This course is for those who want to take the IELTS but cannot participate in the IELTS course right away due to low English level. Or for IELTS starters.
The purpose of this course is to quickly instill understanding and confidence in IELTS for low level students, so that they can successfully move to the IELTS Intensive (or IELTS Native) course after 4 weeks.
The textbooks are IELTS introductory books or ESL books, so the classes are relatively easy and smooth.
CURRICULUM
Since the level of students is somewhat low, the IELTS Writing subject is not operated and is replaced with ESL Writing.
| Class Type | Number of Classes |
Subjects |
|---|---|---|
| 1:1 | 4 | IELTS Speaking & Pronunciation, IELTS Reading, IELTS Listening, Building Reading & Vocabulary, Grammar in Use, Step Up Listening Creative Writing |
| SMALL GROUP | 3 | IELTS Vocabulary & Reading, IELTS Grammar, English Expression, Current Issues, TED Talk, Verb Usage, Grammar in Use, Spoken Grammar. Conducted by Native speakers or Filipino teachers. |
| BIG GROUP | 1 | Listening & Dictation, American Accent Training, Daily Vocabulary, Mastering Idioms. Conducted by Native speakers or Filipino teachers. |
| EVENING PROGRAM | 3 | Monday-Thursday: 3 hours per day (2 hours IELTS MISSION, 1 hour self-study), Friday: 1 hour IELTS MISSION. |
| Total | 11 | |
| Activity | - |
· Club activities (music, reading): Every Thursday, 6-7 PM. · English Day: Last Friday of every month, 3:30 PM. · Outreach Program: Once every 4-6 weeks.Sundays |
| Saturday Class | 3 classes in the morning. Must participate | |
| IELTS Mock Test | Saturday afternoon. Must participate |
- The class unit is 45 minutes, 5 minutes’ break. However, 5th and 10th classes are 40 minutes.
- Activities may change depending on the circumstances.
COURSE FEATURES
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4-WEEK INTRODUCTORY COURSE BEFORE TAKING THE REGULAR IELTS PROGRAM: After 4 weeks of this course, move on to IELTS Intensive, IELTS Native, and IELTS Guarantee.
✓ Entry level requires an IELTS 2.5 to 3.0 or Equivalent level
✓ Classes are conducted with a low level of difficulty, and IELTS and ESL (General English) are used together. - VERIFIED IELTS CURRICULUM AND LATEST TEXTBOOKS: Updated every year.
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SPARTAN PROGRAM: Not only is attendance at classes and tests strictly monitored, but the IELTS COORDINATOR also checks the student's weekly score changes. Of course, support and measures are provided for necessary matters.
✓ Evening program
✓ IELTS mock test every Saturday
✓ Saturday class - FREE ONLINE CLASSES ARE OFFERED: Practice speaking, pronunciation, verb conjugation, and vocabulary before you enroll, building your confidence for academic life here. The classes last from two to four weeks, depending on your level.
ADMISSION QUALIFICATION & DATE
- ENTRY LEVEL: UPPER-ELEMENTARY (IELTS 2.5-3.0, TOEIC 400-525, TOEFL 43-55) OR EQUIVALENT ENGLISH LEVEL.
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Admission date: We recommend arriving at school on Sunday, but weekdays are also possible.
✓ Sunday (or Saturday morning): Classes start on Monday.
✓ Weekday enrollment is also possible. If you begin classes on Wednesday, you can attend classes until Tuesday of your graduation week.
COURSE DURATION
- 4 weeks only.
- After 4 weeks, take the IELTS Intensive or IELTS Native course
EXAM & FEEDBACK
- Placement Test: Our online placement test is conducted before admission. Afterward, you can begin regular classes with your chosen teacher from the first day of your arrival.
- Weekly Test: This test is conducted every Wednesday at 17:00, and evaluates vocabulary and grammar. Participation is mandatory.
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IELTS Mock Test: Every Saturday afternoon. Those who do not take the IELTS course can participate, but in this case, there is a fee. Those who wish to participate must apply in advance at the office.
✓ If your score after the mock test is lower than the last result, you may receive a penalty such as mandatory Saturday self-study.
CLASS SCHEDULE (Mon-Sat)
Below is a sample weekly study schedule from Monday to Saturday. The schedule may vary depending on the course and student level.
Students in the Spartan course are required to attend classes from Monday to Friday, as well as Saturday classes.
| WEEKDAYS (MON-FRI) | SATURDAY | ||||
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| Time | Class No./Type | Subjects | Time | Class No./Type | Subjects |
| 7:00-8:00 | Breakfast | ||||
| 8:00-8:45 | 1st Class / BGC | Listening & Dictation | 07:30 – 08:30 | Breakfast | |
| 08:50 – 09:35 | 2nd Class / SGC | IELTS Vocabulary & Reading | 08:50 – 09:35 | 1st Class / SGC | Pronunciation Clinic |
| 09:40 – 10:25 | 3rd Class / 1:1 | IELTS Speaking & Pronunciation | 09:40 – 10:25 | 2nd Class / SGC | IELTS Common Mistake |
| 10:30 – 11:15 | 4th Class / 1:1 | IELTS Reading | 10:30 – 11:15 | 3rd Class / SGC | IELTS Common Mistake |
| 11:20 – 12:00 | 5th Class | ||||
| 11:40 – 13:00 | Lunch | 11:40 – 13:00 | Lunch | ||
| 13:00 – 13:45 | 6th Class / SGC | IELTS Grammar | 13:00 – 13:45 | IELTS Mock Test | |
| 13:50 – 14: 35 | 7th Class / SGC | Verb Usage | |||
| 14:40 – 15:25 | 8th Class / 1:1 | Creative Writing | |||
| 15:30 – 16:15 | 9th Class / 1:1 | IELTS Listening | |||
| 16:20 – 17:00 | 10th Class | ||||
| 17:45 – 19:00 | Dinner | 17:45 – 19:00 | Dinner | ||
| 19:00 – 19:50 | Evening Program / SGC |
IELTS Mission | |||
| 20:00 – 21:00 | IELTS Mission | ||||
| 21:00 – 22:00 | Review | ||||
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THINGS TO NOTE BEFORE REGISTRATION
- Quad-rooms are only available to families or groups of four with the same enrollment and graduation dates.
- Accommodation options include a dormitory (on the school campus) and a hotel (10 minutes away by school shuttle). However, if you choose the Sparta course, which requires an evening program, you can use the dormitory only.
- To help you adjust to school life, we've prepared guidelines for new students. Please be sure to read them carefully. please click here. ORIENTATION FOR NEW STUDENTS and PENALTY & REFUND POLICY. -
TUITION (USD)
DORMITORY 4-WEEK Single A 2,050 Single B 1,900 Double 1,750 Triple 1,640 Quad 1,540 - Registration fee ($100) is not included.
- Long-term registration discounts apply from 16 weeks.
- If you would like to see detailed tuitions for the entire courses, please click here. TUITION TABLE. -
LOCAL FEE (PHP)
DORMITORY USER 1-WEEK 2-WEEK 3-WEEK 4-WEEK 8-WEEK 12-WEEK 16-WEEK 20-WEEK 24-WEEK SSP 6,800 6,800 6,800 6,800 6,800 6,800 6,800 6,800 13,600 SSP E-Card 4,000 4,000 4,000 4,000 4,000 4,000 4,000 4,000 4,000 ACR I-Card - - - - - 4,000 4,000 4,000 4,000 VISA
Extension- - - - 4,140 10,060 13,500 17,450 21,900 Electric
(Basic)600 1,200 1,800 2,400 4,800 7,200 9,600 12,000 14,400 Utility 500 1,000 1,500 2,000 4,000 6,000 8,000 10,000 12,000 School ID
Card250 250 250 250 250 250 250 250 250 Dormitory
Deposit2,000 2,000 3,000 3,000 4,000 5,000 5,000 5,000 5,000 TOTAL 14,150 15,250 17,350 18,450 27,990 43,310 51,150 59,500 79,150 - Airport pick-up fee is not included above. Clark Airport is 1,000 pesos. Manila Airport is 4,500 pesos.
- Textbook: the price varies depending on the course and duration. About 1,500 to 2,500 pesos per 4 weeks.
- The above electricity fee is the basic fee. If usage exceeds 16KWH per week, a 25 pesos per 1KWH surcharge applies. The additional amount is shared equally with roommates.
- Outsourcing laundry fee is 150 pesos for 1-5KG, 200 pesos for 6-8KG.
