English school in Miami

GENERAL DESCRIPTION
Located on the coast and just in front of the Brickell Island, our English school is ideally situated for those who enjoy the sun and the beach!
Date of creation: 1981
Facilities: 21 spacious classrooms, 3 equipped areas with more than 40 computers with the internet and an area to relax. A swimming pool, a jacuzzi, a cafeteria, a sport room, a bakery and  restaurant are available for students as well as Wifi access.

HIGHLIGHTS
Learn English in Miami! If you are looking for a place to learn English, this language school is the place for you! The staff is very friendly and classes are never boring! The location is great and the atmosphere is ideal to learn English, to meet different cultures and to practice sports. You will surely appreciate the quality of the teaching by experienced teachers as well as all the facilities offered by the school: swimming pool, gym centre, lunchroom... The only drawback of the English school, for native Spanish-speakers, is the bilingualism of the city, as most of the inhabitants speak Spanish fluently and on a daily-basis. However, for those who desire to study both languages, this school is an excellent choice! You can add Spanish courses to your program if you want!

COURSES
Type of course: General English or TOEFL/IELTS preparation
Numeber of classes: 15 or 20 courses/week
Class duration: 50 min
Course content: grammar basics, listening and speaking, reading, writing and basics in pronunciation.
General English: 20 courses per week
TOEFL/IELTS preparation: (15 courses per week). Level required: intermediate advanced . 
Test on arrival: yes
Course level: from beginner to advanced
Number of students /class: 15 students maximum of different nationalities

ACADEMIC STAFF
Teachers are mature with years of teaching experience and/or experience working with international students. Teacher’s qualification: Bachelor’s Degree and fully TESOL/ESL certified.
Accreditation: CEA, AAIEP.

LOCATION
Miami is a huge and cosmopolitan city. Attracted by year-round warmth and sunshine, thousands of visitors pour into the area with the hopes of getting a little sun and relaxation. Miami's glittery reputation, along with its unique architecture will take your breath away. Greater Miami's list of attractions is long and varied; the city really does have something for everyone. Some of the more popular attractions are the Viscaya Museum and Gardens, Little Havana, the Museum of Science and Space Transit Planetarium and the Miami Metro Zoo. Biscayne Boulevard is a prime spot for shopping; it features the Bay side Marketplace - a shopping experience the Tropical style of South Florida. Shopping is also excellent at the CocoWalk shopping and entertainment complex.

World-famous South Beach, located on the southernmost part of Miami Beach, attracts a colorful mix of visitors to its Art Deco environment. Celebrities, artists, and international supermodels all frequent the trendy boutiques, restaurants and art galleries that make up South Beach. Miami offers a grand array of activities geared toward enjoyment. Visitors can take on such activities as deep sea fishing, snorkeling, golf and scuba diving. Of course, the beaches always allow for sun relaxation while you overlook the beautiful Miami scenery. Enjoy our English school in Miami!

LEISURE ACTIVITIES
Learn English and have fun in Miami! Example of activities and trip: Excursions to Bahamas, Orlando attraction's park, diving, kayak, beachball... Leisure activities are quite diversified and they stand for a real opportunity for students to speak English in effective situations. Students are responsible for any fees related to these optional activities.

Longer stay available on request. 

2. TOEFL/IELTS PREPARATION

High season supplement in residence from 01/07 to 01/09: 30 EUR/week
Single room supplement: 285 EUR/weeek in residence (not available in July and August) and 325 EUR/week at the hotel

DATES
Arrival date: Sunday
Departure date:  Saturday
Bank holidays: 01 and 15/01, 19/02, 29 and 30/03, 28/05, 22/06, 04/07, 17/08, 03/09, 12/10, 22 and 23/11, 24 to 28/12.

Course starting dates: 08 and 22/01, 05 and 20/02, 05 and 19/03, 02 , 16 and 30/04, 14 and 29/05, 11 and 25/06, 04 and 17/09, 01, 15 and 29/10, 12 and 26/11, 10/12.
During the summer it is possible to start every Monday but we recommend the following starting dates: 9 and 23/07, 06 and 20/08.

ACCESS/TRANSPORTATION

Age: 16+
Minimum language level: beginner
VISA: Visa may be required. Please check with the US Embassy.