Best English schools in Honolulu by category
Honolulu Language School Ranking based on student ratings - 10 schools
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English course types in Honolulu
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General English courses
General adult courses cover the main elements of the English language for all levels and have various options including number of lessons per week and course duration.- Learn English & Live with Teacher - Honolulu (51)
- English & Culture - Honolulu (26)
- Standard English Course - Honolulu (19)
- Combi: Group + Private - Honolulu (4)
- Small Group (max 6 students) - Honolulu (3)
- Super Intensive English (+35h) - Honolulu (2)
- English Conversation / Communication - Honolulu (2)
- Senior (50 plus) - Honolulu (1)
- Language Year - Honolulu (1)
- Afternoon - Honolulu (1)
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English exam preparation courses
Courses designed around understanding and completing specific English exams are valuable for students needing validation for employment, immigration or higher education. -
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English plus activity courses
English plus activity courses are available in different combinations, so students can select the option most suitable to their timetable to enjoy their chosen hobby. -
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Junior English courses
Junior English courses are available as a day course or as a package with accommodation and activities included. These are often divided into two age ranges; children and teens. -
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Private English courses
One-to-one classes in English are available in bundles which can be added to general English courses or as a stand alone course. -
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Business English courses
Private or group business classes teach the English terminology in a general business environment or specialise in a particular field of interest. -
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Specialty courses English
Lessons that do not follow the normal structure of a English language course in a classroom are found in the Specialty course category. -
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Work & Study English programmes
Work & Study packages combine general English classes with an internship, volunteering programme or an academic preparation course for further education.
Honolulu ratings & opinions
How our students rated their experience in Honolulu
What school directors said about Honolulu
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Most recent student reviews of language schools in Honolulu
Teachers, friendly, activities, practice.
It would be better with closer homes.
12 February 2019
Course: General English (20) - 4 weeks
Student age: 35 years
Attitude and understanding.
I liked that they give you a language certificate and there is an opportunity to pass evaluation tests.
29 October 2018
Course: General English (16) - 2 weeks
Student age: 48 years
I love the people who work there, the activities and the great location.
My accommodation was great. I stayed in an 8-person female dorm room in Waikiki Beachside Hostel. At first I thought that would be crowded but later I was happy to choose that. Hostel was great and clean, you have a kitchen and bathroom in the room and you share it with at most 7 other people. It was a great opportunity to meet more people and practice English. And also it was a great walk by the beach from hostel to the school everyday. I saw lots of rainbows :)
28 February 2017
Course: Short Term English Program STEP - 11 weeks
Student age: 34 years
Chosing for this destination "Study Live in your teacher's home" is really not the best value for money even if the family does its best.
28 July 2015
Course: Standard Programme - 1 week
Student age: 105 years
friendly, organized and ready to solve you any kind of problem
one of the best I've ever attended
24 November 2014
Course: Short Term English Program STEP - 2 weeks
Student age: 42 years
Very flexible
Relatively small school; we only had one C1 course which definitely did not meet this level.
4 October 2014
Course: General English (20) - 4 weeks
Student age: 19 years
teachers and activities
It's a good school, with competent and fun teacher.
23 June 2014
Course: Short Term English Program STEP - 4 weeks
Student age: 35 years
Location in the heart of Waikiki, activities and diversity of students.
17 December 2013
Course: Short Term English Program STEP - 4 weeks
Student age: 25 years
- Classes too big (> 10)
- Mediocre teaching material
- no Advanced course
25 November 2013
Course: Short Term English Program STEP - 2 weeks
Student age: 54 years
The nice teachers, funny social activities
7 May 2013
Course: Short Term English Program STEP - 3 weeks
Student age: 24 years
Very centrally located, kindness of the staff, partially very good teachers.
In part, poor structure of the classes, in the higher levels (core600) over 70% of the students were German-speaking which was tedious.
23 January 2012
Course: Intensive English Program IEP - 6 weeks
Student age: 33 years
The people that i met there
enjoy it!
9 November 2011
Course: Short Term English Program STEP - 3 weeks
Student age: 24 years
The proximity to the beach and the friendliness of the staff.
The level of education was too low and I could not switch to another class because I was already in the highest level (600). I should add that I have difficulty learning languages.
21 March 2011
Course: Intensive English Program IEP - 4 weeks
Student age: 24 years
The school was located near the centre and the beach
2 March 2011
Course: Short Term English Program STEP - 12 weeks
Student age: 67 years
Teachers
In the residence there are enough cockroaches. It is a common animal in Honolulu.
22 November 2010
Course: Intensive English Program IEP - 6 weeks
Student age: 29 years
Very good teachers, and above all their director
12 October 2010
Course: Intensive English Program IEP - 4 weeks
Student age: 24 years
Information about Honolulu
Key Facts about Honolulu
- Student price index excluding rent:96* (4% cheaper than New York)
- Student price index including rent:80* (20% cheaper than New York)
- Price index food only:104* (4% more expensive than New York)
- Residential voltage: 120 V
- Frequency: 60 Hz
Weather in Honolulu
Events in Honolulu
11 June 2023This parade celebrates King Kamehameha and the eight Hawaiian islands. Features of the parade include women on horseback, warriors and much more.
04 July 2023For the Fourth of July, the city of Honolulu puts on an amazing fireworks display to celebrate independence.
07 December 2023This event commemorates the attack on Pearl Harbor where many people lost their lives.
31 December 2023Come celebrate New Year's Eve by attending a waterfront dinner, entertainment and an amazing fireworks display on the beach.
What to do in Honolulu
Arrival airport
Public transportation to city center:
Every 30 minutes, 30 minutes.
Main stops: Airport upper level, NMITZ HWY+Rodgers BL, NIMITZ HWY+Lagoon DR, NIMITZ HWY+Puuhale RD, NIMITZ HWY Opp Alakawa St, Pacific St, IWLEI RD + N King St, S King St + Alakea St, Punchbowl St + Halekauwila St
Taxi: 10 minutes drive to city center of Honolulu
Q&A - Questions and answers about Honolulu
- Summer camps“Are you looking for summer camps for kids and teens? If so, could you please let us know the age of the student, the start date and the duration of the course? We can then make school recommendations based on your options. Thank you.”Mindlere Shin, LanguageCourse.Net - May 11, 2023If I want a higher average age, is it better to go in the summer or the winter?“The avergage age is usually lower during the summer months.”Louise Granath, LanguageCourse.Net - Nov 30, 2022I am 17 years old, from Germany and would like to improve my English in Honolulu for half a year. Which of the schools is most suitable?“The Global Village Hawaii (average age in summer: 23 years, rest of the year: 26 years) or the Honolulu English School (average age in summer: 21 years, rest of the year: 25 years) are particularly suitable for you. These are the two schools with a fairly balanced distribution of nationalities compared to Central Pacific College, which mainly has Japanese over 30 students. Language trips to Hawaii are particularly popular with students from Japan and Switzerland, but other countries such as Italy, Korea, Germany and Brazil are also well represented. A colorful mix of nationalities and cultures will await you during your language course!”Sabine Krafack, LanguageCourse.Net - Nov 24, 2022
FAQ about courses in Honolulu
- What is the best language school for adults in Honolulu?Global Village Hawaii has received the best overall rating in Honolulu.Which English school in Honolulu has the best location?Honolulu English School, located in 2155 Kalakaua Ave. - Suite 700, Waikiki has been voted as the school with the best location in Honolulu.What is the best airport to arrive to in Honolulu?Best airport to arrive to in Honolulu is Daniel K. Inouye International (7.2 km from city center). See information about all arrivals and airport information for Honolulu.What type of business English courses are offered in Honolulu?In Honolulu the following courses are offered specifically for business English: Business English Private.Do schools in Honolulu offer courses to prepare for English exams? Which exams?Schools in Honolulu offer specific preparation courses for the following exams: TOEFL, TOEIC, Cambridge First, Cambridge Advanced, Cambridge Proficiency, IELTS.I am in China and want to study English in Honolulu. I am 50 years old. I wonder if I could study in your school?“In Honolulu, only Home Language International-HLI offers courses for students over the age of 50. This is a one-to-one "Study & Live in your Teacher's Home " programme. You can find out more information about the course "Language and Activities for Seniors". If you don't mind taking classes with other age groups, you can also choose courses at other schools in Honolulu.”Susan Wang, Language Travel Consultant Chinese from LanguageCourse.Net - Dec 08, 2022
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