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Kästner KollegDresden, Germany

4.6

Rating: 4.6/5.0

79 students - overall rating
Tannenstraße 2 - 01099 Dresden - see on map
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What we like about the school
  • All levels available at any time of the year
  • Excellent nationality mix. No student nationality makes up more than 10% of students.
  • Free assistance in applying to college/university programmes by a qualified consultant.
What we dislike about the school
  • Lessons are 45 minutes long, which is shorter than in other schools.
Age of students
  Percentage of students
1-18 years 12%
18-24 years 60%
25-34 years 20%
35-50 years 5%
>50 years 3%
The average age outside summer is 3 years higher than in summer.

Location: Kästner Kolleg is based in Dresden and offers quality German language courses. Dresden is a bustling district with tons to see and do and Kästner Kolleg is located at a convenient distance from all the best places.

Social and Cultural: The school regularly organizes trips and events that incorporate lots of leisure activities into the student’s stay. Go cycling in the Elbe Sandstone Mountains or trekking in the Saxon Switzerland National park. Experience the finest of European outdoors. Students can also look forward to socializing during BBQ and movie nights frequently organized by the school.

Course selection: When it comes to learning, Kästner Kolleg aims to provide students with an all-around and strong education. Course levels are designed to meet students where they stand and cater to their learning objectives. The school has a trained staff of German teachers who are native and certified to teach German. The school also offers exam preparation assistance for certifications like TestDaf, the TELC exam and the KK Level tests. With a streamlined focus on learning German organically, Kästner Kolleg makes a prime German language school.

German Courses

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General Language
Intensive CourseMost Popular German course
25 lessons per week
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15 students (max)
In high demand!
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230€219€
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Summer Intensive Course 25
25 lessons per week
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15 students (max)
Only limited places left for the summer months!
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285€271€
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Evening Course
6 lessons per week
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12 students (max)
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65€62€
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Online Evening Course
6 lessons per week
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15 students (max)
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65€62€
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Online Intensive Course
25 lessons per week
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15 students (max)
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230€219€
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Online Private Tuition
10 lessons per week
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1 student (max)
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500€475€
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Private Tuition
10 lessons per week
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1 student (max)
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Exam PreparationWhy exam preparation courses are excellent for optimum progress
Online TestDaF Exam PreparationRecommended German course
25 lessons per week
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12 students (max)
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285€271€
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TestDaF Exam PreparationRecommended German course
25 lessons per week
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12 students (max)
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285€271€
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Online Telc Exam PreparationRecommended German course
25 lessons per week
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12 students (max)
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285€271€
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Telc Exam PreparationRecommended German course
25 lessons per week
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12 students (max)
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285€271€
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Our prices for Kästner Kolleg include

  • INCLUDED Organized activities
  • INCLUDED Internet access and use of school computers
  • INCLUDED Wireless LAN zone at school
  • INCLUDED Free certificate of course attendance
  • INCLUDED Language level placement test at first day of classes
  • INCLUDED Language level placement test before arrival
  • INCLUDED For adult courses: a minimum of one free organized leisure activity per week
  • INCLUDED Free consultation about suitable college/university programs by a qualified consultant
  • INCLUDED Free assistance in applying to college/university programs by a qualified consultant
  • INCLUDED Paid assistance in finding flats for long-term students at 75€

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Student opinions about Kästner Kolleg, Dresden

4.6

Rating: 4.6/5.0

Overall school rating of
Kästner Kolleg, Dresden
79 authentic ratings from students who reserved with us
School
Location of the school
4.6 

Rating: 4.6/5.0

Facilities
4.1 

Rating: 4.1/5.0

Social activities
4.2 

Rating: 4.2/5.0

Organisation
4.5 

Rating: 4.5/5.0

Course
Quality of teaching
4.6 

Rating: 4.6/5.0

Value for money
4.4 

Rating: 4.4/5.0

Accommodation
Homestay
4.4 

Rating: 4.4/5.0

Shared Flat (apartment)
4.0 

Rating: 4.0/5.0

Other
4.0 

Rating: 4.0/5.0

Overall school rating by student age group
Students < 18 years (9 ratings)
5.0 

Rating: 5.0/5.0

Students 18-30 years (29 ratings)
4.6 

Rating: 4.6/5.0

Students 31-49 years (20 ratings)
4.4 

Rating: 4.4/5.0

Students 50+ years (20 ratings)
4.8 

Rating: 4.8/5.0

Verified reviews only, uncensored. All student opinions from students who booked a course at the school with LanguageCourse.net.
57 years
Overall rating
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Liked
“I enjoyed a lot my five weeks in Kästner Kolleg. I actually could improve my German language thanks the special attention from the staff and teachers as well. It was fantastic my interaction with my classmates from many countries around the world. I could feel that students have a good atmosphere to learn and have fun.”
Review details
Course: Intensive Course - 5 weeks
Review date: 6. Mar. 2024 by Edson Luis Baldan
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
68 years
Overall rating
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Liked
“Student support was excellent. There is a friendly, supportive atmosphere. The staff, administrative and teaching, showed flexibility and responsiveness to make the learning experience as successful as possible. Both Katrin and Patricia are excellent teachers.”
Disliked
“The physical facilities are okay, but a bit 'down at heels.' Not enough to affect the overall positive experience.”
Review details
Quality of teaching / language progress: It is indeed 'intense' to concentrate 4.5 hrs plus homework but the classes were well-managed. The time was carefully and consistently structured to vary the tempo and demands.
Other comments Very warm, personal environment. Not 'institutional' or business-dominated.
Course: Intensive Course - 2 weeks
Review date: 27. Nov. 2023 by Rosemary Mathewson
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
31 years
Overall rating
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Liked
“I had a lot of fun learning German at Kästner Kolleg. The teachers are very involved and the classes are formed in small groups (5 on average per class). Do not hesitate any longer, this is the school you need to progress in German.”
Review details
Course: Summer Intensive 30 - 6 weeks
Review date: 16. Aug. 2021 by Juliette Ambrosetti
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
50 years
Overall rating
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Liked
“The size and the comfort of the space at my disposal; it is not obvious, because I was in some school - even prestigious - where every day I was wandering in a different classroom, being privileged group classes than individual”
Review details
Other comments I have not included an assessment of the social activities because I had my program of visits to make, and I was not interested in the school's one; but I saw that they aimed to engage the students, and if I was a little girl, and I'm not anymore, I would be interested in the activities proposed. I have also not included my review of the accommodation, because I was in a hotel chosen by me and where I had a great time.
Course: Private Tuition - 1 week
Review date: 1. Sep. 2014 by Lucia Mattarollo
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
38 years
Overall rating
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Liked
“The teachers are very friendly and competent. The organization is excellent, both the structure, as the lessons. Moreover there is the possibility to take advantage of trips organized by the college itself.”
Insider tip: “If you choose to do a few weeks you are put into groups already in place, which have already a program in progress, so you can have the impression of losing part of it, if entering a phase not initial . However, the teachers are available to the correction of personal exercises that go beyond the current program.”
Review details
Course: Summer Intensive Course 30  - 1 week
Review date: 11. Sep. 2013 by Marco Zanchin
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
78 years
Overall rating
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Liked
“Quality and professionalism of the teaching. Moved me up to a higher class in order to put me in a smaller class so I would have more opportunity to speak, even if it might have been one level too high.”
Review details
Quality of teaching / language progress: I would have like more and better excursions.
Course: Intensive Course [German] - 2 weeks
Review date: 18. Feb. 2020 by Cliff Dammers
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
19 years
Overall rating
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Liked
“It's very beautiful, the accommodation is very interesting. My teacher was a very young woman and had fun with us. In particular, it was a great week to meet them in Dresden at Kästner Kolleg.”
Review details
Other comments Simply designed. If possible in the future, I will visit again.
Course: Intensive Course Summer 30 - 1 week
Review date: 29. Jul. 2015 by Jan Tomáš
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
53 years
Overall rating
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Liked
“The flexibility and the possibility to change levels when I felt it was better for me. Both Katherina and Agnes were very frindly and welcoming. Thank you !”
Review details
Other comments I enjoyed my week, short as it was, and I feel that I made very good progress. I wish I could have stayed longer.
Course: Intensive Course 25 - Only Low Season - 1 week
Review date: 7. Nov. 2012 by Hélène Trudel
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
67 years
Overall rating
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Liked
“The lessons and the teacher were very good and the group was small. So you had to participate. There was also homework, which made the programme intensive.”
Review details
Quality of teaching / language progress: The intensive courses were excellent. It was really intensive, but not too intensive. Teaching was of the highest quality.
Course: Intensive Course [Deutsch] - 2 weeks
Review date: 17. May. 2023 by Esa Paasivirta
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
53 years
Overall rating
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Liked
“I liked that you had to speak German that they would not allow English. It forced me to use the language and become more confident”
Insider tip: “Participant in social gatherings. It builds conventional speaking skills. ”
Review details
Other comments Great overall. I would of liked to of taken the placement exam first prior to going to class to ensure correct level
Course: Intensive Course 25 [German] - 2 weeks
Review date: 27. Aug. 2018 by Valerie Stewart
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
30 years
Overall rating
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Liked
“The teachers and lecturers are knowledgeable and approachable, making it easy for students to seek help and engage.”
Disliked
“Classes sometimes feel overbooked, and there are too many students for the teachers to adequately care for each individual. As a result, they cannot spend enough time with students who may be struggling to learn.”
Insider tip: “Reaching fluency in a language is not an overnight process. If you think that simply attending class every day for a year will make your language skills comparable to those of a native speaker, that's unrealistic. It takes time and patience to truly develop proficiency.”
Review details
Quality of teaching / language progress: My teacher is really knowledgeable, and overall, my experience has been quite positive. The school administration is also very helpful with any problems I encounter.
Other comments After almost eight months of study, I have learned a lot, not only about the German language but also about their culture. Overall, my stay in Dresden has been great!
Course: Intensive Course [German] - 36 weeks
Review date: 30. Sep. 2024 by Kuan-Hung Chen
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
15 years
Overall rating
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Liked
“The teaching quality is exceptional and best language course I have attended yet. Definitely worth the price.”
Review details
Course: Online Intensive Course - 4 weeks
Review date: 12. Dec. 2023 by Xiangjuan He
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
28 years
Overall rating
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Liked
“I really liked the teacher, the interesting lessons and the different nationalities of the students.”
Insider tip: “New students should spend their free time together.”
Review details
Other comments Very good!
Course: Intensive Course 25  - 1 week
Review date: 20. Jul. 2013 by Tomas Maksimovas
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
51 years
Overall rating
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Liked
“I really liked the atmosphere in the school. Everyone was very friendly and helpful.”
Review details
Other comments At first glance the school looked old and worn out, but as soon as I entered the school and meet the staff and the other students, I felt very much at home.
Course: Intensive Course Summer 30 - 1 week
Review date: 8. Aug. 2016 by Vibeke Nielsen
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
16 years
Overall rating
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Liked
“Good attitude of teachers, employees, teaching methods and atmosphere at school”
Review details
Course: Intensive Course 25  - 4 weeks
Review date: 31. Oct. 2018 by Vlada Babak
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
21 years
Overall rating
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Liked
“The teacher. The lessons were fun, not boring and with a lot of interactivity”
Review details
Course: Intensive Course 25  - 4 weeks
Review date: 22. Feb. 2016 by Ekaterina Verkholomova
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
19 years
Overall rating
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Liked
“I liked the environment. It was very friendly and everyone was nice to me.”
Insider tip: “The extra activities will help you to know a little bit more of the city. And try touring by yourselves with the maps that the school provides.”
Review details
Other comments Keep having great teachers. Sophie was so cool, nice and friendly.
Course: Intensive Course 25  - 3 weeks
Review date: 3. Aug. 2017 by Emma Hernandez
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
19 years
Overall rating
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Liked
“The teachers are superb. The activities offered are varied and rewarding.”
Review details
Course: Intensive Course Summer 25 [Allemand] - 3 weeks
Review date: 2. Sep. 2018 by Paul Martin
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
43 years
Overall rating
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Liked
“Coziness. Our teacher FRANZISKA was very professional and also very nice!”
Review details
Other comments Andreas OFFICE was also very good and patient :-)
Course: Summer Special 25 - 4 weeks
Review date: 7. Aug. 2017 by Mónica Urbea Jaime
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
18 years
Overall rating
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Liked
“The atmosphere in the classes, pupils and teachers are very helpful”
Review details
Course: Intensive Course Summer 25 - 2 weeks
Review date: 6. Sep. 2016 by Angelika święty
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
20 years
Overall rating
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Liked
“All of the staff and teachers were friendly and accessible always.”
Review details
Course: Summer Special 25 - 3 weeks
Review date: 16. Aug. 2017 by Estefania Biassi
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
22 years
Overall rating
3.0

Rating: 3/5.0

Liked
“My teachers and the extra Activities at the weekend”
Insider tip: “The cost for accommodation is too much, I guess. Look for your place yourself.”
Review details
Course: Intensive Course 25  - 12 weeks
Review date: 16. Dec. 2013 by Sol Namgung
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
71 years
Overall rating
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Liked
“Top notch instruction. Good learning environment.”
Insider tip: “Try to start at the beginning of the course rather than joining mid-stream.”
Review details
Quality of teaching / language progress: Very professional, well organized & staff very helpful.
Course: Intensive Course - 2 weeks
Review date: 25. Jul. 2023 by KAY SIBARY
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
31 years
Overall rating
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Liked
“Lecturers, Overall working of the school is good!”
Disliked
“The courses seem a little too fast and the classrooms are not big enough for fifteen students... ”
Review details
Course: Intensive Course - 8 weeks
Review date: 6. Apr. 2023 by Madhura Bakde
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
68 years
Overall rating
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Liked
“Social interaction with staff and other students.”
Insider tip: “Be prepared for a wonderful time.”
Review details
Other comments Agnes was an especially good teacher.
Course: Intensive Course 20 - Low Season - 2 weeks
Review date: 22. Oct. 2008 by James Lewis
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
38 years
Overall rating
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Liked
“The quality of the whole school. The kitchen.”
Review details
Course: Intensive Course Summer 30 [Deutsch] - 1 week
Review date: 24. Aug. 2018 by Kiyomi Higaki
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
70 years
Overall rating
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Liked
“Great teaching. Friendly students and staff.”
Review details
Course: Intensive Course 25  - 3 weeks
Review date: 20. May. 2019 by Angela Goode
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
32 years
Overall rating
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Liked
“Good atmosphere. Focus on communication.”
Review details
Course: Intensive Course 25 [Niemiecki] - 4 weeks
Review date: 26. Jun. 2018 by Agata Chachulska
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
42 years
Overall rating
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Liked
“Good teaching staff. Thank you all.”
Insider tip: “Before buying additional private lessons, it is better to attend a group course for a few days. 5 hours per day are already a hard job. I did the opposite and it was difficult for me. The course with 4 hours per day is the best option for me takinig into consideration the homework. ”
Review details
Other comments I would like to have an internet connection with a higher speed and an access to the printer at the school. It would also be useful to reduce the group size up to 8 people. There were 12 students in my group and in my opinion it was a bit too much.
Course: Intensive Course 25  - 4 weeks
Review date: 2. Dec. 2014 by Olga Raspopova
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
42 years
Overall rating
1.0

Rating: 1/5.0

Liked
“School location is very good.”
Disliked
“Teaching quality is vary depending of the teachers (some gave balanced lessons, some are not).”
Insider tip: “It is more expensive to book shorter period than longer period but try to book 1 week first and check if the course and classmates are matching with your style of studying. If you liked the course then extend your course. ”
Review details
Course: Intensive Course - 12 weeks
Review date: 6. Feb. 2023 by Jungeun Baek
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
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Ratings of Kästner Kolleg compared to ratings of all schools in Germany

 Kästner Kolleg DresdenAverage of all other schools in Germany
Overall school rating4.6

Rating: 4.6/5.0

4.2

Rating: 4.2/5.0

Location of the school4.6

Rating: 4.6/5.0

4.7

Rating: 4.7/5.0

Facilities4.1

Rating: 4.1/5.0

3.9

Rating: 3.9/5.0

Social activities4.2

Rating: 4.2/5.0

3.5

Rating: 3.5/5.0

Organisation4.5

Rating: 4.5/5.0

4.1

Rating: 4.1/5.0

Quality of teaching4.6

Rating: 4.6/5.0

4.3

Rating: 4.3/5.0

Value for money4.4

Rating: 4.4/5.0

4.0

Rating: 4.0/5.0

Homestay4.2

Rating: 4.2/5.0

4.0

Rating: 4.0/5.0

Shared flat4.1

Rating: 4.1/5.0

3.9

Rating: 3.9/5.0

Kästner Kolleg

“Kästner Kolleg does anything possible to make you feeling home in #YourLanguageFamily - connected with our highest professional teaching demands.”
Uwe Kästner
– 
Uwe Kästner
, 
Director of Kästner Kolleg
Accreditations and Quality seals
FADAFPreferential Terms in Case of Visa RefusalAZAV (certified Quality Management for Education services)
German teacher qualifications
100% hold a university degree
100% hold a recognised language teaching qualification
Languages spoken by school staff (cannot be guaranteed by school)
First day of course
Students should arrive at 9:00
Student gender mix
50% male / 50% female
Offer for returning students
You will be refunded/waived the school's administration fee if you already attended previously a course at Kästner Kolleg and you book here.
Payment methods accepted for payments made directly to the school
Visa - logoMastercard - logoEurocard - logoAmerican Express - logoDiners Club - logoPayPal - logoMaestro - logoWestern Union - logoCash payment - logoVisa Debit - logoBank Transfer - logo
Year of school foundation
1998
Legal name/parent company
Kästner Kolleg e. V. | Tax registration ID: DE253708491
The school is an official exam center
The following language examinations can be taken directly at the school:

General school facilities

  • Microwave for student use

  • Fridge for student use

  • Drink vending machine

  • Kitchen for student use

  • Student support desk

  • Balcony / terrace

  • Garden

  • Lounge

  • Games room

  • Movie room

  • Free after-class access to language learning software

  • Movie rental

  • Library

  • Copy machine

  • Printer for student use

  • Table tennis

  • Free water dispenser

  • Free WIFI

  • Smoking zones (outdoors)

  • Tourist information

  • Assistance with entrance ticket purchases

  • Assistance with reservations for restaurants, bars, clubs

  • Assistance with organizing transportation

  • Free parking (<500m)

  • Classroom equipment

    • TV in all classrooms

    • Electronic whiteboard in some classrooms

    • Air conditioning in all classrooms

    • Heating in all classrooms

    • Ample natural light in all classrooms

    • Number of classrooms: 10
    • Number of public PC workstations: 1
Additional comment about facilities of school
- Cafeteria is equipped with cooking facilities. - There is a large green park for relaxation and outdoor sports across the street.

Student Age / Nationality

Average number of students
In summer: 90
Throughout the year: 75
Minimum age of students
16 years
Average number of levels
Adult courses In summer: 8
Adult courses Throughout the year: 8
Average age of students
In summer: 22 years
Throughout the year: 25 years
Read our recommendations for students in their 40s, 50s, 60s, and 70s.

Top student nationalities

Student Nationality Percentage of students
Korea 10%
Japan 5%
Sweden 5%
USA 5%
Spain 5%
Italy 4%
Germany 3%
Iraq 3%
Venezuela 2%
Vietnam 2%
Thailand 2%
Turkey 2%
Switzerland 2%
Brazil 2%
China 2%
Iran 2%
Netherlands 2%
France 2%
England 2%
Chile 2%
Israel 1%
Other nationalities 35%

Information for all courses offered by Kästner Kolleg

Lesson duration
45 minutes
School's administrative fee
40.00 €
Course material
Generally course material has to be purchased by the student. Course material costs are approximately 25 € per month.
Comments about courses

Services offered by the school:

  • Placement test and certificate.
  • All intensive courses include a free-time programme (entrance fees and transportation costs not included) with 2 activities per week in low season and 3-4 activities per week in high season.
  • Accommodation arrangement.
  • Arranging language partnerships.
  • WIFI, media library and study rooms.
  • Arranging health insurance.
  • Assistance with administrational issues.
  • Advice on study, training and work in Germany.
  • Advice on language exams.
  • TestDaf and telc examination center.
Individual classes
Single individual lessons of tuition can be reserved at 55 €. The combination of group and individual lessons is highly recommended. Individual lessons will encourage you to actively speak the foreign language and will offer you the opportunity to discuss individual problems and weaknesses.
Days without class
In 2024 (including national and regional bank holidays):
01 Jan 2024 - 07 Jan 2024, 29 Mar 2024, 01 Apr 2024, 01 May 2024, 09 May 2024, 20 May 2024, 03 Oct 2024, 31 Oct 2024, 20 Nov 2024, 20 Dec 2024 - 31 Dec 2024.
In 2025 (including national and regional bank holidays):
01 Jan 2025 - 05 Jan 2025, 18 Apr 2025, 21 Apr 2025, 01 May 2025, 29 May 2025, 09 Jun 2025, 03 Oct 2025, 31 Oct 2025, 19 Nov 2025, 22 Dec 2025 - 31 Dec 2025.
If a bank holiday falls on a weekday there is no refund nor are missed lessons recuperated. This is the case for the majority of language schools.
Level test
A test to assess your exact language level takes place before the start of the course via an online form.
Lessons needed per German language level
Level (CEFR) LESSONS needed per level WEEKS needed
(20 lessons per week)
A1 Beginner A1 to A2 100 5
A2 Elementary A2 to B1 200 10
B1 Intermediate B1 to B2 225 11.25
B2 Higher Intermediate B2 to C1 250 12.5
C1 Advanced C1 to C2 275 13.75
C2 Proficiency
Data above gives some guidance. For more details consult our page How long does it take to learn a language or reach a specific level.

Airport transfer

Dresden Airport:
95 € one way
190 € return (both ways)
Best arrival airport is Dresden (DRS).
More details about airports near Dresden and how to travel independently from the airport to the city on our Dresden page. For flight comparisons to Dresden, we recommend using skyscanner.com.

Visa Documents

Nationals from USA do not require a visa to study short term courses up to 90 days.
Check visa requirements for nationals from other countries.
Nationals from countries that require a visa will receive documents from the school, related to booking confirmation, which is required for the visa application.
Full payment of all fees required before school dispatches documents required for visa application
No
Express shipment fee (via courier)
80 €
Free shipment via regular mail
Yes
Preferential cancellation terms in case of visa refusal
School agreed that students booking online on this site will benefit from preferential cancellation fees in case of visa refusal, and in this case will never exceed EUR 180.

Leisure activities

activity possibledistance from school
Ballet1 km
Basketball3 km
Cooking-
Cricket4 km
Dancing1 km
Diving50 km
Field Hockey3 km
Football (soccer)-
Golf10 km
Horse riding10 km
Ice Hockey3 km
Mountainbiking1 km
Music1 km
Rugby4 km
Skiing30 km
Squash3 km
Swimming2 km
Table Tennis-
Tennis3 km
Volleyball3 km
Windsurfing10 km
Yoga-

Examples of leisure activities organized by the school

Adults - Free activities

Guided tour through the trendy disctrict of Dresden Neustadt, parlour game afternoons, film afternoons, table tennis tournament, sports & games in the park, walking tour to the Elbe castles.

Adults - Paid activities

The school regularly organises excursions to the most beautiful places in and around Dresden.
Every Thursday evening the school provides a Stammtisch, where people can social together. There are events to exploring the Neustadt and visiting pubs and cafés in the area.

Junior - Free activities

Some examples:
Climbing
 Trekking
Cycling in Saxon Switzerland or along the River Elbe
 Countless biergartens, pubs and cafés
Landmarks
 Palaces
Parks
 Galleries
Museums
 BBQ
Outdoor cinema
 Theatre and opera
Discos
 Salsa courses
Christmas markets and city festivals

Athletic activities including:
 Canoeing
Rafting
 Steamboating on the Elbe
Diving
 Hot-air ballooning
Horse riding
 Jogging
Tennis
 Golf
Swimming
 Volleyball
Table tennis
 Rollerblading

Excursions to:
Berlin
 Weimar
Leipzig
 Prague

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Questions and answers about Kästner Kolleg

  • “Some of the host families and the apartments (residence) require a security deposit for the keys and furniture. When you hand over the keys to move out, you will get the deposit back if everything is in order. The Guesthouse usually does not require a deposit.”
    Sabine Krafack, LanguageCourse.Net - Apr 24, 2023
  • “If the visa is not granted, we keep 250 euros as a cancellation fee and refund the rest of any fees already paid. The refusal letter from the consulate is required for the repayment.”
    Katrin, from Kästner Kolleg - Jun 08, 2023
  • “To apply for a visa, we issue the following documents:
    Registration confirmation
    Confirmation of course (and possibly accommodation)
    Payment confirmation
    Excerpt from the register of associations
    ID copy    ”
    Katrin, from Kästner Kolleg - Jun 08, 2023
  • “No, the course fee does not include accommodation. Booking accommodation through the school is up to you, as you can look for accommodation on your own. Within the school's profile on our website there is a section which shows the possible accommodation options that the school can offer you, its characteristics and prices.”
    Rubén De Haro, LanguageCourse.Net - Aug 23, 2023
  • “We would accept student, although she is only 15. Her parents would just have to sign our parental consent form, before starting the course.”
    Katrin, from Kästner Kolleg, Dresden - Jan 19, 2024

FAQ about Kästner Kolleg, Dresden

  • “Yes, this school is an examination centre. You can either pass the TELC or the TestDaf exams. ”
    Madly Simba, Language Travel Consultant from LanguageCourse.Net - Aug 12, 2024
  • The accommodation Homestay is the most popular among all our clients of Kästner Kolleg
  • Yes. The following courses can be attended as an absolute beginner: Intensive Course, Summer Intensive Course 25, Online Evening Course, Online Intensive Course
  • Yes. The school offers pickup from Dresden Airport (95 €)
  • Depending on the chosen course, the maximum number of students at Kästner Kolleg varies from 1 students (Online Private Tuition) to 15 students (Intensive Course)
  • 100% of teachers at Kästner Kolleg hold a university degree. 100% hold a recognized language teaching certificate.
  • The highest Nationality percentage at Kästner Kolleg comes from Korea with a 10% representation, followed by students from Poland (6%) and USA (5%).
  • Yes, there is an exclusive discount that only applies when booking online here.
  • Kästner Kolleg offers courses from 16 years to 99. Average age is 22 during the summer and 25 for the rest of the year.

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