EC English Language Schools: San Francisco
Montgomery Street 100, San Francisco, CA 94104, US
EC English Language Schools: San Francisco
The Academic Semester/Year course focuses on language fluency as a main goal. The four major skills students will practice are reading, writing, speaking and listening. Students are active participants and learn grammar, vocabulary and common expressions by working and speaking with their classmates. The additional 6 lessons in this course allow students extra time to learn and practice all of their newly learned skills.
Please note that the first day is mainly focused on pre-test and orientation
This is the timetable of the student:
08:30 - Student arrival and check-in
09:00 - Placement test and interviews
11:00 - Welcome breakfast and orientation with various EC staff members
12:00 - Welcome tour of school neighbourhood
Students taking courses with 20 or 24 or 26 lessons per week will not have class on the first day due to orientation, while those taking courses with 30 lessons per week will have two classes in the afternoon on the first day after orientation.
Students learn through context and real situations that help them to learn in a natural way. Teachers supply new topics daily, and utilize textbooks, authentic materials and resources, including newspapers, videos and the internet, to show and teach English in an everyday context.
EC San Francisco does not hold classes on the holiday dates above. The school does not compensate for these holidays, so make sure to choose your start date accordingly.
Class schedule may change depending on availability and season.
Average | 11 students |
Maximum | 15 students |
Age range | 16 years old and older |
Average | 24 years old (21 in the summer) |
EC San Francisco is a contemporary space, situated in the heart of the city centre, just off Market Street and a short walk to Union Square. Classrooms surround a large sun-filled lounge, where students can relax and meet their classmates from all over the world.
Launched: 2010
Centre capacity: 222
Classrooms: 15
Minimum age: 16
Students per class: Average 12 (Max. 15)
Wheelchair accessible
School Includes
23 internet connected computers
Free wireless internet access throughout the centre
Library facilities
Self study room for all EC San Francisco students
Interactive whiteboards in every classroom
Starbucks
Social and cultural programme
Student lounge
University Admissions Service
The nationality and age mix at EC English Language Schools: San Francisco varies over different time periods, courses and levels. Throughout the year, the average age is 24. In the summer, the average age is 21.
EC San Francisco does not hold classes on the holiday dates below. The school does not compensate for these holidays, so make sure to choose your start date accordingly.
EC San Francisco is a contemporary space, situated in the heart of the city centre, just off Market Street and a short walk to Union Square. Classrooms surround a large sun-filled lounge, where students can relax and meet their classmates from all over the world.
Classes - poor - classes with > 14 students, no Business English class despite I got a booking confirmation before arrival, that I can visit a Business English class
Teachers - very good
Location - very good
facilities - good/average
activities - good/average- almost no activities for adults, Focus more on students < 25y
housing - good/average, but to far from the City Center
ECSF was centrally location in San Francisco’s Financial District with a stunning view of the city. The facility was posh and cozy at the same time. The Head, Director of teaching and staff were all so friendly and helpful, which made one felt really welcomed. However, although the morning sessions were somewhat helpful, the afternoon “intensive” classes were not well disciplined, in which several rowdy students dominated the class. The teaching skill of the afternoon teacher was not as effective and not much benefits were reaped.
Show details » Read more...This is a modern school with prepared and inspiring teachers.
Show details » Read more...My experience was amazing. To live in SF one month, the climate, food, streets of SF, even to improve my English in different environments not only in academic way.
Show details » Read more...Great experience. Thank you a lot!
Show details » Read more...I loved everything about EC English Language, I met good friends from many countries, I had different activities every day, the teachers showed me the city.
The location is perfect. Because the building of EC is in front of the subway, it's really easy to find.
The housing is a little bit far from EC but I was able to adapt, and the family is wonderful, I miss them.
I improved my English more than I expected. Despite the short time that I had been in San Francisco I did many activities.
It was a great experience and I could repeat it.
The week in San Fran was awesome. Even though I already had a considerable amount of English skill, I chose to attend a language course to meet new people and I did stay in touch with them and came back one year later to see them again.
Show details » Read more...My experience in EC San Francisco was very great! Before I arrive to San Francisco, all of the inscription process was realized. That was cool because I could stay at my homestay and enjoy my travel. All of the classes were dynamic and fun. The homestay was good but my mom in the homestay never cleaned the bedroom. The last day I asked her if I could leave my suitcase one day more because I traveled to Santa Rosa, and she said no, but the way that she told me was very rude, I didn't like that.
Show details » Read more...Negative moments: 1) I've had troubles with accommodation. We have discussed about hostel for one person in the room and we've arranged for it. But when I've come to SF, there wasn't any room for 1 person - it was really bad for me. 2) I want to have classes for business language and we had an arrangement before that I could for 2 weeks study general English and for the second 2 weeks do business language. But actually the school couldn't give me such an opportunity because there was no business group at that time (no one wanted to study business language in a group with me). You suggested for me to study not in a group, but that costs more money. This error is on the side of the managers who are attracting people for education, so I think you should work more precisely with managers to give them certain information about your possibilities. P.S. I hope I will help you to improve the quality of your education.
Show details » Read more...I like studying at the EC, both in San Francisco & San Diego. The only problem for me is that none of the schools are offering a proficiency class, even though they say so on the website. But for me everything else was really great, especially the hospitality at the schools.
Show details » Read more...The school is perfectly located, in the city center. The teachers are really friendly and mostly of them try to organize some activities on their own, out of the school schedule so you can discover places, towns, and villages around SFO with local people. They want to involve you in a great experience that every day allows you enjoy the city and know new people. Unfortunately, I only spent 5 weeks in SFO... Just one recommendation if you are thinking about to go there next summer: take some extra clothes with you because the weather will be colder than you will expect!
Show details » Read more...Homestays are carefully selected and offer students the opportunity to learn more about the local culture in a comfortable setting while studying English in San Francisco. These homes are often between 45 - 65 minutes away from the school by public transport. Families usually offer affordable meal plans that allow you to sample the local cuisine. If you have special requests or diet restrictions (because of religion or health reasons), please let us know in advance. Your housing starts on the Sunday before your first day of class and ends on the Saturday after your last day of class, unless otherwise noted. Learn more about homestay housing
Student residences are more suitable for an independent student, who is looking for clean, basic accommodation at an economic price. All students must be 18+. Your housing starts on the Sunday before your first day of class and ends on the Saturday after your last day of class, unless otherwise noted. Student residences often do not include any meal plan. Learn more about student residence accommodation
EC San Francisco provides some assistance with hotel or hostel reservations or you can reserve a room on your own. Learn more about hostel housing
We cannot apply for visas on behalf of students. However, the school can supply you with all the documentation you need to support your visa application.
If you are studying full time in the United States for more than 18 hours per week, you will receive an I-20 that you need to submit to the US embassy along with your F-1 student visa application. The I-20 has a SEVIS tracking number on it. Students who wish to apply for a student visa must pay the SEVIS fee online before going to the US embassy or consulate for their visa interview.
Your I-20 will be sent to your home address by regular mail at no charge to you. If you wish to receive your paperwork by express mail, you will be charged $80 when you register.
Please note that United States law states that an I-20 can only be issued to students who intend to pursue full-time English language studies. United States law does not permit students to study part-time with an F-1 Student Visa. If you are studying for less than 18 hours per week, you have to apply for a Visitor Visa (B1/B2) on your own.
The closest airport to the school is San Francisco International Airport (SFO).
The school offers airport pickup services. If you wish to be picked up, just give us your flight details and arrival date. The price of a one-way airport transfer from San Francisco International Airport is $95. You must book your airport transfer in advance when you register.
Please note that we do not book flights for our students. If you are researching airfare costs, we recommend using Kayak.com, a search engine that lets you compare flight options from your home country to San Francisco based on your budget, schedule and preferences.
Study abroad worry-free with Language International's health and personal effects insurance coverage. When you book a course with us, you can opt to purchase an international insurance plan that covers not only your health care cost but also loss of your personal belongings. You must book your insurance in advance when you register.
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