About us

Your partner for skill-based English courses designed for real-life success.

Skill based English matters

We believe English learning should be practical and immediately useful. Our skill-based courses situate learning in real-life settings, helping you develop language skills you can use right away-whether you're ordering food, navigating travel, or collaborating in the workplace. Think of it as "oven-to-table" learning: lessons designed to be applied as soon as you need them.

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say group classes keep them motivated and accountable

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feel more prepared to communicate across cultures

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say lively group discussions boost their confidence

Since 1983

Our founders have been helping international students master English in Los Angeles for over 40 years. Over the decades, we've grown from in-person classes to offering dynamic online programs, but our mission remains the same: empowering learners with the tools they need to succeed.

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The Best Teachers

Our teachers are at the heart of what makes us great. Our expert teachers create dynamic, student-centered lessons that go beyond lectures, using the PPP methodology (Present, Practice, Produce) to help you learn and apply new skills effectively. All of our courses are aligned with the CEFR (Common European Framework of Reference) to ensure high-quality, globally recognized language instruction.

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