EC Boston Pre-Arrival to First Day

School Number

+1 617 247-3033 (Mon-Fri, 8:15 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.)

Emergency Number

(For use outside of office hours only)

+1 202 909 5873

Address

EC Boston, 1 Faneuil Hall Square, Boston, MA 02109, USA

Your First Day at School

How can I find my way to school?
You can find this information on your EC Accommodation Profile, or feel free to ask your host family or residence.

What if I haven’t booked EC accommodation?
You can take the “T” to:
- State Street Station (Orange line)
- From Haymarket Station (Green and Orange lines)
- From Aquarium T Stop (Blue line)

What time should I arrive?
8:00am

What should I bring with me?
It’s important to bring these documents with you on your first day:

I-20 form(s) (F-1 students only)
Visa and passport
Proof of health insurance covering length of programme. This is required for you to start lessons
Your credit card to pay a deposit if you have booked an EC Residence

Your First Day at School

What can I expect on my first day?
You’ll experience the best possible welcome into the EC family on your first day. Enjoy undivided staff attention in a relaxed, friendly atmosphere. Here’s what your first day will include:

Detailed schedule of the day
Orientation talk
The remainder of your placement test (speaking and writing)
‘How We Learn’ – Session on how you’ll succeed with EC, including our teaching styles and methods
‘Living in our City’ – Session on local sights and useful information about the area
Welcome tour of the school
Welcome activity Your first day will end at around 3pm

What will my timetable be?
You will receive your timetable at school upon arrival

This is a sample timetable, times may change and are not guaranteed.
General English (20 lessons/week) : Core Classes (Mon-Fri)
Semi-Intensive English (24 lessons/week) : Core Classes (Mon-Fri) & Special Focus Classes (Tue & Thu)
Intensive English (30 lessons/week) : Core Classes (Mon-Fri) & Special Focus Classes (Mon-Fri)