How can I determine my English level?

**Free, in two steps.** First, the online test on our website: take it whenever it suits you and see your approximate level straight away. Then a short conversation with our specialist — we confirm your CEFR level, hear how you speak and pick the right group.

Are lessons online or in person?

**Both formats, the same price.** Online lessons run on Zoom. In person we teach in Kyiv at 10-G Starokyivska St., Vector Business Centre, Building B.

How much does the CELTA course cost and what does it offer?

CELTA is the best-known Cambridge qualification for teachers of English: it opens doors to language schools in Ukraine and abroad. **The fee and the next intakes are on the course page.** IH Kyiv was the first official Cambridge representative in Kyiv and has trained over 1,000 teachers since 2005.

Are there any discounts?

**Paying upfront:** −5% for 2 months, −10% for 4 months, −15% for 6 months. **Social discounts on group courses:** −50% for serving military personnel, −15% for their families (spouses and children), −30% for half-orphans. **Family:** −5% when two or more members of one family study with us. **For a friend:** −5% for each of you when they start too.

Can I take an international exam in Kyiv?

International exams are not held in Ukraine at the moment. We **prepare you** for Cambridge (KET, PET, FCE, CAE, CPE), IELTS and LanguageCert — with teachers who are examiners themselves. LanguageCert can be taken online from home; for Cambridge and IELTS we will point you to the nearest centre abroad and help with the booking.

A language school in Kyiv since 1993

English you really use

International House Kyiv — the first international language school in independent Ukraine. The official representative in Ukraine of the International House World Organisation, an educational network of 130+ schools in 45+ countries: teachers with CELTA and DELTA, groups of 4–10, courses for adults, children, teachers and companies.

Course consultation Free level test

1993

founded

30,000+

graduates

130+

IH schools in 45+ countries

4-10

students per group

Areas

Choose your pathway

Click on a pathway to see the main courses, prices and learning format. The full list and timetable are waiting on the pathway page.

Enrolment open

Starting soon

765 UAH for the course

A month of live English to Cambridge standards

A special course for A2 adults run as part of the international CELTA teacher qualification: a Cambridge trainer observes every Zoom lesson, so it is built to get you speaking from the first minute. 30 October – 28 November, 4 weeks online. Up to 10 places.

Fri 18:30–21:00
Sat 10:00–12:00
A2 · online 16+

Starts in 2 weeks

Lessons where the teacher may not talk more than you

Two speaking groups are now enrolling: B1 in person in Kyiv (10g Starokyivska St) — the final sprint of B1 that takes you on to B1+, and B1+ online in Zoom — to finally switch off the translator in your head. Students do 80% of the talking. The level test and a trial lesson are free.

In person in Kyiv
Online in Zoom
Levels B1 and B1+

Level test

Not sure of your English level?

Three tests — for adults, kids and teens. You will see your CEFR level and the course that suits you. We will email you the result together with a teacher’s recommendation.

5 minutesAdults · kids · teensFreeResult by email

1Take the test
2See your CEFR level
3Get our advice

CEFR levels A1 to C1 — we show where you are now.

Take the level test

I want to take a level test

I want a teacher consultation

Trust

School accreditations

Benefits

Why choose International House

100% of our teachers have international qualificationsCELTA, DELTA and regular quality control to IH network standards.
Native speakers and Ukrainian professionalsTeachers from the UK, the USA, Canada and Australia — plus a strong Ukrainian team.
Communicative approach80% of the lesson is live practice. You speak from your first lesson.
Small groups of 4–10The teacher has time to hear everyone, and you have plenty of time to speak.
Free startA level test with a teacher and a trial lesson — before payment.
Discounts and supportUp to −15% for advance payment, −50% for serving military personnel, −15% for their families.

Team

Our teachers

Every teacher has an international Cambridge qualification and undergoes regular quality control to IH network standards. Native speakers from the UK, the USA and Canada — plus a strong Ukrainian team.

The whole school team

CELTA · FCE · CAE · IELTS

Anastasiia Fysun

Hello! I’m Nastia — an English teacher who loves planning and learning just as much as teaching. I hope to share my enthusiasm for the language and help students see challenging tasks as an opportunity rather than an obstacle.

«English does not care whether you were born in an English-speaking country or first began thinking about learning it as an adult — it is equally open to everyone. Don’t listen to your doubts. Find a teacher who believes in you and whom you can trust.»

CELTA · DELTA · CELTYL

Vika Shcherbakova

Teacher and methodologist, international exams specialist

Hi! My name is Victoria, and I have been sharing my love of learning with children, teenagers and adults for over 20 years. For me, every lesson is an opportunity to help you achieve your language goals through engaging and meaningful classes. I hold international CELTA, DELTA and CELTYL certificates. In my free time, I travel, go on exciting hikes or read books. I look forward to seeing you in my lessons,

«I look forward to seeing you in my lessons, where we will discover new horizons together!»

Native speaker

CELTA · Trinity DipTESOL

Matthew Nicholls

Hi! I’m Matthew Nicholls – an English teacher with extensive international experience and a CELTA (A) certificate, obtained in 2001. My teaching career has taken me through prestigious institutions in the UK, Mauritania, the UAE and Spain. I specialise in preparing students for academic study and international exams, including IELTS and Cambridge.

«Whatever your goals – preparing to study abroad, taking exams or improving your language skills – I am ready to help you achieve the results you want.»

CELTA · Delta · CELTYL · CELTA trainer · IHCYLT trainer · CELT P/S trainer

Svitlana Starykova

CELTA, IHCYLT and CELT P/S trainer

Hi! I’m Svitlana Starykova, a trainer for CELTA, IHCYLT and CELT P/S, and your guide to the world of English. With over 30 years’ experience, I don’t just teach English – I open the door to global opportunities. Are you ready for language adventures that will change your life?

«Learning English opens up a vast world of opportunities. Every step you take in your learning brings you closer to new personal and professional discoveries. I am here to help you make this happen, filling every lesson with not only knowledge but also inspiration.»

IHCYLT · IHCTL

Nina Bazhenova

English language teacher

Hi! I’m Nina Bazhenova, with over 20 years’ experience teaching English in Ukraine and abroad. I specialise in preparing students for international communication, helping them feel confident and communicate freely in any situation. Join my courses and together we will achieve your language goals in a friendly and supportive atmosphere!

«Remember, every step you take in learning English leads to new opportunities. With me, you can overcome the language barrier and experience real progress in communication and interaction. Join my courses, and together we will achieve great results!»

Native speaker

CELTA

Richard Merry

Hi! I’m Richard Merry, an English teacher from the UK. Philosophy: Learning through adventure and real-life experience, so that every student can not only learn English but live it. When I’m not working on grammar, I’m looking for adventures that others would not dare to take!

«With every word and every phrase, you are not just learning to speak — you are discovering the world. Stay open to new discoveries with me!»

+10

The whole team

CELTA, DELTA, Cambridge trainers and native speakers — every teacher’s profile on one page.

The whole school team

Every teacher is certified by IH World and Cambridge

Reviews

What our students say

4,976 reviews

How CELTA opened the door to work in language schools around the world.
DanielCELTA course graduate

The journey into teaching English after CELTA at International House.
OlenaCELTA course graduate

Overcoming the language barrier and practising every day with a teacher.
MarinaGeneral course for adults

How courses at IH Kyiv helped me take the next step in my career.
BorisEnglish for work

From dreams to real achievements — the story of an IH Kyiv student.
VictoriaGeneral course for adults

Thanks to the courses at IH Kyiv, I passed an interview at an international company. The teachers helped me not only with the language, but also with my self-confidence.

OOleksiiGeneral course, B2

The IELTS preparation exceeded my expectations — I got 7.5 and was accepted to a university in Canada.

AAnnaIELTS preparation

I started learning English from scratch at 50. A year later, I can speak freely with my grandchildren, who live in the USA.

VVasylFrom scratch at 50

My son looks forward to lessons as if they were a celebration. After a year, he started speaking in sentences rather than separate words. The teacher keeps the whole group engaged.

MMarynaParent of a 9-year-old student

CELTA here is challenging and honest. The trainers give feedback after every lesson. After the course, I got a job at a school abroad.

DDmytroCELTA, 2025

Clients

Companies choose us

We teach 200–300 corporate employees every year — from pharmaceuticals and IT to media and international organisations.

Support for Ukraine

We teach languages — we strengthen the nation

Since 2022, the school has supported Ukraine’s Armed Forces and those affected by the war.

Parent and child together in an English class

Over 100,000 UAH for Come Back Alive

The annual conference for English teachers became a charity event — all proceeds go towards supporting defenders.

1 of 3

First steps

How to start learning

1
Request a callback
A short form — your name and phone number, less than a minute.
2
Take a test
An online written test plus a short interview with a teacher to assess pronunciation and speaking skills.
3
Get a learning plan
We will determine your exact level, recommend a group and create a personalised plan.

Blog

Articles and tips from our teachers

Levels, exams, teaching methods and school news — written by the same teachers who teach our groups.

All blog articles

Student using a laptop to assess her English level

For students

English levels: from beginner to professional

What is CEFR, how does A1 differ from C2, how many hours and words are needed for each level, and how can you determine your own — a roadmap for those who want to learn English systematically.

10 December 20248 min read

For students

Countries leading in English proficiency

Where English is spoken best as a second language in the world, why the Netherlands and Scandinavia lead, and what we can learn from their experience.

20 March 20241 min read

For teachers

6 ways to help learners learn new words

To remember a new word, you need to encounter it 7 to 16 times. Here are six techniques that make these encounters useful: context, relevance, examples, games, repetition and learner autonomy.

16 February 20213 min read

FAQ

These are the questions people ask most often. If you cannot find your question here, send it through the form below and we will reply personally.

The price depends on the format: groups, an intensive course, exam preparation or one-to-one lessons. The current price of every course is on its own page, together with the timetable and the group size.Paying ahead earns a discount: −5% for 2 months, −10% for 4 and −15% for 6.

Lesson at International House Kyiv school

Get in touch — we will help you choose a course

Choose a course area, and a manager will call to assess your level, show you the upcoming groups and timetable. The level test is free.

We reply within the working day
No spam — only about your request