At EC Washington, we know that an ESL School in Washington DC needs to be more than just a building with classrooms. A lot of learning happens outside of the classroom, and it is important for our students to be able to exercise their English schools in social situations around town. That is why our … Read more
Washington’s famous Monument, or ‘the Obelisk’ as it is sometimes referred to, is one of the most historic and recognizable landmarks in America. It stands over 555 feet high and was the largest building in the world when it was finally built in 1888. It stands in the middle of the … Read more
Breakfast… the most important meal of the day! Each month, we aim to brighten up the morning for our hard-working students by offering them a free breakfast in our beautiful student lounge. It has become a very popular event and this month’s was one of the best attended breakfasts we hav … Read more
Our recent graduate, Valentina from Chile, was a much-loved and appreciated part of our student body; she clearly enjoyed her time with us too and had an affinity for the city of Washington, so we are thrilled that she has taken the time to write this wonderful blog about her experience her at her f … Read more
Washington DC is a paradise for the intellectually and culturally curious! There are so many sights to see and explore, which is why our monthly activity calendar is so popular at EC Washington. An English school for international students in Washington should include opportunities to see what makes … Read more
Learning about other cultures and customs is a big part of the ESL immersion experience. Here at our Washington DC English School, we are proud to celebrate the unique and engaging diversity among our students and staff. It is not just our students who have an international perspective to share, but … Read more
Music is a universal language which is spoken and heard in different ways around the world. It is one of those things that connects us all and breaks down barriers. In the world of ESL immersive learning, it is a powerful tool and one which can be used to make English language learners feel confiden … Read more
Not long ago we said goodbye to Maria, an architect from Switzerland, who came to study with us for several months; me miss her already. This is her take on the experience. “With my bag fully packed and my mind ready for an adventure, 3 months ago I took off from Switzerland head … Read more
OK, full disclosure: our local basketball team, the Washington Wizards, are not exactly one of the NBA’s leading lights. In fact, the Wizards are consistently among the bottom-ranked teams in America’s national basketball league. But why should that stop you from enjoying a traditional A … Read more
Halloween is a distinctly American celebration; many countries around the world do not have Halloween and if they do it is usually on a smaller scale than in the US. So, why not introduce the concept to our ESL students and have them get into the spirit of things! To Learn English in the USA is not … Read more
