From the moment I walked in, I just felt welcomed! A pleasant environment is a really big thing to…read moreconsider when you are talking about a place where you have to be studying in, almost everyday. You can tell that the teachers and staff care for the students, which is not something you see everywhere. Great school, I recommend it!

WARNING TO F-1 INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS: HIGH UNEXPECTED TRANSFER FEES…read moreRating: (1 / 5 Stars) I strongly advise any F-1 international students considering The English Island to thoroughly review their fine print and policies before enrolling. When I requested to transfer my SEVIS record to another SEVP-certified institution, the school assessed heavy administrative penalties--including a $499 "Expedite Transfer Fee" for giving less than 3 weeks' notice, alongside demands for full term tuition for classes I would not attend. What international students need to know: SEVIS Rules: Under federal regulations (8 CFR 214.2(f)(8)), SEVIS records belong to the federal government. A school/DSO cannot legally refuse or hold back a student's SEVIS record transfer over financial or business fee disputes if the student maintains status and submits an official acceptance letter. Financial Pressure: The administration uses steep notice fees and short deadlines to exert financial pressure on departing students. Know your rights under federal immigration law before enrolling here. If you encounter resistance during a transfer, keep all written documentation and contact the DSO at your new institution or report the issue to SEVP (SEVP@ice.dhs.gov).

I have taken Spanish classes here for about 4 months. Lincoln, the owner of the institute, is my…read moreSpanish teacher. Lincoln can speak a bunch of different languages and makes the class really fun and easy to learn. He teaches with strict grammar, so he's ensuring that we are learning properly. I learn best with hands-on methods, so in-person classes work best for me. The classes at AIL are in-person, with the option to join virtually, if necessary. The class materials can all be found in the ortal, which has proven to be a very helpful resource. I absolutely recommend Atlanta Language Institute if you learn well in-person. They offer many languages, too!

I'm currently enrolled in my 2nd course of Portuguese at AIL. As an educator, I'm impressed and…read morehappy with the relaxed yet structured classes. Each student is challenged to their own ability level, but in a way that is beneficial for the entire class. They take a practical approach to teaching + learning where all the prompts, responses, and casual conversations that are naturally spoken throughout the class, are both typed and recorded so we're able to listen and/or watch the videos to review, as well as print or save the .pdf of notes. This genuine environment has created classes of students that are dedicated to learning and supporting one another and have a lot of fun in doing so! I encourage you to contact them and try out a class since you're reading this review!

Our experience with Quad Academy has been nothing short of a nightmare. In May 2023, we provided…read morethe school with a proper written notice that our child's last day would be June 30, 2023, which is well within the required 30-day notice per their handbook. We paid the full tuition for June, but shortly after, I had to remove my child due to safety concerns. The owner agreed to a courtesy credit of $1,023.75, which was refunded to our card. However, on July 6, 2023, they made an unauthorized charge of $1,417.50 to my account despite our clear notice. When we tried to resolve this issue with the owner, she avoided our calls and emails by blocking us, leaving us with no way to communicate. Even when we attempted to contact the school directly, the administrative staff repeatedly said, "Can we take a message?" but no one ever returned our calls or emails. This left us with no choice but to move forward with serving legal papers. It's clear that the owner is trying to keep the courtesy credit of $1,023.75 by offering a partial refund of $393.75, which is far below the total unauthorized charge of $1,417.50. Despite several attempts to resolve this amicably, the school refuses to return the full amount or even communicate honestly. Additionally, the level of professionalism at this school is appalling. We received emails from the school that were sent to multiple parents in copied emails, discussing other children's behavioral issues. This breach of privacy was disturbing and unprofessional. Our child, who has always been a top scholar with high marks in Georgia, began to feel bullied and picked on by the teachers. She never experienced issues in her other academies. She repeatedly complained to us about the treatment she was receiving from the staff, which made her time at Quad Academy even more difficult. Since our experience, we've spoken with several other parents who shared similar concerns about being mistreated by the staff and having issues with the school's unprofessional conduct. It seems these problems are not isolated, and many parents have felt unsupported and dismissed by the administration. While this all took place in 2023, I am only now leaving this review because we have been unable to resolve this matter despite multiple attempts. It has taken this long due to the lack of response from the school and the need to take legal action to get the situation properly addressed. We have written proof in emails that support everything stated here, including the courtesy credit agreement, the unauthorized charge, and our attempts to resolve the issue. If you are considering enrolling your child here, I would advise you to think twice. The school's unethical behavior and unprofessional conduct are concerning, and we are now pursuing legal action. The owner's avoidance of responsibility speaks volumes about the lack of integrity this school operates with. This has been an incredibly frustrating experience, and I strongly urge others to proceed with caution.

The quad is a Great school with a Top notch international baccalaureate program. The owners have…read moremade continued, increasing investments in equipment, materials, and improved facilities for the kids.. they are constantly adding access to extra-curricular programs to support STEM, like techie kids, playball, and others. Before and after care are included which is great for working families. Awesome professional team with native speakers teaching Spanish, French and Chinese. My son is now doing his 3rd year there. He loves it. We could not ask for a better school.

Ahsan is fantastic and I highly recommend working with him if you'd like to learn Spanish or…read moreGerman. The graded reader method works well for high absorption and retention, since it's all about recognition through reading. We read short stories (each about 50 pages in length), that focus on the repetition of an increasing number of words, depending on the level or grade of the book. For example: level one books have about 400 words, level 3 has 1,000 words, level 5 books have about 2,000 words. This method helps you learn these words through repetition. I am taking my third Spanish session with him and I've learned so much- I am now recognizing more vocabulary when I see it elsewhere. He teaches small classes (up to 6 people) and also offers private sessions in person or virtually. He is very flexible with scheduling, so if you are considering learning Spanish, give him a call. Conveniently located off I-285 in Sandy Springs. Ample free parking.

I have thoroughly enjoyed the classes at the language institute of Georgia. I had taken Spanish as…read morea teenager in high school... but it has been 30 years since then! This was the perfect way to reacquaint myself to the language and an even better way to become proficient. The style of teaching is different than any I've ever experienced, where memorization was the main methteaching vehicle. The graded readers immerse you immediately into the language and as you read, you begin to naturally integrate vocabulary, grammar and sentence structure. I recently visited Mexico and was so pleased, and surprised, at how much I could understand -once I asked people to slow down. Mas despacio, por favor. Bottom line: this method works and the more you read, quite simply, the better you become.

I have been taking Korean for six months, and with my busy travel schedule, the instructor has…read morealways ensured that I could attend classes virtually, and kept up with my schedule to ensure I didn't miss any classes. Miryung, the instructor takes the necessary time to explain, provide analogies, and showcase terms/phrases in various ways. She adds the personal touch with allows student to be at ease when clarity is needed, and a safe space to ask questions until students were gained understanding. She is very supportive and patient. Miryung takes the time to ensure my pronunciations are accurate. I am enjoying the class. The front desk representative, Huraiyah is so accommodating and keeps students well informed in advance to ensure all matters related to enroll and class scheduling were made clear. I am enjoying the learning thus far. Renate' J.

Today was my first Italian 101 class with the Atlanta International Language Institute and what a…read moregreat experience! Upon arrival the facility was a buzz of activity - clearly the place to be for "live" classes! We received a warm welcome from Huraiyah and she provided flexible options for scheduling. Our instructor, Francesco, as a native Italian, was terrific and laid a solid foundation for our 10-week series. Looking forward to more!!

I don't know where to begin. I was shocked by my Spanish test result. I needed a 11 or 12 to pass…read more I would have been okay with an 11, but I got a 10. It's insane considering I'm a native speaker, born and raised. I'm not sure what metrics are used to determine the score, but it's ridiculous. Who signs off on this? I tried calling for clarification, but I couldn't reach anyone. Their automated system is outdated for a "language services agency." Why isn't there a live person or customer service line available? Before posting this review, I read other reviews to make sure I wasn't the only one having this issue and it's disappointing because, based on other people's reviews, their tests are flawed and low quality. My message to companies thinking they will do the work for you is this: AVOID THEM AT ALL COSTS!

A big shout-out to Yasser! He administered my MSA exam and was extremely professional,…read moreknowledgeable, and patient, as he explained the whole process to me. I highly recommend working with this company. Right off the bat, you'll feel you're in good hands with language experts who know exactly what they're doing.

I huge thanks to Besa, the Founder and Director, for her tremendous leadership and genuine concern…read morefor our children who had to spend the night at the school during the storm a couple of weeks ago. Every time I called that night she politely assured me that my daughter and all the children were safe, warm, fed and sleeping soundly. "We will see you when we see you. Just be safe and try not to worry about her...." She said she would stay until the last child left and she did. "Thank you" seems so inadequate. With gratitude! Charlie's Mommy