Embassy EnglishSan Francisco, USA
English courses at this language school can not be booked on our site. The information is provided in order to orient our visitors about the complete range of language course options available in San Francisco.
Location: The San Francisco centre is located at Pier 39 Fisherman's Wharf, a historic and iconic touristic area of San Francisco. It is a safe and secure area with views of San Francisco Bay and the famous Alcatraz Island.
- The language school Embassy English was founded in San Francisco, USA in 1992.
- Legal name / parent company: Center for English Studies LLC
- Tax registration ID: 20-1794267
English Courses
General Language
Standard (GE1) ![Popular English course]( "Popular English course")
Standard Course ![Popular English course]( "Popular English course")
Intensive (GE2)
Intensive Course
Intensive Course 30 Plus
Language Semester Abroad
Standard Course 30 Plus
Standard Plus Course 30 Plus
Standard Plus Program
Travel and Culture Programme
Vacation and Travel English
Language Semester Abroad (24)
Language Semester Abroad (28)
Junior
Junior Course (16+ years)
Private
One-to-One (PL1)
Business
Certificate of Business English (GE2B)
IBE Intensive Business English
Exam Preparation
TOEFL Exam Preparation (20)
TOEFL Exam Preparation (24)
TOEFL Exam Preparation (28)
Information for all courses offered by Embassy English
Lesson duration
45 minutes
Course material
Generally course material has to be purchased by the student. The costs of course material will be approximately 20 US$ per course level.
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
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 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
- INCLUDED Free consultation about suitable college/university programs by a qualified consultant
- INCLUDED Free assistance in applying to college/university programs by a qualified consultant
Embassy English
Accreditations and Quality seals
English USAEnglish 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 8:45
Offer for returning students
You will be refunded/waived the school's administration fee If you already attended previously a course at Embassy English and you book here.
Payment methods accepted for payments made directly to the school
General school facilities
Kitchen for student use
Microwave for student use
Fridge for student use
Snack vending machine
Drink vending machine
Computer lab
Library
Free after-class access to language learning software
Movie room
Games room
Lounge
Student support desk
Copy machine
Table tennis
Free coffee
Free water dispenser
Free WIFI
Facilities for islamic students
Available area to pray at the school
Facilities to wash feet before praying
Homestay option for female islamic students where no men are living in household and that prepare halal food
Classroom equipment
TV in some classrooms
Electronic whiteboard in all classrooms
Air conditioning in all classrooms
Heating in all classrooms
Ample natural light in all classrooms
Number of classrooms: 7Number of public PC workstations: 10Facilities for disabled students
Wheelchair access to classroom
Accessible Toilet
Wheelchair access to reception
Wheelchair access to cafeteria
Adapted for deaf students
Adapted for blind students
Additional comment about facilities of school
* Shared space with Alliant International University
Student Age / Nationality
Average number of students
Throughout the year: 90
Minimum age of students
16 years
14 years for specific Junior courses
Average number of levels
Adult courses In summer: 6
Adult courses Throughout the year: 6
Average age of students
Top student nationalities
Age of students
Airport transfer
San Francisco International Airport:
140 US$ one way
280 US$ return (both ways)
280 US$ return (both ways)
Best arrival airport is San Francisco international.
More information about airports around San Francisco and how to get from the airport to San Francisco on your own here on our San Francisco 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
Express shipment fee (via courier)
60 US$
Leisure activities
| activity possible | distance from school | |
|---|---|---|
| Ballet | | 3 km |
| Basketball | | 1 km |
| Dancing | | 2 km |
| Football (soccer) | | 1 km |
| Golf | | 3 km |
| Music | | 3 km |
| Sailing | | 1 km |
| Skiing | | 150 km |
| Swimming | | 2 km |
| Table Tennis | | 1 km |
| Tennis | | 3 km |
| Yoga | | 1 km |
Examples of leisure activities organized by the school
Adults - Free activities
Movies at school
School cultural days
School parties
Language exchanges with Alliant University students, etc
School cultural days
School parties
Language exchanges with Alliant University students, etc
Adults - Paid activities
Bowling
Baseball games
Football games
Aquarium
Museums
Alcatraz Island
Angel Island
Sausalito, etc.
Baseball games
Football games
Aquarium
Museums
Alcatraz Island
Angel Island
Sausalito, etc.
Leisure programme for adults (sample):
Sample of activities for adults (PDF)![]()
Student opinions about Embassy English, San Francisco
Verified reviews only, uncensored. All student opinions from students who booked a course at the school with LanguageCourse.net.
Roberto
25 years
“Organization of activities, friendship and availability of teachers”
Insider tips about what future students should not miss The school is good in the complex but the teaching level is not so high in certain classes
Overall rating
4.0
Value for money
4.0
City/place
5.0
Facilities (library, classrooms)
5.0
Quality of teaching / language progress
3.0
School organization
4.0
Social activities
5.0
Other comments In this school you can improve your listening comprehension and your skills in the speach but, personally I didn't have enaugh grammar in my class (upper intermediate class). I want to say that teachers are very friendly and polite and very often you can go out with them and enjoy the city all together
Course: Intensive English (GE 2) - 6 weeks
3. Jan. 2007
Beatriz
22 years“The teachers are very kind and funny”
Insider tips about what future students should not miss speaking always in english!!!
Overall rating
5.0
Value for money
4.0
City/place
5.0
Facilities (library, classrooms)
5.0
Quality of teaching / language progress
5.0
School organization
4.0
Social activities
5.0
Homestay Executive
5.0
Other comments I had a good time in the school and i learned to lose the shame when i spoke with the people.
Course: Standard English (GE 1) - 3 weeks
18. Oct. 2007
Aurélie
“Students from all around the world”
Insider tips about what future students should not miss better for students older than 18
Overall rating
4.0
Value for money
4.0
City/place
5.0
Facilities (library, classrooms)
4.0
Quality of teaching / language progress
5.0
School organization
4.0
Social activities
3.0
Other comments very good school, I will come back with pleasure
Course: Standard English (GE 1) - 2 weeks
5. Sep. 2007
Heribert
34 years“Friendly and relaxed atmosphere.”
Overall rating
5.0
Value for money
5.0
City/place
5.0
Facilities (library, classrooms)
4.0
Quality of teaching / language progress
4.0
School organization
4.0
Social activities
5.0
Other comments One week is too short. It should be at least two weeks.
Course: Standard (GE1) - 1 week
26. Apr. 2010
Benjamin
37 years“Quality of teaching, atmosphere.”
Insider tips about what future students should not miss contact the host family in advance to communicate the arrival details. As a matter of course.
Overall rating
4.0
Value for money
4.0
City/place
5.0
Facilities (library, classrooms)
4.0
Quality of teaching / language progress
4.0
School organization
4.0
Social activities
3.0
Guest Room
5.0
Daniel
29 years“Friendly teachers and students.”
Overall rating
4.0
Value for money
3.0
City/place
4.0
Facilities (library, classrooms)
4.0
Quality of teaching / language progress
4.0
School organization
4.0
Social activities
4.0
Course: Standard (GE1) - 1 week
26. Apr. 2010
Simona
23 years“The ability to teach with fun”
Insider tips about what future students should not miss Impossible to feel alone, it makes friends with everybody and you feel like a big family!
Overall rating
4.0
Value for money
4.0
City/place
5.0
Facilities (library, classrooms)
5.0
Quality of teaching / language progress
5.0
School organization
4.0
Social activities
4.0
Homestay
1.0
Course: Standard English (GE 1) - 8 weeks
5. Dec. 2007
Fedor
“Course structure and mix”
Overall rating
5.0
Value for money
4.0
City/place
5.0
Facilities (library, classrooms)
5.0
Quality of teaching / language progress
5.0
School organization
5.0
Social activities
3.0
Course: Standard English (GE 1) - 2 weeks
19. Dec. 2005
M. Teresa
25 years“SOCIAL RELATIONS”
Overall rating
4.0
Value for money
3.0
City/place
4.0
Facilities (library, classrooms)
3.0
Quality of teaching / language progress
4.0
School organization
4.0
Social activities
4.0
Course: Standard English (GE 1) - 3 weeks
19. Oct. 2007
Renzo André
“The classmates”
Overall rating
4.0
Value for money
3.0
City/place
5.0
Facilities (library, classrooms)
3.0
Quality of teaching / language progress
4.0
School organization
4.0
Social activities
4.0
Homestay Executive
3.0
Course: Standard English (GE 1) - 3 weeks
10. Nov. 2007
Iván
22 years“My partners”
Insider tips about what future students should not miss To speak in english
Overall rating
4.0
Value for money
4.0
City/place
4.0
Facilities (library, classrooms)
3.0
Quality of teaching / language progress
4.0
School organization
4.0
Social activities
4.0
Course: Standard English (GE 1) - 3 weeks
8. Nov. 2007
Anonymous
20 years“Teachers!”
Overall rating
4.0
Value for money
City/place
5.0
Facilities (library, classrooms)
3.0
Quality of teaching / language progress
4.0
School organization
4.0
Social activities
3.0
Course: General
26. Sep. 2004
Adrian
20 years“Teachers”
Overall rating
4.0
Value for money
3.0
City/place
5.0
Facilities (library, classrooms)
4.0
Quality of teaching / language progress
5.0
School organization
4.0
Social activities
5.0
Homestay
4.0
Course: Standard (GE1) - 3 weeks
22. Oct. 2008
Other language schools in San Francisco offering English courses:
- California Language Academy
- Converse International School of Languages Junior Centre, UC Berkeley
- EC English
- EF International Language Center
- Influent
- InTuition
- Kaplan International Languages - Berkeley, Berkeley
- English school in San Francisco: LSI - Language Studies International
- Oxford International Education Junior Centre
- Study & Live in your Teacher's Home
- TALK English Schools
FAQ about Embassy English, San Francisco
- Is airport pickup offered by Embassy English?Yes. The school offers pickup from San Francisco International Airport (140 US$)
- What is the qualification of the teachers at Embassy English?100% of teachers at Embassy English hold a university degree. 100% hold a recognized language teaching certificate.
- Which countries are students of Embassy English from?The highest Nationality percentage at Embassy English comes from Japan with a 15% representation, followed by students from Korea (15%) and Brazil (10%).
- Embassy English offers courses for which ages?Embassy English offers courses from years to 99. Average age is 21 during the summer and 24 for the rest of the year.
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San Francisco city attractiveness rated by our students:
4.7
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