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Alpha AktivHeidelberg, Germany

4.0

Rating: 4.0/5.0

28 students - overall rating
Hans-Böckler-Straße 2 - 69115 Heidelberg - see on map
Pay less than booking at the school
What we like about the school
  • Free trial lesson.
  • Excellent rating of homestay accommodation
    5.0

    Rating: 5.0/5.0

  • 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.
  • Free assistance in finding flats for long-term students.
  • Electronic whiteboards in all classrooms.
What we dislike about the school
  • Do not offer favorable cancellation terms in the case of a student getting a visa rejected.
Age of students
  Percentage of students
1-18 years 10%
18-24 years 80%
25-34 years 7%
35-50 years 3%
>50 years 0%
The average age outside summer is 2 years higher than in summer.

Location: One great advantage that students studying at Alpha Aktiv have is living in the scenic city of Heidelberg. The school is adjacent to the Neckar river, on the outskirts of the main city hub. It is just a short 25 minute walk from the school to what is considered the city centre. As a university city, Heidelberg has an academic reputation of providing a vibrant student life.

Getting Around: Heidelberg is a manageable city to navigate, with a well-connected public transportation system. Regular bus and tram routes run close to the school, so students can come and go easily. The central Heidelberg train station known as Heilbronn Main Station is less than 20 minutes by foot from Alpha Aktiv, and this line stretches through various other cities in Germany.

Course selection: The school has a wide range of courses from intensive long-term programmes to private one-to-one classes. It also offers exam preparation assistance for exam certificates required by German universities. Those with a busy and inflexible schedule can choose the short intensive courses, evening or summer programmes to help improve their fluency quickly. In addition to general German, the school has programmes dedicated to teaching German for medical practitioners, nurses and business executives. Moreover, Alpha Aktiv also offers courses in many different languages, including English, Spanish, French, Russian and Chinese.

Additional information: The school has an intercultural competence training programme that focuses on helping students adjust to German work culture, and helps them become adept in other soft skills.

German Courses

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Typical content of a language course
General Language
Intensive Course
Popular German course
20 lessons per week
|
18 students (max)
Offer!from
180€171€
Course Details
Intensive Course + 10 Individual
30 lessons per week
|
15 students (max)
Offer!from
580€551€
Course Details
Intensive Course + 5 Individual
25 lessons per week
|
15 students (max)
Offer!from
380€361€
Course Details
Evening Course
4 lessons per week
|
15 students (max)
Offer!from
44€42€
Course Details
Super-Intensive Course
30 lessons per week
|
15 students (max)
Offer!from
210€200€
Course Details
Junior
Summer Youth Course (14 to 17 years old)
20 lessons per week
|
12 students (max)
Only limited places left for the summer months!
Offer!from
380€361€
Course Details
Summer Youth Course + Homestay (14 to 17 years old)
20 lessons per week
|
12 students (max)
Offer!from
585€571€
Includes accommodation
Course Details
Business
German for Medical Doctors
20 lessons per week
|
15 students (max)
This course tends to sell out quickly!
Offer!from
325€309€
Course Details
German for Nurses / Medical Staff
20 lessons per week
|
15 students (max)
Offer!from
0€0€
Course Details
Exam PreparationWhy exam preparation courses are excellent for optimum progress
TestDaf / DSH Preparation Course
Recommended German course
20 lessons per week
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15 students (max)
Offer!from
195€186€
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German for Work
Recommended German course
20 lessons per week
|
15 students (max)
This course tends to sell out quickly!
Offer!from
195€186€
Course Details
TELC Preparation Course
Recommended German course
10 lessons per week
|
15 students (max)
Offer!from
195€186€
Course Details

Our prices for Alpha Aktiv include

  • 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 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 Free assistance in finding flats for long-term students

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  • School interior
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  • Corridor
    Corridor6/12
  • Office
    Office7/12
  • Common area
    Common area8/12
  • Hallway
    Hallway9/12
  • Interview area
    Interview area10/12
  • Lesson in progress
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Student opinions about Alpha Aktiv, Heidelberg

4.0

Rating: 4.0/5.0

Overall school rating of
Alpha Aktiv, Heidelberg
28 authentic ratings from students who reserved with us
School
Location of the school
4.7 

Rating: 4.7/5.0

Facilities
3.7 

Rating: 3.7/5.0

Social activities
3.4 

Rating: 3.4/5.0

Organisation
3.6 

Rating: 3.6/5.0

Course
Quality of teaching
4.1 

Rating: 4.1/5.0

Value for money
3.7 

Rating: 3.7/5.0

Accommodation
Homestay
5.0 

Rating: 5.0/5.0

Shared Flat (apartment)
2.8 

Rating: 2.8/5.0

Overall school rating by student age group
Students < 18 years (6 ratings)
4.2 

Rating: 4.2/5.0

Students 18-30 years (12 ratings)
4.0 

Rating: 4.0/5.0

Students 31-49 years (6 ratings)
4.2 

Rating: 4.2/5.0

Students 50+ years (4 ratings)
3.3 

Rating: 3.3/5.0

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

Rating: 5/5.0

Liked
“OOe of my best learning experiences! The teacher was great! The girls in the office were always very friendly and helpful. The rooms were very clean and close to school.”
Insider tip: “If you need any help, choose a time where there are less students, especially after the class finishes. The best way is to send an email and you get reply very fast. ”
Review details
Other comments I wanted to change my room (from students' residence to apartment ) – it was done without a problem. Just needed to contact the office and then everything went smoothly.
Course: Intensive Course - 2 weeks
Review date: 25. May. 2018 by Oliwia Smit
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
44 years
Overall rating
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Liked
“Positive learning atmosphere in the class, clean & central accommodation, friendly office staff, small classes, mixed nationalities, free time activities well organized.”
Insider tip: “Leisure activities definitely worth the time, don’t be afraid to ask the front desk employees with any issues or questions you might have - they will always help you”
Review details
Other comments Thanks for the super nice time in Heidelberg!
Course: Intensive Course [Deutsch] - 1 week
Review date: 31. Oct. 2018 by Agata Serwin
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
56 years
Overall rating
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Liked
“Small groups. My teacher motivated me a lot to learn German. I was always comfortable at the class and learned a lot.”
Disliked
“There was no vending coffee machine and no extra activities.”
Review details
Course: Intensive Course [German] - 2 weeks
Review date: 20. Aug. 2024 by Yolanda Coronado Gonzalez
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
24 years
Overall rating
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Liked
“Location, I could also try different lessons before deciding which I will attend in long-term”
Insider tip: “The accommodation (single room with shared toilet and bathroom at a "dormitory") was a bit crappy - I received a moldy bed sheet and the table was poor quality. Other than that I had everything I needed. There was no WiFi connection in my room (only in the building).”
Review details
Other comments Great, friendly and helpful staff.
Course: Superintensive course (Summer) - 2 weeks
Review date: 29. Aug. 2018 by Michael Sklář
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
24 years
Overall rating
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Liked
“Very peaceful atmosphere and pleasant language learning”
Insider tip: “You need to have luck with roommates and classmates. If you have a good roommate you will make great progress while having fun”
Review details
Other comments The cheap price, but the accommodation is not beautiful. Good for those who expect to sleep only, but the city has everything
Course: Intensive Course [Tedesco] - 4 weeks
Review date: 4. Sep. 2018 by Luigi Pappalardo
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
53 years
Overall rating
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Liked
“Friendliness, availability, responsiveness of staff”
Review details
Other comments I am delighted with my stay in Heidelberg and the courses offered at Alpha Aktiv School.
Course: Superintensive course (Summer) - 2 weeks
Review date: 2. Aug. 2018 by Serrano Monique
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
14 years
Overall rating
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Liked
“All the lessons were carried out in German.”
Insider tip: “A place meant mainly for studies. ”
Review details
Other comments The entire process was professionally carried out.
Course: Intensive Course [German] - 1 week
Review date: 25. Dec. 2018 by Ms Abirami A/p Vijaya Kumar Vijaya Kumar
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
27 years
Liked
“A few teachers and Sara.”
Insider tip: “If you have the money, go to a better school.”
Review details
Quality of teaching / language progress: Everything is not good other than some of the teachers and some of the admins who are helpful and nice. It's mainly based on your teacher. If you get a good teacher then you are lucky and your money is worth a lot. If not, then it's a complete waste of money as the school isn't really trying to help anyone other than taking money at every chance. They don't cover up for their failures like when they lack teachers or having many students (20+) where no one can really learn and the teacher can't teach anymore. Also, they don't have any other facilities other than a computer lab for Test DAF that you can use. No library/kitchen or anything else mentioned here. They always don't have toilet paper in the toilets actually. Some teachers have to bring their own laptops as the school doesn't offer many advanced ways of teaching.
Course: Intensive Course - 8 weeks
Review date: 5. Aug. 2019 by Raya Al Hajri
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
42 years
Overall rating
1.0

Rating: 1/5.0

Liked
“Nothing in particular”
Insider tip: “Poor quality of teachers. One was not even a native speaker, the other was prone to monologues over 30 minutes, during which us students could only listen. The room was poor and dirty.”
Review details
Other comments Low quality. Course and accommodation are cheap and worth even less.
Course: Superintensive course (Summer) - 2 weeks
Review date: 6. Sep. 2018 by Tiziana Forlin
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
30 years
Overall rating
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Liked
“Friendly teachers”
Review details
Other comments Accomodation was just OK (student housing, shared appartement). The room was fine but the house looked like no one cared about it. We had ants in the house and we told the school a few times but they didn't do anything, so we had to buy bug spray ourselves. It was really disgusting to have ants invasion in the house. The kitchen was also really dirty and the wifi didn't function well. I think they could really improve students' satisfaction if they put more effort in maintaining the accomodation. Also, they should arrange someone from the school to give the keys to arriving students, not another student who has to stay at home and wait for -sometimes- hours (transport delays).
Course: Intensive Course - 2 weeks
Review date: 1. Aug. 2017 by Christel van Esterik
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
19 years
Overall rating
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Liked
“Teaching”
Review details
Course: Intensive Course - 3 weeks
Review date: 20. Jan. 2019 by Klara Vasiutkina
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
See all reviews of Alpha Aktiv Heidelberg

Ratings of Alpha Aktiv compared to ratings of all schools in Germany

 Alpha Aktiv HeidelbergAverage of all other schools in Germany
Overall school rating4.0

Rating: 4.0/5.0

4.3

Rating: 4.3/5.0

Location of the school4.8

Rating: 4.8/5.0

4.7

Rating: 4.7/5.0

Facilities3.8

Rating: 3.8/5.0

3.9

Rating: 3.9/5.0

Social activities3.4

Rating: 3.4/5.0

3.5

Rating: 3.5/5.0

Organisation3.6

Rating: 3.6/5.0

4.2

Rating: 4.2/5.0

Quality of teaching4.1

Rating: 4.1/5.0

4.3

Rating: 4.3/5.0

Value for money3.8

Rating: 3.8/5.0

4.1

Rating: 4.1/5.0

Homestay3.0

Rating: 3.0/5.0

4.1

Rating: 4.1/5.0

Shared flat3.0

Rating: 3.0/5.0

4.0

Rating: 4.0/5.0

Alpha Aktiv

“"Languages are ways into the future. Can you picture yourself spending part of your future in Germany? We are looking forward to having you with us!"”
Beata Drogi
– 
Beata Drogi
, 
Director of Alpha Aktiv
Accreditations and Quality seals
FADAFISO 9000/9001TQCert
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 8:45
Payment methods accepted for payments made directly to the school
Bank Transfer - logo
Year of school foundation
2003
Legal name/parent company
Alpha Aktiv Privates Bildungsinstitut | Tax registration ID: DE310995696
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

  • Drink vending machine

  • Kitchen for student use

  • Snack vending machine

  • Computer lab

  • Library

  • Movie rental

  • Free after-class access to language learning software

  • Student support desk

  • Printer for student use

  • Copy machine

  • Free WIFI

  • Non-smoking (all indoor and all outdoor areas of school)

  • Paid parking (<500m)

  • Facilities for islamic students

    • Available area to pray at the school

    • Facilities to wash feet before praying

  • Classroom equipment

    • TV in some classrooms

    • Electronic whiteboard in all classrooms

    • Air conditioning in most classrooms

    • Heating in all classrooms

    • Ample natural light in all classrooms

    • Number of classrooms: 13
    • Number of public PC workstations: 25

    Facilities for disabled students

    • Wheelchair access to classroom

    • Wheelchair access to reception

Student Age / Nationality

Average number of students
Adult courses - In summer: 300
Adult courses - Throughout the year: 220
Junior courses - In summer: 30
Junior courses - Throughout the year: 10
Minimum age of students
18 years
14 years for specific Junior courses
Average number of levels
Adult courses In summer: 9
Adult courses Throughout the year: 9
Junior courses In summer: 3
Junior courses Throughout the year: 1
Average age of students
In summer: 17 years
Throughout the year: 19 years
Read our recommendations for students in their 40s, 50s, 60s, and 70s.

Top student nationalities

Student Nationality Percentage of students
China 8%
Spain 7%
Korea 6%
Japan 6%
Thailand 5%
Turkey 5%
Brazil 4%
Iran 4%
Iraq 4%
Chile 4%
France 4%
Sweden 3%
England 3%
Italy 3%
Saudi Arabia 2%
Netherlands 2%
USA 2%
Israel 2%
Vietnam 1%
Venezuela 1%
Other nationalities 24%

Information for all courses offered by Alpha Aktiv

Lesson duration
45 minutes
School's administrative fee
50.00 €
Course material
Generally course material has to be purchased by the student. The costs of course material will be approximately 30 € per course level.
Individual classes
Single individual lessons of tuition can be reserved at 45 €. 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, 29 Mar 2024, 01 Apr 2024, 01 May 2024, 09 May 2024, 20 May 2024, 03 Jan 2024, 25 Dec 2024, 26 Dec 2024.
In 2025 (including national and regional bank holidays):
01 Jan 2025, 18 Apr 2025, 21 Apr 2025, 01 May 2025, 29 May 2025, 09 Jun 2025, 03 Jan 2025, 25 Dec 2025, 26 Dec 2025.
School policy regarding bank holidays:Full number of lost classes are made up
Level test
A test to assess your exact language level takes place before the start of the course via email.
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

Frankfurt Airport:
70 € one way
140 € return (both ways)
Frankfurt-Hahn Airport:
70 € one way
140 € return (both ways)
More details about airports near Heidelberg and how to travel independently from the airport to the city on our Heidelberg page. For flight comparisons to Heidelberg, 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
Yes
Express shipment fee (via courier)
75 €
Free shipment via regular mail
Yes

Leisure activities

Examples of leisure activities organized by the school

Adults - Free activities

Not offered.

Adults - Paid activities

- Cruises on the Neckar
- Walking tour through the alleys of the old town
- Visits to the zoo and the museum
- Visits to the Heidelberg Castle and/or Schwetzinger Castle
- Sport activities at the banks of the Neckar
- Soccer tournament
- Barbecue
- Trips to other German cities like Mannheim, Stuttgart, Frankfurt, Worms, Ladenburg, etc.
- High ropes course
- Bowling
- Lasertag
- Gleamgolf
- Bike tours (bike not required)
- Hiking tours (e.g. to Telschickturm – an oberservation tower)

Junior - Free activities

Included in course programme.

Junior - Paid activities

-Cruises on the Neckar
-Walking tour through the alleys of the old town
-Visits to the zoo and the museum
-Visits to the Heidelberg Castle and/or Schwetzinger Castle
-Sport activities at the banks of the Neckar / Soccer tournament / Barbecue
-Trips to other German cities like Mannheim, Stuttgart, Frankfurt, Worms, Ladenburg, etc.
-High ropes course
-Bowling
-Lasertag and / or Gleamgold
-Bike tours (bike not required)
-Hiking tours (e.g. to Telschickturm – an observation tower)
Leisure programme for adults (sample):
Sample of activities
Sample of activities

Accommodation

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Apartment Most Popular Accommodation
Single room, No meals
In high demand!
3.0

Rating: 3.0/5.0
7 ratings
from
350 €
Homestay
Single room, Breakfast & 1 meal
This accommodation tends to sell out quickly!
Reserve as early as possible to get the best available homestay!
5.0

Rating: 5.0/5.0
2 ratings
from
280 €
Apartment
Double room (only for 2 people travelling together), No meals
3.0

Rating: 3.0/5.0
7 ratings
from
335 €
Bismarckplatz Dorm
Single room, No meals
2.8

Rating: 2.8/5.0
9 ratings
from
265 €
Bismarckplatz Dorm
Double room (only for 2 people travelling together), No meals
2.8

Rating: 2.8/5.0
9 ratings
from
215 €
Ziegelhausen Dorm
Single room, No meals
This accommodation tends to sell out quickly!
2.6

Rating: 2.6/5.0
5 ratings
from
220 €
Ziegelhausen Dorm
Double room (only for 2 people travelling together), No meals
2.6

Rating: 2.6/5.0
5 ratings
from
205 €

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Questions and answers about Alpha Aktiv

  • “Yes, the school also offers courses for dentists. They start 3 times a year and the language level must be at least B2. ”
    Vivika , Reservation Manager from Germany - Nov 16, 2022
  • “The price of the course depends on the type of course you choose (2, 4, 16 or 18 lessons/week) and the number of weeks you want to book. This information is available on the school's profile, and you can use the price calculator to get your price quote.”
    Rubén De Haro, LanguageCourse.Net - Apr 18, 2023

FAQ about Alpha Aktiv, Heidelberg

  • “This school requires full payment of fees before issuing admission letters for the visa. ”
    Madly Simba, Language Travel Consultant from LanguageCourse.Net - Feb 08, 2023
  • The accommodation Apartment is the most popular among all our clients of Alpha Aktiv
  • Yes. The school offers pickup from Frankfurt Airport (70 €), Frankfurt-Hahn Airport (70 €)
  • Depending on the chosen course, the maximum number of students at Alpha Aktiv varies from 12 students (Summer Youth Course) to 18 students (Intensive Course)
  • 100% of teachers at Alpha Aktiv hold a university degree. 100% hold a recognized language teaching certificate.
  • The highest Nationality percentage at Alpha Aktiv comes from China with a 8% representation, followed by students from Spain (7%) and Japan (6%).
  • Yes, there is an exclusive discount that only applies when booking online here.
  • Alpha Aktiv offers courses from 14 years (Summer Youth Course, 20 lessons per week) to 99. Average age is 17 during the summer and 19 for the rest of the year.

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