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Mactan Newtown street / plaza
Mactan Newtown
Cafés, restaurants and convenience stores under 10 minutes' walk away.
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Students relaxing and studying in the tropical garden
Student Life
We look after the details so you can focus on English.
Student Care Service
We look after the details so you can focus on English.
Airport pick-up
We meet you at Mactan-Cebu Airport when you arrive.
3 meals daily
Breakfast, lunch and dinner every day of the week.
Room cleaning
Regular cleaning and fresh bedding.
Laundry
Laundry service for your clothes.
24/7 security
Guards and CCTV around the campus day and night.
Wi-Fi
Internet access in rooms and study areas.
SSP & visa help
We handle your study permit and visa extension paperwork.
Student support
Our student support team helps with anything you need.
Around Mactan
Beaches, malls, cafés and the airport — all close to campus.
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LG Garden Walk mall entrance
LG Garden Walk
Shopping, supermarket and dining, also walking distance from campus.
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Nearby Mactan beach
Beaches
White-sand beaches and resorts a short ride from school.
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Island hopping boat (bangka)
Island hopping
Weekend boat trips to nearby islands and marine sanctuaries.
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Snorkelling / diving
Diving & snorkelling
Mactan is one of the Philippines' best-known diving spots.
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Mactan-Cebu International Airport exterior
Airport
Mactan-Cebu International Airport is about 20 minutes away.
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Cebu City heritage spot (e.g. Magellan's Cross)
Cebu City
Historic sites, big malls and nightlife across the bridge.
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Students eating out at a local restaurant
Restaurants
Korean, Japanese, Chinese, Vietnamese, Middle Eastern and Filipino food nearby.
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Weekend activity — waterfall or canyoneering trip
Weekend adventures
Waterfalls, canyoneering and whale-shark trips across Cebu.
Frequently asked questions
When does ICLA open?
We will open as soon as our Bureau of Immigration accreditation for SSP processing is granted. Pre-register now and we will contact you first with start dates.
What is included in USD 1,400?
30 days of tuition and materials for your course, a twin-share dormitory room and 3 meals a day. Local government fees such as the SSP are paid separately on arrival.
How big are the group classes?
A maximum of 6 students per group class.
What level do I need?
General ESL accepts all levels including complete beginners. IELTS is best from intermediate level and TOEIC from pre-intermediate. You will take a placement test on your first day.
Can I choose a single room?
All rooms are twin-share (2 students per room). Contact us if you have special requirements.
Do I need a visa?
Many nationalities can enter the Philippines visa-free for a set period and extend while studying. Rules depend on your passport — contact us and we will advise you.
How do I get from the airport?
Airport pick-up is arranged when you send us your flight details.