Language Schools in Vancouver, Canada

Your time is important, so it is important to find a well managed school before applying for admission. This information might help you select a language school that suits your needs.

Selecting an English School

Classroom Observations
If space is available, good language schools will allow you to observe a class for at least half a day before you apply. This is a good way to become familiar with the school. If the staff at a school refuse to allow you to observe a class, they are probably not confident in their ability to offer satisfactory training.

Affiliations
Although affiliation with a professional association does not guarantee good service, it does indicate that a school is making an effort to become a good member of the educational community. Poorly managed language schools do not usually have many professional affiliations. Here are some associations that language schools in Vancouver might belong to:

Canadian Association of Private Language Schools (CAPLS)

Teachers of English as an Additional Language (TEAL)

Teachers of English as a Second or Other Language (TESOL)

Canadian Education Centres (CEC) Network

Tourism Vancouver

School Size
Although some small language schools are well managed, they cannot offer many levels and elective courses. Larger schools also tend to have more leisure activities, better homestay programs, and superior facilities. Generally speaking, bigger is better.

Non-Traditional Programs
Some charitable organizations, churches, and private tutors offer ESL training. They sometimes offer low fees. Students should always consider the quality of the classroom instruction before applying to a language school.

Misleading Advertising
Some tutors and small language schools in Vancouver distribute lists that compare the fees and class sizes of other schools. These lists are not usually accurate and might include information that has been intentionally manipulated. The only way to obtain accurate information about a language school is to contact the school directly.

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Special Programs

The Vacation Study Program combines morning classes with afternoon sightseeing and leisure activities.  At least one sightseeing activity is usually offered each weekend. 
Internship + English
The Business Internship Program is a Super-Intensive Program for ambitious students and professionals who want to personally experience the Canadian business environment. Although this course emphasizes business skills, it is beneficial to anyone who uses English in their workplace.
TEFL / TESL Programs
Introduction to Teaching English as a Foreign Language This course is for people with little or no experience teaching languages.  The focus is on teaching English to adults in a practical, efficient manner. 
Teaching English as a Foreign Language Certificate Program The Vancouver English Centre TEFL Certificate Program is for people are serious about a career in teaching.  It focuse on teaching English to adults in a practical, efficient manner.
Vancouver English Centre encourages English language students from all over the world to enjoy a cultural immersion experience in Canada.  Although we normally have students from up to 30 different countries, we constantly try to improve the diversity of our student body.  Thus, we frequently offer scholarships to students from specific countries.

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