International House Lisbon-TorresVedras

What International House Lisbon-TorresVedras does

International House Lisbon-TorresVedras (IH Torres Vedras) is a privately held English-language school and teacher training institution headquartered in Torres Vedras in the Lisbon region of Portugal. The school operates as an affiliate of the International House World Organisation, a global network of more than 150 language schools in 52 countries. The parent operation was founded in Lisbon in 1963, with the Torres Vedras branch established in 1990, giving the business more than six decades of continuous operating history under the IH brand.

The institution runs three principal business lines: pre-service and in-service English teacher training (CELTA face-to-face and online programmes at €1,645–€1,795 and DELTA Module One at €850), adult English courses (the ON BASE 60-hour-per-year and ON PREMIUM 4-hours-per-week subscription formats, plus 1:1 personalised tuition), and corporate/business English training. Since 2011 the school has also been an authorised Cambridge English assessment centre, administering B2 First, C1 Advanced, C2 Proficiency and Young Learner exams and running adjacent exam preparation courses. Delivery combines face-to-face instruction with online delivery via Zoom and the Net Languages learning platform; supporting operations use Google Forms for enrolment.

The business model is course-fee driven, with revenue drawn from one-off teacher training tuition, recurring adult class subscriptions, bespoke corporate contracts, and per-candidate Cambridge exam fees. The school operates with a team of eight employees, including a Head of Training and Cambridge-assessor-qualified CELTA tutors. Adjacent, non-revenue-generating community activity includes the free Smarter Teaching webinar series for English teachers and participation in a multi-partner Erasmus+ online teacher training project with European institutions.

Name

International House Lisbon-TorresVedras

Legal name

International House Lisbon

Website

https://ihlisbon.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

1963

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

International House Lisbon-TorresVedras is a privately held Portuguese English-language school and Cambridge-authorised teacher training centre delivering CELTA, DELTA, adult courses, corporate English training, and Cambridge exams to individuals and businesses in the Torres Vedras and Lisbon region.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Language Education Services

NAICS

Exam Preparation and Tutoring (611691)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro primary industry

Teacher Training & Language Teaching Certifications (e.g., CELTA/DELTA) (EDAIAEAI)

akta.pro secondary industries

English Proficiency & International Admissions Exams (TOEFL/IELTS/PTE/Duolingo) Prep (EDANABAC), Language Proficiency Exam Prep (CEFR, TOEFL, IELTS, Duolingo English Test, PTE) (EDANACAD), Foreign Language Subject Tutoring (School Coursework) (EDANAAAF)

Keywords

• English language school
• Teacher training
• CELTA certification
• Cambridge exam centre
• Corporate English training

Headquarters

HQ city

Torres Vedras

HQ country

Portugal

HQ region

Europe

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales, Others

Revenue model

1. Teacher Training Courses: Revenue from CELTA and DELTA certification courses. CELTA courses range from €1,645 to €1,795 depending on format (online vs. face-to-face). DELTA Module One costs €850. These are one-time fees for course participation.
2. Adult English Language Courses: ON English courses offered at different levels (BASE 60h/year, PREMIUM 4h/week) for adult learners, with optional add-on modules. Fees are paid per course/academic year.
3. Corporate/ Business English Training: Customised English language training for companies, designed by the special courses department. Training is tailored to professional goals and real-world communication needs of corporate clients.
4. Cambridge Exam Fees: Revenue from administering Cambridge Assessment English exams as an authorised examination centre since 2011. Exam fees are paid per session by candidates.
5. Cambridge Exam Preparation Courses: Intensive preparation courses for Cambridge English certifications, including 90-hour courses held on Saturdays (9:30-12:30) during the academic year (October to June).

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

International House Lisbon-TorresVedras is a private English language school and teacher training institution offering Cambridge-certified teacher training (CELTA and DELTA Module One preparation), adult English courses (ON BASE/PREMIUM), corporate Business English training, personalised 1:1 instruction, and Cambridge exam preparation courses. It is an authorised Cambridge English Examination Centre since 2011, administering exams from Pre-A1 Starters through C2 Proficiency. Services are delivered via face-to-face classes in Torres Vedras and online across Portugal and internationally.

Product overview

International House Lisbon-TorresVedras operates as a language education institution offering a multi-product portfolio organized around three main pillars: teacher training (CELTA and Delta Module One preparation courses), general and business English courses for adults (ON classroom courses, corporate training, and personalized 1:1 instruction), and Cambridge English exam administration (preparation courses and examination centre services). The Smarter Teaching webinar series provides free professional development for teachers across the IH Portugal network. Teacher training programs (CELTA and Delta) are the flagship offerings delivered in both online and face-to-face formats, while English courses range from structured group programs (ON BASE/PREMIUM) to bespoke corporate training and intensive Cambridge exam preparation. The institution also administers official Cambridge English exams across all levels as an authorized examination centre.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• ON Classes: Online English courses for adults with specialized instructors, featuring BASE (60h/year, 1 weekly 2h class) and PREMIUM (4h/week) options with add-on modules including 1:1 Lessons, Conversation, Business English, Exam Preparation, and Net Languages.
• Cambridge Exam Preparation
• Corporate and Business English
• Personalizado 1:1
• Cambridge CELTA
• Cambridge DELTA Module One
• Smarter Teaching: Smarter Learning

Products and services

• CELTA (Certificate in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages) Cambridge-certified initial qualification for new and transitioning English language teachers, combining live teaching practice with real adult learners, structured input sessions on methodology, and trainer-led development. Delivered part-time online (Saturdays) or full-time face-to-face in Torres Vedras. All courses are externally assessed by Cambridge English.
• Delta Module One Preparation Course Post-qualification exam preparation course for experienced English language teachers focusing on language systems, ELT methodology, and assessment. Delivered fully online over 12 weeks with live seminars and exam practice tasks with tutor feedback.
• ON English Courses (BASE and PREMIUM) General English courses for adults delivered in-person or online. BASE offers 60 hours/year (1 x 2-hour weekly class); PREMIUM offers 4 hours/week. Includes add-on modules for 1:1 lessons, conversation, business English, exam preparation, and Net Languages online study.
• Corporate and Business English Training Tailored English language training for companies, designed by a special courses department for general or professional-specific needs. Offered online or on-site with small groups (maximum 12 students) and flexible scheduling.
• Personalized 1:1 English Courses Customized one-to-one English courses built around individual learner needs, starting with level assessment (written and oral) and pedagogical director oversight to establish personal learning objectives.
• Cambridge Exam Preparation Courses Intensive preparation courses for Cambridge English exams (B1 Preliminary to C2 Proficiency) held on Saturdays in Torres Vedras during the academic year (October-June), with 90-hour courses and 3 hours weekly instruction.
• Cambridge English Language Assessment Exams Authorised Cambridge English Examination Centre administering exams from Pre-A1 Starters through C2 Proficiency, including Young Learners (Starters, Movers, Flyers), Main Suite (A2 Key to C2 Proficiency), and Linguaskill online testing for individuals and corporate clients.
• Smarter Teaching: Smarter Learning Webinar Series Free professional development webinar series for English language teachers led by IH Academic Managers, covering practical classroom strategies, methodologies, and AI-assisted materials creation for primary, teen, and adult learners.

Quantifiable outcome

• Over 5 million Cambridge English exam candidates annually worldwide
• +1 more outcomes

Named customers3 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

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Integration3 records

Feature3 records

Partnerships

Six partnerships are on record, tiered core.

• Cambridge AssessmentcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2011IH Lisbon is an authorised Cambridge English examination centre since 2011, offering all Cambridge English exams (Pre A1 Starters through C2 Proficiency) at centres in Lisbon and Torres Vedras. Cambridge qualifications are recognised by 20,000+ universities and employers worldwide.
• International House Bucharest (Romania)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCollaboration as part of the Erasmus+ project focused on enhancing educators' teaching capabilities while fostering students' life and entrepreneurial competences alongside language acquisition. The project aims to equip teachers with effective coaching techniques that promote critical 21st-century skills.
• International House Split (Croatia)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCollaboration as part of the Erasmus+ project focused on enhancing educators' teaching capabilities while fostering students' life and entrepreneurial competences alongside language acquisition.
• International House Giga, Catania (Italy)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCollaboration as part of the Erasmus+ project focused on enhancing educators' teaching capabilities while fostering students' life and entrepreneurial competences alongside language acquisition.
• Oxford School, Leskovac (Serbia)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCollaboration as part of the Erasmus+ project focused on enhancing educators' teaching capabilities while fostering students' life and entrepreneurial competences alongside language acquisition.
• International House World OrganisationcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerInternational House Lisbon and Torres Vedras is a founding member of the International House World Organisation, a network of 150+ language schools in 52 countries. All schools are governed by the same quality standards. The network provides access to shared methodologies, best practices, and professional development opportunities.

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights3 records

Broad incumbents

• British Council Portugal: Large institutional competitor in Portugal offering English courses, teacher training, and Cambridge exam administration. Has broader geographic reach and institutional backing but less agility than IH Lisbon.
• Wall Street English Portugal: Global franchise English school with Portugal presence. Targets adult learners with blended learning — comparable audience to IH Lisbon's ON Classes but operates at much larger scale.
• EF Education First: Global English education giant offering language courses, teacher training (EF Teaching Qualifications), and corporate training. Provides scale benchmarks for the adult English / teacher training segment.
• Kaplan International: International English language school operator with CELTA teacher training and adult courses. Comparable offerings but operating at significantly larger scale across multiple countries.

Direct peers

• International House Madrid: Sister school in the International House World Organisation network. Offers CELTA/DELTA, adult English courses, and Cambridge exam services in Spain — directly comparable product mix and target market to IH Lisbon.
• International House Barcelona: Another IH network school offering CELTA, DELTA, adult English, and corporate training in Spain. Directly comparable business model and Cambridge-certified offerings.

Emerging players

• ELT Exeter (CELTA provider): Independent CELTA and teacher training provider operating in a comparable niche — Cambridge-certified ELT qualifications for aspiring teachers. Comparable teacher training product mix.

Others

• International House World Organisation: Parent organization/network of 150+ language schools. IH Lisbon is a founding member. Provides brand, methodology, and quality standards — but also constrains independent scaling.
• Cambridge Assessment English: Not a peer in the traditional sense but the parent ecosystem that grants IH Lisbon its CELTA/DELTA teaching authorization and authorized exam centre status. Critical to the school's value proposition.

Regional players

• Live Language School Porto: Portugal-based CELTA provider and English school. Direct regional competitor to IH Lisbon for teacher training and adult English courses in Portugal.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance4 records

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Profiles6 records

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