CEBU BLUE OCEAN ACADEMY

SOME INFORMATION ABOUT CEBU BLUE OCEAN ACADEMY

School Name: Cebu Blue Ocean Academy

Address: EGI Resort, Looc, Maribago, Lapu-Lapu City 6015, Cebu, Philippines
Established Year: 2015
Scale: 150 students
Dormitory Types: Single room, double room, triple room

Cebu Blue Ocean Academy is a branch of the prestigious Pines Academy, located in the city of Baguio. The school maintains a high standard of training in accordance with Pines Academy’s rigorous guidelines. Teachers are carefully selected and undergo thorough training before leading classes.

Cebu Blue Ocean Academy is situated within the EGI Resort area, in Lapu-Lapu City, Cebu Province. Being within a resort compound and near the beach provides many opportunities for students to interact with international tourists. This environment is ideal for practicing English listening and speaking skills after classroom hours.

Quality Education: Cebu Blue Ocean adheres to the high standards set by Pines Academy, ensuring a quality education for students.
Experienced Faculty: Teachers are meticulously selected and undergo proper training, guaranteeing a high level of expertise.
Scenic Location: Situated within the EGI Resort area and close to the beach, providing a picturesque and conducive environment for language learning.
International Exposure: The proximity to international tourists offers students the chance to interact and converse in English beyond the classroom.
Diverse Accommodation: The academy offers various accommodation options, including single, double, and triple rooms.
Established Reputation: As a branch of Pines Academy, Cebu Blue Ocean benefits from the established reputation and success of the parent institution.

WHY CHOOSE CEBU BLUE OCEAN ACADEMY?

State-of-the-Art Facilities: The dormitory, situated within EGI Resort, offers rooms with either a sea or city view. Students can enjoy resort amenities such as swimming pools, a bar, spa services, and restaurants. The 24/7 security team and surveillance cameras ensure absolute safety.
Integrated Learning and Leisure: After class hours, students can participate in recreational activities right on campus. With its prime location, students can engage in activities like scuba diving, surfing, swimming, or simply strolling along the beach at sunset. EGI Hotel is ready to serve students anytime with services like spa treatments, massages, yoga, etc. For those who enjoy meeting and chatting with international friends, gathering at the hotel bar or the school’s cafeteria is an option.

COURSES OFFERED BY THE SCHOOL

ESL Communication Courses

Light ESL Course: Designed for students who want to experience life in the Philippines. Study time is only 5 lessons per day.
- 1:1 Class (3 lessons): Sentence patterns, speaking, reading.
- Group Class (2 lessons): Listening, discussion.
General ESL Course: Suitable for students at all proficiency levels. This course includes 7 lessons per day.
- 1:1 Class (5 lessons): Sentence patterns, listening, speaking, reading, vocabulary.
- Group Class (2 lessons): Writing, discussion.
Intensive ESL Course: Provides 7 one-on-one lessons per day covering sentence patterns, listening, speaking, reading, vocabulary, writing, and discussion.
Premium ESL Course: Offers up to 9 one-on-one lessons per day. Ideal for students looking to learn English rapidly. Participants in the Premium ESL Course can also choose relevant IELTS, TOEIC, and Business-related subjects during their one-on-one sessions.

IELTS Exam Preparation Courses

Pre–IELTS Course: For students new to IELTS, planning to take the official IELTS exam. Suitable duration is 4 weeks with 7 lessons per day:
- 1:1 Class (5 lessons): Pre-IELTS Writing Task 1, Pre-IELTS Writing Task 2, Pre-IELTS Reading Comprehension, Pre-IELTS Speaking, ESL-Speaking Class.
- 1:4 Class (2 lessons): Develop Listening skills.
IELTS Exam Preparation Course: For students with IELTS scores of 3.5 and above (official IELTS scores or through the school’s entrance test). This course also consists of 7 lessons per day:
- 1:1 Class (5 lessons): IELTS Reading Comprehension, IELTS Writing Task 1, IELTS Writing Task 2, IELTS Speaking, ESL – Discussion.
- 1:4 Class (2 lessons): IELTS Listening.

Business English Course

The Cebu Blue Ocean Business English course focuses on developing English skills in an international workplace. Students will learn in conjunction with some TOEIC subjects and conversation classes. The Business English course also includes 7 lessons per day:

1:1 Class (5 lessons): Business Pattern and Expression, TOEIC Reading, Business Usage, Business Writing, Business Discussion.
Group Class (2 lessons): TOEIC Listening.

COSTS BREAKDOWN

Room Types: O (Ocean view) – rooms with windows overlooking the sea, C (City view) – rooms with windows overlooking the city.

The provided fee table includes tuition, dormitory fees, three meals per day from Monday to Sunday, laundry service, room cleaning, etc. Local fees, airfare, personal expenses, and promotions are not included in the fee table.

Tuition fees are subject to change without prior notice.

SAMPLE SCHOOL TIMETABLE

The typical daily schedule of Cebu Blue Ocean Academy includes a maximum of 9 lessons per day, running from 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM (Monday to Friday). On weekends, students can engage in free activities or participate in proficiency tests scheduled by the school.