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St Giles International San 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: Located in the famous Market Street, close to Chinatown and Union Square and surrounded by shops, cafés and restaurants.
  • The language school St Giles International was founded in San Francisco, USA in 1982.
  • Legal name / parent company: St Giles Schools Languages Ltd
  • Tax registration ID: 596651

English Courses

General Language
Junior
Private
Work & Study
Business
Exam Preparation
Language Plus Activity
Specialty Courses

Information for all courses offered by St Giles International

Lesson duration
50 minutes
Course material
Generally course material has to be purchased by the student. The costs of course material will be approximately 50-70 US$ per course level.
Level test
A test to assess your exact language level takes place at the school on the first day of the course.

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 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

Videos & Photos

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St Giles International

Accreditations and Quality seals
AAIEPNAFSAPreferential Terms in Case of Visa RefusalCEA
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
Written and oral level test is performed. 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 St Giles International and you book here.
Payment methods accepted for payments made directly to the school
Visa - logoMastercard - logoBank Transfer - logo

General school facilities

  • Cafeteria

  • Computer lab

  • Library

  • Lounge

  • Copy machine

  • Printer for student use

  • Free WIFI

  • Classroom equipment

    • Electronic whiteboard in all classrooms

    Number of classrooms: 22

Student Age / Nationality

Average number of students
In summer: 250
Throughout the year: 125
Minimum age of students
16 years
12 years for specific Junior courses
Average number of levels
Adult courses In summer: 6
Adult courses Throughout the year: 6
Average age of students
In summer: 22 years
Throughout the year: 20 years

Top student nationalities

Airport transfer

San Francisco International Airport:
105 US$ one way
210 US$ return (both ways)
Best arrival airport is San Francisco International Airport.
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
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
Dancing
Golf
Horse riding
Music
Sailing
Swimming
Yoga

Examples of leisure activities organized by the school

Adults - Free activities

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Adults - Paid activities

Swimming (USD 5)
Bowling (USD 20)
Cinema (USD 10-12)
Theatre (USD 35+)

Weekend Trips:
1 day: USD 100-200
2 days: USD 355+
* 3 days: USD 325+

Junior - Free activities

-

Junior - Paid activities

-
Leisure programme for juniors (sample):
 Schedule of activities - juniors (PDF)
Schedule of activities - juniors (PDF)

Student opinions about St Giles International , San Francisco

Liked
Some teachers were very good, young and dynamic, we learn a lot.
Overall rating
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Value for money
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
3.0

Rating: 3/5.0

Social activities
3.0

Rating: 3/5.0

Course: General English course am - 8 weeks
1. Oct. 2009
Liked
I love the teachers.
Overall rating
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Value for money
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

City/place
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Facilities (library, classrooms)
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Quality of teaching / language progress
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

School organization
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Social activities
3.0

Rating: 3/5.0

Standard Homestay
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Course: General English 20 - Morning [English] - 2 weeks
27. Nov. 2018
Liked
Environment friendly
Insider tips about what future students should not miss The home stay is an excellent solution to learn English
Overall rating
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Value for money
3.0

Rating: 3/5.0

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
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Social activities
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Standard Homestay
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Course: General English course pm - 10 weeks
15. Jan. 2010

FAQ about St Giles International ,

  • Yes. The school offers pickup from San Francisco International Airport (105 US$)
  • 100% of teachers at St Giles International hold a university degree. 100% hold a recognized language teaching certificate.
  • The highest Nationality percentage at St Giles International comes from Switzerland with a 19% representation, followed by students from Japan (18%) and Korea (11%).
  • St Giles International offers courses from 0 years to 99. Average age is 22 during the summer and 20 for the rest of the year.

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San Francisco
San Francisco city attractiveness rated by our students:
4.7 

Rating: 4.7/5.0

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