×
Search for Schools

ESL School in South Africa

Contact Our School

Blue Ocean Language School:
Blue Ocean Language School is an International English Language School situated in Jeffreys Bay, Eastern Cape, South Africa. Our purpose at Blue Ocean Language School is to holistically approach teaching at such a level, that all our students leave with a love and appreciation for English, experiences never to be forgotten and new friends that they will cherish for the remainder of their lives! We offer general and business English courses, preparation for the Cambridge FCE & CAE exams, private English classes and more. We guarantee that there will never be more than 5 students per teacher in our school - thereby ensuring that each student gets more than adequate individual attention.

Combining fun with learning!

Photo of ESL School in South AfricaOur teachers, as well as our extra-curricular programme, is what sets our school apart. We absolutely love what we do, and we throw ourselves completely into this system - ensuring that our students have the ultimate learning experience... and as much fun as possible!!!

From visiting animal rehabilitation farms and centres... to learning how to make sushi yourself... movie nights... karaoke nights... fishing trips... having a braai (that's what we call a barbeque in South Africa) on the banks of one of the most beautiful rivers in a nearby lush and tranquil valley... Township Tours... visiting National Heritage sights and learning all about our local history... to partying the night away with a bunch of new friends!!!

Combine all of this with experienced and dedicated teachers who utilise some of the best teaching sources available - and you have an absolute recipe for success!!!

Location:
Centrally situated in Wavecrest; one of the safest areas in Jeffreys Bay; our school is within comfortable walking distance of pharmacies, doctors, dentists, restaurants, coffee shops, pubs, supermarkets, as well as our beautiful beaches (Magnatubes is 150m away, and Supertubes is a mere 900m away).

Courses / Programs:

- General English
- General English Focus
- Business English
- Business English Focus
- Travel English Classes
- Private English Classes
- FCE & CAE Exam Preparation
- Business Specific Courses - a unique range of courses specifically aimed at bridging the English Language gap in the Business World (with a choice of Aviation English, Legal English, Marketing & Advertising English, Human Resources English, Presentation English, Logistics English, as well as Energy Industry English)

Email: Contact Us
Address: 9 Impala Road, Wavecrest, Jeffreys Bay, Eastern Cape, Port Elizabeth, South Africa
Some interested visitors submitting program inquiries to our school up to 2025-06-30 were from:

Beinwil am See, Switzerland; Saint Alexandre, France; JHB; Cote d'Ivoire, Cote d'Ivoire; Ho Chi Minh, Vietnam; and more.
Related Schools & Programs. Inquire to our admissions team today:
Ailola Cape Town English School
Courses / Programs
The Ailola Cape Town English School has been founded in 1998. You will find our English school on the 5th floor of the unique, state-of-the-art Equinox building.

We have 9 large classrooms, open shared spaces and, most important, natural lighting and views you simply won't find elsewhere. Ailola Cape Town is just 5 minutes from the beautiful Sea Point promenade and beach, where you can jog, play soccer and enjoy Cape Town's majestic Atlantic Ocean sunsets.

The neighborhood has a bustling cafe and restaurant culture and is easily accessible from all major points of interest in the city. Wedged between the world-renowned Clifton beaches and the V&A Waterfront, we're also only 10 minutes from the city!
- Group English Courses
- Private / Semi-Private English Lessons
- Intensive English Immersion Courses
- Combination English Courses
- Business English Courses
- Cambridge / TOEFL / IELTS Exam Preparation Courses
- English for Professionals, e.g. workers in oil & gas industry
- 1-Day Travel English Courses
- English Volunteering Programs
International House Johannesburg - Language Lab
Courses / Programs
• Conveniently located in Braamfontein, a central suburb of Johannesburg, International House Johannesburg - Language Lab (IH Johannesburg) provides a range of quality full-time and part-time English courses to South African students and international students from around the world. We teach students of all levels - from total beginners to advanced.

• We provide comprehensive IELTS preparation courses, and are the only centre in the Gauteng Province that offers the world-recognised Cambridge ESOL (English for Speakers of Other Languages) exams. 

• IH Johannesburg is a member of the International House World Organisation (IHWO), one of the largest and oldest groups of language schools in the world.

• We give our students the opportunity to learn English in an exciting environment that embraces multiculturalism and the vibrancy of city life.

• Our dedicated and passionate teachers are qualified in teaching English as a Second Language, with experience in teaching English overseas in many different parts of the world, and in teaching English from a variety of cultural backgrounds. We also provide customized business English training for companies & organizations.

Student Reviews:
“The staff are friendly and hard-working, so students from all countries feel at home.”
- Mazeroge, Mozambique

"Being able to speak English, somehow makes you someone else with different values. Thanks to all at Language Lab."
- Alexandre, Gabon
English Courses in Johannesburg:

• 4-week General English courses for foreigners
• English Improvement courses for South Africans (held part-time over 6 Saturday mornings)
• Private English lessons
• IELTS test preparation
• Exam preparation for Cambridge KET, PET, B2 First for Schools, FCE (Cambridge First Certificate), CAE, CPE..
• Business English training for companies & organizations
• Aviation English training and testing
• CELTA & DELTA English language teaching qualifications
• Homestay with a local English-speaking family
Language Teaching Centre
Courses / Programs
We are situated on the foreshore in Cape Town, near the CBD. With a maximum of only 7 students in each English course, the teacher can give each student sufficient attention and solve individual language problems. Besides the English and other language courses, we also offer Translation Services, Certificates - TOEFL, Cambridge, Pitman, Accommodation - Homestay Family, Guest House, Bed & Breakfast, Backpackers, Apartaments, sightseeing tours and outings. Thus, you will have the opportunity not only to improve your language skills, but also experience Cape Town's beautiful landscape, people and cultures.
General English, Business English, English intensive, Private English Lessons, German classes, Spanish, Portuguese, Arabic, Italian, French and South African Languages: Afrikaans Lessons, Xhosa, Zulu.
English Language School of Cape Town
Courses / Programs
English Language School offers English courses in Cape Town, South Africa. We are dedicated to providing students with an enjoyable and stress free environment, while improving their English. Our courses include intensive, business and vocational English as well as preparation for English exams including IELTS and TOEFL. We also offer private classes.

There is a maximum of 10 students per class. You will receive a first day placement test and regular progress tests. We have friendly staff, a welcoming atmosphere and highly qualified academic team. ELS provides excellent homestay family accommodation with free airport pick up and drop off and a weekday shuttle between ELS and your homestay accommodation. Weekly student activities & social club will give students an opportunity to practice their English and to make new friends.

We also offer excellent student services facilities, assisting with visa extension, car rental, social programs, etc
- General English
- Intensive English
- Business English
- Vocational English
- IELTS (Intl English Language Testing System)
- TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language)
- FCE (First Certificate in English)
- CAE (Certificate in Advanced English)
- CPE (Certificate of Proficiency in English)
- Private Lessons: min. 10 lessons / week
Good Hope Studies, Cape Town
Courses / Programs
Good Hope Studies is one of the leading English language schools in Cape Town, South Africa. We provide a range of English courses, including Business English, Intensive English and exam preparation courses for the IELTS and TOEFL exams.

We have gained an excellent reputation both through the personal attention we give students and by promoting a relaxed yet challenging environment in which to study. Each year more and more students from all over the world enjoy our first class programme.

The English language school is located in a beautiful office building in the pedestrian walkway of St. Georges Mall. Here you feel the hustle and bustle of city life and enjoy the multicultural blend the city is so well known for. The language school is a short distance to the Metrorail and bus station. St. Georges Mall offers a lively atmosphere full of artists, shops and business people.
General English, Business English, Hotel & Tourism, Secretarial English, Exam preparation. Standard Course, Vacation Course, Standard-Plus, Intensive Course, Business Course, IELTS, TOEFL, BEC, Cambridge Course, One-to-One Tuition.
Jeffreys Bay Language School
Courses / Programs
Established in 2005, Jeffreys Bay Language School is an English language school in Eastern Cape, South Africa, 700 km up the East Coast from Cape Town. Our closest international airport is in Port Elizabeth, 80 km from Jeffreys Bay. We are a gateway to two of South Africa's top tourist routes, namely the Garden Route leading to Cape Town, and the Sunshine Coast between Port Elizabeth and Durban.

Jeffreys Bay Language School has adopted the relaxed life style that our town portrays while maintaining a professional and quality filled product. Our English courses follow the New Headway series from Oxford University Press while our exam preparation courses are compliant with the Cambridge standards. Our courses include General English, Business English, Intensive English and more.

We have an extensive social programme which allows students to experience the culture, nature and adventure that South Africa has to offer. Our school prides itself in being small and personal in all respects from class sizes to staff / student interaction outside of school - all of us enjoy accompanying students on trips and tours, and to date many of our teachers still keep in touch with past students.
- General English Courses
- Intensive English Courses
- Business English
- Cambridge CAE & FCE Exam Preparation
- Aviation English Courses
- English and Volunteer Packages
- English and Surf Packages
- Private English Lessons