A review of the status of English language instruction in Israel begins with an overview of the role of English in the society in general, and outlines the status of English use and instruction in the educational system at all levels (elementary, secondary, higher, adult, and teacher), the activities of related professional associations, the characteristics and training of English language instructors, the type and availability of instructional materials, educational administration and planning in relation to English teaching, English outside the educational system, British and other international support, commercial opportunities related to English instruction, creative writing, language research, and other sources of information. Current syllabi, materials, methodology, and testing for English language instruction in Israel are stable, but the resources to sustain them are not, despite a probable increase in the need for English language skills in the population. Greater need for private funding is foreseen. (MSE)