Is Language Study in the Philippines Safe? (Regarding Security)

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The Philippines is an attractive country with relatively low prices, a warm climate all year round, and plenty of marine activities to enjoy.
It is chosen by many people as a country where you can experience sightseeing and language study abroad at the same time.

However, one of the biggest concerns when considering study in the Philippines is probably "security."

You may come across information online that stirs up anxiety, and people who have never actually visited often have a negative image.

In reality, though, most of the incidents that are reported involve local residents or parties with vested interests, and it is very rare for ordinary travelers or language students to be caught up in them.
Tourist areas are an important source of national income, so security systems there are strictly managed.

Many of the areas used for language study are relatively stable in terms of security, and language schools also carry out thorough safety management, so there is no need to worry excessively.

< 24-Hour Security>

At the directly operated centers in the Philippines run and managed by Awork Academy,

• Accommodation

• Dining hall and cafe

• Sports facilities such as a basketball court

• Various living facilities

are all provided on the premises.

The centers are also located inside an upscale residential area (village) that only authorized people can enter, with security guards stationed 24 hours a day.

We have operated for more than 10 years without any major accidents.
The Iloilo area in particular is known as one of the safer areas in the Philippines.

Management systems differ from school to school, but many schools operate under strict security control.

Security guards are also stationed at the entrances of large shopping malls, restaurants, fast-food shops, convenience stores and more, where security checks are carried out.

In addition, language schools are set up so that no one can enter unless their identity can be verified, providing a safe environment for study.

< Following the Rules Is What Matters Most>

Language schools set their own rules to protect students' safety.

Many language schools in the Philippines adopt a management style similar to a dormitory school in Japan, with

• Accommodation attached to the school

• Restrictions on going-out hours

• A ban on going out alone at night

and so on.

These are measures taken to ensure safety.

In any country, not just the Philippines,

• Walking alone late at night

• Going alone to deserted places

• Following strangers

are risky behaviors.

If you follow the safety rules given by your school, go out in groups with friends, and stick mainly to tourist routes, the chance of getting caught up in serious trouble is extremely low.

Summary

This time, we explained the security situation of language study in the Philippines.

In the Philippines,

• Security systems in tourist areas are well established

• Security within language schools is thorough

• You can live safely as long as you follow the rules

The environment is well prepared.

If you know the correct information and follow basic safety rules, you can enjoy your language study life with peace of mind.

On the official Awork Academy website, we have put together easy-to-understand information on working holidays and language study, organized by country.

If you have any questions, please feel free to contact us at any time.