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Languages Offered
565
Number of test takers per year
3,587
Total number of course graduates
Language school in Zurich Oerlikon
For nearly 10 years, we have been helping adults acquire new language skills—through practical, personalized instruction that delivers real value.
40+ languages in one place
From English to Japanese—we offer the widest range of language courses in Zurich.
Experienced subject teachers
Our courses are taught by certified language experts.
Flexible class times
Mornings, evenings, or on weekends— we adapt to your schedule.
Targeted exam preparation
We provide you with the best possible preparation for official language certificates such as DELF, TELC, or IELTS.
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Around the World / Evening – May 20, 2026
May 20 @ 6:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Take fide-test & Telc examinations with us and
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- Check the exam dates and choose the date that best suits you.
- The number of places at the fide tests is limited. Please register early using the registration form or directly with us on site.
The results of the language test, the language passport and the certificate will be sent to the graduates by mail directly from the fide office after about 4 weeks.
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Would you like to learn German and are looking for a language school in Zurich? Our intensive German course for three to eight participants offers the best option for learning German as quickly as possible. Learn German in an intensive German course at the ILS - with us you will quickly learn the basic structures, vocabulary and grammar of the German language through everyday conversation and listening comprehension exercises, role plays and many other exercises.
The Intensive German Course also includes an excursion to the region - the aim is to make social contacts, speak German with each other and thus learn German while playing. In addition, the Intensive German Course includes a film evening followed by a discussion, a joint breakfast and exercises for self-study.
For further information about the Intensive German Course, please contact us.
Discover the English language and take an English course in Zurich at our language school in Zurich. It doesn't matter what level your language skills are at - English courses we offer English courses at various language levels. With us, you are guaranteed to find the right English course to improve your language skills. Intensive courses, evening courses, Saturday courses, etc...
A English course in Zurich in groups of three to eight people as well as private lessons. In the English course, we teach you basic knowledge about the country, people and culture as well as correct pronunciation, spelling, grammar, sentence structure and syntax. Grammar exercises, listening and reading comprehension exercises as well as conversations and discussions will help you learn the language in no time at all.
In the French course in Zurich you can learn the language from scratch or improve and expand your existing language skills. We will be happy to answer any questions you may have about French courses. We offer intensive courses, evening courses, language courses at the weekend, etc.
As a licensed FIDE test center, we offer you a simple and uncomplicated way to officially prove your language skills - right in the heart of Zurich. Our central location ensures good accessibility and a pleasant examination environment that is optimally tailored to the needs of participants.
Profitieren Sie von klar strukturierten Prüfungen, die fair und transparent ablaufen. Die Anmeldung ist schnell und einfach – ohne unnötigen Aufwand. >>fide-Test Anmeldung<<
Wir sind nicht nur in Zürich, sondern auch in vier weiteren Kantonen der Schweiz vertreten – so finden Sie uns garantiert auch in Ihrer Nähe. >>Unsere Standorte<<
Überzeugen Sie sich selbst von der Qualität und Professionalität eines anerkannten FIDE-Testzentrums. Wir begleiten Sie zuverlässig auf dem Weg zu Ihrem offiziellen Sprachnachweis. >>fide-Test in Zürich<<
Would you like to prove your German language skills with an internationally recognized ÖSD certificate? At ILS-Zürich , you have the opportunity to regularly take ÖSD exams for all language levels - from A1 to C2. An ÖSD certificate opens many doors for you: ÖSD certificates are recognized worldwide by employers, migration authorities, universities and educational institutions and offer you official proof of your language competence. For more information on ÖSD exams and current exam dates, click here. We also offer special preparation courses for the ÖSD exams at all language levels so that you are optimally prepared for your exam.
Are you interested in proving your English language skills with an internationally recognized Oxford Test of English certificate? At ILS-Zürich , you ILS-Zürich the opportunity to take this modern English exam in a flexible format. An Oxford Test of English certificate will help you get ahead. The certificates are recognized by employers, universities, and educational institutions throughout Europe and cover levels A2 to C1. We also offer targeted private lessons to prepare you optimally for your exam. For more information about the exam and available dates, click here > Oxford Test of English
Would you like to prove your Spanish language skills with an internationally recognized DELE certificate? At ILS-Zürich , you ILS-Zürich the opportunity to take DELE exams for all language levels—from A1 to C2—on a regular basis. DELE certificates (Diplomas de Español como Lengua Extranjera) are recognized worldwide by employers, immigration authorities, universities, and educational institutions, and thus represent a professionally sound proof of your language skills. We also offer DELE crash courses that you can attend shortly before your exam. For more information about the exam and available dates, click here > DELE exams
ILS prepares you in a specific preparation course for the desired fide test in a specific preparatory course. Your own practice materials as well as fide mock exams serve as the basis for the preparation course.
Preparatory courses for the fide test can also be taken in a private course at ILS. In the fide private course, you benefit in particular from the teaching time and decide alone what the focus of the course will be. You can choose between private lessons as an individual course or in a group of two or three that you form yourself.
In the course "SVEB Certificate Instructor Conducting Learning Events" you will acquire the ability to plan, conduct and evaluate teaching events with adults in your own specialist area. The course corresponds to "Module 1, SVEB Certificate Course Instructor".
You will learn didactic-methodical concepts of course planning and design, basics of learning psychology and adult-specific characteristics, communicative and social elements as well as organizational and goal-oriented procedures. The training and further development of one's own cognitive abilities, strategic approaches, social and methodological skills as well as one's own self-reflection are actively promoted during the course. This should result in professional action competencies with regard to respect and appreciation of participants, appropriate proximity-distance behavior, and flexibility in dealing with the unexpected.
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