Los Angeles ratings & opinions
How our students rated their experience in Los Angeles
What school directors said about Los Angeles
![Julie Florentin](https://estatic.languagecourse.net/templates/default/img/director_pics/535.jpg)
Los Angeles is a beautiful multi-cultural city with amazing weather all year. It's perfect if you love a big city, a lot of entertainment, nightlife, or going to the beach!
![Katie Lee](https://estatic.languagecourse.net/templates/default/img/director_pics/1518.jpg)
Los Angeles has it all — easy access to some of the most beautiful beaches in the US, amazing international food and drink, and endless opportunities to experience art, culture and entertainment. It's the perfect city to improve your English.
![Matt Brenneman](https://estatic.languagecourse.net/templates/default/img/director_pics/1639.jpg)
Los Angeles is a beautiful multi-cultural city with amazing weather all year. It's perfect if you love a big city, a lot of entertainment, nightlife, or going to the beach!
Most recent student reviews of language schools in Los Angeles
![Study & Live in your Teacher's Home](https://estatic.languagecourse.net/images/schools/general_new/study--live-in-your-teachers-home-los-angeles_15964453911333.jpg)
Very good room.
Teacher was very welcoming, very friendly.
3 November 2018
Course: Standard Programme Intensive - 2 weeks
Student age: 47 years
![Mentor Language Institute Hollywood](https://estatic.languagecourse.net/images/schools/general_new/mentor-language-institute-hollywood-los-angeles_1539805157994.jpg)
the teaching method and the possibility of interacting with students from all over the world
kind and very friendly environment
5 March 2018
Course: Vacation ESL Course - 5 weeks
Student age: 34 years
![Mentor Language Institute Hollywood](https://estatic.languagecourse.net/images/schools/general_new/mentor-language-institute-hollywood-los-angeles_1539805157994.jpg)
Teachers. Activities.
The lesson books are expensive for a tourist who can only follow the class for a week and can't use the whole book. If they had copy machine for student use in the reception, it would be convenient.
21 May 2017
Course: General ESL Course - 1 week
Student age: 53 years
![Kings](https://estatic.languagecourse.net/images/schools/general_new/kings-los-angeles_1461576287660.jpg)
interesting course, it is simplistic to the fact that there was not even given a book as supplied. Welcoming family but very far from the school. Very disappointed to have paid for the single room and instead I found myself in a double.
4 March 2015
Course: Vacation English - 4 weeks
Student age: 32 years
![Mentor Language Institute Hollywood](https://estatic.languagecourse.net/images/schools/general_new/mentor-language-institute-hollywood-los-angeles_1539805157994.jpg)
The situation of the school and the accommodation options are excellent, being able to visit northern part of the city in minutes, which is where almost everything is.
10 September 2014
Course: General ESL Course - 4 weeks
Student age: 36 years
Information about Los Angeles
- Fabulous shopping options.
- Beautiful all year round sunny weather.
- Spacious for a big city - doesn't feel cramped.
- Relaxed lifestyle.
- Accommodation is really expensive.
- Pockets of high crime.
Key Facts about Los Angeles
- Price index excluding rent: 76* (24% cheaper than New York)
- Price index including rent: 67* (33% cheaper than New York)
- Price index food only:82* (18% cheaper than New York)
- Residential voltage: 120 V
- Frequency: 60 Hz
Weather in Los Angeles
Events in Los Angeles
![LA Pride Parade](https://estatic.languagecourse.net/images/events/thumbs/9806_1.jpg)
08 June 2024 - 09 June 2024The LA Pride Festival
![4th of July (Independence Day)](https://estatic.languagecourse.net/images/events/thumbs/7316_1.jpg)
04 July 2024Independence Day is the national day of the United States, commonly associated with fireworks, parades, barbecues, carnivals, fairs, picnics, concerts, baseball games, and family reunions.
![July 4th Fireworks Spectacular - Hollywood Bowl](https://estatic.languagecourse.net/images/events/thumbs/9807_1.jpg)
04 July 2024One of Southern California's most popular summer traditions, the annual July 4th Fireworks Spectacular at the Hollywood Bowl features legendary music acts and incredible fireworks displays in a gorgeous outdoor setting.
![Dine LA Restaurant Week - Citywide](https://estatic.languagecourse.net/images/events/thumbs/9804_1.jpg)
12 July 2024 - 26 July 2024Dine LA Restaurant Week is a 15-day biannual event that showcases the diverse and thriving LA dining scene. Hundreds of the city's top restaurants feature prix-fixe menus for lunch and dinner, giving diners the opportunity to sample the best that LA has to offer.
![US Open Surf](https://estatic.languagecourse.net/images/events/thumbs/9152_1.jpg)
03 August 2024 - 11 August 2024The US Open of Surfing in Los Angeles is a premier surfing event held annually at Huntington Beach. Known for its competitive atmosphere, top surfers from around the world showcase their skills in various categories. Spectators can enjoy watching the surfers, as well as the beachside festivities while everything takes place.
![Nisei Week Japanese Festival - Little Tokyo](https://estatic.languagecourse.net/images/events/thumbs/9808_1.jpg)
10 August 2024 - 18 August 2024Since 1934, Los Angeles has celebrated its Japanese American legacy with Nisei Week. The festival takes place in Downtown L.A.'s landmark Little Tokyo district and includes a queen and court, a parade, food vendors and other activities celebrating Japanese and Japanese American culture.
![Hollywood Christmas Parade](https://estatic.languagecourse.net/images/events/thumbs/9811_1.jpg)
24 November 2024The event that inspired Gene Autry to write ‘Here Comes Santa Claus’ is a glitzy, star-studded presentation that attracts a million fans. First held in 1928, the parade features elaborate floats, pop stars galore, celebs riding in antique cars, camels, horse shows and marching bands giving it the full razzle-dazzle. Even with reserved bleacher seats, early arrival is a must to ensure you can get a spot.
What to do in Los Angeles
![Walt Disney Concert Hall](https://estatic.languagecourse.net/images/attractions/thumbs/2457.jpg)
![Getty Center](https://estatic.languagecourse.net/images/attractions/thumbs/2459.jpg)
![Santa Monica Pier](https://estatic.languagecourse.net/images/attractions/thumbs/2464.jpg)
![Original Farmers Market](https://estatic.languagecourse.net/images/attractions/thumbs/2465.jpg)
![Venice Boardwalk](https://estatic.languagecourse.net/images/attractions/thumbs/2466.jpg)
![Universal Studios](https://estatic.languagecourse.net/images/attractions/thumbs/2467.jpg)
![Malibu](https://estatic.languagecourse.net/images/neighbourhood/thumbs/57_1.jpg)
![Beverly Hills](https://estatic.languagecourse.net/images/neighbourhood/thumbs/57_2.jpg)
![Hollywood](https://estatic.languagecourse.net/images/neighbourhood/thumbs/57_3.jpg)
![Bel Air](https://estatic.languagecourse.net/images/neighbourhood/thumbs/57_4.jpg)
Arrival airport
Public transportation to city center:
Every 30 minutes, 60 minutes.
Main stops: LAX - Sepulveda/Century, Century, Aviation, Imperial, Hawthorne, La Brea, Inglewood Transit Center, Florence, Crenshaw, Martin Luther King, Boadway, Broadway/7th
Taxi: 35 minutes drive to city center of Los Angeles
Q&A - Questions and answers about Los Angeles
- I would like to take educational leave in Los Angeles. Can I take a course and enter the country with ESTA approval?“Unfortunately, the courses for educational leave are almost always intensive courses with more than 18 hours per week. This is not compatible with ESTA approval.”Julia Von Vopelius-Feldt, LanguageCourse.Net - Oct 16, 2023F1 visa holder. Want to transfer to other school providing online/offline class -hybrid class.“Unfortunately, none of the language schools we partner with offer hybrid courses - all classes are face-to-face.
If you're happy with face-to-face classes, can you let us know your preferred start date and duration?
We can shortlist a few schools and see if they are transferable.
”Mindlere Shin, LanguageCourse.Net - May 08, 2023I only speak Spanish and I want to learn to speak English.“If you already have some knowledge of English, however little, you can start on any Monday. However, if you are an absolute beginner, if you have never studied English at all before, some schools have specific start dates throughout the year, which can be found in the profile of each of the language schools we work with in Los Angeles.”Rubén De Haro, LanguageCourse.Net - Mar 27, 2023I am in Los Angeles on holiday and I want to learn English.“As you have entered the country on a tourist visa, you can only book a course with a weekly teaching load not exceeding 18 hours, and only for a maximum of 90 days, which is the time allowed by the visa you hold in the United States.”Rubén De Haro, LanguageCourse.Net - Mar 24, 2023I'm looking for an English course for an adult and a winter camp (language training +activities) for 2 Chinese children.
A10-year-old girl with American passport and a 12-year-old boy with Chinese passport 10 years visa.“The California Language Academy in Los Angeles offers both adult courses and a winter camp programme for children.
Courses without ages are for adults, the adults traveling with children can choose according to their own needs.”Susan Wang, LanguageCourse.Net - Nov 30, 2022FAQ about schools in Los Angeles
- I want to prepare for the TOEFL exam.“Select the course type "TOEFL " in the filter at the top of the page and click Calculate Price Comparison to see all TOEFL prep courses offered by Los Angeles schools, including the number of lessons per week, the weekly price of the course, minimum language level requirements, and more.
Click on the name of the school, select course information from the calculator on the school page, click on "Reserve at the lowest price" to complete the booking and pay the deposit.”Susan Wang, Language Travel Consultant from LanguageCourse.Net - Mar 23, 2023A week in Los Angeles in late August, the child is 12 years old, looking for short-term language training.“Ardmore Language Schools in Los Angeles can provide a summer camp start on August 20th.
Click on the course name to view course information such as price, start date, number of weeks you can book, etc.
If your are flexible with dates and you are interested in a summer camp at another school in Los Angeles, please click on the school name to access the school page for programme information.”Susan Wang, Language Travel Consultant from LanguageCourse.Net - Mar 03, 2023What materials do these language schools need in order to book, and do these schools provide student visas?“You will need to apply for the visa yourself and consult the embassy for specific requirements.
The language schools we work with usually do not ask you to provide special documents, but some may ask you to provide a copy of your passport.”Susan Wang, Language Travel Consultant from LanguageCourse.Net - Jan 05, 2023Didn't find what you are looking for?Interested in a specific type of course? See our reviews of English courses & camps for teenager and children in Los Angeles or other 38 different English course types in Los Angeles.Interested in language travel to other cities? Have a look at English language schools in other cities in USA such as Asheville, Atlanta, Austin, Aventura, Boca Raton ..., Boston, Celebration, Chicago, Cincinnati, Columbia, Daytona Beach, El Paso, Elizabeth, Fort Lauderdale, Greensboro, Greenville, Hallandale Beach, Honolulu, Houston, Huntington Beach, Jersey City, Long Branch, Madison, Malibu, Melbourne FL, Miami, Miami Beach, Minneapolis, Mission Viejo, Monterey Park, Nashville , New Haven, New York, Orlando, Palm Beach, Philadelphia, Portland, Rosemead, Sacramento, Salt Lake City, San Diego, San Francisco, Santa Barbara, Santa Clarita, Santa Monica, Seattle, St Petersburg FL , Tampa, Washington DC, Weston or see our list of all schools in USA. You may also want to consult options outside USA for learning English.Show more