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VanWest College
Kelowna, Canada

104-532 Leon Ave. - V1Y 6J6 Kelowna - see on map
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  • School offers Government certified Career Training Programs.

Location: VanWest College Kelowna is an English language school located in the picturesque setting of Kelowna, in British Columbia, Canada. Known for its orchards, mountains, parks, pine forests and stunning nature, Kelowna is hailed by many as being a great place to study and live. The VanWest College Kelowna is housed in Downtown Kelowna, has excellent communication via public transport networks and has easy access to many eateries, restaurants, commercial shopping, sites of interest and attractions. Some attractions within walking distance of the school include the District on Bernard shopping mall, Kelowna City Park, Hot Sands Beach, Okanagan Lake and much more.

Course selection: The school provides English language tuition to students of all levels. General English is available over several schedules and intensities. Youth programmes for students aged 13-17 years of age are available during the summer months. Private tuition is available in conjunction with or independently from any other course or programme.

Social and cultural: VanWest College Kelowna provides a vibrant activity and excursion programme for both adult and junior students. Included within the adult activities there may be comedy nights, board games, conversation club, paddle boarding, axe throwing, nights at the movie theatre and much more! Excursions may include trips to the Farmers' Market, various winery and brewing tours, Sunday brunch and more!

English Courses

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General Language
General English 25Popular English course
25 lessons per week | 15 students (max)
Starts weekly (every Monday)
Offer!from
CA$420CA$399 / week
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Weeks 1 2 3 4 5 6 8 10 12 24 44
Price at school (CA$) Our price (CA$) 0 840 798 1,260 1,197 1,680 1,596 2,100 1,995 2,520 2,394 3,360 3,192 4,200 3,990 4,980 4,731 9,720 9,234 16,940 16,093
Price in US$ 583 875 1,166 1,458 1,749 2,332 2,915 3,456 6,746 11,756
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Starting dates
Every Monday

This course is composed of 20 General English language lessons and 5 elective courses per week

Course specific data
General course schedule
5 daily lessons of 50 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 8:30 - 12:00
Afternoon: 13:00 - 13:50
Possible course durations
2-99 weeks
Language levels of course
Suitable for all levels: Beginner (A1) - Proficiency (C2)
Minimum required student age
16 years
Students per class
Maximum: 15 / Average: 12
Lesson duration
50 min
Additional information for all courses
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General English 30Recommended English course
30 lessons per week | 15 students (max)
Starts weekly (every Monday)
Offer!from
CA$450CA$428 / week
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Weeks 1 2 3 4 5 6 8 10 12 24 44
Price at school (CA$) Our price (CA$) 0 900 855 1,350 1,283 1,800 1,710 2,250 2,138 2,700 2,565 3,600 3,420 4,500 4,275 5,340 5,073 10,440 9,918 18,260 17,347
Price in US$ 625 937 1,250 1,562 1,874 2,499 3,123 3,706 7,245 12,672
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Starting dates
Every Monday

This course is composed of 20 General English language lessons and 10 elective courses per week.

Course specific data
General course schedule
6 daily lessons of 50 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 8:30 - 12:00
Afternoon: 13:00 - 14:45
Possible course durations
2-99 weeks
Language levels of course
Suitable for all levels: Beginner (A1) - Proficiency (C2)
Minimum required student age
16 years
Students per class
Maximum: 15 / Average: 12
Lesson duration
50 min
Additional information for all courses
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General English 20
20 lessons per week | 15 students (max)
Starts weekly (every Monday)
Offer!from
CA$390CA$371 / week
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FREE cancellation up to 14 days before the start of your course.
Weeks 1 2 3 4 5 6 8 10 12 24 44
Price at school (CA$) Our price (CA$) 0 780 741 1,170 1,112 1,560 1,482 1,950 1,853 2,340 2,223 3,120 2,964 3,900 3,705 4,620 4,389 9,000 8,550 15,620 14,839
Price in US$ 542 812 1,083 1,354 1,624 2,166 2,707 3,206 6,246 10,840
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Starting dates
Every Monday
Course specific data
General course schedule
4 daily lessons of 50 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 8:30 - 12:00
Possible course durations
2-99 weeks
Language levels of course
Suitable for all levels: Beginner (A1) - Proficiency (C2)
Minimum required student age
16 years
Students per class
Maximum: 15 / Average: 12
Lesson duration
50 min
Additional information for all courses
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General English 10
10 lessons per week | 15 students (max)
Starts weekly (every Monday)
Offer!from
CA$250CA$238 / week
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FREE cancellation up to 14 days before the start of your course.
Weeks 1 2 3 4 5 6 8 10 12 24 44
Price at school (CA$) Our price (CA$) 0 500 475 750 713 1,000 950 1,250 1,188 1,500 1,425 2,000 1,900 2,500 2,375 2,940 2,793 5,640 5,358 9,460 8,987
Price in US$ 347 521 694 868 1,041 1,388 1,735 2,041 3,914 6,565
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Starting dates
Every Monday
Course specific data
General course schedule
2 daily lessons of 50 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Afternoon: 13:00 - 14:45
Possible course durations
2-99 weeks
Language levels of course
Suitable for all levels: Beginner (A1) - Proficiency (C2)
Minimum required student age
16 years
Students per class
Maximum: 15 / Average: 12
Lesson duration
50 min
Additional information for all courses
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Private
Private Lessons
4 lessons per week | 1 student (max)
Starts weekly (every Monday)
Offer!from
CA$340CA$323 / week
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Weeks 1 2 3 4 5 6 8 10 12 24 44
Price at school (CA$) Our price (CA$) 0 680 646 1,020 969 1,360 1,292 1,700 1,615 2,040 1,938 2,720 2,584 3,400 3,230 3,840 3,648 7,200 6,840 12,320 11,704
Price in US$ 472 708 944 1,180 1,416 1,888 2,360 2,665 4,997 8,550
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Starting dates
Every Monday

Private lessons are perfect for those who want to speed up their progress and focus on specific needs.

Course specific data
General course schedule
0-1 daily lessons of 50 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Afternoon: 14:50 - 15:45
Possible course durations
2-99 weeks
Language levels of course
Suitable for all levels: Beginner (A1) - Proficiency (C2)
Minimum required student age
16 years
Students per class
Maximum: 1 / Average: 1
Lesson duration
50 min
Additional information for all courses
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Work & Study
High School Preparation
30 lessons per week | 15 students (max)
Offer!from
CA$500CA$475 / week
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FREE cancellation up to 14 days before the start of your course.
Weeks 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 12
Price at school (CA$) Our price (CA$) 0 1,000 950 1,500 1,425 2,000 1,900 2,500 2,375 3,000 2,850 3,500 3,325 4,000 3,800 4,050 3,848 4,500 4,275 5,400 5,130
Price in US$ 694 1,041 1,388 1,735 2,082 2,429 2,776 2,811 3,123 3,748
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Starting dates
2026: 29 Jun 2026, 06 Jul 2026, 13 Jul 2026, 20 Jul 2026, 27 Jul 2026, 03 Aug 2026, 10 Aug 2026, 17 Aug 2026
Course specific data
General course schedule
6 daily lessons of 50 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 8:30 - 11:50
Afternoon: 13:00 - 14:45
Possible course durations
2-99 weeks
Language levels of course
Suitable for all levels: Beginner (A1) - Proficiency (C2)
Minimum required student age
13 years
Students per class
Maximum: 15 / Average: 12
Lesson duration
50 min
Additional information for all courses
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Our prices for VanWest College include

  • INCLUDED Internet access and use of school computers
  • INCLUDED Wireless LAN zone at school
  • INCLUDED Free certificate of course attendance
  • INCLUDED Language level placement test before arrival

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VanWest College

Accreditations and Quality seals
ALTOIALCLanguages CanadaQEPreferential Terms in Case of Visa Refusal
English teacher qualifications
100% hold a university degree
7% hold a recognised language teaching qualification
Languages spoken by school staff (cannot be guaranteed by school)
Student gender mix
45% male / 55% female
Offer for returning students
You will be refunded/waived the school's administration fee if you already attended previously a course at VanWest College and you book here.
Year of school foundation
2004

General school facilities

  • Microwave for student use

  • Snack vending machine

  • Drink vending machine

  • Computer lab

  • Lounge

  • Free water dispenser

  • Free WIFI

  • Non-smoking (all indoor and all outdoor areas of school)

  • Paid parking (<500m)

  • Classroom equipment

    • TV in all classrooms

    • Air conditioning in all classrooms

    • Heating in all classrooms

    • Ample natural light in some classrooms

    • Number of classrooms: 9
    • Number of public PC workstations: 6

    Facilities for disabled students

    • Wheelchair access to reception

Student Age / Nationality

Top student nationalities
Student Nationality Percentage of students
Japan 35%
Korea 15%
Brazil 3%
China 3%
Switzerland 2%
Germany 1%
Turkey 1%
Other nationalities 40%
Age of students
  Percentage of students
1-18 years 10%
18-24 years 26%
25-34 years 37%
35-50 years 18%
>50 years 9%
The average age outside summer is 6 years higher than in summer.
Average number of students
Adult courses - In summer: 80
Adult courses - Throughout the year: 50
Junior courses - In summer: 20
Junior courses - Throughout the year: 5
Minimum age of students
16 years
13 years for specific Junior courses
Average number of levels
Adult courses In summer: 7
Adult courses Throughout the year: 6
Junior courses In summer: 3
Junior courses Throughout the year: 3
Average age of students
In summer: 22 years
Throughout the year: 28 years
Read our recommendations for students in their 40s, 50s, 60s, and 70s.

Information for all courses offered by VanWest College

Lesson duration
50 minutes
School's administrative fee
CA$175
Course material
Generally, course material has to be purchased by all students at the school. The costs of course material will be approximately CA$20 per week.
Comments about courses

Other fees:

  • Linguaskill Exam Fee: CAD 100.
  • Legal Custodianship Fee (for all minors): CAD 200.
  • Medical Insurance Fee: CAD 20 per week.
Days without class
In 2026 (including national and regional bank holidays):
01 Jan 2026, 16 Feb 2026, 03 Apr 2026, 18 May 2026, 01 Jul 2026, 03 Aug 2026, 07 Sep 2026, 11 Nov 2026, 25 Dec 2026, 30 Sep 2026, 13 Oct 2026, 24 Dec 2026.
If a bank holiday falls on a weekday there is no refund nor are missed lessons recuperated. This is the case for the majority of language schools.
Level test
A test to assess your exact language level takes place at the school on the first day of the course.
Lessons needed per English language level
Level (CEFR) LESSONS needed per level WEEKS needed
(20 lessons per week)
A1 Beginner A1 to A2 80 4
A2 Elementary A2 to B1 160 8
B1 Intermediate B1 to B2 180 9
B2 Higher Intermediate B2 to C1 200 10
C1 Advanced C1 to C2 220 11
C2 Proficiency
Data above gives some guidance. For more details consult our page How long does it take to learn a language or reach a specific level.

Airport transfer

Kelowna International Airport:
CA$150 one way
CA$300 return (both ways)

Leisure activities

Leisure programme for adults & juniors (sample):
VanWest College Social Activities Calendars from April to November
VanWest College Social Activities Calendars from April to November
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Examples of leisure activities organized by the school

Adults - Free activities

Not offered

Adults - Paid activities

Not offered.

Junior - Free activities

Not offered

Junior - Paid activities

Not offered
activity possible
Ballet
Baseball
Basketball
Cooking
Cricket
Dancing
Diving
Field Hockey
Football (soccer)
Golf
Horse riding
Ice Hockey
Mountainbiking
Music
Rugby
Sailing
Skiing
Squash
Swimming
Table Tennis
Tennis
Volleyball
Windsurfing
Yoga

Accommodation

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Homestay (18 & under)
Single room, Breakfast, lunch & dinner
Shared bathroom
from
CA$400/ week
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Weeks 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 10 12 Additional
Week		 One-time fee
(charged by school)
Price in CA$ -- 800 1200 1600 2000 2400 2800 3200 4000 4800 400 250
Price in US$ 585 877 1,169 1,461 1,754 2,046 2,338 2,922 3,507 293 183
Minimum stay: 8 weeks
Prices based on accommodation from Saturday to Saturday
Price per person

The recommended minimum booking duration for Kelowna homestay is 8 weeks unless the study duration is less than 8 weeks.

Check-in
Saturday
Check-out
Saturday
Note: It is important to inform the school if you plan to arrive or leave outside the standard check in/check out times.
One-time fee
The school/accommodation provider will charge a non-refundable one-time fee of 250C$.
Price extra night
CA$80 (Individual extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price)
Room Occupancy
Single room
Average distance from school
50 minutes by public transport.
Includes
Towels, Bedding/linen, Weekly cleaning, Access to laundry service, Access to Wifi in building (Free WIFI), Heating, Shared bathroom.
Meals
Breakfast, lunch & dinner.
Minimum age of students
13
Maximum age of students
18
Dates
High season dates: 30 May 2026 - 30 Aug 2026
High season
High season supplement per week: 50 C$
Homestay-Adult
Single room, Breakfast, lunch & dinner
Shared bathroom
from
CA$380/ week
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Weeks 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 10 12 Additional
Week		 One-time fee
(charged by school)
Price in CA$ -- -- -- 1520 1900 2280 2660 3040 3800 4560 380 250
Price in US$ 1,111 1,388 1,666 1,944 2,221 2,776 3,331 278 183
Minimum stay: 8 weeks
Prices based on accommodation from Saturday to Saturday
Price per person

The recommended minimum booking duration for Kelowna homestay is 8 weeks unless the study duration is less than 8 weeks.

Check-in
Saturday
Check-out
Saturday
Note: It is important to inform the school if you plan to arrive or leave outside the standard check in/check out times.
One-time fee
The school/accommodation provider will charge a non-refundable one-time fee of 250C$.
Price extra night
CA$80 (Individual extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price)
Room Occupancy
Single room
Average distance from school
50 minutes by public transport.
Includes
Towels, Bedding/linen, Weekly cleaning, Access to laundry service, Access to Wifi in building (Free WIFI), Heating, Shared bathroom.
Meals
Breakfast, lunch & dinner.
Minimum age of students
20
Maximum age of students
51
Dates
High season dates: 30 May 2026 - 30 Aug 2026
High season
High season supplement per week: 50 C$
Kelowna Copeland Student Residence
Single room, No meals
Shared bathroom
from
CA$300/ week
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Free cancellation up to 28 days before arrival
Weeks 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 10 12 Additional
Week		 One-time fee
(charged by school)
Price in CA$ -- -- -- -- -- -- -- 2400 3000 3600 300 250
Price in US$ 1,754 2,192 2,630 220 183
Minimum stay: 8 weeks
Prices based on accommodation from Saturday to Saturday
Price per person

There is a CAD 150 non-refundable maintenance fee per person. The private bathroom option is CAD 50 more per week (CAD 350/week).

Check-in
Saturday 11:00 or later
Check-out
Saturday
Note: It is important to inform the school if you plan to arrive or leave outside the standard check in/check out times.
Deposit (refundable)
Upon arrival a refundable deposit of CA$600 is charged and will be refunded to you when you leave the accommodation provided there are no damages.
One-time fee
The school/accommodation provider will charge a non-refundable one-time fee of 250C$.
Price extra night
CA$90 (Individual extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price)
Room Occupancy
Single room
Private bathroom
Optional at 50C$
Average distance from school
16 minutes by public transport.
Includes
Bedding/linen, Weekly cleaning, Access to laundry service, Access to Wifi in building (Free WIFI), Heating, Air conditioning, Shared bathroom.
Meals
No meals.
Minimum age of students
19
Maximum age of students
51
Kelowna Copeland Student Residence
Double room (only for 2 people travelling together), No meals
Shared bathroom
from
CA$275/ week
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Free cancellation up to 28 days before arrival
Weeks 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 10 12 Additional
Week		 One-time fee
(charged by school)
Price in CA$ -- -- -- -- -- -- -- 2200 2750 3300 275 250
Price in US$ 1,608 2,009 2,411 201 183
Minimum stay: 8 weeks
Prices based on accommodation from Saturday to Saturday
Price per person

There is a CAD 60 non-refundable maintenance fee per person.

Check-in
Saturday
Check-out
Saturday
Note: It is important to inform the school if you plan to arrive or leave outside the standard check in/check out times.
Deposit (refundable)
Upon arrival a refundable deposit of CA$480 is charged and will be refunded to you when you leave the accommodation provided there are no damages.
One-time fee
The school/accommodation provider will charge a non-refundable one-time fee of 250C$.
Price extra night
CA$90 (Individual extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price)
Room Occupancy
Double room (only for 2 people travelling together)
Includes
Bedding/linen, Weekly cleaning, Access to laundry service, Access to Wifi in building (Free WIFI), Heating, Shared bathroom.
Meals
No meals.
Minimum age of students
20
Maximum age of students
51

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FAQ about VanWest College, Kelowna

I want to study at your school. How can I book ?
“Select the number of weeks you would like to enroll, the name of the course and the start date from the calculator on the school page,
then select the accommodation information (do not select any if you do not book accommodation through the school),

Click "Reserve at the lowest price" at the bottom of the calculator and follow the instructions to pay the deposit.
We will submit your registration to the school as soon as possible after receiving your deposit.”
Susan Wang, Language Travel Consultant from LanguageCourse.Net - Nov 28, 2022
Is airport pickup offered by VanWest College?
“Yes. The school offers pickup from Kelowna International Airport (150 C$)”
What is the number of students per class at VanWest College?
“Depending on the chosen course, the maximum number of students at VanWest College varies from 1 (Private Lessons ) to 15 students (General English 25)”
Which countries are students of VanWest College from?
“The highest Nationality percentage at VanWest College comes from Japan with a 35% representation, followed by students from Korea (15%) and Brazil (3%).”
VanWest College offers courses for which ages?
“VanWest College offers courses from 13 years to 99. Average age is 22 during the summer and 28 for the rest of the year.”

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Leisure programme for adults & juniors (sample):
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Terms of VanWest College

First day of course
Written and oral level test is performed. Students should arrive at 9:00
Payment methods accepted for payments made directly to the school
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Legal name/parent company
VanWest College Ltd | Tax registration ID: 17-145612

Visa Documents

Nationals from USA do not require a visa for travelling to Canada and attending a language course.
Check visa requirements for nationals from other countries.
Nationals from countries that require a visa will receive documents from the school, related to booking confirmation, which is required for the visa application.
Full payment of all fees required before school dispatches documents required for visa application
Yes
Express shipment fee (via courier)
200 C$
Preferential cancellation terms in case of visa refusal
School agreed that students booking online on this site will benefit from preferential cancellation fees in case of visa refusal, and in this case will never exceed EUR 180.
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