Frequently Asked Questions (F.A.Q.)

	Where is the school? The school is located in Emilio Azcárraga 208 Col. Campbell.
	Do you teach children or adults? We teach children, teenagers and adults.
	How long does a course last? Adult level english classes last for 4 months. English courses for children and teens and all courses in French, Spanish and German are one semester (five months) in lenght. Please refer to our calendar.
	What times do classes meet? There are morning, afternoon, evening and Saturday classes, depending on the study plan. Please check Our Courses for more detailed information.
	How long is a class session? Most classes last for 90 minutes. Classes that meet once a week are for three hours.
	How many students are in a group? Are the groups large? Enrollment is limited to 16 students per class to allow for a comfortable learning environment.
	What's your teaching method? Classes are focused on giving students balanced instruction in oral expression, written expression, language structure, reading comprehension and listening comprehension.
	How many levels are there? Courses range from beginner to advanced level, depending on the study plan. Levels for new students are determinated by a free placement exam.
	How much are the courses? Tuition varies according to your chosen study plan. Please check Our Courses for more detailed information.
	What is the SAC? SAC (Self-Access Center) is a place where you can learn and practice a language independently. Please check our SAC page for detailed information.
	What other services do you offer? SAC access for external users: * 15 hour card, * English percentage exam * Translations Contact us for more information.
	How is this Institute related to The American School of Tampico? Both have the same Board of Trustees but The American School of Tampico is a PK to 10th grade school while the American School of Tampico Language Institute is a language institute whose porpuse is to provide instruction in English, Spanish, German, French and Chinese as foreign languages to people of all ages.