Speaking Master, Native Master

Speaking Master, Native Master

In this article:

  • Professional speaking curriculum
  • In-depth lessons with Native Speakers 1:1
  • Loose regulations, free to go out after school.
  • Regular classes begin on the first day of arrival.

THESE COURSES AIM TO IMPROVE SPEAKING SKILLS THROUGH VARIOUS SUBJECTS SUCH AS SPEAKING AND RELATED SUBJECTS - pronunciation, public speaking, presentation, phrasal verbs, verb conjugation, and colloquial grammar. Our curriculum is the culmination of many years of experience and know-how, and is always updated to the latest status.

In particular, apart from the educational advantages of Filipino teachers as non-native speakers, education by native speakers is essential in certain areas. THAT IS WHY WE ADHERE TO PRONUNCIATION CORRECTION AND PRACTICAL EXPRESSION EDUCATION BY NATIVE SPEAKERS IN THE US AND THE UK.

Speaking Master, Native Master

Curriculum

The curriculum of Speaking Master and Native Master is the same. The only difference is the number of one-on-one native lessons.

Class Type Speaking Master Native Master Subjects
One on One (1:1) 5 4 Speaking Strategy, Conversation Path, Travel English, Building Reading & Vocabulary, Grammar in Use, Step Up Listening Creative Writing.
Native 1:1 1 2 Speaking Master, Accent Master, Speech & Pronunciation, Current Issues
Small Group (SG) 1 1 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 1 Listening & Dictation, American Accent Training, Daily Vocabulary, Mastering Idioms.
#Conducted by Native speakers or Filipino teachers.
Evening Program - - Optional
Total 8 8
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. Optional.
  • 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

  • INTENSIVE PROGRAM TO IMPROVE SPEAKING SKILLS: Speaking Master and Native Master are two courses that focus on improving your speaking skills naturally and dynamically with various speaking-related subjects such as vocabulary, verb conjugation, pronunciation, and colloquial grammar.
  • NATIVE SPEAKERS CORRECT YOUR PRONUNCIATION AND LEARN PRACTICAL EXPRESSIONS currently used in the US and UK.
  • 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.
  • SEMI-SPARTAN STYLE: Somewhat loose regulations apply. You can go out freely after school and school regulations are not strictly applied.

Admission Qualification & Date

  • There is no specific level requirement for admission to this course.
  • 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

  • 1-16 weeks
  • 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 optional.
    • 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.
  • Class Schedule (Mon-Sat)

    Below is a sample weekly study schedule (NATIVE MASTER) from Monday to Saturday. The schedule may vary depending on the course and student level. Attendance is mandatory for regular classes from Monday to Friday, but participation in Saturday classes is optional.

    Even students in the semi-Spartan program can sign up for night classes from 19:00 for 1 hour. However, attendance and other factors will be monitored.

    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 Spoken Grammar 08:50 – 09:35 1st Class / SGC IELTS, TOEIC, Business Vocabulary
    09:40 – 10:25 3rd Class / 1:1 Current Issues 09:40 – 10:25 2nd Class / SGC Current Issues
    10:30 – 11:15 4th Class / Native 1:1 Spoken Grammar 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 / Native 1:1 Speaking Master
    13:50 – 14: 35 7th Class / SGC TED Talk
    14:40 – 15:25 8th Class / 1:1 Verb Usage
    15:30 – 16:15 9th Class / 1:1 Speaking Strategy
    16:20 – 17:00 10th Class
    17:45 – 19:00 Dinner 17:45 – 19:00 Dinner
    19:00 – 19:50
    20:00 – 21:00
    21:00 – 22:00
  • Things To Note Before Registration

    - Accommodation options include a dormitory (on the school campus) and a hotel (10 minutes away by school shuttle). If you prefer to avoid curfews and school regulations, we recommend the off-campus hotel. For detailed information about the hotel, lease click here. HOTEL GUIDE.

    - Dormitory Quad-rooms and HOTEL rooms are only available to families or groups with the same enrollment and graduation dates.

    - 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 (USD)

    Speaking Master

    Dormitory 1-Week 2-Week 3-Week 4-Week 8-Week 12-Week 16-Week 20-Week 24-Week
    Single A 912 1,482 1,938 2,280 4,560 6,840 9,070 11,300 13,530
    Single B 852 1,385 1,811 2,130 4,260 6,390 8,470 10,550 12,630
    Double 792 1,287 1,683 1,980 3,960 5,940 7,870 9,800 11,730
    Triple 748 1,216 1,590 1,870 3,740 5,610 7,430 9,250 11,070
    Quad 708 1,151 1,505 1,770 3,540 5,310 7,030 8,750 10,470
    Hotel 1-Week 2-Week 3-Week 4-Week 8-Week 12-Week 16-Week 20-Week 24-Week
    DELUXE KING
    (SINGLE)
    1,290 2,097 2,742 3,226 6,452 9,678 12,854 16,030 19,206
    DELUXE KING
    (DOUBLE)
    1,010 1,642 2,147 2,526 5,052 7,578 10,054 12,530 15,006
    DELUXE TWIN
    (DOUBLE)
    1,052 1,710 2,236 2,630 5,260 7,890 10,470 13,050 15,630
    DELUXE TWIN
    (TRIPLE)
    940 1,527 1,997 2,349 4,698 7,047 9,346 11,645 13,944
    EXECUTIVE SUITE
    (TRIPLE)
    1,094 1,778 2,325 2,735 5,470 8,205 10,890 13,575 16,260
    EXECUTIVE SUITE
    (QUADE)
    996 1,618 2,116 2,489 4,978 7,467 9,906 12,345 14,784

    - 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.

    Native Master

    Dormitory 1-Week 2-Week 3-Week 4-Week 8-Week 12-Week 16-Week 20-Week 24-Week
    Single A 980 1,593 2,083 2,450 4,900 7,350 9,750 12,150 14,550
    Single B 920 1,495 1,955 2,300 4,600 6,900 9,150 11,400 13,650
    Double 860 1,398 1,828 2,150 4,300 6,450 8,550 10,650 12,750
    Triple 816 1,326 1,734 2,040 4,080 6,120 8,110 10,100 12,090
    Quad 776 1,261 1,649 1,940 3,880 5,820 7,710 9,600 11,490
    Hotel 1-Week 2-Week 3-Week 4-Week 8-Week 12-Week 16-Week 20-Week 24-Week
    DELUXE KING
    (SINGLE)
    1,358 2,207 2,887 3,396 6,792 10,188 13,534 16,880 20,226
    DELUXE KING
    (DOUBLE)
    1,078 1,752 2,292 2,696 5,392 8,088 10,734 13,380 16,026
    DELUXE TWIN
    (DOUBLE)
    1,120 1,820 2,380 2,800 5,600 8,400 11,150 13,900 16,650
    DELUXE TWIN
    (TRIPLE)
    1,008 1,637 2,141 2,519 5,038 7,557 10,026 12,495 14,964
    EXECUTIVE SUITE
    (TRIPLE)
    1,162 1,888 2,469 2,905 5,810 8,715 11,570 14,425 17,280
    EXECUTIVE SUITE
    (QUADE)
    1,064 1,728 2,260 2,659 5,318 7,977 10,586 13,195 15,804

    - 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)

    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 4,000
    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 75,850

    #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.

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