Student Testimonials
Voices of Our Global Family
“In the beginning it was a school, now it is my school, the one I chose, and I also feel chosen by you. It is not because of the price or the teaching methods, but because of the principles and values. I feel welcomed, happy and grateful for being able to participate in this school. I thank God for the existence of people with such caring and dedication. Thank you for teaching us and welcoming us. There are many of us here, from different countries, different traditions, different languages and a lot of diversity, but in the classroom we are one, all with the same goal, to be better every day. And that is what you have taught us, both in language and in attitudes. Thank you very much for everything you do for us.”
Lucio (Brazil)
"Learning English is not just about learning a new language; it’s about opening doors. Many of us are afraid to speak, thinking we won’t make it. But today we can proudly say we have made progress, and that makes all the difference. The course has been more than a learning environment. It has been a space of support, friendship and overcoming challenges. We learn together, love together, and motivate each other. And that is the true value we have as participants — as a group and as individuals. Thank you very much, and congratulations for this achievement!"
Kesia (Level 2 Brazil)
"Thank God for allowing us to share this moment with our friends and family. Thank you, Mr. Alan, Allison and Meredith, for your patience and important feedback during classes. You always believed in our ability to learn more. Thank you to everyone in the office who always welcomes everyone with joy, making the school welcoming and enjoyable. I would like to say to the beginners of ABC: Believe in the learning process and you will achieve it. Don’t be afraid to speak in English; mistakes are part of the process. Practice listening during classes and try to speak in English in the places you go—at the supermarket, at work, or with your children. Thank God. Thank you, GROW School. Go ahead and you will have wonderful results!"
Simone Lisboa (Level 2 Brazil)
Community Celebrations
Small wins and big milestones — we celebrate growth together.
Over the years, many of our students have gained US citizenship!
Becoming a U.S. citizen is a tremendous achievement, representing years of language acquisition, perseverance, and hard work.
Celebrating New Arrivals Together
We love celebrating life’s most joyful moments together, like the baby showers we recently held for our students. It is a privilege to support one another as we welcome these new additions to our community!
"Learning English is not just about learning langugage; it's about opening doors."
"I want to thank our amazing teachers for guiding us with patience, correcting our mistakes kindly, and always believing in us. Your support made us feel welcome, confident, and motivated to keep learning. To my classmates; thank you for sharing this journey. We helped each other, laughed through our mistakes, and celebrated every step forward. Learning English with you all felt less like a class and more like a community. For the new students just beginning, keep going. Making mistakes is part of learning, and every small effort will take you further than you think. Be patient and stay proud of your progress. English is more than just grammar or words. It’s about connecting with others and building our future. Thank you all for being part of this special experience."
Kerim Korkmaz (Level 5 Turkey)
"GROW ESL has helped me a lot since I came to the USA in 2019. There are not enough words to express my gratitude. Thank you to my amazing teachers at Level 4. And thank you to all my teachers since level 1. Each of you is part of my English journey. I still have a lot to learn and I won't stop. I will keep going and keep moving forward. Last but not least, I want to thank me. I want to thank me for believing in me. I want to thank me for doing all the hard work. I want to thank me for never quitting. I want to thank me for trying to do more right than wrong. I want to thank me for being me at all times. And to everyone here: don't give up. Believe in yourselves and follow your dreams. You can do it. Thank you."
William Bruno (Level 4 Brazil)
Join us in what GROW is doing
GROW is more than a classroom—it’s a community. Whether you share your time as a volunteer, give a gift to support our students, or simply want to learn more, your involvement makes a lasting impact in Northeast Philly.
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