Welcome to the September edition of the IH Study Abroad Newsletter!
The international education calendar never really stands still, and following a busy season across the IH network, we are already looking ahead. In this update, discover the latest course offerings, network news, and practical resources tailored to support your agency and students.
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IH World wins the Star Award for Star School Association for the first time!
We were absolutely delighted to win StudyTravel’s Star School Association of the Year 2026 this year, after being nominated many times, it was finally our moment to celebrate! This recognition reflects the incredible work our IH schools do every day to deliver high-quality study experiences, and the strong, trusted relationships they’ve built with agents around the world. A huge thank you to all our Valued Partners who voted for us, and to the StudyTravel team for a fantastic event.
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Quality Assured: IH Dublin and IH Galway Language Cente Awarded QQI TrustEd Ireland Quality Mark
International House Dublin and International House Galway Language Centre are delighted to have been awarded the TrustEd Ireland Quality Mark by Quality and Qualifications Ireland (QQI), recognising their commitment to providing international students with a high-quality educational experience and maintaining rigorous standards.
Notably, two of the five English language education providers awarded the TrustEd Ireland Quality Mark are International House schools. This achievement reflects not only the dedication of the teams in Dublin and Galway, but also the strong culture of quality that has always been central to International House and the high standards its schools consistently uphold and deliver worldwide.
Patrick Creed, Director of IH Galway Language Centre, commented:
Valeria Dimatteo, Director of IH Dublin, added:
IH in Mexico – Learn Spanish Where Día de Muertos Is Real, Not Staged
This November, offer your students something most Día de Muertos itineraries miss: the language.
Across our three schools – IH Oaxaca, IH Mexico City and IH Riviera Maya – Día de Muertos (the Day of the Dead) isn’t performed for visitors, it’s lived by the community around our students.
Oaxaca, rated 4.9 stars by our own students, is the cultural heart of the tradition, with host families who invite students into building the ofrenda (a temporary altar built to welcome and honor deceased loved ones during Día de los Muertos celebrations) itself. Mexico City brings it to full scale with the Great Día de Muertos Parade on Paseo de la Reforma and the student-built Mega Ofrendas at UNAM. In Playa del Carmen, students discover Janal Pixán – the Maya version of the holiday that almost no visitor ever hears about.
For agents whose clients want more than a tour: real immersion and real language, we’re running Spanish + Culture: 20 hours of group Spanish plus 5 hours of culture themed specifically around Día de Muertos – market visits, altar symbolism, and the vocabulary students will actually use. And for a limited time, it’s 20% off: 344 USD/week instead of 430 USD (26/10/2026 – 06/11/2026, only in Mexico City and Oaxaca). This is one of the world’s most misunderstood traditions explained by the people who live it – and a launch discount to help close the booking now.
Securing Payments with Flywire
Flywire has been solving complex payment problems for students and education institutions since 2011. Today, we continue to remove boundaries by connecting millions of students with thousands of education institutions and agents to improve the payment experience worldwide. Backed by our powerful global payment network, first-class security, and around-the-clock multilingual support, Flywire delivers on life’s most important moments by enabling institutions to seamlessly receive and reconcile payments from anyone, anywhere in the world–at any time.
Flywire works with leading software services, ERP companies and recruitment agents to help you further improve operational efficiencies by optimizing payments and the overall student experience.
Flywire seamlessly integrates with many of the systems that institutions use to manage the application & admissions process, and the student lifecycle from enrolment to completion.
Accademia Britannica IH Roma: Live the Language, Explore the World – Your Unforgettable Study Adventure Awaits
Accademia Britannica – International House Rome and Moovy – Educational Adventure Maker bring you Study Abroad Programs that turn learning into an adventure!
Choose your programme:
– Children & Teens 8-19: Group Study Holidays
– Students 15-18: High School Abroad (year, semester, or term)
– Schools & Teachers: Mini Stays, PON, PNRR, Erasmus+
– And more
💡Why join?
Live the language every day, gain confidence, make friends worldwide, and discover new cultures. Travel isn’t just a trip – it’s an investment in your future!
Take the first step and live your dream ✈️🌟
Places are limited and groups fill up fast!
Sign up today and start your high-quality Study Holiday, with top-level teaching, organisation, and supervision.
Want more details about our activities? Contact us: 06 70476894/802 | info@ihromamz.it
Ausbildung – Learning and Working in Germany with IH Düsseldorf
We are incredibly proud of the successful launch of our new programme, “Ausbildung – Learning and Working in Germany”.
We are especially proud of our outstanding and highly motivated language students here at IH Düsseldorf. In a very short time, they have worked hard to learn German and, with our support, have successfully secured apprenticeship and employment contracts.
Germany urgently needs skilled and motivated people who are willing to build their future here – and we are delighted to support our students on this journey.
Meet some of our successful participants:
👨⚕️ Julio – He started his apprenticeship as a nursing assistant on 1 July.
🔥☀️ Edwin – He has been offered an apprenticeship contract with a company specialising in heating and solar energy.
🔧 Lucas – He will start his apprenticeship as an industrial mechanic on 1 September.
📈 Ana – She will start her apprenticeship as a marketing assistant on 1 October.
🏨 David – He already started his apprenticeship in hotel management on 1 August.
We are proud of each and every one of them and wish them all the very best for their professional journey in Germany! 🌟
Their success is just the beginning – and we look forward to helping many more motivated people build a future in Germany.
Premium Programmes at Les ateliers FL - IH Paris
Discover our new Premium Programmes at IH Paris, designed for learners and professionals who want to combine French language learning with a passion for Art & Culture or Gastronomy. These exclusive two-week immersive experiences blend expert-led educational sessions, hands-on workshops, cultural visits and authentic encounters in the heart of Paris.
Each programme includes:
- 8 educational morning sessions
- 8 themed afternoon activities
- 2 full-day excursions (including Versailles and Giverny)
- Lunch packs
Whether your passion lies in the arts or French gastronomy, these programs offer a unique opportunity to deepen your knowledge, expand your French vocabulary and experience Paris through inspiring cultural and professional activities.
Experience Language and Life with IH Malta
The launch of IH Malta‘s Curated English Experiences collection reflects a broader shift in the mature learner market, where travellers are increasingly choosing experiences over traditional language holidays. Agents have told us they are looking for products that go beyond the standard 50+ formula and offer clearer themes, stronger storytelling and greater perceived value.
Rather than creating another senior programme, IH Malta has developed three experience-led journeys – Spring Escape, Winter Escape and Taste of Malta – each built around a distinct lifestyle theme. Combining English through themed workshops with carefully curated cultural, wellness and gastronomic experiences, the collection has been designed to position Malta not simply as a language-learning destination, but as a destination for cultural discovery, connection and personal enrichment.
Learn Spanish in San Sebastián this Autumn
Study Spanish for 12 weeks and experience life like a local.
This autumn, Lacunza International House San Sebastián launches its 12-week Intensive Spanish Programme, starting on 28 September. Designed for students who want to make real progress, it combines high-quality Spanish tuition with full cultural immersion in one of Europe’s most attractive coastal cities.
Why choose this programme?
- 12-week Intensive Spanish Course for €1,920
- Save €420 compared to the standard weekly price
- All levels available
- International classes
- From €160 per week
- 12% discount on shared apartment accommodation
- Weekly social and cultural activities
“Learning Spanish changed my perspective”
Kohei Tsuyuki, a 30-year-old chef from Tokyo, came to San Sebastián for its world-famous gastronomy, but discovered much more.
“I wanted to connect with local people and experience the culture from the inside. When I speak Spanish, I feel I discover a different side of myself.”
Today, he enjoys surfing, exploring local markets, joining language exchanges and living the city like a local.
At Lacunza IH San Sebastián, you don’t just learn Spanish – you become part of the city.
Programme starts: 28 September 2026
Places are limited. Contact our Admissions Team to reserve your place.
New Teens Programme from Les ateliers FL - IH Biarritz in 2027: French + Activity Camp
Les ateliers FL – IH Biarritz are happy to announce a new programme: French + Activity Camp. Experience the perfect combination of French learning, sports and cultural discovery in the beautiful seaside town of Biarritz.
Designed for teenagers aged 13 to 17, our French + Activity Camp offers an immersive programme combining interactive French lessons with a variety of outdoor and cultural activities. Students improve their language skills while making friends from around the world and discovering the Basque way of life.
Participants stay with carefully selected local host families in shared rooms on a half-board basis, enjoying breakfast and dinner together for a true French immersion experience.
Whether climbing, playing Basque pelota, discovering rugby, exploring Biarritz or simply enjoying unforgettable moments with new friends, this programme is the ideal way to learn French while having fun in a safe and international environment.
Connecting with IH: the Alphe lunch 2026
The ST Alphe UK conference is always a whirlwind of back-to-back meetings, which is why taking a deliberate pause is so important. During this year’s event, the IHWO team were thrilled to bring together our global family of member schools and trusted agents for our annual network lunch at Brasserie Joel.
Stepping away from the bustling conference rooms, guests enjoyed a relaxed moment dedicated to genuine connection. Over delicious food and drinks, long-standing professional friendships were celebrated and exciting new partnerships strengthened, the atmosphere abuzz with the collaborative spirit of the IH network.
The team from IH Cape Town hosted the bar and gave us a taste of what awaits us at the 2027 Study Abroad Workshop in South Africa.
These shared moments are what keep our community strong year after year. We extend our thanks to everyone who made time in their packed conference schedules to celebrate with us.
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