English Outdoors Combined English Class

English Outdoors, LLC (Outdoor Learning Classes)

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Course description

This program offers the interaction and liveliness of group classes as well as the personal attention of a private teacher. Students take the Morning Class and 3 extra individual lessons (of 45 minutes each) in the afternoon, during which they will be able to focus on areas of weakness or discuss a topic of special interest. Classes take place in authentic locations all over the city (parks, gardens, museums, markets, public atriums...).

This course allows students to learn and progress faster with one-on-one attention from their assigned teacher. A needs analysis/interview is conducted prior to the course in order to identify the student’s areas of weakness and overall goals of the lessons.

Topics covered during the 1-to-1s can include:
• Business
• Exam preparation
• Conversation
• Pronunciation
• Grammar
• Areas of interest (American culture, politics, current events….)

Class Times:
• Monday to Friday 9:30am – 12:45pm for group course outdoors
• + Individual classes at flexible times in the afternoon

Our new English Outdoors concept is specifically designed to immerse students in NYC life and culture, giving them the unique opportunity to practice their English in authentic NYC settings. Our morning English classes take place in locations all over the city, allowing students to learn English and make the most of New York City.

Instead of being in the same classroom every day, students learn in famous and authentic places such as Bryant Park, Brooklyn Bridge Park, Industry City, Essex Market, Central Park and more. Locations have been carefully chosen based on comfort, space, ease of access, points of interest close by, proximity of public restrooms, etc. English Outdoors classrooms include a range of indoor locations for rainy/cold days, so lessons are guaranteed every day, whatever the weather.

With this interactive classroom experience, students get the added bonus of a hands-on approach to learning about NYC.

HOW IT WORKS:
• All students' levels of English are tested online before arrival via a multiple choice test and a speaking test on Zoom.
• Students get a weekly timetable by email and meet on location daily.
• Teachers and students join a Whatsapp group to stay connected.
• Teachers utilize the coursebook, supplementary materials, and mini-whiteboards to target key grammar and vocabulary points.
• They also use technology in the form of iPads and smartphones to further engage students.
• Students complete homework assignments regularly and are assessed on course language objectives weekly.
• Classes are rich in cultural content and conversation.
• We recommend students have an international phone plan and bring a headset to make the most of the English Outdoors experience

DISCOVERY DAYS:
There are 2 Discovery Days per week, on Tuesdays and Thursdays. On these unique & fun days, students are still in class but also on the move with their teacher, exploring an interesting part of the city or a museum or both! These days are also a great way to help build student fluency & confidence in English, whilst discovering a new part of the city.

A typical Discovery Day includes a 60-minute sit-down class, followed by a 90-minute walking tour or museum visit, and finally a stop at a cafe/bar or on location for a wrap up session on the day's class.

Examples of Discovery Days:
- American Art
- NY immigration
- 911 Revisited
- Modern Art
- Where America Began
- And many more!

NOTE:
• This course is available on a B1/B2 tourist visa or ESTA (20 lessons = 15 clock hours per week)

Course topics

Listening, Speaking, Pronunciation, Reading, Writing, Vocabulary and Grammar

Class schedule

Course duration
1-12 weeks
Start dates
Every Monday
Classes per week
23 lessons per week (each lesson lasts 45 min)
Class days
Monday - Friday
School holidays
28 Nov 2024 - 29 Nov 2024 and 20 Dec 2024 - 31 Dec 2024

EO does not hold classes on the holiday dates above. The school does not compensate for these holidays, so make sure to choose your start date accordingly.

Class times

Morning session
10:00 AM - 01:15 PM
Lunch
01:15 PM - 02:00 PM
Lesson
02:00 PM - 02:45 PM

Class schedule may change depending on availability and season.

Class level

Pre-intermediate
Intermediate
High intermediate
Advanced
You will take a placement test before your arrival in New York City to determine your class level.

Class size

Average 4 students
Maximum 8 students

Student age

Age range 17 years old and older
Average 34 years old
(32 in the summer)

Certificate

A certificate of completion will be issued at the end of the course.
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Reviews

93% recommend

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"It was unsual and interesting experience"

Iga Adamska, student from USA

I really liked the classes. Locations were interesting, I’ve seen many new places and had an opportunity to learn more about them. I enjoyed talking with my teacher and discussing some interesting aspects. It was both theoretical part where I was able to learn more and talk more fluently and practical part during when we saw some great places.

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Date of study
9 Sep 2024 - 13 Sep 2024
Would you recommend this school?
Yes
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"It's a very beautiful experience."

JEAN PIMPIE, student from France

the classes are interesting and not boring with good teacher. Activities during the classroom are good and cool.

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1 week
Date of study
15 Jul 2024 - 26 Jul 2024
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Yes
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"Amelia, my teacher, was just perfect: highly skilled, flexible and so nice. Meeting at different places added to the experience."

Brigitte Cayron, student from Israel

I didn’t need facilities or housing since I stayed at my daughter’s who’s been living in Brooklyn. Nor did I really needed different locations since I’m familiar with NYC thanks to my long stays over the years. For the rest of it, I wanted to perfectionate my spoken English and I made the best of what is possible to achieve in two weeks. Improving my fluency, learning idioms, the way natives speak was useful and fun. I liked everything except the weather :))

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1 week
Date of study
11 Mar 2024 - 22 Mar 2024
Would you recommend this school?
Yes
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"Great program if you want to learn english and visit nyc at the same time!"

Salomé Lux, student from France

I was in the advanced group, and in one week I learned a few things, it was pretty good to have classes outdoors and not to be in a classroom. We were a group of seven teenagers and that was good, because the teacher could help us all. The afternoons were great, because we were on our own, we could do whatever we wanted (with limits of course), and the activities were the best to do! We discovered so much!
I wasn’t in a host family, I was at a friend’s, so I don’t know how it feels like, but of course, we had work to do. I had two days to prepare a presentation on a random subject about NYC, and I was kind of stressed about it (I’m a stressed person in general), and we had a little bit of presure for the final test (but I understand we weren’t in vacation but here to work).
The locations were always great I loved it !

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26 Jun 2023 - 30 Jun 2023
Would you recommend this school?
Yes
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"Great experience"

Najima Banouh, student from France

The teacher is amazing
I really liked the fact that we were not a lot of students, only 4. We could learn a lot in a small Amount of time
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The outdoor classes is a really interesting concept. We could discover new places in New York every day. The hours of classes are perfect from 10 to 1.30, free afternoon to discover the city.

The level of classes was not very advanced though. If you are looking for advanced English, this program will probably not suit you
The housing is amazing +++, lovely family, perfect neighborhood. This was a really good point

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Duration of study
1 week
Date of study
16 May 2022 - 27 May 2022
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Yes
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"Very positve experience and friendly people"

Magdalena Bieniek, student from Poland

I liked the classes size - 2-3 students, very intensive schedule. Teachers were very friendly and helpful, always willing to explain any queries or doubts. Fantastic location of the school. I liked Fridays - the summary of the week + program for the weekend and the coming week.

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2 weeks
Date of study
22 Oct 2018 - 9 Nov 2018
Would you recommend this school?
Yes
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"Challenging"

Rossella Pappagallo, student from Italy

There was a problem with elementary course because I was the one student. The teachers were expert and patient, but there was not sufficiently coordination between them.

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4 Jun 2018 - 8 Jun 2018
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Yes
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"Wonderful experience"

Jose Grateraux, student from Dominican Republic

I had a wonderful experience in Brooklyn. Maybe is much better if the school have two difference teachers for intensive program.


All day with a single teacher, its too much.

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7 May 2018 - 11 May 2018
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Yes
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"Good"

Reetta Parviainen, student from Finland

The classes were great (small like they promised), and the location was perfect. I didn't live in the shared student house, but I went there a couple of times and it was not clean.

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Duration of study
5 weeks
Date of study
12 Oct 2015 - 20 Nov 2015
Would you recommend this school?
Yes
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"Great team. I enjoyed in improving my English there."

Kristelle Serey, student from Switzerland

I met some awesome people, learnt a lot, and I felt at home. Thank you!

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Duration of study
7 weeks
Date of study
3 Aug 2015 - 25 Sep 2015
Would you recommend this school?
Yes
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"I really enjoyed my time in New York City"

Max Degenkolb, student from Austria

I just can recommend the Brooklyn School of Languages to everyone! The school was very nice and all the staff were very friendly, and this also includes the activity leaders and the teachers. The activities were very nice, and I enjoyed the workshops which took place twice a week. The host family was very nice and friendly. There was absolutely nothing I didn’t like.

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Duration of study
2 weeks
Date of study
6 Jul 2015 - 24 Jul 2015
Would you recommend this school?
Yes
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"Amazing!"

Ivan Souza Vieira, student from Brazil

The Brooklyn School of Languages is totally incredible! The school, the teacher and all the staff are really great. I definitely had a great time there.

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Duration of study
3 weeks
Date of study
9 Feb 2015 - 6 Mar 2015
Would you recommend this school?
Yes
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"Great personal experience!"

Cristian Benes, student from Brazil

School is very well located, nice and new infrastructure, amazing view and friendly teacher.

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Date of study
12 Jan 2015 - 16 Jan 2015
Would you recommend this school?
Yes
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"A good way to travel on your own"

Nerea Gabellanes, student from Spain

The teacher, the location and the facilities were wonderful but the classes were not my level. I think the grammar taught was too easy but I could learn some new vocabulary. The activities we did with the school were good. The location of the house was good because I could walk to the school but the problem was that my bedroom was next to a very noisy highway and I had to wear earplugs to sleep. Besides, I think the house wasn't clean enough. The owner of the house didn't want us to cook any meat at home because he is vegetarian. I think I should know that beforehand.

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Date of study
19 Aug 2013 - 23 Aug 2013
Would you recommend this school?
No
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Housing

EO offers the following housing types:
homestay

Homestay - Double room - Breakfast - 2 students must book together

NZ$ 647
weekly
Age range: 18 years old and older
Location: Outside the city center of New York City
Housing type: Homestay
Room type: 2-person shared room
Board type: Breakfast (7 meals per week)
Facilities: Kitchen, wireless internet, and heating
Distance to school: 20 - 40 minutes by train or subway
Availability: January - December
Check-in: Sunday, anytime
Check-out: Saturday, anytime
Restriction: 2 students must book together
NZ$ 647
Living as part of an English speaking household is simply the best way to truly immerse yourself in the language. You will be practicing the English you have learned every day with other English speakers, which means that you will never stop learning and improving your fluency. It is also a great chance to get to know people living in New York and share their way of life.

All the families are recruited by us (no middle man!) and are based in Brooklyn within 20-45 minutes travel time of the class locations.

With the Bed & Breakfast option you will not be able to use the kitchen to cook your meals, so you will need to eat out most of the time, or use the fridge and microwave to store/ heat up some food (no extensive cooking allowed).

Homestay - Single room - Room Only

NZ$ 701
weekly
Age range: 18 years old and older
Location: Outside the city center of New York City
Housing type: Homestay
Room type: Single-person room
Board type: No meals
Facilities: Kitchen, wireless internet, and heating
Distance to school: 20 - 40 minutes by train or subway
Availability: January - December
Check-in: Sunday, anytime
Check-out: Saturday, anytime
NZ$ 701
Living as part of an English speaking household is simply the best way to truly immerse yourself in the language. You will be practicing the English you have learned every day with other English speakers, which means that you will never stop learning and improving your fluency. It is also a great chance to get to know people living in New York and share their way of life.

All the families are recruited by us (no middile man!) and located in Brooklyn within 20-45 minutes travel time of the class location.

With the Room Only option you will have full access to the kitchen facilities and will be able to cook your meals. This is an ideal option for students who have special diets or prefer to cook instead of eating out.

Homestay - Single room - Breakfast

NZ$ 736
weekly
Age range: 18 years old and older
Location: Outside the city center of New York City
Housing type: Homestay
Room type: Single-person room
Board type: Breakfast (7 meals per week)
Facilities: Kitchen, wireless internet, and heating
Distance to school: 20 - 40 minutes by train or subway
Availability: January - December
Check-in: Sunday, anytime
Check-out: Saturday, anytime
NZ$ 736
Living as part of an English speaking household is simply the best way to truly immerse yourself in the language. You will be practicing the English you have learned every day with other English speakers, which means that you will never stop learning and improving your fluency. It is also a great chance to get to know people living in New York and share their way of life.

All the families are recruited by us (no middle man!) and are based in Brooklyn within 20-45 minutes travel time of the class locations.

With the Bed & Breakfast option you will not be able to use the kitchen to cook your meals, so you will need to eat out most of the time, or use the fridge and microwave to store/ heat up some food (no extensive cooking allowed).

Homestay - Double room - Breakfast and dinner - 2 students must book together

NZ$ 772
weekly
Age range: 14 years old and older
Location: Outside the city center of New York City
Housing type: Homestay
Room type: 2-person shared room
Board type: Breakfast and dinner (18 meals per week)
Facilities: Kitchen, wireless internet, and heating
Distance to school: 20 - 40 minutes by train or subway
Availability: January - December
Check-in: Saturday, anytime
Check-out: Saturday, anytime
Restriction: 2 students must book together
NZ$ 772
Living as part of an English speaking household is simply the best way to truly immerse yourself in the language. You will be practicing the English you have learned every day with other English speakers, which means that you will never stop learning and improving your fluency. It is also a great chance to get to know people living in New York and share their way of life.

All the families are recruited by us (no middle man!) and are based in Brooklyn within 20-45 minutes travel time of the class locations.

Homestay - Single room - Breakfast and dinner

NZ$ 862
weekly
Age range: 18 years old and older
Location: Outside the city center of New York City
Housing type: Homestay
Room type: Single-person room
Board type: Breakfast and dinner (14 meals per week)
Facilities: Kitchen, wireless internet, and heating
Distance to school: 20 - 40 minutes by train or subway
Availability: January - December
Check-in: Sunday, anytime
Check-out: Saturday, anytime
NZ$ 862
Living as part of an English speaking household is simply the best way to truly immerse yourself in the language. You will be practicing the English you have learned every day with other English speakers, which means that you will never stop learning and improving your fluency. It is also a great chance to get to know people living in New York and share their way of life.

All these families are recruited by us (no middle man!) and located in Brooklyn within 20-45 minutes travel time of the class locations.
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Visa support

We cannot apply for visas on behalf of students. The school is also not authorized to issue an I-20 to support an F-1 student visa application. If you need a visa, you have to apply for a Visitor Visa (B1/B2) on your own.

Flights and airport transfer

Please note that we do not book flights for our students. If you are researching airfare costs, we recommend using Kayak.com, a search engine that lets you compare flight options from your home country to New York City based on your budget, schedule and preferences.

Travel insurance

Study abroad worry-free with Language International's health and personal effects insurance coverage. When you book a course with us, you can opt to purchase an international insurance plan that covers not only your health care cost but also loss of your personal belongings. You must book your insurance in advance when you register.

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