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Catherine (26) Female, Korean

Student information:
– Name: Catherine
– Nationality: Korean
– Program: ESL
– Duration: 12 weeks

Study Hard if You Want to be Improved!
My purpose to study English was to improve my communication skill. When I was in Korea, I had never studied English because I did not have any needs or opportunities. However, I realized the necessity of English when I traveled abroad and I wanted to talk with foreigners more. I have a friend who studied in WALES two years ago, so I decided to study here with her recommendation.

Although I did not know anything about English, I learned basic grammar and speaking, which enhanced my English skill. I am not fluent in English, but I’m sure I improved myself so much.

The facility here is very good. However, I often felt that some teachers lack teaching skills… Besides, it was hard to speak English because there were so many Koreans speaking in Korean.

Olivia (22) Female, Korean

Student information:
– Name: Olivia
– Nationality: Korean
– Program: ESL
– Duration: 8 weeks

If someone wants to study in Philippines, I believe that WALES could be the best choice for you for two reasons.

First of all, this school operates with not that many students compared with the other schools. In the other schools case, they have more than 100 students (even more than 500 students…), but in WALES, they have about 50 students. Actually, although more students are enrolling nowadays, I heard that the maximum number of students will be 70. Therefore, teachers can concentrate on their students respectively and be interested in their students. In addition, students can feel strong bond or affection with teachers.

Second, in this school, a student could mix with variety of nationalities. In here, I could get along with Japanese, Taiwanese, Filipino and Korean. Of course, there are more Koreans rather than the other nationalities, but still there are many foreigners. I was able to learn their cultures which are totally different with Korean’s. I could experience Japan, Taiwan and the other countries in Philippines. Up until now, I think that the biggest thing I got in WALES is ‘friends’.

In summary, if someone come to WALES to study English, at least, he or she would feel bonds with teachers and get many foreigner friends. There might be some drawbacks in here, but I am satisfied with my life in WALES.

Chloe (21) Female, Korean

Student information:
– Name: Chloe
– Nationality: Korean
– Program: ESL and IELTS
– Duration: 24 weeks

필리핀에서의 생활은 마치 유리속의 숨겨진 세상을 보는것과 같았습니다. 저는 어학연수나 유학경험이 없었기 때문에, 모든것이 새롭고 완벽했습니다. 저는 영어를 공부하기 위해 웨일즈어학원을 선택한 것이 옳은 선택이었다고 생각합니다. 저는 모든 분야 (듣기, 읽기, 쓰기, 말하기) 에서 눈에 띄게 영어실력을 향상시킬 수 있었고 시각을 넓힐 수 있었습니다.

저는 웨일즈에서 6개월동안 공부했으며 2개월의 ESL, 그리고 4개월의 IELTS 과정을 마쳤습니다. ESL과정을 통해 저는 기본기를 다졌기에 토익이나 오픽과는 전혀 다른 방식의 IELTS를 공부하면서도 별다른 어려움을 느끼지 않았습니다. 만약 학생들의 약점과 어려움을 아는 실력있는 선생님들이 계시지 않았다면 저는 끝마치지 못하고 포기했을 것입니다. 그러나 많은 선생님들과 친구들이 응원해주고 격려해주었기에 저는 과정을 마칠 수 있었습니다. 또한 공부를 열심히 했을 뿐 아니라 현명하고 합리적으로 앞으로의 계획을 짤 수 있었습니다.

요약하면, 저는 모든 선생님들과 친구들에게 감사하며 여기에서 머물렀던 시간들을 잊지 못할 것입니다.

Zouye (29) Male, Japanese

Student information:
– Name: Zouye
– Nationality: Japanese
– Program: ESL PLUS
– Duration: 12 weeks

Had many opportunities to speak in English!
I had a hard time to get used to talking in English at first because I had not studied for long time. However, I took ESL Plus course which had 8 hour 1:1 classes and that environment kinda forced me to speak English. And after one month, I was able to speak in English fluently and I also got confidence. Although I had many business meetings because I was working at the same time, the staffs and teachers were very flexible and understood me well.

If you want to study in the Philippines, I think Baguio city is very good place! It is very convenient and comfortable to live. You do not have to feel stress aside from study lol. In addition, the students in WALES are all highly motivated and would encourage you a lot. I also recommend you this academy if you want to continue working while staying here.

Ryoma (14) Male, Japanese

Student information:
– Name: Ryoma
– Nationality: Japanese
– Program: ESL
– Duration: 35 weeks

This academy is for those who…!
The dormitory and class rooms are very clean. If you do not like old facilities or dirty places, this academy is suitable for you. There are also water servers and we can use Wi-fi comfortably. The location of the academy is very nice. It’s near from the central part and there is a big shopping mall.

I also recommend this academy to those who do not like big schools. WALES is a small academy and teachers and staffs are all kind. If you request something about your classes, they always try to find the best way for you.

To those who are planning to study in the Philippines, I can say that you do not have to be afraid of meeting people from different countries! The most important thing is how you enjoy your study here. You can make many friends here! Don’t be afraid…! And the great life in the Philippines is waiting for you!