English school in Tampa, Florida · Since 1988

Learn English.
Find your next chapter.

Making learning English a fun and rewarding experience since 1988. Come learn with us in sunny Tampa, Florida, in small, friendly, fully in-person classes.

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Accredited Intensive English Program
Small, welcoming classes

TLC students with the Tampa skyline behind them

Students and their teacher in a TLC classroom

7 levels12 weeks each

No TOEFL neededfor partner universities

38+years teaching English in Tampa

7levels from beginner to advanced

20hours a week in the full-time program

4Bay Area locations served

Our programs

Find the class that fits your life.

Three ways to learn English at TLC, plus exam preparation and foreign languages, all taught by TEFL-certified instructors.

Intensive English Program

Full-time, in-person English across 7 levels, with a no-TOEFL pathway to university after level 6.

Mon–Thu · 9 am–2 pm or 4–9 pm
12 weeks per level · 20 hours/week
F-1 visa assistance

Full-time$1,095/ 4 weeksLearn more

10-Week Saturday Classes

Fit English around work and life. Two hours every Saturday, 6 levels, fully in person.

Sat · 9–11 am or 11 am–1 pm
New session every quarter

Per session$320/ 10 weeksDetails

Private & Small-Group

Focus on exactly what you need, online or in person, starting from as little as 4 weeks.

Online or in person
1-on-1, semi-private or groups

From$45/ hourDetails

TOEFL & IELTS prepExam strategy and practice

SAT & ACT preparationTutoring and prep classes

Foreign languagesSpanish, French, ASL & more

Schedules & calendarsQuarter dates for 2027

How it works

From your first hello to what’s next.

1
Find your starting point
Take the $35 Oxford English placement test at home or at school. You’ll get your level and recommended programs within a day.
Placement test details
2
Make progress every week
Build real speaking, listening, reading, writing and grammar skills with friendly TEFL-certified teachers.
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3
Take your next big step
Use English every day, or continue to a partner university after level 6, with no TOEFL or IELTS score.
University pathway

University pathway

Learn English. Go to university. No English test.

Students who pass level 6 at TLC can transfer to these schools without a TOEFL or IELTS score. Ask us for details.

University information F-1 visa steps

Free tools

Test, convert & plan ahead.

Calculators and quizzes our students use every day, free for everyone.

Free English placement testFind your level from A1 to C2 IELTS band calculatorYour overall band in seconds TOEFL score calculatorSection and total scores TOEFL ⇄ IELTSConvert between both scales Duolingo converterDET to TOEFL & IELTS Which language fits you?A quick personality quiz

What our students say

Real students. Real words.

★★★★★

“I am so happy that I chose TLC for learning English. I started from Level 3 and now I can work in customer service at a retail company. If you like to build your confidence, teachers always support you when needed.”

Debby SawallIntensive English student

★★★★★

“The best place to learn English. The school is fantastic. I really loved the time there. I recommend this school 100%. They are friendly and kind. Teachers are the best ever.”

Janeth GuarandaGoogle review

★★★★★

“Our instructor Claudia is magnificent. Great team, very nice, very interested in understanding our goals and coming up with solutions.”

John KingGoogle review

★★★★★

“I highly recommend it for anyone looking to improve their English skills. The staff at TLC are always friendly and helpful. The teachers are highly qualified and experienced.”

Naif JanGoogle review

★★★★★

“I just finished an 8-week ASL class with Barbara and it was awesome! It was so nice to find an online ASL class, offered at a higher level and different schedule than our local community colleges.”

Rachel NixonForeign language student

★★★★★

“I was impressed with the Tampa Language Center. The staff is responsive and diligent in communication with prospective students. The instructor was organized and provided careful correction and feedback.”

Kathleen PeoplesForeign language student

Life at TLC