Learn English with International House Language Centre Palermo, one of the most established and internationally recognised English language schools in Palermo, Italy.
Founded in 1975, International House Language Centre Palermo has more than 50 years of experience in high-quality language education and is part of the International House World Organisation, a global network known for excellence in teaching standards, teacher training, and academic quality.
We offer General English courses for young learners, teenagers, and adults, both face-to-face and online, in group classes and one-to-one lessons. Our courses are designed to develop real-life communication skills, with a strong focus on accuracy, fluency, and confident use of English in professional, academic, and everyday contexts.
In addition to General English, we provide specialised exam preparation courses for IELTS and Cambridge English qualifications, including:
- A2 Key
- B1 Preliminary
- B2 First
- C1 Advanced
International House Language Centre Palermo is an officially authorised exam centre for Cambridge Assessment English and IELTS, and supports candidates through the full examination pathway, from entry-level to advanced proficiency.
Our long-standing academic approach prioritises structured progression, measurable outcomes, and continuous feedback, ensuring that students not only pass exams but are able to use English effectively in the real world. We are proud of the consistent progress our students achieve and of the trust placed in us by families, professionals, and organisations across Palermo.
Alongside English language programmes, the school also offers German and Chinese language courses for adults, Italian language courses for groups, as well as Teacher Training programmes, reinforcing our role as a centre of excellence for language education and professional development.
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International House Language Centre Palermo is one of the most established teacher training centres in Southern Italy, with a long-standing reputation for excellence in English language teacher education.
Founded in 1975 by Pat Durden, the centre has decades of experience in training English language teachers and delivering internationally recognised qualifications.
International House Language Centre Palermo is a Cambridge Assessment English Authorised Teacher Training Centre and offers CELTA courses in face-to-face format, meeting the highest international standards in teacher education.
The Cambridge CELTA (Certificate in English Language Teaching to Adults) is the world’s most widely recognised entry-level qualification for teaching English as a foreign language. Regulated at Level 5 of the Qualifications and Credit Framework, CELTA is highly regarded by language schools and educational institutions worldwide and is often a minimum requirement for professional English language teaching positions.
At International House Language Centre Palermo, the CELTA course is delivered by highly experienced and expert teacher trainers and combines:
- focused input sessions grounded in current methodology
- extensive teaching practice with real learners
- structured feedback and guided reflection
- observation of experienced teachers
This integrated approach ensures that trainees develop practical classroom skills, professional awareness, and confidence, enabling them to begin teaching effectively immediately after the course.
CELTA courses are available in a four-week intensive face-to-face format, as well as in an extended blended learning format, designed for trainees who prefer a more flexible pace while maintaining the same rigorous academic standards.
In addition to CELTA, International House Language Centre Palermo offers the IH Certificate in Teaching Young Learners and Teenagers (IHCYLT), aimed at teachers wishing to specialise in teaching students aged 6 to 17. The course is assessed by the International House World Organisation Assessment Unit and moderated by Cambridge Assessment English, ensuring international recognition and consistency of standards.
The centre also provides:
- TKT and TKT CLIL exam preparation courses
- methodology seminars for state school teachers
- ongoing continuous professional development (CPD) programmes for in-house and external teachers
Through its teacher training programmes, International House Language Centre Palermo plays a key role in the professional development of English teachers locally and internationally, reinforcing its position as a centre of excellence for teacher education.
