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KAPLAN: CELEBRATING 80 YEARS IN EDUCATION

 

Kaplan is one of the world’s largest and most diverse education providers. Founded more than 80 years ago in the US by Stanley Kaplan to expand access to education, Kaplan now has operations in 28 countries and offers education and training to more than one million students worldwide. Kaplan is part of Graham Holdings, formerly The Washington Post Company.

 

THE KAPLAN INTERNATIONAL LANGUAGES DIFFERENCE

Our students learn not just in the classroom, but out in the world through exploration and adventure.

1 EXCEPTIONAL
SCHOOLS
2 UNFORGETTABLE
EXPERIENCE
3 OUTSTANDING
ACADEMIC RESULTS
 

80 years of excellence in education

 

Schools in 9 countries across the world

 

Over 40,000 students from 150 countries each year

 

Recommended by 97% of students

LANGUAGEs OF OPPORTUNITY

Becoming bilingual is like owning a magic key that lets you explore, work and make connections in places that you might otherwise never have been able to enter

PROFESSIONAL
More than a third of positions advertised by Bank of America in 2015 were for bilingual workers.
PERSONAL
Being bilingual can improve your creativity – having two or more words for one idea can improve elasticity of thinking.
EDUCATION
Speaking another language can enable you to study at prestigious universities around the world which operate in your non-native language.

How we teach ENGLISH

Our immersive courses plunge you into the living language.
Learn through dynamic tuition, unique study materials, and fun excursions in a fascinating English-speaking culture

0
weeks
ELEMENTARY
You know a few simple words and phrases, but you have a very small vocabulary and can only communicate basic needs.
Exam Levels
  • CEFR A1
  • TOEFL® 0–12
  • IELTS 3.5–4.0
  • CAMBRIDGE 100–120
  • KITE Main Suite (Listening, Reading, and Grammar) 225–274
10
weeks
LOWER INTERMEDIATE
You can participate in simple conversations, read basic texts, and write simple notes and letters.
Exam Levels
  • CEFR A2
  • TOEFL® 13–36
  • IELTS 4.0–4.5
  • CAMBRIDGE 120–140 KET
  • KITE Main Suite (Listening, Reading, and Grammar) 275–349
20
weeks
INTERMEDIATE
You can participate in conversations about familiar topics, read longer texts, and write simple paragraphs.
Exam Levels
  • CEFR B1
  • TOEFL® 37–54
  • IELTS 4.5-5.5
  • CAMBRIDGE 140–160 PET
  • KITE Main Suite (Listening, Reading, and Grammar) 350–424
30
weeks
HIGHER INTERMEDIATE
You can participate fully in more complex conversations, read more advanced texts and write a simple essay.
Exam Levels
  • CEFR B2
  • TOEFL® 55–74
  • IELTS 5.5–7.0
  • CAMBRIDGE 160–180 FCE
  • KITE Main Suite (Listening, Reading, and Grammar) 425–499
40
weeks
ADVANCED
You can handle most social and professional situations, explain complex thoughts fluently, and understand the
general themes of radio and TV broadcasts.
Exam Levels
  • CEFR C1
  • TOEFL® 75–91
  • IELTS 7.0–7.5
  • CAMBRIDGE 180–200 CAE
  • KITE Main Suite (Listening, Reading, and Grammar) 500-534
50
weeks
PROFICIENCY
You can read demanding texts and handle long, in-depth discussions. You can understand and express
subtle shades of meaning. You are very close to using the language like a native speaker.
Exam Levels
  • CEFR C2
  • TOEFL® 92+
  • IELTS 7.5+
  • CAMBRIDGE 200+ CPE
  • KITE Main Suite (Listening, Reading, and Grammar) 535+

Guaranteed Progress

We are so confident that your English will improve that if you don’t advance by at least one level of fluency every 10 weeks, in one of our US, UK, Canada or Ireland schools, we’ll give you an extra four weeks at the end of your tuition, absolutely free. *Terms and conditions apply

Real English

Many students struggle with taking their intermediate skills to the next level and applying their language outside of the classroom. Alongside language development, our Real English special skills classes are based around the critical skills viewed as essential to succeed in life, and are available as part of this course.

introducing k+

Our schools offer a seamless blended learning system, integrating the power of full immersion, the best of modern teaching methods, and a sophisticated curriculum you can access wherever you are. K+, our unique package of books, online resources and clubs was designed by an international team of experts to help you learn fast – in the classroom, on the move, and at home.

 

Explore the key areas of language with interesting topics and exercises based on real-world scenarios

 

Track your grades, search the grammar catalog and receive instant feedback on online activities, games and quizzes

 

Tailor your online studies to suit your individual strengths and weaknesses with interactive questions, videos and audio examples

 

Socialize and practice your English skills at the same time with teacher-led study clubs

HOW CAN WE HELP YOU GO FURTHER WITH LANGUAGES?

COURSES

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SCHOOLS

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ACCOMMODATION

Friendly international student residences, apartments and cozy homestays

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HIGHER EDUCATION

We can help you access degree programs or vocational training in the English-speaking world

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PATHWAYS

Preparing you for bachelors, masters and doctorate degrees at our 40+ partner universities

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VISA ASSISTANCE

Resources and information on traveling abroad

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TRAVEL INSURANCE

We can recommend a travel and medical insurance plan to suit your needs

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