Reviews of Open Hearts Language Academy, Miami, USA
Total number of reviews: 48
NOTE: All reviews are authentic. Only students who booked their course through us can publish evaluations here, and only after the end of their programme. These evaluations then are not manipulated in any way, neither by us nor by the school, and can be trusted as honest opinions about personal experiences with the school.
Average Rating
Based on 48 reviews of former students of Open Hearts Language Academy
| Overall rating Open Hearts Language Academy, Miami, USA | 4.0 |
|---|---|
| City | 4.4 |
| Organisation | 4.3 |
| Facilities | 3.8 |
| Social activities | 3.9 |
| Quality of teaching | 4.0 |
| Value for money | 3.7 |
| Accommodation | |
| Homestay | 4.2 |
| Shared Flat (apartment) | 4.2 |
| Other | --- |
Individual Reviews
Open Hearts Language Academy
29. Apr. 2024
1. Valeri (49 years) 
101.Course: Semi-Intensive English Course [English] - 4 weeks
101.Course: Semi-Intensive English Course [English] - 4 weeks
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Value for money
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Homestay
Positive aspects of school
Very good teachers and atmosphere in the school
Negative aspects
Some of the classrooms are rather small for the class size, which is why it gets too loud during conversations.
Insider tips about what future students should not miss
Make sure you visit OHLA Light on Fridays!
City/place
If you don't stray away from the busy streets, it's really pleasant - tower blocks, beaches, restaurants etc. everything is there. Plenty of places to visit in the area. However, I was told that it's better not to venture into some areas :)
You have to be careful on public transport - they tend to be cooled down to around 15 degrees, which can easily make a difference of 20 degrees to the outside temperature, so you can quickly catch a cold.
Quality of teaching / language progress
Great teachers; most students come from Spanish- and/or Portuguese-speaking countries with a specific accent that you have to get used to first
Accommodation
Very nice housekeeper; relatively far from the school (about 1 to 1.5 hours by car depending on traffic). The air conditioning was relatively loud; if you are a light sleeper (like me), you might be woken up when it starts.
6. Mar. 2023
2. Lars (51 years) Denmark
102.Course: Private Lessons - 1 week
102.Course: Private Lessons - 1 week
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Value for money
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Positive aspects of school
Nice
Negative aspects
Nothing
City/place
Nice calm city
13. Mar. 2018
3. Rafael (49 years) 
103.Course: International Semi-Intensive ESL program [Inglés] - 1 week
103.Course: International Semi-Intensive ESL program [Inglés] - 1 week
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Open Hearts Residence
Positive aspects of school
The teaching staff, the atmosphere, the management of the stay, the pool, the gym, everything in general is very good
Insider tips about what future students should not miss
It is worth taking advantage of the classes to the fullest.
Other comments
Good organization in general. I advise the experience, very positive
30. Oct. 2017
4. Natália (26 years) Slovakia
104.Course: International Semi-Intensive ESL program - 3 weeks
104.Course: International Semi-Intensive ESL program - 3 weeks
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Open Hearts Residence
Positive aspects of school
Great teachers and new friendships
10. Sep. 2017
5. Juliana (41 years) Brazil
105.Course: Semi Intensive program - 4 weeks
105.Course: Semi Intensive program - 4 weeks
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Brickell Residence (Low Season)
Positive aspects of school
My teacher, Mr Pedro Rodriguez, is the best. He is wonderful and has enough knowledge. By the way, attendance at school is great.
I'll come back to OHLA in next year.
Other comments
The location of the school is great.
Best regards for Luz and Violetta.
29. Dec. 2014
6. Sayaka (35 years) Japan
106.Course: One to One General English - 1 week
106.Course: One to One General English - 1 week
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Homestay Executive
Positive aspects of school
I liked to talk with my professor Pauline in private lessons. She gave to me a lot of knowledge.
Insider tips about what future students should not miss
I have advice to new students: If you need to effectively improve your English then I recommend private lessons. There is big chance to speak and listen to English all the time.
Other comments
I really appreciate your school. My 1 week of private lessons was very valuable for me.
30. Jul. 2014
7. Tommaso (18 years) 
107.Course: International Semi-Intensive ESL program - 3 weeks
107.Course: International Semi-Intensive ESL program - 3 weeks
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Open Hearts Residence
Positive aspects of school
Teacher
23. Nov. 2013
8. Nicole (24 years)
108.Course: Semi-Intensive ESL program (20 lessons) - 3 weeks
108.Course: Semi-Intensive ESL program (20 lessons) - 3 weeks
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Open Hearts Residence
Positive aspects of school
I had a very good teacher (Amy). And living in the Four Ambassadors Hotel, it was very close to the school.
Other comments
The school is very well organized, the staff is very helpful.
9. Aug. 2013
9. Anne-cécile (19 years) 
109.Course: International Semi-Intensive ESL program - 4 weeks
109.Course: International Semi-Intensive ESL program - 4 weeks
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Positive aspects of school
The courses are very interesting and not at all boring
27. May. 2013
10. Giulia (23 years)
110.Course: International Semi-Intensive ESL program - 4 weeks
110.Course: International Semi-Intensive ESL program - 4 weeks
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Value for money
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Open Hearts Residence
Positive aspects of school
Good teaching, great the teachers' commitment with all the students
Insider tips about what future students should not miss
No wi-fi at the recidence, only in the common areas (lobby and pool)
Other comments
The school should avoid to put too many students of the same nationality in the same room, because this hamper the learning of the English language
28. Aug. 2012
11. Sylvain (23 years)
111.Course: International Super-Intensive ESL program - 5 weeks
111.Course: International Super-Intensive ESL program - 5 weeks
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Value for money
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Open Hearts Residence
Positive aspects of school
Atmosphere, activities, mix of students...
Insider tips about what future students should not miss
The clubs !!!
Other comments
Great stay !!!
14. May. 2012
12. Mariama Marie José (28 years)
112.Course: International Semi-Intensive ESL program - 6 weeks
112.Course: International Semi-Intensive ESL program - 6 weeks
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Homestay
Positive aspects of school
The school environment, the nice swimmingpool
3. Oct. 2011
13. Antonio (27 years) Spain
113.Course: International Semi-Intensive ESL program - 3 weeks
113.Course: International Semi-Intensive ESL program - 3 weeks
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Value for money
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Open Hearts Residence
Positive aspects of school
The staff
20. Sep. 2011
14. Jennifer (24 years) Spain
114.Course: International Semi-Intensive ESL program - 3 weeks
114.Course: International Semi-Intensive ESL program - 3 weeks
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Value for money
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Positive aspects of school
People you meet there, it is a unique experience.
9. Aug. 2011
15. Myriam (19 years)
115.Course: International Semi-Intensive ESL program - 2 weeks
115.Course: International Semi-Intensive ESL program - 2 weeks
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Brickell Residence
Positive aspects of school
The involvement of teachers in our english learning process.
8. Aug. 2011
16. Ahlem Stéphanie (19 years)
116.Course: International Semi-Intensive ESL program - 2 weeks
116.Course: International Semi-Intensive ESL program - 2 weeks
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Brickell Residence
Insider tips about what future students should not miss
Not beeing able to rent a car before 21 complicates the possibility to go out at night.
7. Jun. 2011
17. Christina (31 years)
117.Course: International Super-Intensive ESL program - 4 weeks
117.Course: International Super-Intensive ESL program - 4 weeks
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Open Hearts Residence
Positive aspects of school
I really enjoyed the time in this colorful and sunny city. The people I met there and the teachers were very nice and friendly. I love Miami.
30. May. 2011
18. Andrea (39 years)
118.Course: International Semi-Intensive ESL program - 2 weeks
118.Course: International Semi-Intensive ESL program - 2 weeks
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Value for money
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Brickell Residence
Insider tips about what future students should not miss
Small classrooms, courses simply good, location, friendly environment. I don't recommend the residence for a family.
Other comments
Excellent combination residence and school in the four ambassadors: a beautiful facility with a lot to offer.
11. Feb. 2011
19. Sara (28 years) Spain
119.Course: International Intensive ESL program - 32 weeks
119.Course: International Intensive ESL program - 32 weeks
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Value for money
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Homestay Executive
Positive aspects of school
The proximity to businesses.
Insider tips about what future students should not miss
If you want to learn English, Miami is not the best place. If you want to party, you sould go to Miami Beach and this school is far from there.
Other comments
It´s all about the money... What a pity!
20. Dec. 2010
20. Lucien (22 years)
120.Course: International Intensive ESL program - 12 weeks
120.Course: International Intensive ESL program - 12 weeks
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Value for money
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Homestay
Positive aspects of school
The good atmosphere in the class
Insider tips about what future students should not miss
Very good host family, was very well received.
6. Dec. 2010
21. Héctor Yago (24 years) Spain
121.Course: International Intensive ESL program - 3 weeks
121.Course: International Intensive ESL program - 3 weeks
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Positive aspects of school
Álvaro, the teacher.
Insider tips about what future students should not miss
You have to pay 50$ for one book...
24. Nov. 2010
22. Alejandro (21 years)
122.Course: standard course 20 lessons - 3 weeks
122.Course: standard course 20 lessons - 3 weeks
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Value for money
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Homestay Executive
Positive aspects of school
It is central.
Insider tips about what future students should not miss
Book separate accommodation. I reserved a hostel in South Beach and it was cool, but you do not see your classmates as often as you see the friends from the hostel.
Other comments
I really enjoyed the experience, but the school fees for 3 weeks are a bit abusive (100 USD inscription fee + 50 USD materials).
6. Sep. 2010
23. Flavia (24 years)
123.Course: International Intensive ESL program - 4 weeks
123.Course: International Intensive ESL program - 4 weeks
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Positive aspects of school
The availability of thestaff
Insider tips about what future students should not miss
If you want to know more people is better to choose the residence, but if you want to know the city is better to choose other sort accommodation, so you will be more encouraged to visit the city!
6. Sep. 2010
24. Alexandre (21 years)
124.Course: International Intensive ESL program - 7 weeks
124.Course: International Intensive ESL program - 7 weeks
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Homestay
Positive aspects of school
The environment.
23. Aug. 2010
25. Juana Maria (35 years)
125.Course: International Intensive ESL program - 3 weeks
125.Course: International Intensive ESL program - 3 weeks
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The facilities
Insider tips about what future students should not miss
None
Other comments
In general, everything ok.
10. Nov. 2009
26. Enrique (26 years)
126.Course: International Intensive ESL program - 4 weeks
126.Course: International Intensive ESL program - 4 weeks
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Insider tips about what future students should not miss
Go to Shared flat
31. Aug. 2009
27. Maria (22 years)
127.Course: Part Time Course - 3 weeks
127.Course: Part Time Course - 3 weeks
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Positive aspects of school
Some teachers
11. Aug. 2009
28. Sergio (29 years)
128.Course: International Intensive ESL program - 4 weeks
128.Course: International Intensive ESL program - 4 weeks
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Positive aspects of school
The social activities
Insider tips about what future students should not miss
Go in a group, it is cheaper
15. Nov. 2008
29. Carlos (19 years)
129.Course: International Intensive ESL program - 3 weeks
129.Course: International Intensive ESL program - 3 weeks
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Meeting people
Insider tips about what future students should not miss
Let's funny.
Other comments
No comments.
15. Nov. 2008
30. Fayna (30 years)
130.Course: International Intensive ESL program - 3 weeks
130.Course: International Intensive ESL program - 3 weeks
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The teachers
Insider tips about what future students should not miss
They would take more money.
Other comments
If you have some problem,you would speak with Violet or Kamil.They were pleasant to me.
22. Oct. 2008
31. Sergio (22 years) Spain
131.Course: International Intensive ESL program - 3 weeks
131.Course: International Intensive ESL program - 3 weeks
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The city
Insider tips about what future students should not miss
Too much spanish and french
7. Sep. 2008
32. Gerjanne (20 years) 
132.Course: International Intensive ESL program - 4 weeks
132.Course: International Intensive ESL program - 4 weeks
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Four Ambassadors Accommodation
Positive aspects of school
There is a really nice atmosphere, all the coworkers of Open Hearts are really kind!!
21. Jul. 2008
33. Magdalena (12 years) 
133.Course: 2 weeks
133.Course: 2 weeks
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Quality of teaching / language progress
Positive aspects of school
Great teacher
Other comments
Perfect organization
