German schools in Cologne

6 Best German Language Schools in Cologne in 2026 (from S$ 112)

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Learn German & live in your private teacher's home around Cologne with Home Language International! Home Language International (HLI) is a family-run business offering language courses in more than 20 languages in over 30 countries worldwide, including German lessons at an experienced private teacher's home in Germany. More than 5,000 students take advantage of our services every year. Ian Josephs, Danielle Josephs, their 5 adult children and an expert team of dedicated staff all put in very long hours for HLI. You stay in an experienced teacher's family home, have one-to-one German lessons and then continue to use the language during the rest of your stay in Cologne. Because you are the only student, you are guaranteed individual attention. The lessons are completely designed for you, so the teacher will focus exactly on what you need. Mealtime conversation, television and social contacts are all in German. All of our teachers in Germany have a university degree (or equivalent) and/or a recognised teaching certificate. All teachers have been visited by one of our local organisers. Their qualifications have been checked and their homes throughly inspected. During your stay in Cologne, a local organiser will monitor your progress and make sure your experience is both happy and successful. Home Language International (HLI) is accredited by the Accreditation Body for Language Services (ABLS), Association of Language Travel Organisations (ALTO), and UNOSEL.

starting price
S$ 1,674

22 reviews

It was in 1984 when we started teaching German as a foreign language. Since then thousands of students from all over the world joined our classes and many of them returned a second and sometimes a third time. Both of our schools are in the very centre of the two most attractive German cities: Munich and Berlin. Thanks to our highly qualified teachers, the welcoming atmosphere and the modern teaching facilities we have earned a very good international reputation. In our classrooms, students from all over the world meet to learn German. Our teachers as well as the other members of our school office team are always available for advice. A student library and free internet access (even wireless) is at our students‘ disposal. Our fully equipped kitchen is a popular hang-out during the breaks and enables an intensive exchange between students and teachers beyond lesson time. Here, extra-curricular activities for the evenings and weekends are planned and these often form the beginning of lasting friendships. BWS Germanlingua is committed to offering quality German language courses to foreigners in a pleasant environment that respects the values of each participant, with the aim of strengthening communication between different linguistic communities in the world. We do not only focus on teaching the German language, but also the German culture and costumes. Our staff and teachers will do their utmost to integrate every student and will always be happy to help and give advice also beyond teaching hours to make Germany your home away from home! We believe that excellent teaching is the most essential asset to a successful school. Due to continuous further training, our qualified and experienced teachers are well acquainted with the latest developments in the area of German as a foreign language. You will note that our instructors can be seen as highly motivated, very competent and knowledgeable friends who are teaching the class. As a result, the members of our staff are not only available to discuss matters of German language but are also happy to help you with advice on other subjects of life. A lot of times they even organize our extra-curricular activities.

starting price
S$ 112

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Learn German by "living it" in Cologne. Immersion is not only the most natural way to learn a language — it is also the most effective. At Influent, every course is entirely tailored to you and your goals. Lessons are fully personalised, with your teacher focusing exclusively on your needs and objectives. You choose your dates (Sunday to Saturday), and every lesson is adapted to your level and expectations. As the only student, you benefit from true one-to-one tuition and a learning experience designed just for you.

starting price
S$ 1,602

Insula language school is a language school with an excellent reputation, communicative teaching in small group sizes, high qualified teachers and a very unique and welcoming atmosphere. Students can choose from a variety of courses like standard intensive or evening courses, exam preparation, business German and the unique tailormade course that provide personalized classes with a special focus of your choice (fluency/grammar/pronounciation and more). Insula language school also provides Teacher Training courses for DaF. All the German trainers at IH Cologne work with a highly communicative teaching approach that makes classes engaging and playful yet challenging. In the beginners levels little excursions into cafés or marketplaces round off the classes. Insula language school has facilities that include a library and a student lounge. The school offers a monthly social and leisure calendar to invite students to practice their German skills while taking part in some extra activities. Note: Courses can only be confirmed after the student completes the placement test and receives confirmation that their level is suitable. (https://insulakoeln.com/de/form/einstufungstest)

starting price
S$ 396

1 review

Welcome to our language school in downtown Cologne! Come visit us anytime in our beautiful location on Neumarkt 1c. Our institute is the perfect place to learn German. We provide intensive courses in all levels according to the Common European Framework of Reference from A1 to C2. Every first Monday of the month we start our new courses in small groups of 12 students tops. Our students are mainly young grown-ups, who are preparing for university or job here. We are visited by people from all over the world, which is why a language course here with us is also a great place to make new friends. Our qualified and friendly teachers, who are native speakers, will not only help you in the classroom, but also give you useful advice about life in Cologne and Germany. Please contact us anytime, if you have questions or if you would like to join a language course.

starting price
S$ 797

Our classes are held in the attractive and bright seminar rooms of the hostel, which are all equipped with up-to-date technology. As our students are housed in the same building where they have their classes, they can conveniently walk there from their rooms without having to leave the premises.

starting price
S$ 4,750

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