Adventure, excitement and English

Learn English in one of the world’s most stunning locations.

Enjoy views of Table Mountain

A modern English language school located in the heart of the city.

Quality accommodation at low prices

Choose a relaxing and comfortable place to stay.

Experience the adventure of South Africa

Famed for its unusual flora, fauna and breathtaking scenery.

EC Cape Town

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EC Cape Town, established in 2002, is an English language school located in a modern building in the heart of the city centre. Cafés, restaurants and shops are all close by. Many of our 26 classrooms have views of Table Mountain. Our ground-floor café is newly refurbished. We are also an accredited TEFL centre for teacher training.
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  • English Courses

    Improve your English level and communication skills.

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  • Business English

    Learn the English needed for business-world success.

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  • University Preparation

    Academic preparation for entry to an English-speaking university.

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School Facilities

  • Classrooms

    26 fully equipped classrooms with views of Table Mountain.

  • Café

    Great café located on the ground floor of EC Cape Town.

  • Wi-fi

    Free wireless internet access throughout the centre.

  • Self Study Room

    Quiet area to do homework and study.

  • Library

    Library and resource facilities available to all EC students.

Photo Gallery

  • EC Cape Town Facade
  • EC Cape Town Classroom
  • EC Cape Town Student Lounge
  • EC Cape Town Student Lounge
  • EC Cape Town Student Lounge
  • EC Cape Town Student Lounge
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This Week’s Activities

  • Monday

    30th
    City Tour
    City Tour
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  • Tuesday

    31st
    Park Access
    Park Access
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  • Wednesday

    1st
    Pronunciation Clinic
    Pronunciation Clinic
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  • Thursday

    2nd
    Lecture
    Lecture
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  • Friday

    3rd
    Kalk Bay
    Kalk Bay
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  • Saturday

    4th
    Hermanus Whale Tour
    Hermanus Whale Tour
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  • Sunday

    5th
    Simon's Town
    Simon's Town
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Mon30
  • City Tour

    City Tour

    15:30
    Get orientated in Cape Town. Visit Sea Point, Camps Bay and more. R120.
Tue31
  • Park Access

    Park Access

    13:00
    Cape Town's biggest shopping park with over 60 outlet stores. Cost: R60. Sign up in reception. Website
Wed1
  • Pronunciation Clinic

    Pronunciation Clinic

    15:15
    In room 3.3. for Beginner, Elementary and Pre-Intermediate Students.
Thu2
  • Lecture

    Lecture

    17:00 pm
    Free lecture in school. Practise your listening. Topic: Travelling in Cape Town
Fri3
  • Kalk Bay

    Kalk Bay

    13:00
    Trip to wonderful seaside village. Try the famous Fish & Chips. R150. Kalk Bay Map
Sat4
  • Hermanus Whale Tour

    Hermanus Whale Tour

    08:30 am
    Whale watching from Hermannus' clifftops. See Southern Right Whales. Cost: R400 Map
Sun5
  • Simon's Town

    Simon's Town

    09:00 am
    Simon's Town by train. Buy a ticket at the station for R30. Simon's Town Info

Teacher Profiles

Meet some of our teachers who will help you reach your English goal.

EC Cape Town is conveniently located in the heart of the city, with beautiful Table Mountain as the backdrop; it is a pulsating and professional school with animated colleagues and students from all over the world. I’ve been working here for eight months and it’s been both gruelling and very exciting!

EC is like a well-oiled machine that operates smoothly and effectively and I am pleased to be part of the team. The efficiency of the administration staff is remarkable; from stude ...full tesimonial

Danica Steyn - English Language Teacher, Cape Town Danica Steyn Teacher
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Nationality Mix

Actual nationalities will vary over time so this may not be representative of the mix on your course.

  • Brazilian
    15%
  • Korean
    15%
  • Swiss
    10%
  • Saudi
    8%
  • German
    7%
  • Turkish
    7%
  • Chinese
    6%
  • Angolan
    6%
  • French
    4%
  • Italian
    3%

Location

  • Located in the central business district
  • Schools has views of Table Mountain
  • School on historical Heritage Square
  • Great location for shops, dining and entertainment

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What students are saying about EC Cape Town.

When I arrived here I couldn't speak English at all and could barely understand what I was
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Jee Jung Hwan
I arrived at EC language school in July 19th. This is my first time to come to Cape Town and come
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Yadi Hu
I have been studying at EC Cape Town for 2 months now. I would recommend studying here at the
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Alessandro Scognamiglio
I have been in Cape Town for 2 months. I would recommend EC Cape Town as it is a great experience
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Matinda Jemyna
EC Cape Town is well situated in central Cape Town and it's a nice place where I can learn and
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Stefane Grosjean
I found my one-to-one classes at EC Cape Town very useful and practical. I can focus on my
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Kaori Shimizu
I think EC school had good teachers. I liked having the opportunity to speak English and I liked
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Davide Bassi
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