A Typical Day as a Student at Paradise English Boracay
A typical day at Paradise English is simple: English classes on weekdays, mixing small group classes with one-to-one lessons, then free time on one of the most beautiful islands in the world. How much of your day is spent in class depends on your course — from half a day in Budget English to a full day in Intensive English. Here is what a normal day looks like.
Your classes depend on your course
Every course combines small group classes with one-to-one lessons. The difference is how many classes you take each day:
| Course | Group classes a day | One-to-one a day | Lessons a week |
|---|---|---|---|
| Budget English | 2 | 1 | 15 |
| General English | 4 | 1 | 25 |
| True Beginner English | 2 | 3 | 25 |
| IELTS, TOEIC & Business | 2 | 2 | 20 |
| Intensive English | 5 | 2 | 35 |
Classes run on weekdays. Your timetable is based on your level and your course.
Morning: classes begin
Most students start the day in class. In group classes you practise speaking, listening, grammar and vocabulary with classmates from many countries. Because the groups are small, you speak a lot, and your teacher knows exactly where you need help.
In your one-to-one lesson the teacher works only on you: your mistakes, your goals and your pace. For many students, this daily one-to-one time is the biggest reason they choose the Philippines over more expensive countries.
Between classes: the student lounge
Between lessons, students relax in our student lounge, an open-air area with plenty of tables and chairs and a small library. Snacks are sometimes available at a reasonable price. The whole campus has free Wi-Fi, and there are water dispensers on campus, so you can refill your bottle.
This is also where a lot of English happens outside class. With students from over 80 countries, English is the language everyone shares.
Who teaches you
Classes are taught by experienced American, Canadian, British and Filipino teachers. Most of our teachers have been with us for nine years or more, so they know how to help students from very different countries and levels. Because you see the same teachers every day, they quickly learn your strengths, your typical mistakes and what you want to achieve — and they adjust your lessons to match.
If you ever feel a class is too easy or too hard, talk to your teacher or the office.
Lunch
Our school cafeteria serves lunch and dinner to enrolled students who sign up in advance or when they arrive. Shopping is done daily, so only fresh meat, fish, poultry, fruit and vegetables are served. Lunch for a week of weekdays costs $50, or $185 for a month (2026 rates). Meals are optional, and there are many restaurants around the island too.
Afternoon: more classes or free time
What happens next depends on your course:
- Budget English: you choose morning or afternoon classes, so half of every day is yours.
- General English and IELTS, TOEIC & Business: a balanced day of classes, and still time for the island afterwards.
- Intensive English: seven classes a day, our fastest route to fluency. Your afternoons are busy, but your English moves quickly.
- True Beginner English: three one-to-one lessons a day help you build confidence from the very beginning.
Not sure which fits you? Take our free English level test — it takes about five minutes and suggests a course.
After class: Boracay is your playground
This is the part students remember. School, beach and friends are all minutes apart:
- White Beach is the island’s famous long beach. Station 3 is the closest part to our school, and it is a great place to watch the sunset.
- Bulabog Beach, on the other side of the island, is home to most of the water-sport centres, such as kite-boarding and windsurfing.
- Puka Shell Beach is quieter and great for picnics — but take care, the water gets deep suddenly and the current is strong.
- Activities with classmates: we organise weekly activities, so you can explore the island and practise English at the same time.
Evening: home is close
Most students live within walking distance. Our student dorm is a 3-minute walk from school, with air-conditioned rooms. The Paradise English Annex Hotel is just a 1-minute walk away and has a pool. You can also choose a home stay with an English-speaking family or a 4-star resort.
Evenings are for homework, dinner with friends, or simply enjoying the island. A shared dorm room starts at $148 for one week in 2026.
Weekends
There are no classes at the weekend, so this is your time to explore: island-hopping, snorkelling, diving or simply a long day on the beach.
How much does a week like this cost?
As an example, one week of General English costs $355, and four weeks cost $801 (2026 prices — the longer you stay, the lower the price per week). Add your room, the registration fee and the Special Study Permit. Our guide to the cost of studying English in the Philippines for one month adds it all up, and all rates are on our 2026 price page.
FAQ
How many hours a day will I study?
It depends on your course: from 3 classes a day in Budget English to 7 a day in Intensive English. See the table above.
Are there classes at the weekend?
No. Classes run on weekdays, and weekends are free for activities and exploring Boracay.
Is lunch included?
Lunch is optional. The school cafeteria serves fresh lunch to students who sign up, for $50 per week.
How far is the beach from school?
Very close. White Beach Station 3 is the nearest part of the beach to our school, and our dorm is a 3-minute walk from class.
Want to see how your own day would look? Contact us for a free personal quote, and read our guide to studying English in the Philippines.
