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The Best Place to Learn English in South Africa
Build your English language confidence
Campuses in Cape Town and Johannesburg
Flexible Courses | Small Classes | Friendly Support
The team at AE are committed to offering professional and personalized services to each and every student, whether they are with the school for 2 weeks or 12 months.
AE has a team of highly motivated and experienced staff. Our teachers are chosen, not only based on their qualifications, but also on their positive personalities
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Avenue English (AE) is a proudly South African English language school in the world-class African cities of Johannesburg & CapeTown.
We opened our doors in July 2011. With over 45 accumulated years of experience, the team at AE has made this school the foremost English Language School in South Africa.
Avenue English ensures that the language student enjoys and makes the most of their stay at the school. There is unlimited Internet access, excellent parking, Â space to chill out and relax during breaks and refreshment facilities.
Social activities are organized on a regular basis for teachers and students to interact in a more relaxed atmosphere.
Every students’ language needs and requirements are handled efficiently and with warm hospitality while in Johannesburg and CapeTown.
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Why Choose us
- Conveniently located in the northern suburbs of Johannesburg and the Atlantic Seaboard in Cape Town
- Fully accredited with dedicated mother-tongue English teachers
- Personalised courses in small classes
- Constant individual progress monitored to ensure that you are learning well and that you are happy with your studies
Benefits to You
- Improve your English in the world class African cities of Johannesburg and Cape Town
- Classes designed to advance your fluency and accuracy
- Focus on your personal learning goals
- Our AE Promise guarantees you results
- Study in a welcoming, friendly environment
Key Facts
- Maximum class size of 12
- Comfortable air-conditioned classrooms
- 15, 20, 25 or 30 lessons per week
- Levels: Beginner to Advanced
- Flexible Studies
- Start any Monday
Our teachers know your name, not just your level
Our school continually assesses your teachers and provides on-going teacher training to keep up to date with current and cutting-edge teaching methodologies.
All the teachers are encouraged to up-skill in all areas of EFL (English as a Foreign Language) including the formats of the Cambridge, Pearson and IELTS exams. AE insists on providing a platform for staff members to achieve their full potential.
This, combined with the most current teaching materials, ensures that AE’s students get the maximum benefit from all their courses.
I am so happy I chose to study with Avenue English.
This experience has literally changed my life
This experience has literally changed my life
Not only has my English improved beyond my expectations, I have also made new friends in South Africa and from around the world.
Cape Town has to be the world's most beautiful city and is the perfect place to study
I recommend Avenue English to everyone!
I recommend Avenue English to everyone!
For me it was so important being here at Avenue school even for a short time.
It was great to remember some grammar, words and knew some new words that is different in American English
I'm sure that will be better if I stay more time here but unfortunately it is not possible.
I had a good time in Avenue English school.
Hi I'm Faris I'm from Saudi Arabia
I studied at Avenue English for 5 months and what distinguishes the school is the teachers and the location.
Because the small number of students in the class and students from different countries if I return to learn a language in Cape Town
Avenue English will be my first choice
Thanks a lot
It's my second year studying here and I'm loving it
The teachers have a lot of patience, they are lovely and human and it's make a lot of influence in our journey.
About the physical infrastructure, Avenue has a big and comfortable place as well.
A perfect school to learn English
I've planned my language exchange since last year and chose Avenue English, it was the best decision.
I found here a warm place to learn.
This environment with excellent teachers, lovely classmates and kind crew helps me a lot to to overcome the challenges with learning English
I finally got more confident to speak, my listening and writing and reading have improved, and grammar is not a monster any more to me.
Thanks for everything everyone!
Hope to come back another day and meet you again! I'm going to miss you!
1. I felt very welcomed at Avenue English and must the result was a lot of learning.
2. Being able to learn and communicate with colleagues from different parts of the world made me value the potential of my English.
3. I recommend the school not just for the learning but for the experiences
4. The school blends in with the vibrant atmosphere of Cape Town
My stay and my English lessons at AE Johannesburg were a complete success. I felt fully integrated into the school immediately after my first few days, and since the school isn't that big, there was more of a family atmosphere, so I felt well looked after. The lessons were very well structured and logical, and the small class sizes allowed me to improve my English right from the start. The accommodations fully met my expectations. It was quiet and relaxed.
Choose the Course that suits you
Cape Town Courses
| Course Name | Location | Link |
|---|---|---|
| Fast Track English - Cape Town | Cape Town | View Course Details |
| General English - Cape Town | Cape Town | View Course Details |
| General English Intensive - Cape Town | Cape Town | View Course Details |
| General English Plus - Cape Town | Cape Town | View Course Details |
| Private English Lessons - Cape Town | Cape Town | View Course Details |
Johannesburg Courses
| Course Name | Location | Link |
|---|---|---|
| Fast Track English - Joburg | Johannesburg | View Course Details |
| General English - Joburg | Johannesburg | View Course Details |
| General English Part-Time - Joburg | Johannesburg | View Course Details |
| General English Plus - Joburg | Johannesburg | View Course Details |
| IELTS / Cambridge Pearson Exam Preparation - Joburg | Johannesburg | View Course Details |
| Private Lessons In-House - Joburg | Johannesburg | View Course Details |
Online Courses
| Course Name | Location | Link |
|---|---|---|
| Private English Lessons Online | Online | View Course Details |
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