English schools in San Diego

12 Best English Language Schools in San Diego in 2024 (from NZ$ 377)

18 reviews

Connect English is located in San Diego, California - "America's Finest City." The school is just meters away from a major public transportation center which offers direct, safe, and convenient access to all the major areas of interest in San Diego. Connect English is located in Mission Valley and has modern classrooms and a friendly and personable staff that will make your experience in San Diego memorable. The campus has a safe and open feel with a view of the hills surrounding Mission Valley.

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NZ$ 970

7 reviews

Enjoying miles of golden beaches and some of the best weather in the United States while still having all the bustle and vibrancy of the city, San Diego is the ideal place to learn English in California. Our language school is located in the very heart of San Diego, with restaurants, shops and transport links all nearby. The famous San Diego Zoo, the Symphony Hall, and San Diego Bay are all within easy walking distance. We offer TOEFL and Cambridge Examination preparation courses, among our many different English programmes. The school itself is housed in a modern building, and you will benefit from facilities including a computer room with free internet access while you study English. Facilities: 18 Modern Classrooms, E-Learning System, Student Lounge, Self-study Area, Free WIFI, Student Computers, Official Exam Centre, Student Fridge, Student Microwave, Lunch Room, Free Materials, interactive Lessons.

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NZ$ 772

9 reviews

The program is based in our central LSI school. For the older juniors (12-17 old), the course combines English tuition in the mornings with fun activities in the afternoons and weekends. For younger juniors (7–11 years) we offer morning mixed ability English classes • 15 lessons a week • Elementary to Advanced levels • Afternoon activities/Weekly excursions • Full board accommodation in shared room • Students aged 7–11 can only study with parents or guardians as part of the Family Programme (see page 12) • 12 year olds are only accepted in a chaperoned group or if accompanied by their parents • Max. 16 students per class Featuring : • Modern classrooms with projectors • Computer lounge with WiFi • Library

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NZ$ 1,168

1 review

Pacific Beach school is located on Garnet Street of Pacific Beach, the seaside gem of San Diego. Students love being within walking distance to the beach, nightlife, and cuisine.

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NZ$ 934

San Diego Downtown school is located in the middle of the Metroplitan District of San Diego, close to all of San Diego’s biggest attractions including Balboa Park, The Gaslamp District and Little Italy.

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NZ$ 916

2 reviews

Q International School is an innovative, student-centered educational institution dedicated to inspiring academic excellence while providing an appreciation of cultural diversity and a foundation for personal growth. Established in 2002, Q International School has served the English language learning community for over 15 years. The school has a well-earned reputation as a welcoming community providing exceptional English Language Acquisition training for non-native English speaking students. At Q International School, our primary mission is to assist students in developing their English language proficiency in listening, speaking, reading, writing, grammar, vocabulary, and pronunciation. We believe that students thrive in a rigorous academic environment where they feel supported and acknowledged for their individual strengths, academic accomplishments, and achievement of personal goals. At Q International School, we really get to know our students and celebrate their individuality. We provide the highest quality English language instruction by offering: - Best practices in all aspects of education. - A unique, holistic approach to education which takes into account students mental and social well-being. - A vast array of unique programs, services, and activities to keep students constantly engaged and immersed in English. - Dynamic, experienced teachers to help students navigate the challenges of learning a new language. - Technology to bring course materials to life while incorporating listening, pronunciation and grammar activities. At Q International School, our students come first, always!

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NZ$ 1,365

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1 review

Thousands of students come to California every year to study English, but very few discover an authentic experience. California Language Academy was founded on the idea that language is living and vibrant. It must be experienced in order to be fully appreciated and understood. We believe that learning a language is achieved through hands-on, real world practice. At California Language Academy, we are passionate about getting to know each person who walks through our doors and we go out of our way to create a warm and personalized classroom experience. That’s what makes us different! Students can also enjoy engaging in after-school activities to ensure that they continue learning and applying their skills. We are an intimate, student-focused, ACCET-accredited, SEVP approved language school with two Southern California locations. The surrounding area is home to wonderful neighborhoods and we take great care to select only the most caring homestay families so that each student s fully immersed and benefifits from a genuine community. We look forward to personally welcoming you to our fun and unique California Language Academy family!

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NZ$ 718
NZ$ 844

INX Academy’s mission is to provide immersive educational and cross-cultural exchange services to facilitate international connections, create global citizens and promote personal and professional growth. It's the best place to learn how to speak English confidently. Our experienced teachers and interactive learning environment give the students the confidence they need to communicate effectively and fluently. We offer high quality English language classes for all ages, levels, and needs - from beginning levels to advanced and test preparations - they have courses for lots of different profiles.

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NZ$ 1,257

Learn English & live in your private teacher's home around San Diego with Home Language International! Home Language International (HLI) is a family-run business offering language courses in more than 20 languages in over 30 countries worldwide, including English lessons at an experienced private teacher's home in USA. More than 5,000 students take advantage of our services every year. Ian Josephs, Danielle Josephs, their 5 adult children and an expert team of dedicated staff all put in very long hours for HLI. You stay in an experienced teacher's family home, have one-to-one English lessons and then continue to use the language during the rest of your stay in San Diego. Because you are the only student, you are guaranteed individual attention. The lessons are completely designed for you, so the teacher will focus exactly on what you need. Mealtime conversation, television and social contacts are all in English. All of our teachers in USA have a university degree (or equivalent) and/or a recognised teaching certificate. All teachers have been visited by one of our local organisers. Their qualifications have been checked and their homes throughly inspected. During your stay in San Diego, a local organiser will monitor your progress and make sure your experience is both happy and successful. Home Language International (HLI) is accredited by the Accreditation Body for Language Services (ABLS), Association of Language Travel Organisations (ALTO), and UNOSEL.

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NZ$ 3,359

The host are located in San Diego and surrounding areas.

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NZ$ 1,805

6 reviews

EC San Diego's English language school is located on the always trendy Prospect Street with great beaches nearby, spectacular sea views and backed by the steep slopes of Mt. Soledad, making it a wonderfully relaxing place to learn English. Modern classrooms, small class sizes, and friendly and professional staff further enrich a positive learning environment.The goal at EC San Diego is to ensure that students leave with an improved level of English. Launched: 2008 Center capacity: 120 Classrooms: 8 Minimum age: 16 Students per class: Average 12 (Max. 15) School Includes 8 classrooms + computer lab Free wireless internet access throughout the centre Modern facility Custom built for EC Student lounge Social and cultural programme Close access to La Jolla beach University Admissions Service

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NZ$ 862

Increase Your Ocean Experience with the most comprehensive surf lessons in San Diego available for people that want to learn to surf ages 6 to 60+ in Mission Beach, San Diego. Our team of certified, trained, and experienced instructors use a proven, 5 - step skill progression method of instruction to help you learn to surf with confidence. Taught in our easy-to-learn format at skill level appropriate locations you are sure to master the fundamentals of surfing. Ocean Experience offers surfing lessons for advanced, intermediate and beginner students of all ages in private, couples, semi-private or group settings; all of our lessons are designed to take your surfing to the next level. With our authentic San Diego style, we will have you up on a board and smiling in no time. Ocean Experience Surf School develops skills and confidence while instilling a passion to surf for life. Hundreds of our students have gone on to be competitive surfers with many becoming professionals.All students receive complimentary equipment rentals for the remainder of the day after their lesson and exclusive discounts on future rentals and purchases.

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NZ$ 377

Recently reviewed English schools in San Diego

Language Studies International (LSI): San Diego (Junior)

The school it’s very adaptable and versatile regardless of the English level the kids had before, they had the opportunity to practice and enjoy the clases, and was very helpful for them. Everything is great only thing it’s we feel insecure... more

Language Studies International (LSI): San Diego

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