Jamaica Language SchoolOcho Rios, Jamaica
- Outdoor swimming pool
- Free assistance in applying to college/university programmes by a qualified consultant.
- Learning progress guarantee.
- Tennis courts.
- Nationality mix could be more balanced. 50% of students are from Switzerland
Location: Jamaica Language School Ocho Rios is an English school located in the ancient fishing town of Ocho Rios, on Jamaica's northern coast. The school is in the Island Village shopping centre and entertainment complex, in the town centre. It is a short walk from Ocho Rios Bay Beach and has many shops, restaurants, eateries and attractions close by.
Course selection: The school's idyllic location helps it provide courses tailored to a range of students with various needs. In addition to a General English Language Experience, which is available to students aged from 12 years, the school also supplies Summer Language programmes for students aged from 8 years, Business English, and Exam Preparation (TOEFL, TOEIC). Students can also study Spanish at this school.
School facilities: The school is a short walk from the coastline and the infamous Ocho Rios Bay Beach. The facilities offer an outdoor swimming pool, a garden, tennis courts, a rooftop terrace, basketball courts, a gym, free after-class access to language learning software, a library and much more. All classrooms are equipped with air conditioning and have ample natural light to create an optimal learning environment.
Social and cultural: Some of the main attractions of Ocho Rios include Ocho Rios Beach, Dunn's River Falls & Park, Turtle River Park, Mystic Mountain Jamaica Adventure and Konoko Falls.
- The language school Jamaica Language School was founded in Ocho Rios, Jamaica in 2015.
- Legal name / parent company: Jamaica ESL Center
- Tax registration ID: 89049
English Courses
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 13 | 16 | 17 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in US$ | |||||||||||
| Price at school Our price | -- | 570 542 | 855 813 | 1140 1083 | 1710 1625 | 2280 2166 | 2850 2708 | 3420 3249 | 3510 3335 | 4320 4104 | 4590 4361 |
This course, which is designed for students who are studying with or without a student visa, provides a fully immersive conversational English learning environment. This will help students improve all four languages skills—speaking, listening, reading, and writing.
Morning: 7:30 - 11:30
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in US$ | -- | 1400 1330 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- |
The school has been incorporated into the Bildungsurlaub school patron which means that; you can now take your English immersion program for professional development with them. It is recognized by Berlin, Brandenburg, Niedersachsen, Rheinland-Pfalz.
Morning: 7:30 - 12:00
Afternoon: 14:00 - 16:00
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 13 | 16 | 17 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in US$ | |||||||||||
| Price at school Our price | -- | 570 542 | 855 813 | 1140 1083 | 1710 1625 | 2280 2166 | 2850 2708 | 3420 3249 | 3640 3458 | 4480 4256 | 4590 4361 |
This is an English immersion course for students who have come from abroad to study English intensively. This course features conversational English classes and lessons designed to help you improve your English skills, including your listening comprehension and reading comprehension.
Additionally, one of the attractive features of this program is its weekly writing workshop component, which takes place to help students sharpen their command of written expression in English.
Morning: 7:30 - 12:00
Afternoon: 13:00 - 17:00
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in US$ | -- | 570 542 | 855 813 | 1140 1083 | 1375 1307 | 1650 1568 | 1925 1829 | 2200 2090 | -- | -- | -- |
Students can participate in daily and weekly activities. Many of these activities are free such as volleyball, football, netball, beach games, swimming and other games.
Activities with extra cost are visits and excursions to museums, theme parks, nature reserves, Dunns River, green grotto caves, dolphin cave, etc. Prices vary according to the activity.
This course is for international students who wish to study English abroad during the summer months in Jamaica.
It provides conversational English classes in the mornings and early afternoons. The late afternoons and evenings are left free so students can enjoy the many group activities, outings, trips, and excursions that the school offers.
This program provides plenty of class time to improve your conversational English skills while still leaving your afternoon and weekends free. So you can take full advantage of the many recreational and leisure activities Jamaica has to offer.
Morning: 8:00 - 11:00
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in US$ | -- | 570 542 | 855 813 | 1140 1083 | 1375 1307 | 1650 1568 | 1925 1829 | 2200 2090 | -- | -- | -- |
Students can participate in daily and weekly activities. Many of these activities are free such as: volleyball, football, netball, beach games, swimming and other games.
Activities with extra cost are: visits and excursions to museums, theme parks, nature reserves, Dunns River, green grotto caves, dolphin cave, etc. Prices vary according to the activity.
This course is for international students who wish to study English abroad during the summer months in Jamaica.
It provides conversational English classes in the mornings and early afternoons. The late afternoons and evenings are left free so students can enjoy the many group activities, outings, trips, and excursions that the school offers.
This program provides plenty of class time to improve your conversational English skills while still leaving your afternoon and weekends free. So you can take full advantage of the many recreational and leisure activities Jamaica has to offer.
Morning: 8:00 - 11:00
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in US$ | |||||||||||
| Price at school Our price | 1250 1188 | 2500 2375 | 3750 3563 | 5000 4750 | 6250 5938 | 7500 7125 | 8750 8313 | 10000 9500 | 12500 11875 | 15000 14250 | 1250 1188 |
This course is for students who prefer a private language class format. Offered at all levels, this program provides the greatest possible scheduling convenience and flexibility.
Students who enroll in this program can select their own class schedule and meet with a private English tutor during one-on-one classes. These are custom-designed to help each student improve his or her English language skills.
Morning: 7:30 - 12:00
Afternoon: 13:00 - 16:00
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 13 | 16 | 17 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in US$ | |||||||||||
| Price at school Our price | -- | 1040 988 | 1560 1482 | 2080 1976 | 3060 2907 | 4080 3876 | 5000 4750 | 6000 5700 | 6370 6052 | 7840 7448 | 8160 7752 |
This program helps students develop the language skills needed to thrive in today’s global business community.
It is offered at the low, intermediate, and high levels. The latter two levels are the ideal choice for those who need to communicate effectively in English in a business setting or other professional environments.
The school´s instructors are experts not only in English but also in business terms and concepts that are presented in class. You can be sure that you will receive language instructions from experienced professionals who have the skills and experience to help you achieve your language learning goals.
Morning: 8:00 - 12:00
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 13 | 16 | 17 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in US$ | |||||||||||
| Price at school Our price | 600 570 | 1200 1140 | 1800 1710 | 2400 2280 | 3600 3420 | 4800 4560 | 6000 5700 | 7200 6840 | 7800 7410 | 9600 9120 | 10200 9690 |
This program helps students develop the language skills needed to thrive in today’s global business community.
It is offered at the low, intermediate, and high levels. The latter two levels are the ideal choice for those who need to communicate effectively in English in a business setting or other professional environments.
The school´s instructors are experts not only in English but also in business terms and concepts that are presented in class. You can be sure that you will receive language instructions from experienced professionals who have the skills and experience to help you achieve your language learning goals.
Morning: 7:30 - 11:30
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in US$ | 12500 11875 | 2500 2375 | -- | 4800 4560 | -- | -- | -- | 7000 6650 | -- | -- | -- |
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in US$ | -- | 2435 2314 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | 4850 4608 | -- | -- | -- |
Information for all courses offered by Jamaica Language School
Additional fees:
- JLS Online Learning fee: USD 85
- Testing and Academic Service Fee: USD 20 (per academic quarter)
- Medical Insurance (non-refundable): USD 100
- I-20 Extension Application Fee (non-refundable): USD 200
- College Admissions Seminar (4 hours): USD 250
- College Admissions Consulting (5 hourly private sessions): USD 500
01 Jan 2024, 19 Apr 2024, 22 Apr 2024, 25 May 2024, 01 Aug 2024, 06 Aug 2024, 19 Oct 2024, 25 Dec 2024, 26 Dec 2024.
Lessons needed per English language level
Our price includes
- INCLUDED Internet access and use of school computers
- INCLUDED Free access to swimming pool
- INCLUDED Wireless LAN zone at school
- INCLUDED Free certificate of course attendance
- INCLUDED Language level placement test at first day of classes
- 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
- INCLUDED Paid assistance in finding flats for long-term students at 100US$
- INCLUDED Learning progress guarantee
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Jamaica Language School
“Thousands of students from around the world have chosen us as their destination of choice to study ”
HEART TRUST/NCTVET
General school facilities
Cafeteria
Restaurant
Microwave for student use
Fridge for student use
Snack vending machine
Drink vending machine
Library
Free after-class access to language learning software
Games room
Lounge
Auditorium
Garden
Rooftop terrace
Balcony / terrace
Student support desk
Copy machine
Printer for student use
Gym
Volleyball court
Basketball court
Soccer field / football pitch
Tennis courts
Table tennis
Outdoor swimming pool
Free WIFI
Free parking
Non-smoking (all indoor areas, but not all outdoor areas of school)
Smoking zones (outdoors)
Tourist information
Assistance with entrance ticket purchases
Assistance with reservations for restaurants, bars, clubs
Assistance with organizing transportation
Laundry (paid)
Dry cleaning (paid)
Ironing service (paid)
Babysitter (paid)
Facilities for islamic students
Available area to pray at the school
Facilities to wash feet before praying
Homestay option that can prepare halal food
Homestay option for female islamic students where no men are living in household and that prepare halal food
Arabic homestays available
Classroom equipment
TV in some classrooms
Electronic whiteboard in some classrooms
Air conditioning in all classrooms
Heating in some classrooms
Ample natural light in all classrooms
Number of classrooms: 4Number of public PC workstations: 6Facilities for disabled students
Disabled car park
Wheelchair access to classroom
Accessible Toilet
Wheelchair access to reception
Wheelchair access to cafeteria
Student Age / Nationality
Top student nationalities
Age of students
Airport transfer
200 US$ return (both ways)
300 US$ return (both ways)
Visa Documents
Leisure activities
| activity possible | distance from school | |
|---|---|---|
| Baseball | | 0.5 km |
| Basketball | | 0.5 km |
| Cooking | | 0.5 km |
| Cricket | | 0.5 km |
| Dancing | | 0.5 km |
| Diving | | 0.5 km |
| Football (soccer) | | 0.5 km |
| Golf | - | 0.5 km |
| Horse riding | | 0.5 km |
| Mountainbiking | | 0.5 km |
| Music | | 0.5 km |
| Sailing | | 0.5 km |
| Swimming | | 0.5 km |
| Table Tennis | | - |
| Tennis | | 0.5 km |
| Volleyball | | 0.5 km |
| Windsurfing | | 0.5 km |
| Yoga | | 0.5 km |
Examples of leisure activities organized by the school
Adults - Free activities
-Playing Beach Volleyball
-Relaxing on the Beach With Friends From Around the World
-Going on Organized Trips to Area Attractions
-Taking in Show at the Local Movie Theater
-Sightseeing Around the Ocho Rios Area
Adults - Paid activities
Junior - Free activities
-Playing Beach Volleyball
-Relaxing on the Beach With Friends From Around the World
-Going on Organized Trips to Area Attractions
-Taking in Show at the Local Movie Theater
-Sightseeing Around the Ocho Rios Area
Junior - Paid activities
Accommodation
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week | One-time fee (charged by school) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in US$ | 500 | 1000 | 1500 | 2000 | 2500 | 3000 | 3500 | 4000 | 5000 | 6000 | 500 | 250 |
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per person
Home stay provides a safe and comfortable environment to live in while you are in Jamaica. Choosing to stay with a host family will give you valuable exposure to the daily life and customs of the average Jamaican. An additional bonus is that you will be able to practice English in a natural setting and pick up common expressions quickly and easily. In a private home, you will also have the option of enjoying home cooked meals (breakfast and dinner, depending on accommodation package selected).The school has a strong network of homestay families ready to host international students. Every family is individually screened and carefully selected by the Accommodations Manager.
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week | One-time fee (charged by school) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in US$ | 390 | 780 | 1170 | 1560 | 1950 | 2340 | 2730 | 3120 | 3900 | 4680 | 390 | 250 |
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per person
Home stay provides a safe and comfortable environment to live in while you are in Jamaica. Choosing to stay with a host family will give you valuable exposure to the daily life and customs of the average Jamaican. An additional bonus is that you will be able to practice English in a natural setting and pick up common expressions quickly and easily. In a private home, you will also have the option of enjoying home cooked meals (breakfast and dinner, depending on accommodation package selected).The school has a strong network of homestay families ready to host international students. Every family is individually screened and carefully selected by the Accommodations Manager.
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week | One-time fee (charged by school) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in US$ | 413 | 826 | 1239 | 1652 | 2065 | 2478 | 2891 | 3304 | 4130 | 4956 | 413 | 250 |
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per person
This living option gives you the ability to express your independence during your stay in Jamaica. You will only be a short commute away from the Jamaica Language School Center and all of the area's lively entertainment options. Furnished apartments are available with single or shared bedrooms, laundry rooms, kitchens, and a living room.
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week | One-time fee (charged by school) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in US$ | 553 | 1106 | 1659 | 2212 | 2765 | 3318 | 3871 | 4424 | 5530 | 6636 | 553 | 250 |
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per person
This living option gives you the ability to express your independence during your stay in Jamaica. You will only be a short commute away from the Jamaica Language School Center and all of the area's lively entertainment options. Furnished apartments are available with single or shared bedrooms, laundry rooms, kitchens, and a living room.
Questions and answers about Jamaica Language School
- Do you teach any other language other than English?“Jamaica Language School Ocho Rios is specialized in teaching English as a second language.”Ana Carolina Dos Santos, LanguageCourse.Net - Feb 03, 2023
FAQ about Jamaica Language School, Ocho Rios
- Are there any age limits?“No, the school only requires a minimum age of 18 to access the courses, which are open to all students over the age of 18, without any limits.”Antonio Zoppo, Language Travel Consultant from LanguageCourse.Net - May 29, 2023
- I would like to do an individual intensive course in the period from mid-July to mid-September.“The school offers a private tuition course but with a fixed duration of 1 week, we recommend in this case their Language Experience course which, having a small number of maximum 10 students, can certainly offer a very good teacher attention for the student, especially compared to other group courses which generally have 15-16 students.”Antonio Zoppo, Language Travel Consultant from LanguageCourse.Net - May 29, 2023
- What is the number of students per class at Jamaica Language School?Depending on the chosen course, the maximum number of students at Jamaica Language School varies from 1 students (Private Lessons) to 12 students (Bildungsurlaub)
- What is the qualification of the teachers at Jamaica Language School?100% of teachers at Jamaica Language School hold a university degree. 100% hold a recognized language teaching certificate.
- Which countries are students of Jamaica Language School from?The highest Nationality percentage at Jamaica Language School comes from Switzerland with a 50% representation, followed by students from Germany (20%) and Brazil (10%).
- Is this price lower than booking directly with the school?Yes, there is an exclusive discount that only applies when booking online here.
- Jamaica Language School offers courses for which ages?Jamaica Language School offers courses from 8 years (Summer Language Adventure, 25 lessons per week) to 99. Average age is 20 during the summer and 35 for the rest of the year.
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