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Curious World Academy

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# **General English (ESL) — Full Course Description**

**General English (ESL)** is a comprehensive program designed for students who want to build a strong foundation in all areas of the English language. Whether your goal is to study abroad, communicate confidently at work, or feel comfortable while traveling, this course provides the essential skills needed for real-life communication.

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## **About the Course**

The program focuses on gradually developing grammar, vocabulary, pronunciation, listening, reading, writing, and speaking skills. All classes are delivered through **1:1 personalized lessons**, ensuring that the content and pace are tailored to each student’s level and learning goals — from complete beginners to advanced learners.

The course uses modern textbooks, interactive activities, and practical exercises to make the learning experience engaging, effective, and relevant to everyday situations.

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## **What You Will Learn**

### **1:1 Lessons Include:**

* **Grammar**
Master sentence structure, verb tenses, and essential grammar patterns used in everyday communication.
* **Vocabulary**
Expand your vocabulary across useful topics such as daily life, travel, work, social interactions, and more.
* **Pronunciation**
Improve your clarity, intonation, and overall sound using guided pronunciation practice.
* **Listening**
Learn to understand spoken English in conversations, audio clips, videos, and different real-world contexts.
* **Reading**
Improve reading comprehension through texts of varying difficulty while developing vocabulary and structure awareness.
* **Writing**
Practice writing emails, messages, short essays, and other practical forms of communication.
* **Speaking**
Build confidence through guided conversation practice and learn to speak naturally and fluently.

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## **Materials Used**

Students use well-structured and internationally recognized materials:

* **FACE TO FACE**
* **EVOLVE**
* **PREPARE**

Materials are selected based on the student’s level and learning objectives.

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## **Key Benefits**

* **Balanced development of all English skills** — grammar, speaking, writing, reading, and listening.
* **Suitable for all levels** — from beginners to advanced students.
* **Practical, everyday focus** — learn the English you will actually use in real situations.
* **Strong foundation for future study** — ideal preparation for academic programs or exam courses such as IELTS or TOEFL.

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## **Who This Course Is For**

This course is perfect if you want to:

* Communicate confidently in daily situations
* Improve your English for work or study
* Prepare for travel or living abroad
* Start learning English from the basics
* Strengthen your existing knowledge with structured guidance
* Learn at your own pace with personalized lessons

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## **Learning Outcomes**

By the end of the course, you will be able to:

* Speak more naturally and confidently
* Build grammatically correct sentences
* Use modern vocabulary relevant to daily life
* Write clear messages, emails, and short texts
* Understand spoken English in various contexts
* Feel comfortable communicating in international environments

Course topics

Listening, Speaking, Pronunciation, Reading, Writing, Vocabulary and Grammar

Class schedule

Course duration
1-24 weeks
Start dates
Every Monday
Classes per week
40 lessons per week (each lesson lasts 60 min)
Class days
Monday - Friday
School holidays
12 Jun 2026, 06 Aug 2026, 21 Aug 2026, 31 Aug 2026, 09 Sep 2026, 01 Nov 2026, 02 Nov 2026, 30 Nov 2026, 08 Dec 2026, 24 Dec 2026, 25 Dec 2026, 31 Dec 2026, 01 Jan 2027, 01 Jan 2027

Class schedule may change depending on availability and season.

Class level

All levels, beginner to advanced
You will take a placement test on your first day to determine your class level. You may also take this test before your arrival in Cebu City.

Class size

Average 5 students
Maximum 10 students

Student age

Age range 1 year old and older
Average 22 years old
(20 in the summer)

Certificate

A certificate of completion will be issued at the end of the course.
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School description

Curious World Academy (Cebu Main Campus) is located in the lively Mabolo district of Cebu City, just a short walk from major shopping centers, cafés, and student-friendly spots. The campus combines both learning and living spaces in one building — classrooms and dormitories are under the same roof, allowing students to fully immerse themselves in an English-speaking environment without daily commuting.

The academy offers a variety of English programs, including General ESL, intensive one-on-one lessons, and exam preparation courses such as IELTS, TOEFL, and TOEIC. For students aiming to improve their professional communication skills, Business English programs are also available — ideal for future careers or academic pathways abroad.

CWA focuses strongly on teaching quality: instructors are a mix of experienced native speakers and top-level local teachers, many of whom have previously worked in reputable educational institutions.

For comfortable student life, the campus provides its own fully furnished dormitory with Wi-Fi and renovated facilities that help students feel at home throughout their stay.

Curious World Academy also offers a vibrant social program: island-hopping activities, weekend trips, cultural excursions, and community outreach projects focused on sustainability and social responsibility.

One of the academy’s key advantages is its official accreditation: CWA is registered with the Philippine government (SSP) and accredited by TESDA, ensuring high educational standards and a fully legal framework for international students.

Year opened
2022
Number of classrooms
100

Facilities

  • Social Activities
  • Cultural Trips
  • IELTS Test Center
  • TOEFL Test Center
  • Elevators
  • Eating Area
  • Free Internet
  • Wireless Internet
  • After-Class Seminars
  • Studying Area
  • Audio Learning
  • Sports Activities

Teacher qualifications

Teachers with English teaching certification
All
Teachers with college degrees
All

Nationality and age mix

The nationality and age mix at Curious World Academy varies over different time periods, courses and levels. Throughout the year, the average age is 22. In the summer, the average age is 20.

CWA teaches students from all over the world, including:

Japan
47%
Taiwan
26%
Saudi Arabia
15%
South Korea
5%
Vietnam
5%
China
1%
Russia
1%

School holidays

Open dates
Year round
School holidays
12 Jun 2026, 06 Aug 2026, 21 Aug 2026, 31 Aug 2026, 09 Sep 2026, 01 Nov 2026, 02 Nov 2026, 30 Nov 2026, 08 Dec 2026, 24 Dec 2026, 25 Dec 2026, 31 Dec 2026, 01 Jan 2027, 01 Jan 2027
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housing

Housing

CWA offers the following housing types:
student-residence

Студенческое общежитие (на кампусе) - Завтрак, обед и ужин

Included
weekly
Age range: 5 - 90 years old
Address: Limbong St corner C. Mina St, Cebu City, Cebu 6000, Philippines
Location: In the city center of Cebu City
Housing type: Student residence (on-campus)
Room type: Single-person room
Board type: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner (21 meals per week)
Facilities: Private bathroom, wireless internet, free internet, air conditioning, heating, 24/7 supervision, and sports facilities
Availability: January - December
Check-in: Saturday, after 12:00 PM
Check-out: Saturday, before 12:00 AM
Included
Our rooms are equipped with essential amenities to ensure a comfortable stay. Each room includes air conditioning, a refrigerator (in some cases a compact model), and a cabinet for personal storage. A welcome set is provided, which includes a bath towel, bottled water, toilet paper, a toothbrush, and simple shampoo and conditioner.

Room cleaning is performed twice per week, with linen changed once a week. A hair dryer is available for rent for 100 pesos per week.
visa

Visa support

We cannot apply for visas on behalf of students. However, the school can supply you with all the documentation you need to support your visa application.

Your letter of acceptance will be sent to your home address by regular mail at no charge to you.

Flights and airport transfer

Please note that we do not book flights for our students. If you are researching airfare costs, we recommend using Kayak.com, a search engine that lets you compare flight options from your home country to Cebu City based on your budget, schedule and preferences.

Travel insurance

Study abroad worry-free with Language International's health and personal effects insurance coverage. When you book a course with us, you can opt to purchase an international insurance plan that covers not only your health care cost but also loss of your personal belongings. You must book your insurance in advance when you register.

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