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Five fun things to do near the school
- Visit the Long Beach Aquarium of the Pacific
- Buy delicious local food at the weekly Farmers' Market
- Play a game of beach volleyball; it's a popular sport locally
- Watch the surfers, or venture out onto the waves yourself
- Enjoy the local restaurants, shops and public library
LA Events
February Whale-watching : This is the time of year to take a harbour cruise and spot grey whales on their migration.
March Academy Awards: This highlight of the movie industry's year needs no introduction. Of course, you won't be able to attend, but watching the movie stars and film cameras descend is an event in itself.
The Blessing of the Animals : Interesting church service during which pets are blessed.
August Tofu festival: Try this soya foodstuff in many different variations.
December Festival Navideño en la Calle Ocho : Live music, street food, carnival rides and events, all for the sake of presenting gifts and toys to local disadvantaged children.
Links
LA City The official website of the City of Los Angeles - the recreation and tourism section consists of links to events, places of interest and tours.
LA.com A first-stop resource on where to go in LA - this site is well structured, comprehensive and also contains a wide selection of useful links.
Seeing Stars in Hollywood The ultimate guide to Hollywood and celebrities - features a calendar of Hollywood events, landmarks, famous streets and tips on where to find the stars.
Disneyland A colourful and comprehensive guide to the attractions, rides, events, dining and shopping at Disney's Californian adventure park.
Universal Studios Hollywood Features a park overview, booking information and video previews of rides such as Shrek 4-D, Revenge of the Mummy and Jurassic Park.
Los Angeles Long Beach: local information
All the practical details you need. Can't find something? Just ask us a question.
School facts:
- Class size 15
- Number of students average 80, maximum 200
- Number of teachers 6 - 8
- Minimum student age 16
- Average student age 22
- Internet Unlimited free access; wireless internet available throughout the school, plus access to approximately 20 on-site computers.
- Facilities Student lounge with fridge, microwave, vending machines, coffee maker, multipurpose student room with ping-pong and table football, large plasma television with cable; interactive whiteboards in each classroom.
- Nearest bus stop: 5 minutes' walk
- Nearest public transport hub: 10 minutes' walk
- Nearest park: Across the street
- Nearest coffee shop: In the same building
- Nearest bank: In the same building
- Nearest post office: In the same building
- Nearest mosque: 10 minutes by car
- Nearest church: 10 minutes' walk
- Nearest place to buy a newspaper: In the same building
- Nearest café / restaurant: In the same building
- Nearest supermarket: 20 minutes' walk
Cost of Living
We currently advise that students should budget approximately US $350 per week. This will cover all transport, food and entertainment costs.
A few sample prices (all in US $):
| Item | Price |
|---|---|
| Item | Price |
| A cup of coffee (in a chain like Starbucks) | 2.00 |
| Can of Coca Cola | 1.00 |
| Big Mac hamburger | 2.50 |
| Three course meal in a mid range restaurant | 25.00 |
| Cinema ticket | 8.00 - 11.00 |
| Nightclub entrance | 5.00 - 20.00 |
| Bus | 1.25 per ride |
| Taxi | 2.50 minimum |
| Train | 1.25 per ride |
(information last updated 2009)
Prices are in US $. Access a currency converter here.
Links:
Los Angeles International Airport Everything you need to know about getting to and from the airport and what you will find there.
Los Angeles Metro The subway system for Los Angeles and the surrounding area.
City of Los Angeles Department of Transportation Information on Dash Downtown bus and City Commuter services.
Discover Los Angeles Official tourist information site for LA.
Los Angeles facts
Hottest month July, 80° F. Bring: t-shirts, shorts, sandals, sun hats, light sweaters, light trousers, light outer wear.
Coldest months December and January, 49° F. Bring: light clothes plus jackets, sweaters, and trousers or jeans for the cooler evenings.
Weather now Five-day forecast from the BBC
Time zone Pacific Standard Time (PST) Time now World Clock
Best known for Hollywood and the film industry, theme parks, sunny beaches, Rodeo Drive.
