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EC English 30+New York, USA

4.5

Rating: 4.5/5.0

4 students - overall rating
1501 Broadway, Floor 11 - NY 10036 New York - see on map
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What we like about the school
  • Located right in the centre of Times Square.
  • Free language workshops and activities.
  • Electronic whiteboards in all classrooms.
What we dislike about the school
  • Lessons are 45 minutes long, which is shorter than in other schools.
  • Younger students should consider that the average age of students at this school is significantly higher than at most other schools.

Venue: EC English 30+ in New York City is located in Midtown Manhattan, near the ultra famous Times Square. Housed on the 11th floor of the Paramount Building, the school is just a few minutes away from the Empire State Building, 5th Avenue, the Rockefeller Center and the MOMA. The Times Square - 42 St Subway station is about a block away from the school, giving students easy access to the rest of the city, its fabulous neighbourhoods and many well-known attractions.

Course selection: The EC New York 30+ programmes include General English courses of varying intensities, as well as courses geared towards business-minded students such as English for Work, English + Executive Coaching, and Internship programmes. EC New York 30+ also offers several programmes which have a New York flair about them, incorporating language learning with culturally oriented classes or activities, such as their English in the City or their English + Dancing courses. Additionally, EC’s 30+ school in New York runs a springtime programme for students over 50, EC Escapes, which provides an immersive experience as students discover the city through guided tours and outings alongside their English language studies.

School facilities: EC New York 30+ shares its outstanding facilities with EC New York’s school for students of all ages. What makes EC New York 30+ stand apart are the programmes and activities designed specifically to cater to more mature students and their interests.

Getting there: EC New York 30+ is centrally situated for arrival to New York. It is about an hour away from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) by train and about the same from LaGuardia Airport (LGA). Both Penn Station and Grand Central Station are about a 15 minute walk from the school, and the 42 Street Port Authority Bus Terminal is only two blocks away.

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 and South Africa.

EC Promise: 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.

English Courses

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Typical content of a language course
General Language
Vacation English 20Popular English course
20 lessons per week
|
15 students (max)
Offer!from
329US$313US$
Course Details
General English + Executive Coaching One-to-One
22 lessons per week
|
15 students (max)
Offer!from
780US$741US$
Course Details
General English 20 + One-to-One Lessons
22 lessons per week
|
15 students (max)
Offer!from
780US$741US$
Course Details
English in the City
30 lessons per week
|
15 students (max)
Offer!from
371US$353US$
Course Details
General English 24
24 lessons per week
|
15 students (max)
Offer!from
371US$353US$
Course Details
General English 26
26 lessons per week
|
15 students (max)
Offer!from
382US$363US$
Course Details
General English 30
30 lessons per week
|
15 students (max)
Offer!from
424US$403US$
Course Details
EC Escapes
20 lessons per week
|
15 students (max)
Offer!from
905US$860US$
Course Details
Work & Study
General Internship + Virtual Internship
20 lessons per week
|
15 students (max)
Offer!from
470US$447US$
Course Details
Business
English for Work
24 lessons per week
|
15 students (max)
Offer!from
371US$353US$
Course Details
Language Plus Activity
General English 20 + Dancing
20 lessons per week
|
15 students (max)
Offer!from
645US$613US$
Course Details

Our prices for EC English 30+ include

  • 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
  • INCLUDED Language level placement test before arrival

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  • Happy students
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  • Students
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  • Students
    Students4/8
  • NY lounge area
    NY lounge area5/8
  • NY cafetaria and lounge
    NY cafetaria and lounge6/8
  • NY lounge
    NY lounge7/8
  • NY class
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Student opinions about EC English 30+, New York

4.5

Rating: 4.5/5.0

Overall school rating of
EC English 30+, New York
4 authentic ratings from students who reserved with us
School
Location of the school
5.0 

Rating: 5.0/5.0

Facilities
4.0 

Rating: 4.0/5.0

Social activities
4.0 

Rating: 4.0/5.0

Organisation
4.2 

Rating: 4.2/5.0

Course
Quality of teaching
4.2 

Rating: 4.2/5.0

Value for money
4.0 

Rating: 4.0/5.0

Accommodation
Homestay
1.0 

Rating: 1.0/5.0

Shared Flat (apartment)
4.0 

Rating: 4.0/5.0

Verified reviews only, uncensored. All student opinions from students who booked a course at the school with LanguageCourse.net.
65 years
Overall rating
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Liked
“Everything was great, committed teachers, it was easy for the students to get in touch with each other. In my course, it was no problem to be a little older (60 plus).”
Review details
Quality of teaching / language progress: Super
Other comments It was fun!
Course: General English 20 (30+) [Englisch] - 1 week
Review date: 12. Oct. 2023 by Iris Remmler
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
63 years
Overall rating
3.0

Rating: 3/5.0

Liked
“The idea of this school for all ages is brilliant, the kindness of the staff”
Disliked
“The organisation needs to be reviewed, as does the method of teaching and the explanations, which not everyone understands, and the way in which students are monitored to ensure they understand. ”
Insider tip: “I don't know, as I wasn't able to find out what he had. ”
Review details
Quality of teaching / language progress: Courses and lessons are not attended
Other comments The levels are not always the same and punctuality also needs to be reviewed.
Course: General English 20 - 1 week
Review date: 4. Mar. 2024 by Adeline Tchangodei
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
See all reviews of EC English 30+ New York

Ratings of EC English 30+ compared to ratings of all schools in USA

 EC English 30+ New YorkAverage of all other schools in USA
Overall school rating4.0

Rating: 4.0/5.0

4.1

Rating: 4.1/5.0

Location of the school5.0

Rating: 5.0/5.0

4.8

Rating: 4.8/5.0

Facilities3.5

Rating: 3.5/5.0

3.8

Rating: 3.8/5.0

Social activities3.5

Rating: 3.5/5.0

3.8

Rating: 3.8/5.0

Organisation3.5

Rating: 3.5/5.0

4.1

Rating: 4.1/5.0

Quality of teaching3.5

Rating: 3.5/5.0

4.1

Rating: 4.1/5.0

Value for money3.5

Rating: 3.5/5.0

3.7

Rating: 3.7/5.0

Homestay0.0

Rating: 0.0/5.0

4.0

Rating: 4.0/5.0

Shared flat0.0

Rating: 0.0/5.0

3.9

Rating: 3.9/5.0

EC English 30+

Accreditations and Quality seals
AAIEPACCETALTOPreferential Terms in Case of Visa RefusalEnglish USA
English teacher qualifications
100% hold a university degree
100% hold a recognised language teaching qualification
Languages spoken by school staff (cannot be guaranteed by school)
First day of course
Students should arrive at 8:30
Student gender mix
35% male / 65% female
Offer for returning students
You will be refunded/waived the school's administration fee if you already attended previously a course at EC English 30+ and you book here.
Payment methods accepted for payments made directly to the school
Visa - logoMastercard - logoAmerican Express - logoJCB - logoBank Transfer - logo
Year of school foundation
2016
Legal name/parent company
Tax registration ID: 26-1913662

General school facilities

  • Cafeteria

  • Restaurant

  • Library

  • Lounge

  • Self-study areas

  • Free WIFI

  • Non-smoking (all indoor areas, but not all outdoor areas of school)

  • Guidance for further higher education (free)

  • Paid parking (<500m)

  • Facilities for islamic students

    • Homestay option that can prepare halal food

  • Classroom equipment

    • TV in all classrooms

    • Electronic whiteboard in all classrooms

    • Air conditioning in all classrooms

    • Heating in all classrooms

    • Ample natural light in all classrooms

    • Number of classrooms: 8
    • Number of public PC workstations: 22

    Facilities for disabled students

    • Wheelchair access to classroom

    • Accessible Toilet

    • Wheelchair access to reception

Additional comment about facilities of school
Self Study room Student lounge

Student Age / Nationality

Average number of students
Throughout the year: 200
Minimum age of students
30 years
Average number of levels
Adult courses In summer: 8
Adult courses Throughout the year: 8
Average age of students
In summer: 35 years
Throughout the year: 35 years
Read our recommendations for students in their 40s, 50s, 60s, and 70s.
Top student nationalities
Student Nationality Percentage of students
Brazil 23%
France 12%
Switzerland 8%
Japan 8%
Italy 7%
Germany 6%
Other nationalities 36%
Age of students
  Percentage of students
1-18 years 0%
18-24 years 0%
25-34 years 31%
35-50 years 55%
>50 years 14%

Information for all courses offered by EC English 30+

Lesson duration
45 minutes
School's administrative fee
170.00 US$
Course material
Generally course material has to be purchased by the student. The costs of course material will be approximately 10 US$ per week.
Comments about courses

High season supplement not applicable to bookings longer than 12 weeks.

Additional fees:

  • Student insurance (optional) up to 69 years of age: USD 20 per week.
  • Landmark fee: USD 10.
  • US Priority International Mail: 40 USD.

    Course materials:
  • From 1 to 11 weeks: USD 10 per week.
  • From 12 to 23 weeks: USD 120.
  • 24 weeks or more: USD 140.
Individual classes
Single individual lessons of tuition can be reserved at 155 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 2025 (including national and regional bank holidays):
01 Jan 2025, 20 Jan 2025, 17 Feb 2025, 26 May 2025, 19 Jun 2025, 04 Jul 2025, 01 Sep 2025, 13 Oct 2025, 11 Nov 2025, 27 Nov 2025, 28 Nov 2025, 25 Dec 2025, 31 Dec 2025.
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 before the start of the course via an online form.
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.

Airport transfer

Newark Liberty International Airport:
195 US$ one way
390 US$ return (both ways)
John F. Kennedy International Airport:
195 US$ one way
390 US$ return (both ways)
La Guardia Airport:
195 US$ one way
390 US$ return (both ways)
More details about airports near New York and how to travel independently from the airport to the city on our New York page. For flight comparisons to New York, we recommend using skyscanner.com.

Visa Documents

Nationals from Turkey can travel and attend a language course of up to 18 hours per week and for a maximum of 90 days on a holiday/visitor visa.
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
Yes
Express shipment fee (via courier)
80 US$
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
Ballet
Baseball
Basketball
Cooking
Dancing
Football (soccer)
Golf
Horse riding
Ice Hockey
Music
Squash
Swimming
Table Tennis
Tennis
Volleyball
Yoga

Examples of leisure activities organized by the school

Adults - Free activities

- Walk the Brooklyn Bridge.
- Writing class.
- Conversation class.
- Pronunciation class.
- Coney Island.
- Kayaking.
- Afropunk Festival.
- Creative writing class.
- Pizza social.

Adults - Paid activities

- Rock climbing.
- Philadelphia tour.
- Washington DC.
- Amish tour.
- Boston tour.
- BBQ.
- Baseball match.
- Auto show.
- Museums.
- Yoga.
- Pub night.
Leisure programme for adults (sample):
Adult Activity Calendar October
Adult Activity Calendar October

Accommodation

Show details of all accommodations
Tip: Type of accommodation. What is best for you?
Manhattan Homestay Most Popular Accommodation
Single room, Breakfast
In high demand!
from
625 US$
Homestay Popular Accommodation
Single room, Breakfast
from
440 US$
Homestay
Single room, Breakfast & 1 meal
from
510 US$
Homestay
Double room (only for 2 people travelling together), Breakfast
from
370 US$
Homestay
Double room (only for 2 people travelling together), Breakfast & 1 meal
from
475 US$
Manhattan Homestay
Single room, Breakfast & 1 meal
This accommodation tends to sell out quickly!
Reserve as early as possible to get the best available homestay!
from
750 US$
Mansfield Residence
Single room, No meals
from
785 US$
Mansfield Residence
Double room, No meals
from
550 US$
Midtown Student Residence
Twin room, No meals
from
500 US$
Midtown Student Residence
Single room, No meals
from
850 US$

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Questions and answers about EC English 30+

  • “You can enroll in the general course offered by EC English by clicking on the green button in the calculator area of the LanguageCourse.net website, you will be redirected to the registration form that you can complete and proceed to the payment. ”
    Carlos Eduardo, Area Manager from EC English 30+ - Sep 26, 2023

FAQ about EC English 30+, New York

  • English courses at EC English 30+ start at 313 US$ for Vacation English 20 course with 20 lessons per week. When booking here you benefit from an exclusive discount.
  • The accommodation Manhattan Homestay is the most popular among all our clients of EC English 30+
  • Yes. The school offers pickup from Newark Liberty International Airport (195 US$), John F. Kennedy International Airport (195 US$), La Guardia Airport (195 US$)
  • The highest Nationality percentage at EC English 30+ comes from Brazil with a 23% representation, followed by students from France (12%) and Japan (8%).
  • EC English 30+ offers courses from 30 years to 99. Average age is 35 during the summer and 35 for the rest of the year.

PDF brochure / price list of EC English 30+

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