Santa Barbara English Language Center (ELC)

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From 600.- USD

approx 478.- GBP

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Key points

Beautiful city with exceptional climate
School located in the cultural centre of Santa Barbara
Excellent academic standards
Many leisure options

The school

Levels: Beginner to Proficiency
Exams: Cambridge (FCE, CAE)
School size: S
Accommodation: Host family, Residence
Disabled access: Disabled access at school
Wifi: WiFi is free

The students

Minimum age: 16 years
Average age: 24 years
Nationality mix: Japan, Saudi Arabia, South Korea, etc..
ratings: 40 authentic opinions

Key points

Beautiful city with exceptional climate
School located in the cultural centre of Santa Barbara
Excellent academic standards
Many leisure options

The school

Levels: Beginner to Proficiency
Exams: Cambridge (CAE)
School size: S
Accommodation: Host family, Residence
Disabled access: Disabled access at school
Wifi: WiFi is free

The students

Minimum age: 16 years
Average age: 24 years
Nationality mix: Japan, Saudi Arabia, South Korea, etc..
ratings: 40 authentic opinions

Our partner school is located right in front of the Santa Barbara Courthouse, a city landmark known for its architecture and history, and 25 minutes on foot from the beaches of California! The lively and effective English courses bring together students from all over the world and take place in 6 bright classrooms located on the first floor of the building. After classes, you'll have access to the computer lab with free Wi-Fi, the library and the lounge, where you'll be able to continue your conversations with the other participants in a relaxed setting. The school is located in the heart of the cultural and shopping centre of Santa Barbara, which means you'll find many attractions in its immediate surroundings. Cafés, restaurants, music clubs, trendy shops and historical monuments will be right on your doorstep!

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Included in the price

Level and needs assessment
Welcome activity
Use of study centre
End-of-course report and certificate

Level and needs assessment
Welcome activity
Use of study centre
End-of-course report and certificate

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Lessons: 20 of 50 minutes
Course duration: 1 - 12 week(s)
Levels: Beginner to Advanced

Students/class: max. 12; (14 in summer)
Minimum age: 16 years
Schedule: 09:00-12:40

Schedule may vary depending on student’s level and time of year.

Course info

590

1000

1485

965

1700

2755

1340

2400

4025

1675

3060

5255

2405

4440

6725

3055

5740

8815

4295

8280

12935

All prices are in USD. USD 1 ≈ GBP 0.84 (Not-binding exchange rate)

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Other accommodation options

Starting dates (new session)

02.01 / 29.01 / 26.02 / 26.03 / 23.04 / 21.05 / 18.06 / 02.07 / 16.07 / 30.07 / 13.08 / 10.09 / 08.10 / 05.11 / 03.12.2018

Starting dates

Every week, throughout the year

Bank holidays

01.01 / 15.01 / 19.02 / 28.05 / 04.07 / 03.09 / 08.10 / 22.11 / 23.11 / 24.12 / 25.12.2018

Arrival day: Saturday prior to course start
Departure: Saturday following course end

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Lessons: 24 of 50 minutes
Course duration: 1 - 48 week(s)
Levels: Beginner to Advanced

Students/class: max. 12; (14 in summer)
Minimum age: 16 years
Schedule: 09:00-12:40 + 13:40-15:20 (2x/week)

Schedule may vary depending on student’s level and time of year.

Course info

625

1035

1520

1035

1770

2825

1445

2505

4130

1795

3180

5375

2585

4620

6905

3255

5940

9015

4535

8520

13175

5975

11260

17495

8375

16260

25655

Extra week (24+)

340

665

1060

All prices are in USD. USD 1 ≈ GBP 0.84 (Not-binding exchange rate)

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Other accommodation options

Starting dates (new session)

02.01 / 29.01 / 26.02 / 26.03 / 23.04 / 21.05 / 18.06 / 02.07 / 16.07 / 30.07 / 13.08 / 10.09 / 08.10 / 05.11 / 03.12.2018

Starting dates

Every week, throughout the year

Bank holidays

01.01 / 15.01 / 19.02 / 28.05 / 04.07 / 03.09 / 08.10 / 22.11 / 23.11 / 24.12 / 25.12.2018

Arrival day: Saturday prior to course start
Departure: Saturday following course end

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Lessons: 30 of 50 minutes
Course duration: 1 - 48 week(s)
Levels: Beginner to Advanced

Students/class: max. 12; (14 in summer)
Minimum age: 16 years
Schedule: 09:00-12:40 + 13:40-15:20

Schedule may vary depending on student’s level and time of year.

Course info

690

1100

1585

1165

1900

2955

1640

2700

4325

2055

3440

5635

2975

5010

7295

3775

6460

9535

5315

9300

13955

7015

12300

18535

9815

17700

27095

Extra week (24+)

400

725

1120

All prices are in USD. USD 1 ≈ GBP 0.84 (Not-binding exchange rate)

Options/Extras

Other accommodation options

Starting dates (new session)

02.01 / 29.01 / 26.02 / 26.03 / 23.04 / 21.05 / 18.06 / 02.07 / 16.07 / 30.07 / 13.08 / 10.09 / 08.10 / 05.11 / 03.12.2018

Starting dates

Every week, throughout the year

Bank holidays

01.01 / 15.01 / 19.02 / 28.05 / 04.07 / 03.09 / 08.10 / 22.11 / 23.11 / 24.12 / 25.12.2018

Arrival day: Saturday prior to course start
Departure: Saturday following course end

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Lessons: 30 of 50 minutes; (20 general + 10 one-to-one)
Course duration: 1 - 48 week(s)
Levels: Beginner to Advanced

Students/class: max. 12; (14 in summer)
Minimum age: 16 years
Schedule: 09:00-12:40 + 13:40-15:20

Schedule may vary depending on student’s level and time of year.

Course info

1440

1850

2335

2665

3400

4455

3890

4950

6575

5075

6460

8655

Extra week (4+)

1215

1540

1935

All prices are in USD. USD 1 ≈ GBP 0.84 (Not-binding exchange rate)

Options/Extras

Other accommodation options

Starting dates (new session)

02.01 / 29.01 / 26.02 / 26.03 / 23.04 / 21.05 / 18.06 / 02.07 / 16.07 / 30.07 / 13.08 / 10.09 / 08.10 / 05.11 / 03.12.2018

Starting dates

Every week, throughout the year

Bank holidays

01.01 / 15.01 / 19.02 / 28.05 / 04.07 / 03.09 / 08.10 / 22.11 / 23.11 / 24.12 / 25.12.2018

Arrival day: Saturday prior to course start
Departure: Saturday following course end

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Lessons: 30 of 50 minutes
Course duration: 9 / 11 week(s); + 1 Extra week(s) of accommodation (Exams)
Levels: Intermediate to Advanced

Students/class: max. 12; (14 in summer)
Minimum age: 16 years
Schedule: 09:00-12:40 + 13:40-15:20

Schedule may vary depending on student’s level and time of year.

FCE exam dates: 12.06.2018

Course info

9+1

4400

7735

11600

11+1

5330

9315

13970

All prices are in USD. USD 1 ≈ GBP 0.84 (Not-binding exchange rate)

Options/Extras

Other accommodation options

Starting dates 9 wk

09.04.2018

Starting dates 11 wk

26.03.2018

Bank holidays

01.01 / 15.01 / 19.02 / 28.05 / 04.07 / 03.09 / 08.10 / 22.11 / 23.11 / 24.12 / 25.12.2018

Arrival day: Saturday prior to course start
Departure: Saturday following course end

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Lessons: 30 of 50 minutes
Course duration: 4 / 6 / 9 / 10 / 11 week(s); + 1 Extra week(s) of accommodation (Exams)
Levels: Upper intermediate to Advanced

Students/class: max. 12; (14 in summer)
Minimum age: 16 years
Schedule: 09:00-12:40 + 13:40-15:20

Schedule may vary depending on student’s level and time of year.

CAE exam dates: 13.06, 24.08, 05.12.2018

Course info

4+1

2135

3845

5735

6+1

3095

5455

8135

9+1

4400

7735

11600

10+1

4865

8525

12785

11+1

5330

9315

13970

All prices are in USD. USD 1 ≈ GBP 0.84 (Not-binding exchange rate)

Options/Extras

Other accommodation options

Starting dates 4 wk

23.07.2018

Starting dates 6 wk

09.07.2018

Starting dates 9 wk

09.04 / 01.10.2018

Starting dates 10 wk

11.06.2018

Starting dates 11 wk

26.03 / 17.09.2018

Bank holidays

01.01 / 15.01 / 19.02 / 28.05 / 04.07 / 03.09 / 08.10 / 22.11 / 23.11 / 24.12 / 25.12.2018

Arrival day: Saturday prior to course start
Departure: Saturday following course end

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Lessons: 20 of 50 minutes + Yoga
Course duration: 2 / 4 week(s)
Levels: Beginner to Advanced

Students/class: max. 12; (14 in summer)
Minimum age: 16 years
Schedule: 09:00-12:40 + Yoga in the afternoon

Schedule may vary depending on student’s level and time of year.

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Course info

1315

2050

3105

2315

3700

5895

All prices are in USD. USD 1 ≈ GBP 0.84 (Not-binding exchange rate)

Options/Extras

Other accommodation options

Starting dates (new session)

02.01 / 29.01 / 26.02 / 26.03 / 23.04 / 21.05 / 18.06 / 02.07 / 16.07 / 30.07 / 13.08 / 10.09 / 08.10 / 05.11 / 03.12.2018

Starting dates

Every week, throughout the year

Bank holidays

01.01 / 15.01 / 19.02 / 28.05 / 04.07 / 03.09 / 08.10 / 22.11 / 23.11 / 24.12 / 25.12.2018

Arrival day: Saturday prior to course start
Departure: Saturday following course end

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Lessons: 20 of 50 minutes
Course duration: 1 - 12 week(s)
Levels: Beginner to Advanced

Students/class: max. 12; (14 in summer)
Minimum age: 16 years
Schedule: 09:00-12:40

Schedule may vary depending on student’s level and time of year.

Course info

600

1010

1575

985

1720

2935

1370

2430

4295

1715

3100

5615

2465

4500

7055

3135

5820

9255

4415

8400

13595

All prices are in USD. USD 1 ≈ GBP 0.84 (Not-binding exchange rate)

Options/Extras

Other accommodation options

Starting dates (new session)

07.01 / 04.02 / 04.03 / 01.04 / 29.04 / 28.05 / 24.06 / 08.07 / 22.07 / 05.08 / 19.08 / 16.09 / 15.10 / 11.11 / 09.12.2019

Starting dates

Every week, throughout the year

Bank holidays

01.01 / 21.01 / 18.02 / 27.05 / 04.07 / 02.09 / 14.10 / 28.11 / 29.11 / 24.12 / 25.12.2019

Arrival day: Saturday prior to course start
Departure: Saturday following course end

Ask for an appointment Free quote

Lessons: 24 of 50 minutes
Course duration: 1 - 48 week(s)
Levels: Beginner to Advanced

Students/class: max. 12; (14 in summer)
Minimum age: 16 years
Schedule: 09:00-12:40 + 13:40-15:20 (2x/week)

Schedule may vary depending on student’s level and time of year.

Course info

635

1045

1610

1055

1790

3005

1475

2535

4400

1835

3220

5735

2645

4680

7235

3335

6020

9455

4655

8640

13835

6135

11420

18375

8615

16500

26975

Extra week (24+)

350

675

1115

All prices are in USD. USD 1 ≈ GBP 0.84 (Not-binding exchange rate)

Options/Extras

Other accommodation options

Starting dates (new session)

07.01 / 04.02 / 04.03 / 01.04 / 29.04 / 28.05 / 24.06 / 08.07 / 22.07 / 05.08 / 19.08 / 16.09 / 15.10 / 11.11 / 09.12.2019

Starting dates

Every week, throughout the year

Bank holidays

01.01 / 21.01 / 18.02 / 27.05 / 04.07 / 02.09 / 14.10 / 28.11 / 29.11 / 24.12 / 25.12.2019

Arrival day: Saturday prior to course start
Departure: Saturday following course end

Ask for an appointment Free quote

Lessons: 30 of 50 minutes
Course duration: 1 - 48 week(s)
Levels: Beginner to Advanced

Students/class: max. 12; (14 in summer)
Minimum age: 16 years
Schedule: 09:00-12:40 + 13:40-15:20

Schedule may vary depending on student’s level and time of year.

Course info

700

1110

1675

1185

1920

3135

1670

2730

4595

2095

3480

5995

3035

5070

7625

3855

6540

9975

5435

9420

14615

7175

12460

19415

10055

17940

28415

Extra week (24+)

410

735

1175

All prices are in USD. USD 1 ≈ GBP 0.84 (Not-binding exchange rate)

Options/Extras

Other accommodation options

Starting dates (new session)

07.01 / 04.02 / 04.03 / 01.04 / 29.04 / 28.05 / 24.06 / 08.07 / 22.07 / 05.08 / 19.08 / 16.09 / 15.10 / 11.11 / 09.12.2019

Starting dates

Every week, throughout the year

Bank holidays

01.01 / 21.01 / 18.02 / 27.05 / 04.07 / 02.09 / 14.10 / 28.11 / 29.11 / 24.12 / 25.12.2019

Arrival day: Saturday prior to course start
Departure: Saturday following course end

Ask for an appointment Free quote

Lessons: 30 of 50 minutes; (20 general + 10 one-to-one)
Course duration: 1 - 48 week(s)
Levels: Beginner to Advanced

Students/class: max. 12; (14 in summer)
Minimum age: 16 years
Schedule: 09:00-12:40 + 13:40-15:20

Schedule may vary depending on student’s level and time of year.

Course info

1450

1860

2425

2685

3420

4635

3920

4980

6845

5115

6500

9015

Extra week (4+)

1225

1550

1990

All prices are in USD. USD 1 ≈ GBP 0.84 (Not-binding exchange rate)

Options/Extras

Other accommodation options

Starting dates (new session)

07.01 / 04.02 / 04.03 / 01.04 / 29.04 / 28.05 / 24.06 / 08.07 / 22.07 / 05.08 / 19.08 / 16.09 / 15.10 / 11.11 / 09.12.2019

Starting dates

Every week, throughout the year

Bank holidays

01.01 / 21.01 / 18.02 / 27.05 / 04.07 / 02.09 / 14.10 / 28.11 / 29.11 / 24.12 / 25.12.2019

Arrival day: Saturday prior to course start
Departure: Saturday following course end

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Lessons: 30 of 50 minutes
Course duration: 4 / 6 / 9 / 10 / 11 week(s); + 1 Extra week(s) of accommodation (Exams)
Levels: Upper intermediate to Advanced

Students/class: max. 12; (14 in summer)
Minimum age: 16 years
Schedule: 09:00-12:40 + 13:40-15:20

Schedule may vary depending on student’s level and time of year.

CAE exam dates: 12.06, 23.08, 04.12.2019

Course info

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2220

3930

6045

6+1

3200

5560

8555

9+1

4535

7870

12185

10+1

5010

8670

13425

11+1

5485

9470

14665

All prices are in USD. USD 1 ≈ GBP 0.84 (Not-binding exchange rate)

Options/Extras

Other accommodation options

Starting dates 4 wk

22.07.2019

Starting dates 6 wk

08.07.2019

Starting dates 9 wk

08.04 / 30.09.2019

Starting dates 10 wk

10.06.2019

Starting dates 11 wk

25.03 / 16.09.2019

Bank holidays

01.01 / 21.01 / 18.02 / 27.05 / 04.07 / 02.09 / 14.10 / 28.11 / 29.11 / 24.12 / 25.12.2019

Arrival day: Saturday prior to course start
Departure: Saturday following course end

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100% authentic opinions

These students attended a course in this school through ESL – Language studies abroad and their evaluation has been checked. Students' opinions don't necessarily correspond to those of ESL – Language studies abroad, but reflect the individual experience of those participants. This is meant to provide you with further information about this school.

4.1/5

Overall rating

90% of students recommending this school

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40 students gave their opinion about this school

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Value for money (4 / 5)
Destination (4 / 5)
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School (3.5 / 5)
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Teaching (3.7 / 5)
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Classroom atmosphere
Accommodation (3.8 / 5) (Host family)
Bedroom
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Meals
Leisure (3.3 / 5)
Leisure activities offered by the school
Trips offered by the school
Staff availability

Value for money (4 / 5)
Destination (4.7 / 5)
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School (4.8 / 5)
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Teaching (4.7 / 5)
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Classroom atmosphere
Accommodation (5 / 5) (Host family)
Bedroom
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Meals
Leisure (4.7 / 5)
Leisure activities offered by the school
Trips offered by the school
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Value for money (4 / 5)
Destination (5 / 5)
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School (4.3 / 5)
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Nationality mix

Teaching (5 / 5)
Course materials
Relations with the teachers
Classroom atmosphere
Accommodation (4 / 5) (Residence)
Bedroom
Shower / Bathroom
Meals
Leisure (5 / 5)
Leisure activities offered by the school
Trips offered by the school
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Value for money (4 / 5)
Destination (5 / 5)
Overall impression of the city
Overall impression of the country
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School (4.5 / 5)
School location
School facilities
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Nationality mix

Teaching (5 / 5)
Course materials
Relations with the teachers
Classroom atmosphere
Accommodation (5 / 5) (Host family)
Bedroom
Shower / Bathroom
Meals
Leisure (4.7 / 5)
Leisure activities offered by the school
Trips offered by the school
Staff availability

Value for money (4 / 5)
Destination (4.7 / 5)
Overall impression of the city
Overall impression of the country
Overall impression of the trip
School (3.8 / 5)
School location
School facilities
Classrooms
Nationality mix

Teaching (4.3 / 5)
Course materials
Relations with the teachers
Classroom atmosphere
Accommodation (4.3 / 5) (Host family)
Bedroom
Shower / Bathroom
Meals
Leisure (5 / 5)
Leisure activities offered by the school
Trips offered by the school
Staff availability

Value for money (3 / 5)
Destination (4 / 5)
Overall impression of the city
Overall impression of the country
Overall impression of the trip
School (3 / 5)
School location
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Nationality mix

Teaching (3 / 5)
Course materials
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Classroom atmosphere
Accommodation (2.3 / 5) (Shared apartment)
Bedroom
Shower / Bathroom

Carmen B.

24 years old - Switzerland

/ 5

Die Schule ist sehr familiär und alle sind so hilfsbereit es war wie eine kleine Familie :) dennoch ein kleiner negativer Punkt habe ich , Wenn man Englisch benötigt für den Beruf ist der Kurs den ich hatte deutlich zuwenig. Denn unserer Grammatikklasse bestand aus 10 Schüler und 2 davon waren Brasilianer und der Rest waren Schweizer . Aber ich denke dies liegt auch daran dass es keine Hauptsaison war. Es waren lediglich 2 Klassen dann ist es natürlich auch schwierig wenn man nach Nationalitäten sortieren sollte und nach Level ;) Die ersten drei Wochen haben wir in Grammatik nicht soviel gelernt. Dann ging eine Freundin zur Direktorin und hat mit ihr das Gespräch gesucht danach hat sie einen Lehrerwechsel getätigt und dann war es besser.

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6 weeks, February – March 2018

Value for money (5 / 5)
Destination (4.7 / 5)
Overall impression of the city
Overall impression of the country
Overall impression of the trip
School (4.3 / 5)
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Nationality mix

Teaching (5 / 5)
Course materials
Relations with the teachers
Classroom atmosphere
Accommodation (5 / 5) ()
Bedroom
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Meals
Leisure (5 / 5)
Leisure activities offered by the school
Trips offered by the school
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Do you think you've made progress?

« Ja, ich bin als Person reifer geworden und mein Englisch hat sich verbessert. »

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School highlights

« Sehr familiär und hilfsbereit und ich habe viele neue Freundschaften geknüpft. »

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Value for money (3 / 5)
Destination (3.7 / 5)
Overall impression of the city
Overall impression of the country
Overall impression of the trip
School (3.3 / 5)
School location
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Classrooms
Nationality mix

Teaching (3.7 / 5)
Course materials
Relations with the teachers
Classroom atmosphere
Accommodation (3.8 / 5) (Host family)
Bedroom
Shower / Bathroom
Meals

Michelle W.

22 years old - Switzerland

/ 5

Mein Sprachaufenthalt war absolut wundervoll! Santa Barbara ist traumhaft schön, die Schule ist sehr professionell und meine Gastfamilie war mega toll Die Schule ist sehr gut gelegen. In der Nähe der Einkaufsstrasse und unweit vom Meer.Es hatte vor allem am Anfang sehr sehr viele Schweizer. Mit der Zeit sind dann noch andere Nationalitäten dazu gekommen aber der Schweizerdurschnitt lag durchschnittlich bei min. 80%Ansonsten alles top

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6 weeks, June – July 2017

Value for money (5 / 5)
Destination (5 / 5)
Overall impression of the city
Overall impression of the country
Overall impression of the trip
School (4.3 / 5)
School location
School facilities
Classrooms
Nationality mix

Teaching (5 / 5)
Course materials
Relations with the teachers
Classroom atmosphere
Accommodation (5 / 5) (Host family)
Bedroom
Shower / Bathroom
Meals
Leisure (5 / 5)
Leisure activities offered by the school
Trips offered by the school
Staff availability

Do you think you've made progress?

« Ja ich habe vor allem in der Kommunikation Fortschritte erzielt. Das reden viel mir von Tag zu Tag einfacher. »

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Gema M.

42 years old - Spain

/ 5

Los profesores muy buenos. Exclusivamente sólo te hablan en inglés (como debe de ser). Actividades: Presentaciones, roll play, gramática, etc... Además he ido andando y en coche también. He organizado mis clases de Inglés y el alojamiento con vuestra agencia en dos años (no consecutivos) y la verdad que estoy super contenta. No he tenido ningún problema.

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2 weeks, June – July 2017

Value for money (5 / 5)
Destination (5 / 5)
Overall impression of the city
Overall impression of the country
Overall impression of the trip
School (5 / 5)
School location
School facilities
Classrooms
Nationality mix

Teaching (5 / 5)
Course materials
Relations with the teachers
Classroom atmosphere
Accommodation (5 / 5) (Host family)
Bedroom
Shower / Bathroom
Meals
Leisure (5 / 5)
Leisure activities offered by the school
Trips offered by the school
Staff availability

Do you think you've made progress?

« Si he logrado progreso, porque sé más de la cultura americana que antes no sabía. y por supuesto más inglés, más soltura, contactos con personas de otras nacionalidades que hacen que tu mente esté abierta y despierta.He aprendido mucho inglés. »

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School highlights

« Que tenía WI-FI, los ordenadores de la marca Apple, a mi disposición en cualquier momento, Un surtidor de agua. Información de todo tipo (folletos, revistas, ...) para estar informada de las actividades de la escuela, de la ciudad, de otras ciudades del país, etc..Además está en frente de la CourtHouse= Super Bonito este edificio. La amabilidad del staff de la Escuela y los profesores erán buenísimos los dos. »

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Top tips

« Estaría bien que la escuela tuviera bicicletas por si quiere alquilar o rentar a los estudiantes para ir y volver a casa. »

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Testimonials

Michelle Senn

ELC, Santa Barbara
Duration: 6 weeks

Here in Santa Barbara I really had a great time and I met a lot of new people.
My course was only taking place during half the day, which allowed me to enjoy my free time in the afternoon to often go to the beach, have a drink at the Sharkeez, go shopping or spend some time with my new friends.
My class was great too. At the beginning I had a few problems with the speed at which we learned things. But at the beginning of the new session everything was better and I managed to quickly find a good rhythm.

I recommend all those who go to Santa Barbara not to be afraid to learn something new, to be flexible and not to plan too much ahead.

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Host family
Host families are carefully selected by the school to ensure they'll give you a warm welcome! They usually live in peaceful residential neighbourhoods, within 60 minutes from the school, and are easily reachable by public transport. Staying in a single room with half-board provided, students have the opportunity to practise English in a relaxed and authentic setting while learning about the Californian lifestyle.

Santa Barbara residence
Recently renovated and located around 30 minutes from the language school, the Santa Barbara residence offers simple, functional studios fitted with fully equipped kitchens, workspace and high-speed Wi-Fi. Breakfast is included in the price, and weekly housekeeping is provided. This accommodation option is ideal for students who are looking for centrally located, independent living in Santa Barbara.

Santa Barbara is bursting with historical and architectural attractions. Its natural surroundings are simply stunning and from the city, you can easily go hiking in the Santa Ynez Mountains, visit local wineries and taste famous Californian wines. The school will offer you a monthly programme of optional sports and cultural activities as well as excursions towards the greatest cities of California (available at an extra charge). You will be able to choose from a selection of activities ranging from horse riding to visiting the Santa Barbara Art Museum, shopping in Paseo Nuevo or going on a trip to Los Angeles, 2 hours’ drive away. You will also take advantage of a wide choice of water activities, whether active or contemplative: sailing, windsurfing, scuba diving, kayaking, whale watching, etc. And to chill after exercise, enjoy the pleasure of lazing on Santa Barbara's superb beaches!

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Special offers

One-to-one course (per lesson)	85 USD
FCE Cambridge exam fee (to be paid on site)	350 USD
CAE Cambridge exam fee (to be paid on site)	350 USD
Extra night with host family	75 USD
Supplement Accommodation high season (per wk.) (Residence 26.05 - 06.10.2018)	240 USD
Airport transfer (on arrival) (Santa Barbara Airport)	140 USD
Airport transfer (on arrival) (Los Angeles Airport - Santa Barbara)	325 USD
Airport transfer by bus (on arrival) (Los Angeles Airport - Santa Barbara)	60 USD

One-to-one course (per lesson)	90 USD
CAE Cambridge exam fee	350 USD
Optional activities (per week) (Yoga)	395 USD
Extra night with host family	75 USD
Supplement Accommodation high season (per wk.) (Residence 25.05 - 05.10.2019)	255 USD
Airport transfer (on arrival) (Santa Barbara Airport)	150 USD
Airport transfer (on arrival) (Los Angeles Airport - Santa Barbara)	345 USD
Airport transfer by bus (on arrival) (Los Angeles Airport - Santa Barbara)	60 USD