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English OutdoorsNew York, USA

From 385US$ per week
5.0

Rating: 5.0/5.0

Overall school rating of English Outdoors, New York
Ranked #29 of 30 English schools in New York
School
Location of the school
5.0 

Rating: 5.0/5.0

Facilities
5.0 

Rating: 5.0/5.0

Social activities
4.0 

Rating: 4.0/5.0

Organisation
5.0 

Rating: 5.0/5.0

Course
Quality of teaching
5.0 

Rating: 5.0/5.0

Value for money
5.0 

Rating: 5.0/5.0

What we like about the school
  • Morning English classes take place in indoor and outdoor locations all over the city.
  • Students will learn in places such as Bryant Park, Brooklyn Bridge Park, Industry City, Essex Market, Central Park and more.
  • An interactive language tourism experience including cultural field trips and sightseeing.
What we dislike about the school
  • Younger students should consider that the average age of students at this school is significantly higher than at most other schools.
How we create the points regarding what we like/dislike about a school

Location: English Outdoors is located in the unique, cosmopolitan, metropolis of New York, USA. Located in Brooklyn, one subway stop from Downtown Manhattan or a 30 minutes walk from the Brooklyn Bridge - the school is on the 34th floor of Brooklyn's tallest landmark building, with breath-taking views of Manhattan, the Statue of Liberty and Brooklyn. There are amenities, eateries, restaurants and attractions close to the school. Attractions and sites of interest within walking distance of the school include the Dumbo - Manhattan Bridge View, Cadman Plaza Park, Brooklyn Bridge Park, Brooklyn Heights Promenade and Downtown Brooklyn.

Course selection: English Outdoors provides General English programmes available to students of all levels, over various schedules and intensities. The school also provides Junior programmes throughout the summer months for students aged 13-17.

Social and cultural: The school offers numerous activities for students to indulge in local culture and happenings. Such activities can include a Bushwick graffiti tour, Brooklyn Bridge & Dumbo walking tours and film tours in Manhattan. Lunches and happy hours are also social events that are very popular among students.

Getting around: The school is a moment's walk from York St subway station and has several bus routes nearby. The subway outside the school has multiple lines connecting to Manhattan (2, 3, 4, 5, R).
  • The language school English Outdoors was founded in New York, USA in 2013.
  • Legal name / parent company: Brooklyn School of Languages LLC.
  • Tax registration ID: 92-115-8706
  • Abbreviated name of school: BSL New York

English Courses

General Language
Junior
Private

Information for all courses offered by English Outdoors

Comments about courses

Lessons will take place in outdoor locations all over the city such as Central Park, the MET Museum, Washington Square Park, Governors Island and more.

Afternoon lessons and one-to-one lessons will take place indoors.

Lesson duration
45 minutes
School's administrative fee
130.00 US$
Course material
Generally course material has to be purchased by the student. The costs of course material will be approximately 50 US$ per course level.
Individual classes
Single individual lessons of tuition can be reserved at 80 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):
27 May 2024, 19 Jun 2024, 04 Jul 2024, 02 Sep 2024, 14 Oct 2024, 28 Nov 2024, 29 Nov 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.
Please note that this school reserves the right to reduce the number of lessons if the minimum number of students is not reached.
Level test
A test to assess your exact language level takes place before the start of the course via email.

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 Free certificate of course attendance
  • INCLUDED Language level placement test before arrival
Note: All courses offered by English Outdoors, New York can be reserved online with LanguageCourse.net. In case a course is not listed above, just let us know.

Videos & Photos

  • English Outdoors - General School Video1/3
  • English Outdoors - General School Video2/3
  • English Outdoors - Junior Program3/3
  • Class in Brookfield Place
    Class in Brookfield Place1/10
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  • Certificates
    Certificates 3/10
  • Industry City in Brooklyn
    Industry City in Brooklyn4/10
  • Park Avenue Plaza indoor atrium
    Park Avenue Plaza indoor atrium5/10
  • Industry City indoor space, Brooklyn
    Industry City indoor space, Brooklyn6/10
  • Class in Union Square
    Class in Union Square7/10
  • 8/10
  • 9/10
  • 10/10

English Outdoors (BSL)

“BSL is a small school where everyone gets to know each other, so you will immediately feel like part of a very large family. In 2021 we offer a new concept with 'English Outdoors': all our morning classes take place in outdoor locations all over the city, and the afternoon lessons take place in our Lounge in Dumbo, one of New York's trendiest neighborhoods. Learning English outdoors means that you can discover as much of New York as possible, get immersed in the life and culture of the city while enjoying some of its best views, and make the most of the outside space and fresh air for easy social distancing. I look forward to welcoming you to BSL and Brooklyn!”
Rich Ambler
– 
Rich Ambler
Director of English Outdoors
Accreditations and Quality seals
IALCPreferential Terms in Case of Visa Refusal
English teacher qualifications
100% hold a university degree
Languages spoken by school staff (cannot be guaranteed by school)
First day of course
Students should arrive at 9:00
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 English Outdoors and you book here.
Payment methods accepted for payments made directly to the school
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Student Age / Nationality

Average number of students
In summer: 30
Throughout the year: 15
Junior courses - In summer: 60
Minimum age of students
17 years
13 years for specific Junior courses
Average number of levels
Adult courses In summer: 4
Adult courses Throughout the year: 3
Junior courses In summer: 3
Average age of students
In summer: 31 years
Throughout the year: 31 years

Top student nationalities

Age of students

Airport transfer

Newark Liberty International Airport:
175 US$ one way
350 US$ return (both ways)
John F. Kennedy International Airport:
175 US$ one way
350 US$ return (both ways)
La Guardia Airport:
160 US$ one way
320 US$ return (both ways)
More information about airports around New York and how to get from the airport to New York on your own here on our New York 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
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 possible
Baseball
Basketball
Football (soccer)
Ice Hockey
Swimming
Tennis
Volleyball
Yoga

Examples of leisure activities organized by the school

Adults - Free activities

walking tours

Adults - Paid activities

Happy hours, lunches, sport games...

Junior - Free activities

All junior activities are included in the junior packages:
- walking tours of iconic locations,
- famous landmarks and observatories such as Empire State Building, Top of the Rock or the Summit,
- museums,
- bike ride in Central Park,
- boat ride on the Hudson River,
- excursion to the Statue of Liberty & Ellis Island,
- Broadway show

Junior - Paid activities

All junior activities are included in the junior packages:
- walking tours of iconic locations,
- famous landmarks and observatories such as Empire State Building, Top of the Rock or the Summit,
- museums,
- bike ride in Central Park,
- boat ride on the Hudson River,
- excursion to the Statue of Liberty & Ellis Island,
- Broadway show...

Accommodation

Map  

675 Sackett Street - 11217 New York
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FAQ about English Outdoors, New York

  • Most of our schools in the US will expedite the I-20 document only when the full balance of your course is paid, even though some might be able to do it with only a partial payment. Once you have the I-20 you will be able to bring it along with you to obtain your F-1 Student Visa, which will grant you entrance into the US.
    Lisa Lebret, Area Consultant from Brooklyn School of Languages - Jul 26, 2021
  • Yes. The school offers pickup from Newark Liberty International Airport (175 US$), John F. Kennedy International Airport (175 US$), La Guardia Airport (160 US$)
  • Depending on the chosen course, the maximum number of students at English Outdoors varies from 1 students (Individual Lessons 10) to 8 students (Standard Course)
  • 100% of teachers at English Outdoors hold a university degree.
  • The highest Nationality percentage at English Outdoors comes from France with a 16% representation, followed by students from Italy (16%) and Japan (11%).
  • English Outdoors offers courses from 13 years (Junior Course NYC Discovery - Course & Activities, 20 lessons per week) to 99. Average age is 31 during the summer and 31 for the rest of the year.

Brochures

English Outdoors Brochure 2023
English Outdoors Brochure 2023
English Outdoors - Prices 2024
English Outdoors - Prices 2024
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