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English Program

FAQs

  • Our programs are designed for students and adults who want to improve their English skills, build confidence, and achieve specific academic goals such as TOEFL, SAT readiness, or college preparation.

  • We welcome all levels — beginner, intermediate, and advanced.
    Each student begins with an assessment, and we design a customized curriculum based on current skill level and goals.

  • Lessons cover Reading, Listening, Speaking, and Writing (including grammar).

    During mentoring sessions, students review weekly goals, track homework completion, practice vocabulary together, and receive personalized feedback to stay motivated and on target.

  • Yes. Students can choose:

    • Online lessons

    • In-person lessons (Austin area)

  • You can choose a 1-month, 2-month, or 3-month plan — or build a custom timeline depending on your goals.

  • Yes. Students can set their preferred days and times.

Global Academic Program

FAQs

  • This program welcomes international students from middle school and up who want to improve their English, build academic skills, and join short-term programs in the U.S., with the opportunity to experience how students learn and communicate in American educational settings.

    Students will also be able to explore potential career paths through sessions with professionals in fields such as law, business, engineering, sports and more.

  • We offer:

    • 2–6 week short-term seasonal programs

    • Custom long-term options (upon request)

  • Students stay in a Taylight-supervised residential home, where our trained mentors live on-site and provide 24/7 support, guidance, and a safe environment.
    While students benefit from structured supervision, each student also has appropriate personal space and privacy to ensure a comfortable and balanced stay.

    • English classes (ESL/TOEFL) — lessons taught by experienced instructors with professional ESL teaching certificates

    • Career exploration sessions — opportunities to meet professionals in fields such as law, business, engineering, and more, helping students explore potential career paths and gain insight into real-world work environments

    • Cultural and educational activities — local experiences that strengthen communication skills, confidence, and understanding of U.S. learning culture

    • Airport pickup and drop-off

    • Daily communication & 24/7 mentor supervision — continuous support to ensure safety, comfort, and guidance throughout the program

    • Taylight-supervised residential housing — safe, clean, and comfortable accommodations with appropriate personal privacy

    • Sports programs — golf or tennis training with professional coaches

    • Weekly parent updates — progress summaries, photos, and communication to keep families informed

    • Emergency support — assistance with medical or unexpected needs

    • Transportation for program-related activities —all transportation is provided by the Taylight team using our designated vehicle, with mentors accompanying students throughout the entire schedule.

    • Soft skills development — communication, leadership, time management, and teamwork

    • Program completion certificate — official documentation recognizing participation and achievement

    • Photo/video highlights of the program — curated memories captured by our team, including professionally filmed and edited videos created by a dedicated videographer, and shared with families.

    • All program materials — worksheets, academic tools, and supplementary resources used throughout the program

  • All meals are provided by the Taylight team to ensure students are well-fed and supported throughout the program.

  • Yes, arrival and departure services are available.

  • We maintain daily communication, work with trained Taylight Mentors who supervise and support students on-site, and provide 24/7 assistance throughout the program.

  • Yes — regular reports, photos, and daily updates are shared with parents.