English school in downtown Vancouver, Canada

Kaplan International Vancouver:
Kaplan International offers English language courses to students from around the world in our English school in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada. 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 exams and Academic Year / Semester programs for international students who wish to study English in Canada.

Our English school is located in downtown Vancouver, 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.

Location and Facilities:

Vancouver Highlights:

• Enjoy the 1000 acres of wilderness at Stanley Park, where you can bike or roller skate around the seawall, hike the interior, visit the Aquarium, or swim in the ocean
• Hop on a bus or rent a car to Whistler Mountain for skiing and snowboarding, or head to the Rocky Mountains for truly breathtaking scenery
• Browse the trendy shops on Denman and Robson streets
• Admire the treasures in the Vancouver Art Gallery then experience a panoramic view from the Lookout at Harbour Centre
• Take a trip to Victoria, the capital of British Columbia and enjoy high tea at the Empress Hotel
• Tour Vancouver Island and stop at Tofino for whale watching and see the rugged beauty and pounding ocean waves of the west coast of Canada
• Visit the North Shore Mountains and get an eagle's view of Vancouver from the Skyride to the top of Grouse Mountain
• Experience local foods and crafts at Granville Island Public Market
• Enjoy the nightlife: clubs, restaurants, concerts, sports and outdoor cafes
• Watch the crews and actors as they film in "Hollywood North"

School Facilities Include:

- Classrooms
There are 35 classrooms that are fully equipped with quality learning materials, comfortable study seating and state-of-the art audio-visual equipment.

- Multimedia and IT Centre
There are computers with free internet access in the multimedia centres along with a vast collection of learning software for students’ use. The multimedia centre is a great place to utilize technology to maximize your learning.

- Sports Facilities
There are many sports and fitness centres nearby. As well, students can join a sports club for dance, boxing and other sporting activities.

- Student Lounges
A large space for you to sit and enjoy free Wi-Fi on your laptop, have a coffee with your new friends, or check out the e-bulletin boards for excursions and current events. There are numerous food courts located near the school or you can bring your lunch and eat it in the student lounges.

- Library
The city library is a ten minute walk away from the school.

- Activities/Social Program
From the school, students can easily explore all of Vancouver’s attractions on foot or by skytrain/ bus. PLI Vancouver arranges a full schedule of excursions and activities, including day and night skiing at nearby Whistler Mountain and Grouse Mountain in winter and hiking or white water rafting in summer.