About Us

ABOUT C.C.B.
SCHOOL OF ATLANTA

OUR MISSION


C.C.B. School of Atlanta's mission is to offer intensive, high-quality ESL and TOEFL instruction that supports a wide variety of international English learners, including potential university students, professionals, and those with a strong interest in American life and culture. We strive to fulfill our mission by:

  • Utilizing a wide variety of teaching methods and resources
  • Promoting a dynamic, creative, and student-centered learning environment
  • Hiring exceptional ESL educators and ensuring their ongoing professional development
  • Fostering a supportive learning community through such means as: field trips; concern for the students' trust and confidence; and respect of cross-cultural differences

COURSES OFFERED

 

  • C.C.B. School of Atlanta offers 12 levels of IEP for adult learners. Our Intensive English Program is designed to improve overall competency and language acquisition in English by developing the core skills of speaking, reading, listening, writing, grammar, and vocabulary.
  • Each session is a duration of 8 weeks and offers 18 hours of classroom instruction per week.
  • CCB School of Atlanta’s IEP program is offered from 9am-1:30pm Monday-Thursday or 9am-6:30pm Monday-Tuesday.

 

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ACCREDITATION & AUTHORIZATION


Since 2013, C.C.B. School of Atlanta has been accredited by the Commission on English Language Program
Accreditation (CEA).

C.C.B. is also a member of NAFSA & EnglishUSA.

C.C.B. is authorized under the Nonpublic Postsecondary Educational Institutions Act of 1990, by the Georgia Nonpublic Postsecondary Education Commission (GNPEC) to offer certificate and associate degree programs.

C.C.B. is certified by the Student and Exchange Visitor Program (SEVP) to issue I-20s for students who wish to study under the F-1 visa.

WHO WE ARE


C.C.B. School of Atlanta Background:
C.C.B. School of Atlanta has been operating for 30+ years in the field of education.
We are accredited by one of the two Intensive English accreditation agencies recognized by the Secretary of Education in the U.S. (CEA)
C.C.B. School of Atlanta is recognized as an exceptional and reputable Intensive English Program in Atlanta / Duluth, Georgia serving students all over the world and those currently in the U.S.
Learn English in the U.S.A. at C.C.B. comfortably with many peers!
We welcome every type of English learner by providing a friendly and active environment that promotes learning!

The C.C.B. Approach:
C.C.B. School of Atlanta provides a proper learning environment in which to improve and to promote good learning habits and study skills.
We provide tailored lessons to students in IEP to ensure comfort using English in real life situations such as in academic, work place, and professional environments.
Teaching materials are updated every session to ensure the highest quality of English education, taking the student into consideration.
Student’s progress is monitored throughout the course by academic advisers and faculty.
Individualized plans are structured and geared towards students’ goals.
Students abilities are enhanced in order to achieve above average grades and test scores that will advance their capabilities to compete for scholarships at top level colleges and universities.

Small Classes:
Our small classes provide individualized attention to students, better student and teacher relations, and more opportunities to learn from peers.

Professional Instructors:
All of our instructors hold at least a Bachelor’s degree and teaching certifications. Also, our instructors are native and/or near native English speakers with previous teaching experience and multicultural experience.
C.C.B. School of Atlanta instructors are dynamic professionals with a high level of expertise and dedication.
Our professional instructors use highly effective and proven learning materials in the classroom.

Placement Test:
All students are required to take the mandatory placement test during orientation to determine their level of English.
Students will be placed into the level based on the results of the placement test.
The test covers five areas of the English language: listening, reading, grammar, writing, and speaking.
The placement test takes approximately 1.5-2 hours to complete and costs $20.
To be eligible to take the placement test, students must have paid all the necessary tuition fees.

Student Orientation:
After the placement test, students are required to attend the student orientation.
During the orientation, student-related materials are given to each student and important school policies (such as attendance, grading, probation, etc.) are covered.
At the orientation, students will have the opportunity to obtain a student id, purchase textbooks, meet the staff, and more.

Location & Facilities:
C.C.B. School of Atlanta is located in the Northeastern suburb of Duluth. Located 20 miles from Atlanta, Duluth is known for its small town charm and sense of community.
C.C.B. School of Atlanta provides excellent resources to aid the learning process, including a fully stocked library, multimedia room with free Wi-Fi, reception areas, and a student cafeteria.

School Services Include:
Cultural field trips
School outings
Academic & personal advising
Immigration regulation compliance counseling
Free computer and internet access
Student ID cards
New student orientation
Beautiful hard-wood floor library for study and leisure
Cafeteria for student community

Health Insurance:
C.C.B. does not require students to obtain health insurance. We also do not provide health insurance to our students.
However, we strongly recommend international students to purchase student health insurance because healthcare/medical care in the US is very expensive.

Housing Accommodations:
Unfortunately, C.C.B. School of Atlanta does not provide student housing or any other type of housing accommodations for our students.
Please contact our staff if you need assistance finding a place to live.
For a homestay experience, contact Atlanta Homestays at atlantahomestays.com/678-886-4488.

Transportation:
C.C.B. does not provide transportation arrangements or airport pick-up services for students.

Our Students:
Many of our students here at C.C.B. have gone on to pursue higher education at various universities and colleges such as Georgia Tech, Georgia State University, Mercer University, Kennesaw State University, University of Georgia, Chattahoochee Technical College, Georgia Gwinnett College, Savannah College of Art & Design, etc.
Throughout the years, we have had students from all over the world study at our school. We have had students from the following countries: South Korea, China, Japan, Thailand, Vietnam, Taiwan, Indonesia, Philippines, Iran, Jordan, Saudi Arabia, Yemen, Turkey, Kazakhstan, Romania, India, Pakistan, Bangladesh, Spain, Germany, Venezuela, Colombia, Brazil, Chile, Mexico, Nicaragua, Peru, El Salvador, Haiti, Angola, Nigeria, Congo, Mali, Ivory Coast, Morocco, Guinea, Mauritania, and more!

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