About ILSCA
Established in 1991
At ILSCA, we love different cultures and are passionate about teaching. Our mission is to help you learn a new language in a friendly and supportive environment. We believe that learning a language opens up At ILSCA, we love learning about different cultures and we really enjoy teaching languages. Our goal is to help you learn a new language in a place where you feel comfortable and supported. We think that knowing another language gives you new chances and helps you talk to people from all over. Come join us at ILSCA, where our teachers will help you succeed, and start learning today! opportunities and helps people connect with others. Join us and start your language journey today!
A Brief History About Our Origins
The Founding and Growth of International Language School
Founded in 1991 by two passionate teachers, the International Language School (ILSCA) began with a focus on German language instruction. As the demand for language education grew, ILSCA expanded its offerings to include Spanish, English as a Second Language, and French. Over time, we broadened our curriculum to include Italian, Portuguese, American Sign Language, Chinese, and Japanese, catering to a diverse range of learners.
Our school has always been committed to serving the local community, and our efforts have been recognized in the Inland Valley Daily Bulletin multiple times over the past decade. From humble beginnings in 1991 with only a handful of students in our first summer program, we have grown significantly. In fact, during the past summer, we had more than 170 students enrolled—many of whom were returning students or referred by others.
At ILSCA, we take great pride in our growth and our ability to provide high-quality language education to learners of all ages.
Faculty and Class Structure
Our school is located at the picturesque Pitzer College in Claremont and has a team of many expert teachers for our Language classes.
Our teachers, are experts in their languages and have been with us for many years. Most of our teachers grew up in a foreign country and have advanced degrees in the languages they teach.
We offer group classes for students of all ages, from children as young as 18 months to adults. We also offer private one-on-one tutoring and highly successful live virtual classes via Zoom with our experienced instructors.
Importance of Learning a Foreign Language
Speaking more than one language has become increasingly important in recent years. Many people choose to learn a foreign language to further their education, improve their employment opportunities and communication skills, or make travel easier.
Lesson Plans and Learning Experience at ILSCA
People choose to learn a new language for many reasons, such as:
- To further their education: Learning a new language can open up more educational opportunities, such as studying abroad or working in a foreign country.
- To improve their employment opportunities: Many employers are looking for bilingual or multilingual employees, as globalization has made it more important than ever to be able to communicate with people from different cultures.
- To improve their communication skills: Learning a new language can help people to better understand and communicate with people from different cultures.
- To make travel easier: Traveling can be more enjoyable and rewarding when you can communicate with the locals.
We will support you on your language learning journey and respect your learning style and pace.
A Word From Our Director
Welcome to ILSCA (International Language School for Children and Adults)!
Hi, I’m Nuria Fotier, Director at ILSCA. From my own experience learning English, I genuinely want to help people of all ages discover the joy of connecting through new languages and cultures.
At ILSCA, our purpose is to make learning easy, fun, and truly helpful for everyone – kids and adults. We want you to feel confident not just learning words, but using them to connect with others. We offer many languages, including Spanish, German, Italian, French, Portuguese, Chinese, Japanese, American Sign Language, and English. And most importantly, our teachers are deeply dedicated to helping each and every student succeed in their language learning journey.
For Kids: Learning with Joy!
Learning a new language young can bring so much good:
- Happy Brains: Helps their minds grow stronger and sharper.
- Helps at School: Often makes other subjects easier too.
- Closer to Family: Lets them talk with loved ones in their language.
- Curious About the World: Opens their hearts to different cultures.
- Feeling Good: Makes them proud and sure of themselves.
- Good Friends: Helps them understand and talk to others.
- Fun Learning: We play and sing together.
- Understanding English: Can even make English clearer.
- Stronger Memory: Helps them remember things better.
We also teach American Sign Language with real respect. Knowing how language connects us, I truly want every child to feel confident sharing their voice, and our teachers are committed to making that happen.
For Adults: Languages for Connection!
ILSCA offers real language skills to help you in life:
- Connecting at Work: Languages like Spanish and German can help you with your job.
- Traveling with Ease: Know French or Italian for richer trips.
- Personal Growth: Try Portuguese or Japanese for yourself.
- Joining the Community: Learn American Sign Language to connect with more people.
- Finding Your Voice in English: Our ESL classes are here to help you feel comfortable.
We offer classes that fit your life. Our experienced and caring teachers put your success first, guiding you every step of the way. Learning a language can truly enrich your life. From my own journey, I want to help you find that connection, and our teachers share that same goal.
At ILSCA, we sincerely believe learning languages builds bridges between people. We want to create a warm place where everyone feels encouraged and can reach their language dreams. We believe understanding each other makes the world a better place. We’re here to help kids connect and adults communicate with confidence – something that means a lot to me, and our teachers are passionate about making that a reality for you.
Join our caring community, where our teachers are waiting to help you succeed! Let’s learn together!
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