About the School
IH Madrid was founded in 1981 in the heart of the third largest city in the EU, and the capital of Spain.
We are proud of having trained more than 320,000 students and teachers over nearly 40 years. We have 4 modern schools in prime locations where we endeavour to provide the best learning experience in the best learning environment. We employ and constantly retrain more than 200 qualified and specialised teachers, trainers and high-calibre academic directors strongly committed to the highest standards of excellence that exist in the world of language education.
At IH Madrid you can study CELTA full time face-to-face (over 4 weeks), part time face-to-face (over 12 weeks),or blended with a mix of online learning and teaching practice on Saturdays (over 12 weeks).
Life in and around Madrid
Madrid is famous for its cultural treasures, the world famous Prado and Reina Sofia art galleries, the ancient Hapsburg portico-lined Plaza Mayor, and of course its exciting and vibrant social life, delicious Spanish food – and sunny skies.
Madrid is in the centre of Spain, surrounded by peaceful mountains, historic towns and royal palaces. There are 3 UNESCO World Heritage Sites within easy reach – El Escorial, the 16th-century monastery-palace; the elegant historic town of Aranjuez; and the university town of Alcalá de Henares. Just south of Madrid is the beautiful hilltop city of Toledo and to the north are all the attractions of Segovia, with its magnificent Roman aqueduct and fairy-tale castle.
Studying at IH Madrid
Our centre is right in the heart of the city, about a 15-minute walk from Puerto del Sol and is well-connected to all modes of transport. Travelling around Madrid is easy by metro , and the nearest station is Alonso Martinez, just a two-minutes walk to International House Madrid in Calle Zurbano. We are also near bus routes 7, 40, 21, 14, 27 and 150.
If you are coming from abroad, you can get to the school in about 30 mins from Barajas airport by metro.
We are a large centre, with lots of classes teaching English, Spanish, French and German, as well as teacher training. In the classes, the corridors or the cafe, there is always a hive of activity. We have free WIFI throughout the building and a great library to prepare your written work.
If you are travelling to Madrid for a face to face course, we can arrange accommodation for you at any time of the year. Most people choose shared accommodation, but let us know your preference and we’ll give you some options and quotes.
