Name

International House Kyiv

Legal name

Інтернешнл Хаус-Київ

Website

https://ihkyiv.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1993

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Language Education Services

NAICS

Language Schools (611630), Exam Preparation and Tutoring (611691), Educational Services (611)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro primary industry

General Language Schools & Institutes (EDAMAFAA)

akta.pro secondary industries

Teacher Training & Language Teaching Certifications (e.g., CELTA/DELTA) (EDAIAEAI), English Test Preparation (IELTS, TOEFL, Duolingo English Test, etc.) (EDAAACAJ)

Keywords

• English language training
• Teacher training certifications
• Corporate language training
• Cambridge exam preparation
• Foreign language education

Headquarters

HQ city

Kyiv

HQ country

Ukraine

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure, Others

Revenue model

1. Language Courses for Students: Recurring subscription-based revenue from group courses (General English, Intensive, Exam Preparation, Individual programs) with monthly billing in UAH. Course prices range from approximately 5,132 to 5,688 UAH per month depending on course type and format (online vs. in-person)
2. Teacher Training Certifications: One-time course fees in euros for professional certifications including CELTA (1,247 EUR full-time, 1,317 EUR standard), IHCYLT (398-457 EUR), DELTA Module 1 (475 EUR), Module 2 (1,797-1,996 EUR). These are intensive professional development programs for English language teachers
3. Corporate Language Training: B2B language training services for corporate clients, delivered on-site at client locations or at IH Kyiv facilities, with flexible scheduling including evenings and weekends to accommodate business needs
4. International Exam Administration: Administrative fees for conducting Cambridge English exams (KET, PET, FCE, CAE, CPE), IELTS preparation, and LanguageCert certification testing as official authorized testing centers
5. Summer Programs for Children: Seasonal intensive language programs for children (8-11 years) and teenagers (13-16 years) during summer months, with 2-week (2,784 UAH) and 4-week (5,568 UAH) options including bonus intensive hours

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

International House Kyiv is a private English language school offering general and intensive English courses for adults, children, and teenagers, as well as customized corporate English training delivered on-site or at its Kyiv campus. It also runs internationally accredited teacher training programs (CELTA, DELTA, IHCYLT) and serves as an authorized Cambridge Assessment English and LanguageCert examination center for international certifications including IELTS, KET, PET, FCE, CAE, and CPE.

Product overview

International House Kyiv operates as a multi-service language education institution offering a comprehensive portfolio of English language programs and teacher training certifications. The core offering includes general and intensive English courses for adults and children (ages 4-17), corporate training, and individual tutoring. The school serves as an authorized Cambridge Assessment English and LanguageCert examination center, providing preparation and administration for international certifications including IELTS, Cambridge suite exams (KET through CPE), and LanguageCert. A significant portion of the portfolio comprises Cambridge-accredited teacher training programs including CELTA (120-hour certification), DELTA (three-module diploma), IHCYLT (young learners certification), Bridge to CELTA preparatory courses, Teaching IELTS instructor training, and IH MCT modular professional development courses. The institution also offers Ukrainian language instruction for foreigners, seasonal summer programs for youth, speaking clubs, and free level assessment services. Products span from foundational language learning through advanced professional certifications, serving both learners and educators across the CEFR proficiency spectrum.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• English for Adults Structured English language courses for adults covering all proficiency levels (A1-C2), including general courses, intensive programs, exam preparation (IELTS, TOEFL, FCE, CAE, CPE), individual programs, speaking clubs, and weekend courses. Pricing from 765 UAH (weekend course) to 5,688 UAH/month (intensive), with morning/afternoon/evening schedule options.
• English for Children and Teenagers Age-appropriate English courses for children ages 4-17, including programs for ages 4-6 (pre-school), 6-11 (primary), 12-17 (teenagers), Cambridge exam preparation, NMT/ZNO preparation, Friday Fun Club conversation programs, and individual tutoring. Children's courses from 3,504 UAH/month; teen Cambridge exam prep from 3,978 UAH/month.
• Corporate English Training Business English instruction tailored to corporate clients, delivered at client premises or IH Kyiv facilities with flexible scheduling (including evenings and weekends) to accommodate business needs. Named clients include Commpeak, SimCorp, Macrochem, Takeda, Red Cross, Nextiva, 1+1 Media Group, and Film.ua.
• Individual English Lessons Personalized one-on-one English instruction adapted to individual learning goals, schedules, and specific needs of clients. From 970 UAH per hour with discounts available for continuous students and package bookings.
• Summer Programs for Children and Teenagers Seasonal intensive English courses for children (8-11 years) and teenagers (13-16 years) during summer months, featuring native speaker instructors, themed weekly topics, games, songs, and creative projects.
• CELTA Certification International qualification course for teaching English (Certificate in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages), consisting of 120-140 hours of interactive learning including teaching theory, lesson planning, and 6 hours of practical teaching experience. Recognized worldwide for English language teaching professionals.
• IHCYLT Certification International House Certificate for Teaching Young Learners and Teenagers - 80-hour certification course for teaching English to children aged 6-16, focusing on principles and methodologies specific to young learner education.
• DELTA Certification Advanced professional qualification for experienced English teachers (Diploma in English Language Teaching to Adults), consisting of three modules covering language teaching methodology, professional practice development, and ELT specialization or management tracks.
• Bridge to CELTA Intensive online preparatory course for CELTA, delivered over 8 days of methodology immersion via Zoom, covering communicative methodology and lesson planning. 5% discount available for 3+ participants from same educational institution.
• Cambridge Assessment English Exams International English language certification testing for Cambridge suite exams (KET, PET, FCE, CAE, CPE) and IELTS preparation. IH Kyiv has been an authorized Cambridge Assessment English center since 2005, the first in Ukraine.
• LanguageCert Testing Modern international English certification system offering ESOL and SELT exams at CEFR levels A1-C2, available online with flexible scheduling and quick results.
• NMT/ZNO Preparation Preparation courses for Ukrainian national multi-subject test (NMT) and external independent evaluation (ZNO) in English language for secondary school students.
• Ukrainian Language Courses Ukrainian as a foreign language courses for international students, including intensive programs for foreigners learning Ukrainian.
• IH Kyiv Webinars Online seminar series for teacher professional development and student skill improvement, featuring expert speakers covering teaching methodologies and English language practice topics.

Quantifiable outcome

• 99% Cambridge exam pass rate for prepared students
• +4 more outcomes

Named customers8 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

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API docs

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App detail

Feature3 records

Partnerships

Eight partnerships are on record, tiered core, major and minor.

• Cambridge Assessment EnglishcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2005IH Kyiv became the first authorized Cambridge Assessment English center in Ukraine in 2005. This partnership enables IH Kyiv to offer Cambridge English certifications (CELTA, DELTA, KET, PET, FCE, CAE, CPE) and serve as an official Cambridge exam administration center. The relationship involves regular inspection, curriculum alignment, and exclusive rights to administer Cambridge assessments in Ukraine
• International House World Organization (IHWO)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 1993IH Kyiv is the official representative of IHWO in Ukraine and part of a global network of 156 schools in 52 countries across 5 continents. This affiliation provides access to global teaching methodologies, international exchange opportunities, standardized quality controls, and the ability to offer internationally recognized teacher training certifications. IHWO headquarters in London provides ongoing support and inspection
• LanguageCertmajorStrategic or Co-development PartnerIH Kyiv is an official LanguageCert partner, offering their modern international English certification tests including International ESOL and SELT formats. This partnership provides students with flexible online testing options and additional certification pathways alongside traditional Cambridge exams
• фонд 'Повернись живим' (Come Back Alive Foundation)majorOthersUkrainian charitable foundation supporting the Armed Forces of Ukraine. IH Kyiv's annual Charity Teacher Training Day conference donates 100% of proceeds (532 UAH per ticket) to this foundation. Over 100,000 UAH has been raised in two years for military support
• ГО 'Серця Кіборгів' (Hearts of Cyborgs NGO)minorOthersUkrainian NGO supporting military personnel. IH Kyiv collaborates on a program offering free and discounted English language courses for combat veterans, their spouses, and children as part of social responsibility initiatives
• International Renaissance FoundationmajorStrategic or Co-development PartnerThe foundation that originally established IH Kyiv in 1992 before its affiliation with IHWO in 1993. This historical partnership laid the foundation for establishing the first international language school in independent Ukraine
• NILE (Norwich Institute for Language Education)minorGTM or Marketing PartnerUK-based teacher training institution participating in IH Kyiv's Charity Teacher Training Day conference. Provides international speakers and expertise for professional development events supporting Ukrainian teachers
• British CouncilminorGTM or Marketing PartnerInternational cultural relations organization contributing speakers to IH Kyiv's annual Charity Teacher Training Day conferences. Collaboration supports professional development for Ukrainian English language teachers

Scale indicators16 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Broad incumbents

• EF Education First: One of the world's largest private English education companies, operating language schools, corporate training, and exam prep. Direct comparable in adult English courses, corporate training, and international exam preparation, with the same model of combining physical campuses with online delivery.
• Wall Street English: Global language school chain offering premium adult English courses with proprietary methodology. Comparable to IH Kyiv as a premium-priced adult English provider, though much larger and more geographically distributed.
• Berlitz Corporation: Global language training and intercultural training company with a franchise network. Closely comparable on adult language instruction and corporate training, with similar premium positioning and proprietary methodology.

Direct peers

• International House London: Founding school of the IHWO network of which IH Kyiv is a member. Directly comparable on CELTA/DELTA teacher training, adult English courses, and Cambridge exam preparation; shares the same methodology, brand, and quality standards.
• Kaplan International Languages: Operates English language schools worldwide including exam preparation (IELTS, Cambridge) and teacher training. Comparable on adult/teen English courses, exam prep, and international student pathway programs.
• British Council: UK cultural organization that teaches English and administers exams (IELTS, Cambridge suite) globally. Directly comparable on English language teaching, exam preparation, and teacher training; British Council is even an event partner of IH Kyiv.
• NILE (Norwich Institute for Language Education): UK-based specialist teacher training institution offering CELTA, DELTA, and professional development for English teachers. Directly comparable on the teacher training pillar of IH Kyiv's business and is already a conference partner.
• Inlingua International: Global franchise network of language schools offering corporate and consumer language training. Comparable franchise-driven model and corporate English training proposition; targets similar B2B and B2C segments.

Others

• LanguageCert (PeopleCert group): International English certification body that issues ESOL and SELT exams. Comparable as a partner/channel — IH Kyiv is an authorized LanguageCert testing center and LanguageCert is a peer in the certification ecosystem rather than direct teaching competitor.
• Cambridge Assessment English: Examination board that licenses the CELTA, DELTA, and Cambridge suite exams. IH Kyiv is a licensed partner and authorized center; Cambridge is a partner/regulator in the ecosystem rather than a direct teaching competitor, but the closest comparable authority on exam standards.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Number of profiles

Profiles8 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

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