EC Los Angeles

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EC Los Angeles is a modern learning space, just a 5 minute walk from Santa Monica beach – the ultimate stretch of Southern Californian coastline where the sun shines 340 days a year – and two minutes from all the dining, shopping, and nightlife of the famous Third Street Promenade.

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Ryan Hisamoto

Centre Director
Centre Director

John Boktor

Director of Studies

Centre Info

Face-to-face classes five days per week for Core lessons and Special Focus lessons on Tue and Thurs. Mon/Wed/Fri Special Focus lessons online
*Due to state/city/province regulations during COVID 19 some classes may be delivered online, speak with your booking agent for more details or
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Launched: 2012
Centre capacity: 225
Classrooms: 10
Minimum age: 16
Students under 18 must travel with parents or book EC homestay, single room
Students per class: Average 11 (Max. 15)
Wheelchair accessible
Free access to Microsoft Office for the duration of the course

School Includes

Student lounge
29 internet connected computers
Self study room
Free wireless internet access throughout
the centre
Social and cultural programme
Library
Interactive whiteboards in all classrooms
Prayer room
University Admissions Service

Address

EC Los Angeles,
401 Wilshire Boulevard,
Suite 200,
Santa Monica, CA 90401,
USA

Phone

+1 (310) 310 3868

Emergency Number

+ 1 (424) 428- 8808

Opening Hours

Monday - Friday, 09:00 - 17:00 GMT -5

Location

5 minute walk to Santa Monica beach
Close to Santa Monica Pier
Shops and restaurants nearby
Next to the famous Third Street Promenade
Short ride to Malibu, Hollywood and Beverly Hills

Nationality Mix

Brazilian
19%
Swiss
16%
Korean
12%
Saudi Arabian
16%
Japanese
16%
Italian
4%
Other
29%

Age Mix

16 - 17

6%
18 - 20

24%
21 - 25

43%
26 - 30

12%
31 - 40

11%
41 - 50

2%
51+

1%

Student Testimonial

I chose to study with EC because I want to learn in LA and EC have free classes and weekend activity. I like that the teachers always let us enjoy studying English. I respect them a lot. My most unforgettable memory is that all of the classmates made a few dresses in class. Regardless of nationality or age, everyone enjoyed making dresses and said their opinions to each other. I can’t forget the memory of EC… There are nice teachers, helpful student coordinators and the best environment.

Miho Okamatsu
Japan

Teacher Testimonial

My name is Ryan, and I’m a 24 year old Southern California native. In 2011 I graduated with a Bachelor’s in Psychology and Anthropology from UC Santa Barbara. I love music, traveling and working with people of all ages. Last year I taught English and studied Chinese in Taipei, Taiwan. I lived in the city center, near the famous building, Taipei 101. I had an excellent and adventurous time learning a new language, experiencing a new culture and meeting so many new and wonderful people.

In my spare time, I enjoy listening to records, surfing beside Santa Monica pier and going out to try new and delicious restaurants in Los Angeles. Watching funny YouTube videos is a guilty pleasure of mine which has consumed hours upon hours of my life.

During my time at EC I have tried to achieve a positive and interactive learning environment, whereupon my classes are continuously speaking, reading, writing and learning. I believe in an encouraging and fun learning environment where students are able to enjoy the experience of learning, rather than solely doing exercises from a book.

I hope to stay at EC and further explore the amazing city that is Los Angeles and am looking forward to an exciting future in the months to come. I am a very positive and open person, so if you see me walking by you in the hallway, don’t hesitate to say “Hello!”

Ryan
Los Angeles