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We, the Orange County Lingual Institute, believe in… the comprehensive approach Our classes are not only conversational; we teach speaking, reading, writing, listening, and grammar. We think it is important that you understand the language instead of just repeating phrases. You will learn how to conjugate the verbs, so that you can use the language […]

The Importance of Learning Languages

Honduras, Guatemala, or Nicaragua? Or all of them? Have you ever considered traveling in Central America. Think about it. It is not very far and it is beautiful. I spent 6 months in those countries and I enjoyed it very much. When I arrived in Nicaragua I hardly spoke any Spanish. Before I left Germany, […]

Google Rating

4.3

Based on 32 reviews

Orange County Lingual Institute

4.3

Li J.

00:57 29 Apr 20

Great place to learn a foreign language. They have the right ideas, good class schedule, reasonable price, and perfect class size. Spent over a year learning Spanish here, had so much fun and made wonderful friends. I'm sure I will be back for more.

Ruben G.

08:56 10 Oct 19

I tried learning French through online apps and You Tube videos for months but to no avail. I am a beginner in the French language and have been taking lessons since the beginning of 2019. Marie, our teacher, is very patient and makes the class fun. She is an excellent teacher and I've learned so much. Her emphasis on practical vocabulary, grammar, and pronunciation gives us a well rounded language experience. She is genuinely interested in helping the students succeed. Jessica at the front desk and the other staff members are equally helpful and eager to help. They work with your busy schedule and are very accommodating. I'm so glad I am taking my classes here.

Bich-Ha Henriette R.

16:02 11 Aug 19

Great teachers. Amazing staff supports. Best location in oc. Convenient and safe parking. Classes are rich in contents and appropriate. The private classes are reasonably priced and very very practical. Highly recommended.

Kendall W.

23:57 07 Aug 19

Great place for busy adults to learn a foreign language! As a full time worker I was nervous I would find somewhere that worked for me, enter Orange County Lingual Institute. The classes are catered to adults and they offer evening hours. If you are taking a popular language such as French or Spanish they have many time/day options. They offer so many different languages from basic to advanced.My German teacher Doreen is extremely nice. And I notice most of the teachers including my own bring in food or specialty items from their home country to the students. Classes are once a week, but you buy your own book and do homework. If you miss a week, they allow you to sit in on another class another day to make it up. The front desk staff is always friendly and helpful. And the facility itself is in a very nice area (business center across from South Coast Plaza), with a gorgeous courtyard, clean, and well maintained. And they leave out coffee and tea for students before class, so appreciated!

Kolya I.

22:03 06 Aug 19

Absolutely cosmopolitan selection of languages and people on offer with excellent service and wonderful teachers. I would recommend this place to anyone seeking to learn another language

Amin P.

15:51 06 Aug 19

Clean and luxury environment, very great, kind and professional teachers...I got the accent reduction class it was so useful.

Ashley R.

01:37 23 Jul 19

Since the very beginning of my French journey, everyone at the OCLI has been so helpful and personable. The warmth and positive energy of the staff, teachers, and students make you want to try your best. Mary Morgan truly cares about her students and in just a year, I’ve learned so much from her. All of her students agree that she is an amazing teacher that immerses you in the French culture and mannerisms. Way more than just a textbook! The classes are smaller so you definitely get to know each other without feeling pressured. I have a difficult schedule so they’ve been able to accommodate my needs by offering makeup bonus classes. Doesn’t matter if you’re a child or an adult, everyone is welcomed! Overall 10/10 and I recommend to anyone who wants to learn another language.

Nicholas C.

03:22 17 Jul 19

Monica D.

02:35 20 Jun 19

I have been going to OCLI for nearly a year, and I have enjoyed the experience of learning new languages with awesome, effective, and welcoming instructors and staff. Learning languages is important to me and I am so grateful this incredible resource is available to Orange County.

Judy T

20:40 04 Apr 19

The teachers are excellent and the staff is efficient and friendly. The school is very well run and organized. My husband and I take classes there are we both impressed with the quality of instruction and the administration staff. The parking is convenient and the school validates the parking for the time in class. We would recommend this school for language students.

Fabio B.

18:49 13 Dec 18

Choosing the right language-school in OC is a highly personal decision!I am a lucky person and I found the right language school for me. My experience at the Orange County Lingual Institute has been remarkable. The Institute has a pleasant and welcoming environment. It looks like a family, with totally engaged teachers. It is clear that, that the institute’s philosophy is to make sure, their students are continuously improving. This was an important value for me. By the way, my English is getting better! Many thanks to Jenna and Mary-Morgan, two incredible teachers, many, many thanks!

Negin N.

05:31 11 Dec 18

It has been more than a year that I come to Oc language russian classes and it is such a wonderful place with Gita and Oleg and even Elena when oleg is on vacation . Oleg is the sweetest techer ever. I have so much fun all the time just laughing at his examples while teaching. I’m able to read and write and speak in russian now although grammar is challenging but the books and examples do the trick. I recommend this place . They serve you royal you get tea and biscuits whenever you want. I never have any stress at class it’s just a haven for me :) the other thing I like is that classes are not so busy and so the teacher can have a lot of attention on you and your questions. I don’t like very busy classes their style is just so nice. Gita is always smiling at you and she is all the time helpful if you need to do any makeup classes. They have flexible hours and timing is amazingly works with any schedule you like to do.hope this review helps you more.Cheers

Anthony F.

05:28 26 Oct 18

What a great decision it was to start taking Spanish for the first time at OC lingual. I started with Beg 1 Spanish since I had zero Spanish. Been going for 6 months now and I love it. I should probably be studying some more at home but regardless the classes are awesome. The teacher, Dianne, is great, super patient and really helpful. Classes range from 4 - 8 people so you get lots of attention which really helps when you are struggling. I highly recommend coming to OC Lingual Institute if you are thinking of learning a new language.

Lotide S.

18:44 10 Sep 18

I really enjoyed taking French classes at this school. Marie Morgan made it fun and enjoyable and easy to learn. Great staff and I would recommend :)

Emily P

18:59 20 Aug 18

I just took the an advanced Spanish class, and I loved it! Conversation is the best way to learn a language, and all of the teachers here teach their native language. I definitely recommend this location to anyone who wants to learn a new language or brush up on their language skills.

Dianne P.

01:51 03 Aug 18

Wonderful place to learn a new language. They offer many language classes. Native speaking teachers with great experience of teaching. The staff are very helpful and friendly. Strongly recommend !!!

Jared Z.

00:16 03 Aug 18

Took German classes for several months. Classes are great and informative and teachers and fellow students are friendly.

Karla R.

22:22 31 Jul 18

After graduating college, I wanted to retain the French skills that I had worked so hard to develop during the past 2 years. I decided to take a summer session at OC Lingual Institute and I was very pleased with the quality of the instructors and the small and personalized course that I received here. I was given a placement exam over the phone and placed in French Intermediate VI+ which turned out to be a very good level for me, especially in helping to improve my speaking skills and vocabulary. The class was conducted entirely in French and it challenged me to practice my speaking and pronunciation. My instructor, Evelyn, was very positive and constructive through helping students pronounce words better, correcting our grammar structures, and encouraging us to help one other answer questions or find ways to express our thoughts in class without using English. The tuition was definitely worth the amount of attention and hands on learning that I received in each class. The only bummer is that textbooks are not included in tuition, but I was able to find a relatively inexpensive used copy on Amazon. I really enjoyed the course overall and would definitely recommend OC Lingual Institute to anyone looking to learn a new language or to retain and improve their speaking skills at higher levels.

Jelena T.

05:11 31 Jul 18

I’ve been taking Spanish at Orange County Lingual Institute for over a year. I started at a beginning level and now I’m taking intermediate level classes. My experience at this school has been very positive and I would highly recommend it to anyone wanting to learn a foreign language. I’ve had several teachers and they have all been professional, knowledgeable and fun. One of my favorite things is that there is a variety of classes at different times of the day. It’s so great to be able to take a class at the time that works for your schedule, which is mid morning-lunch time for me. The classes are small. I don’t think I’ve ever had more than6 students in my class. This gives you an opportunity to get to know your teacher and classmates pretty well and to learn in a nice and relaxed environment. I’m pleased to say that I understand someone speaking Spanish very well now. I can carry a decent every day conversation in Spanish, too. Just one year of classes has done that and I can’t wait to see my progress after another year or two.

Akiko C.

05:06 20 Jul 18

I have been going to the OC Lingual Institute for a few months now and only have superb things to say about it. My french teacher Mary Morgan is absolutely wonderful -- she is organized, punctual, approachable and kind. Alongside Mary, the entire staff at the Lingual Institute is very friendly. I'd recommend this place to anyone who is interested in learning a new language!

Nadia C.

06:12 21 Mar 18

If you want to learn a new language quickly and efficiently OC Lingual Institute is the right place. The teachers as well as the staff are both excellent. The are nice and professional people who want you to succeed. Last year I took Italian classes and was able to speak and understand well enough to travel around Italy without a phrasebook in hand. Thank you to my Italian teacher Paola Costa!!! This year I come back for Spanish classes because I am going to Spain and already know that this school can help me to learn the language quickly and efficiently.

Dr. Timothy P.

02:26 14 Dec 17

My wife and I are finishing up Beg. French II. This is our second class and we have already enrolled for the next term. I did quite a bit of research and heard great things about OC Lingual. The classes are fun and in a relaxed environment. Our teacher is superb and we have really come a long way with our French. All the staff is welcoming and friendly. So if you're looking to learn a new language for fun, work or any other reason...look no further. Being an educator myself I can say that the quality of instruction is top-notch, but without the stress and pressure of a typical college level course. You learn because you want to, you practice with fellow students in class and the instructor reinforces key concepts without embarrassing or putting anyone down. We love it!!!

Ariel W.

04:19 11 Dec 17

I loved the classes here! I felt like I was learning not only the language but also the grammar and why it worked the way it did. Everyone was very nice and helpful. My teacher was great! We could have full conversations without even realizing it by the end of the first session!

Kimo H.

08:16 02 Sep 17

The OC Linguistics Institute has been remarkably helpful to me. I've taken various courses in German, French and Spanish over the last couple of years and found the instructors to be most excellent, helpful and understanding. I am a professional consultant and work on various international projects. They have been particularly helpful accommodating my schedule, something a traditional university could never accommodate. The prices for the courses are very affordable and I believe I've taken nearly 15 or more. I have found the more time and effort you put into a language course presented in this fashion, the more you get out of it.

Patricia B.

22:05 16 Dec 19

I took French at OCLI as a summer course to broaden my communications skills. The 6:30pm Monday class was fantastic. I think we all learned from each other, in one way or another. WE all have different skills levels and that should be taken into consideration. My comments for now would be, if we are obligated to purchase a textbook for $100, we should stick with the text book and not go offline. As I have learned from my few years of taking French, learning the grammar and tenses is important when you are asked to write and communicate effectively. Especially for business purposes.I am currently enrolled in private classes and need to focus on my 2020 goals for professional development Thank you and Happy Holidays.

Danesh

06:16 09 Dec 19

MATT K

04:03 18 Sep 19

Good place to learn foreign languages for adults. Class size is small, good instructor, and very friendly classmates. Tuition is a little pricy,but still acceptable. The class goes very slow due to the majority of the students are working and retired adults, this is the only down side to me.

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Yelp Rating

4.0

Based on 67 reviews

Orange County Lingual Institute

4.0

Linda B.

12:27 27 Jan 20

Front office ladies are helpful and welcoming. Parking is convenient and free. I have been taking Italian at the school for the past 6 months at an...

Heinz P.

22:06 10 Jan 20

with the Orange County Lingual Institute I found the best place to learn Italian. The school is easy to find and the parking is very comfortable, it is only...

Kimberly W.

20:08 10 Jan 20

I am taking French again after 20 + year break and Professor Marie Morgan is absolutely outstanding to learn from! She works very hard and her workshops are...

Janan P.

10:05 19 Dec 19

This is a great place to learn a new language. I have been taking French for almost a year and really enjoy my classes here. My teacher, MaryMorgan, is...

Monica S.

11:52 04 Sep 19

PLEASE READ MY REVIEW BEFORE YOU CONSIDER READING ANY NEGATIVE REVIEWS.I read the recent negative reviews on here and I am ASTONISHED. This Lingual...

Lori D.

06:52 13 Aug 19

Orange County Lingual Institute is the spot to go if you are serious about learning a language. The weekly classes are set up in a way that challenges you...

Flora M.

14:26 09 Aug 19

Good place to learn Japanese.The classes are very challenging if you have no previous knowledge of the language, they are fast-paced and we learn a lot of...

Kendall F.

10:13 26 Jun 19

Great place for busy adults to learn a foreign language! As a full time worker I was nervous I would find somewhere that worked for me, enter Orange...

Adedolapo O.

11:47 07 Jan 19

Decided to push myself and start learning French and it's crazy to think that was almost 2 years ago! That is how much of a breeze it has Benz the...

Nikki R.

23:43 19 Dec 18

A great language school! I enrolled in Advanced German here, and my German greatly improved! My listening abilities in particular improved dramatically; I...

Liv T.

15:59 26 Mar 20

Ciao! Are you wanting to learn a new language, but need more than a language app or an online program to keep you interested and committed? If so and you...

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