
English Language School, San Francisco, USA
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General Information on English Language School
The language school English Language School was founded in San Francisco, USA in 1992. The San Fransisco center is in the heart of the financial district, only minutes from the exiting Embarcadero Center, with its many shops, restaurants and cafes.
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Computer lab, Free Internet and e-mail access, 15 computers available for students: 8:30am to 5pm; 5 Lap Top access links, Wireless access throughout school, Rooms and facilities accessible to wheelchairs, disabled and visually impaired, 12 fully equipped classrooms, large atrium-style student lounge with full-equipped kitchen and ping pong facilities, Student phone, Private, silent study area: library, TV, VCR and listening facilities.
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Airport transfer
Best arrival airport is San Francisco international. It takes 45 minutes by transfer to school.
2.1. Language School English Language School in figures
| Average no. of students: | Adult courses in summer: 200 Adult courses throughout the year: 100 | |
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| Average no. of levels: | in summer: 6 throughout the year: 6 | |
| English teacher qualifications: | 100 % hold a university degree 100 % hold a recognised language teaching qualification | |
| Facilities for disabled students: | yes | |
| Average age of students: | in summer: 21 years throughout the year: 23 years | |
| Minimum age of students: | 16 years | |
| Student nationalities: | Brazil 15 % Germany 5 % France 8 % | Italy 5 % Japan 25 % Korea 25 % Switzerland 10 % Spain 5 % |
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Show details of all courses | Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | [+]![]() |
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| Price in US $ | 361 | 722 | 1083 | 1444 | 1805 | 2166 | 2760 | 3450 | 4020 | 335 |
| 20 general lessons + 8 elective lessons per week. There are 3 types of electives available: language building, exam skills and special interest. Electives are tailored to your own level of English. For courses lasting 20-29 weeks, price is 299 USD/week. For courses lasting 30-39 weeks, price is 288 USD/week. For courses lasting 40+ weeks, price is 283 USD/week. | ||||||||||
| Starting dates: | Every Monday | |||||||||
| General course schedule | Morning: 9:00 - 12:40 Afternoon: 13:00 - 16:40 | |||||||||
Required minimum language level | Elementary (A2) | |||||||||
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| Price in US $ | 286 | 572 | 858 | 1144 | 1430 | 1716 | 2208 | 2760 | 3192 | 266 |
| For courses lasting 20-29 weeks, price is 255 USD/week. For courses lasting 30-39 weeks, price is 249 USD/week. For courses lasting 40+ weeks, price is 239 USD/week. | ||||||||||
| Starting dates: | Every Monday | |||||||||
| General course schedule | Morning: 9:00 - 12:40 Afternoon: 13:00 - 16:40 | |||||||||
Required minimum language level | Elementary (A2) | |||||||||
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | [+]![]() |
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| Price in US $ | 286 | 572 | 858 | 1144 | 1430 | 1716 | 2208 | 2760 | 3192 | -- |
| Maximum duration: 12 weeks. It includes the same content as the Standard course. Lessons held from Monday to Thursday, with optional Friday lessons. Eligible for the Visa Waiver Programme. | ||||||||||
| Starting dates: | Every Monday | |||||||||
Required minimum language level | Beginner (A1) - No previous knowledge required | |||||||||
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | [+]![]() |
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| Price in US $ | 567 | 1134 | 1701 | 2268 | 2835 | 3402 | 4536 | 5670 | 6804 | 567 |
| These lessons must be taken in combination with a group course. | ||||||||||
| Starting dates: | Every Monday | |||||||||
| General course schedule | Afternoon: 17:00 - 18:30 | |||||||||
Required minimum language level | Lower intermediate (B1) | |||||||||
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | [+]![]() |
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| Price in US $ | 1075 | 2150 | 3225 | 4300 | 5375 | 6450 | 8600 | 10750 | 12900 | 1075 |
| Price includes full board residential accommodation (shared rooms), a full excursion and activity program (including one full day and minimum one half day trip per week), learning materials (on loan), end of course report and certificate and 24-hour emergency assistance. | ||||||||||
| Starting dates: | 2010: Every Monday 07.Jun.2010, 14.Jun.2010, 21.Jun.2010, 28.Jun.2010, 05.Jul.2010, 12.Jul.2010, 19.Jul.2010, 26.Jul.2010, 02.Aug.2010, 09.Aug.2010, 16.Sep.2010, 15.Sep.2010 | |||||||||
Required minimum language level | Beginner (A1) - No previous knowledge required | |||||||||
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | [+]![]() |
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| Price in US $ | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | 225 |
| Fixed duration: 33 weeks. Price: 7440 USD. Course includes: Three 11 week terms, vacation between each term, termly assessment and full written academic report, university counselling and support, diploma of English on successful completion. Intensive version (28 lessons/week) available for 8410 USD. | ||||||||||
| Starting dates: | 2010: 04.Jan.2010, 05.Apr.2010, 05.Jul.2010, 27.Sep.2010 | |||||||||
Required minimum language level | Elementary (A2) | |||||||||
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | [+]![]() |
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| Price in US $ | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | 232 |
| Fixed course duration: 22 weeks. Price: 5100 USD. Course includes: Two 11 week terms, vacation between each term, termly assessment and full written academic report, university counselling and support, diploma of English on successful completion. Intensive version (28 lessons/week) available for 5980 USD. | ||||||||||
| Starting dates: | 2010: 04.Jan.2010, 05.Apr.2010, 05.Jul.2010, 27.Sep.2010 | |||||||||
Required minimum language level | Elementary (A2) | |||||||||
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | [+]![]() |
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| Price in US $ | 361 | 722 | 1083 | 1444 | 1805 | 2166 | 2760 | 3450 | 4020 | -- |
| 20 general lessons + 8 business lessons per week. Maximum duration: 12 weeks. | ||||||||||
| Starting dates: | Every Monday | |||||||||
Required minimum language level | Lower intermediate (B1) | |||||||||
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | [+]![]() |
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| Price in US $ | -- | -- | -- | 1444 | 1805 | 2166 | 2888 | 3610 | 4332 | 361 |
| Minimum duration: 4 weeks. 20 exam preparation lessons + 8 elective lessons per week. Exam fee of 170 USD (not included). | ||||||||||
| Starting dates: | Every Monday | |||||||||
Required minimum language level | Lower intermediate (B1) | |||||||||
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | [+]![]() |
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| Price in US $ | -- | -- | -- | 1444 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- |
| Fixed duration: 4 weeks. 20 general English lessons + 8 exam preparation lessons per week. Exam fee of 75 USD (not included). | ||||||||||
| Starting dates: | Every Monday | |||||||||
Required minimum language level | Lower intermediate (B1) | |||||||||
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | [+]![]() |
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| Price in US $ | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | 3450 | 4020 | -- |
| General English lessons + 8 exam preparation lessons per week. Exam fee of 422 USD (not included). | ||||||||||
| Starting dates: | 2010: 04.Jan.2010, 22.Mar.2010, 13.Sep.2010 | |||||||||
Required minimum language level | Upper intermediate (B2) | |||||||||
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | [+]![]() |
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| Price in US $ | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | 4020 | -- |
| January course start is 9 weeks only: $3105. 20 general English lessons + 8 exam preparation lessons per week. Exam fee of 422 USD (not included). | ||||||||||
| Starting dates: | 2010: 04.Jan.2010, 22.Mar.2010, 13.Sep.2010 | |||||||||
Required minimum language level | Advanced (C1) | |||||||||
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| Note: All courses offered by English Language School, San Francisco can be booked online with LanguageCourse.net. In case a course is not listed above, just mention the course description in the comment field of the online registration form. | |
| Lesson duration (minutes): | 50 minutes |
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School's administrative fee: | 149.00 US $ |
| Exams offered: | TOEFL , TOEIC |
| School closed: | In 2010 (including national and regional bank holidays): 01.Jan.2010, 18.Jan.2010, 15.Feb.2010, 31.May.2010, 06.Sep.2010, 11.Oct.2010, 25.Nov.2010, 04.Jul.2010, 11.Nov.2010, 25.Dec.2010, 05.Jul.2010, 26.Nov.2010, 24.Dec.2010, 31.Dec.2010 |
| Languages spoken by school staff (cannot be guaranteed by school): | English |
| Comments about courses: | Lessons may take place in the morning AND/OR afternoon. Class timetables are subject to change. |
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| Price in US $ | 275 | -- | -- | -- | 275 | |
| Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday Price for 20+ weeks: 190 USD/week. Distance from school: 20 minutes walking Includes: Access to laundry service, Half board, Shared bathroom. Room Occupancy: Double room. Price extra night: 69 US $ Only weekend extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price. | ||||||
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| Price in US $ | 330 | 660 | 990 | 1320 | 330 | |
| Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday Price for 20+ weeks: 315 USD/week. Distance from school: 60 minutes by public transport Includes: Access to laundry service, Half board, Shared bathroom. Room Occupancy: Single room. Price extra night: 90 US $ Only weekend extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price. | ||||||
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| Price in US $ | 270 | 540 | 810 | 1080 | 270 | |
| Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday Price for 20+ weeks: 255 USD/week. Distance from school: 60 minutes by public transport Includes: Access to laundry service, Half board, Shared bathroom. Room Occupancy: Double room. Price extra night: 70 US $ Only weekend extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price. | ||||||
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| Comment | *Students are expected to arrive and depart on a weekend day. |
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| Max. 1 student of each nationality possible? | yes |
| Single room | on request |
| Optional airport transfer: | San Francisco International: for 136 US $ (one way) |
| Leisure activities: | activity possible | course possible | organized by school | distance from school |
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| Dancing | 5 km | |||
| Golf | 20 km | |||
| Horse riding | 20 km | |||
| Mountainbiking | 50 km | |||
| Music | 5 km | |||
| Sailing | 10 km | |||
| Skiing | 45 km | |||
| Tennis | 5 km | |||
| Volleyball | 10 km | |||
| Windsurfing | 10 km |
| No. of reviews: | 18 |
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| Overall rating | 3.9/5.0 (Details) |
| City | 4.7/5.0 |
| Organisation | 3.9/5.0 |
| Facilities | 3.9/5.0 |
| Social activities | 3.9/5.0 |
| Course Quality / Progress in language | 3.9/5.0 |
| Value for money | 3.5/5.0 |
| Accommodation | |
| Host Family | 3.6/5.0 |
| Shared flat (apartment) | 3.2/5.0 |
| Other | 3.5/5.0 |
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