Intensive ESL

    Intensive ESL

    In this article:

    • Beginners acquire balanced English skills in 8-12 weeks.
    • Spartan program with 10 classes per day.
    • Evening program, Saturday classes, and Weekly test are mandatory.
    • Regular classes begin on the first day of arrival.

    Among the ESL programs at our school, this is the only course operated in a Spartan method, and it is so popular that it accounts for 50% of ESL applicants. The classes are 70% about conversation and related curriculum, and the rest is about listening/writing/reading.

    If you want to go to an advanced level in the long term or get a high score on IELTS or TOEFL, it would be advisable to acquire balanced English skills in this course.

    Intensive ESL

    Curriculum

    Class Type Number of Classes Subjects
    One on One (1:1) 5 Speaking Strategy, Conversation Path, Travel English, Building Reading & Vocabulary, Grammar in Use, Step Up Listening Creative Writing
    Small Group (SG) 2 English Expression, Current Issues, Public Speaking, Debate Club, TED Talk, Verb Usage, Grammar in Use, Spoken Grammar, Study Film.
    #Conducted by Native speakers mainly.
    Big Group (BG) 1 Listening & Dictation, American Accent Training, Daily Vocabulary, Mastering Idioms.
    #Conducted by Native speakers or Filipino teachers.
    Evening Program 2 Must participate. Monday to Thursday.
    1 hour class, remaining 1 hour consultation or self-study, etc.
    Total 10
    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..
    • 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

    • IMPROVE FROM BEGINNER TO INTERMEDIATE LEVEL IN A SHORT PERIOD OF TIME:
      ✓ Due to the tight schedule, an environment is created where you can focus solely on your studies.
      ✓ Therefore, if you plan to take an official test course such as IELTS or TOEIC in the future, it is recommended to solidify your basic English skills in this course.
    • 10 CLASSES PER DAY + SATURDAY CLASSES: Strict attendance management, and students are required to attend not only regular classes, but also evening programs and Saturday classes after school.
    • The class is focused on speaking, but all four skills of English are learned. However, the course subjects may change depending on the student's wishes.
    • Evening program: 2 hours after school from 7 p.m. Special lectures/reviews and self-study are conducted.
    • SPARTAN PROGRAM: In addition to class attendance, you must attend all tests/evening programs/Saturday classes. Supported by a coordinator in charge of the Spartan Program.
    • FREE ONLINE CLASSES ARE OFFERED: Practice speaking, pronunciation, verb conjugation, and vocabulary before you enroll, building your confidence for academic life here. This service is available for upper beginner and beginner levels.

    Admission Qualification & Date

    • There is no specific level requirement for admission to this course.
    • However, if your English level is too low to keep up with the class, the class will be organized as one-on-one classes for a certain period of time. 2 hours in a small group is considered as 1 hour in a one-on-one class.
    • 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

    • 1-24 weeks
    Changing from Sparta to Semi-Sparta.

    Changing from Sparta to Semi-Sparta.

    Intensive ESL adopts a Spartan approach to enforce a studious environment, including strict attendance and restrictions on weekday outings. If this mandatory system does not suit you, you can switch to the Semi-Sparta course, which offers more freedom.

    • 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.
      • Progress Test: Diagnostic assessment conducted every 4th week of the month after admission. Speaking, listening comprehension, reading comprehension, writing, etc. are evaluated. This test is conducted during vacant time or group class time, so as not to interfere with regular classes as much as possible.
      • TOEIC Mock Test: Every Saturday afternoon. Those who do not take the TOEIC course can also participate. Those who wish to participate must apply in advance at the office.

    • 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
      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 / 1:1 Speaking Strategy 08:50 – 09:35 1st Class / SGC IELTS, TOEIC, Business Vocabulary
      09:40 – 10:25 3rd Class / SGC Current Issues 09:40 – 10:25 2nd Class / SGC Current Issues
      10:30 – 11:15 4th Class / 1:1 Creative Writing 10:30 – 11:15 3rd Class / SGC Pronunciation Clinic
      11:20 – 12:00 5th Class
      11:40 – 13:00 Lunch 11:40 – 13:00 Lunch
      13:00 – 13:45 6th Class / 1:1 Building Reading & Vocabulary
      13:50 – 14: 35 7th Class / 1:1 Conversation Path
      14:40 – 15:25 8th Class / SGC TED Talk
      15:30 – 16:15 9th Class / 1:1 Grammar in Use
      16:20 – 17:00 10th Class
      17:45 – 19:00 Dinner 17:45 – 19:00 Dinner
      19:00 – 19:50 Evening Program
      / SGC      		 Special Class
      20:00 – 21:00 Review
      21:00 – 22:00

    • 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.

      - After admission, you can change courses or add Native speaker 1:1 class.

      - 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

      Dormitory 1-Week 2-Week 3-Week 4-Week 8-Week 12-Week 16-Week 20-Week 24-Week
      Single A 808 1,313 1,717 2,020 4,040 6,060 8,030 10,000 11,970
      Single B 748 1,216 1,590 1,870 3,740 5,610 7,430 9,250 11,070
      Double 688 1,118 1,462 1,720 3,440 5,160 6,830 8,500 10,170
      Triple 644 1,047 1,369 1,610 3,220 4,830 6,390 7,950 9,510
      Quad 604 982 1,284 1,510 3,020 4,530 5,990 7,450 8,910

      - Registration fee ($100) is not included.
      - Long-term registration discounts apply from 16 weeks.

      Dormitory 1-Week 2-Week 3-Week 4-Week 8-Week 12-Week 16-Week 20-Week 24-Week
      Single A 756 1,229 1,607 1,890 3,780 5,880 7,510 9,350 11,190
      Single B 696 1,131 1,479 1,740 3,480 5,430 6,910 8,600 10,290
      Double 636 1,034 1,352 1,590 3,180 4,980 6,310 7,850 9,390
      Triple 592 962 1,258 1,480 2,960 4,650 5,870 7,300 8,730
      Quad 552 897 1,173 1,380 2,760 4,350 5,470 6,800 8,130

      - Registration fee ($100) is not included.
      - Long-term registration discounts apply from 16 weeks.

      Dormitory 1-Week 2-Week 3-Week 4-Week 8-Week 12-Week 16-Week 20-Week 24-Week
      Single A 113,120 183,820 240,380 282,800 565,600 848,400 1,124,200 1,400,000 1,675,800
      Single B 104,720 170,170 222,530 261,800 523,600 785,400 1,040,200 1,295,000 1,549,800
      Double 96,320 156,520 204,680 240,800 481,600 722,400 956,200 1,190,000 1,423,800
      Triple 90,160 146,510 191,590 225,400 450,800 676,200 894,600 1,113,000 1,331,400
      Quad 84,560 137,410 179,690 211,400 422,800 634,200 838,600 1,043,000 1,247,400

      - Registration fee ($100) is not included.
      - Long-term registration discounts apply from 16 weeks.

      Dormitory 1-Week 2-Week 3-Week 4-Week 8-Week 12-Week 16-Week 20-Week 24-Week
      Single A 4,848 7,878 10,302 12,120 24,240 36,360 48,180 60,000 71,820
      Single B 4,488 7,293 9,537 11,220 22,440 33,660 44,580 55,500 66,420
      Double 4,128 6,708 8,772 10,320 20,640 30,960 40,980 51,000 61,020
      Triple 3,864 6,279 8,211 9,660 19,320 28,980 38,340 47,700 57,060
      Quad 3,624 5,889 7,701 9,060 18,120 27,180 35,940 44,700 53,460

      - Registration fee ($100) is not included.
      - Long-term registration discounts apply from 16 weeks.

      Dormitory 1-Week 2-Week 3-Week 4-Week 8-Week 12-Week 16-Week 20-Week 24-Week
      Single A 856,000 1,391,000 1,819,000 2,140,000 4,280,000 6,420,000 8,510,000 10,600,000 12,690,000
      Single B 792,000 1,287,000 1,683,000 1,980,000 3,960,000 5,940,000 7,870,000 9,800,000 11,730,000
      Double 736,000 1,196,000 1,564,000 1,840,000 3,680,000 5,520,000 7,310,000 9,100,000 10,890,000
      Triple 692,000 1,124,500 1,470,500 1,730,000 3,460,000 5,190,000 6,870,000 8,550,000 10,230,000
      Quad 652,000 1,059,50 1,385,500 1,630,000 3,260,000 4,890,000 6,470,000 8,050,00 9,630,000

      - Registration fee ($100) is not included.
      - Long-term registration discounts apply from 16 weeks.

    • Local Fee (PHP)

      Local fees include fees payable to the Philippine Bureau of Immigration (e.g., visa extension and SSP fees), textbook fees, accommodation electricity charges, and other related expenses. These fees are paid directly to the school office after admission.
      Starting June 2026, visa extension fees will vary based on the student's nationality, in accordance with the guidelines of the Philippine Bureau of Immigration.

      Basic Amount

      1-Week 2-Week 3-Week 4-Week 8-Week 12-Week 16-Week 20-Week 24-Week
      VISA Extension - - - - 5,640 13,060 18,000 23,450 29,400
      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 8,000
      ACR I-Card - - - - - 4,000 4,000 4,000 4,000
      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 Card 250 250 250 250 250 250 250 250 250
      Dormitory Deposit 2,000 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 29,490 46,310 55,650 65,500 86,650

      #The above are local fees for dormitory users. If you stay at the off-campus hotel, electric fee and the dormitory deposit are excluded from the payment.

      Additional Amount

      Airport Pickup Individual:
      • Clark Airport: 1,000 pesos
      • Manila Airport: 4,500 pesos
      		 Family/Group:
      • Clark Airport: 1,500 pesos (2 persons), 2,000 pesos (3 or more).
      • Manila Airport: 5,500 pesos (2 persons), 6,500 pesos (3 or more).
      Textbook Varies depending on the selected course. 1,500 to 2,500 pesos per 4 weeks.
      Electricity (Additional) If usage exceeds 16 kWh per a week, 25 pesos per 1 kWh surcharges applies. This additional amount is shared equally with roommates.
      Laundry
      • Entrusting to an external laundry service; 150 pesos for up to 5kg, 200 pesos for 6-8kg, and 300 pesos for 9-10kg.
      • If you use the on-campus washing machine and do your own laundry, the laundry fee is free.
      Overnight Individual:
      An additional charge of 3,000 pesos per day applies for staying one extra day in the dormitory beyond the check-out time       		Family/Group:
      Charged on a family unit of 2-4 people. 3,000 pesos per day.

      Basic Amount

      1-Week 2-Week 3-Week 4-Week 8-Week 12-Week 16-Week 20-Week 24-Week
      VISA Extension - - - - 5,640 13,060 18,000 23,450 29,400
      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 8,000
      ACR I-Card - - - - - 4,000 4,000 4,000 4,000
      Utility 500 1,000 1,500 2,000 4,000 6,000 8,000 10,000 12,000
      School ID Card 250 250 250 250 250 250 250 250 250
      TOTAL 11,550 12,050 12,550 13,050 20,690 34,110 41,050 48,500 67,250

      #The above are local fees for dormitory users. If you stay at the off-campus hotel, electric fee and the dormitory deposit are excluded from the payment.

      Additional Amount

      Airport Pickup Individual:
      • Clark Airport: 1,000 pesos
      • Manila Airport: 4,500 pesos
      		 Family/Group:
      • Clark Airport: 1,500 pesos (2 persons), 2,000 pesos (3 or more).
      • Manila Airport: 5,500 pesos (2 persons), 6,500 pesos (3 or more).
      Textbook Varies depending on the selected course. 1,500 to 2,500 pesos per 4 weeks.
      Laundry
      • Laundry services at the school: 150 pesos for up to 5kg, 200 pesos for 6-8kg, and 300 pesos for 9-10kg.
      • Laundry services at the hotel: Following the rates set by the hotel
      Overnight Overstay fees may vary depending on the period.

    Frequently Asked Questions

    • Rules for Juniors

    • Can I extend my check-out date by a day or two?

    • Is there anything I should pay particular attention to for safety?