ESL Summer School in Vancouver, Canada

Tamwood International Camps, Vancouver:
Every summer, Tamwood International Colllege runs an English language summer camp for kids and teens ages 7-17 in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada. The summer camp program happens on the campus of Simon Fraser University (SFU) and features English language classes, exciting lessons in sports and creative activities, cultural events and sightseeing excursions in and around Vancouver. Accommodation options include residence on campus, host families and self-arranged.

Summer Camp Programs:
Both the Summer Camp for Juniors 7-12 and the Teen Summer Program for teens 13-18 combine English classes with instructional and recreational activities, sightseeing tours and social and cultural events. The goals of these programs are to teach students English, to educate them about the world through integration with students and staff of different cultures, to raise their awareness of international issues, to teach them valuable skills that will last their life time and to give them a wonderful and memorable experience. All aspects of both programs including the classes, activities, staff, tours, meals and accommodation, are designed to ensure that these goals are achieved. English Classes 3 hours per day of classes, 5 days per week.

- Small classes (maximum 15 students per class)

- English classes rotate from morning to afternoon on a weekly basis

- Initial placement test and regular evaluations are given to ensure students are at the correct level.

Activities include:
Three days per week students take part in activities held on campus. Students will rotate daily through different activities so that over the summer they will have the opportunity to try all of the following:
 
•Rock Climbing
•Drama
•Archery
•Tennis
•Badminton
•Hiking
•Martial Arts
•Baseball
•Basketball
•Hiking
•Swimming
•Arts and Crafts
•Volleyball
•Soccer
•E-mail
•Football
•Scavenger Hunts
•Skin care and Beauty classes

Teen students enjoy at least three evening activities off campus each week including beach nights, shopping, movies, and festivals. Students living off campus spend evenings with their host families.

Off Campus Days and Excursions: Two afternoons and one full day per week students go off campus for sightseeing, shopping, cultural events and exciting activities.