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FLS Boston CommonsBoston, USA

4.4

Rating: 4.4/5.0

23 students - overall rating
100 Cambridge Street, 17th Floor - 02114 Boston - see on map
Pay less than booking at the school
What we like about the school
  • Optional language workshops.
  • Electronic whiteboards in all classrooms.
Age of students
  Percentage of students
1-18 years 20%
18-24 years 45%
25-34 years 20%
35-50 years 10%
>50 years 5%
The average age outside summer is 9 years higher than in summer.

Special Offers


Location: The Boston school is ideally located in the heart of downtown, overlooking Boston Common, the city's famous public park and gardens. The historic Freedom Trail and Beacon Hill are both an easy walk from the school. Nearby, the bustling financial district, Government Center and theatre district offers endless options for dining and entertainment.

Public transportation: Opposite FLS, is the Park Street Subway Station. Here, students can take the red line or a light rail line to navigate the city. There is another subway station, Downtown Crossing Station, a short walk from the school, which has two subway services running through it. The South Station Train Station is 9 minutes by foot from FLS. It is a travel hub and, along with an extensive train service, also has bus services and a metro station.

Local attractions: The attractions around the centre of Boston are situated in the downtown neighbourhood or along the waterfront. These areas are walkable from the school or a short trip using public transportation. There are some attractions in the south of the city close to the North Eastern University. This area is home to the Museum of Fine Arts and Fenway Park Stadium. It is 20 minutes by subway from the school.

Course structure: FLS has general English lessons, exam preparation courses, an academic English package for those wanting to enter higher education, a high school completion programme as well as business English classes.

English Courses

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Typical content of a language course
General Language
Intensive EnglishRecommended English course
24 lessons per week
|
15 students (max)
Offer!from
505US$480US$
Course Details
General EnglishPopular English course
18 lessons per week
|
15 students (max)
Offer!from
450US$428US$
Course Details
Academic English
30 lessons per week
|
15 students (max)
Offer!from
590US$561US$
Course Details
Junior
Specialty Tour - Discover Boston (15 to 17 years old)
18 lessons per week
|
20 students (max)
Only limited places left for the summer months!
Offer!from
1525US$1487US$
Includes accommodation
Course Details
Work & Study
High School Completion
30 lessons per week
|
15 students (max)
Offer!from
590US$561US$
Course Details
Business
Executive Business English Program
30 lessons per week
|
15 students (max)
Offer!from
720US$684US$
Course Details
Exam PreparationWhy exam preparation courses are excellent for optimum progress
TOEFL Exam PreparationRecommended English course
30 lessons per week
|
15 students (max)
This course tends to sell out quickly!
Offer!from
590US$561US$
Course Details
SAT Preparation Course Recommended English course
30 lessons per week
|
15 students (max)
This course tends to sell out quickly!
Offer!from
590US$561US$
Course Details

Our prices for FLS Boston Commons include

  • INCLUDED Organized activities
  • INCLUDED Internet access and use of school computers
  • INCLUDED Wireless LAN zone at school
  • INCLUDED Free certificate of course attendance
  • INCLUDED Language level placement test at first day of classes
  • INCLUDED Language level placement test before arrival
  • INCLUDED For junior courses: every afternoon free organized leisure program
  • INCLUDED For adult courses: a minimum of one free organized leisure activity per week
  • INCLUDED Optional language workshops

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  • Reception area
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  • Cafeteria
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  • School library
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  • Sattler College building
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Student opinions about FLS Boston Commons, Boston

4.4

Rating: 4.4/5.0

Overall school rating of
FLS Boston Commons, Boston
23 authentic ratings from students who reserved with us
School
Location of the school
4.6 

Rating: 4.6/5.0

Facilities
4.0 

Rating: 4.0/5.0

Social activities
3.3 

Rating: 3.3/5.0

Organisation
4.2 

Rating: 4.2/5.0

Course
Quality of teaching
4.2 

Rating: 4.2/5.0

Value for money
3.9 

Rating: 3.9/5.0

Accommodation
Homestay
4.4 

Rating: 4.4/5.0

Shared Flat (apartment)
1.0 

Rating: 1.0/5.0

Overall school rating by student age group
Students < 18 years (8 ratings)
4.8 

Rating: 4.8/5.0

Students 18-30 years (6 ratings)
4.3 

Rating: 4.3/5.0

Students 31-49 years (6 ratings)
4.2 

Rating: 4.2/5.0

Students 50+ years (2 ratings)
5.0 

Rating: 5.0/5.0

Verified reviews only, uncensored. All student opinions from students who booked a course at the school with LanguageCourse.net.
28 years
Overall rating
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Liked
“The Teachers are very professional but also very nice and friendly. T hey are the best English teachers that I had in my experience of school. It was a beautiful experience.”
Review details
Course: Intensive English - 3 weeks
Review date: 4. Sep. 2018 by Angela Michelazzo
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
15 years
Overall rating
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Liked
“1. My language progress- I stopped being afraid of speaking, my level of English got higher 2. I made some good friends 3. Atmosphere of education”
Review details
Course: Vacation English - 1 week
Review date: 23. Aug. 2021 by Varvara Gornushkina
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
40 years
Overall rating
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Liked
“Serious attitude to learning process. All aspects are thought over: group lessons, family communication. Very good Family. Thank you very much.”
Insider tip: “You won't have a chance to relax a lot. ”
Review details
Other comments Everything is great
Course: Vacation English - 4 weeks
Review date: 29. Oct. 2018 by Ekaterina Kreneva
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Overall rating
2.0

Rating: 2/5.0

Liked
“The friendly atmosphere. The teacher Greg is great and Katherine in the administration department is top notch.”
Disliked
“Activities were done on the run. A teacher who did not prepare her lessons and was very boring. No dynamics.”
Review details
Quality of teaching / language progress: I asked to change course (even a lower level) because the teacher was incompetent. Of course the answer was negative because she said there was no lower level course blah blah. Paid a lot of money to learn nothing for 4 weeks.
Other comments Merci Imad et Katherine
Course: Vacation English (30+)  - 12 weeks
Review date: 6. Nov. 2022 by Karima Vienet
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
17 years
Overall rating
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Liked
“The teachers and the ability to make a lot of friends from all around the world!”
Review details
Course: Intensive English - 3 weeks
Review date: 12. Sep. 2018 by Greta Grasso
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
15 years
Overall rating
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Liked
“Organization, location and activities.”
Review details
Course: Fisher College Programme  - 3 weeks
Review date: 10. Aug. 2016 by Diana Kereselidze
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
21 years
Overall rating
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Liked
“Good relationship with the students.”
Insider tip: “Find ways to offer shared apartment rentals, not residence with shared rooms; host families are far away.”
Review details
Course: TOEFL Preparation [Inglés] - 6 weeks
Review date: 3. Sep. 2018 by Alejandro Garcia Santibañez
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
17 years
Overall rating
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Liked
“Being able to see music and video”
Insider tip: “It is fun to have people from various countries”
Review details
Course: Vacation English [英語] - 2 weeks
Review date: 27. Aug. 2018 by Yosuke Hobo
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Overall rating
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Liked
“Teacher and staff”
Review details
Course: Intensive English - 3 weeks
Review date: 21. Aug. 2015 by Dina Danilova
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
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Ratings of FLS Boston Commons compared to ratings of all schools in USA

 FLS Boston Commons BostonAverage of all other schools in USA
Overall school rating4.4

Rating: 4.4/5.0

4.1

Rating: 4.1/5.0

Location of the school4.7

Rating: 4.7/5.0

4.8

Rating: 4.8/5.0

Facilities4.0

Rating: 4.0/5.0

3.8

Rating: 3.8/5.0

Social activities3.3

Rating: 3.3/5.0

3.8

Rating: 3.8/5.0

Organisation4.2

Rating: 4.2/5.0

4.1

Rating: 4.1/5.0

Quality of teaching4.2

Rating: 4.2/5.0

4.1

Rating: 4.1/5.0

Value for money3.9

Rating: 3.9/5.0

3.7

Rating: 3.7/5.0

Homestay4.2

Rating: 4.2/5.0

4.0

Rating: 4.0/5.0

Shared flat4.2

Rating: 4.2/5.0

3.9

Rating: 3.9/5.0

FLS Boston Commons (FLS)

Accreditations and Quality seals
AAIEPACCETNAFSAWYSE/FIYTOSEVPPreferential Terms in Case of Visa RefusalEnglish USA, CEA
English teacher qualifications
100% hold a university degree
100% hold a recognised language teaching qualification
Languages spoken by school staff (cannot be guaranteed by school)
First day of course
Students should arrive at 9:00
Student gender mix
60% male / 40% female
Payment methods accepted for payments made directly to the school
Visa - logoMastercard - logoAmerican Express - logoBank Transfer - logo
Year of school foundation
1986
Legal name/parent company
FLS International LLC | Tax registration ID: 14-1998710

General school facilities

  • Microwave for student use

  • Fridge for student use

  • Kitchen for student use

  • Snack vending machine

  • Drink vending machine

  • Free after-class access to language learning software

  • Games room

  • Lounge

  • Student support desk

  • Copy machine

  • Table tennis

  • Table soccer / football

  • Self-study areas

  • Free water dispenser

  • Free WIFI

  • Non-smoking (all indoor areas, but not all outdoor areas of school)

  • Non-smoking (all indoor and all outdoor areas of school)

  • Tourist information

  • Assistance with entrance ticket purchases

  • Assistance with reservations for restaurants, bars, clubs

  • Assistance with organizing transportation

  • Career guidance service (free)

  • Career guidance service (paid)

  • Guidance for further higher education (free)

  • Guidance for further higher education (paid)

  • Classroom equipment

    • TV in most classrooms

    • Electronic whiteboard in all classrooms

    • Air conditioning in all classrooms

    • Heating in all classrooms

    • Ample natural light in most classrooms

    • Number of classrooms: 10
    • Number of public PC workstations: 4

    Facilities for disabled students

    • Wheelchair access to reception

    • Wheelchair access to classroom

Additional comment about facilities of school
We are now on the campus of Sattler College

Student Age / Nationality

Average number of students
Adult courses - Throughout the year: 40
Junior courses - In summer: 60
Junior courses - Throughout the year: 60
Minimum age of students
15 years
12 years for specific Junior courses
Average number of levels
Adult courses In summer: 18
Adult courses Throughout the year: 18
Junior courses In summer: 18
Junior courses Throughout the year: 18
Average age of students
In summer: 15 years
Throughout the year: 24 years
Read our recommendations for students in their 40s, 50s, 60s, and 70s.

Top student nationalities

Student Nationality Percentage of students
China 15%
Thailand 15%
Japan 15%
Italy 10%
Turkey 10%
France 10%
Spain 5%
Brazil 5%
Other nationalities 15%

Information for all courses offered by FLS Boston Commons

Lesson duration
50 minutes
School's administrative fee
175.00 US$
Course material
Generally course material has to be purchased by the student. Course material costs are approximately 40 US$ per month.
Comments about courses

Extra fees

  • Health insurance: USD 45 per week.
  • Technology and services fee: USD 40 for courses from 1 to 4 weeks, USD 10 weekly thereafter. Waived for courses of 16 weeks and more.
Individual classes
Single individual lessons of tuition can be reserved at 75 US$. The combination of group and individual lessons is highly recommended. Individual lessons will encourage you to actively speak the foreign language and will offer you the opportunity to discuss individual problems and weaknesses.
Days without class
In 2024 (including national and regional bank holidays):
01 Jan 2024, 15 Jan 2024, 19 Feb 2024, 22 Mar 2024, 29 Mar 2024, 27 May 2024, 19 Jun 2024, 04 Jul 2024, 02 Sep 2024, 04 Oct 2024, 11 Nov 2024, 28 Nov 2024, 29 Nov 2024, 25 Dec 2024.
In 2025 (including national and regional bank holidays):
01 Jan 2025, 20 Jan 2025, 17 Feb 2025, 21 Mar 2025, 18 Apr 2025, 26 May 2025, 19 Jun 2025, 04 Jul 2025, 01 Sep 2025, 03 Oct 2025, 13 Oct 2025, 11 Nov 2025, 27 Nov 2025 - 28 Nov 2025, 25 Dec 2025.
If a bank holiday falls on a weekday there is no refund nor are missed lessons recuperated. This is the case for the majority of language schools.
Level test
A test to assess your exact language level takes place before the start of the course via an online form.
Lessons needed per English language level
Level (CEFR) LESSONS needed per level WEEKS needed
(20 lessons per week)
A1 Beginner A1 to A2 80 4
A2 Elementary A2 to B1 160 8
B1 Intermediate B1 to B2 180 9
B2 Higher Intermediate B2 to C1 200 10
C1 Advanced C1 to C2 220 11
C2 Proficiency
Data above gives some guidance. For more details consult our page How long does it take to learn a language or reach a specific level.

Airport transfer

Logan International Airport:
175 US$ one way
350 US$ return (both ways)
Best arrival airport is General Edward Lawrence Logan International (BOS).
More details about airports near Boston and how to travel independently from the airport to the city on our Boston page. For flight comparisons to Boston, we recommend using skyscanner.com.

Visa Documents

Nationals from Singapore can travel and study a language course up to 18 hours a week and for a maximum of 90 days without a full visa. It is just necessary to apply online for an ESTA card (Electronic System for Travel Authorization).
Check visa requirements for nationals from other countries.
Nationals from countries that require a visa will receive documents from the school, related to booking confirmation, which is required for the visa application.
Full payment of all fees required before school dispatches documents required for visa application
No
Express shipment fee (via courier)
85 US$
Preferential cancellation terms in case of visa refusal
School agreed that students booking online on this site will benefit from preferential cancellation fees in case of visa refusal, and in this case will never exceed EUR 180.

Leisure activities

activity possibledistance from school
Baseball0.1 km
Tennis0.1 km

Examples of leisure activities organized by the school

Adults - Free activities

- Shopping,
- online conversation club,
- museums,
- movie night at the school,
- pronunciation workshop.

Adults - Paid activities

Going to the beach, visit the aquarium, bowling, theater, go to restaurants...

Junior - Free activities

All students in the junior programmes have all the activities included.

Junior - Paid activities

- Summer programmes - optional activities
- New York: USD 490
- Canobie Lake: USD 185
- Harbour Island: USD 60

Accommodation

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Tip: Type of accommodation. What is best for you?
Homestay Most Popular Accommodation
Twin room, Half board on weekdays, Full board on weekends
In high demand!
4.4

Rating: 4.4/5.0
9 ratings
from
350 US$
Homestay Popular Accommodation
Single room, Half board on weekdays, Full board on weekends
4.4

Rating: 4.4/5.0
9 ratings
from
400 US$
International Guest House
Double room, Breakfast & 1 meal
from
595 US$

Student Testimonial Videos

Note: The video testimonials of students from FLS Boston Commons have been provided by the school and schools do not usually publish negative testimonials. For uncensored reviews read what our students report about their stay at FLS Boston Commons.

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Questions and answers about FLS Boston Commons

  • “To study with FLS Boston Commons for 50 weeks you would need a F1 visa status. The school can issue you with an I-20 form once the course is booked and paid for. You will also have to supply a reference to the monies you have available to you during your time in the USA.”
    Fraser Provan , LanguageCourse.Net - Dec 16, 2022
  • “Yes, the fee can be waived for the second time the student enrolls.”
    Carlos Eduardo, LanguageCourse.net - May 26, 2023

FAQ about FLS Boston Commons, Boston

  • “Currently (2024) FLS Boston Commons has specific start dates for absolute beginners. Contact us and we will be happy to give you more information about this. ”
    Veronica Romualdi, Language Travel Consultant from LanguageCourse.Net - Sep 16, 2024
  • The accommodation Homestay is the most popular among all our clients of FLS Boston Commons
  • Yes. The following courses can be attended as an absolute beginner: Intensive English, General English, Academic English , Executive Business English Program
  • Yes. The school offers pickup from Logan International Airport (175 US$)
  • Depending on the chosen course, the maximum number of students at FLS Boston Commons varies from 15 students (Intensive English) to 20 students (Specialty Tour - Discover Boston)
  • 100% of teachers at FLS Boston Commons hold a university degree. 100% hold a recognized language teaching certificate.
  • The highest Nationality percentage at FLS Boston Commons comes from China with a 15% representation, followed by students from Japan (15%) and Thailand (15%).
  • Yes, there is an exclusive discount that only applies when booking online here.
  • FLS Boston Commons offers courses from 15 years to 99. Average age is 15 during the summer and 24 for the rest of the year.

PDF brochure / price list of FLS Boston Commons

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