EC Cape Town ENGLISH LANGUAGE SCHOOL
EC Cape Town, established in 2002, is located an English language school in a modern purpose-built building in the heart of the city centre. On the doorstep you will find everything you need, including internet cafés, shops, a post office and more. All 15 classrooms are fully equipped; many of which have views of Table Mountain. The Café on the ground floor is a perfect place to enjoy a coffee. For those interested in becoming teachers, we are an accredited TEFL centre.
CAPE TOWN - AN EXOTIC AND UNIQUE LOCATION
Cape Town is known as the Mother City and is the oldest city in South Africa. It is highly valued for its unique blend of modern city life and natural wide open spaces. English is one of the official languages that is spoken widely, especially in the cities. From whale-watching, hiking, mountain climbing, paragliding and diving with sharks, to sauntering along its famous wine routes, watching world-class cultural events and doing a spot of great shopping - there is something for everyone. This is one of the most beautiful cities in the world, nestled between Table Mountain and the Atlantic Ocean.
LEARNING ENGLISH AT EC CAPE TOWN
It is a big challenge to learn English. At EC Cape Town we understand this and so we will do all we can to help you learn and reach your goal. There are many reasons to learn English and your needs, strengths and weaknesses are very specific and important to us. That’s why our English language school has a class that’s right for you, all levels of English are catered for and all reasons. We take can help you pass the English exam you are preparing for, our Business English Course will help you succeed in an English speaking working environment and our Academic Year Programme shows that the more you put in the more you will get out.
In the classroom our teachers will work on improving all areas of your English, so when you leave us your English level and confidence will have improved. That’s our guarantee to you.
Building on the English knowledge you have at the moment, we will enable you to build on it effectively and quickly.
Speaking, listening, reading and writing are the four skills you will practise in class. Our teachers will help on improving your fluency through expanding your vocabulary, helping you to speak in fuller sentences and cutting down on your thinking time. You’ll learn how to clearly make yourself understood and to understand others. In the classroom you’ll mix with students from all over the world. Working individually in pairs or in a group, you’ll do activities that will motivate and challenge you.
ENGLISH COURSES AT EC CAPE TOWN
ENGLISH COURSES AT EC – Cape Town
Whether you want to improve your English language skills for business or self improvement, intend to sit for accredited exams, or are looking for some well-spent time abroad, with EC English language schools you will be sure to find an English course that’s right for you.
GENERAL ENGLISH: General English is our standard course which gives you a good solid foundation in all aspects of the English language.
The course provides the essential structures and vocabulary you need, using a course book and supplementary materials, while giving you plenty of practice in all four language skills: Speaking, Listening, Reading and Writing.
With regular Speaking and Listening practice and new language input, the course is designed to improve your level and to maximise your ability to use all the English you know. You will have two teachers, one of whom will be your class teacher who will look after your academic progress throughout your stay
INTENSIVE ENGLISH: 30 Lessons per week; 1 lesson = 45 mins / 10 lessons = 7.5 hrs / 20 lessons = 15 hrs / 30 lessons = 22.5hrs / 40 lessons = 30 hrs
Make the most of your time abroad with this fast track learning course. The Intensive English course is the same as our General English programme but with the advantage of two extra lessons in the afternoon (30 lessons per week). This gives you more study time, enabling you to progress and gain greater fluency and accuracy at a faster pace. Your teachers will guide your progress every step of the way.
EXAM PREPARATION COURSES: 20 or 30 Lessons per week / 1 lesson = 45 mins
10 lessons = 7.5 hrs / 20 lessons = 15 hrs / 30 lessons = 22.5hrs / 40 lessons = 30 hrs
If you want to gain entrance into an English speaking university, have a competitive edge when applying for a job, enhance your career or move to a different country, you need an internationally recognised qualification. Certification will prove you have the necessary standard of English language skills required by employers and universities.
We provide a number of Exam Preparation Courses which guarantee to improve your English and prepare you for your chosen examination. You will enjoy the highly structured course and our motivational teachers will guide your continual improvement through interesting lessons and topical discussions.
The primary focus of the course is to ensure that you attain or surpass the level of English skills you require to sit your chosen exam. The more time you dedicate to learning English, the more you will improve and therefore achieve your desired exam score. You will also receive exam preparation skills specific to your chosen exam, ensuring that you are 100% prepared on the day of your examination.
We know that every student is different, which is why we combine a structured course with a personal study plan, individual tutorials and a personal reading programme to ensure you maximise your personal potential. To thoroughly prepare for the exam we recommend a 10-13 week study period.
Exam Preparation Courses available are: IELTS & TOEFL crash courses, GMAT and GRE, and Cambridge ESOL examinations, including FCE, CAE and CPE.
ACADEMIC YEAR PROGRAMME: 20, 24 or 30 Lessons per week / 1 lesson = 45 mins / 10 lessons = 7.5 hrs / 20 lessons = 15 hrs / 30 lessons = 22.5hrs / 40 lessons = 30 hrs
UNIVERSITY ACCESS: Studying at an English speaking university can open up a whole world of opportunities for your future. If you would like to embark on an undergraduate degree or post graduate course in an English speaking destination, EC's University Access Programme will provide you with the skills you need to achieve your goals and chosen degree.
The Course: Your English must be at the highest possible level if you want to study at an English speaking university. Without an advanced level of English, you will not achieve the results you are cable of.
Your choice of Exams: You can choose to sit for a Cambridge ESOL exam, IELTS or TOEFL tests to ensure your time spent perfecting your English is qualified by an internationally recognised exam. Preparing for exams also provides you with goals to strive for and more experience taking tests in English under strict academic conditions.
ENGLISH FOR ACADEMIC PURPOSES: Your course will be dedicated to preparing you for life in an English speaking university. You will improve your English to an Advanced level, whilst also learning all the techniques needed to succeed in an English speaking university. The English for Academic Purposes course covers the following:
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Academic writing
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Academic reading and critical thinking
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Vocabulary for academic purposes
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Grammar for academic purposes
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Academic listening and note taking
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Academic communication skills
BUSINESS ENGLISH MINI GROUP: 20 Lessons per week / 1 lesson = 45 mins / 10 lessons = 7.5 hrs / 20 lessons = 15 hrs / 30 lessons = 22.5hrs / 40 lessons = 30 hrs
Business English Mini Group course is designed to help you make maximum progress in a limited period. Study together with people from around the world in a small class of 6 people.
The aim of this course is to focus on the language needed to conduct core professional skills such as communicating on the telephone confidently, participating effectively in meetings, making clear presentations, conducting negotiations and discussions, writing professional reports, emails and letters.
Together with your teacher you will discuss your English language learning priorities and the core professional skills you wish to focus on. Meeting people from a variety of professional backgrounds adds to the unique experience of this course.
Supplement with Personal Tuition and benefit from both group and private tuition by combining the Business English Mini Group with 10 or 20 Business English One-to-One lessons.(note: this option is only available in low season - 14th Sept to 14th June)
BUSINESS ENGLISH ONE-TO-ONE: Maximise your time with a course specifically created for you.
After discussing your language requirements with your teacher we will design a course unique to your requirements. This will include practising English language skills in the work context which are specific to your needs. You could choose to focus on a number of core professional skills or focus on a particular project. We encourage you to bring materials from your workplace in order to perfect your documents and presentations while you are with us. Whatever your needs, this is the ideal course for making rapid progress in a limited period of time. You can choose to study 20, 30, 40 or 50 lessons per week. - Prices given on the right are based on 20 lessons per week.
SPECIALIST BUSINESS ENGLISH ONE-TO-ONE: EC can provide Specialised One-to-One Lessons specific to your profession, for example: English for Marketing, Accountancy, Human Resources, Advertising, Finance, Banking, Tourism and Law.
SEMI-INTENSIVE ENGLISH: The Semi-Intensive course gives you extra classes 2 days per week. The extra time in class helps to further consolidate your English knowledge, allowing you extra time to practice all skills.
TEACHER TRAINING CAPE TOWN: Teaching English as a Foreign Language (TEFL)- 4 weeks
About TEFL: TEFL (Teaching English as a Foreign Language) is recognised as one of the most interesting and exciting ways to travel the world, reach previously unreachable places, and experience different cultures. For those who plan to teach in South Africa, TEFL provides an opportunity to begin an enriching career in teaching. Opportunities exist in the growing number of English Language Schools, through private tutoring and in the expanding training sector. The TEYLT component of the EC TEFL certificate focuses on the needs of children aged 6-16. Many EFL teachers travel abroad and find themselves teaching children without having gained the necessary skills or expertise. This course equips the teacher to understand the specific needs of young learners and to use the most effective approaches for different learning styles.
General Course Information: This full-time course consists of intensive theoretical and practical training in a relaxed and fun English as a Foreign Language (EFL) environment. Training is provided for teaching English to Young Learners, Teenagers and Adults. Four weeks are spent in the classroom, learning theory, grammar and observing language teaching. This is interspersed with micro-teaching sessions where trainees get hands-on experience of putting theory into practice in training refugees. Trainees also gain valuable experience from teaching volunteer Primary and High School Learners who struggle with English as a Foreign or Second Language. The EC TEFL certificate is issued once the trainees have passed the practical teaching requirements and have completed the final research project and assignments for the course.
Three Week TEFL Course: We offer a three week comprehensive course that does not include the TEYL component. This course is suitable for those wishing to make a career change but have time constraints due to other commitments. The three week course is available at the given dates only.
TEFL PART-TIME (Tuesday and Thursday 18h00-21h00)
Due to demand we also have a part-time course available. This course takes place over two evenings a week over a ten-week period. Our first course commences 2 December - please enquire for further dates.
Requirements: Prospective TEFL trainees must be proficient in English. A short test must be written. Tertiary qualifications and/or work experience are highly recommended if you want to teach abroad.
Advantages of an EC TEFL Certificate:
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Internationally recognised certificate.
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Meets 120 hours of tuition and practical training, which exceeds the minimum requirement of 80 hours.
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Links to reputable recruitment agents and assistance with placement for suitable candidates.
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Hands-on practical teaching sessions to foreign students.
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A high percentage of trainees obtain teaching posts after course completion.
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Excellent teaching and experience track record.
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Well developed and enhanced training materials.
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Effective instructive strategies for Young Learners and Teenagers using stories, music, drama, crafts, games, webquests and technology.
Course Content: The whole course is run over 4 weeks which is broken down into the following:
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2 ½ weeks =Theory and Practical Teaching with Adult Learners, including micro and macro teaching, grammar, Journals, reports and assignments.
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1 ½ weeks = Theory and Practical Teaching with Young Learners and Teenagers.
The Adult Component of the EC TEFL course consists of 14 modules that deal with educational and linguistic developments in TEFL training. The following topics are dealt with in detail: Qualities of the TEFL professional / Teaching topics / Needs Analysis / Foreign language teaching / Activities / The 4 skills: reading, writing, listening and speaking / Song in the classroom / Lesson planning / Classroom management / Course materials / Testing / Pronunciation / Learner training / Language analysis
The course places a large emphasis on grammar and syntax. The methodology used here is practical and attempts to make this learning fun and exciting. All TEFL trainees completing this course will achieve an in-depth knowledge of the full breakdown of the English language. This is imperative for EFL teaching and is one of the reasons why this course is so popular. Over the seven years that this course has been run, we are continually complimented on the efficient training of English grammar.
The TEYLT (Teaching English to Young Learners and Teenagers) component of the EC TEFL course consists of the following 14 modules:
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Characteristics of a Young Learner
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Language and learning in the TEYLT classroom
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Teaching strategies
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Classroom management
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Managing and developing resources
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Lesson planning for Young Learners
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Assessing Young Learners
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The characteristics of Teenagers
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Adolescent stages of development
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Motivating Teenagers
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Creating a good learning environment
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Using suitable materials
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Developing the four skills
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Assessing and monitoring progress
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Course Enrolment
Course Dates for 2009 - Course Times: 08h30 – 15h30 Monday to Friday
TEFL / TEYLT: 26/01/09 - 20/02/09 - 02/03/09 - 27/03/09 - 04/05/09 – 29/05/09 - 27/07/09 – 21/08/09 - 24/08/09 – 18/09/09 - 05/10/09 – 30/10/09 - 02/11/09 – 27/11/09
TEFL 3 Weeks: 05/01/09 - 23/01/09 - 29/06/09 - 17/07/09 - 23/11/09 – 11/12/09
Course Prices & Payment: Cost 2008/9: ZAR 5900.00 (TEFL / TEYLT) - Cost 2008/9: ZAR 5400.00 (TEFL 3 Weeks and Part-Time)
A non-refundable registration fee of R1000 is payable to secure your place on application. The balance is payable no later than two weeks prior to commencement of the course. Cancellation must be in writing within four weeks of the course commencing.
The price includes:
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Comprehensive Tuition
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TEFL and TEYLT classroom teaching environment
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A comprehensive TEFL and TEYLT manual
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Classroom observation and feedback
Practical teaching sessions
Internationally recognised TEFL certificate
COURSE FACILITATORS: Megan Broekmann – the TEFL facilitator guarantees that you will not be disappointed.
You will receive value for your money and become both confident and competent as a TEFL teacher. After graduating from Rhodes University with a degree in Psychology and Linguistics, Megan completed her CELTA course and has been in the industry for 7 years; first as a teacher, then as a Director of Studies and now as a TEFL teacher.
Her hobbies include running, hiking and reading as well as spending time with her family and friends.
Shirley Leibbrandt – the TEYLT Facilitator shows you how to make English child's play. Shirley is passionate about young people and committed to creative learning, that is both fun and purposeful.
Shirley is South African and has a BA (cum laude) in English and Psychology from Free State University, a BA (Hons) in English from Rhodes University, a B.Bibl. (Hons) with distinction and a M.Bibl. from the University of Cape Town. She has lectured and tutored university and high school students as well as been involved in research projects concerning information literacy. She is married to a UCT professor and has three teenagers. With her family, she has spent many years abroad and has enjoyed living and working in multicultural communities. She obtained her TEFL and TEYL certification through BLC in Cape Town and is constantly updating her knowledge.
Shirley's interest in learning styles and TEYLT arose from her homeschooling experience in the USA and her involvement in diverse, early learning playgroups. She believes that the ideal TEYLT teacher is someone who loves children and who is nurturing and compassionate, patient, flexible, inspiring, creative and willing to learn all over again! She sees anxiety as a stumbling block to successful foreign language learning and strives to create a relaxed and stimulating environment for each child to develop his or her own potential. Storytelling, crafts, songs and drama are essential elements of the EC TEYLT component of the TEFL course.
ACCOMMODATION - EC CAPE TOWN
EC offers you a variety of accommodation options to choose from. Whether you’re looking for an independent residence, such as a hotel or apartment, or have decided to share with other students or experience daily life with an English speaking host-family, you can be sure that EC will help you find a place you can call a home away from home. Your comfort is our priority.
CAPE TOWN HOMESTAY
This is a popular option and is chosen by most students as it gives you the opportunity to practise your English outside of the classroom with your Host Family and experience life in Cape Town.
STANDARD HOMESTAY: Our families provide a warm and welcoming environment where you can practise your English. The majority of Host Families are situated within walking distance of EC or are easily accessible by bus. If you are aged 16 or 17 you must book this option
SUPERIOR HOMESTAY: At a Superior Homestay you will enjoy more privacy with a single bedroom and a private bathroom. Most of our Host Families live within walking distance of the school. Please enrol early if you wish to stay in a Superior Homestay.
CAPE TOWN SUPERIOR RESIDENCE
Residences are a great way to meet students from all over the world, practise your English and enjoy student life! By sharing your living space with students from other countries you will have the chance to learn about different cultures, taste the local cuisine and benefit from an international environment. A refundable deposit of €100 will be collected by EC upon arrival
MOUNTAIN VIEW: Mountain View, only a 10 minute walk from EC, is situated in a quiet residential area. It has stunning views of Table Mountain, the city and the harbour. This bright, modern house accommodates 9 people. Facilities include 4 bathrooms, a lounge and sun terrace. Internet connection available for 5.5 € for 100.00 MB’s / A refundable deposit of €100 will be collected by EC upon arrival
SEA POINT: Flanked on either side by luxurious houses and minutes from the ocean and Sea Point promenade, this accommodation is only a 15 minute journey to school. The 8 apartments are made up of either two or three bedrooms (single and twin available - half board).
Sea Point is a safe and fashionable area where many locals come to walk around the promenade - a great place to relax, do some people-watching or admire the ocean. There are plenty of shops and restaurants in the area.
CAPE TOWN ECONOMY-RESIDENCE
Interact with students from around the world during your stay in Cape Town. Residences are a great way to meet students and practise your English! By sharing your living space with students from other countries you will have the chance to learn about different cultures, taste the local cuisine and benefit from an international environment. A refundable deposit of €100 will be collected by EC upon arrival
SEA POINT: Sea Point is a beautiful area in the affluent suburbs of Cape Town. The Sea Point residence is within walking distance of many cafes, restaurants, supermarkets, laundrettes and major bus routes.Students staying at the Sea Point residence get complimentary transport to school. EC Cape Town is only a 15 minutes drive from the accommodation. Internet connection available for €11 a week
CAPE TOWN HOTELS
We can arrange accommodation at a wide range of 3 to 5 star Hotels and Guest Houses depending on your budget and preferences.
DADDY LONG LEGS: Daddy Long Legs has bags of character and is described as ‘very special’. This unique boutique Hotel is found on the trendy Long Street in the heart of Cape Town. The Hotel is a 10 minute walk from EC and has a bar, a restaurant, internet access and laundry facilities.
PARLIAMENT: Parliament Hotel is a very friendly and well priced mid-range Hotel. The Hotel is a 10 minute walk from EC and is within walking distance of the famous Greenmarket Square and St George's Mall - both home to local arts and crafts. Each of the 274 guestrooms has air-conditioning, a shower room, television and telephone facilities. The Hotel has a bar and restaurant. Breakfast is charged separately.
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Junior Programs - English