English Courses in San Francisco, California

LSI San Francisco / Berkeley:
LSI Berkeley was established in 1980 and is located in downtown Berkeley (just a 12-mile drive from San Francisco), close to bus and underground stations and a few blocks from the University campus. The school has eight classrooms including two student computer rooms with free internet access, a student resource library, and indoor and outdoor common areas.

Our general language group courses are designed for those who want to learn a new language or develop their present knowledge for private, educational or professional reasons. We provide courses at all levels, from Beginner to Advanced. In addition to general language training we offer a University Foundation Programme for students applying to University in an English speaking country, an International School Year Programme and a Work and Study Programme. For those who would like to supplement their group sessions with individual tuition we offer Plus Courses, flexibly arranged and tailored to your needs.

LSI Examination Preparation Courses offer a thorough study of all aspects of the language, together with focused preparation for examinations such as IELTS, TOEFL and TOEIC. Our staff members and teachers will be happy to advise you which examination is most suitable for you, and have the knowledge and experience to help you succeed.

Courses include:
 
Standard 20 (20 fifty-minute lessons per week)
If you want to combine your language studies with other activities, the Standard 20 Course is the ideal programme for you. During the lessons you will learn communication skills in a variety of everyday situations. The lessons cover grammar, vocabulary, pronunciation and skills practice in speaking, listening, reading and writing. We use a wide variety of materials and exercises including role-plays, authentic recorded material, newspapers and magazines. This course is offered in the mornings at all LSI centres.

Intensive 30 (30 lessons per week)
The LSI Intensive 30 course concentrates on all the areas that you need to achieve a much greater fluency in a short period of time. This course is suitable for students who wish to study intensively and get a well rounded insight into the language and country. Students on the LSI Intensive 30 course study the same lessons as described for Standard 20 in the morning. The afternoon classes further intensify the tuition and consolidate what you have learnt, through fluency practice and a comprehensive review of the culture and customs of your host country. For those studying English who work in, or are planning a career in business, we offer the English for Business Course, which can be incorporated into your Intensive 30 course as an afternoon option. Students may also follow examination preparation courses as part of this course.

Also: MEB - Modular English for Business covering topics such as Banking and Stock Markets, Marketing and Advertising, Recruitment, Sales and Negotiating,  Executive Courses (one to one available), EET - English for (non-native) English Teachers, Cambridge Exam courses, One-to-One English classes, Study and Work Programme, University Foundation Programme and more.