ADMISSION PROCESS
- Start by providing your contact information using one of our convenient contact forms on our website.
- Once you submit the form, you will receive a request form. Please fill it out promptly.
- Schedule a one-on-one on-site or virtual visit to our Academy. During this meeting, we will discuss various aspects with your family (with the student present). Topics will include your expectations, your student's prior exposure to the target language (formally or informally), an introduction to our curricula for the seven languages we currently offer, and the pedagogical materials we use. We will also provide insights into our art classes as part of our multicultural approach and share information about our instructors' qualifications, experiences, and teaching philosophies.
- Following the interview, you will promptly receive notification regarding your student's acceptance into our program.
- To secure your spot, a $290 deposit, along with a $100 registration fee for new students and $70 for returning students, will be required.
- In addition, there will be a one-time yearly material fee.
- Once we acknowledge your registration package, you will receive an enrollment confirmation via email.
Admissions Notes
- Admission is granted on a first-come, first-served basis, and meeting the interview criteria does not guarantee automatic acceptance into the program.
- Your deposit will be credited towards the first installment of your tuition.
We provide the following rates* for personalized language learning in the Bay Area.
| Proficiency | Fluency | |
|---|---|---|
| Focus | Development | Immersion |
| Classes per month | varies with month | varies with month |
| Cost per month | $290 | Ask |
| Additional sibling | $275 | Ask |
*These rates are based on small group setting of a minimum of 8-students. Rates are for 2024-2025.
At Bay Language Academy, we are dedicated to providing the courses and services as outlined on our website and in our brochures. Our classes are meticulously planned, and instructors are assigned based on anticipated demand. However, in situations where we are unable to meet the minimum enrollment requirements or in the event of circumstances beyond our control, we reserve the right to cancel a class or service. In such cases, we will make every effort to either merge it with another class of equivalent levels or offer suitable alternatives. Rest assured that if such a cancellation occurs, you will be promptly notified.
It's important to note that our Toddler/Parent classes are scheduled once a week.
CLASS LEVELS
Proficiency Program
Our Proficiency program is tailored for students aspiring to attain high levels of language proficiency. These classes are primarily conducted in the foreign language, although not exclusively. The curriculum seamlessly weaves language instruction with cultural insights. In addition to engaging students through interactive games and activities, our Proficiency classes focus on developing strong vocabulary and grammar foundations. For younger learners, our curriculum integrates music, rhymes, storytelling, and interactive learning activities.
Fluency Program
The Fluency program is designed for students who already possess some exposure to the language and have a solid verbal understanding but may lack formal grammar and vocabulary instruction. This program is particularly relevant for students from households where a language other than English is spoken, and they can understand native speakers reasonably well. Classes in the Fluency program are conducted exclusively in the foreign language.
For both Proficiency and Fluency-level students, we offer a third session lasting 75 minutes, specifically designed to prepare them for standardized exams. Successful completion of this session enables students to undergo assessment by accredited institutions and obtain certifications that may grant them the opportunity to study abroad.
For our older students, our conversational classes build upon their previous lessons, reinforcing vocabulary and grammar mastery, and shifting focus towards areas of personal interest.
If you're interested in learning English as a second language (ESL), we have a dedicated program to cater to your needs.
Our adult classes primarily target individuals who have previously studied languages in high school and/or college but wish to refresh their memory and practice. They are also ideal for those who have always desired to learn another language but never had the opportunity.
Our adult classes follow a quarter system, with each quarter lasting approximately 10 weeks. These classes are offered during the Fall, Winter, Spring, and Summer quarters, typically meeting once a week.
PAYMENTS
Monthly payments are due on the 15th of each month for children and upon receipt for private and group classes. Payments received after the due date may be subject to late fees. We strongly encourage all students to enroll in ACH for convenient monthly payments.
To sign up for ACH payments, please follow the ACH Authorization process.
It's important to note that the monthly rate is calculated based on the entire program, divided into equal monthly payments. Regardless of the number of classes in a given month or any missed classes, your monthly bill remains consistent.
TESTIMONIALS
We really appreciate all the incredible work you have all done with Logan and Grayson over the past years !
Thank you for all the years of wonderful support and education.
Bonjour Madame Essia,
Today I will be backpacking while French class is going so I won't be able to make it to class today. (Fritz won't either). Thank you so much for being an excellent teacher throughout COVID and I will miss having French classes every day during the summer.- Merci beaucoup! Thanks for the nice note, I am so glad to learn that Tibby is doing well in the French class as I think language is truly important to help expand our life, giving us more opportunity to connect with more people and gain more perspective, to make us more open minded and connected.Thank you for giving your heart to teach those students!
- Please thank Ms. Gracie for all of the amazing work, lessons, and support she has provided me so far. She has impacted my learning experience in such a positive way and I am extremely grateful.I wish you both all the best, and thank you again for everything!
I liked the Tuesday class and I felt it was a slightly better pace for me. I am trying to find my rhythm with an at home practice still and so a slower pace is best for me right now. I can not thank you ladies enough for listening to my concerns and being so supportive. I felt understood and cared for and I really appreciate that form you both and look forward to continuing my lessons.
Thank you for your extraordinary leadership and support of the students during this challenging time. I really applaud you and your teachers' dedication in keeping the classes going so consistently during this prolonged shelter in place period.
Hello. Just a quick note to say that Selig is enjoying the classes so far. They are engaging and move quickly. It makes us hopeful of success. Thank you very much l! Catherine G
Loving French. Yes, to fall. Remote class works great. My son got up this morning (on a Saturday) to attend French. He wanted to read and answer more questions in French. So sweet. Love the Monday through Friday daily schedule. Keeps us all on track and regular.
Thank you for a great opportunity.- I want you to know that both of my children love their French classes.I hope that you are able to offer this format over the summer. I would very much like it. Same for the fall next year as I believe the schools are going to be on split schedules. Even if you need to change the time of day....the daily 30-min with homework works great from our perspective.
- Thank you for all of your efforts developing the new protocols that are required for the upcoming school year. I know it has been a tremendously difficult undertaking for you and the teachers.Nicole and I would still like to have the Kids attend the Bay Language Academy next year. We are nervous about the in person classes, as additional classes and students means additional risk of contracting COVID. I imagine that many parents are in a similar mindset. However, we felt that the distance learning was very effective for the kids, particularly after you switched to the 5-day per week, 30-minute per session format.We are most interested in the remote learning options that will be available to the kids next year.
I want to thank you and let you know that Alaia is loving Bay Language Academy Camp. She had really missed interaction with kids and teachers. She is just loving it. She absolutely loves art, and comes home so excited. I hope she has been well behaved and a good listener.
You have a wonderful language program and aftercare set up. We are really excited for our daughter to participate in your programs.
J'ai été accepté, Mme Essia ! J'ai rejoint la Sorbonne dans le cours de lettres, j’ai été accepté en deux, mais je vais choisir Lettres Classiques ! Rien de tout n'aurait été possible sans votre aide pour le DELF! Merci beaucoup beaucoup !!
I will highly recommend your Language Academy to anyone!
We appreciate the foundation you laid for her language skills. Sincerely
Thanks as always for your help and the great learning experience!
Warmly,Sorry for the delay. The courses are great!
We have looked at several after school programs and really feel he would do best with you. You've created an amazing space to learn and grow.
Thank you so much for patiently working with this my son. I wish you and the Bay Language Academy all the best and hope that your programs continue to thrive.
Thank you for accepting my kids into your wonderful program, and showing them a lot of personal love and care. When we come back from Taiwan in 2 years, I want to enroll them back in your program so that they can keep up their Mandarin! Thank you!
I would like to extend my sincere gratitude to every staff at Bay Language Academy for the love and support you all have given my boys.Thank you.
Thank you for your kindness, making the adjustment, and reaching out. I think what you all do there is amazing.
So grateful i still have you !! And so happy to see you again tomorrow she was sad to leave today ...
Thank you for allWe've had a wonderful experience so far, and look forward to being back the rest of the week, and then during the year for TK. Thank you!
It was truly a pleasure to meet you and spend time talking with you. Reya and I continued to discuss your kindness and welcoming energy: we really look forward to being part of the community you have created at Bay Language Academy.
Je me suis préparé pour l'AP dans ma classe de français, et j'ai de bonnes notes pour mes exercices d'AP (vous m'avez aidé pendant l'été!)
I am very happy with the progress the kids are making. Thank you.
We very much have enjoyed the Korean class and really like the teacher !
You simply have an awesome program!