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Teacher Training
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Online Language Courses
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Summer kids' camps
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Hogyan zajlik egy online nyelvóra?

Online nyelvóráinkon Zoom linken tudnak a tanulók csatlakozni, amelyet az oktató küld el nekik minden alkalommal az órát megelőző 10-15 percben a beiratkozáskor megadott e-mailcímre.
A nyelvórákon a hallgatók kisebb és nagyobb csoportokban dolgoznak együtt.
A tanár különböző interaktív eszközökön keresztül ismerteti az elméleti tananyagot.
A páros feladatokat „breakout” termekben valósítjuk meg.

Online Language Courses
Why should I choose the CELTA course?

CELTA is the most widely recognised initial qualification in English language teaching. This is particularly - though not exclusively - true for the private sector, such as language schools.

If you want to teach English in such an institution anywhere in the world, chances are that most of them will ask for this kind of basic qualification, or will prefer it to other qualifications. The reason for this is that they know the CELTA system, so they know what to expect from the applicant.

As the CELTA course is organised and supervised by Cambridge University, the quality and consistency of the training is assured, so no matter which country the teacher has studied in, they will have a solid and reliable foundation.

Teacher Training
Ugyanolyan hatékony az online nyelvóra, mint a személyes nyelvoktatás?

Igen. Az IH Budapest online óráin ugyanaz a tananyag, szintrendszer és kommunikációközpontú módszer, mint a személyes órákon. A különbség csak a helyszín és  tanulás módja.
Online groups have 4–10 participants, a páros munka Zoom breakout szobákban zajlik, így ugyanannyi beszédidő jut rád. Utazás nélkül, bárhonnan tanulhatsz. A személyes óra annak való, aki a tantermi légkört és a közvetlen jelenlétet szereti.
Személyes nyelvóráinkon lehetőséget nyújtunk a tanulóinknak, hogy még interaktívabban is részt vegyenek a tanulási folyamatban – pl. a saját készítésű tradicionális süteményekről nemcsak beszélünk, hanem kóstolunk is!
Az International House Budapestnél hiszünk a közösségi élmény erejében, így mind online mind a személyes óráinkon kiemelt szerepet kap a különböző események (ünnepek, közéleti, sport és kulturális események, stb.) integrálása a tanulásba – elsősorban a szókincsbővítést és a természetes beszélgetés folyamatát idegen nyelven..

Group classes
When does the first intensive children's course start, and how long does the entire program last?

The training will start on Monday 23 June 2025 and will run for 10 weeks. You can join any or all of the weeks.

Summer kids' camps
What is the fee for private classes?

This depends on the language you want to learn and the lesson duration (45 or 60 minutes). If you would like to know the hourly rate, request a quote by clicking here.

Private classes
Does IH Budapest provide language training for all employees, regardless of their position?

Yes. Our clients include office workers, assistants, middle managers, and executives from various economic sectors, as well as high-ranking government officials.

Company language courses
What is the location of the corporate language classes?

Since the start of COVID-19, online classes have been the most popular. In addition, we offer on-site classes at the company's headquarters and even at the school by special arrangement.

Company language courses
Who Is Online Learning Recommended For?

For those who find it difficult to fit travel and in-school classes into their schedule, and for anyone who wants to improve their language skills as effectively as possible from the comfort of home.

Online Language Courses
How can I get a job after CELTA training?

There are plenty of job opportunities around the world for teachers who have completed CELTA or similar prestigious training and want to teach the language. If you want to become a language teacher, here are some things to consider:

  • When you will finish the CELTA course (The busiest periods for language school work often coincide with the school year, but there is also a high demand for skilled staff in the summer.)
  • What age group would you like to teach? (In many workplaces, you are expected to teach all age groups, from children to older people.)
  • How many classes would you take a week?
  • Are you flexible enough in your work? (A flexible attitude will make it much easier to find a teaching job in language schools.)

 

When it comes to job searching, browsing online offers a wide range of opportunities, with a diverse and abundant selection available.

We usually advise our newly graduated CELTA students to look for a well-reputed institution—such as IH—where they can continue learning and further develop their professional skills.

We also provide lifelong support: our students can reach out to us anytime for advice, assistance, and references.

Teacher Training
What tools do the teachers use?

In addition to textbooks and the modern methods acquired during their studies, they also use video and visual materials, applications, and other online resources.

Group classes
What are the levels of training?

For juniors: elementary, pre-intermediate, intermediate, upper-intermediate For teens: pre-intermediate, upper-intermediate, advanced Our courses are also grouped into groups, so students can learn to communicate with students of different levels.

Summer kids' camps
When can I start studying?

We organize your individual training with maximum efficiency and respond to your inquiry within 24 hours on business days.

Private classes
What languages does IH offer?

International House language schools are known worldwide for their high quality English language teaching. However, we also offer group and private tuition in other languages such as German, French, Italian, Russian, Spanish and others, tailored to the needs of our corporate clients.

Company language courses
Milyen korosztály jelentkezhet az online nyelvoktatásra?

Felnőtt nyelvi csoportjainkban a részvételt 16 éves kortól ajánljuk.
A 16 év kor alatti fiatalok számára az iskolaévhez és iskolai tanrendhez igazodó junior csoportjainkat ajánljuk.
Nyelvvizsgára készülő fiataloknak az online szintfelmérőnk elvégzése után javasoljuk, hogy lépjenek velünk kapcsolatba az [email protected] emailcímen.

Nyelvvizsga-felkészítő kínálatunkban szerepelnek a IELTS, Euroexam, TOEFL és Cambridge nyelvvizsgák angol nyelvből, valamint a Goethe és DELE nyelvvizsgák német és spanyol nyelvből.
Ha egyedi igénye lenne gyermeke nyelvoktatására – pl. magán nyelvóra keretében vagy online – kérjük vegye fel velünk a kapcsolatot!

Online Language Courses
Can I get a teaching job abroad as a non-native teacher?

Many of our former students, who are not native speakers, have found their dream teaching positions abroad—even in the USA and the UK. There are many factors to consider, which we cannot cover in full detail here, but to name a few: your nationality, whether you need a visa or not, expectations and biases towards non-native teachers in the given country, and more.

First, you should research whether there are any specific requirements related to your nationality in your target country. If obtaining a visa is extremely difficult, we recommend considering another destination. Regarding expectations and biases, employer attitudes have shifted in recent years, making it easier for non-native teachers to find jobs. In this regard, we suggest visiting the following website: 

https://teflequityadvocates.com/

and the following Facebook group: "Budapest nNEST” (nNEST = non-native English speaking teacher)

Teacher Training
How many participants are in an online group?

Our online group courses typically have 4 to 10 participants.

Group classes
Milyen korosztály jelentkezhet a nyári angol nyelvi táborba?

Nyári angol nyelvi táborainkat jellemzően 8-16 éves korú gyerekeknek ajánljuk. Ha Önnek ettől eltérő korú gyermeke van és érdekelné a nyelvi táborunk, kérjük vegye fel velünk a kapcsolatot, hogy megtaláljuk Önnek és gyermekének a legjobb megoldást!

Summer kids' camps
How many hours should I consider for the course?

This may depend on several factors, such as your desired goal. We organize individual training with a minimum of 20 hours. For all further details, please seek assistance and advice from our consultants.

Private classes
How does the school support its clients during the training process?

With continuous and up-to-date communication, as well as professional consulting if needed. One of the key tools for communication is our SchoolDrive school management system, to which selected client representatives are granted access. This allows partners to find all relevant information in one place online, including documentation on group/private lesson progress, attendance rates, issued invoices, and financial or monthly lesson summaries.

Company language courses
Hány fővel hatékony online nyelvet tanulni?

Our groups, whether in-person or online, usually run as mini or small groups so that everyone can effectively improve their language skills. Online groups have a maximum of 10 students.

Online Language Courses
What qualifications are required to teach in Hungary?

First of all, in Hungary, there are both accredited and non-accredited language courses. Teaching accredited courses—regardless of the institution—requires meeting stricter requirements compared to non-accredited courses. Language schools typically offer both types of courses.

If you are Hungarian and wish to teach accredited courses, you need a university degree in languages or teaching. As a native speaker, you must provide documents proving that you have been teaching the language for at least 10 years to be eligible for such courses. As a foreigner, you must hold a recognized university degree to teach accredited courses.

The CELTA is highly regarded among Hungarian language schools, and in many places—such as IH—it is even a requirement.

Other language schools may accept a slightly different four-week teacher training certificate. It is worth researching the differences between various teacher training courses and understanding which certifications are accepted where.

In most countries—including Hungary—being able to issue invoices is a common requirement. The majority of language schools expect teachers to provide some form of invoice for their work. As a result, many teachers collaborate and work under a shared invoicing arrangement.

Teacher Training
Online nyelvóra előtt mennyi idővel kap a diák linket és hogyan?

Ezt több tényező is befolyásolhatja, azonban legkésőbb 10-15 perccel az óra kezdete előtt már meg szokták kapni a becsatlakozáshoz szükséges linket a hallgatók.‍ Az online nyelvóra linkjét legtöbbször a tanárok szokták megküldeni a diákok számára, de előfordulhat, hogy a Converzum- IH Budapest központjában dolgozó munkatársunk küldi el.

Group classes
Is it worth enrolling my child in several consecutive courses? 

Yes, with 20-hour modules, students work on a different exciting topic each week. 

 

Summer kids' camps
What level of administration is required from the client to start the courses?

For our clients, the course initiation primarily involves the administration required by their internal regulations. All other administrative tasks in the Adult Education Data Reporting System and the SchoolDrive school management program are handled by the language school.

Company language courses
Can you join the course after it has started?

Yes! Enrollment is ongoing until we reach the maximum number of students per group. As the course nears its end, let us know in time if you want to continue, so you can secure your spot in the next course as well.

Online Language Courses
What about online teaching practices? Will traditional classroom teaching return?

This topic needs to be discussed further in the near future. Our teachers have observed and compared students' performance in online and classroom settings and have concluded that the mode of instruction—whether online or in-person—is not a decisive factor in determining a student's teaching abilities, including how they teach or explain concepts.

Does the CELTA certificate hold the same value if obtained through an online or in-person exam?

The certificate issued by Cambridge is the same—there is no formal difference, regardless of how the student obtained it. At the end of the course, a final report is prepared on the student's work, which includes the mode of study.

Teacher Training
If I’m a little late at the start of the lesson, can I still join using the link?

Yes, it is possible. If you still experience any issues, the school's customer service can assist you.

Group classes
Can I still join after the training starts on Monday?

Yes! We accept applications from new members until Tuesday each week. Each theme and project starts on Monday, so to make the most of your time in this inspiring environment, we recommend joining early in the week.

 

Summer kids' camps
What information does the school need to organize our company's language training?
  • the planned start date of the course(s)
  • the location of the classes (online, at the company’s headquarters, or at the school)
  • the expected number of participants, broken down by how many wish to attend group lessons and how many prefer private lessons
  • the languages to be learned
  • the planned number of lessons, as well as any time or budget constraints

 

the type of course, which is typically‍: 

  1. general, 
  2. business, 
  3. professional, 
  4. specific, 
  5. specifically focused on developing speaking or writing skills, 
  6. or organised according to other preferences‍

 

the planned timetable for the lessons: 

  1. Weekly frequency (e.g., two weekdays per week for group lessons, one weekday per week for private lessons)
  2. lesson duration (e.g., 60 or 90 minutes)
  3. number of lessons per day (e.g., 1×60 minutes, 2×45 minutes)
  4. specific available days for training based on the participants' schedules (e.g., Tuesday-Thursday, Monday-Wednesday-Friday, or fully flexible)
  5. possibly any additional preferences.
Company language courses
What happens if I miss one or more classes?

Ha megoldható, kérjük, hogy előre jelezd az oktatónak, hogy nem fogsz résztvenni a következő órán/órákon. A tanárod megmondja, hogy melyik tankönyvi részt érdemes önállóan átvenned, hogy a következő órára felzárkózz.
Csoportos nyelvoktatásban résztvevőknél az eseti kihagyott nyelvóra költsége nem visszatéríthető.
Magán nyelvoktatásban a lemondott órára a szerződésben található lemondási feltételeinkben leírtak vonatkoznak.
Kihagyott nyelvóra(k) pótlására vagy ismétlésre kizárólag indokolt esetben, egyedi elbírálás után van lehetőség.
Ha ezügyben kérdésed, egyedi igényed merülne fel, kérjük, hogy mielőbb vedd fel a kapcsolatot nyelviskolánkkal telefonon (+36 30 575 4078) vagy e-mail-ben ([email protected]).

Online Language Courses
Will employers not give preference to teachers who have not obtained their CELTA qualification online?

When it comes to employment, this distinction depends on the employer.

We believe that a good teacher teaches well under any circumstances—regardless of how they obtained their qualification—but we cannot speak on behalf of other employers.

Since most classes are now conducted online, and an increasing number of students are expected to choose online education in the future, it is likely that the recognition of teachers with online qualifications and experience in online teaching will improve in the coming years.

Teacher Training
What devices can be used to join Zoom (Laptop, Tablet, Mobile, etc.)?

All the listed devices can connect to Zoom, but in our opinion, a laptop, desktop computer, or larger tablet provides the most comfortable learning experience for you.

Group classes
What can you expect in the afternoon sessions?

Afternoon classes run from 13.00 to 16.00, where we offer English language skills activities for students. Some examples of the afternoon sessions: Sport: we will learn the rules of cricket in school, after which students can try and practice the skills learned in the class on the Blood Field. Media: the basics of photography and video production will be discussed, followed by a photo walk in the nearby Millenáris Park, and then the raw material will be processed in a team project.

Summer kids' camps
Is IH Budapest an official adult education institution?

Yes, our corporate training programs—just like our public and teacher training courses—are provided under an official adult education framework as registered foreign language training. Additionally, the school is authorized to conduct accredited courses.

Company language courses
Is there any course material or textbook?

Yes, the course book is available from us at a 10% discount compared to the retail price.

Online Language Courses
Does IH differentiate course pricing based on whether the lessons are taught by native or non-native teachers?

All our instructors are native or native-level teachers, so this does not affect the course pricing.

Group classes
Does the course fee include meals?

No, the camp is self-catering, meals are not included in the course fee.

Summer kids' camps
Are training courses subject to VAT or exempt from VAT?

We provide registered training programs in compliance with the current adult education laws, which are VAT-exempt.

Company language courses
How long does it take to progress from beginner/elementary level to intermediate or advanced level? How many modules does one level consist of?

Our level system is easy to follow and transparent. For example, during a 120-hour general English course, you can achieve one language level (e.g., Intermediate). To learn more about the pace of progress in our courses and the full structure of our level system, feel free to contact our team through any of our available channels.

Group classes
Which textbook will we use for the 60- or 120-hour courses? How many courses does one textbook cover?

Depending on the group and the teacher, you can choose between SpeakOut 2nd Edition or English File 4th Edition.Both books present grammar and develop vocabulary through speaking and listening comprehension exercises, thus developing and teaching several areas of the language at the same time. Modern online help files, which are very popular with students, are included and the code to use them is hidden in the books.‍A textbook is typically taken over a 120-hour course or two 60-hour courses.‍

Group classes
Will participants' personal data be required to start the training programs?

Yes, we process and store the following data:the student's name at birth and date of birth, place and date of birth, e-mail and telephone contact details, mother's name, highest level of education, employment status. For more information on how we process your data, please see our privacy notice.

Company language courses
Which language exam is recommended for studying or working abroad?

Several internationally recognized language exams are available in Hungary, including Cambridge, IELTS, and TOEFL. The most suitable option for you depends on the country where you plan to use the certificate and the specific purpose of the exam.

Group classes
What are the steps for enrolment?

If you have not studied the language before, simply inform us of your intention to enrol by sending an email to [email protected] , in person at our school at 1023 Budapest, Lajos utca 11-15., or by phone on +36 30 575 4078.

After contacting us, we will discuss which course you would like to join and its details. Once you provide your information and complete the payment, you can join either an ongoing or a newly starting course.

If you have studied the language before, you will need to take a free written and oral placement test for all our group courses. This helps us recommend the most suitable course for you. Based on your results, we will discuss the details of your course, which you can join after providing your information and completing the payment. Regardless of your level, if you are joining an ongoing course, we offer a free trial session so you can experience the group before making your final decision.

Group classes

Company details

Company name:
International House Hungary Kft.
Headquarters:
1023 Budapest, Lajos utca 11-15.
Company registration number:
01 09 449981
Tax ID
32929724-2-41
EU Tax ID
HU32929724

How to apply

Applying is easy – it only takes a few simple steps!

If you're a returning student

If you completed one of our courses in the last few months, send an email to [email protected] and we'll check your details and take care of your registration.

If you're a new student

Take our online placement test and we'll contact you to arrange a free speaking assessment. After that, we'll tell you everything you need to know about our courses.