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GAELA Associations GAELA Associations represent the best language centres in the following countries. Follow the links below to find out more about each Association and their member centres. | Return to list of associations | IALC | | Member colleges in: | Argentina, Austria, Australia, Brazil, Canada, Chile, China, Costa Rica, Ecuador, England, France, Germany, Ireland, Italy, Japan, Malta, Mexico, New Zealand, Portugal, Russia, Scotland, South Africa, Spain, USA | | Number of members: | 110 | | Year founded: | 1983 | | Member profile: | IALC is an association of leading independent language schools that teach the official language(s) of their country to students from overseas. They are located in major cities, historic towns and beautiful coastal resorts around the world. Our member schools are regularly inspected and accredited and must also demonstrate continuous improvement. In countries where there is a recognised national accreditation, we expect our members to hold that accreditation, and in countries where there is no national accreditation, we provide language learners with schools that meet strict quality and professional standards. | | Special features: | - independent, boutique language schools – single-centre and family-run small chains
- accredited schools in countries where no national scheme exists.
- quality measured through minimum standards plus continuous improvement
- code of ethics and complaints procedure
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T: +44 (0)1227 769007 F: +44 (0)1227 769014
IALC, Lombard House, 12-17 Upper Bridge Street, Canterbury CT1 2NF, United Kingdom
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GAELA meetings are also attended by other stakeholders who have an interest in supporting GAELA’s aims. Follow the links below to find out more about these organisations. |