POLY Languages Institute at Irvine

(64 reviews)

1.8 mi

Our experience with Language Door has been fantastic. We were at another language school before and…read moreboth my kids were unhappy. When learning a new language, it should be fun and exciting. I looked into Language Door and found our forever home. First, the owner Natascha is fantastic. She's multi lingual and very hands on. She loves what she does and it shows with all the students. She knows what teachers would be best for certain students. Second, I love love love Susan and Lupe who work as administrators. Susan is Hungarian and speaks so many languages, I can't keep track. She's kind, a world of knowledge and gives the best hugs. Lupe is smart, multi lingual and wonderful! Every student who walks in is greeted in the language they're learning. There are adults and kids learning Japanese, Arabic, Spanish, etc. The teachers are worldly, my kids love their classes and can't wait to go to school even on Saturday's. While I'm waiting for my kids I get to speak with all the parents who are lovely. Walking in I feel transported to an international setting where people are open minded, multi cultural and inclusive. I wouldn't hesitate making the call! Thanks Language Door for embracing the love of language!

I absolutely love Language Door. The teacher I have for my advanced Spanish class on Saturdays is…read moreamazing- extremely friendly, kind and very well educated and good at explaining and tailoring lessons to each individual student. What really makes this place stand out (and believe me I did my research) is that if you want to take a foreign language class with them you can sit in on a few classes before you decide to sign up for the new start date. The owner, Natascha is also extremely attentive and you can tell she loves what she does and goes the extra mile for her students and teachers. I am quite impressed with the level of service provided and it was more than worth it for the price! I plan to sign up for German & Arabic courses shortly after my Advanced Spanish course commences.

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Orange County Lingual Institute

4.6

(123 reviews)

2.2 mi

How lucky was I to be placed in an Italian class with Valentina Dalan! In a few weeks, I will be…read morestarting my third Intermediate class with her, and I am "proprio" looking forward to beginning it, just as I enjoy coming every Wednesday to her class. She is "molta simpatica," and is patient and encouraging to all of us in her small class. Everything that has been said about her in previously written reviews are echoed by me, and I, too, highly recommend Valentina for a teacher, especially if Italian is the language of your heart as it is of mine. Paula F.

I have been taking advanced italian with Valentina Dalan. Best teacher there is - always prepared,…read moresuper knowledgeable, detailed, thoughtful, caring, engaging with relevant and diverse topics from culture, history - all in an interactive and fun way. I highly recommend Valentina Dalan.

Italian intermediate 2 class: striking a pose to learn the imperative tense, why not?

Italiano B2

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Our lovely and very talented French teacher with her students .

AOI College of Languages

4.8

(5 reviews)

2.1 mi

AOI is a great English school! The staff and teachers are friendly and professional. If you want…read moreto learn English I recommend AOI College of Languages!

This is my second term here as a student. Because of Covid, we have classes entirely online, which…read moreare always on time and made convenient. As I signed up for American Culture & Conversation and TOEFL, my teachers, especially teacher William, have been very helpful in my language/culture learning. Although I have been in the USA for about 6 years, I didn't learn as much about the American cultures and history as much as I have in the classes over the 3 month courses. We talk about different topics (holidays, history, politics, etc) and do practice TOEFL exams in class. The teachers are thorough, encouraging, and always think for the success of the students. One thing that is worth noting though is the efficiency of the office. I sometimes get last minute notice regarding class time change or request. Other than that, AOI is a fun and efficient place with great people and teachers. I wish we can go back to in person class when everything is safe.

We are located in the incredible city of Irvine, California!

We accept students from any background and at any level of English!

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AOI has an amazing community! We are always ready to help each other!

Trung Tâm Văn Hóa VN Trường Việt Ngữ -Vietnamese Cultural Center

(3 reviews)

9.6 mi

My 4 year old daughter is currently attending and after 2 days, she was about to count to 5 in…read moreVietnamese, and how to properly greet the teacher. She spoke 0 Vietnamese. I'm excited to see how well she will be speaking by the end of May. And tuition is very affordable. Highly recommend. We drive all the way from Torrance to bring my daughter here for Sunday Vietnamese school!

Price: $280 a year. (Cash or check only. No credit card)…read more Schedule: School runs from September to June and is held every Sunday. They have morning and afternoon classes. My daughter is in the morning class 9:15am-1145 am. I believe the noon class is from 12pm-230. Parking is small and limited and lots of parents double park and stop in the middle of the parking lot. I recommend parking at the neighborhood and walking in. Pros: price includes book, folder, notebook, pencil, and shirt(uniform). Basically everything your child needs. Lunch: lunch is 20 minutes. At lunch they sell pizza ($1/slice), chips (.50cent), candy and drinks. Staff: teachers are good and my daughter is learning a lot. Overall, 100% would recommend.

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Marco Polo Children's School

We will forever be grateful to Marco Polo. Our daughter started attending when she was just two…read moreyears old, and now at four, we're blown away by how much she's grown. Her vocabulary has taken off, she's genuinely curious about the world, and most importantly, she's confident in who she is. She absolutely loves going to school. The teachers are warm, passionate, and deeply care about the children. They create an environment where learning feels like joyful discovery. The curriculum is thoughtfully play-based and beautifully rooted in nature and the world around them. Marco Polo has played such a meaningful role in shaping who our daughter is becoming. We couldn't ask for more.

Our daughter started at MPCS in 2023, and finished her pre-k class with Ms Amy, Ms Venus and Mr…read moreErick last May. This was so bittersweet, as we all wished that she could stay longer (as long as possible) in Marco Polo! We didn't want to leave! We were a part of such a tight-knit, warm, supportive, and welcoming community - the teachers, fellow parents, all the students - that I truly believe that the bond forged and positive effects gleaned (both academic and non-academic) will last well into the future. We felt that the Reggio Emilia approach worked so well in helping kids of different character traits and temperaments grow according to their own pace and strengths. We loved all the teachers that have taught our daughter, as well as others we saw every single day in their various supporting roles (admin, front desk, meal times, science, subs, etc). It took a village, and boy was that village awesome. We could feel that the teachers (and everyone else) working there truly were there because they loved kids, and they loved helping kids thrive. The Preschool and Pre-K programs were particularly notable and instrumental in their roles in helping our daughter get more than ready for her kindergarten year (and beyond). Under the relatively new leadership of Ms. Kimberly, I saw notable improvements in terms of the variety of interesting new subjects, activities, and a stronger sense of direction, leadership, and community. We can't possibly thank Marco Polo enough for helping shape our daughter, for encouraging and loving her, and for supporting us throughout. Ms Amy, Ms Venus, Mr Erick, Ms Paris, Ms Fatemeh, Ms Destinee, Ms Kimberly, Ms Jing, Ms Caitlin, Mr Ruben, Ms Lisa, Ms Janet, and everyone else - you truly made Marco Polo such a wonderful journey for us. Thank you from the bottom of our hearts.

Safari theme block building

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Chinese immersion library area

LASC

(11 reviews)

0.3 mi

LASC Irvine was amazing as someone who struggled with English as an immigrant the teachers were…read morevery accommodating and resourceful! I will be recommending any ESL who want help to come here!

I love LASC Irvine! The facilities are excellent, and the teachers and staff are so kind!read more

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The Language Experts

(22 reviews)

1.2 mi

My son wanted to go to Japan for his gap year to learn Japanese and immerse in the culture…read more Unfortunately due to Covid he wasn't able to. Thankfully I found Sensei Atsuko after doing some research on the web. My son has been with Sensei Atsuko for about 3 months now and I am so impressed on how much he has learned. If you are thinking of taking Japanese I would highly recommend Ms. Atsuko at The Language Experts.

5-stars for Atsuko sensei and The Language Experts!…read more I tried, like many, to learn the Japanese language on my own. I ordered the Genki I textbook and started out strong. It didn't take very long for me to run into questions that I scrambled to try and answer through Google. I skipped a lot of the lessons that required a partner or a CD player. I ended up getting stuck and gave up. I decided I wanted to give the language another chance but this time I'd try taking lessons. I found The Language Experts through Yelp. I called and e-mailed and received responses very quickly and it gave me a good introduction and some expectations before signing up for the classes. I was a little reluctant to join a class with other students. It's part of the reason why I avoided taking a class at a nearby college. The prices are great for both private and group lessons and there's lots of different options to make payments as well. Despite the great prices of private lessons I gave the group lessons a try. I'm so very glad I decided to take the group lessons. Atsuko sensei will put you in a group that has a similar level whether you're completely new, or you've stopped and are starting again, or you have some sort of experience, she'll know which level and class to fit you in. My group is awesome and supportive and really fun! It's been less than a year but I've already learned a lot of the language and the culture that I would never have been able to do on my own and at a level I didn't think I'd ever get to. I'm really pleased and happy to be learning Japanese at The Language Experts. I hope to continue as long as possible!

Practiced some calligraphy in the Japanese class.

Japanese Private Lesson

ESL Skype Lesson

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Irvine Chinese School

3.9

(55 reviews)

5.3 mi

The immersion Chinese preschool is hands down the best preschool out kids have attended in Irvine…read more(compared to places like LePort and KinderCare). The teachers are attentive and caring, and the director is sensitive to special needs like food allergies. They also actually educate here -- unlike our experience at the aforementioned other schools. In addition to Mandarin, our little one has learned about diverse topics like geography, healthy foods, and microbes, and weather, just to name a few. It's truly with mixed feelings that our little one is moving on to TK; we really loved our 1.5 years here. We would 100% recommend.

Luv this school. Don't miss if u in the area!! Amazing staff n so much to learn. It's been fun day.read more

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The English Academy

(2 reviews)

6.2 mi

I am preparing for Toefl test in this academy and the classes are awesome! You feel like you're at…read morehome at the same time you learn.

From the owner: The English Academy is a private school offering online services globally, as well as onsite or…read morevirtual classes in Irvine, CA. We specialize in providing quality English and Spanish training to all ages and levels. Courses are custom-designed for individuals, groups, and corporate employees and executives. Our courses include accent reduction, conversation/idioms, grammar/writing, reading, presentation skills, communication skills, business speaking/writing, corporate English training, Language Arts K-12, TOEFL, TOEIC, SAT, and US Citizenship Test preparation, and more. We make every lesson interesting, practical, and applicable to create opportunities for group discussions to practice real-life situations in the classroom. We provide the necessary tools and support to meet our students' needs to reach their goals. Our Accent Reduction, communication skills, and presentation skills program helps employees and executives master skills to enhance their work performance, giving them more opportunities in the business world. Our English and Spanish instructors help students and professionals become confident, skilled, and independent communicators while creating a fun learning experience for all our clients. Our passion is to help students master the English or Spanish language in all settings and to enable them to communicate effectively in their everyday lives. We now offer Math lessons, which include Algebra 1 and 2, Pre-Calculus, AP Calculus, and SAT Math.

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Irvine International Academy

3.8

(26 reviews)

4.6 mi

Most of the negative reviews reflect the chaos of school politics. It doesn't really reflect the…read moreteachers' hard work and students' lives in the past year. I don't really write Yelp reviews often, but I feel I need to share my point of view for my son's first year at this school. I don't want to see teachers' hard work and devotion to be erased by all these negative reviews. This new school does not have a lot of resources like Irvine Unified School District. The facilities at the campus are out of date and the campus is leased from IUSD. The faculty has been trying hard to maintain the school facilities, but it is very challenging. - 2 of 5 star I have been volunteering at my son's classes in the past two semesters, and both English and Mandarin teachers from the 2nd Grade are very passionate about teaching and helping our children. I have heard a similar compliment for all other teachers at different grades. The school only has one PE teacher, who is working hard and carrying a lot of responsibilities for all the kids at school- 4 of 5 star The communication channels between teachers and parents are very clear. Teachers will quickly respond and answer questions or concerns from the parents. - 5 of 5 star Before enrolling at IIA last year, my son has no knowledge about Chinese handwriting. As now, at the end of his 2nd semester, he can do both reading and writing more than 117 Chinese characters. For reference, attached are words he has learned so far. - 5 of 5 star Some parents have questions about the on-site after-school program. From my observation in the past two semesters, my son was able to complete his homework at school, attending enrichment class for music and art, and playing with his friends after school. My son always asked me to pick him up last so that he can spend more time at school. - 4 of 5 star To sum up, my wife and I feel very fortunate that our son has this opportunity to learn both English and Mandarin at the same time without sacrificing our weekend attending Chinese school. Everyday when we dropped our son to school, he always rolls his backpack with lightening speed and runs to the teacher. We can tell our son really enjoys his first year at IIA. This is a tuition free charter school, not a 5 star Private school. This school requires a lot of parents to involve and help. This is a new school starting with a bumpy start. We all hope one day the school board and parents can come to an agreement one day so the teachers/students in between will not be sacrificed.

Mastering the language is the best key to start learn a culture of country…read more We are so touched that the school and teachers have done so much to make our children happy every day.

So happy to see the children are learning both languages every weekday ! It is priceless experience for their childhood and future.

Parents and student volunteers at the Irvine Latino Festival! Thank you City of Irvine.

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Little Angels Family Childcare

Women-owned & operated

As first-time daycare parents, we were very nervous about starting daycare, but the experience has…read moreexceeded our expectations. Even after just a few days, our little one has adjusted so much better than we imagined. The owner and staff have been patient, caring, and supportive during the transition. We were honestly amazed that he was able to nap in a sleeping bag alongside the other children, especially since he normally has a very specific routine at home. It almost felt like magic! We know it's still early, but we're so grateful for the care, attention, and reassurance we've received. It's such a relief to see our child feeling comfortable, safe, and excited to go to daycare.

My husband and I could not be happier that we found somewhere as trustworthy and engaging as Little…read moreAngels for our 2.5 year old son. Elle and Azie made the transition to daycare so seamless and provided an abundance of updates about our son's progression to make us completely comfortable. We love the daily updates of the activities that they work on - the crafts are the cutest and really show intention in what the class is learning everyday. The activities are all rooted in some type of development and we love seeing all of the creativity that goes into making each day different and fun. Our son loves outdoor play and the playground set up is really great. Plenty of space and age appropriate toys outside to release his wiggles during their outdoor time. We are truly so fortunate to have found someplace as special as Little Angels! The entire staff takes health and safety seriously and we appreciate all of the coordination and attention to detail. We are so thankful and look forward to bringing our daughter to Little Angels to join our son in the future!

Backyard at Little Angels Childcare

Backyard with enriching toys and plenty of play space!

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Playroom at Little Angels

Irvine Montessori School

4.5

(130 reviews)

1.3 mi

Certified professionals

Established in 2008

Dear Ms. Ruby, Ms. Susie & Ms. Jessica -…read more I wanted to take a moment to express our deepest gratitude for the beautiful graduation ceremony you hosted yesterday. It was clear from every detail that an enormous amount of care, creativity, and dedication went into making it such a special occasion. As a parent, watching our children take the stage with such confidence, poise, and genuine excitement was an absolute joy. The fact that they were so well-rehearsed and yet still completely in the moment is a true testament to the incredible work your teachers and staff do every single day. The event was so thoughtfully organized, and it showed. Every moment felt intentional and meaningful, leaving all of us parents with full hearts and the biggest smiles. These are the memories our families will treasure for years to come. Please know how deeply appreciated you all are, not just for yesterday, but for everything you pour into these children throughout the year. You don't just teach them; you help them grow into kind, capable, and confident little people. Yesterday was a beautiful reflection of that. Thank you, from the bottom of our hearts, for making this milestone so truly unforgettable. With warm gratitude, Happy Mama

Our experience with Irvine Montessori School has been good. From the front desk where Ms. Ruby and…read moreMs. Suzie manage parent interactions, to classroom teachers like Ms. Ana and Ms. Angie, the commitment to the children is evident. Our child has shown progress in language and social skills, and the staff puts clear effort into milestones like graduation ceremonies and holiday events. The campus itself is clean and modern. This is definitely one of the top 10 Montessori schools in Orange County. Refine a few operational details, and they have the potential to easily break into the top 5. Areas for Improvement: Teacher rotation does cause disruption in student learning. While staffing shifts are common, the school needs to do a better job of getting ahead of these rotations and being proactive about the transitions. Furthermore, the administration should establish a structured, year-round channel for parental feedback. While daily communication from individual teachers is fine, an administrative feedback loop like bi-annual parent surveys would allow families to share insights on scheduling logistics, administrative clarity, or classroom dynamics. It remains a solid option for families in Irvine, and showing better foresight regarding teacher transitions and structured parent communication will help them reach that next level.

Learning our Teens with an understanding on Tens and Units.

Great Gardening friends!

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Working on initial sounds of words!

Little Explorers Montessori

(31 reviews)

6.7 mi

As a first time parent, I am so relieved and glad to have found Little Explorers Montessori. I had…read moreheard many stories from coworkers of having to get on waitlists while pregnant, high costs, etc etc and was very anxious once my maternity leave neared its end that we wouldn't be able to find a suitable place. We toured many daycares- some in-home ones and others with facilities (ChildTime, etc) but none compared to this. Our first in-home daycare before arriving at Little Explorers was truly abysmal (breast milk wasted, instructions not followed, few updates, TV on every day...), so when we toured Little Explorers and saw the peaceful environment and amazing parent experiences, we were truly so relieved. My daughter has been now at Little Explorers for just over a year and I've felt such a peace of mind having her there. The app updates and photos were so appreciated, especially when she was fussy with breast milk and transitioning to various foods. In many instances Ms. Julia was able to get my daughter to drink more milk than I could even do at home. In addition, my daughter's egg allergy was taken seriously and I am so glad the school provides NUTRITIOUS healthy food that is home cooked! She loves the birds and bunnies there, as well as socializing with the other kids. Highly recommend this place to any new and experienced parents :).

We have been sending our now toddler to Julia and Vlad here for about a year now for daycare, since…read moreshe was just 4 months old. Obviously we were nervous at first, but this place has been such a blessing! Our daughter has never, not once cried at drop off, and in fact is eager to leave my arms to go to Julia each morning. This really speaks to what a loving atmosphere they have, and it's such a comfort that I don't have to feel guilty leaving her here while I'm working. They have hours that are fantastic for working parents, a variety of ages which has helped my baby develop faster by watching other kids, and an amazing outdoor, shaded space with lots of activities. Their prices are very reasonable, and they even provide wonderful meals and snacks, which takes such a load off of me in the mornings. Communication is fantastic, and they provide adorable photos now and again of our daughter's daily activities. I highly recommend!!

Exploring colors, textures, and coordination through hands-on sensory and art experiences.

Seasonal baking activities support practical life skills, fine motor development, and joyful learning experiences.

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Infant exploring object permanence material, developing focus, hand-eye coordination, and early cognitive skills.

Blue Buoy Swim School

(149 reviews)

4.9 mi

I wanted my daughters (ages 2 and 4 at the time) to start taking swim lessons. After doing research…read moreand reading reviews, I decided to try out Blue Buoy. A few friends/neighbors also recommended Blue Buoy. Great communication from the start. It has been almost a year now and my girls look forward to their swim lesson every week (and getting their sticker at the end of their lessons). Their instructors are patient and kind and make my girls feel comfortable and safe in the water.

I cannot say enough good things about Blue Buoy Swim School! After a really negative experience at…read moreanother swim program (Aquatots), my daughter was left scared and resistant to getting in the water. A friend recommended Blue Buoy, and I am SO glad we gave it a try. From the very first trial class with Coach Turner, my daughter felt comfortable and safe. She usually hates putting her head in the water, but with his gentle guidance and encouragement, she did it without hesitation--something I never thought I'd see so soon! We've now been coming for 2 months, and the progress she has made is incredible. Not only has her confidence grown, but her skills in the water have improved so much. The staff is kind, patient, and genuinely cares about the kids. The environment feels warm and supportive, which makes all the difference. Coach turner really knows how to work with the kiddos ! If you're looking for a swim school that builds trust, confidence, and real results, Blue Buoy is the place to go. I'm so thankful we found them!

Women bathroom: shower and changing stalls

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Blue Buoy Swim School in Tustin CA

William Woollett Jr. Aquatics Center

4.2

(51 reviews)

4.7 mi

Grew up going to swim meets at this pool and came back this time for lap swimming! I did a drop in…read moreand it was $5. Love this pool because it has so many lanes, is always clean (pool and locker room), and the staff is super friendly. Just fyi, they do have some dates over the summer where they will be closed due to swim meets, so make sure to look out for those. They also offer lap swim at Northwood High School.

Woollett Aquatics Center is an excellent facility for swimmers of all levels. They offer swim…read morelessons and are a hub for competitive swimming, hosting Irvine Swim League Championships as well as practices and meets for the Nova Swim Team. The facility is always clean and well maintained, and the bathrooms are consistently kept in great condition. One thing I really appreciate during swim meets is the ample space available for spectators, making it much more comfortable for families and supporters to watch events. There are also vending machines conveniently located in the main lobby for snacks and drinks throughout the day. Whether you're attending lessons, practices, or a swim meet, Woollett Aquatics Center provides a well-organized and welcoming environment for athletes and spectators alike.

2018 USA Swimming National Championships

USA Swimming Nationals

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Hope V.

9 months ago

Student be careful. Try to search other language school that are more affordable. Do you know that you can get 2 course by just paying 1 course only per term? Los Angeles campus applies that to some of their students. It is not offered to Irvine students push them to transfer to another school or question them about this so you can avail the same offer. Don't pay long term tuition as they will hold on this and deduct so much when you decide to transfer or end your class with them when they see you have still cash balance left. For agency, they offer different commission until 35% so think twice if you will send student here as commissions are not given fairly. Korean owners the Parks are so stingy and just after collecting money and tuition to students but don't care about the welfare of employees. This is a toxic and bad company to work with. Go somewhere else if you have a good values and good reputation find a better partner school. They hold employees 15 days of initial work salary. Once employee decided to leave or they terminate them without any notice they will no longer release the 15 days salary. Monthly salary here is only $600 no overtime pay even with extended working hours and unlimited shouting humiliation and tons of work from owners. But they will no longer release the $300 salary that you have worked for. That's how they are. They are just after recruiting students and treat employees like robots. Senior Virtual Trainer Ms. A is a bully, power tripper, the best in blaming and mistake finder and someone who abuse her authority. Nobody last long here! Turn over is so high.. no one last more than 2-3 months. Even local teachers come and go. Be careful if you want to study or work here. Protect your money, your self, mental health and future! read more

Amarldo L.

4 years ago

This is hilarious!!! If i have to chance to give 0 point i would give. Poly is just trying to make money. I tried to transfer to college but i couldn't because of poly. They didn't tell me exactly everything. This school like a joke and money stealer. Whenever when you go that school you will see problems end of the month. Most of the 1-star ratings are from people who are not even students!!! I had most of my prerequisites from golden west transfer to west coast (people at GWC were waiting up to 7 years for an Associate's...no thanks to that. They just want your money. Admin does not care for the students and over enroll people just to make more and more money. Advisors are no real help. Most are there only to collect a check. Most teachers are joke non-native from phillippine islands except for few educated native ones ( you know who you are) the Dean of the school lol not sure if I can comment here. My last class was deleted and I had to come back to the lower level to be able to continue studying (solution that I had to find on my own because the office had not anticipated this change and it is not always very accommodating...).I am going to start connecting with people to figure out how this so called education joke is running their operation. Disgusting, selfish, cruel, and $hity school. read more

Jitarat P.

12 years ago

I came to Irvine , CA in order to improve my English skill. At first, I studied ESL program in University, but it was expensive for me to study a long time, so I transferred to private language school. I went to visit some school near my home. Finally, I chose POLY because when I came to visit here ,I felt comfortable although at first my speaking skill was bad. The front office is very nice - they gave me a lot of information and showed the classrooms. It was very clear information and the classroom were very nice and clean. I had to take placement test to know what level I am. They have 2 test to make sure what level you are. I have been in POLY almost 5 months.It isn't long time but I am very close to every teacher because they are very kind. They help me a lot, not only in the book - recommend food, place to travel etc. In class, we have about 7-15 students that is small class. The teacher give a lot of opportunities to speak English and writing in English that why my English skill improve very fast and effective. I always think I made a great decision that I chose to study in here. read more

Jack J.

7 years ago

If you just want a visa to be in the US and don't care about learning English, Poly is the school for you. I hope ICE reads this. Apparently if you have enough money the management won't bother you about attendance. Many of the students work illegally on the side and talk about it openly. One student used to leave class early and would say, "Well, gotta go to work" Places like Poly are basically backdoor immigration scams. The guy who owns this 'school' inherited it and has been running it into the ground ever since. He couldn't run a lemonade stand. He is a liar and a backstabber who thinks he's an expert on teaching, even though he has a degree from the University of Nowhere. The entire curriculum is very test centered. After 2 weeks you will have a midterm and after another 2 weeks will have a final. It's very rushed, boring, and not fun at all. Apparently the owner likes to sexually harass employees. One employee accused him of harassment so he fired her. Good move there JP. I hope she sues the living crap out you. Avoid this place at all costs. read more

Jason Q.

13 years ago

I have been studying in POLY for 6 mounths. At first, I have to say that I dont think this is a good school because it is only a language school and also it has a small schoolyard. Actually, I was there just because I wanna do my reinstatement, I dont except study some real things there. However, 6 mounth later, I just find out I was totally wrong, It is a fantastic school. Every teacher in POLY is impresive. Well, for me, they are not only my teacher, but also my friends. I am not a liar. In fact, I have studied in some other language school before, at that time, I thought study english is some kinds of mission, I was not HAPPY for learning, but in POLY, I like to go to class because I can feel something that makes me HAPPY. Also, it is a only school I ever heard that help student to do their reinstatement. So, if you have some problem with your I-20 or you really wanna improve your English withou bored. GO TO POLY! read more

Andrea G.

3 years ago

I find this school in a Chinese social advertisement, known this school was there for a long time. but never once tried to come in for a visit. recently, there are many Chinese students coming in for advisor Maggie. I came in with my friend, Maggie's WeChat service is quick and easy. I made many new friends in this school, and even have friends to go to the coffee shop together. people who first came here maybe feel alone and not able to talk to people. Advisor Maggie stayed with me during our short break and even introduce me to classmates. Thank you, Maggie. and thank you for recommending teacher Canti, I love her. I feel confident speaking English with my son now. also thank you Maggie for recommending my son to the great private school! read more

Wendy Yang Y.

4 years ago

Don't choose Poly. All classes recording on zoom and they have to kick out if we do not turn on cameras. T1: If you are like me, just show your face. No matter what. Unless allowed to turn off your camera. 2: Email the teacher, and tell them that you are uncomfortable when showing your face. Try either one out, and if it does not work, ask again! I have a ton more options, but these are a few. They use it to get more money. Again students don't have privacy in Poly. They are monitoring all students. Very very scary... They want money only. Talk to owner. He only want to talk when he can make money from us. if not no contact. LIAR. The school many problems. Everyday new teacher. nobody want to work for him. read more

A Mae C.

4 years ago

They force recording class on zoom. We don't have choice to reject it but I really recommend it. I've been studying there for 6 months and my English skills have improved for sure. I am very picky and always strive for excellence so this is to all of you who are still wondering. Thanks professor Poonam H. you are one of a kind, your superb knowledge blended with your charisma make the class unique & enriching. PS: If you have the chance, choose Teacher Poonam Hemlani classes, her teaching style is friendly and dynamic as empathic so to me is easy interact and participate more. read more

Patricia S.

4 years ago

I recommend Poly to anyone looking for an efficient school to study at. All teachers are very well qualified, including teacher Mary T17. A sweet woman and very well understood of what she does. Don't waste time, look for Poly Linguage . Even the service staff is very patient if you are at the basic level. They will do their best to understand you. I am very happy to be part of this team read more

Tissi B.

4 years ago

I would like to thank my teacher Mary Suarez for this term. She is very attentive, kind, funny, and makes the class light so that we can learn more effectively at the same time. She always encourages us to improve our skills in a very nice way. I hope she will be my teacher next term. I also want to say thank you for teacher Erich! He is awesome! I loved the both class in this term. read more

Roberta A.

5 years ago

As always Poly Language school is beyond my expectations. Every term I've learned new words, new grammar rules and my vocabulary has improved a lot. Teacher Jack is my new teacher now, and he's very polite, very knowledgeable and always offer to help us in any way possible. Thank you teacher Jack, you're super. Roberta Almeida. read more

Lina Z.

3 years ago

the only reason I recommend this school is the school staff. Advisor Maggie is nice and friendly and always gives me advice in school. I had trouble with my student account and buying books, but she sat me down and helped me for 2 days. she also helped me refund my wrong book. I'm glad I met her. read more

Hr F.

4 years ago

This school has an excellent reputation for the quality of its teaching and the excellent behaviour of its students. I am happy to become part of such a committed team and add my own skills and experience to further strengthen the high-quality experience that this school offers its students. read more

Suzann S.

4 years ago

I highly recommend poly for studying English classes with them , All there are helpful and kind to deal with , Teachers there help me a lot in this few months to get better in English and give me a chance to a prove my English. read more

Jane K.

13 years ago

Whenever I have questions about my visa, or F1, I know that Christopher or Marienne will solve my problems or questions immediately. Lovely. I love learn English at Poly! Thank you very much to be so kind with my family and I. read more

Jennifer L.

4 years ago

I love POLY Languages Institute, it's so great! Especially, Adrienne, the student advisor, is very good! She always help me a lot when I ask her. "Call me, whenever you want!" Thank you, Adrienne! I appreciate you very much! read more

Andréa S.

7 years ago

Estou estudando na Poly Languages fazem 2 meses, no inicio foi um pouco difícil porque eu tive problemas na minha adaptação, mas conversei com o pessoal da escola que foi muito atencioso e me ajudou muito!! Recomendo read more

Irvine M.

9 years ago

This is the worst school, you are asking something they are giving answer after a while they are giving you another answer and saying your against their word. read more

Ufuk B.

3 years ago

they answer my question fast and support me. thankful to anne she contact me to whatsapp and inform what i need to do. i'm excited to join poly. read more

Nurgul C.

4 years ago

Barbie works in the virtual office. She helped so much that she told me everything from A to Z one by one. Thank you very much.

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