International Language School for Children and Adults (ILSCA)
4.8★★★★★ · 29 Google reviews · 24 photos
Language school · Upland, CA
International Language School for Children and Adults (ILSCA) at a glance
Reviewers rate the school 4.8 out of 5, noting that the owner responds to all feedback. Customers frequently praise the professional, college-level instruction, reasonable pricing, and cultural immersion provided for both children and adults. Many highlight the engaging, fun atmosphere and the school's adaptability during the pandemic. However, a recurring criticism involves communication gaps, such as a substitute teacher failing to inform parents about a scheduled absence, and concerns that virtual lessons lacked sufficient individual attention for younger students.
Google rating: 4.8 out of 5 from 29 reviews (93% five-star).
Reviews on this page: 29 Google reviews (22 with written comments, 1 with photos).
Owner responses: the business replied to 100% of reviews.
Reviews from Google, shown as published (original wording, unedited).
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Andy LiauLocal Guide · 23 reviews
★★★★★
I recommend ILSCA if you are interested in learning another language. The teachers are professional and its the equivalent to getting instruction at a college level. The learning environment is fantastic. There are no tests - you learn at your pace. The price is completely reasonable.
Price assessment: Great price
Services: Intermediate classes, Adult lessons
Response from the owner · 5 months ago
Thank you, Andy, for your kind words and trust in ILSCA. Creating a place where people can learn languages with confidence, excellent instruction, and genuine enjoyment has been our mission since 1991. We are especially happy that you felt the quality of the teaching and the supportive atmosphere. Language learning opens doors and we are honored to be part of that journey with you.
My children and I have been taking classes here for the past few month. Floreda is really great teacher! I also really enjoyed the free conversation class that was offered on Saturdays with Nancy, who is also a really great teacher! I'm also very happy with the level of customer service provided by the director of the company!
Services: Youth classes, Adult lessons
Response from the owner · 10 months ago
Thank you so much for your kind words! We’re grateful that you and your children have been part of our classes these past few months. It means a lot to hear how much you’re enjoying learning with Florida and Nancy—and we look forward to continuing this learning journey with your family!
I feel like the teacher for Spanish 1 didn’t teach my daughter anything we did zoom and she didn’t really focus on paying attention to each kid so my daughters didn’t get anything out of it
Price assessment: Overpriced
Services: Beginner's classes, Youth classes
Response from the owner · a year ago
Hi Jessica,
Thank you for sharing your feedback. We’re sorry your daughter’s class didn’t meet expectations. We’ve recently welcomed a new Spanish teacher, who is doing a wonderful job keeping students engaged. We’d be happy to have your daughter try a class with her—please feel free to reach out so we can set that up.
Warmly,
ILSCA
The International Language School for Children and Adults is awesome. The instructors are top tier. I attended and took Spanish and Italian classes. I also enrolled my granddaughter in Spanish class and the Summer Spanish camp.
Response from the owner · a year ago
Thank you so much Monique for your kind words! We’re happy to hear that you enjoyed your Spanish and Italian classes, and that your granddaughter had a great experience in both her class and the Summer Spanish camp. It’s wonderful to see families learning together, and we’re grateful you chose the International Language School to be part of your language-learning journey.
Duolingo wasnt doing it for me.
I really wanted to take an in-person class, but didnt want to go through a big clunky college registration site.
ILSCA has impressed me. It was everything I wanted in-person, and easy to sign up :)
I am going back for a 2nd semester.
Response from the owner · a year ago
Hi Henry! Thank you so much for your kind words. We’re so happy to hear that our school provided the in-person experience you were looking for. We look forward to continuing to support your language learning journey. See you soon! - The ILSCA team
Outstanding sign language teacher. All three of my children LOVED attending these classes. I will definitely sign them up for language classes through ILS in the future.
Price assessment: Overpriced
Services: Beginner's classes
Response from the owner · a year ago
Thank you so much Anna for your kind words! We're thrilled to hear that your children loved their sign language classes with us. It means a lot to know they had a positive experience, and we’d be honored to welcome them back for more language learning in the Fall.
I have been learning Spanish for the last 5 years, incorporating it into my medical practice. My teachers have been highly motivating, using creative approaches to make Spanish fun. Although I'm very busy, these courses have been the one of the best investment in time I have ever made.
Response from the owner · a year ago
Thanks so much, Glenn! We're thrilled our Spanish courses have been such a positive investment for your medical practice. Your feedback is fantastic!
I have a long history with International Language School, over 18 years with several of my children. My youngest, currently taking classes in Spanish, has been taking Spanish Classes since 6th grade starting out with very little knowledge. She is now in 8th grade. This school is great with an authentic flavor. Yes she understands Spanish in context, and is becoming comfortable speaking. Illana/Lilly
Response from the owner · a year ago
Hi Illana, thank you so much for your family's support of our language school for so long – over 18 years! We're really happy to hear how well your youngest child Lily has been doing with Spanish since 6th grade. It's great she now understands and feels good about speaking. We’re so proud of her!
Thank you for taking the time to leave such a positive review! We're so happy to hear your son is enjoying his Japanese class at ILSCA. We believe in making language learning fun and effective, and it's rewarding to know that's been his experience.
