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ESL School in Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada

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Since 1998, ECSL has been offering exceptional ESL training to international students in Halifax, Nova Scotia - on Canada's Atlantic coast. The school is located in the heart of downtown Halifax. If you are looking for superior English language training in a beautiful location, East Coast School of Languages is the award-winning school to choose!


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ECSL is an independent Quality English ESL school for adults owned and managed by ESL instructors since 1998. The school caters to motivated students who want to work hard to achieve academic excellence and personal success. ECSL is located in downtown Halifax, close to restaurants, universities, libraries, grocery stores, markets, and shops.

Our current campus was purpose-built in 2011 and is bright and welcoming – most students are surprised to find such bright colours in a school. They love the warm atmosphere and enjoy relaxing and studying in our spacious student lounge.

ECSL has capacity for 200 students in 19 classrooms. Class sizes are small – usually between 8 and 10 students, with slightly larger classes for higher academic levels. Minimum age is 17.

ECSL has a diverse student population. In 2012 we welcomed students from thirty countries including South Africa, Korea, Brazil, Rwanda, Saudi Arabia, Mexico, China, Colombia, Haiti and Morocco.

We offer 5 main programs of study: English for Communication, University Achievement Pathway (with bridging level), International Business English, Exam Preparation, and Teaching English to Young Learners.


 

Photo of ESL School in Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada Why Choose Halifax!
Halifax has the features of a big city in a small, compact city setting.  Nestled on the edge of the Atlantic Ocean, this cosmopolitan port city offers the best of two worlds – a rich history with a close connection to the sea and a vibrant, young culture.

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Smart City: Halifax has built its economic base on knowledge industries.  With a highly educated workforce, that's a high collective IQ.  It’s no wonder, since Halifax is the education centre for the Atlantic provinces!  That’s why more than 30,000 students choose to study in one of our seven post-secondary institutions each year.

Cool City: Halifax has something for everyone: a vibrant music scene, amazing restaurants, museums and galleries.  This metropolis offers exciting city life, yet it’s only a 20 minute drive to the gorgeous Nova Scotia countryside.

Weather: Nova Scotia has a temperate climate, with pleasant springs, colorful falls, and a summer that brings an average high temperature of 22º C (73º F). Winters are never too cold to enjoy great outdoor activities.  Average temperatures during the winter months of December to March range from -5º to -1º C.

Recreation: Nova Scotia is home to some of the world's most beautiful natural sites.  From sandy beaches and headland cliffs to pristine lakes and lush farmland, the province boasts an array of year-round recreational opportunities. Cycling, kayaking and hiking are all popular summer activities.


School / Office Address: 1256 Barrington Street
Halifax
Nova Scotia Ba31Y6
Canada
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