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5.0

Rating: 5.0/5.0

Overall school rating of OHC English, Boston
Ranked #14 of 17 English schools in Boston
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
5.0 

Rating: 5.0/5.0

Course
Quality of teaching
5.0 

Rating: 5.0/5.0

Value for money
4.0 

Rating: 4.0/5.0

What we like about the school
  • Welcome pack for new students with a map of the city, a map of the subway system, and the monthly events calendar.
  • Every afternoon free organized leisure activities for adults and juniors
How we create the points regarding what we like/dislike about a school

Location: OHC English, Boston, is located in the Back Bay East neighbourhood of Boston. It sits just on the edge of the Boston Commons and the Public Gardens, and is a short walk from the Charles River. The immediate vicinity around the school is filled with shops, restaurants and cafes.

Public transportation: Arlington light rail service station is just down the street from the school premises. This line connects throughout the city, crossing the Craigie Drawbridge to the other side of Boston. The Back Bay transit station is a 10-minute walk from the school, and from here it is possible to to catch a variety of bus routes, trains services and the orange subway lines.

School chain: OHC English offers English language courses in the UK, Canada, Ireland, Australia and the USA. An experience-based approach is taught in the classroom and this is mirrored throughout the schools with English being spoken by all, creating an immersive learning environment.
  • Legal name / parent company: Oxford House (Holdings) Limited
  • Tax registration ID: 2701035
  • Abbreviated name of school: OHC Boston

English Courses

General Language
Private
Business

Information for all courses offered by OHC English

Comments about courses

Individual lessons:
1 to 4: USD 80 per lesson.
5 to 9: USD 75 per lesson.
10 to 14: USD 70 per lesson.
15+: USD 65 per lesson.

Material fee:
1 to 10 weeks: USD 55.
11 to 20 weeks: USD 110.
21 to 30 weeks: USD 160.
31+ weeks: USD 180.

  • Student Insurance (minimum 2 weeks): USD 2.75 per day.

    Tourist Visa holders do not attend the final class on Friday afternoon.

    Cambridge exam fee:

  • USD 390

    Courier Fee for Cambridge Exam:

  • USD 45 Domestic
  • USD 95 International
Lesson duration
55 minutes
School's administrative fee
150.00 US$
Course material
Generally course material has to be purchased by the student. The costs of course material will be approximately 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):
01 Jan 2024, 19 Feb 2024, 29 Mar 2024, 27 May 2024, 19 Jun 2024, 04 Jul 2024, 02 Sep 2024, 28 Nov 2024, 29 Nov 2024, 23 Dec 2024 - 27 Dec 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.
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.

Our price includes

  • 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 For junior courses: every afternoon free organized leisure program
  • INCLUDED For adult courses: every afternoon free organized leisure program
  • INCLUDED For adult courses: a minimum of one free organized leisure activity per week
Note: All courses offered by OHC English, Boston can be reserved online with LanguageCourse.Net at a lower price than what you pay when booking directly at the school or at the school's website. In case a course is not listed above, just let us know.

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OHC English (OHC)

Accreditations and Quality seals
ACCETNAFSASEVPPreferential Terms in Case of Visa Refusal
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
Offer for returning students
You will be refunded/waived the school's administration fee If you already attended previously a course at OHC English and you book here.
Payment methods accepted for payments made directly to the school
Visa - logoMastercard - logoAmerican Express - logoBank Transfer - logo

General school facilities

  • Kitchen for student use

  • Microwave for student use

  • Fridge for student use

  • Computer lab

  • Student support desk

  • Free water dispenser

  • Free WIFI

  • Facilities for islamic students

    • Homestay option that can prepare halal food

  • Classroom equipment

    • Air conditioning in all classrooms

    • Heating in all classrooms

    • Ample natural light in most classrooms

    Number of classrooms: 6
    Number of public PC workstations: 5

    Facilities for disabled students

    • Wheelchair access to classroom

    • Accessible Toilet

    • Wheelchair access to reception

Student Age / Nationality

Minimum age of students
16 years
Average number of levels
Adult courses In summer: 3
Adult courses Throughout the year: 3
Junior courses In summer: 3
Junior courses Throughout the year: 3
Average age of students
In summer: 19 years
Throughout the year: 26 years

Top student nationalities

Age of students

Airport transfer

Logan International Airport:
165 US$ one way
285 US$ return (both ways)
More information about airports around Boston and how to get from the airport to Boston on your own here on our Boston 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)
105 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 possibledistance from school
Baseball2 km
Basketball2 km
Dancing2 km
Golf2 km
Ice Hockey2 km
Sailing2 km
Skiing15 km
Yoga2 km

Examples of leisure activities organized by the school

Adults - Free activities

Coffee talk, trivia night, Free Thursdays at the ICA.

Adults - Paid activities

NEC Symphony, Irish Film Festival, Flamenco Festival, Spring Wine Fest, and more.

Accommodation

Student opinions about OHC English, Boston

Verified reviews only, uncensored. All student opinions from students who booked a course at the school with LanguageCourse.net.
Liked
I really liked the atmosphere in the school. The commitment and skills of my two teachers were excellent. I'll be happy to come back when I'm in Boston :)
Overall rating
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Value for money
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

City/place
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Facilities (library, classrooms)
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Quality of teaching / language progress
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

School organization
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Social activities
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Course: General English - Tourist Visa - 1 week
25. Jul. 2023

Questions and answers about OHC English

  • Unfortunately not, we do not have an offer for students.
    Adriana, Grunberg from Student Services - May 02, 2023

FAQ about OHC English, Boston

  • English courses at Oxford House College start at 333 US$ for General English - Tourist Visa course with 19 lessons per week. When booking here you benefit from an exclusive discount.
  • Yes. The school offers pickup from Logan International Airport (165 US$)
  • Depending on the chosen course, the maximum number of students at Oxford House College varies from 1 students (One-to-One Lessons) to 16 students (General English - Tourist Visa)
  • 100% of teachers at OHC English hold a university degree. 100% hold a recognized language teaching certificate.
  • The highest Nationality percentage at OHC English comes from Brazil with a 27% representation, followed by students from Turkey (15%) and Germany (9%).
  • Yes, there is an exclusive discount that only applies when booking online here.
  • OHC English offers courses from 16 years to 99. Average age is 19 during the summer and 26 for the rest of the year.

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