Whether we are choosing a fitness centre or a language school we want to make the right choice and spend our money well. With my experience I’m afraid I won’t be able to help you choose the right sports centre, but I can help you decide where to learn a foreign language.
When choosing a language school the criteria we take into consideration can be long and mind-boggling. That is why I’ve decided to look at only a few aspects, but in my opinion very important ones.
Certificates- In my opinion there are two certificates which are a must for any language school. They are PASE and EAQUALS. The first is the Polish Association for Standards in Language Education, the second is an international certificate known as the European Association for Quality Language Services. Possessing both certificates distinguishes a school and sets a benchmark for others.
How long the school has been on the market? – The question is important if we think about standards and reputation. The latter can be evaluated through word-of-mouth advertising. For example, Archibald has been on the market for 15 years and has gained its reputation through its high standards in teaching and positive feedback from students.
Types of courses – Apart from regular courses, it is worth asking about specialized courses. Why? For one, if a school has such courses in its offerings it means it follows trends on the market; it develops and tries to meet public demand. With growing language competence it is not enough just to communicate, people would like to be language experts in their field of work.
