2015
PHILINTER
EDUCATION CENTER
SINCE 2003
PHILOSO INTERACT
INNOV AT R ESPO NU R EXC TE AM W O
HY EART ON E ARNING ON S IB I L ITY URE L L ENCE K
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ABOUT PHILINTER More than a decade of
YEARS
QUALITY EDUCATION
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Our school is recognized by the Technical Education and Skills Development Authority (TESDA), the Bureau of Immigration, and the Securities and Exchange Commission. Furthermore, we are an official member of ALTO, an official INTESOL Branch in the Philippines authorized by INTESOL from UK and we are accredited by IDP Australia. We have been operating legally since our establishment in 2003.
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MESSAGE OF THE CHAIRMAN
Mr. Choi In PRESIDENT
The ESL Total Immersion Courses
Philinter Education Center, a private institution strives to uphold the ethics of excellence in instruction, research, career guidance and skills development in English and advanced professional studies for Foreign students for the development vital for globalization.
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Leisure and Fun
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Rules and Regulations
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OUR HISTORY PHILINTER HISTORY TIMELINE
2015 2014
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MESSAGE OF THE VICE-PRESIDENT
JANUARY First in the Philippines! Official member of ALTO (Association of Language Travel Organisations) JUNE 10th Anniversary Celebration OCTOBER Re-acknowledged as a TESDA partner in technical education and skills development by the TESDA Regional Office Manila DECEMBER Reaccreditation of TESDA for skills development by TESDA Regional Office Manila.
OVERVIEW
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MAY Invited by the Department of Tourism to join the Japanese Education Expo 2014 OCTOBER Chosen by the Department of Tourism to be the one of the top 5 schools for the Shanghai Education Exposition 2014. NOVEMBER Philinter Education Center and Thai-Nichi Institute of Technology which is a University in Thailand have signed the MOU (Memorandum of Understanding) to further strengthen the relationship of both schools in immersing students in the English language to compete in the global stage.
FEBRUARY Authorized as an IELTS Registration Centre for IDP Australia IELTS. MAY First in the Philippines to create a Quota System of Nationalities (30%, 40% Japanese, and 30% others). JUNE Authorized and Recognized as a Resource Centre for IDP Australia IELTS OCTOBER Launching of the Representative office in Beijing, China. MARCH Accredited by the DOT (Department of Tourism); NHK TV Network in Japan and ABS-CBN in Cebu visited the campus, did a special TV coverage about Philinter and interviewed our students. APRIL Joint Speech Enhancement Course with Indiana Aerospace University, a tertiary educational instution in Mactan, Cebu. JUNE Internship program with OPINIONOLOGY which is the best Global Market Research Company. OCTOBER Recognized and accredited by TESDA (Technical Education and Skills Development Authority), a government agency which grants programs and sets standards to provide quality education and skills development
MARCH Completion of new building and the official transfer from Marina Mall to the much bigger campus located in Ceniza Street, Pusok, Lapu-Lapu City. OCTOBER Recognized and authorized by the Bureau of Immigration to file SSP (Special Student Permit) for foreigners who wish to engage in short-term study in the Philippines. DECEMBER Launching of the temporary branch office in Ho Chi Minh, Vietnam
Mr. Choi In, the School President, served as the Chairman of CALA for two consecutive years (2008~2009)
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NOVEMBER Philinter was featured in the Mainichi Newspaper in Japan. DECEMBER Commenced the hiring of Japanese staff due to a rapid increase in the number of Japanese students.
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DECEMBER Philinter became a member and an affiliate of CALA (Cebu Association of Language Academy)
2003
JUNE The Establishment of Philinter Center for English Language, a Language school offering English courses to Non-English speakers, located on the 2nd Floor of Mactan Marina Mall, Lapu-Lapu City.
Mr. James Park VICE-PRESIDENT
As one of the most popular schools in Cebu, we can offer you a multi-cultural learning environment to help you improve your English ability in a way that is both fun and efficient. Develop your English skills so that travelling can be more enjoyable, to earn that promotion you deserve, to start your professional career with an international company or immigrate to the country of your dreams, then Philinter has the course for you. Passion, enhancement and future are with us. Come and join us at Philinter. A truly life changing experience is waiting for you.
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8 REASONS WHY
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WHERE OUR STUDENTS FROM
RUSSIA
30% MONGOLIA KOREA
JAPAN
CHINA
ABOUT PHILILINTER
TAIWAN
40%
THAILAND VIETNAM
30%
Philinter Main Campus
We are here
The school offers English instruction to students from non-English speaking countries such as Korea, Japan, Vietnam, Taiwan, China, Mongolia and Thailand. The students vary in age from young • learners (ages from 7 - 17), university students, business men and women, and retired adults. •
Students are offered up to a maximum of 9-10 classes per day with 4 or 5 one-on-one classes and 2 or 4 group classes each day depending on the particular course chosen. A student may enroll in our General ESL, Intensive Power Speaking, Junior ESL course, and our specialized courses like TOEIC, IELTS, Business English or TESOL course.
CULTURAL DIVERSITY Every student from different countries share their various, exciting cultural experiences to enrich their English language learning.
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The Course for You and Me GENERAL ESL
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The General ESL course is characterized by customized classes for subject enhancement and skill acquisition in Speaking, Listening, Writing, Grammar, Pronunciation, Reading, and Vocabulary. Its objective is to improve English skills based on the English Proficiency Roadmap Modules aligned with the CEFR. The subjects are tailored for clients who may have time constraints in studying this course and specific skill plans both for regular and industry related clients.
KEY INFORMATION Course Period Duration - 4 - 24 Weeks Start Dates - Every Monday
Structure
Entry Requirements
1:1 Classes (4 Times) Small Group Classes (2 Times) Big Group Classes (2 Times)
18 years old and above No Entry Level Requirement Enrollment: At least 4 weeks
CLASSES
ONE-on-ONE Reading and Vocabulary Grammar and Writing Listening and Speaking
SMALL GROUP Grammar Skills Pronunciation Skills Multimedia Skills Native Conversation Skills
(4 TIMES A DAY) 4 Core Subjects (2 TIMES A DAY) 2 Regular Subjects
BIG GROUP Premium English Fundamental Vocabulary Supplemental Vocabulary General Science Conceptual Integrated Science Basic Listening/Speaking Advanced Listening/Speaking Comic World Visual Conversation (2 TIMES A DAY) 2 *Elective Subjects
FEATURES
A certificate and Transcript of Records (TOR) will be awarded by the Philinter Education Center to students with more than 90% attendance.
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80 one-on-one Class for 4 weeks. Flexible class schedule based on students level and needs. Systematic classes according to lesson plans. Interactive Group classes for improving. practical English skills. Students progress is monitored daily and shown in the Transcript of Records to be given at the end of the study period.
Quicker Fluency INTENSIVE POWER SPEAKING (IPS) Intensive Power Speaking is a very rich program as it boosts student’s English Fluency through CLT (Communicative Language Teaching). This teaching method provides collaborative for spoken output. Students can speak more through activities and tasks given in their one-on-one and group classes. This course is recommended for all levels.
KEY INFORMATION
Professionals that need communicating through spoken English as an interlocutor Learners who would like to improve oral fluency using different speaking strategies. Speakers who are serious about pronunciation and accent.
Course Period Duration - 4 - 24 Weeks Start Dates - Every Monday
Structure
Entry Requirements
9 times per day Trained IPS Teachers 1:1 (5 Times) Trained IPS Teachers Small Group (2 Times) Special Lecture Big Group (2 Times)
18 years old and above No Entry Level Requirement Enrollment: At least 4 weeks
ESL COURES
WHO NEEDS IPS?
CLASSES
ONE-on-ONE Read & Talk (Vocabulary) Speak Right (Grammar) Listen & Chat (Listening) Spoken English Express Yourself
SMALL GROUP Pronunciation Power (Basic Accent Training) Survival English Multi-media Research and Reporting Power Talk/Speak Up
(5 TIMES A DAY) 5 Core Subjects (2 TIMES A DAY) 2 Regular Subjects
BIG GROUP Premium English Fundamental Vocabulary Supplemental Vocabulary General Science Conceptual Integrated Science Basic Listening/Speaking Advanced Listening/Speaking Comic World Visual Conversation (2 TIMES A DAY) 2 *Elective Subjects
FEATURES Intensive Communicative 1:1 classes for each subject skill. Specific prononciation classes for different nationalities. Object Oriented multimedia group classes (video clips, pictures and audio) Active practical content research and report for speech developement Functional and modern Lingua Phone Laboratory as technological aid for learning.
A certificate and Transcript of Records (TOR) will be awarded by the Philinter Education Center to students with more than 90% attendance.
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Learning English Early JUNIOR ESL Our Junior ESL course is characterized by customized classes based on the level test results of Speaking, Listening, Writing, Grammar, Pronunciation, Reading and Vocabulary. And the objective of this coures is to improve students English level as well as English ability and skills based on their study period by providing customized classes for each student levell Junior ESL course will experience 4 one-on-one classes as well as 3 group classes per day and be placed in classes according to their English level. This course offers a fixed number of enrollment (Maximum of 15) with a quota system capacity of 10% for Junior students.
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KEY INFORMATION Course Period Duration - 4 - 8 Weeks Start Dates - A specific entry date (limited to a capacity of 10% only)
Structure
Entry Requirements
7 Times per day 1:1 Classes ( 4 times) Small Group Classes (3Times)
7 - 17 years old Above level 301 Enrollment: At least 4 weeks
CLASSES
ONE-on-ONE Reading and Vocabulary Grammar and Writing Listening and Speaking Practical Speaking (4 TIMES A DAY) 4 Core Subjects
SMALL GROUP Vocabulary & Discussion Listening & Dictation Pronunciation
SELF-STUDY & ACADEMIC COUNSELING
(3 TIMES A DAY) 3 Regular Subjects
FEATURES
A certificate and Transcript of Records (TOR) will be awarded by the Philinter Education Center to students with more than 90% attendance.
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Well-trained and dedicated Junior Teachers. Experienced Junior Teachers in handling children. Exposure with other international students that enhances social skill. Students progress is monitored daily and shown in the Transcript of Records to be given at the end of the study period.
Opening Doors, Creating Opportunities IELTS Upon successful completion of the course, students planning to study abroad, work overseas or immigrate will be able to: Improve their Listening, Speaking, Academic Writing and Reading Skills Develop test-taking strategies especifically the IELTS test Improve their over-all IELTS band score. CONDITION (for IELTS-Full Time Guaranteed)
WHY STUDY IELTS IN PHILINTER?
Systematic Approach and Monitoring. Students learn not only the techniques but also the proper, effective and efficient way to use them in different situations in the IELTS exam. UNLIMITED IELTS resources. We guarantee to provide students the latest IELTS book available in the market to keep them updated with the latest trend in the IELTS world. Personalized IELTS Class (PIC) These Personalized IELTS classes are given exclusively to IELTS Full time students, after careful analysis of their specific individual academic needs, to have a balance approach in their preparation for the actual IELTS exam.
A certificate and Transcript of Records (TOR) will be awarded by the Philinter Education Center to students who are enrolled in the IELTS Foundation and Full-Time Course.
Elite Buddy TEACHER. These Elite Buddy Teachers are specialized IELTS teachers with specific skill expertise.
IELTS Full-time
UNLIMITED Speaking and Writing Assessment. Students speaking and writing outputs are checked and assess regularly be their 1on1 teachers.
Duration - 12 Weeks Start Dates
IELTS Score Assurance Framework (ISAF) This framework monitors and evaluates student’s performance then provides the necessary actions to ensure their success from their first day until they finish the course.
- Official Entry: Arrival at least 10 weeks before the actual IELTS test. - From IELTS Foundation: Immediately after obtaining least required initial level
Course Period
KEY INFORMATION
Tuition Fee - No additional fees in extension for level guarantee acquisition
IELTS Foundation
Course Period
Benefits
Duration - 4 - 8 Weeks Start Dates - Every Monday of the month.
Mock Test - Weekdays and Weekends Official Test - Free Test
Benefits
Initial Grade Requirement
Mock Test - Weekdays
for 5.5
Initial Grade Requirement
Entry Requirements
SPECIALIZED COURSES
A student should have a 96% over-all attendance rating including Saturday mock test. Tardiness reccurrence should not exceed required number of minutes in the IELTS Full - Time Course. Compulsory Self-Study, No Exit and Stay-Out if students have any violations. A Student should not have any school violations. Please refer to Rules and Violations Section. The Student must maintain an average that does not fall below their most recent IELTS scores during the course in reference to the Saturday Mock Test.
Controlled number of students. Individual student needs and concerns are addressed immediately.
Entry Requirements
Philinter Level 201 AND IELTS: 2.5/ TOEIC: 220-300
for 6.0
for 6.5
Philinter Level Philinter Level Philinter Level 201+ or above 301+ or above 401 or above AND IELTS: 3.5/ AND IELTS: 5.0/ AND IELTS: 6.0/ TOEIC: 540 TOEIC: 750 TOEIC: 850
CLASSES
IELTS Foundation ONE-ON-ONE IELTS 4 Times a Day IELTS Listening IELTS Reading IELTS Writing IELTS Speaking
IELTS Full-time SMALL GROUP ESL 2 Times a Day Grammar & Writing Reading & Vocabulary IELTS MOCK TEST
Once in Weekdays
BIG GROUP ESL 2 Times a Day Up to 201 Classes
ONE-ON-ONE IELTS 4 Times a Day IELTS Writing Task 1 IELTS Writing Task 2 IELTS Speaking
IELTS Personalized Class - IELTS Vocabulary - IELTS Grammar - IELTS Common Mistakes - IELTS Speaking 2
SMALL GROUP IELTS 4 Times a Day
BIG GROUP ESL 2 Times a Day
IELTS Listening IELTS Reading 1 IELTS Reading 2 IELTS Special Review
301+ and above classes
IELTS MOCK TEST
Once in Weekdays Every Saturday
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Be Trained. Be Equipped. Be Competent. TOEIC Listening, Speaking, Reading and Writing Upon successful completion of the course, students planning to study abroad, work overseas or immigrate will be able to: Improve their Listening, Speaking, Academic Writing and Reading Skills. Develop test-taking strategies especifically the TOEIC test Improve their TOEIC test scores
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WHY STUDY TOEIC IN PHILINTER?
CONDITION (for TOEIC - Full Time Guaranteed)
Systematic and Effective Teaching Management. Develop test taking strategies and analytical skills with the help of specialized and well-trained TOEIC Teachers. Largest Team of Specialist. More Teachers are in TOEIC Department Controlled Student Population This is done so that the needs and concerns of the students will be addressed right away. Elite Buddy Teacher There are specialized and expert TOEIC Teachers that can assist the individual student needs. Dedicated personal instructor for guaranteed TOEIC target score. Unlimited Practice Tests and Assessment Students do many mock tests which are checked, discussed, and assessed regularly. A guaranteed score of 600-800 and above on completion of the course.
A student enrolled on the 12 week TOEIC course will be rewarded a free official TOEIC test to be taken during his study period; Provided that , he must achieve 96% attendance including Saturday morning Mock Test. Compulsory Self-Study, No Exit and Stay-Out if students have any violations. A student shoould not have any school violations. Please refer to Rules and Violations Section. A Student score must not drop below previous TOEIC tests during the TOEIC Full-Time course.
An additional certificate and Transcript of Records (TOR) will be awarded by the Philinter Education Center to students who are enrolled in the TOEIC Foundation and Full-Time Course.
TOEIC Full-time Duration - 12 Weeks
TOEIC Score Assurance Framework (TSAF) This monitors, assesses student’s performance and provides the neccesary actions to ensure their progress from day one until the end of their course.
Course Period
KEY INFORMATION
TOEIC Foundation Course Period
Benefits
Entry Requirements
Start Dates - Official Entry: Enrollment at least 10 weeks - From TOEIC Foundation :Immediately after obtaining least required initial level Tuition Fee - No additional fees in extension for level guarantee acquisition
Duration - 4 - 8 Weeks Start Dates - Every Monday of the month.
Benefits
Focus Mock Test - Weekdays
Mock Tests - Weekdays (Focus) and Weekends (Full) Official Test - Free Test Initial Grade Requirement for 600 UP for 700 UP
No Level Requirement
Entry Requirements
IELTS 3.0 / TOEIC 400 / Philinter Lvl 201
for 800 UP
IELTS 4.0 / TOEIC 550 / Philinter Lvl 301
IELTS 5.0 / TOEIC 750 / Philinter Lvl 301+
CLASSES
TOEIC Foundation ONE-ON-ONE TOEIC 4 Times a Day
Basic TOEIC Vocabulary Basic TOEIC Grammar and Writing Basic TOEIC Listening Basic TOEIC Reading
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TOEIC Full-time SMALL GROUP ESL 2 Times a Day
Speaking/Discussion Listening TOEIC MOCK TEST
Once in Weekdays
BIG GROUP ESL 2 Times a Day
Up to 201 Classes
ONE-ON-ONE
SMALL GROUP
BIG GROUP
TOEIC Listening 1 TOEIC Listening 2 TOEIC Reading 1 TOEIC Reading 2
TOIEC Special Review TOEIC Integrated
301+ and above classes
TOEIC 4 Times a Day
TOEIC 2 Times a Day
TOEIC MOCK TEST
Once in Weekdays Every Saturday
ESL 2 Times a Day
Career Leaders in a Competitive World BUSINESS ENGLISH Upon successful completion of the course, the student can: Confidently use the English language in written and spoken communication at their workplace and business. Efficiently perform skills in English as is expected from professionals. Properly engage with English-speaking people from all cultures in their respective professions. KEY INFORMATION
BASIC Business
Duration
ADVANCED Business
- 4 Weeks
Course Period
Initial Grade Requirement Entry Requirements
- IELTS 3.0 - TOEIC 250 - Philinter Level 201
Initial Grade Requirement - IELTS 5.0 - TOEIC 600 - Philinter Level 301+
Entry Requirements
Course Period
Duration - 2 Weeks Start Dates - Any time of the month
Entry Requirements
Initial Grade Requirement - IELTS 3.5 - TOEIC 400 - Philinter Level 201+
CLASSES
BASIC Business
ONE-ON-ONE 4 Times a Day
SMALL GROUP 3 Times a Day
BIG GROUP
ADVANCED Business
Speaking: English for Socializing Reading: Workplace Vocabulary Listening/Grammar: One-on-One Pronunciation: Basic Speech Class Listening: BBC/ CNN/ Documentary Speaking/Listening: Business Talk Reading/Writing: Research and Reporting Premium English
1 Time a Day
FOCUS Industry
Writing: Writing Correspondence Reading: Business Vocabulary
ONE-ON-ONE 4 Times a Day
SMALL GROUP 3 Times a Day
BIG GROUP
*2 ELECTIVE CLASSES (Check Elective Choices)
ONE-ON-ONE 4 Times a Day
Listening: BBC/ CNN/ Documentary Speaking/Listening: Business Talk Writing/Speaking: English Presentation Premium English
The RIGHT Class Mix One-to-one and small group classes that develop and apply the skills required in the business world. TASK-BASED Lessons Completion of projects that ensure proficiency in the skills learned. Lessons are very practical. SPECIALISED Vocabulary for INDUSTRY Includes Vocabulary classes that can be chosen to match fields of specialisation (e.g. Marketing, Accounting, Medical, etc.) PERSONALISED to suit PERSONAL NEEDS Elective one-to-one classes to allow greater flexibility of students to customize course according to specific needs. INTERNATIONAL Level Standards Learning goals and levels are based on the world-renown CEFR level system by Cambridge University and the Council of Europe.
Grammar: (Flexible according to consultation) Speaking/Listening: Business Talk Pronunciation: (Flexible according to consultation) Premium English
FOCUS VOCABULARY OPTIONS WORKPLACE
BUSINESS
INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY
MEDICAL
MARKETING HOSPITALITY ACCOUNTING & FINANCE
AND MANY OTHERS
*For intermediate students (and higher) who want to study English for the workplace, but do not have time to stay for the longer courses. It focuses on vocabulary directly related to their industry specialisation, developing basic skills for work.
*1ON1 ELECTIVE CLASS CHOICES *RESUME AND INTERVIEW (2-4 WEEKS) *NUMBERS AND GRAPHS (2 WEEKS) *MEETINGS AND NEGOTIATIONS (2-4 WEEKS)
A Business English certificate will be awarded upon successful completion of the course. Certificate includes Final Level, list of skills, Transcript of Records (TOR) and grade scores.
*1 ELECTIVE CLASS (Check Elective Choices)
1 Time a day
*For upper-intermediate and advanced students who want to study English for the workplace. It develops the successful application of workplace skills.
FEATURES
3 Times a Day
BIG GROUP
1 Time a Day
*For pre-intermediate students who want to study English for the workplace. It builds the foundation for workplace communication.
SMALL GROUP
Focus Study 1: Industry Vocabulary Focus Study 2: Industry Vocabulary Writing: Writing and Correspondence
SPECIALIZED COURSES
Course Period
Start Dates - Every 1st Monday of the month.
FOCUS Industry Duration - 4 Weeks Start Dates - Every 1st Monday of the month.
*TELECOMMUNICATIONS (2-4 WEEKS) ADVANCED SPEECH CLASS (4 WEEKS)
RECOMMENDED FOR TASK COMPLETION PROJECT *These have tasks that need to be performed at the end of the course. Judges will evaluate and give performance grade scores.
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State of the Art Philinter is recommended as one of the best ideal schools for foriegn students by the Department of Tourism due to its modern facilities and conducive learning environment
School
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ONE-ON-ONE
GROUP CLASS
ACADEMIC DEVELOPMENT
FACILITY SERVICES
Small Group Class 24 rooms
Presentation Room
Student Service Dept.
Study Hall and Library
Consultation Department
*Resource Support Room
*Information Lobby
Faculty Room
School Clinic
Academic Lounge
*The information lobby provides current information ranging from course updates, scholastic events, test schedules, class changes, substitutions, and more.
Ground Floor 80 rooms Upper Floor 60 rooms
Big Group Class 4 rooms
*The resource support room serve a dual purpose. For students, it serves as an area where they can access multi-media materials. For academic purpose, it serves as a research and development area.
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Leisure and Fun Accommodation DORMITORY
Lobby & Stairway Area
OTHER SERVICES
SCHOOL & FACILITIES
Dormitory Room
SCHOOL GROUNDS & FACILITIES
Swimming Pool Area
Snack Bar & Dining Area
Room Clean-up, Laundry and 24 Hours Security Services
Activities
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RULES & REGULATIONS Conditions of Enrollment
Course Extension Policy and Procedure • Students who require an extension must consult with the Academic Manager at least 4 weeks before their last day of school. Tuition fees for the extension should be paid 2 weeks before the first day of the new classes.
Refund Policy • Any student who wishes to obtain a refund should fill out the Refund Request Form from the Manager. • After full payment and the student decides to change a course, it must be decided within a week. Othewise it will no longer be refundable. • The refund will be given back to the student within 30 days after applying for the refund request form. • Below shows the information of different refund system before the student’s course starts:
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3 weeks before departure: 100% except registration fee 2 weeks before departure: Registration fee, 1-week tuition and accommodation fee is deducted. 1 week before departure: Registration fee, 2-week tuition and accommodation fee is deducted. Enrollment of less than 4 weeks: Registration fee and 30% of total payment is deducted.
• Below shows the information of different refund systems after student’s course starts:
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If the student decides to cancel or reduce a study period within a week, 70% of the tuition and accommodation fee of the remaining period is refundable (1 week tuition and accommodation fee is non-refundable). - If the student decides to change a course, it must be decided within a week. Otherwise it is no longer refundable. - For a remaining period of 4 weeks and above, only 50% of the accommodation is refundable a week after the student’s course starts. No refund if the remaining period is less than 4 weeks. In case of death in the immediate family such as parents, siblings, spouse or child, 60% can be claimed as refund on the remaining term. However a death certificate or any medical document must be presented as a proof. There is no refund if the student is delayed in arriving at school and if the student doesn’t show up on the designated date of arrival. Students are expelled without refund for violation of school rules and regulations. There are no classes and no refund for holidays in the Philippines.
Rules & Regulations • Students are stricly prohibited from bringing alcohol and hazardous items like explosives, • flammable gasses and/or liquids, firearms, knives, weapons of any sort (An inspection of your personal belongings at the main gate will be done). Theft, vandalism, acts of violence and assault are forbidden. • Unauthorized entry into the school building after regular class hours is forbidden (the school building is closed at 6:00 pm). • Students must comply with the Dress Code policy and ID cards must be worn at all times inside the school buildling. - Dress Code: wear appropriate clothing in class (no hot pants, mini-skirts, tank tops and so on). • Personal hygiene is important. Be conscious of sweat and halitosis (bad breath). • Students shall not be allowed use their cell phones during class. It must be turned off or put into silent mode during a regular class. • Students shall use the title ‘Teacher’ before the name of their teacher and act with proper classroom etiquette as well as follow the instructions of the teachers in class. • Respect for other cultures is important so avoid sensitive topics that may create an uncomfortable atmosphere (e.g. religion, politics, wars and so on). • Do not dominate the class, give other students time to talk and refrain from giving insulting remarks on others’ opinions. • Guests are not allowed to enter the campus (Permission is needed from the Manager if the student has any visitor). • If you lose your room key please notify the office (penalty: 1,000 pesos). • Bringing out dishes or spoons from dining area is strictly prohibited (penalty: 500 pesos)
• Students should come to the office to change classes and/or teachers, fill-in the Class Change Form with his buddy teacher and submit it to a member of the academic department in-charge of the scheduling. Once done, students should reconfirm the changes. • If students are absent in any class more than twice a week without permission, that class will be deleted and that student cannot take that class for 4 weeks. • Students must always be punctual. If students come to class 10 minutes after the time, the 1on1 class is automatically cancelled, and the student is marked absent. For group classes the late student cannot enter the class. • There is a designated smoking area in the school campus, students are strictly prohibited from smoking inside the school or dormitory room. • Students are not allowed to move furnishings or interfere with electrical network or any other installations in the room. • Students shall stay in their assigned rooms. They shall not change nor move to another room without permission. • Students shall buy daily necessities such as tissue, soap, toothbrush, etc. • Students are prohibited from entering the rooms of the opposite sex. • The room does not have an individual safety deposit box. Students must safeguard their personal belongings. • Students shall not make excessive noise between 10:00 pm to 7:00 am especially near the dormitory, smoking & swimming pool areas. • Students are not allowed to have food delivery service to create an academic atmosphere and to keep the environment always clean. • The dormitory check-out time is 1:00 pm on the last day of the study period. • Students shall not be allowed to go out during regular class hours (8:00 am to 5:00 pm). But if the student needs to go out for personal reasons (such as go to the bank or post office), the student can go out provided that a Gate Pass must be filled-in and signed by an office manager. When the student goes out, the student should also fill in the logbook (Entry & Exit Record) at the main gate. • Before leaving, deposit your ID and key to gate guard. The student must not record the names of other students in the logbook (Those caught doing this will be given a warning or will be expelled). • Students shall keep the Curfew Regulation (curfew time: Sunday - Friday 10:00 pm, Saturday and the Eve of public holidays 12:00am). • Students are allowed to stay out from Friday to Sunday and a night before a holiday because there are no classes the next day but students should submit a Travel Stay-Out Form and Safety Precaution • Agreement up to 5:00 pm in the office. Students must fill out both forms at the same time. If students come back to school between curfew time (10:00 pm - 6:00 am or 12:00 am - 6:00 am), students violate the curfew regulation. • Generally, students are not permitted to stay out on weekdays. However, if family comes to visit, students can get a special document after consulting with the Manager. • Students shall follow swimming pool regulation: - Time of usage: 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm (Monday - Friday), 1:00 pm - 9:00 pm (Saturday), 8:00 am - 9:00 pm (Sunday / Holidays) - Students should take a shower, wear a swimsuit and a cap before using the pool. - Students are not allowed to dive or do any dangerous stunts.
RULES & REGULATIONS
• The registration fee will not be refunded after confirmation of enrollment. • Students shall book air ticket and study insurance through their agents after enrollment. • Fees (Tuition and Accommodation) have to be paid 3 weeks before the start of the course. A Letter of Acceptance (LOA) will be issued after payment. • Fees of a course less than 4 weeks will be applied to the new percentage system under the following: - 1 week: 40% of tuition and accommodation fee for 4 weeks - 2 weeks: 65% of tuition and accommodation fee for 4 weeks - 3 weeks: 85% of tuition and accommodation fee for 4 weeks • Students must leave the school on the agreed date. The course shall commence and end on the dates indicated in the signed school application form. • Dual course enrollment (e.g. General ESL 8 weeks + IELTS 8 weeks) or changing of room type (e.g. Triple room -> Double room) can be applied when students arrive at the school, and prior consultation must be done with the Manager. Students applying for IELTS, TOEIC, Business and TESOL must satisfy the entry level requirements of those course. •Junior students applying for Junior ESL course need to study with his/her parent or guardian. We are not allowed to delegate his/her parent or guardians’ classes to the Junior student. •Students whose class attendance is below 90% cannot get his/her certificate upon completion of the course. •Students must inform the school on specific matters or health conditions (e.g. allergy, sickness / disease, physical disabilities). • Students must agree and comply with the school’s terms and conditions, policies, rules and regulations before enrollment.
Expulsion Those caught committing the following offenses will be expelled without refund: • • • • • • • • • • • •
Serious insubordination or willful disobedience towards any school representative Going to Casinos or Gambling Stealing Going out without permission after curfew time Spreading rumors and derogatory remarks in the Internet Defamation of Philinter Entering the dormitory rooms of the opposite Gender Failure to report to authorized personnel after damaging school property (Fine equivalent to the property’s cost / repair expenses will be charged to the student as a penalty) Having a romantic relationship with a teacher (The teacher will also be expelled) Using narcotic drugs and psychotropic substances, drinking alcohol in the school Engaging in prostitution And other analogous causes based on the school rules & regulations
Warning Students caught committing the following offenses three times will be expelled: • Curfew violation • Bringing of guests inside the school and dormitory without permission • Unauthorized possession and/or use of school keys to open restricted areas • Attempting to bring alcohol in the school • Smoking inside the room or any other place except the designated smoking area • Making excessive noise after 10:00 pm. (Be respectful of fellow students.) • And other analogous causes based on the school rules & regulations
Exemptions and Rights • Philinter cannot be held responsible in cases of natural disasters, war, unexpected events, airline delays or cancellations and so on. • Philinter shall not be held responsible regarding accidents happening outside the school premise due to circumstances beyond Philinter’s reasonable control such as any loss of life, accidents, diseases, loss or damage of property and so on. • Students can only be compensated by claiming from their insurance company and its policy. • Classes are held from Monday to Friday, 5 Days a week. • Philinter has the right to change the courses and its commencement dates; tuition fees as a result of changes in exchange rates, changes in government laws, or other reasons beyond our control. • Students who show no interest in studying through non-attendance and curfew violation, will be cautioned and finally expelled if there is no change in behavior. • Any severe damage done to the reputation of the school will result to immediate expulsion. • Compensation cannot be claimed by the student. • Philinter has the right to inform the student’s home and agent before and after expulsion of the student. For more information, please check our website at www.philinter.com (Terms and Conditions). You should understand and consent to the school rules and refund regulations.
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