General English & French
CEFR levels A1–C2. Speaking, writing, listening and reading — group classes that move at a real pace.
Learn moreBeirut · since 2005
Learn a language with confidence.
CEFR-aligned courses, expert instructors, and a 20-year track record of getting students fluent — in person or online.
Live in Beirut · Est. 2005
20
Years
600+
Students
32
Instructors
6
CEFR levels
Trusted by teams across Lebanon
- Beirut Bank
- Cedar Logistics
- BluePine Pharma
- Levant Telecom
- Phoenicia Hotels
- Tyros Industries
Why ALC
A program that's structured, not improvised.
Built on the CEFR framework
Every course maps to a globally recognised level — from A1 beginners through to C2 mastery — so progress is measurable and certificates are meaningful.
Native-fluent instructors
32 specialised teachers, average 8+ years of experience, supported by ongoing pedagogy training.
Flexible delivery
Onsite, online, or hybrid — group classes, private tutoring, and corporate cohorts.
Programs
Find the track that fits.
From your first sentence to fluent professional use — we have a path for every level and every goal.
Business English
Meetings, emails, presentations and negotiation — practical skills for the workplace, taught with real materials.
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IELTS & exam prep
Targeted prep for IELTS, TOEFL and Cambridge exams. Mock tests, individual feedback, and band-specific drills.
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Kids & teens
Age-appropriate cohorts for learners 8–17. Fun-first, results-second — with parental progress reports.
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Corporate cohorts
On-site or virtual training for your team. Custom curriculum, dedicated reporting, and pricing per seat.
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Private tutoring
One-on-one with a senior instructor. Schedule on your terms, build a syllabus around your goals.
Learn moreFaculty
Teachers who actually move the needle
Our instructors hold international certifications and have lived the languages they teach. Small classes, real attention.
Sarah Khoury
Lead Instructor · English
EnglishArabic
“Cambridge CELTA, 12 years across Beirut, Dubai and London.”
Marc Daher
Senior Instructor · Business English
EnglishFrench
“Former corporate trainer at Shell. IELTS examiner since 2019.”
Layla Saab
Young Learners Lead
EnglishArabicFrench
“Specialised in Cambridge YLE and CEFR A1–B1 for kids and teens.”
Omar Abou Jaoudé
Senior Instructor · Exam Prep
EnglishArabic
“TOEFL & SAT prep. 87% of his students hit their target band.”
Featured
Course catalog
Pick the language and level that matches where you are. Every course is CEFR-aligned and outcome-based.
A1General English — Level 1
English · L1
- Duration
- 30 hours
- sessions
- 15
- Group rate
- $50
A1General English — Level 2
English · L2
- Duration
- 30 hours
- sessions
- 15
- Group rate
- $50
A2General English — Level 3
English · L3
- Duration
- 30 hours
- sessions
- 15
- Group rate
- $50
A2General English — Level 4
English · L4
- Duration
- 30 hours
- sessions
- 15
- Group rate
- $50
B1General English — Level 5
English · L5
- Duration
- 36 hours
- sessions
- 18
- Group rate
- $70
B1General English — Level 6
English · L6
- Duration
- 36 hours
- sessions
- 18
- Group rate
- $70
Student stories
What our students say
“I went from B1 to C1 in seven months. The instructors actually correct you in a way that sticks — and the small classes mean you can't hide.”
Maya Saad
Marketing manager · Beirut Bank
Standards & accreditation
Aligned with the world's language standards.
Every course is built on internationally recognised frameworks — so the level you reach with us travels with you, anywhere.
Cambridge English
Authorised exam preparation centre.
IELTS Partner
Official preparation curriculum & mock testing.
CEFR Aligned
All courses mapped to A1–C2 levels.
MEHE Lebanon
Licensed by the Ministry of Education.
FAQ
Quick answers to common questions.
- Yes — for any course beyond absolute beginner. The test takes 30 minutes, is free, and can be done onsite or online. We use the result to slot you into the right CEFR level.
Ready to start?
Tell us about your goals and we'll recommend the right level. The placement test is free.
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