Quest Language Studies, Toronto, Canada

Students rated Quest Language Studies, Toronto : 4.1/5.0   (112 reviews)

Events during which it may be particularly attractive to visit Toronto:

Harbourfront Summer Festival (01.Jun.2013 - 31.Aug.2013), Caribana (28.Jul.2013 - 04.Aug.2013)

Other English schools in Toronto offering English courses:  ACCESS International English Language Centre 4.1/5.0  , Berlitz 4.8/5.0  , ILAC - International Language Academy of Canada 4.0/5.0  , LSI - Language Studies International 3.7/5.0  , Sol Schools 4.2/5.0  , Study & Live in your Teacher's Home 5.0/5.0 

General Information on Quest Language Studies

Facilities

Cafeteria, microwave for student use, fridge for student use, computer lab, free after-class access to language learning software, lounge, movie rental, movie room, games room, student support desk, gym, table soccer / football, printer for student use, free WIFI, free water dispenser

Classroom equipment

TV, air conditioning, heating in all classrooms.
Ample natural light in most classrooms.

Accreditations and Quality seals of Quest Language Studies, Toronto

Airport transfer

Best arrival airport is Pearson International.  It takes 25 minutes by car to school.

All prices in Can$ (convert currency). Below the original school prices are displayed.  The 5% DISCOUNT on the tuition fee will automatically be deducted on receipt of your registration.

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1

Super Intensive / Master 30
Lessons per week: 30  | Max. group size: 14
355 Can$ per week

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Students can take Period 1 to 5. Maximum number of students in period 5 is four.
Starting dates	Every Monday .
General course schedule	Lessons will be scheduled within the following times according to your level: Morning: 9:00  - 12:15 Afternoon: 13:00  - 17:00
Required minimum language level	Beginner (A1) - No previous knowledge required

2

Intensive / Major 25
Lessons per week: 25  | Max. group size: 14
315 Can$ per week

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Students can take Period 1 to 4.
Starting dates	Every Monday .
General course schedule	Lessons will be scheduled within the following times according to your level: Morning: 9:00  - 12:15 Afternoon: 13:00  - 15:45
Required minimum language level	Beginner (A1) - No previous knowledge required

3

Semi-Intensive / Minor 20
Lessons per week: 20  | Max. group size: 14
280 Can$ per week

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Students can take one of the following: Option 1. Period 1 (Grammar); Period 2 (Communication); Period 3(Elective Workshops); Option 2. Period 2 (Communication); 3 and 4(two Elective Workshops).
Starting dates	Every Monday .
General course schedule	Lessons will be scheduled within the following times according to your level: Morning: 9:00  - 12:15 Afternoon: 13:00  - 14:15
Required minimum language level	Beginner (A1) - No previous knowledge required
Exam fee	235 Can$

4

Part-time Plus / Light 15
Lessons per week: 15  | Max. group size: 14
225 Can$ per week

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Students can take one of the following: Option 1. Period 1 ( Grammar ) and 2 ( Communication) Option 2. Period 2 and 3(Elective Workshops) plus English Action Club Period on Friday Option 3. Period 3, 4 (Elective Workshops) and 5(Intensive Communication Skills Development) plus English Action Club Period on Friday.
Starting dates	Every Monday .
General course schedule	Lessons will be scheduled within the following times according to your level: Morning: 9:00  - 12:15 Afternoon: 0  - 0
Required minimum language level	Beginner (A1) - No previous knowledge required

5

Optional Chat Buddy Program
Lessons per week: 5  | Max. group size: 5
40 Can$ per week

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This program is optional and must be combined with any full-time program (20 hours per week or more). It allows students to practice their conversational skills with a native Canadian outside of school.
Starting dates	Every Day .
Required minimum language level	Beginner (A1) - No previous knowledge required

6

Focus on Communication
Lessons per week: 25  | Max. group size: 14
315 Can$ per week

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Course starts every other Monday. Periods 2 to 5. It combines the morning foundation communication periods with select afternoon communication workshops such as Power Speaking and Debating. In the final period, students can effectively practice and develop their communication skills by learning at the student-teacher ratio of 5 to 1. In addition to class work, this course includes field trips and 1 Chat Buddy session (up to 5 hours) per month.
Starting dates	Every Monday .
General course schedule	Lessons will be scheduled within the following times according to your level: Morning: 10:15  - 12:15 Afternoon: 13:00  - 17:00
Required minimum language level	Beginner (A1) - No previous knowledge required

7

Optional Guided-Self Study
Lessons per week: 5  | Max. group size: 1
35 Can$ per week

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Offered only in combination with a 20-hour per week/minor program to supplement and expand your studies. You will be provided with: instructor support and detailed lesson plans for guided learning, your own laptop, English audio/ video material, and access to the latest language software and Internet-based learning tools.
Starting dates	Every Monday .
Required minimum language level	Elementary (A2)

8

Teacher Homestay English Immersion
Lessons per week: 15  | Max. group size: 1
1200 Can$ per week

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15 hours per week Private English lessons at the instructor's home, full-board, single room accommodation. Placement fee is $200.
Starting dates	Every Day .
Required minimum language level	Beginner (A1) - No previous knowledge required

9

Business Internship CPP (Paid internship)
Lessons per week: 25  | Max. group size: 14
Can$ per week

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Price in Can$	--	--	--	--	--	--	--	3680	4300	4920	7800
50% of the program involves intensive English study (25 hours/week). Work period cannot exceed the duration of studies. Students must have at least Quest Level 8 by start of internship. Otherwise students will be asked to take more English classes until they reach the minimum level required. The course duration is from 4 to 24 months. Regardless of the course duration, students must obtain a study permit and a work permit. Tuition includes standard internship placement fee. ($1200)
Starting dates	Every Monday .
General course schedule	Lessons will be scheduled within the following times according to your level: Morning: 9:00  - 12:15 Afternoon: 13:00  - 15:45
Required minimum language level	Upper intermediate (B2)

10

Advantage CPP (Unpaid internship)
Lessons per week: 25  | Max. group size: 14
283 Can$ per week (Based on the price of 8 weeks)

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50% of the program involves intensive English study (25 hours/week). Work period cannot exceed the duration of studies. This program offers more flexibility in terms of course duration and job selections compared to paid internship program. Students must have at least Quest Level 7 prior to start of internship. Tuition includes a $1000 internship placement fee. Regardless of the course duration, students must obtain a study permit and a work permit. The program is offered from 2 to 6 months.
Starting dates	Every Monday .
General course schedule	Lessons will be scheduled within the following times according to your level: Morning: 9:00  - 12:15 Afternoon: 13:00  - 15:45
Required minimum language level	Upper intermediate (B2)

11

Business English
Lessons per week: 25  | Max. group size: 14
315 Can$ per week (Based on the price of 4 weeks)

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Minimum duration: 2 weeks. This class consists of 3 hours of business English foundation classes and 2 elective afternoon workshops (2.5 hours, Mon-Thu) such as Business Writing, Job Search, Marketing, etc. Additional period can be added for super intensive study.
Starting dates	Every Monday .
General course schedule	Lessons will be scheduled within the following times according to your level: Morning: 9:00  - 12:15 Afternoon: 13:00  - 15:45
Required minimum language level	Upper intermediate (B2)

12

Working Holiday CPP
Lessons per week: 25  | Max. group size: 14
615 Can$ per week (Based on the price of 4 weeks)

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Students must have a valid working holiday visa to take this program. Placement fee: $1200.00 (included in cost of tuition). Please note that some specialized fields require a $2000.00 placement fee (Engineering, Investment, Law, Journalism...) Prior to start of internship, minimum 4 weeks intensive (25 hours/week) study is required. If students wish to take less than 8 weeks of English course, a curriculum must be submitted at least 8 weeks prior to the course start date.
Starting dates	Every Monday .
General course schedule	Lessons will be scheduled within the following times according to your level: Morning: 9:00  - 12:15 Afternoon: 13:00  - 15:45
Required minimum language level	Upper intermediate (B2)

13

TOEFL Preparation Course
Lessons per week: 25  | Max. group size: 14
315 Can$ per week (Based on the price of 4 weeks)

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Part-time is also available. See description below. Standard TOEFL Preparation Course: Period 1-3 (20hours per week). TOEFL Preparation Light: Period 1 and 2 or 3-5 (15hours per week). TOEFL Power Preparation(recommended): Period 1-4 (25hours per week). TOEFL Power Preparation Super Intensive: Period 1-5 Plus English in Action Club on Friday (30hours per week).
Starting dates	Every Monday .
General course schedule	Lessons will be scheduled within the following times according to your level: Morning: 9:00  - 12:15 Afternoon: 13:00  - 15:45
Required minimum language level	Upper intermediate (B2)
Exam fee	240 Can$

14

Academic Pathway Program
Lessons per week: 25  | Max. group size: 14
333 Can$ per week (Based on the price of 12 weeks)

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Entry tests are required to qualify for the program. Minimum duration: 12 weeks. Morning classes aim students to build a solid academic foundation in reading and listening and prepare them for studying at the college/university level. In the afternoon, the focus is on developing academic writing skills. Period 5 can be added for lecture style exercises.
Starting dates	Every Monday .
General course schedule	Lessons will be scheduled within the following times according to your level: Morning: 9:00  - 12:15 Afternoon: 13:00  - 15:45
Required minimum language level	Advanced (C1)

15

IELTS Preparation Program
Lessons per week: 25  | Max. group size: 14
315 Can$ per week (Based on the price of 4 weeks)

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IELTS Preparation Light: Period 1 and 2 or 3-5 and English in Action Club (15 hours per week). IELTS Power Preparation Super Intensive: Period 1-5 Plus English in Action Club on Friday (30hours per week).
Starting dates	Every Monday .
General course schedule	Lessons will be scheduled within the following times according to your level: Morning: 9:00  - 12:15 Afternoon: 13:00  - 15:45
Required minimum language level	Upper intermediate (B2)
Exam fee	295 Can$

Note: All courses offered by Quest Language Studies, Toronto can be booked online with LanguageCourse.Net. In case a course is not listed above, just mention the course description in the comment field of the online registration form.
Lesson duration (minutes):	60 minutes
School's administrative fee:	100.00  Can$
Individual classes:	Single individual lessons of tuition can be booked at 55 Can$. The combination of group and individual lessons is highly recommended. Individual lessons will encourage you to actively speak the foreign language and will offer you the opportunity to discuss individual problems and weaknesses.
Exams offered:	TOEFL ,  IELTS ,  TOEIC
Average examination results:	85 at TOEFL 800 at TOEIC
Language school closed:	In 2013 (including national and regional bank holidays): 01.Jan.2013, 18.Feb.2013, 29.Mar.2013, 01.Apr.2013, 20.May.2013, 01.Jul.2013, 05.Aug.2013, 02.Sep.2013, 14.Oct.2013, 24.Dec.2013 - 31.Dec.2013
Languages spoken by school staff (cannot be guaranteed by school):	Japanese, Korean, Portuguese, French, Spanish, English, Russian
Comments about courses:	Period 1, 09.00-10.00: grammar foundation. Period 2, 10.15-12.15: communication foundation. Period 3, 13.00-14.15: elective workshops or focused courses. Period 4, 14.30-15.45: elective workshops or focused courses. Period 5, 16.00-17.00: intensive communication skills development (maximum 4 students per classroom). English in Action Clubs: held every Friday (1 p.m. - 2:15 p.m.), the fun, perfect way to practice and further develop your language skills. Clubs are provided free of charge to students registering for minimum 20 hours per week. Material fees: $5/week plus $60 for two texts for full-time and $30 for one text for part-time program. New texts required every 10-12 weeks. $60 for TOEFL $50 for TOEIC and Business English Other fees: - Document Express Courier Service: $60 - Custodianship letter for minors: $50 - Program change: $50

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Basic Residence - Student House
Single room, No meals  | Minimum stay in weeks: 2
175 Can$ per week

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Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday Price per person Private homes occupied by the owner of the house, students or by both. Some residences offer Internet access and TV in room. Please note that basic residence are not located in the city center. Distance from school: 45 minutes by public transport Includes: TV, Phone, Bedding/linen, Access to laundry service, Kitchen, Heating, No meals, Shared bathroom. Room Occupancy: Single room. Price extra night: 25 Can$ Individual extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price.

2

Homestay
Single room, Half board
195 Can$ per week

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Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday Price per person Surcharge may be applied for special requests such as in-room Internet access, private bathroom, special dietary requirements. Double room available upon request (two singles or one double bed). Only available for two students traveling together. Distance from school: 45 minutes by public transport Includes: TV, Phone, Towels, Bedding/linen, Heating, Half board, Shared bathroom. Room Occupancy: Single room. Price extra night: 28 Can$ Individual extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price.
Dates	High season dates 01.Jun.2013
High season	High season supplement per day: 2 Can$

3

Homestay
Single room, Full board (breakfast + lunch + dinner)
205 Can$ per week

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Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday Price per person Surcharge may be applied for special requests such as in-room Internet access, private bathroom, special dietary requirements. Double room available upon request (two singles or one double bed). Only available for two students traveling together. Distance from school: 40 minutes by public transport Includes: TV, Phone, Towels, Bedding/linen, Heating, Full board (breakfast + lunch + dinner), Shared bathroom. Room Occupancy: Single room. Price extra night: 30 Can$ Individual extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price.
Dates	High season dates 01.Jun.2013 - 31.Aug.2013
High season	High season supplement per day: 2 Can$

4

Homestay
Single room, No meals
175 Can$ per week

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Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday Price per person Generally students are not allowed to use the kitchen in the house. If you prefer to cook your own meals, we recommend Basic Residence (self-catering). Surcharge may be applied for special requests such as in-room Internet access, private bathroom, special dietary requirements. Double room available upon request (two singles or one double bed). Only available for two students traveling together. Distance from school: 45 minutes by public transport Includes: TV, Phone, Towels, Bedding/linen, Access to laundry service, Kitchen, Heating, No meals, Shared bathroom. Room Occupancy: Single room. Price extra night: 25 Can$ Individual extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price.
Dates	High season dates 01.Jun.2013
High season	High season supplement per day: 2 Can$

5

Private Apartment
Single room, No meals
700 Can$ per week

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Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Sunday Price per room Price varies depending on the size and location of the apartment you select ($70-$120/night) and the time of year. All apartments are fully equipped and completely furnished. Distance from school: 15 minutes walking Includes: TV, Phone, Towels, Bedding/linen, Weekly cleaning, Access to laundry service, Kitchen, Access to Wifi (wireless LAN) in building, Heating, Air conditioning, No meals, Private bathroom. Room Occupancy: Single room. Price extra night: 100 Can$ Individual extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price.
Dates	High season dates 20.May.2013 - 30.Sep.2013
High season

Comment	All accommodations are inspected and screened by our accommodation staff. Student will receive detailed information (pictures, interactive map, contact information...) on his/her accommodation 2-4 weeks prior to his/her arrival. Our on-site accommodation staff will assist you, if any problem or concern arise during your stay.
Max. 1 student of each nationality possible?	no
Single room	always
Optional airport transfer:	Lester B. Pearson International (YYZ): for 160 Can$ (return trip) Lester B. Pearson International (YYZ): for 120 Can$ (one way)

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