Bay Language Academy

Very unprofessional management! I had inquired about a language class and spoke to Essia about the details. Apparently, the phone number listed is her cell phone. When I called, she said she was not currently in the office but still took down my info. She asked me some more questions and said she would contact me again. A few days later, I was indeed contacted by Essia, who further inquired about my language interests, my capability, and what I was looking for in a class. She went on to explain the varying tutors they offer and again said she would contact me after she gathered more details on her end.
Weeks went by and not a word… I even emailed her to follow-​up and nothing. I was ready to commit but I am glad I did not go through with this program. If they stood me up from the very beginning, I can only imagine how the rest of the process would be.
Unprofessional and unreliable.

J’aime Bay Language Academy! Foreign languages do not come easy to me (and that’s a bit of an understatement), so I am a pretty slow learner, but the classes at Bay Language Academy are perfect. We go over written French, oral French, as well as reading and pronunciation. Essia is a great teacher, and she creates a fun and educational classroom atmosphere.

The founder of Bay Language Academy, Essia Bouzamondo-​Bernstein, is an incredible woman in my book! She started this business as a way to help others since language is one of the most important ways we connect with one another. My youngest son has been taking Mandarin for about a year now and he just loves it, which amazes me since he’s usually so particular, but he adores his teacher (even the new one) and the curriculum is both engaging and interactive, which has helped him retain what he has learned. Now my oldest is also taking the same class, and his review of his first day was «awesome!»
This is a high quality program at a very reasonable rate. Your child will benefit so greatly from learning any of the many languages they offer (I know they offer French, Russian, Korean, Spanish, etc.), and even you and other adults would also greatly benefit to learn a new language or refresh an old one.
Lastly, their location is just breath-​taking as they’re situated within the Harbor Bay Business Park that oversees the tranquil ocean and beautiful San Francisco skyline, which is just icing on the cake.

We love Essie and Bay Language Academy. Great teachers and beautiful facility. Very highly recommended. My daughter loves Matt, the Spanish teacher. Very friendly atmosphere and kid friendly.

My daughter loves taking French classes there!