabrina
18 yearsOverall rating
5.0
“The teachers are very available, the course materials are personalised and very well designed, the lessons are very interesting and the teachers make us want to learn. The progress are visible, and their methods are effective.”
Quality of teaching / language progress: Very good.
Other comments: Perfect, thank you very much.
Verified
Course: Intensive Course - 2 weeks
Review date: 17. Aug. 2021
Bircan
Overall rating
4.0
“Everyone is very nice and helpful.”
Verified
Course: Intensive Course - 24 weeks
Review date: 20. Apr. 2021
Vicente
43 yearsOverall rating
5.0
“Their professionalism, teaching methodology.”
Insider tip: “Enjoy every minute.”
Quality of teaching / language progress: Highly qualified teachers. You understand them even if you don't speak German.
Other comments: Great organization, the services offered by the teachers to the students.
Verified
Course: Intensive Course - 2 weeks
Review date: 16. Apr. 2019
Corinne
61 yearsOverall rating
5.0
“The teachers are really nice.”
Insider tip: “I live in Köln and I find the city very dynamic. There are a lot of events and people often go out.”
Other comments: The beginner course (A1) thought me the basis of the language, just as I wanted. I won't hesitate to come back if needed
Verified
Course: Intensive Course - 4 weeks
Review date: 4. Feb. 2019
Sabrina
34 yearsOverall rating
4.0
“The school is really well located and the staff is nice. People are very friendly.”
Other comments: TANDEM Köln is a good school with a good value for money.
The professors are comprehensive and professional.
The only negative point is the difference in the teaching methods from a teacher to another.
The organisation and the structure of the courses are not the strongest points of the school.
Generally speaking, I had a really good time in this school and will come back as soon as possible.
Verified
Course: Intensive Course - 2 weeks
Review date: 21. Jan. 2019
Can
18 yearsOverall rating
5.0
“Lessons were pretty good.”
Insider tip: “People may come here without a second thought and this is some swift education.”
Verified
Course: Intensive Course - 4 weeks
Review date: 24. Dec. 2018
Bàrbara
20 yearsOverall rating
4.0
“The method with which teachers taught.”
Verified
Course: Intensive Course - 4 weeks
Review date: 9. Sep. 2018
Jacopo
25 yearsOverall rating
4.0
“Atmosphere, teachers”
Verified
Course: Intensive Course - 4 weeks
Review date: 4. Jun. 2018
Abdul
27 yearsOverall rating
4.0
“The teachers were very friendly and focused more on personally guiding every student.”
Other comments: Good School
Professional Staff
Friendly and very good Teachers
Diverse nationalities of students
Verified
Course: Intensive Course - 13 weeks
Review date: 14. May. 2018
Mariia
33 yearsOverall rating
5.0
“Good teachers, good balance of grammar and conversation.”
Verified
Course: Intensive Course - 4 weeks
Review date: 9. Apr. 2018
Elodie
25 yearsOverall rating
4.0
“The approach and support of my teachers”
Insider tip: “The Kulturprogramm of the school offers great opportunities to meet other students!”
Verified
Course: Super Intensive Course (24 group + 6 mini group) - 2 weeks
Review date: 22. Feb. 2018
David
31 yearsOverall rating
5.0
“The teachers and the staff were amazing! They were so accommodating and inspirational. My teachers pushed me to do the best I could!”
Insider tip: “Have no fear! Languages aren't scary!!!”
Other comments: Great location! Great Staff! Great Experience!
Verified
Course: Intensive Course - 6 weeks
Review date: 5. Jul. 2017
Mozhgan
43 yearsOverall rating
5.0
“Every one in the school was friendly,
our teachers were very good.
I hope to come back to Tandem school.”
our teachers were very good.
I hope to come back to Tandem school.”
Verified
Course: Intensive Course - 3 weeks
Review date: 4. Oct. 2016
Yuliya
39 yearsOverall rating
5.0
“Curriculum, organization, cultural program”
Other comments: Very good school, I will recommend it!
Verified
Course: Summer Course - 8 weeks
Review date: 5. Sep. 2016
Julia
21 yearsOverall rating
5.0
“It is not a big school, so after a few days you will recognise most of people. And the location was great as well.”
Verified
Course: Summer Course - 2 weeks
Review date: 29. Aug. 2016
Simone
40 yearsOverall rating
4.0
“It's like a big family. Quiet and relaxed atmosphere.”
Verified
Course: Intensive Course - 9 weeks
Review date: 9. May. 2016
Mariana Margot
25 yearsOverall rating
4.0
“Some teachers were very enthusiastic, they cared about the students' personal interests.”
Other comments: Regarding accommodation, the school proved to be disorganised at the end of my journey. On the other side I'm thankful for the support they showed to me when I had problems with the landlady of my first apartment. Some teachers are not as committed as others being that they consider their job at the school as a sideline job. The school also offers free internet but the reception is useless due perhaps to the constitution of the building. I would say it was a good experience and that I'm satisfied with it.
Verified
Course: Intensive Course - 12 weeks
Review date: 19. Jan. 2016
Hakjin
37 yearsOverall rating
3.0
“Cologne”
Insider tip: “Nearest accommodation”
Other comments: Thank you
Verified
Course: Intensive Course - 2 weeks
Review date: 17. Nov. 2014
Maria
45 yearsOverall rating
4.0
“Teachers,people at the reception desk, extra lessons on Wednesday afternoon, computers facilities.”
Insider tip: “Good and cheap place to eat: Mensa”
Other comments: I missed a library. Facilities for renting a bike would be appreciated.
Verified
Course: Intensive Course - 2 weeks
Review date: 22. Jul. 2013
Claudia
39 yearsOverall rating
4.0
“The school was great, and the people. The teachers and all were very nice!!!”
Insider tip: “Enjoy everything!!”
Verified
Course: Intensive Course - 4 weeks
Review date: 13. Sep. 2012
Anzhelika
27 yearsOverall rating
4.0
“Location not far away from the centre, lots of computers at your disposal”
Verified
Course: Intensive Course - 2 weeks
Review date: 23. May. 2012
Reetta
31 yearsOverall rating
4.0
“The international atmosphere, helpful staff.”
Verified
Course: Summer Course - 4 weeks
Review date: 5. Sep. 2011
Isabel
38 yearsOverall rating
5.0
“Everyone was very friendly and they gave us information or help about everything.”
Insider tip: “Read all the information.”
Verified
Course: Summer Course - 3 weeks
Review date: 29. Aug. 2011
Sara Isabel
22 yearsOverall rating
5.0
“They help the students with everything, they answer any doubt you may have regarding the city, transportation...whatever.”
Verified
Course: Intensive Course - 3 weeks
Review date: 30. Aug. 2010
Annarita
27 yearsOverall rating
4.0
“The structure and teaching”
Verified
Course: Intensive Course - 2 weeks
Review date: 2. Aug. 2010
Brendan
24 yearsOverall rating
4.0
“Friendly staff, enthusiastic teachers, method of teaching (exercises, grammar, lots of variety).”
Other comments: Friendly people in my accommodation.
Verified
Course: Intensive Course - 2 weeks
Review date: 16. Jul. 2010
Karen
31 yearsOverall rating
4.0
“Good teachers and helpful staff.”
Other comments: Great experience. Would do it again.
Verified
Course: Intensive Course - 2 weeks
Review date: 27. Apr. 2010
Sammy
25 yearsOverall rating
5.0
“Close to my flat and the teachers were great”
Other comments: Great school, highly recommended. And my German is much better now! Thank you:)
Verified
Course: Intensive Course - 5 weeks
Review date: 19. Apr. 2010
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TANDEM Köln
- Accreditations and Quality seals
Qualitätsgemeinschaft Berufliche Bildung Köln- German teacher qualifications
- 95% hold a university degree100% hold a recognised language teaching qualification
- Languages spoken by school staff (cannot be guaranteed by school)
- Student gender mix
- 53% male / 47% female
- 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 TANDEM Köln.
- Year of school foundation
- 2004
- The school is an official exam center
- The following language examinations can be taken directly at the school:
General school facilities
Kitchen for student use
Cafeteria
Snack vending machine
Drink vending machine
Fridge for student use
Microwave for student use
Library
Daily press
Movie rental
Free after-class access to language learning software
Lounge
Garden
Balcony / terrace
Student support desk
Self-study areas
Lockers
Table tennis
Soccer field / football pitch
Basketball court
Printer for student use
Copy machine
Free water dispenser
Free WIFI
Non-smoking (all indoor areas, but not all outdoor areas of school)
Smoking zones (outdoors)
Tourist information
Assistance with entrance ticket purchases
Assistance with reservations for restaurants, bars, clubs
Assistance with organizing transportation
Paid parking (<500m)
Facilities for islamic students
Arabic homestays available
- Accommodation and meals for islamic students on request
Classroom equipment
TV in all classrooms
Electronic whiteboard in all classrooms
Heating in all classrooms
Ample natural light in all classrooms
- Number of classrooms: 14
- Number of public PC workstations: 12
Facilities for disabled students
Disabled car park
Adapted for students with learning difficulty
Additional comment about facilities of school
Computers
Video, DVD, CD and books for self-studies
Student Age / Nationality
Top student nationalities
| Student Nationality | Percentage of students |
|---|---|
| Turkey | 17% |
| Switzerland | 9% |
| Italy | 8% |
| Spain | 7% |
| Japan | 6% |
| Israel | 6% |
| Brazil | 6% |
| France | 6% |
| Korea | 5% |
| USA | 5% |
| China | 3% |
| Chile | 2% |
| Saudi Arabia | 2% |
| Iran | 2% |
| England | 2% |
| Thailand | 1% |
| Sweden | 1% |
| Netherlands | 1% |
| Other nationalities | 11% |
Age of students
| Percentage of students | |
|---|---|
| 1-18 years | 4% |
| 18-24 years | 42% |
| 25-34 years | 33% |
| 35-50 years | 15% |
| >50 years | 6% |
The average age outside summer is 2 years higher than in summer.
- Average number of students
- In summer: 110Throughout the year: 100
- Minimum age of students
- 16 years
- Average number of levels
- Adult courses In summer: 12Adult courses Throughout the year: 12
- Average age of students
- In summer: 22 yearsThroughout the year: 24 years
Information for all courses offered by TANDEM Köln
- Lesson duration
- 45 minutes
- School's administrative fee
- €60
- Course material
- Generally, course material has to be purchased by all students at the school. The costs of course material will be approximately €25 per course level.
- Comments about courses
Course material for the first month included in the enrollment fee. After this the average cost is between EUR 25 to EUR 30.
A signed parental consent form must be submitted with the enrolment documents for students under 18.- Individual classes
- Single individual lessons of tuition can be reserved at 60 €. 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 - 02 Jan 2026, 16 Feb 2026, 03 Apr 2026, 06 Apr 2026, 01 May 2026, 14 May 2026, 15 May 2026, 25 May 2026, 04 Jun 2026, 05 Jun 2026, 21 Dec 2026 - 31 Dec 2026.In 2027 (including national and regional bank holidays):
01 Jan 2027 - 02 Jan 2027, 16 Feb 2027, 03 Apr 2027, 06 Apr 2027, 01 May 2027, 14 May 2027, 15 May 2027, 25 May 2027, 04 Jun 2027, 05 Jun 2027, 21 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 before the start of the course via email.
Lessons needed per German language level
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.
Airport transfer
- Duesseldorf International Airport:
- €160 one way
€320 return (both ways) - Cologne Bonn Airport:
- €80 one way
€160 return (both ways)
Best arrival airport is Koeln-Bonn (CGN).
Leisure activities
Leisure programme for adults (sample):
Schedule of activities
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Examples of leisure activities organized by the school
Adults - Free activities
- - BBQ or picnic
- Guided city tours with a teacher
- Going out together
- Playing soccer
- Playing basketball, table tennis
Adults - Paid activities
- Excursions and activities can include:
- Museum visits
- Augustusburg Castle or the famous Cologne Cathedral (World Cultural Heritage)
- Trips to other cities nearby like Bonn, Brühl or Düsseldorf
- Excursions by ship on the river Rhine into the romantic Rhine valley
- Cycling tour
Activities are always between EUR 5 and EUR 15 per activity. Junior - Free activities
- -
Junior - Paid activities
- -
- Video about leisure activities at TANDEM Köln Cologne
Accommodation
Flat Share
In high demand!
3 ratings Single room, No meals 
Shared bathroom
from
€175/ week Show more
Flat Share
In high demand!
3 ratings
Single room, No meals
Shared bathroom
from
€175/ week
Show more
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week | One-time fee (charged by school) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in € | 175 | 350 | 525 | 600 | 750 | 900 | 1050 | 1200 | 1500 | 1800 | 150 | 95 |
| Price in US$ | 203 | 405 | 607 | 694 | 868 | 1,041 | 1,214 | 1,388 | 1,735 | 2,081 | 174 | 110 |
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in € | |||||||||||
| Price in US$ | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Minimum stay: 1 week
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per person
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per person
- Check-in
- Sunday 9:00-20:00
- Check-out
- Saturday 9:00-14:00
Note: It is important to inform the school if you plan to arrive or leave outside the standard check in/check out times.
- Deposit (refundable)
- Upon arrival, a refundable deposit of €200 is charged and will be refunded to you when you leave the accommodation, provided there are no damages.
- One-time fee
- The school/accommodation provider will charge a non-refundable one-time fee of 95€.
- Price extra night
- €25 (Individual extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price)
- Room Occupancy
- Single room
- Average distance from school
- 40 minutes by public transport.
- Includes
- Towels, Bedding/linen, Access to laundry service, Access to Wifi in building (Free WIFI), Heating, Shared bathroom.
- Meals
- No meals.
- Minimum age of students
- 18
- Maximum age of students
- 79
Student reviews about Flat Share
Vicente
"Hooggekwalificeerde docenten. Je begrijpt ze zelfs als je geen Duits spreekt.
Flat Share
This accommodation tends to sell out quickly!
Reserve as early as possible to get the best available homestay!
3 ratings Single room, Breakfast & 1 meal
Shared bathroom
from
€350/ week Show more
Flat Share
This accommodation tends to sell out quickly!
Reserve as early as possible to get the best available homestay!
3 ratings
Single room, Breakfast & 1 meal
Shared bathroom
from
€350/ week
Show more
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week | One-time fee (charged by school) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in € | 350 | 700 | 1050 | 1300 | 1625 | 1950 | 2275 | 2600 | 3250 | 3900 | 325 | 95 |
| Price in US$ | 405 | 810 | 1,214 | 1,503 | 1,879 | 2,255 | 2,631 | 3,006 | 3,758 | 4,509 | 376 | 110 |
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in € | |||||||||||
| Price in US$ | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Minimum stay: 1 week
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per person
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per person
- Check-in
- Sunday 9:00-20:00
- Check-out
- Saturday 9:00-14:00
Note: It is important to inform the school if you plan to arrive or leave outside the standard check in/check out times.
- Deposit (refundable)
- Upon arrival, a refundable deposit of €200 is charged and will be refunded to you when you leave the accommodation, provided there are no damages.
- One-time fee
- The school/accommodation provider will charge a non-refundable one-time fee of 95€.
- Price extra night
- €50 (Individual extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price)
- Room Occupancy
- Single room
- Includes
- Towels, Bedding/linen, Access to laundry service, Access to Wifi in building (Free WIFI), Heating, Shared bathroom.
- Meals
- Breakfast & 1 meal.
- Minimum age of students
- 16
- Maximum age of students
- 79
Flat Share
This accommodation tends to sell out quickly!
3 ratings Single room, Breakfast
Shared bathroom
from
€245/ week Show more
Flat Share
This accommodation tends to sell out quickly!
3 ratings
Single room, Breakfast
Shared bathroom
from
€245/ week
Show more
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week | One-time fee (charged by school) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in € | 245 | 490 | 735 | 880 | 1100 | 1320 | 1540 | 1760 | 2200 | 2640 | 220 | 95 |
| Price in US$ | 284 | 567 | 850 | 1,018 | 1,272 | 1,527 | 1,781 | 2,035 | 2,544 | 3,053 | 255 | 110 |
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in € | |||||||||||
| Price in US$ | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Minimum stay: 1 week
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per person
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per person
- Check-in
- Sunday 12:00-21:00
- Check-out
- Saturday 9:00-14:00
Note: It is important to inform the school if you plan to arrive or leave outside the standard check in/check out times.
- Deposit (refundable)
- Upon arrival, a refundable deposit of €200 is charged and will be refunded to you when you leave the accommodation, provided there are no damages.
- One-time fee
- The school/accommodation provider will charge a non-refundable one-time fee of 95€.
- Price extra night
- €35 (Individual extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price)
- Room Occupancy
- Single room
- Average distance from school
- 40 minutes by public transport.
- Includes
- Towels, Bedding/linen, Access to laundry service, Access to Wifi in building (Free WIFI), Heating, Shared bathroom.
- Meals
- Breakfast.
- Minimum age of students
- 16
- Maximum age of students
- 79
Shared Flat (big flat) Double room (only for 2 people travelling together), No meals
Private bathroom
from
€250/ week Show more
Shared Flat (big flat)
Double room (only for 2 people travelling together), No meals
Private bathroom
from
€250/ week
Show more
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week | One-time fee (charged by school) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in € | 250 | 500 | 750 | 740 | 925 | 1110 | 1295 | 1480 | 1850 | 2220 | 185 | 95 |
| Price in US$ | 290 | 579 | 868 | 856 | 1,070 | 1,284 | 1,498 | 1,712 | 2,139 | 2,567 | 214 | 110 |
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in € | |||||||||||
| Price in US$ | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Minimum stay: 1 week
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per person
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per person
This accommodation option involves living in an apartment with a private person - which could be either a family or somebody living by themselves who is either studying or working.
Some features that the school guarantees with these apartments include use of the home’s kitchen as you please, shared bathrooms, internet access, and bed linens and towels. Not all of the apartments have a washing machine, so you will need to confirm this with the school.
The school ensures that the accommodation is within a 45 minute ride on public transport, and in many cases is even closer than that. These apartments tend to get booked up quickly, so TANDEM recommends reserving well ahead of time to ensure you get a placement, and furthermore the placements that are located closest to the school.
- Check-in
- Sunday 0:00-23:50
- Check-out
- Saturday 8:00-13:00
Note: It is important to inform the school if you plan to arrive or leave outside the standard check in/check out times.
- Deposit (refundable)
- Upon arrival, a refundable deposit of €200 is charged and will be refunded to you when you leave the accommodation, provided there are no damages.
- One-time fee
- The school/accommodation provider will charge a non-refundable one-time fee of 95€.
- Price extra night
- €40 (Individual extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price)
- Room Occupancy
- Double room (only for 2 people travelling together)
- Private bathroom
- Included
- Average distance from school
- 1 minutes walking.
- Includes
- TV, Towels, Bedding/linen, Access to laundry service, Kitchen, Access to Wifi in building (Free WIFI), Heating, Private bathroom.
- Meals
- No meals.
- Minimum age of students
- 21
- Maximum age of students
- 79
Shared Flat (small flat)
2 ratings Single room, No meals
Private bathroom
from
€225/ week Show more
Shared Flat (small flat)
2 ratings
Single room, No meals
Private bathroom
from
€225/ week
Show more
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week | One-time fee (charged by school) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in € | 225 | 450 | 675 | 640 | 800 | 960 | 1120 | 1280 | 1600 | 1920 | 160 | 95 |
| Price in US$ | 261 | 521 | 781 | 740 | 925 | 1,110 | 1,295 | 1,480 | 1,850 | 2,220 | 185 | 110 |
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in € | |||||||||||
| Price in US$ | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Minimum stay: 1 week
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per person
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per person
Fully furnished for one person. Prices may vary depending on availability and quality of the apartment.
- Check-in
- Sunday 9:00-20:00
- Check-out
- Saturday 9:00-14:00
Note: It is important to inform the school if you plan to arrive or leave outside the standard check in/check out times.
- Deposit (refundable)
- Upon arrival, a refundable deposit of €200 is charged and will be refunded to you when you leave the accommodation, provided there are no damages.
- One-time fee
- The school/accommodation provider will charge a non-refundable one-time fee of 95€.
- Price extra night
- €40 (Individual extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price)
- Room Occupancy
- Single room
- Private bathroom
- Included
- Average distance from school
- 1 minutes walking.
- Includes
- TV, Towels, Bedding/linen, Access to laundry service, Kitchen, Access to Wifi in building (Free WIFI), Heating, Private bathroom.
- Meals
- No meals.
- Minimum age of students
- 21
- Maximum age of students
- 79
Student Testimonial Videos
Note: The video testimonials of students from TANDEM Köln have been provided by the school and schools do not usually publish negative testimonials. For uncensored reviews, read what our students have reported about their stay at TANDEM Köln.
Questions and answers about TANDEM Köln
Can the school also issue a visa invitation letter for a person accompanying a minor who is not attending a course?
“A visa invitation letter can only be issued if the person concerned also books a course.”
Birgit, Administration from TANDEM, Köln - Apr 24, 2024
How much does the course material cost?
“The course material for the first month is included in the enrollment fee. After this the average cost is about EUR 25 per month though generally between EUR 18 and EUR 23 each month.”
Rubén De Haro, LanguageCourse.Net - Aug 21, 2023
Do you offer job center courses and education voucher courses?
“Yes, we offer job center courses and training voucher courses are currently in progress. All these courses are settled directly with the authorities, there are fixed rates for them. Please contact the authority and school directly to get your place on the course.”
Sabine Krafack, LanguageCourse.Net - Apr 18, 2023
Does the school offer employment agency courses and education voucher courses?
“Unfortunately, we do not offer integration courses, nor can our courses be funded by the job center.”
Sabine Krafack, LanguageCourse.Net - Apr 18, 2023
What is the schedule of the intensive course?
“The general timetable for the standard course is: 4 lessons of 45 minutes each day.
Mornings: 9:30 - 13:00.
The exact schedule will be determined on the first day of class depending on your level.
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Mornings: 9:30 - 13:00.
The exact schedule will be determined on the first day of class depending on your level.
”
Gosia Mazur, LanguageCourse.Net - Mar 24, 2023
Does this school offer lessons for complete beginners?
“Yes. Complete beginners can enrol on the intensive course. The school has set specific start dates for this course for students who have never studied German before.”
Gosia Mazur, LanguageCourse.Net - Mar 24, 2023
FAQ about TANDEM Köln, Cologne
I would like to know when the remaining amount needs to be paid and how the visa application documents will be delivered by the school.
“If you need a visa, all remaining fees need to be paid as soon as you receive the invoice from the school.
The full payment is requested by the school before sending documents required for visa application of student (e.g. letter of invitation, I-20). ”
The full payment is requested by the school before sending documents required for visa application of student (e.g. letter of invitation, I-20). ”
Madly Simba, Language Travel Consultant from LanguageCourse.Net - Dec 04, 2023
How will I first be assessed on my current German language level? Also does your course come with a "A1" certificate?
“Students take a placement test on the first day or the test will be sent by email before the starting date. You can usually start any Monday if you speak some German. The total beginner starting dates are listed on our website. You'll receive a free certificate of course attendance at the end of the course. ”
Angela Ligartova, Language Travel Consultant from LanguageCourse.Net - Jul 07, 2023
How will I first be assessed on my current German language level? Also does your course come with a "A1" certificate?
“Students take a placement test on the first day or the test will be sent by email before the starting date. It takes approximately 8-9 weeks to complete one level. Students receive a free certificate of course attendance at the end of the course.
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Angela Ligartova, Language Travel Consultant from LanguageCourse.Net - Jun 30, 2023
Is airport pickup offered by TANDEM Köln?
“Yes. The school offers pickup from Duesseldorf International Airport (160 €), Cologne Bonn Airport (80 €)”
Which countries are students of TANDEM Köln from?
“The highest Nationality percentage at TANDEM Köln comes from Turkey with a 17% representation, followed by students from Switzerland (9%) and Italy (8%).”
TANDEM Köln offers courses for which ages?
“TANDEM Köln offers courses from 16 years to 99. The average age is 22 during the summer and 24 the rest of the year.”
Terms of TANDEM Köln
- First day of course
- Students should arrive at 8:45
- Payment methods accepted for payments made directly to the school
- Legal name/parent company
- Oliver Lechlmair | Tax registration ID: DE236715645
Visa Documents
Nationals from USA do not require a visa to study short term courses up to 90 days.
Check visa requirements for nationals from other countries.
Nationals from countries that require a visa will receive documents from the school, related to booking confirmation, which is required for the visa application.
- School fee for issuing the visa documents:
- 200 €
- Full payment of all fees required before school dispatches documents required for visa application
- Yes
- Express shipment fee (via courier)
- 95 €
- Free shipment via regular mail
- Yes
- 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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The Intensive course is the standard German language course offered from TANDEM academy in Cologne, and consists of 20 lessons per week. Classes take place from Monday to Friday, usually on the morning schedule of 9:30 to 13:00. For everyone except absolute beginners, the course can be started on almost any day of the year. Your level will be assessed approximately with the school’s placement test.
Groups are kept in small numbers, between 5 and 12 participants. Small classes are a feature that makes participating verbally in your lessons more realistic, and also allows your teacher to get to know you and your specific needs more easily.
Every month the students have the chance to take part in a progress test, which is a motivational tool that the school uses to show you your improvements.