Global Village Hawaii
1440 Kapiolani Blvd. Suite 1100 Honolulu, HI 96822
GLOBAL VILLAGE HAWAII offers the highest quality education as evident by being the only school in Hawaii that is accredited nationally (ACCET) and internationally (IALC). Further, GV Hawaii has received several international school awards, including: #1 in the world in school environment, #3 in the world in accommodations, and #3 in the world in the overall category. GV Hawaii is proud to be the only IELTS test center in Hawaii as well as an authorized Cambridge test center.
School location
General Information
- Minimum age of students: 16
- Lesson duration: 50 min
- Maximum class size: 15
- Average number of students in group: 10
- Number of classrooms: 13
- School's foundation year: 2001
- Level placement test on the first day: yes
- The nearest airport: Daniel K. Inouye International Airport
- Distance from the nearest airport: 11 km
- School opening times: 8:00am
- School closed on national and regional holidays: 24.11.2023, 25.12.2023, 01.01.2024, 15.01.2024, 19.02.2024, 26.03.2024, 27.05.2024, 11.06.2024, 04.07.2024, 16.08.2024, 02.09.2024, 14.10.2024, 28.11.2024, 29.11.2024, 25.12.2024
- Distance from the airport: HNL-Honolulu International Airport km
Facilities
- Drink vending machine
- Snack vending machine
- Free WIFI
- Printer for student use
- Dining room
- Kitchen for student use
- Computer lab
- Self study room
- Lounge with TV
Facilities for disabled people
- Classrooms adapted for the disabled
- Disabled toilet
Classroom equipment
- Air conditioning in all classrooms
- Audio-TV in some classrooms
The price includes
- Free certificate of course attendance
- WIFI Internet at school
- Language level placement test on the first day at school
- Language test before the course
- Organized activities at school
Course materials:
Top student nationalities
Leisure activities
| Activities | Included / at extra cost | Distance from school |
|---|---|---|
| Baseball | 20 US$ | 1,2 km |
| Yoga | 10 US$ | 8 km |
| Basketball | 20 US$ | 8 km |
| Music | 10 US$ | 48 km |
| Football | 50 US$ | 8 km |
| Swimming | 140 US$ | |
| Volleyball | 20 US$ | 8 km |
| Tennis | ||
| Sailing | 49 US$ | 2,4 km |
Courses
Vacation English Program - 16 lpw
| Minimum course length in weeks | 1 |
| Maximum course length in weeks | 52 |
| lessons per week | 16 |
| Lesson duration | 50 min |
| Minimum age of students | 16 |
| Maximum age of students | 100 |
| Average number of students in group | 11 |
| Maximum group size | 15 |
| Certificate of course attendance | yes |
Supplements
| Weekly Technology and Materials fee | 26 US$ per week |
| Letter of Acceptance: $500 Deposit may be required | US$ |
Course description
The General English Program (GEP) is a speaking focused system of training and testing that helps students track their improvements weekly and progress through 8 levels of English, from beginner to advanced! Just decide how long you would like to study English, as well as how many English lessons you would like to take a week — 16, 20 or 25 lessons, and we will take care of the rest!
Course levels
Course start dates
Standard English Program - 20 lpw
| Minimum course length in weeks | 1 |
| Maximum course length in weeks | 52 |
| lessons per week | 20 |
| Lesson duration | 50 min |
| Minimum age of students | 16 |
| Maximum age of students | 100 |
| Average number of students in group | 11 |
| Maximum group size | 15 |
| Certificate of course attendance | yes |
Supplements
| Weekly Technology and Materials fee | 26 US$ per week |
| Letter of Acceptance: $500 Deposit may be required | US$ |
Course description
The General English Program (GEP) is a speaking focused system of training and testing that helps students track their improvements weekly and progress through 8 levels of English, from beginner to advanced! Just decide how long you would like to study English, as well as how many English lessons you would like to take a week — 16, 20 or 25 lessons, and we will take care of the rest!
Course levels
Course hours
Course start dates
Intensive English Program - 25 lpw
| Minimum course length in weeks | 1 |
| Maximum course length in weeks | 52 |
| lessons per week | 25 |
| Lesson duration | 50 min |
| Minimum age of students | 16 |
| Maximum age of students | 100 |
| Average number of students in group | 11 |
| Maximum group size | 15 |
| Certificate of course attendance | yes |
Supplements
| Weekly Technology and Materials fee | 26 US$ per week |
| Letter of Acceptance: $500 Deposit may be required | US$ |
Course description
The General English Program (GEP) is a speaking focused system of training and testing that helps students track their improvements weekly and progress through 8 levels of English, from beginner to advanced! Just decide how long you would like to study English, as well as how many English lessons you would like to take a week — 16, 20 or 25 lessons, and we will take care of the rest!
Course levels
Course start dates
Cambridge Programs: FCE (B2 First), CAE (C1 Advanced)
| Minimum course length in weeks | 8 |
| Maximum course length in weeks | 10 |
| lessons per week | 20 |
| Minimum age of students | 16 |
| Maximum age of students | 100 |
| Average number of students in group | 8 |
| Maximum group size | 15 |
| Certificate of course attendance | yes |
Supplements
| FCE, CAE Exam & Administration Fee | 350 US$ one-off |
| Cambridge Textbooks | 150 US$ one-off |
| Technology & Materials fee | 26 US$ per week |
Course description
*Entrance Exam Required
*FCE and CAE preparation and examination available up to 4 times per year
*Focuses on 5 main skills covered in the exam: reading, writing, use of English (grammar), listening and speaking
*Weekly practice tests
*Full mock exam at the end of session
Course levels
Required minimum language level
Course start dates
Cambridge Teen Learners Of English (TLE) - 12-17 years old
| Minimum course length in weeks | 1 |
| Maximum course length in weeks | 6 |
| lessons per week | 20 |
| Lesson duration | 50 min |
| Minimum age of students | 12 |
| Maximum age of students | 17 |
| Average number of students in group | 11 |
| Maximum group size | 15 |
| Certificate of course attendance | yes |
Supplements
| Activities (Mon - Sat) | 395 US$ per week |
| School Transportation (Mon - Sat) | 432 US$ per week |
| Lunch (Mon - Sat) | 102 US$ per week |
Course description
Includes: Tuition, GVH sports bag, and Technology and Materials fee. Does NOT include accommodation.
Available to individual students from 8th July to 15th August 2024.
Course levels
Course start dates
English + Surfing
| Minimum course length in weeks | 1 |
| Maximum course length in weeks | 11 |
| lessons per week | 20 |
| Lesson duration | 50 min |
| Minimum age of students | 16 |
| Maximum age of students | 100 |
| Average number of students in group | 11 |
| Maximum group size | 15 |
Course description
Includes tuition, two 1-hour private surfing lpw, surfboard rental, rash guard & certificate.
Course levels
Required minimum language level
Course start dates
English + Fitness
| Minimum course length in weeks | 2 |
| Maximum course length in weeks | 5 |
| lessons per week | 20 |
| Lesson duration | 50 min |
| Minimum age of students | 16 |
| Maximum age of students | 100 |
| Average number of students in group | 11 |
| Maximum group size | 15 |
| Certificate of course attendance | yes |
Course description
Includes tuition and a total of five 1-hour personal training sessions and gym membership. Minimum 2 weeks
Course levels
Required minimum language level
Course start dates
Semester Gap Program
| Minimum course length in weeks | 23 |
| Maximum course length in weeks | 23 |
| lessons per week | 25 |
| Lesson duration | 50 min |
| Minimum age of students | 16 |
| Maximum age of students | 100 |
| Average number of students in group | 11 |
| Maximum group size | 15 |
| Certificate of course attendance | yes |
Course description
The GAP Year Program is a year-long intensive English language course of study, with three scheduled semesters throughout the academic year. Students can join this program from any of the three semester start dates, though the student must study for one full semester. Student Visa is required.
Course levels
Required minimum language level
Course start dates
Academic Year Program
| Minimum course length in weeks | 36 |
| Maximum course length in weeks | 36 |
| lessons per week | 25 |
| Lesson duration | 50 min |
| Minimum age of students | 16 |
| Maximum age of students | 100 |
| Average number of students in group | 11 |
| Maximum group size | 15 |
| Certificate of course attendance | yes |
Course description
The Academic Year Program is a year-long intensive English language course of study, with three scheduled semesters throughout the academic year. Students can join this program from any of the three semester start dates, though the student must study for three full semesters. Student Visa required.
Course levels
Required minimum language level
Course start dates
Private Lessons
| Minimum course length in weeks | 1 |
| Maximum course length in weeks | 12 |
| lessons per week | 10 |
| Lesson duration | 50 min |
| Minimum age of students | 16 |
| Maximum age of students | 100 |
| Average number of students in group | 1 |
| Maximum group size | 1 |
| Certificate of course attendance | yes |
Course levels
Required minimum language level
Course start dates
Accommodation
Host Family Homestay, single room, AGE 18-59
Global Village Hawaii arranges and manages the homestays in Hawaii. For those who wish to stay in a homestay, staff in charge of accommodation are at the school and will provide timely and efficient service to ensure your stay is perfect. Homestays of Global Village Hawaii provides the students with an opportunity to experience Hawaiian culture while striving for a safe, friendly and secure environment.
| Price includes: | air conditioning, access to free WIFI in the building, access to kitchen, weekly cleaning, access to the laundry room, bedding, private bathroom, TV, shared bathroom |
| Accommodation from - to | Prices based on accommodation from Sunday prior to the course to Sunday after the course |
| Minimum age | 18 |
| Maximum age | 100 |
| Minimum stay in weeks | 1 |
| Extra nights bookable: | Yes |
| Price per extra night | 58/74/81 US$ |
| Accommodation Placement Fee charged by the school | 320 US$ |
Supplements
| Homestay Administration fee | 42 US$ per week |
Host Family Homestay, single room, AGE 3-17, 60+
Global Village Hawaii arranges and manages the homestays in Hawaii. For those who wish to stay in a homestay, staff in charge of accommodation are at the school and will provide timely and efficient service to ensure your stay is perfect. Homestays of Global Village Hawaii provides the students with an opportunity to experience Hawaiian culture while striving for a safe, friendly and secure environment.
| Price includes: | air conditioning, access to free WIFI in the building, access to kitchen, weekly cleaning, access to the laundry room, bedding, private bathroom, TV, shared bathroom |
| Accommodation from - to | Prices based on accommodation from Sunday prior to the course to Sunday after the course |
| Minimum age | 3 |
| Maximum age | 100 |
| Minimum stay in weeks | 1 |
| Extra nights bookable: | Yes |
| Price per extra night | 68 / 85 / 94 US$ |
| Accommodation Placement Fee charged by the school | 320 US$ |
Supplements
| Homestay Administration fee | 42 US$ per week |
School residence Lime Street
Dormitory Administrative Fee is $3 per night. Security Deposit is $300. Application /Room Set up Fee is $105. Lime Dormitory Cancellation Fee is $100 (non-refundable housing cost). Prices, deposits, checkout cleaning fees and other charges vary depending on unit. Optional Air Conditioning Fee is $55/week and Room Transfer Fee is $80
| Price includes: | air conditioning, access to free WIFI in the building, weekly cleaning, access to the laundry room, bedding, private bathroom, shared bathroom |
| Accommodation from - to | Prices based on accommodation from Sunday prior to the course to Saturday after the course |
| Minimum age | 18 |
| Maximum age | 100 |
| Minimum stay in weeks | 1 |
| Extra nights bookable: | Yes |
| Price per extra night | 75 US$ |
| Accommodation Placement Fee charged by the school | 320 US$ |
Supplements
| Dormitory Administrative Fee | 21 US$ per week |
| Security Deposit | 300 US$ one-off |
| Room Set up Fee | 105 US$ one-off |
School residence Seaview
Dormitory Administrative Fee is $3 per night. Security Deposit is $300. Application /Room Set up Fee is $105. Seaview Dormitory Cancellation Fee is $100 (non-refundable housing cost). Prices, deposits, checkout cleaning fees and other charges vary depending on unit. Room Transfer Fee is $80
| Price includes: | air conditioning, access to free WIFI in the building, weekly cleaning, access to the laundry room, bedding, TV, shared bathroom |
| Accommodation from - to | Prices based on accommodation from Sunday prior to the course to Saturday after the course |
| Minimum age | 18 |
| Maximum age | 100 |
| Minimum stay in weeks | 1 |
| Price per extra night | 60-75 US$ |
| Accommodation Placement Fee charged by the school | 320 US$ |
Supplements
| Dormitory Administrative Fee | 21 US$ per week |
| Security Deposit | 300 US$ one-off |
| Room Set up Fee | 105 US$ one-off |
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GENERAL TERMS AND CONDITIONS APPLICABLE TO THE BOOKING.
Description of the booking process, deposit payment, balance payment
1. Making a booking.
1.1 The booking will be made via langart.net through an online booking system.
2. Deposit payment
2.1 A deposit, in the amount specified in the booking process, to secure a place on the course, will be charged to the student at the time of booking.
3. Balance payment
3.1 The balance will be paid by the student to the school directly.
3.2 For the payment of the balance, the school will issue an invoice to the student, with the deposit deducted, and forward it to the student along with confirmation of enrolment and other documents relating to the booking. The invoice will include the methods of payment accepted by the school, as well as the deadline for payment.
For latest booking terms, to include changing the booking, cancellations, withdrawal from the course, and others, visit:
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