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Global Village HawaiiHonolulu, USA

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4.6

Rating: 4.6/5.0

Overall school rating of Global Village Hawaii, Honolulu
Ranked #1 of 7 English schools in Honolulu
School
Location of the school
4.9 

Rating: 4.9/5.0

Facilities
4.4 

Rating: 4.4/5.0

Social activities
4.5 

Rating: 4.5/5.0

Organisation
4.6 

Rating: 4.6/5.0

Course
Quality of teaching
4.1 

Rating: 4.1/5.0

Value for money
4.4 

Rating: 4.4/5.0

Accommodation
Homestay
4.7 

Rating: 4.7/5.0

Shared Flat (apartment)
3.7 

Rating: 3.7/5.0

Overall school rating by student age group
Students < 18 years
4.7 

Rating: 4.7/5.0

(3)
Students 18-30 years
4.5 

Rating: 4.5/5.0

(10)
Students 31-49 years
4.6 

Rating: 4.6/5.0

(5)
Students 50+ years
0.0 

Rating: 0.0/5.0

(0)
What we like about the school
  • Hawaii's only IELTS
  • Free hula lessons each week.
  • Best rated school in Honolulu
  • Top rated social activities (4.5/5.0)
  • Top rated school facilities (4.4/5.0)
What we dislike about the school
  • Older students should consider that the average age of students at this school is significantly younger than at most other schools.
How we create the points regarding what we like/dislike about a school

Location: Global Village (GV) Hawaii Honolulu is located on the island of Oahu's south shore, in Honolulu, Hawaii's capital city. The school is housed in the heart of Honolulu and is within walking distance of the Ala Moana Beach Park and Magic Island Lagoon. A favourite with locals, this is a great place to go walking, swimming, surfing, people watching, or picnicking. Another exciting attraction is Ala Moana Shopping Center, which is just across the street from Global Village Hawaii. The Center has three food courts, lots of world-class shopping and the main bus terminal to get students easily around town.

Course selection: GV Hawaii provides courses suitable to students of all levels and various ages, with many programmes tailored to include activities that are available locally. Such English plus programmes can include activities such as ukulele, surfing, yoga, fitness and hula! Exam preparation courses are also readily available throughout the year (FCE, CAE), as are Academic programmes (semester/year) and various junior and family courses. English Pro programmes are also available, combining group and private lessons to give students the benefits of both formats of lessons.

Organised activities: The school has a well selected social calendar for students to attend. These are generally planned in three month schedules, with sample calendars available for you to review. A list of potential activities include ukulele lessons, surf lessons, swimming with dolphins, hula lessons, shark cage diving, hiking and many more options.
  • The language school Global Village Hawaii was founded in Honolulu, USA in 2001.
  • Legal name / parent company: Global Education Systems LLC
  • Tax registration ID: 85-2004547
  • Abbreviated name of school: GV Honolulu
  • The school is an official exam center
    The following language examinations can be taken directly at the school:

English Courses

General Language
Junior
Private
Exam Preparation
Language Plus Activity

Information for all courses offered by Global Village Hawaii

Comments about courses

Study program change fee: USD 115.
Unaccompanied minor fee: USD 140.
Student ID: USD 5.
SEVIS Fee (non refundable): USD 350.
Letter of Acceptance: USD 500 deposit.
All activity fees are non-refundable for programs that have activities included.

Lesson duration
50 minutes
School's administrative fee
175.00 US$
Course material
Generally course material has to be purchased by the student. The costs of course material will be approximately 26 US$ per week.
Individual classes
Single individual lessons of tuition can be reserved at 95 US$. 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, 15 Jan 2024, 19 Feb 2024, 26 Mar 2024, 27 May 2024, 11 Jun 2024, 04 Jul 2024, 16 Aug 2024, 02 Sep 2024, 14 Oct 2024, 28 Nov 2024, 29 Nov 2024, 25 Dec 2024.
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 at the school on the first day of the course.

Lessons needed per English language level

Level (CEFR) LESSONS needed per level WEEKS needed
(20 lessons per week)
A1 Beginner A1 to A2 80 4
A2 Elementary A2 to B1 160 8
B1 Intermediate B1 to B2 180 9
B2 Higher Intermediate B2 to C1 200 10
C1 Advanced C1 to C2 220 11
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.

Our price includes

  • 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 Free consultation about suitable college/university programs by a qualified consultant
  • INCLUDED Paid assistance in finding flats for long-term students at 300US$
Note: All courses offered by Global Village Hawaii, Honolulu can be reserved online with LanguageCourse.Net at a lower price than what you pay when booking directly at the school or at the school's website. In case a course is not listed above, just let us know.

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  • Global Village Hawaii - Student Interviews4/10
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  • Global Village Hawaii - Summer Course7/10
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  • Reading
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  • Enjoying the outdoors
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  • Views from classroom
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  • Teacher
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  • Students surfing
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  • Playing instruments
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  • Facilities
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  • Group
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  • Activities
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  • Surf lesson
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Global Village Hawaii (GV)

Accreditations and Quality seals
AAIEPACCETIALCNAFSASEVPPreferential Terms in Case of Visa Refusal
English teacher qualifications
100% hold a university degree
90% hold a recognised language teaching qualification
Languages spoken by school staff (cannot be guaranteed by school)
First day of course
Written and oral level test is performed. Students should arrive at 8:00
Student gender mix
40% male / 60% female
Offer for returning students
You will be refunded/waived the school's administration fee If you already attended previously a course at Global Village Hawaii and you book here.
Payment methods accepted for payments made directly to the school
Visa - logoMastercard - logoAmerican Express - logoJCB - logoDiners Club - logoTravellers Check - logoBank Transfer - logo

General school facilities

  • Kitchen for student use

  • Microwave for student use

  • Fridge for student use

  • Snack vending machine

  • Drink vending machine

  • Lounge

  • Student support desk

  • Copy machine

  • Printer for student use

  • Video game console

  • Free water dispenser

  • Free WIFI

  • Smoking zones (outdoors)

  • Facilities for islamic students

    • Available area to pray at the school

  • Classroom equipment

    • TV in some classrooms

    • Air conditioning in all classrooms

    • Heating in some classrooms

    • Ample natural light in all classrooms

    Number of classrooms: 7
    Number of public PC workstations: 20
    Paid parking (<500m)

    Facilities for disabled students

    • Disabled car park

    • Wheelchair access to classroom

    • Accessible Toilet

    • Wheelchair access to reception

Student Age / Nationality

Average number of students
Adult courses - In summer: 125
Adult courses - Throughout the year: 85
Junior courses - In summer: 35
Junior courses - Throughout the year: 15
Minimum age of students
16 years
6 years for specific Junior courses
Average number of levels
Adult courses In summer: 8
Adult courses Throughout the year: 8
Junior courses In summer: 2
Junior courses Throughout the year: 2
Average age of students
In summer: 23 years
Throughout the year: 26 years

Top student nationalities

Age of students

Airport transfer

Daniel K. Inouye International Airport:
90 US$ one way
150 US$ return (both ways)
Best arrival airport is Honolulu International (HNL).
More information about airports around Honolulu and how to get from the airport to Honolulu on your own here on our Honolulu page.

Visa Documents

Nationals from USA do not require a visa for travelling to USA and attending a language course.
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
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
Basketball0.5 km
Cooking-
Dancing-
Diving2 km
Football (soccer)0.5 km
Golf5 km
Horse riding30 km
Mountainbiking-5 km
Music-
Sailing1 km
Swimming0.5 km
Tennis1 km
Volleyball1 km
Windsurfing16 km
Yoga-

Examples of leisure activities organized by the school

Adults - Free activities

Sports Day, Sunset Picnic, Scavenger Hunt, Sport Yoga.

Adults - Paid activities

The school has activities for students to explore and experience the city. These include Hiking, visiting the Gardens of Ho'omaluhia, learn the ukulele, visit a museum, surf lessons, sunset picnic, eat a luau, snorkeling, dolphin swim, circle island tour, skydiving, or ride a catamaran.
The prices are dependent on the activity.

Junior - Paid activities

Beach Day, Sport Day, Bishop Museum, Hula lesson, Discovery Center, Ukulele lesson, Surf lesson, Polynesian Cultural Center, Wet N Wild.

Accommodation

Ratings of Global Village Hawaii compared to ratings of all schools in USA

 Global Village Hawaii HonoluluAverage of all other schools in USA
Overall school rating4.6

Rating: 4.6/5.0

4.1

Rating: 4.1/5.0

Location of the school4.9

Rating: 4.9/5.0

4.8

Rating: 4.8/5.0

Facilities4.4

Rating: 4.4/5.0

3.8

Rating: 3.8/5.0

Social activities4.5

Rating: 4.5/5.0

3.8

Rating: 3.8/5.0

Organisation4.6

Rating: 4.6/5.0

4.1

Rating: 4.1/5.0

Quality of teaching4.1

Rating: 4.1/5.0

4.1

Rating: 4.1/5.0

Value for money4.4

Rating: 4.4/5.0

3.7

Rating: 3.7/5.0

Homestay4.0

Rating: 4.0/5.0

4.0

Rating: 4.0/5.0

Shared flat4.0

Rating: 4.0/5.0

3.9

Rating: 3.9/5.0

Student opinions about Global Village Hawaii, Honolulu

Liked
During the Business English course we had many conversations, presentations and some interesting projects.
Insider tips about what future students should not miss School activity: Catamaran Tour
Overall rating
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Value for money
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

City/place
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Facilities (library, classrooms)
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Quality of teaching / language progress
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

School organization
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Social activities
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Course: Business English Program - 20 lesson/week - 3 weeks
11. Mar. 2013
Liked
The way how they deal with the students. The atmosphere.
Overall rating
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Value for money
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

City/place
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Facilities (library, classrooms)
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Quality of teaching / language progress
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

School organization
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Social activities
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Homestay Executive
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Course: Business English Program - 20 lesson/week - 3 weeks
11. Mar. 2013
Liked
Teachers, friendly, activities, practice.
Overall rating
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Value for money
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

City/place
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Facilities (library, classrooms)
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Quality of teaching / language progress
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

School organization
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Social activities
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Homestay (13-17 / 60+).
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Other comments It would be better with closer homes.
Course: General English Program 20 [English] - 4 weeks
12. Feb. 2019
Liked
Attitude and understanding.
Insider tips about what future students should not miss Have a significant vocabulary to work more on pronunciation
Overall rating
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Value for money
City/place
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Facilities (library, classrooms)
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Quality of teaching / language progress
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

School organization
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Social activities
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Other comments I liked that they give you a language certificate and there is an opportunity to pass evaluation tests.
Course: General English Program 16 - 2 weeks
29. Oct. 2018
Liked
After school activities.
Overall rating
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Value for money
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

City/place
3.0

Rating: 3/5.0

Facilities (library, classrooms)
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Quality of teaching / language progress
2.0

Rating: 2/5.0

School organization
2.0

Rating: 2/5.0

Social activities
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

GVH Economy Residence (Kaimuki)
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Quality of teaching / language progress: I didn't like the fact that we repeated some stuff during lessons only because we changed teacher. I had a teacher who wasn't really motivated an I didn't learn much. On the other hand I had one that was really good and brought up really interesting topics! Fortunately he was there!
Other comments I really appreciated the help of Sabine which was my direct reference person and helped me apply for the school.
Course: English + Surfing 20 [Englisch] - 4 weeks
13. Aug. 2019
Liked
Nice, friendly
Insider tips about what future students should not miss Skydiving
Overall rating
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Value for money
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

City/place
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Facilities (library, classrooms)
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Quality of teaching / language progress
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

School organization
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Social activities
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

GV Residence (Kapiolani)
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Course: English + Surfing 16 [Englisch] - 2 weeks
13. May. 2018

Student Testimonial Videos

Note: The video testimonials of students from Global Village Hawaii have been provided by the school and schools do not usually publish negative testimonials. For uncensored reviews read what our students report about their stay at Global Village Hawaii.

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1440 Kapiolani Blvd., Suite 1100 - 96814 Honolulu
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Questions and answers about Global Village Hawaii

  • Your payment to Languagecourse.Net can be paid via PayPal. Global Village Hawaii does not accept PayPal as a payment method but a link for payment via credit card is made available.
    Fraser Provan , LanguageCourse.Net - Nov 24, 2022
  • You need at least B2 to participate in the FCE exam preparation course. It is best to take a language test so you know exactly where you stand now. As soon as you know if you want to study with this school, let me know and I will check for you.
    Robin Rebecca Pietersma, LanguageCourse.Net - Nov 30, 2022
  • Yes, Global Village Hawaii is also an exam center.
    Robin Rebecca Pietersma, LanguageCourse.Net - Nov 30, 2022
  • The school works with studios and residences that have single rooms with private bathrooms. If you let us know when you want to travel to Honolulu, we can check availability.
    Rubén De Haro, LanguageCourse.Net - Apr 26, 2023

FAQ about Global Village Hawaii,

  • English courses at Global Village Hawaii start at 265 US$ for Academic Year Programme course with 25 lessons per week. When booking here you benefit from an exclusive discount.
  • The accommodation Homestay (13-17/60+). is the most popular among all our clients of Global Village
  • Yes. The school offers pickup from Daniel K. Inouye International Airport (90 US$)
  • Depending on the chosen course, the maximum number of students at Global Village varies from 3 students (Semi-Private Lessons) to 20 students (Cambridge Teen Learners of English (TLE))
  • 100% of teachers at Global Village Hawaii hold a university degree. 90% hold a recognized language teaching certificate.
  • The highest Nationality percentage at Global Village Hawaii comes from Japan with a 39% representation, followed by students from Switzerland (26%) and Korea (11%).
  • Yes, there is an exclusive discount that only applies when booking online here.
  • Global Village Hawaii offers courses from 5 years to 99. Average age is 23 during the summer and 26 for the rest of the year.

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