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Golden Gate Language Schools:
Since Golden Gate Language Schools first opened in 1979, we have had the privilege of teaching English to international students and professionals from over 100 countries. We offer a range of group ESL classes and private English lessons, and take great pride in our reputation for academic excellence and offer every learner a program of personalized quality instruction in a friendly and enriching atmosphere. Our English language school is situated at 4425 Fortran Dr., Suite 100 (in Alviso neighborhood near Milpitas and North San Jose) in the heart of California's high tech Silicon Valley. Our campus is in a safe office park, easily reached from Santa Clara, Mountain View, Sunnyvale, and East Bay cities.

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Our Mission:

Photo of English Classes in San Jose, CaliforniaOur mission is to offer English as a Second Language instruction to interested learners from all over the world and from a variety of cultural backgrounds. We believe that learning the English language takes place inside and outside the classroom.

At Golden Gate Language Schools, we offer the best of both. Inside the classroom, our accredited programs help you build a strong foundation of the language.

Outside the class, our many social activities and your GGLS friends let you practice English anytime, all the time, and in all kinds of real-life situations. This process of learning which combines GGLS instruction and constant practice of English helps you gain confidence and fluency in English.

Our Location:
Our campus is in a safe office park, easily reached from Santa Clara, Mountain View, Sunnyvale, and East Bay cities. Famous companies like Google, Apple and Facebook are all within a few miles from GGLS.

San Francisco and the Pacific Ocean are close enough for an exciting excursion, and major universities such as Stanford and Santa Clara University are within easy reach. The climate in Silicon Valley is mild and comfortable throughout the year and outdoor activities are plentiful.

Facilities:
Golden Gate Language School offers students modern classrooms with flat panel screens and a well-equipped lunchroom facility with complimentary coffee and tea. In addition, there is a computer laboratory for e-mail, internet, and computer-aided instruction. Students also have free wireless internet access. The administrative offices are also conveniently located at the school.

Accreditation:

Golden Gate Language Schools is accredited by ACCET (Accrediting Council for Continuing Education & Training). The US Department of Education officially recognizes ACCET as a "reliable authority as to the quality of education or training provided by the programs they accredit."

English Language Courses:

- College preparation courses (Intensive English Program)
- American culture
- English Conversation Classes
- English for business purposes
- Corporate Programs
- Private English Lessons

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Address: 4425 Fortran Dr., Suite 100, San Jose, California 95134, USA
Some interested visitors submitting program inquiries to our school up to 2022-06-07 were from:

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Kaplan International Seattle
Courses / Programs
• With two conveniently-located schools in the Seattle area, Kaplan International provides accredited English courses to international students from around the world.

• Available year-round, our quality courses are suitable for students of all levels - from total beginner to advanced. English courses include General English, Intensive English and TOEFL exam preparation.

• On your first day, you take an English test to assess your listening, writing, speaking, and grammar skills. You will then be placed at the level that best suits your needs. At the end of your course, you will be awarded a Certificate of Attendence.

• A course with Kaplan International is not just about lessons in a classroom, it’s a life experience. We offer an excellent social program designed to provide fun recreational activities and the opportunity to make new friends from many different countries.

• With more than 40 years of experience in teaching English, Kaplan International Colleges has 40+ accredited schools across 8 English-speaking countries.

• In the USA, we are accredited by the Accrediting Council for Continuing Education and Training (ACCET). Students from 47 different countries attended our Seattle ESL schools last year.

Student Review:
"What I like the most is that we are not just learning English, we are also learning about American culture and the culture of various countries, because we are all from different places."
- Angela, Venezuela
English Language Courses for Adults:
Beginner to advanced levels

• General English

• Intensive English

• Vacation English

• Business English for professionals / executives

• Academic Year and Semester Courses

• TOEFL Exam Preparation

• GRE Preparation for International Students

• GMAT Preparation

• Homestay with American host family
The Language Academy, Fort Lauderdale
Courses / Programs
• Learn English in sunny Florida with The Language Academy (TLA)!

• Situated in Fort Lauderdale, north of Miami, TLA provides English courses to international students & business executives from around the world, including General English, Intensive English, & TOEFL preparation.

• Our internationally-renowned English language school has received the prestigious ACCET (Accrediting Council for Continuing Education & Training) accreditation, and is recognized by the US Department of Education, so you can be assured of high-quality English instruction.

• Known as the "Venice of America", Fort Lauderdale on Florida’s Gold Coast, is one of America's safest, cleanest and wealthiest cities, and is internationally famous for its white sand beaches & mild weather.

• The quality mix of TLA and its beautiful surroundings make it a smart choice of location to study English in the USA. TLA's Department of Student Affairs offers homestay, apartment & hotel accommodation.

• All students take a placement test that will ensure that they are placed in the class that best meets their needs.

• Our English teachers focus on your interests and learning goals. TLA plans a weekly program of activities providing an opportunity to have fun, practice your English and meet American people.

• You are encouraged to participate in cultural activities & field trips outside of school, and fully benefit from your visit to the U.S.

Student Review:
"Perfect school, perfect organisation and perfect teachers!"
- Elona
English Language Courses:

• General English - 8 levels from beginner to advanced
• Private / One-on-one English lessons
• University Preparation
• TOEFL, TOEIC & IELTS exam preparation
• Cambridge FCE, CAE, CPE, BEC & TKT exam preparation
• English for Executives / Business English 
• Junior Summer Program for 11-18 year olds
• Homestay program with local host family

Further Language Courses:
• Spanish, Portuguese, French, Italian & German
Institute of Intensive English, Hawaii
Courses / Programs
Learn English at one of the top language schools in Hawaii! Institute Of Intensive English, Hawaii is located just minutes from the beautiful Waikiki Beach in central Honolulu.

We provide a wide range of beginner to advanced level English classes to students from Hawaii, and around the globe. Our teachers are very experienced and highly-qualified, and we have been teaching English to international students for over 20 years.

Our globally-recognized curriculum based on scientific research by CEFR and University of Cambridge. We have a quality international student mix. There is a 50 percent limit on any nationality in our total adult student enrollment.

IIE Hawaii's mission is to promote a dynamic and engaging educational experience for our English language learners, and provide quality student services, activities and accommodation.

Institute Of Intensive English is accredited by ACCET, a U.S. Department of Education recognized agency.

Student Testimonial:
"The best things about IIE were the School spirit, the teachers and my classmates. I will recommend IIE to my friends. I have a friend who plans to come to Hawaii to study English; I will introduce him to all the teachers because they are all so interesting."
- Peter, Czech Republic
English Classes for Adults:
- Beginner to Advanced Levels

- General English (STEP) - 20 Lessons
- General English (IEP) - 25 Lessons
- General English (S-IEP) - 35 Lessons
- Private English lessons
- Cambridge FCE & CAE Exam preparation
- College Pathways English course
- Business/Corporate English
- Academic Year English program
- English Conversation classes
- English + Hula
- English + Surfing
- Kids & Teens English
- Summer STEP English classes
HOFT Institute, Austin TX
Courses / Programs
• Located in beautiful Austin, the capital of Texas, HOFT Institute is a leading ESL school for international students and non-native English speakers in the United States.

• With 35+ years of experience in providing English language skills training to students from around the world, we offer a wide range of programs for individuals & groups at all levels, complete beginner to advanced.

• Students are welcome to join our year-round programs at any time. 

• HOFT Institute is authorized to issue I-20 Certificates of Eligibility for international students seeking to study in the U.S on an F-1 student visa. Visitors on the B-1 tourist visa are also able to study at HOFT Institute during their shorter visit to the U.S. of up to 90 days.

• HOFT Institute has helped thousands of students gain the English proficiency they needed to succeed in top American colleges, universities and businesses.

• Whether you want to improve your general English skills or prepare for university entrance exams such as IELTS, TOEFL, GRE or GMAT, we can assist you. We have partnered with US colleges and universities to offer acceptance to students who complete our ESL program.

Student Review:
"I think the program is awesome. We really enjoyed it. It has a lot of exciting subjects including idiom and slang, news and media, academic writing, and pronunciation classes. All of these classes encourage speaking and conversations even beyond the academic life. Also TOEFL classes were helpful to us."
- Reem
• Basic beginner, elementary, intermediate, advanced English levels
• Spring, Summer, Fall programs
• Full-Time, Intensive English Program for F-1 Students
• Part-time English Classes for Non-F1 Students
• University Fast Track Program (Full-time)
• Workforce Readiness Program (4 weeks)
• TOEFL Prep Classes
• IELTS Prep Classes
• American Accent Training
• English for Business
• English for Hospitality
• English for Health Science
• English for Computers
• English for Parenting
• English for Athletes, & more.
American Language Programs, Florida
Courses / Programs
• Learn English in Florida with American Language Programs (ALP)!

• With courses available in Orlando, Miami, Boca Raton, Palm Beach & Kissimmee, we provide English language immersion homestay programs where the student stays in the home of their qualified English tutor.

• Whether you are a total beginner or have an advanced level of English, your English classes are designed to meet your individual needs. We teach students from around the world between the ages of 12 - 80. 

• Lessons are offered at the convenience and agreement of both student and teacher. The family provides all meals plus they offer a minimum of one excursion per week. All of our teachers/homes are carefully inspected to ensure student comfort and safety.

• Our fees are competitive and lower than many other English programs. Students select the time of year, the number of study hours, and the level of their program. ALP is structured with the student in mind.

Student Testimonial:
"It's a wonderful way to improve one's English painlessly and discover the "real American life."  During my third stay, I studied to take the TOEFL test; I obtained a score of 577 our of 587.  I recommend this method."
- Benedicte, France
- Standard English Immersion Homestay program: 15, 20 or 25 hours English study per week with homestay / meals included.

- Business & Specialized Vocabulary: These programs are designed for the busy executive / professional

- Deluxe / 4-Star Course: This program includes the standard and business & specialized vocabulary programs while also offering the finest accommodations and meals

- Customized English programs designed according to your specific needs.

- English exam preparation courses (TOEFL, GRE, GED, LLM)
International Language Institute, Gaithersburg MD
Courses / Programs
• Study English in the U.S. with the International Language Institute (ILI) in Gaithersburg, Montgomery County, Maryland, just 15 miles north-west of Washington DC, and situated just south of Germantown MD.

• We provide a wide range of English as a Second Language (ESL) programs for beginner to advanced level students, including TOEFL preparation. Our English courses are available during the day, in the evening, and on Saturdays.

• Our mission is to provide high-quality language instruction and academic preparation, at a superior value, to satisfy the individual goals of those who choose to study for academic, professional, or personal reasons.

• Over the past 43 years, our company has seen steady growth and developed a strong reputation around the world and locally for quality language training and academic preparation at a superior value.

• Our English programs are accredited by the Accrediting Council for Continuing Education and Training (ACCET). ACCET is a national accrediting agency listed by the United States Secretary of Education.

• We are authorized under Federal law to enroll individuals with a student visa as well as other non-immigrant foreign students. ILI also has a language school in Dupont Circle in the center of Washington DC.

Student Testimonial:
"Not only have I improved my language skills, but I’ve also made great friends. Among those friends are teachers who have very effective ways of teaching and make learning less daunting."
- Brahim, Mauritania
English Language Courses for Adults:

• Intensive English Program (IEP) - 16 weeks

• TOEFL Preparation course (4, 8 or 12 weeks)

• Private English lessons in your home, workplace or our institute

• Evening English classes

• Weekend (Saturday) English courses

• Semi-private English tutoring

• Special group classes (3+ students of the same level)

• Business / Corporate English Training (Idiom Courses; Accent Reduction Courses; Grammar & Practice; Vocabulary Development; Readings in American Culture & Conversation)

• Homestay Program (with a local family)