A language
school is a school where one studies a foreign language. Classes at a language school are usually
geared towards, for example, communicative competence in
a foreign language. Language learning in such schools typically supplements
formal education or existing knowledge of a foreign language. Students vary
widely by age, educational background, work experience. Further, at language
school students usually have the possibility of selecting a specific course
according to their language proficiency. There are six languages levels that
define students language proficiency base on their speaking, writing and
reading skills. Students will be then assigned to the course that matches their
skills. As a general rule, new students take a placement test which enables
teachers to determine which is the most appropriate level for the student.
Courses can be organized in groups or for individuals (one-to-one lessons).
Private language schools are generally open year-round and are equipped with
pedagogical material (books, tape recorders, videos, language laboratories, a
library, etc.