Video Tours

Discover more about International House London with our introductory videos covering everything from social activities to the facilities on offer at our language school in Covent Garden. Simply click on the play icon in the centre of the video player to watch the film and use the controls at the bottom to set the volume or make the video full screen.

Introducing IH London language school

International House London is a teacher training and English language school in Covent Garden. Watch this short video about the history of International House London, and find out more about our language courses and teacher training programme .

London attractions

Covent Garden London is a great place to study. Watch this short video about the many London attractions you can enjoy as a student at International House language school. Our central London location means there are plenty of opportunities for you to practise English and join in with all kinds of social activities .

IH London Facilities

As you will see from this video, our modern language school is equipped with all the latest technology, including a large computer lab and free wi-fi access throughout the building. The purpose-built school also has its own library, café and digital language lab. Perhaps best of all, the location of International House language school is just a few minutes from the shops, bars and cafes of Covent Garden.

Introducing our Student Services Team

This short video introduces our multi-lingual Student Services Team. They will help you book a course , answer your questions about the learning programmes we have on offer, and help you get the most out of your time in London.

IH London Cafe

IH London facilities include a café that serves hot and cold food throughout the day. It is a great place to relax between language lessons, or practise English with new friends.

Get more out of London with our Social Programme

This video introduces our Social Programme team who run lots of activities and events to help students get more out of life in London. You can visit big London attractions like St Paul's Cathedral and the Houses of Parliament, or travel further afield to historic UK cities such as Edinburgh. Student parties will help you make new friends, while pronunciation workshops will help you improve English language skills.
Download March 2010 social programme (331 KB)

IH London library

The IH London library is packed with books, magazines, periodicals, DVDs and CDs. Our librarians will help you find the resources you need whether you are studying English as a foreign language , learning to teach English , or doing evening foreign language study .

Student accommodation London

This video describes the wide range of accommodation that we can arrange for students at IH London. You can choose from homestays with local host families in London, stay in halls of residence, live in a shared house with other students, or even stay in a hotel during your studies. The IH London Accommodation Team can help find the best option for you.

Computer labs with free Internet

This short video introduces the computer labs at IH London. There are three of these self-access centres for General English students, trainee teachers, and Executive Centre clients. You can make use of free Internet access in the computer centres, as well as free wi-fi throughout the building.

How we teach English as a foreign language

From intensive lessons to part time English courses in London, International House offers a range of General English courses to suit every level. This short video introduces our English teaching approach and describes the flexible study options for learning English as a foreign language.

How we teach international business English

Our self-contained Executive Centre on the top floor of the school building offers a range of business language courses. This video introduces the teaching style and facilities for business people who want to take a highly focused professional English course in London.

Prepare for university with a foundation course

Our University Foundation Courses are ideal if you need to improve your English for academic study. This video tells you more about what the University Foundation Programme covers and how it will help you reach the right level of English for university in the UK. You can take units in Law, Business or Engineering to fast track you to range of undergraduate degree courses in related subjects.

Modern language courses at IH London

If you want to learn a language in London International House offers evening classes in seven different languages . You can study Chinese, learn to speak French or have Spanish tuition. This video tells you more about the teaching style, languages on offer, and the different foreign language study options.

Cambridge exams and IELTS preparation London

Watch this short video about the range of exam preparation courses at IH London. We can help you get ready for Cambridge examinations - for example the First Certificate in English - and also the IELTS test, which is commonly needed for entry to higher education and certain professions.
View the IELTS test dates .

CELTA teacher training for native English speakers

Watch this short video about CELTA training at IH London . Recognised all over the world, CELTA is your qualification to teach English as a second language. CELTA teacher training is for people new to teaching, or English language teachers without a recognised qualification. We also offer development courses for experienced teachers, including the Diploma in English Teaching (DELTA) and Education Management .

Teacher training for non native English speakers

This video introduces the IH TESOL Certificate - an initial English teaching certificate for new teachers, or teachers whose first language is not English. The four week course introduces you to the theory and practice of teaching English as a foreign language.
View our Courses for Overseas Teachers .

Teaching European languages

This video introduces the IH Certificate - a teacher training qualification for fluent French, German, Italian or Spanish speakers who want to teach in this language. The IH Certificate in Teaching Languages to Adults (CLTA) will train you how to teach European languages to non native speakers.

Online teacher development courses including DELTA

This video introduces teaching development courses for experienced English language teachers. The Distance DELTA Course is a unique English teaching diploma developed with the British Council. It is ideal for experienced teachers who want to carry on working while studying for a further English teaching certificate. The video also covers Education Management training - online courses for people wanting to move into teacher training or management.

Cultural Training at IH London

Cultural awareness training is really important if you want to know the right language for business. Watch a video about cross cultural training courses at International House London and find out how we can help you relocate to a new country or manage an international team. Our experienced trainers have led courses across five continents and will show you how to improve your business performance through better local awareness.