EC EnglishSan Francisco, USA
- Right in the centre of Downtown
- Free language workshops.
- Electronic whiteboards in all classrooms.
- Lessons are 45 minutes long, which is shorter than in other schools.
- School currently has special offers.Details
Location: EC English San Francisco is located in the vibrant city of San Francisco, California, USA. Housed in the heart of Downtown, just off Market Street and a short walk from Union Square, EC San Francisco offers students a fantastic opportunity to discover the beauty and attractions of this unique city. The school is surrounded by eateries, cafés, supermarkets, shopping malls and multiple attractions, ensuring that students have all they need to find comfort in the city within easy reach. Such attractions as the Dragons Gate, the Transamerica Pyramid, Chinatown, the San Francisco Museum of Modern Art and the Ferry Building are all within walking distance of the school. Trips to the Golden Gate Bridge, the Painted Ladies, Golden Gate Park, in addition to the several beaches of the area, are easily accessible via the underground, only moments' walk from the school's front doors. San Francisco International Airport is within a 20-minute taxi ride of the school, ensuring that all international arrivals and departures can be made with ease.
School facilities: The school's facilities offer everything adult students may need to reach their language goals, from a motivating and friendly environment. Facilities include an on-site cafeteria, a library, lounge area and WIFI throughout the premises. All classrooms are bright, spacious and equipped with electronic whiteboards, creating an optimal learning environment.
Accommodation: EC San Francisco can assist with accommodation in various Homestay, Residence and Aparthotel facilities local to the school. Meal plans and double room facilities for students travelling together are also available.
School chain: EC English Schools are all part of the larger group of EC Holdings Ltd. As a group, they have pushed boundaries within English tuition, for all levels and age groups, for many years. The group consists of multiple schools, spread throughout locations such as the USA, UK, Ireland, Canada, Malta, South Africa, Australia and New Zealand.
The "EC Promise" is true throughout all EC locations, promising students that their English level will improve if they follow the 3 steps of attendance, homework and participation. The group ensures that all students will receive a friendly atmosphere to learn in, high-quality tuition and care, a varied social programme to accompany their learning, and appropriate facilities to reach their language goals.
- The language school EC English was founded in San Francisco, USA in 2010.
- Tax registration ID: 27-0971682
- Abbreviated name of school: EC San Francisco
English Courses
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 23 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in US$ | |||||||||||
| Price at school Our price | 595 566 | 1190 1131 | 1785 1696 | 2380 2261 | 2975 2827 | 3570 3392 | 4165 3957 | 4760 4522 | 5950 5653 | 6540 6213 | 12535 11909 |
Discount is not calculated automatically but will be applied later.
This course consists of 20 general English lessons and 10 special focus lessons per week. The student can choose from the following options: speaking with confidence, real-life listening, expand your vocabulary, and global awareness.
Core and Special Focus classes from Monday to Friday.
During the General English 30 course you will improve at a quicker pace. A combination of General English and a selection of specially focused classes will allow you to gain greater fluency and accuracy more quickly.
What can you expect on this course?
- More Exposure to English
Extra exposure to English in the classroom will help you to think in English, cutting down on time spent translating from your own language into English.
- Core English Plus Your Choice of Special Focus
It’s your English course, so you get to decide what you want to study! You can choose from a number of options and focus on the areas of English that you want to improve. This will definitely help you make the most of your time on your English course.
- Maximum Teacher Contact Time
More time with your teachers will help you to become more confident with your English. All lessons are creative and energising, allowing you to feel more self-assured.
- Intensive Focus on All Skills
More time in class will allow you to focus on the key skill areas of reading, writing, speaking and listening, which will further develop fluency and accuracy through grammar, vocabulary and pronunciation.
- Topic-Based lessons in Everyday Contexts
With web articles, music, video and other authentic resources, teachers use ‘real-life’ materials that not only help you to understand how English is used by native speakers, but also help you to study English independently, long after you have left EC. Every lesson is based on a topic. The English you need to know is taught within the context of the topic. You will then be able to apply your newfound skills correctly in other situations.
- A Focused and Relaxed Classroom Environment
Happy students learn better than unhappy ones! That’s not a secret, but it’s something that EC strongly believes. And so classrooms are places where hard work is carried out in informal and relaxed settings. Your ability and motivation will improve in a classroom with a great atmosphere.
High season dates 01 Jul 2024 - 30 Aug 2024
Morning: 9:00 - 10:30
Afternoon: 11:00 - 14:10
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 23 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in US$ | |||||||||||
| Price at school Our price | 525 499 | 1050 998 | 1575 1497 | 2100 1995 | 2625 2494 | 3150 2993 | 3675 3492 | 4200 3990 | 5250 4988 | 5640 5358 | 10810 10270 |
Discount is not calculated automatically but will be applied later.
This course consists of 20 general English lessons and 4 special focus lessons per week. The student can choose from the following options: speaking with confidence, real-life listening, expand your vocabulary, and global awareness.
Core Classes from Monday to Friday and Special Focus Classes on Tuesday and Thursday.
What can you expect on this course?
Real English
Our tried and tested formula for teaching English trains you in how to use the ‘real’ English you need to communicate effectively in an English speaking environment. Teachers take themes from textbooks and bring them to life in the classroom. You will learn the English that native English speakers really use and how and when to use it. We will focus on your overall level of English by showing you how to better use the English you already have, and then introducing you to new forms and patterns that will help to further your English ability.
Improve Your Fluency
While you develop a better understanding of English with EC, you will notice that your ability to communicate in English becomes more natural. Accessing the words you want to use becomes easier and so does your ability to listen and understand quickly. As you start thinking more in English (and using your new English skills) you will notice the changes in your level of fluency.
Topic-Based Lessons
At EC, we teach a range of topic-based lessons. Each lesson is accompanied by the language you need in order to effectively talk about the topic. This means the English skills you learn are taught within an easy to understand framework; the topics serve as clear and easy to follow examples. You can then work on applying your new skills simply, naturally and with great effect.
Support
Your teachers will provide the support and guidance you need to improve your English. Individual focus on your progress will be provided throughout your course. Teachers provide feedback, error correction and helpful instruction on all areas of your English.
Great Classroom Atmosphere
To create a good classroom environment, our teachers make sure their classrooms have positive atmospheres. Classes have a warm, supportive environment which help you to develop confidence in participating in all activities.
Authentic Materials
The benefit of having quality lesson plans and related curriculum resources to use in class is that it allows our teachers more time to focus on what’s most important – teaching you! You can expect supplementary materials to be used alongside textbooks to perfectly complement your lessons.
Learn by Doing
One of the best ways to learn how to do something is to do it. English language success is achieved through practise, self-perfection and appropriate modifications. You will have the chance to be actively involved in all activities in your class!
High season dates 01 Jul 2024 - 30 Aug 2024
Morning: 9:00 - 10:30
Afternoon: 11:00 - 14:10
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 23 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in US$ | |||||||||||
| Price at school Our price | 465 442 | 930 884 | 1395 1326 | 1860 1767 | 2325 2209 | 2790 2651 | 3255 3093 | 3720 3534 | 4650 4418 | 5340 5073 | 10235 9724 |
Discount is not calculated automatically but will be applied later.
The EC English General Course is designed to help you achieve your goals, and their San Francisco location could be ideal for the prospective student looking for a balanced approach that covers all the fundamental language skills: Reading, Listening, Writing, and Speaking.
Whether you want to learn English to improve your employability, your performance in your current job, or attend university, this course will give you the tools to feel confident in a wide variety of English situations.
Every student will be placed in a group that corresponds with their current level of English, meaning that they are appropriately challenged throughout the duration of the course. With EC San Francisco being attended by a diverse range of nationalities, you’ll be able to make friends with plenty of different backgrounds during your time here.
On the General English course, you attend a core of 20 lessons per week, which will give you a practical understanding of the English language and take you all the way to fluency. Your confidence will improve as we train you in all four communication skills: speaking, listening, reading and writing.
High season dates 01 Jul 2024 - 30 Aug 2024
Morning: 11:00 - 14:10
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 23 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in US$ | |||||||||||
| Price at school Our price | 540 513 | 1080 1026 | 1620 1539 | 2160 2052 | 2700 2565 | 3240 3078 | 3780 3591 | 4320 4104 | 5400 5130 | 5940 5643 | 11385 10816 |
Discount is not calculated automatically but will be applied later.
What can you expect on this course?
Real English
EC's tried and tested formula for teaching English trains you in how to use the ‘real’ English you need to communicate effectively in an English speaking environment. Teachers take themes from textbooks and bring them to life in the classroom. You will learn the English that native English speakers really use and how and when to use it. We will focus on your overall level of English by showing you how to better use the English you already have, and then introducing you to new forms and patterns that will help to further your English ability.
Improve Your Fluency
While you develop a better understanding of English with EC, you will notice that your ability to communicate in English becomes more natural. Accessing the words you want to use becomes easier and so does your ability to listen and understand quickly. As you start thinking more in English (and using your new English skills) you will notice the changes in your level of fluency.
Topic-Based Lessons
At EC, we teach a range of topic-based lessons. Each lesson is accompanied by the language you need in order to effectively talk about the topic. This means the English skills you learn are taught within an easy to understand framework; the topics serve as clear and easy to follow examples. You can then work on applying your new skills simply, naturally and with great effect.
Support
Your teachers will provide the support and guidance you need to improve your English. Individual focus on your progress will be provided throughout your course. Teachers provide feedback, error correction and helpful instruction on all areas of your English.
Great Classroom Atmosphere
To create a good classroom environment, our teachers make sure their classrooms have positive atmospheres. Classes have a warm, supportive environment which help you to develop confidence in participating in all activities.
Authentic Materials
The benefit of having quality lesson plans and related curriculum resources to use in class is that it allows our teachers more time to focus on what’s most important – teaching you! You can expect supplementary materials to be used alongside textbooks to perfectly complement your lessons.
Learn by Doing
One of the best ways to learn how to do something is to do it. English language success is achieved through practise, self-perfection and appropriate modifications. You will have the chance to be actively involved in all activities in your class!
High season dates 01 Jul 2024 - 30 Aug 2024
Morning: 9:00 - 10:30
Afternoon: 11:00 - 14:10
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 23 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in US$ | |||||||||||
| Price at school Our price | 775 737 | 1550 1473 | 2325 2209 | 3100 2945 | 3875 3682 | 4650 4418 | 5425 5154 | 6200 5890 | 7750 7363 | 9060 8607 | 17365 16497 |
Discount is not calculated automatically but will be applied later.
This course allows students to focus on their specific language needs.
Students can book additional one-to-one lessons for USD 155 each.
Book One-to-One sessions or add them to any EC course, and maximise your progress through private lessons. With individual attention, these sessions are 100% focused on your requirements and designed by your teachers to match your specific needs.
What can you expect on this course?
Individual focus
No distraction: just you and your teacher. Your lessons will be designed to fit your needs exactly and in this nurturing, supportive environment you will receive your teacher’s undivided attention, as well as feedback, encouragement and motivation.
Maximum flexibility
From helping you understand the grammar point that has always confused you to learning English specifically for the trip you are planning, the flexibility and expertise of our teachers allow you to choose the English that you want to learn.
Tailored to your needs
Continuous monitoring from your teachers enables them to identify the areas you specifically need to work on in order to progress. Together with your teachers you will address your weak points and work to strengthen them.
A nurturing environment
It’s easy for you to relax and learn in our friendly classroom environment. You don’t have to feel nervous about talking in front of classmates. This is a great opportunity to become more confident.
Combine with a group course
Take advantage of the interaction found on a group course and the personal attention of One-to-One classes. You may combine One-to-One lessons with a group course for a well-balanced approach to achieving your English goals.
High season dates 01 Jul 2024 - 30 Aug 2024
Morning: 10:05 - 14:10
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 24 | 36 | 48 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in US$ | |||||||||||
| Price at school Our price | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | 10440 9918 | 15660 14877 | 20880 19836 |
Discount is not calculated automatically but will be applied later.
This course is designed to help develop fluency and accuracy across all the 4 core language skills. There are a wide variety of extras to maximise your practice time, with activities including lectures, a pronunciation clinic, conversation class, and a reading workshop.
Core Classes from Monday to Friday and Special Focus Classes on Tuesday and Thursday.
Your journey on the road to fluency starts from your very first day.
From classroom activities to homework, everything has been curated for your maximum result, with regular assessments and detailed analyses of the gaps in your knowledge.
You will also have all the support and resources you need to improve on your weaker areas and help you succeed. Your teachers and your digital learning companion, MyEC, will be with you every step of the way.
Morning: 11:00 - 14:10
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 24 | 36 | 48 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in US$ | |||||||||||
| Price at school Our price | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | 11160 10602 | 16740 15903 | 22320 21204 |
Discount is not calculated automatically but will be applied later.
Your journey on the road to fluency starts from your very first day.
From classroom activities to homework, everything has been curated for your maximum result, with regular assessments and detailed analyses of the gaps in your knowledge.
You will also have all the support and resources you need to improve on your weaker areas and help you succeed. Your teachers and your digital learning companion, MyEC, will be with you every step of the way.
Morning: 9:00 - 10:30
Afternoon: 11:00 - 14:10
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 24 | 36 | 48 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in US$ | |||||||||||
| Price at school Our price | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | 11520 10944 | 17280 16416 | 23040 21888 |
Discount is not calculated automatically but will be applied later.
This course is designed to help develop fluency and accuracy across all the 4 core language skills. There are a wide variety of extras to maximise your practice time, with activities including lectures, a pronunciation clinic, conversation class, and a reading workshop.
Core and Special Focus classes from Monday to Friday.
Your journey on the road to fluency starts from your very first day.
From classroom activities to homework, everything has been curated for your maximum result, with regular assessments and detailed analyses of the gaps in your knowledge.
You will also have all the support and resources you need to improve on your weaker areas and help you succeed. Your teachers and your digital learning companion, MyEC, will be with you every step of the way.
Morning: 9:00 - 10:30
Afternoon: 11:00 - 14:10
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 23 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in US$ | |||||||||||
| Price at school Our price | -- | -- | -- | 2985 2836 | 3450 3278 | 3915 3720 | 4380 4161 | 4845 4603 | 5775 5487 | 6400 6080 | 11295 10731 |
Discount is not calculated automatically but will be applied later.
Virtual Internships offer remote internships to students in a variety of fields, including business, engineering, marketing – in 150 countries. The programme allows students to work remotely with companies from around the world, gaining practical experience, country and company cultural insights and valuable skills.
EC Language Centres has always placed a strong emphasis on immersive language learning and study abroad experiences. By partnering with Virtual Internships, EC Language Centres can provide their students with an extension to their language learning programmes – an opportunity to gain real-world work experience in a global setting. They are guaranteed an internship match, regardless of their background, major, location, or desired career field.
Together, EC helps them reach their language goals and the chance to take a step up the career ladder. The project-based experiences ensure complete a series of significant and real-world projects for their host companies – and that students aren’t spending their internship making coffee!
High season dates 01 Jul 2024 - 30 Aug 2024
Morning: 9:00 - 10:30
Afternoon: 11:00 - 14:10
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 12 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in US$ | |||||||||||
| Price at school Our price | 525 499 | 1050 998 | 1575 1497 | 2100 1995 | 2625 2494 | 3150 2993 | 3675 3492 | 4200 3990 | 4725 4489 | 5250 4988 | 5640 5358 |
Discount is not calculated automatically but will be applied later.
This course includes general English lessons and English for work lessons. These lessons focus on teaching the student skills for working in an English-speaking environment. This includes negotiations, management, HR, branding, promotional strategies, project management, business ethics, giving presentations and preparing for interviews. There will be assessments throughout the course which take place both in the classroom and through assignments. Additionally there will be 5 weekly progress tests, 5 weekly tutorials and progress reports, and an exit test.
Get ready to start the career you’ve been dreaming about by building your confidence and professional correspondence skills with business English. For your special focus lessons you will work on language to participate in meetings, write emails and communicate confidently.
Lesson topics will cover negotiating, management and HR, branding and promotional strategies, project management, business ethics, workplace, giving presentations and preparing for interviews.
High season dates 01 Jul 2024 - 30 Aug 2024
Morning: 9:00 - 10:30
Afternoon: 11:00 - 14:10
Information for all courses offered by EC English
Students under 18 must book homestay, a return airport transfer and provide a parental consent form. Minors traveling with parents are exempt from these requirements.
High season supplement not applicable to bookings longer than 12 weeks.
Additional fees:
- Student insurance (optional) up to 69 years of age: USD 25 per week.
- Bank transfer fee: USD 35.
- Course material is USD 12 per week (maximum USD 96).
- US Priority International Mail: 40 USD.
Students who want to book one-to-one lessons need to book a minimum of two and a maximum of 10 per week in conjunction with a group course.
Classes take place in the morning. The exact schedule will vary depending on season and course booked.
01 Jan 2024, 15 Jan 2024, 19 Feb 2024, 01 Apr 2024, 27 May 2024, 19 Jun 2024, 04 Jul 2024, 02 Sep 2024, 14 Oct 2024, 11 Nov 2024, 28 Nov 2024, 29 Nov 2024, 25 Dec 2024.
Lessons needed per English language level
Our price includes
- 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
EC English (EC)
General school facilities
Cafeteria
Library
Lounge
Free WIFI
Classroom equipment
Electronic whiteboard in all classrooms
Number of classrooms:
7Number of public PC workstations:
23Paid parking (<500m)
Facilities for disabled students
Wheelchair access to classroom
Wheelchair access to reception
Student Age / Nationality
Top student nationalities
Age of students
Airport transfer
300 US$ return (both ways)
Visa Documents
Leisure activities
| activity possible | distance from school | |
|---|---|---|
| Ballet | | - |
| Baseball | | - |
| Basketball | | - |
| Cooking | | - |
| Dancing | | 1 km |
| Diving | | 5 km |
| Football (soccer) | | - |
| Golf | | 8 km |
| Horse riding | | 25 km |
| Mountainbiking | | 25 km |
| Music | | 1 km |
| Sailing | | 2 km |
| Skiing | | 275 km |
| Squash | | 1 km |
| Swimming | | - |
| Tennis | | 5 km |
| Volleyball | | 5 km |
| Windsurfing | | 5 km |
| Yoga | | - |
Examples of leisure activities organized by the school
Adults - Free activities
- Pronunciation Class
- Neirgborhood Walk
- School BBQ
Adults - Paid activities
- Napa Day Trip
- Yosemite Overnight Trip
- Baseball Games
Accommodation
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week | One-time fee (charged by school) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in US$ | 420 | 840 | 1260 | 1680 | 2100 | 2520 | 2940 | 3360 | 4200 | 5040 | 420 | 95 |
Prices based on accommodation from Saturday to Saturday
Price per person
Description of Local Area
San Francisco is a vibrant and diverse city of 800,000 inhabitants. People of many different ethnicities live in the Bay Area, and our host families reflect this diversity. Host families can include single people, couples, single-parent families, and families with multiple generations living in one home. Many of our host families are of Filipino descent, and their family-oriented culture means that they treat the students they host as part of their own family. All host families are English speaking and are eager to share the diversity of San Francisco with international visitors.
Host families can be located in the residential neighborhoods in the southwestern part of San Francisco, but most are located in the adjacent towns of Daly City, South San Francisco, and Pacifica. Some of the San Francisco neighborhoods where host families live include: Glen Park, Mission Terrace, Excelsior, Bernal Heights, Portola, the Outer Mission, the Outer Richmond, and the Outer Sunset.
Description of Accommodation
Staying with a local family is a great way to immerse oneself into American culture. This interaction with a family helps students communicate and practice their English in a more relaxed environment whilst also exposing themselves to new experiences – be it lifestyle, local food or simple day to day routines.
Most homes are single family or 2 family homes. The latter is usually two floors with one home on one floor and one on the other. Students are placed in a single or twin room. Each room is furnished with a bed, desk, dresser and closet, while some rooms have TVs and other amenities. It is important that rooms and living areas are kept neat and tidy. Students also have access to a shared bathroom.
Bed linen and towels are provided by the host family. Some San Francisco families do not have a washing machine in their home and use the services of a laundromat – this information will be included in the host family profile. In cases where families have a washing machine, students can use the laundry facilities although the number of washes per week remains at the discretion of each family.
Journey to school
The typical commute from a homestay to school is 45 – 60 minutes by public transportation. Times are approximate. San Francisco’s transport system is run by MUNI, which operates in San Francisco only, and BART, which is regional. If students are staying in South San Francisco, Daly City, or Pacifica they will need to pay regular BART fares as well as fares for other local buses. There isn’t a monthly BART pass available for outside San Francisco. Students should expect to pay between $60-$200/month for public transit (price depends on where host family is located; students may or may not qualify for the monthly discounted transit pass). In many host family locations, public transportation may not be available after 8 or 9 pm.
Host Family Locations
Host families are located either in the city limits of San Francisco or in the adjacent towns of Daly City and South San Francisco. Some of the typical neighborhoods where host families live are: Bernal Heights, Glen Park, Inner and Outer Richmond, Inner and Outer Sunset, St. Francis Wood, Excelsior, Castro and Mission.
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week | One-time fee (charged by school) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in US$ | 350 | 700 | 1050 | 1400 | 1750 | 2100 | 2450 | 2800 | 3500 | 4200 | 350 | 95 |
Prices based on accommodation from Saturday to Saturday
Price per person
Description of Local Area
San Francisco is a vibrant and diverse city of 800,000 inhabitants. People of many different ethnicities live in the Bay Area, and our host families reflect this diversity. Host families can include single people, couples, single-parent families, and families with multiple generations living in one home. Many of our host families are of Filipino descent, and their family-oriented culture means that they treat the students they host as part of their own family. All host families are English speaking and are eager to share the diversity of San Francisco with international visitors.
Host families can be located in the residential neighborhoods in the southwestern part of San Francisco, but most are located in the adjacent towns of Daly City, South San Francisco, and Pacifica. Some of the San Francisco neighborhoods where host families live include: Glen Park, Mission Terrace, Excelsior, Bernal Heights, Portola, the Outer Mission, the Outer Richmond, and the Outer Sunset.
Description of Accommodation
Staying with a local family is a great way to immerse oneself into American culture. This interaction with a family helps students communicate and practice their English in a more relaxed environment whilst also exposing themselves to new experiences – be it lifestyle, local food or simple day to day routines.
Most homes are single family or 2 family homes. The latter is usually two floors with one home on one floor and one on the other. Students are placed in a single or twin room. Each room is furnished with a bed, desk, dresser and closet, while some rooms have TVs and other amenities. It is important that rooms and living areas are kept neat and tidy. Students also have access to a shared bathroom.
Bed linen and towels are provided by the host family. Some San Francisco families do not have a washing machine in their home and use the services of a laundromat – this information will be included in the host family profile. In cases where families have a washing machine, students can use the laundry facilities although the number of washes per week remains at the discretion of each family.
Journey to school
The typical commute from a homestay to school is 45 – 60 minutes by public transportation. Times are approximate. San Francisco’s transport system is run by MUNI, which operates in San Francisco only, and BART, which is regional. If students are staying in South San Francisco, Daly City, or Pacifica they will need to pay regular BART fares as well as fares for other local buses. There isn’t a monthly BART pass available for outside San Francisco. Students should expect to pay between $60-$200/month for public transit (price depends on where host family is located; students may or may not qualify for the monthly discounted transit pass). In many host family locations, public transportation may not be available after 8 or 9 pm.
Host Family Locations
Host families are located either in the city limits of San Francisco or in the adjacent towns of Daly City and South San Francisco. Some of the typical neighborhoods where host families live are: Bernal Heights, Glen Park, Inner and Outer Richmond, Inner and Outer Sunset, St. Francis Wood, Excelsior, Castro and Mission.
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week | One-time fee (charged by school) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in US$ | 350 | 700 | 1050 | 1400 | 1750 | 2100 | 2450 | 2800 | 3500 | 4200 | 350 | 95 |
Prices based on accommodation from Saturday to Saturday
Price per person
Description of Local Area
San Francisco is a vibrant and diverse city of 800,000 inhabitants. People of many different ethnicities live in the Bay Area, and our host families reflect this diversity. Host families can include single people, couples, single-parent families, and families with multiple generations living in one home. Many of our host families are of Filipino descent, and their family-oriented culture means that they treat the students they host as part of their own family. All host families are English speaking and are eager to share the diversity of San Francisco with international visitors.
Host families can be located in the residential neighborhoods in the southwestern part of San Francisco, but most are located in the adjacent towns of Daly City, South San Francisco, and Pacifica. Some of the San Francisco neighborhoods where host families live include: Glen Park, Mission Terrace, Excelsior, Bernal Heights, Portola, the Outer Mission, the Outer Richmond, and the Outer Sunset.
Description of Accommodation
Staying with a local family is a great way to immerse oneself into American culture. This interaction with a family helps students communicate and practice their English in a more relaxed environment whilst also exposing themselves to new experiences – be it lifestyle, local food or simple day to day routines.
Most homes are single family or 2 family homes. The latter is usually two floors with one home on one floor and one on the other. Students are placed in a single or twin room. Each room is furnished with a bed, desk, dresser and closet, while some rooms have TVs and other amenities. It is important that rooms and living areas are kept neat and tidy. Students also have access to a shared bathroom.
Bed linen and towels are provided by the host family. Some San Francisco families do not have a washing machine in their home and use the services of a laundromat – this information will be included in the host family profile. In cases where families have a washing machine, students can use the laundry facilities although the number of washes per week remains at the discretion of each family.
Journey to school
The typical commute from a homestay to school is 45 – 60 minutes by public transportation. Times are approximate. San Francisco’s transport system is run by MUNI, which operates in San Francisco only, and BART, which is regional. If students are staying in South San Francisco, Daly City, or Pacifica they will need to pay regular BART fares as well as fares for other local buses. There isn’t a monthly BART pass available for outside San Francisco. Students should expect to pay between $60-$200/month for public transit (price depends on where host family is located; students may or may not qualify for the monthly discounted transit pass). In many host family locations, public transportation may not be available after 8 or 9 pm.
Host Family Locations
Host families are located either in the city limits of San Francisco or in the adjacent towns of Daly City and South San Francisco. Some of the typical neighborhoods where host families live are: Bernal Heights, Glen Park, Inner and Outer Richmond, Inner and Outer Sunset, St. Francis Wood, Excelsior, Castro and Mission.
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week | One-time fee (charged by school) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in US$ | 310 | 620 | 930 | 1240 | 1550 | 1860 | 2170 | 2480 | 3100 | 3720 | 310 | 95 |
Prices based on accommodation from Saturday to Saturday
Price per person
Description of Local Area
San Francisco is a vibrant and diverse city of 800,000 inhabitants. People of many different ethnicities live in the Bay Area, and our host families reflect this diversity. Host families can include single people, couples, single-parent families, and families with multiple generations living in one home. Many of our host families are of Filipino descent, and their family-oriented culture means that they treat the students they host as part of their own family. All host families are English speaking and are eager to share the diversity of San Francisco with international visitors.
Host families can be located in the residential neighborhoods in the southwestern part of San Francisco, but most are located in the adjacent towns of Daly City, South San Francisco, and Pacifica. Some of the San Francisco neighborhoods where host families live include: Glen Park, Mission Terrace, Excelsior, Bernal Heights, Portola, the Outer Mission, the Outer Richmond, and the Outer Sunset.
Description of Accommodation
Staying with a local family is a great way to immerse oneself into American culture. This interaction with a family helps students communicate and practice their English in a more relaxed environment whilst also exposing themselves to new experiences – be it lifestyle, local food or simple day to day routines.
Most homes are single family or 2 family homes. The latter is usually two floors with one home on one floor and one on the other. Students are placed in a single or twin room. Each room is furnished with a bed, desk, dresser and closet, while some rooms have TVs and other amenities. It is important that rooms and living areas are kept neat and tidy. Students also have access to a shared bathroom.
Bed linen and towels are provided by the host family. Some San Francisco families do not have a washing machine in their home and use the services of a laundromat – this information will be included in the host family profile. In cases where families have a washing machine, students can use the laundry facilities although the number of washes per week remains at the discretion of each family.
Journey to school
The typical commute from a homestay to school is 45 – 60 minutes by public transportation. Times are approximate. San Francisco’s transport system is run by MUNI, which operates in San Francisco only, and BART, which is regional. If students are staying in South San Francisco, Daly City, or Pacifica they will need to pay regular BART fares as well as fares for other local buses. There isn’t a monthly BART pass available for outside San Francisco. Students should expect to pay between $60-$200/month for public transit (price depends on where host family is located; students may or may not qualify for the monthly discounted transit pass). In many host family locations, public transportation may not be available after 8 or 9 pm.
Host Family Locations
Host families are located either in the city limits of San Francisco or in the adjacent towns of Daly City and South San Francisco. Some of the typical neighborhoods where host families live are: Bernal Heights, Glen Park, Inner and Outer Richmond, Inner and Outer Sunset, St. Francis Wood, Excelsior, Castro and Mission.
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week | One-time fee (charged by school) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in US$ | 445 | 890 | 1335 | 1780 | 2225 | 2670 | 3115 | 3560 | 4450 | 5340 | 445 | 95 |
Prices based on accommodation from Saturday to Saturday
Price per person
Description of Local Area
San Francisco is a vibrant and diverse city of 800,000 inhabitants. People of many different ethnicities live in the Bay Area, and our host families reflect this diversity. Host families can include single people, couples, single-parent families, and families with multiple generations living in one home. Many of our host families are of Filipino descent, and their family-oriented culture means that they treat the students they host as part of their own family. All host families are English speaking and are eager to share the diversity of San Francisco with international visitors.
Host families can be located in the residential neighborhoods in the southwestern part of San Francisco, but most are located in the adjacent towns of Daly City, South San Francisco, and Pacifica. Some of the San Francisco neighborhoods where host families live include: Glen Park, Mission Terrace, Excelsior, Bernal Heights, Portola, the Outer Mission, the Outer Richmond, and the Outer Sunset.
Description of Accommodation
Staying with a local family is a great way to immerse oneself into American culture. This interaction with a family helps students communicate and practice their English in a more relaxed environment whilst also exposing themselves to new experiences – be it lifestyle, local food or simple day to day routines.
Most homes are single family or 2 family homes. The latter is usually two floors with one home on one floor and one on the other. Students are placed in a single or twin room. Each room is furnished with a bed, desk, dresser and closet, while some rooms have TVs and other amenities. It is important that rooms and living areas are kept neat and tidy. Students also have access to a shared bathroom.
Bed linen and towels are provided by the host family. Some San Francisco families do not have a washing machine in their home and use the services of a laundromat – this information will be included in the host family profile. In cases where families have a washing machine, students can use the laundry facilities although the number of washes per week remains at the discretion of each family.
Journey to school
The typical commute from a homestay to school is 45 – 60 minutes by public transportation. Times are approximate. San Francisco’s transport system is run by MUNI, which operates in San Francisco only, and BART, which is regional. If students are staying in South San Francisco, Daly City, or Pacifica they will need to pay regular BART fares as well as fares for other local buses. There isn’t a monthly BART pass available for outside San Francisco. Students should expect to pay between $60-$200/month for public transit (price depends on where host family is located; students may or may not qualify for the monthly discounted transit pass). In many host family locations, public transportation may not be available after 8 or 9 pm.
Host Family Locations
Host families are located either in the city limits of San Francisco or in the adjacent towns of Daly City and South San Francisco. Some of the typical neighborhoods where host families live are: Bernal Heights, Glen Park, Inner and Outer Richmond, Inner and Outer Sunset, St. Francis Wood, Excelsior, Castro and Mission.
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week | One-time fee (charged by school) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in US$ | -- | -- | -- | 2200 | 2750 | 3300 | 3850 | 4400 | 5500 | 6600 | 550 | 95 |
Prices based on accommodation from Saturday to Saturday
Price per person
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week | One-time fee (charged by school) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in US$ | -- | 1100 | 1650 | 2200 | 2750 | 3300 | 3850 | 4400 | 5500 | 6600 | 550 | 95 |
Prices based on accommodation from Saturday to Saturday
Price per person
Coin operated laundry service provided:
- wash: USD 2.25;
- dryer: 25 cents every 10 minutes.
Students need to buy their own detergent.
Description of Local Area
Located in the scenic tree-filled Pacific Heights, the friendly Kenmore Aparthotel is only minutes away from the unbeatable views of the Golden Gate Bridge, San Francisco Bay, and Alcatraz. The Kenmore Aparthotel is steps away from the bus stop and two blocks away from the cable car line, which passes through Chinatown on the pleasant ten-minute trip to the downtown business and shopping districts.
Description of Accommodation
A classic Victorian building in distinctive San Francisco style dating from the 1880’s, the Kenmore has been updated with modern comforts and security systems. Kenmore offers three types of rooms, twin room with a shared hall bath, a single private studio with a shared bathroom, and a private room with a private bathroom. Each room is equipped with desk, lamps, dressers, closets, WiFi and television.
Meal Description
Half board (breakfast and dinner). A typical breakfast consists of hot eggs, fruit, toast, cereal, coffee/tea available Monday – Saturday. Continental breakfast and brunch served on Sundays. Full dinner provided Monday – Saturday, menu changes daily. Food is being served in dining room each day for tenants.
Miscellaneous - Cleaning service provided. Bed linens changed, dusting, sweeping, common areas cleaned.
- Coin operated laundry service provided at a cost of: wash : $2.25; dryer: 25 cents every 10 minutes. Students need to buy their own detergent.
- Luggage drop off service provided at the front desk.
- 24-Hours Security on site and CCTV.
- Concierge on site.
- Utility bills included.
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week | One-time fee (charged by school) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in US$ | -- | 1360 | 2040 | 2720 | 3400 | 4080 | 4760 | 5440 | 6800 | 8160 | 680 | 95 |
Prices based on accommodation from Saturday to Saturday
Price per person
Coin operated laundry service provided:
- wash: USD 2.25;
- dryer: 25 cents every 10 minutes.
Students need to buy their own detergent.
Description of Local Area
Located in the scenic tree-filled Pacific Heights, the friendly Kenmore Aparthotel is only minutes away from the unbeatable views of the Golden Gate Bridge, San Francisco Bay, and Alcatraz. The Kenmore Aparthotel is steps away from the bus stop and two blocks away from the cable car line, which passes through Chinatown on the pleasant ten-minute trip to the downtown business and shopping districts.
Description of Accommodation
A classic Victorian building in distinctive San Francisco style dating from the 1880’s, the Kenmore has been updated with modern comforts and security systems. Kenmore offers three types of rooms, twin room with a shared hall bath, a single private studio with a shared bathroom, and a private room with a private bathroom. Each room is equipped with desk, lamps, dressers, closets, WiFi and television.
Meal Description
Half board (breakfast and dinner). A typical breakfast consists of hot eggs, fruit, toast, cereal, coffee/tea available Monday – Saturday. Continental breakfast and brunch served on Sundays. Full dinner provided Monday – Saturday, menu changes daily. Food is being served in dining room each day for tenants.
Miscellaneous - Cleaning service provided. Bed linens changed, dusting, sweeping, common areas cleaned.
- Coin operated laundry service provided at a cost of: wash : $2.25; dryer: 25 cents every 10 minutes. Students need to buy their own detergent.
- Luggage drop off service provided at the front desk.
- 24-Hours Security on site and CCTV.
- Concierge on site.
- Utility bills included.
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week | One-time fee (charged by school) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in US$ | -- | 1530 | 2295 | 3060 | 3825 | 4590 | 5355 | 6120 | 7650 | 9180 | 765 | 95 |
Prices based on accommodation from Saturday to Saturday
Price per person
Coin operated laundry service provided:
- wash: USD 2.25;
- dryer: 25 cents every 10 minutes.
Students need to buy their own detergent.
Description of Local Area
Located in the scenic tree-filled Pacific Heights, the friendly Kenmore Aparthotel is only minutes away from the unbeatable views of the Golden Gate Bridge, San Francisco Bay, and Alcatraz. The Kenmore Aparthotel is steps away from the bus stop and two blocks away from the cable car line, which passes through Chinatown on the pleasant ten-minute trip to the downtown business and shopping districts.
Description of Accommodation
A classic Victorian building in distinctive San Francisco style dating from the 1880’s, the Kenmore has been updated with modern comforts and security systems. Kenmore offers three types of rooms, twin room with a shared hall bath, a single private studio with a shared bathroom, and a private room with a private bathroom. Each room is equipped with desk, lamps, dressers, closets, WiFi and television.
Meal Description
Half board (breakfast and dinner). A typical breakfast consists of hot eggs, fruit, toast, cereal, coffee/tea available Monday – Saturday. Continental breakfast and brunch served on Sundays. Full dinner provided Monday – Saturday, menu changes daily. Food is being served in dining room each day for tenants.
Miscellaneous - Cleaning service provided. Bed linens changed, dusting, sweeping, common areas cleaned.
- Coin operated laundry service provided at a cost of: wash : $2.25; dryer: 25 cents every 10 minutes. Students need to buy their own detergent.
- Luggage drop off service provided at the front desk.
- 24-Hours Security on site and CCTV.
- Concierge on site.
- Utility bills included.
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FAQ about EC English,
- I want to travel with a companion. When choosing a double room with a host family, is the cost of the accommodation for both already included in the price?
“The prices shown on the website are per person, which means that the price you see is the price that each of the occupants of that room has to pay. Please, remember that the school can only provide accommodation to those people who are also going to take a course, but not to the companions if they are only looking for accommodation since beds are limited and the school has to keep them for paying students.
”Suzanne Unnus Camilleri, Senior Sales & Admissions Executive from EC English - Aug 13, 2021 - I am French and I will be applying for a tourist visa and not a student visa so is this compatible with the 24 hour course?“If you have any questions about visas, please contact the embassy first to get the latest information. However, in our experience, French nationals do not need a student visa for short courses (up to 90 days).
”Madly Simba, Language Travel Consultant from LanguageCourse.Net - Mar 14, 2023 - What accommodation is available? I would like a room in a host family“The school offers accommodation with host families, rooms in residences or Appart'Hotel.”Madly Simba, Language Travel Consultant from LanguageCourse.Net - Mar 14, 2023
- I would like a room in a host family and would like to formulate preferences for the choice of family, is this possible?“You can submit your preference criteria in the comment section of the registration form. We will then send them to the school, which will do its best to find the right family for you.”Madly Simba, Language Travel Consultant from LanguageCourse.Net - Mar 14, 2023
- What is the travel distance from the school to the families?“The distance between the families and the school is about 1 hour by public transport.”Madly Simba, Language Travel Consultant from LanguageCourse.Net - Mar 14, 2023
- How many students are there in each class?
“For most courses, there are about 15 students per class
”Madly Simba, Language Travel Consultant from LanguageCourse.Net - Mar 14, 2023 - Is it possible to arrive a day earlier in the family, and what is the maximum arrival time?“Arrivals are always on Saturday and departures on Saturday. For the time being, it is best to arrive at reasonable times (not too early, not too late) so that the host family can welcome you in the best conditions. If you wish to arrive earlier, you will have to check with the family if this is possible and add a fee of approximately USD 65 for the extra night. ”Madly Simba, Language Travel Consultant from LanguageCourse.Net - Mar 14, 2023
- EC English offers courses for which ages?EC English offers courses from 16 years to 99. Average age is 21 during the summer and 23 for the rest of the year.
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