×
Search for Schools

Study English in Vancouver

Contact Our School

VanWest College, Vancouver:
With two locations in Vancouver and Kelowna in British Columbia, western Canada, VanWest College VanWest College offers a variety of English language training programs including intensive English. general English, business English, Cambridge courses PET, FCE and CAE, TEFL, IELTS, TOEIC and TOEFL preparation, business career programs with internships and youth programs. We also provide courses online. VanWest College Vancouver is an official testing centre for Cambridge and TOEIC and has been accredited by the Canadian Association of Private Language Schools and is a member of the CEC Network and recognized by Industry Canada.

Email: Contact us here 

( or request a callback ).
Our teachers are fully qualified with university degrees, TESL certification and experience in the ESL industry. Teachers and classes are regularly evaluated to ensure our high standards are maintained. VanWest College has over 10 years of experience in providing safe, comfortable and friendly host families.

Quality:

VanWest College offers
* Structured Intensive English programs
* Study/work internships for a professional career advantage
* Links to recognized certificate and diploma programs in travel, business, hospitality, arts and career options with our partnership schools.
* Academic and Business English Programs: Cambridge University Diplomas, BEC, TOEFL, TOEIC preparation
* Challenging internet-based learning program options

Exciting, interactive classes, proven teaching methods, monthly reviews and testing and strict “English Only” rules keep VanWest College’s standards high. Small class sizes mean students receive a high level of teacher attention and assistance.

Programs:

- English (ESL) Programs for all levels beginner to advanced
- Intensive English
- Business English
- English for Specific Purposes including job skills, idioms & slang, pronunciation, debate & discussion, reading & writing skills
- Cambridge Exam Preparation Courses PET, FCE and CAE
- TOEIC, TOEFL, IELTS Exam Preparation Courses
- Group Courses
- Private Tuition
- Business and Career Programs with internships
- Cambridge Teaching Knowledge Test (TKT) and TEFL Courses
- Summer annd Winter Youth Programs

Accommodation :

We offer a wide range of options including homestay and self-catering accommodation.

Homestay

Staying with a Canadian family is the fastest way to improve your English. VanWest College has over 10 years of experience in providing safe, comfortable and friendly host families. All families have been interviewed, visited prior to placement and evaluated. Our Homestay Coordinator is available on-site to provide assistance to students.

Self-Catering
Vancouver offers a wide range of affordable alternative accommodations. Examples of these include: hotels, The YMCA of Greater Vancouver, the international youth hostels, bed and breakfast accommodation, rooming houses, apartment (private and semi private) and independant homestay.

Arrival Information:

Vancouver and Kelowna offer modern and easy to use transportation facilities. They include the Vancouver and Kelowna International Airports, intercity bus services, and national rail services.

VanWest Airport Pick Up Service in Vancouver
Our airport pick-up service is performed by Language Limousine. At the airport arrival greeting area, look for a large yellow sign with your name on it.

VanWest Airport Pick Up Service in Kelowna
At the airport arrival greeting area, look for your Homestay Family, who will be holding a VanWest College sign with your name on it.

Weekend Trips and Adventures:

Our Activity Coordinator organizes weekend trips to Victoria, located on Vancouver Island (1.5 hours by ferry), Seattle (located in the United States, just 2 hours from Vancouver) and Whistler (the world famous ski resort, 2 hours from Vancouver).

Learning English in Real World Situations
Learning English in Vancouver means more than coming to class every day. A large part of your experience will be after school hours when you will meet new friends and enjoy all that Vancouver and Kelowna have to offer. We organize a variety of activities to suit people of all nationalities and interests.

Some activities include hockey games, pub nights, festivals, concerts, hiking, biking, cultural days, yoga, restaurants, skating, skiing, movie nights, football games, beach parties and free conversation club (Monday – Thursday). We speak English only at all activities!

School Events

School events are also organized regularly to bring students together. Such events include: guest speakers, monthly parties, boat cruises, disco nights, barbecue dinners on the beach, etc.

Email: Contact Us
Request a Callback
Address: 200 - 1016 Nelson Street, Vancouver, BC , Canada
Related Schools & Programs. Inquire to our admissions team today:
Omnicom School of Languages, Toronto
Courses / Programs
Learn English in Toronto with Omnicom School of Languages! Conveniently situated in North York (only 12km from Downtown Toronto), we have more than 40 years of experience in providing top-quality English language courses to students from around the world.

At Omnicom, we offer group English classes and private English lessons to adult students of all levels - from total beginner to advanced. We also have a campus in Calgary, Alberta.

You can choose from short to long-term study options, with courses ranging from 2 to 48 weeks in length. We also provide a range of Summer & Winter ESL programs at our schools.

Upon arrival, you will take a complete placement test (listening, speaking, reading, writing, structures & grammar) to ensure that you are placed at the correct level. You will be awarded a Certificate after you successfully complete your studies.

We have a variety of English language courses to suit all your needs, including a homestay program for you to experience North American culture and lifestyle. In addition, we arrange exciting and fun activities to guarantee a rich and fulfilling experience. 

Student Testimonial:
"Omnicom is an excellent school. There are many good teachers and I have classmates from many different countries, this is very interesting because I can learn about other cultures. Once you are in Canada, you can learn a lot of vocabulary because you need to communicate all the time in English. I’m very happy here. It’s a terrific experience!"
- Vanessa, Brazil
English Language Courses for Adults:
Beginner to Advanced Level 
- Intensive English Programs
- Private English Lessons
- Summer/Winter Language Activity Courses

Level-Specific English Courses:
- English Exam Prep (IELTS, TOEIC, TOEFL iBT, Cambridge FCE/CAE, CAEL, GRE, GMAT)
- Study & Work in Canada
- Academic/College Prep Pathways
- Business English
- English for Tourism & Hospitality
- English for Nursing
- Power English for Life
- Focus on Communication
- Homestay Program
- TESL Teacher Training (Calgary only)
Focus Education Centre of Canada, Mississauga, Ontario
Courses / Programs
• Situated in Mississauga, Ontario, Focus Education Centre of Canada is an English language school that provides English language exam preparation courses to local students and international students.

• Our aim is to prepare you to achieve high scores in internationally-recognized English language and post graduate examinations, specializing in group preparation for the IELTS (International English Language Testing System).

• For students who need to reach the IELTS level, we recommend our Focus on English program. This is a general English class that helps students improve their language skills in all areas.

• Our group classes are suitable for all levels, from beginner to advanced.

• We also offer group classes and private tutoring in preparation for the CELPIP exam (Canadian English Language Proficiency Index Program).

• In addition, students preparing for medical postgraduate studies can prepare for their MCAT, MCCEE, & USMLE exams with us.

• Our school is located in the heart of Mississauga, a truly multicultural and exciting city 23km (15 miles) west of Toronto.

• We teach English language students, but also anyone who want to improve their English language skills to help them further in life.

Student Review:
"What a pleasure to work with this team. I passed the TOEFL and now submitting score for College admissions. Focus Education helped me to improve my life in several ways and today I feel more comfortable communicating with the average Canadian and American."
- Linda
English Language / Exam Preparation Courses:

• Focus on English (General English) Program

Exam Preparation Courses:
• CELPIP
• IELTS 
• TOEFL 
• CAEL 
• MELAB

Business English Writing Course:
Business grammar, writing mechanics, and business documents are covered.

Medical Exam Prep Programs:
• MCCQE 1 & 2; 3. USMLE Step 1, USMLE Step 2 CK & CS; NAC OSCE

Career Training / IT Courses:
• Data Analytics, Data Science, SAP FICO training, Microsoft Office Suite / Windows, Adobe Suite training, QuickBooks accounting software, ISO training & certification courses.
Kaplan International Vancouver
Courses / Programs
• Kaplan International offers English language courses to students from around the world at our English school in Downtown Vancouver BC. We have gained an international reputation for high academic standards and innovative teaching techniques. 

• Our courses include intensive English, exam preparation for the TOEFL and Cambridge FCE, CAE & CPE exams and Academic Year / Semester programs for international students who wish to study English in Canada.

• We offer a comprehensive selection of English courses of varying lengths and levels of intensity. You can also personalise your courses to match your language goals through electives and supplementary study sessions. We welcome students of all levels and our qualified and experienced teachers help you to learn English quickly.

• Our English school is located close to the famous Robson Street and just a few steps from the exceptional shopping district, spectacular harbour and mountain views.

• Students have easy access to local ski resorts such as Canada's famous Whistler Mountain and beautiful Canadian national parks.
English Language Courses:
• General English
• Intensive English
• General & Intensive English Academic Year or Semester
• Vacation English
• Business English for professionals

English Exam Preparation Programs:
• Cambridge Exam Prep (FCE, CAE, CPE)
• IELTS Exam Preparation
• TOEFL & Academic English courses
Metropolitan College, Toronto
Courses / Programs
Metropolitan College in downtown Toronto, Ontario offers Specialized English Language programs (ESL) for international and Canadian students. Our English courses are ideal for professional preparation, academic preparation or personal enrichment.

You can purchase block packages of 5, 10, 20 or 40 classes. Classes are available 7 days a week (mornings, afternoons and evenings) at our Toronto campus. All programs are results-focused, preparing students to become successful communicators.

All classes are small, and we ensure that you receive the attention you need to achieve your goals. Our small classes also give you more opportunity to participate in conversation, and begin to communicate more easily from the very first day!

Metropolitan College is located on The Danforth, one of the most vibrant areas of downtown Toronto. Just steps from the Pape subway station, it is easily accessible. The College is surrounded by many welcoming restaurants, distinctive shops, lively bars and pubs, entertaining theater, lounges featuring live music and trendy cafes.
Beginner to Advanced level English Classes:

- Full Time ESL program
- iSpeak ENGLISH! (a unique course that helps you improve all skills while focusing on speaking)
- Full-time IELTS test preparation course
- Business English / Corporate training classes

Classes are purchased in blocks of 5, 10, 20, or 40 - available on-campus in the morning, afternoon & evening.

Also: 
English Pronunciation training
Private English lessons (including for TOEFL test prep, MELAB / TOEIC test prep, Cambridge ESOL exam prep, customized English conversation classes..)
ILSC Vancouver
Courses / Programs
Medical English Diploma now available at ILSC - Vancouver.

Designed for Medical Professionals
Learn Medical English Terminology
Communicate Effectively in Medical Situations
Practice by Exploring Medical Case Studies and Describing Patient Conditions
Gain the Ability to Describe and Explain Medical Symptoms and Procedures in English

Medical English Program Overview
The Medical English Diploma Program is made up of 3 individual 4-week certificates. Students can complete individual certificates or take all 3 to earn the diploma. The certificates can be taken in any order (not necessarily sequentially) so students can enter the program at the start of any ILSC session.
Certificates:
Pharmacy, Examination Results, and Systems of the Body
Emergency Care, Surgery and Systems of the Body
Personal and Specialty Care, and Systems of the Body
World Life Education Center, Toronto
Courses / Programs
World Life Education Center is an innovative school, located in Toronto, Ontario, Canada, aimed at a diverse audience seeking to learn English in a native English speaking country. We cater to students from within Canada as well as international students.

The World Life Education Center's education programs were developed specifically for the global learning needs. Prepared with up-to-date knowledge of educational theory, World Life Education Center's students practice the skills they have learned in actual classroom situations throughout the programs. This hands-on approach to learning gives students the skills they need to excel in their future careers.We promise that our students will have the linguistic ability to function effectively in an international environment; the intellectual capacity to adapt to constant change; and the leadership potential to make the fullest possible contribution to the development of the community for the good of all its people.

For our international students, we can provide boarding and lodging facilities upon request and we can also help them attain a student visa.
-ESL (all 8 levels)

-Aptitude Test Preparation (TOEFL, IELTS, GMAT, GRE, SAT)

-University Bridge - provide ESL or English support in all aspects to students whose native language is not English to give them the opportunity to enroll in the university of their choice

-Study Tour Programs - Students are provided with vocabulary & history locations & events. This prepares participants to understand and communicate in English during the tours and subsequently in real life