Price comparison: 1 week Junior (<18 years) English course including accommodation
With over 20 years of experience, and as one of the world leaders for language trips abroad we have enabled unforgettable experiences for thousands of teenagers worldwide:
- Fun activities every afternoon and options for weekend excursions.
- Programs with 24/7 support and emergency phone number provided by schools.
- Making friends from all over the world.
- Offered by the leading language schools with high quality teaching standards.
We understand that especially for children and younger teenagers safety is of utmost importance and we assist you:
- Arranging safe pickup from airport.
- Choosing programs with experienced monitors if you require 24h monitoring.
- Choosing programs with daily accompanied transfer from accommodation to school or with on campus/residential accommodation.
- Special dietary requirements can generally be provided. Just let us know and we will check with the school.
Want to travel together with your child? Maybe take a course yourself at the same time? Contact our language travel experts and we will be happy to consult about the best program for you.
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Young Adult Program: CAE Exam Preparation (16 to 18 years old)
Designed to match the fast pace of young adults' learning. Exam preparation as principal course plus 5 online academic skills lessons.The Cambridge English Program is the most effective way to develop English fluency and improve communication skills. This program prepares students for internationally recognized exams. Students will improve their overall English skills and learn to communicate fluently with native speakers.
Students write a practice Cambridge test every second week to measure their progress. By tracking their success, students will know when they are ready to take the official Cambridge examination.
Lessons per week: 35 (40 minutes per lesson)
Young Adult Summer Camp (15 to 18 years old)
Package Includes:
- 30 English Lessons per week
- Homestay Placement fee
- Single Homestay Accommodation with 3 meals per day
- Activities
- Notarized Custodianship Letter
- Student Fees (Materials, ILAC Care +++++)
- Meals are included in some activities
- 2-way Airport Transfers
- Coach Transportation is included in some activities
Lessons per week: 30 (40 minutes per lesson)
Max. students per class: 20
Average number of levels (Junior courses): 17 (In summer) - 17 (Throughout the year)
Young Adult Program: CPE Exam Preparation (16 to 18 years old)
Designed to match the fast pace of young adults' learning. Exam preparation as principal course plus 5 online academic skills lessons. The Cambridge English Program is the most effective way to develop English fluency and improve communication skills. This program prepares students for internationally recognized exams. Students will improve their overall English skills and learn to communicate fluently with native speakers.
Students write a practice Cambridge test every second week to measure their progress. By tracking their success, students will know when they are ready to take the official Cambridge examination.
Lessons per week: 35 (40 minutes per lesson)
Young Adult Program: FCE Exam Preparation (16 to 18 years old)
Designed to match the fast pace of young adults' learning. Exam preparation as principal course plus 5 online academic skills lessons. The Cambridge English Program is the most effective way to develop English fluency and improve communication skills. This program prepares students for internationally recognized exams. Students will improve their overall English skills and learn to communicate fluently with native speakers.
Students write a practice Cambridge test every second week to measure their progress. By tracking their success, students will know when they are ready to take the official Cambridge examination.
Lessons per week: 35 (40 minutes per lesson)
Young Adult Program: Power English (16 to 18 years old)
Designed to match the fast pace of young adults' learning. General English as principal course plus 5 online academic skills lessons. Beginner to High-Intermediate students start with General English before moving on to more advanced courses. Through the Cambridge Communicative Method, students develop all 4 language skills (speaking, listening, reading and writing).
Each level is 4 weeks. Students can register for a minimum of 2 weeks.
Students may take as much time as required to complete the program.
Students write a practice Cambridge test every second week to measure their progress. This allows teachers and students to see their success and track their improvement.
Lessons per week: 35 (40 minutes per lesson)
Young Adult Program: IELTS Exam Preparation (16 to 18 years old)
Designed to match the fast pace of young adults' learning. Exam preparation as principal course plus 5 online academic skills lessons. Under the guidance of the school’s expert teachers, this program will help students gain the skills, confidence and techniques needed to take the IELTS exam and achieve their desired score. The IELTS Exam is recognized by over 9,000 organizations worldwide, including schools, universities, immigration authorities, professional bodies, and employers.
Students write a practice IELTS test every second week to measure their progress. By tracking their success, students will know when they are ready to take the official IELTS exam.
Lessons per week: 35 (40 minutes per lesson)
Young Adult Program: University Pathway (16 to 18 years old)
Designed to match the fast pace of young adults' learning. University Pathway as principal course plus 5 online academic skills lessons. This course leads to bachelor’s and master’s degree programs as well as undergraduate and postgraduate diplomas and certificates.
Course duration varies based on your starting English Level and each student’s unique progress through the levels.
Lessons per week: 35 (40 minutes per lesson)
Max. students per class: 20
Starting dates: 22 Apr 2024, 06 May 2024, 21 May 2024, 03 Jun 2024, 17 Jun 2024, 02 Jul 2024, 15 Jul 2024, 29 Jul 2024, 12 Aug 2024, 26 Aug 2024, 09 Sep 2024, 23 Sep 2024, 07 Oct 2024, 21 Oct 2024, 02 Nov 2024, 23 Nov 2024, 02 Dec 2024, 16 Dec 2024, 30 Dec 2024
Average number of levels (Junior courses): 17 (In summer) - 17 (Throughout the year)
Young Adult Winter Programme (15 to 18 years old)
Package includes:
- Homestay Placement fee
- 30 English Lessons per week
- Activities (please refer to the chart below)
- Student Materials + Insurance
- Single Homestay Accommodation with 3 meals/day
- 2-way Airport Transfers
- Notarized Custodianship Letter
- Program Certificate
- Coach Transportation is included in some Activities.
Lessons per week: 30 (40 minutes per lesson)
ESL - High School Bridge FTI (14 to 17 years old)
Downtown Vancouver, city centre
Dynamic classes especially designed for young learners. This program is also the perfect transition course for those interested in attending a high school in Canada.The ESL-High School Bridge Program helps students develop the English required for success in a Canadian high school. Join tailored classes with other young learners, and build confidence using English in academic and social situations with ILSC qualified, experienced teachers.
Lessons per week: 30 (50 minutes per lesson)
Junior Summer Camp Program - Homestay (13 to 17 years old)
Downtown Vancouver, city centre
This programme includes 17 language lessons, 5 morning activities and 1 full-day Saturday excursion.Unaccompanied minor fee: CAD 75 (each way)
Students aged 9-12 must have a parent, older sibling aged 16+, or a guardian present in Vancouver during the program.
Special dietary requirement: CAD 50 per week
Explore Vancouver’s stunning outdoors while you learn English and live with a homestay family.
Naturally spectacular, Vancouver is the city that has it all! Stay with a welcoming local homestay family and study English with other international teens. You’ll have the ocean beside you, the mountains behind you, and lots of adventures close by, in one of Canada’s biggest outdoor playgrounds.
What is included in the programme:
- 16.5 lessons (13.75 hours per week)
- Materials/textbook fee
- Homestay accommodation, single room, full board
- Airport pickup and drop-off
- 5 mornings + 1 full-day Saturday activity
- ILSC Certificate of Completion
- ILSC T-shirt
- Medical insurance
- Custodial Letter
Lessons per week: 16.5 (50 minutes per lesson)
Junior Programme - Day Camp (Tuition + Activities) (12 to 17 years old)
Includes language tuition (20 language lessons per week ), lunch and weekday activities and a full day weekend excursion.
Lessons per week: 20 (50 minutes per lesson)
Max. students per class: 18
Average number of levels (Junior courses): 1 (In summer) - 1 (Throughout the year)
Average number of teenagers and children: 20 (In summer) - 10 (Throughout the year)
Junior Programme - Tuition only (12 to 17 years old)
Only lessons. Age appropriate, interactive language activities and resources.
Lessons per week: 20 (50 minutes per lesson)
Max. students per class: 18
Average number of levels (Junior courses): 1 (In summer) - 1 (Throughout the year)
Average number of teenagers and children: 20 (In summer) - 10 (Throughout the year)
Junior Programme - Homestay (12 to 17 years old)
Includes language tuition (20 language lessons per week ), lunch and weekday activities and a full day weekend excursion and full board accommodation in twin room homestay.
Lessons per week: 20 (50 minutes per lesson)
Max. students per class: 18
Average number of levels (Junior courses): 1 (In summer) - 1 (Throughout the year)
Average number of teenagers and children: 20 (In summer) - 10 (Throughout the year)
Junior Winter Camp Program - Day Camp (9 to 17 years old)
Downtown Vancouver, city centre
Unaccompanied minor fee: CAD 75 (each way)
Students aged 9-12 must have a parent, older sibling aged 16+, or a guardian present in Vancouver during the program.
Special dietary requirement: CAD 50 per week
Custodial letter for under 18 students (if required): CAD 150Perfect your English in this winter intensive homestay junior camp and discover Vancouver in winter.
Study with other youth in dynamic and engaging English classes in this intensive language immersion experience. Stay with a welcoming local homestay family and discover the magic of naturally spectacular Vancouver in winter. Outside of class, students will enjoy some of Canada's top winter activities like skating, curling, snowshoeing, and more! This program is available for young learners aged 9-12 and teens aged 13-17.
Lessons per week: 30 (50 minutes per lesson)
Junior Winter Camp Program - Homestay (9 to 17 years old)
Downtown Vancouver, city centre
This program includes 2 half-day weekday activities plus 1 full-day weekend activity
(either Saturday or Sunday).
Unaccompanied minor fee: CAD 75 (each way)
Students aged 9-12 must have a parent, older sibling aged 16+, or a guardian present in Vancouver during the program.
Special dietary requirement: CAD 50 per week
Custodial letter for under 18 students (if required): CAD 150Perfect your English in this winter intensive homestay junior camp and discover Vancouver in winter.
Study with other youth in dynamic and engaging English classes in this intensive language immersion experience. Stay with a welcoming local homestay family and discover the magic of naturally spectacular Vancouver in winter. Outside of class, students will enjoy some of Canada's top winter activities like skating, curling, snowshoeing, and more! This program is available for young learners aged 9-12 and teens aged 13-17.
Lessons per week: 30 (50 minutes per lesson)
ESL - High School Bridge FT AM (14 to 17 years old)
Downtown Vancouver, city centre
Dynamic classes especially designed for young learners. This program is also the perfect transition course for those interested in attending a high school in Canada.The ESL-High School Bridge Program helps students develop the English required for success in a Canadian high school. Join tailored classes with other young learners, and build confidence using English in academic and social situations with ILSC qualified, experienced teachers.
Lessons per week: 24 (50 minutes per lesson)
Junior Summer Camp Program - Day Camp (13 to 17 years old)
Downtown Vancouver, city centre
Unaccompanied minor fee: CAD 75 (each way)
Students aged 9-12 must have a parent, older sibling aged 16+, or a guardian present in Vancouver during the program.
Special dietary requirement: CAD 50 per week
Custodial letter for under 18 students (if required): CAD 150Explore Vancouver’s stunning outdoors while you learn English!
Naturally spectacular, Vancouver is the city that has it all! Study English with other international teens. You’ll have the ocean beside you, the mountains behind you, and lots of adventures close by, in one of Canada’s biggest outdoor playgrounds.
Lessons per week: 16.5 (50 minutes per lesson)
Summer Camp (without accommodation) (14 to 18 years old)
Includes:
- English classes in the mornings (Mon – Thu).
- Activities with the LAB leader in the afternoons (Mon – Thu).
- Day activities on Fridays.
- Material fee.
- Registration fee.
- Certificate.
- Saturday excursions.
- Medical insurance.Custodianship Fee: CAD 250Improve your English in one of the most beautiful cities in the world! Vancouver is at its best in the summer and winter and we want you to experience this for yourself. Enjoy classes in the morning, make friends from around the world and take part in afternoon activities and day trips on the weekend. The camps are designed for high school students looking to improve their English and live the best experience overseas.
Lessons per week: 12 (60 minutes per lesson)
Max. students per class: 14
Average number of levels (Junior courses): 10 (In summer) - 10 (Throughout the year)
Average number of teenagers and children: 60 (In summer) - 30 (Throughout the year)
Summer Camp (14 to 18 years old)
Includes:
- English classes in the mornings (Mon – Thu).
- Activities with the LAB leader in the afternoons (Mon – Thu).
- Day activities on Fridays.
- Material fee.
- Registration fee.
- Certificate.
- Saturday excursions.
- Transportation pass (Compass card for commuting & activities).
- Medical insurance.Custodianship Fee: CAD 250Improve your English in one of the most beautiful cities in the world! Vancouver is at its best in the summer and winter and the school wants you to experience this for yourself. Enjoy classes in the
morning, make friends from around the world and take part in afternoon activities and daytrips on the weekend. The camps are designed for high school students looking to improve their English and live the best experience overseas. Camp package inclusions :
• Tuition fees, materials, certificate
• Activities (afternoons and Saturday
excursions)
• Airport transfers
• Homestay accommodation (single room),
full board (3 meals)
• Transportation pass
• Medical insurance
Custodianship can be requested at an
additional fee.
Lessons per week: 12 (60 minutes per lesson)
Max. students per class: 14
Average number of levels (Junior courses): 10 (In summer) - 10 (Throughout the year)
Average number of teenagers and children: 60 (In summer) - 30 (Throughout the year)
Junior Summer Programme - Homestay (10 to 17 years old)
More than 400 hectares in size, the stunning campus is surrounded by forest on three sides and an ocean on the fourth. The campus has been located on this site for most of its 100-year history; a location that is the traditional territory of the Musqueam people. With state-of-the-art facilities and picturesque surroundings, it is the perfect setting for a junior language holiday.
Highlights:
- British Columbia’s No.1 university, a large green campus just 30 minutes from central Vancouver.
- Day trip to Whistler.
- Fantastic outdoor activities.
About the programme:
- English levels: Elementary – Proficiency (programme can be adjusted to lower English levels).
- Average class size: 15.
- Visit Whistler and the Rocky Mountains.
- Extensive outdoors programme.
- 2 full-day excursions in a two-week programme.
- 10 half-day excursions in a two-week programme.
Facilities:
Sports: Grass field, tennis and basketball courts and access to university softball diamond, ice rink and indoor swimming complex.
Other: Lounges in the accommodation area with TV, sofas and basic kitchen. The commons block offers Wi-Fi and dining.
Accommodation:
Homestay: Host family accommodation with twin rooms as standard, single rooms available upon request. Homestay programmes are full-board by default; includes breakfast, packed lunches and dinner. On-campus lunch options are available upon request. Homestay shuttle included in homestay programmes.
Local Transport:
Bus: Bus loop at UBC – #4, #44, #17 and #N17 direct to downtown take approximately 20 min.
Lessons per week: 20 (50 minutes per lesson)
Junior Summer Programme - Residence (10 to 17 years old)
More than 400 hectares in size, the stunning campus is surrounded by forest on three sides and an ocean on the fourth. The campus has been located on this site for most of its 100-year history; a location that is the traditional territory of the Musqueam people. With state-of-the-art facilities and picturesque surroundings, it is the perfect setting for a junior language holiday.
Highlights:
- British Columbia’s No.1 university, a large green campus just 30 minutes from central Vancouver.
- Day trip to Whistler.
- Fantastic outdoor activities.
About the programme:
- English levels: Elementary – Proficiency (programme can be adjusted to lower English levels).
- Average class size: 15.
- Visit Whistler and the Rocky Mountains.
- Extensive outdoors programme.
- 2 full-day excursions in a two-week programme.
- 10 half-day excursions in a two-week programme.
Facilities:
Sports: Grass field, tennis and basketball courts and access to university softball diamond, ice rink and indoor swimming complex.
Other: Lounges in the accommodation area with TV, sofas and basic kitchen. The commons block offers Wi-Fi and dining.
Accommodation:
Residences: Single rooms with shared single-gender washrooms.
Local Transport:
Bus: Bus loop at UBC – #4, #44, #17 and #N17 direct to downtown take approximately 20min.
Lessons per week: 20 (50 minutes per lesson)
Junior Standard Course (16 to 20 years old)
Unaccompanied minor service: CAD 150 each way
Standard English includes:
- Integrated Skills: Mixed Skill Development to build general language ability.
- Active Listening: This extra Listening and Speaking class is the GEOS Advantage!
The English lessons are taught by dedicated and motivated teachers with plenty of enthusiasm for teaching English to teenagers. They structure their classes based around developing grammar, reading, writing, listening, vocabulary and most importantly, conversation. The school believes constant practice in speaking a language leads to confidence and increased fluency, as well as helping to commit new information to memory. The lessons include practice through communicative tasks, project work and intercultural activities, according to the needs of individuals and groups. All classes develop and extend knowledge of grammar and vocabulary and improve communicative skills.
When your lessons are over for the day, don't forget to check out the activities scheduled: whether visiting the sights of your host country, watching a movie or enjoying a party - you are always practising your language skills!
Lessons per week: 20 (45 minutes per lesson)
Max. students per class: 14
Average number of levels (Junior courses): 6 (In summer)
Vancouver Good Time Summer - Without accommodation (13 to 17 years old)
Downtown Vancouver
The following is not included:
- Insurance: CAD 2.80 per day.
- Custodian Document fee
- Local Transportation Pass: CAD 75 per calendar month.Vancouver Good Time Summer offers a great opportunity for students to experience a cultural adventure while enhancing their English skills and providing the chance to make friends from around the world. The program includes activities designed for young students to make their summer vacation extra special.
**The program includes**
- 25 lesson per week ESL
- Registration Fee
- Material Fee
- After-Class Activities per week
- 1 Saturday Activity per week
- Graduation Certificate
Lessons per week: 25 (60 minutes per lesson)
Max. students per class: 15
Average number of levels (Junior courses): 2 (In summer) - 2 (Throughout the year)
Vancouver Good Time Summer - Homestay (13 to 18 years old)
Downtown Vancouver
The following is not included:
- Insurance: CAD 2.80 per day.
- Custodian Document fee
- Local Transportation Pass: CAD 75 per calendar month.
Vancouver Good Time Summer offers a great opportunity for students to experience a cultural adventure while enhancing their English skills and providing the chance to make friends from around the world. The program includes activities designed for young students to make their summer vacation extra special.
**The program includes**
- 25 lesson per week ESL
- Registration Fee
- Material Fee
- After-Class Activities per week
- 1 Saturday Activity per week
- Graduation Certificate
**Homestay option includes**
- Homestay placement
- Single room with 3 meals a day/packed lunch for school days
- Airport Pickup and Drop Off from YVR
Lessons per week: 25 (60 minutes per lesson)
Max. students per class: 15
Average number of levels (Junior courses): 2 (In summer) - 2 (Throughout the year)
English for Children & Families (6 to 12 years old)
Downtown Vancouver
All students 6 to 12 years old must have a custodian/guardian in Vancouver, who is responsible for pick up and drop off, accommodation and care of the child.
**Material fee**
From 2 to 4 weeks: CAD 130.
From 5 to 8 weeks: CAD 175.**PROGRAM OBJECTIVES**
The program aims to provide a comprehensive foundation of all English skills for children. It emphasizes understanding and use of essential communication skills within controlled vocabulary sets, expressions, and grammatical structures. Students will study a variety of age-appropriate and relevant topics or themes to build fluency, grammatical accuracy, listening and reading comprehension, and phonetic awareness within basic situational contexts. Students will also be introduced to the idea of cultural differences including language, customs, traditions, and thinking.
**CHILDREN’S PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS**
- English immersive environment with children from around the world
- Academic ESL classes
- Friendly and supportive, experienced TESL Canada certified teachers
- Interactive learning
- Confidence building
- Weekly afternoon activities or field trips
- Weekly academic themes connected to Canadian curriculum
**FIELD TRIPS AND ACTIVITIES**
ECF afternoon class offers theme-based research projects, experiments and/or field trips.
- Enhance classroom material with real world experiences
- Reinforce learning with hands-on activities and/ or experiments
- Explore exciting and educational sites in Vancouver.
Lessons per week: 20 (60 minutes per lesson)
Max. students per class: 15
Average number of levels (Junior courses): 2 (In summer) - 2 (Throughout the year)
Teens Programme (13 to 17 years old)
Downtown Vancouver
SSLC Vancouver Campus offers quality language instruction to young learners. Our Teens’ Program is a great way for younger students between the ages of 13 to 17 to learn English in a warm, supportive environment and create better opportunities for their future. The curriculum for lower-level students focuses on all aspects of basic communication skills in English, while higher-level students use the curriculum materials based on the contents taught at Canadian secondary schools. High School Bridge Service is available to assist with secondary school applications for an additional fee upon request.
Parents can come with their children and study together at our downtown location and also have the option to stay in the same homestay.
Lessons per week: 25 (60 minutes per lesson)
Max. students per class: 15
Average number of levels (Junior courses): 2 (In summer) - 2 (Throughout the year)
Summer Teen Programme (Homestay) (13 to 17 years old)
The Teen Summer program has been developed to meet the specific needs of teenage English language learners.
the language for teen students.
Accommodation is available with our caring homestay families.
Program features:
• Full day activities around Vancouver every Thursday
• Half day activities on Tuesdays
• Group projects every week including journaling,crafting and making presentations.
• Integrated English as well as speaking and listening classes for four lessons per day, four days per week
• Optional weekend activities available(please book before arrival)
Lessons per week: 20 (50 minutes per lesson)
Junior Winter Day Programme (9 to 17 years old)
IH Vancouver is pleased to welcome you to its fun-filled Winter Junior Program for students aged 9-17. The program is open to students of all English abilities and held at our campus at International Village. This year's program will be full of excitement. Experienced teachers and a proven integrated skill's curriculum provide all of our students with excellent learning opportunities.
We offer two field trips a week to interesting places around Vancouver. Our Winter Junior Program is not only ideal for building English skills, but also for exploring the city and making friends from around the world.
Lessons per week: 20 (50 minutes per lesson)
Youth Experience - Residential (11 to 14 years old)
Send your children to this camp and they will be thanking you for months! This structured program provides children with an amazing and safe international educational experience. The talented and caring staff teach, inspire and guide campers to explore, learn, and achieve while making memories to last a lifetime.
This fun educational camp for children, ages 11-14, combines English language classes with instructional and recreational activities, social activities, and exciting excursions to culturally important local sites in North America.
This program consists of 20 x 45 minute English lessons per week. This includes exciting and fun sightseeing, social activities, excursions, and events in the form of sports, creative, and cultural activities.
With this program, your child will...
• Increase English language skills and gain fluency and confidence in using English on a daily basis
• Make new international friends and develop intercultural awareness
• Refine athletic, creative, and social skills through fun activities
• Enhance self-esteem, independence, and sense of responsibility
• Experience the North American culture firsthand
• Have an amazing international experience!
Lessons per week: 20 (45 minutes per lesson)
Winter Teen Camp (13 to 17 years old)
The Teen Camp Program is for students who want to build on English skills that are relevant to the daily life of a teenager, as well as prepare them academically to transition to a Canadian high school or to college or university in North America.
Suitable for students of all levels, this program also integrates workshops to enhance soft skills, communication and leadership.
In-class lessons are supplemented with daily opportunities to practice their new skills outside the classroom through practical tasks or in-real life social situations.
The programme includes:
- Registration Fee,
- Material Fee
- Tuition
- Applied English Activities twice a week
- Facility Fee
- Medical Insurance
Lessons per week: 25 (70 minutes per lesson)
Children's Adventure Programme (Homestay) (5 to 12 years old)
Children under 12 must be accompanied by a parent or caretaker.
This program includes in-class activities and excursions, and a minimum of 2 full-day field trips per week.The Children's Adventure Program (CAP) at International House Vancouver offers an exciting and immersive language learning experience for young learners aged 5 to 12. This program combines English language instruction with fun activities and cultural exploration to create a dynamic and engaging environment for children.
The curriculum focuses on learning English through content and will help to foster their skills in speaking, listening, reading, and writing, through a fun and immersive environment.
In the CAP, language learning is integrated with exciting activities such as outdoor games, arts and crafts, storytelling, and interactive projects. Through these activities, children are encouraged to use their English skills in real-life contexts, fostering confidence and fluency. Twice-weekly, off campus field trips, led by the classroom teachers, are integrated into the program.
The program duration can vary, ranging from as little as one week to the full program of six weeks,
The CAP at International House Vancouver aims to create a memorable and enriching experience where children can improve their English skills, make new friends from around the world, and develop a lifelong love for learning and cultural exploration.
Lessons per week: 20 (50 minutes per lesson)
Camp Vancouver Summer Programme (13 to 17 years old)
Students can partake in the programme for 2 weeks, or for 4 weeks.IH Vancouver proudly introduces Camp Vancouver (CV) for Tomorrow’s Leaders, an exclusive VIP program hosted at the University of British Columbia (UBC) campus. This unparalleled initiative offers mentorship from accomplished academic and business leaders, including alumni from prestigious institutions like Harvard, Yale, MIT, Cambridge, and Columbia, throughout the summer of 2024. Our exceptional program aims to engage, inspire, and empower young individuals, providing them with the essential tools, knowledge, and mentorship to emerge as influential leaders of tomorrow.
Through mentorship, skill-building, and with a focus on social responsibility, we nurture the participant's potential to make positive change in their communities and beyond.
The fees include the following:
• Welcoming ceremony
• Instructional sessions
• Study materials
• Engaging lectures by keynote speakers
• Three daily meals
• Full utilization of facilities
• Exciting activities and coach excursions
• Exclusive branded merchandise
• Rockies Trip: 6 days 5 nights
• Luxurious 5-star accommodation
• A Grand gala dinner
• Personalized academic progress reports and a
certificate of completion
Lessons per week: 20 (55 minutes per lesson)
Teen Global Learner - Day Only (15 to 17 years old)
Burnaby
With the guidance of the skilled staff and coaches, students will find themselves expanding upon existing abilities, discovering new talents, and transforming yourself in ways you can barely imagine! The Tamwood Teen Global Learner Camp provides young people with a rich educational experience through English language classes, educational activities, cross cultural living arrangements, leadership training and activities, and critical reflection.
Campers become "global citizens" who have an international understanding and perspective, stronger academic English and communication skills as well as the core life skills and competencies that will enable them to happily succeed in life, wherever they find themselves in the future.
This program consists of 20 x 45 minute English lessons per week. This includes developing leadership skills through programming, fun and educational cultural events, sightseeing and social activities, as well as organized instruction in a range of sports, creative, and cultural activities.
With this program your child will...
• Improve oral and written communication language skills with a focus on English for post-secondary studies
• Gain leadership and teamwork skills in an interactive and challenging environment
• Make new international friends and develop cross-cultural communication skills for global future
• Further critical thinking and setting of measurable goals
• Enhance self-esteem, independence and sense of responsibility
• Experience the North American culture firsthand
• Have an amazing international experience!
Lessons per week: 20 (45 minutes per lesson)
UBC Teen Programme (Residence) (13 to 17 years old)
Lessons per week: 20 (55 minutes per lesson)
UBC Junior Programme (Residence) (9 to 12 years old)
Lessons per week: 20 (55 minutes per lesson)
English for Kids (7 to 12 years old)
Downtown
The course includes:
Skill-based learning:
- Speaking and fluency.
- Simple spelling and writing.
- Listening and comprehension.
Pronunciation and Phonetics:
- English sounds.
- Reading simple sentences in English.Student Services: CAD 150
Optional Activities: CAD 350/ per week (Weekday: After school and Saturday: All day)English for Kids is offered in Vancouver. The campus offers a welcoming environment where your children will experience top-quality English instruction, clean and safe city life and breath-taking Canadian wilderness. They will experience Canadian culture while improving their English language level in a warm and friendly environment.
Kids aged 7 to 12 will attend courses designed for FUN ACTIVE LEARNING. Imaginative field trips and group project work will develop confidence in English communication skills.
Lessons per week: 30 (50 minutes per lesson)
English for Youth (13 to 17 years old)
Downtown
This course is for young students who want to study English and experience life in Canada through a wide selection of group activities. The curriculum includes core English skills (speaking, listening, reading, and writing) and Canadian culture.
6 activities and 1 trip per week are included.Student Services: CAD 150
Optional Activities: CAD 350/ per week (Weekday: After school and Saturday: All day)
This course is for young students who want to study English and experience life in Canada through a wide selection of group activities. The curriculum includes core English skills (speaking, listening, reading, and writing) and Canadian culture.
Lessons per week: 30 (50 minutes per lesson)
Youth Experience - Day Only (11 to 14 years old)
Burnaby
Send your children to this camp and they will be thanking you for months! This structured program provides children with an amazing and safe international educational experience. The talented and caring staff teach, inspire and guide campers to explore, learn, and achieve while making memories to last a lifetime.
This fun educational camp for children, ages 11-14, combines English language classes with instructional and recreational activities, social activities, and exciting excursions to culturally important local sites in North America.
This program consists of 20 x 45 minute English lessons per week. This includes exciting and fun sightseeing, social activities, excursions, and events in the form of sports, creative, and cultural activities.
With this program, your child will...
• Increase English language skills and gain fluency and confidence in using English on a daily basis
• Make new international friends and develop intercultural awareness
• Refine athletic, creative, and social skills through fun activities
• Enhance self-esteem, independence, and sense of responsibility
• Experience the North American culture firsthand
• Have an amazing international experience!
Lessons per week: 20 (45 minutes per lesson)
Children's Adventure Program (5 to 12 years old)
Children under 12 must be accompanied by a parent or caretaker.
This program includes in-class activities and excursions, and a minimum of 2 full-day field trips per week.The Children's Adventure Program (CAP) at International House Vancouver offers an exciting and immersive language learning experience for young learners aged 5 to 12. This program combines English language instruction with fun activities and cultural exploration to create a dynamic and engaging environment for children.
The curriculum focuses on learning English through content and will help to foster their skills in speaking, listening, reading, and writing, through a fun and immersive environment.
In the CAP, language learning is integrated with exciting activities such as outdoor games, arts and crafts, storytelling, and interactive projects. Through these activities, children are encouraged to use their English skills in real-life contexts, fostering confidence and fluency. Twice-weekly, off campus field trips, led by the classroom teachers, are integrated into the program.
The program duration can vary, ranging from as little as one week to the full program of six weeks,
The CAP at International House Vancouver aims to create a memorable and enriching experience where children can improve their English skills, make new friends from around the world, and develop a lifelong love for learning and cultural exploration.
Lessons per week: 20 (50 minutes per lesson)
Teen Day Progamme (13 to 17 years old)
The Teen Summer program has been developed to meet the specific needs of teenage English language learners.
the language for teen students.
Accommodation is available with our caring homestay families.
Program features:
• Full day activities around Vancouver every Thursday
• Half day activities on Tuesdays
• Group projects every week including journaling,crafting and making presentations.
• Integrated English as well as speaking and listening classes for four lessons per day, four days per week
• Optional weekend activities available(please book before arrival)
Lessons per week: 20 (50 minutes per lesson)
Winter Teen Programme - Homestay (13 to 17 years old)
The Teen Camp Program is for students who want to build on English skills that are relevant to the daily life of a teenager, as well as prepare them academically to transition to a Canadian high school or to college or university in North America.
Suitable for students of all levels, this program also integrates workshops to enhance soft skills, communication and leadership.
In-class lessons are supplemented with daily opportunities to practice their new skills outside the classroom through practical tasks or in-real life social situations.
The programme includes:
- Registration Fee
- Material Fee
- Tuition
- Applied English Activities twice a week
- Facility Fee
- Medical Insurance
- Custodianship Letter
- Homestay Full Board
- Return airport transfer
The school also offers afternoon and weekend activities available at extra cost.
For a fully immersive experience, students will stay with English-speaking host families. All homestay families are carefully selected and provide a safe home away from home. They come from diverse backgrounds that reflect Vancouver’s multicultural population. Students in the homestay program will receive three meals per day and live close to public transportation.
Lessons per week: 25 (70 minutes per lesson)
Junior Camp Program - Influencing Through Social Media (13 to 17 years old)
**Influencing through Social Media**
Level up your English learning and explore a topic that matches your interests, talents, and goals!
Skills Plus is designed for students aged 13-17 years old who are at an intermediate level of English. Skills Plus classes are focused on learning topics that are relevant, relatable, and interesting to teens. In addition to the Skills Plus classes, the Skills Plus option includes two activities each week related to the study topic.
In our Residential Junior summer camp program at UBC, the Skills Plus class option in 2024 is Influencing Through Social Media (intermediate 2+).
The Influencing Through Social Media class allows students to develop their skills as social media communicators and build their social media presence by learning about the qualities of a successful brand identity such as authenticity, credibility, expertise, and relatability.
Skills Plus is optional, and available during specific weeks of the program for an additional fee. Students who choose this option take it instead of General English classes.
Lessons per week: 17 (50 minutes per lesson)
Junior Camp Program (9 to 17 years old)
In the Residential Junior summer camp programme, you’ll live in the University of British Columbia’s Totem Park residence, study English on campus, and connect with other international teen students throughout your entire programme. Experience an exciting combination of beautiful Vancouver, and prestigious UBC!
Teen students enjoy a social programme that combines on-site activities, evening activities and off-site trips.
AFTERNOON ON-SITE ACTIVITIES: Students are offered a selection of on-site afternoon activities every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday. Activities include group sports, as well as performing and visual arts options. Options available vary from week to week.
EVENING ACTIVITIES: Activities include scavenger hunts, sports evenings, student performances and dance parties.
OFF-SITE ACTIVITIES: 4 off-site activities per week. Activities may include: Whistler, Capilano Suspension Bridge, Playland Amusement Park, Stanley Park and more.
This course includes:
**Lessons:**
15 hours per week
(17 lessons)
9:00 am – 12:00 pm, Mon-Fri
**Activities:**
3 half-day on-campus +
2 half-day off-campus +
6 evening on campus +
2 full-day off-campus activities
**Meals:**
3 meals per day.
**Accommodation**
- ACCOMMODATIONS: Single or shared room (We will try to accommodate your room type preference; however, final placement is based on availability)
- BATHROOMS: Shared, 1:6
- LAUNDRY: Card-operated machines available (CAD 2.50 per load)
Students are also welcome to return home before evening activities and come back to the school to take part in the activities accordingly.
Lessons per week: 17 (50 minutes per lesson)
Junior Camp Program - Day Camp (9 to 17 years old)
In the Residential Junior summer camp programme, you’ll live in the University of British Columbia’s Totem Park residence, study English on campus, and connect with other international teen students throughout your entire programme. Experience an exciting combination of beautiful Vancouver, and prestigious UBC!
Teen students enjoy a social programme that combines on-site activities, evening activities and off-site trips.
AFTERNOON ON-SITE ACTIVITIES: Students are offered a selection of on-site afternoon activities every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday. Activities include group sports, as well as performing and visual arts options. Options available vary from week to week.
EVENING ACTIVITIES: Activities include scavenger hunts, sports evenings, student performances and dance parties.
OFF-SITE ACTIVITIES: 4 off-site activities per week. Activities may include: Whistler, Capilano Suspension Bridge, Playland Amusement Park, Stanley Park and more.
This course includes:
**Lessons:**
15 hours per week
(17 lessons)
9:00 am – 12:00 pm, Mon-Fri
**Activities:**
3 half-day on-campus +
2 half-day off-campus +
6 evening on campus +
2 full-day off-campus activities
**Meals:**
Lunch & Dinner daily
Students are also welcome to return home before evening activities and come back to the school to take part in the activities accordingly.
Lessons per week: 17 (50 minutes per lesson)
Winter Junior Camp (9 to 12 years old)
The Junior Camp Program is especially designed for young learners to sharpen their language skills while experiencing local culture through a series of fun indoor and outdoor activities.
Every student will work on their speaking, listening, writing and reading skills through a carefully-crafted, age-appropriate program taught by the highly-qualified teachers.
In-class lessons are supplemented with daily opportunities to practice their new skills outside the classroom through practical tasks or in-real life social situations.
The programme includes:
- Registration Fee,
- Material Fee
- Tuition
- Applied English Activities twice a week
- Facility Fee
- Medical Insurance
IMPORTANT: Students travelling to attend this program must be accompanied by an adult.
Lessons per week: 25 (70 minutes per lesson)
Teen Global Learner - Residential (15 to 17 years old)
With the guidance of the skilled staff and coaches, students will find themselves expanding upon existing abilities, discovering new talents, and transforming yourself in ways you can barely imagine! The Tamwood Teen Global Learner Camp provides young people with a rich educational experience through English language classes, educational activities, cross cultural living arrangements, leadership training and activities, and critical reflection.
Campers become "global citizens" who have an international understanding and perspective, stronger academic English and communication skills as well as the core life skills and competencies that will enable them to happily succeed in life, wherever they find themselves in the future.
This program consists of 20 x 45 minute English lessons per week. This includes developing leadership skills through programming, fun and educational cultural events, sightseeing and social activities, as well as organized instruction in a range of sports, creative, and cultural activities.
With this program your child will...
• Improve oral and written communication language skills with a focus on English for post-secondary studies
• Gain leadership and teamwork skills in an interactive and challenging environment
• Make new international friends and develop cross-cultural communication skills for global future
• Further critical thinking and setting of measurable goals
• Enhance self-esteem, independence and sense of responsibility
• Experience the North American culture firsthand
• Have an amazing international experience!
On-campus Residence:
• Gender and age-based shared bedrooms/bathrooms
• Full-Board: 3 meals a day (lunch boxes or restaurant meals provided for full-day excursions)
• Live-in Tamwood staff and campus security
• Wireless internet in each room and common area
• Weekly laundry service
Lessons per week: 20 (45 minutes per lesson)
Junior Winter Programme (Homestay) (9 to 17 years old)
IH Vancouver is pleased to welcome you to its fun-filled Winter Junior Program for students aged 9-17. The program is open to students of all English abilities and held at our campus at International Village. This year's program will be full of excitement. Experienced teachers and a proven integrated skill's curriculum provide all of our students with excellent learning opportunities.
We offer two field trips a week to interesting places around Vancouver. Our Winter Junior Program is not only ideal for building English skills, but also for exploring the city and making friends from around the world.
Lessons per week: 20 (50 minutes per lesson)
Teen Global Learner - Day Only (15 to 17 years old)
With the guidance of the skilled staff and coaches, students will find themselves expanding upon existing abilities, discovering new talents, and transforming yourself in ways you can barely imagine! The Tamwood Teen Global Learner Camp provides young people with a rich educational experience through English language classes, educational activities, cross-cultural living arrangements, leadership training and activities, and critical reflection.
Campers become "global citizens" who have an international understanding and perspective, stronger academic English and communication skills as well as the core life skills and competencies that will enable them to happily succeed in life, wherever they find themselves in the future.
This program consists of 20 x 45 minute English lessons per week. This includes developing leadership skills through programming, fun and educational cultural events, sightseeing and social activities, as well as organized instruction in a range of sports, creative, and cultural activities.
With this program your child will...
• Improve oral and written communication language skills with a focus on English for post-secondary studies
• Gain leadership and teamwork skills in an interactive and challenging environment
• Make new international friends and develop cross-cultural communication skills for global future
• Further critical thinking and setting of measurable goals
• Enhance self-esteem, independence and sense of responsibility
• Experience the North American culture firsthand
• Have an amazing international experience!
Lessons per week: 20 (45 minutes per lesson)
Junior Explore - Day Only (7 to 10 years old)
Burnaby
Send your kids to this camp and they will be thanking you for months! This structured program provides kids with an amazing and safe international educational experience. The talented and caring staff teach, inspire and guide campers to explore, learn, and achieve while making memories to last a lifetime.
This fun educational camp for kids, ages 7-10, combines English language classes with instructional and recreational activities, social activities and exciting excursions to culturally important local sites in North America.
This program consists of 20 x 45 minute English lessons per week. This includes exciting and fun sightseeing, social activities, excursions, and events in the form of sports, creative, and cultural activities.
With this program, your child will...
• Increase English language skills and gain fluency and confidence in using English on a daily basis
• Make new international friends and develop intercultural awareness
• Refine athletic, creative, and social skills through fun activities
• Enhance self-esteem, independence, and sense of responsibility
• Experience the North American culture firsthand
• Have an amazing international experience!
Lessons per week: 20 (45 minutes per lesson)
Youth Experience - Day Only (11 to 14 years old)
Send your children to this camp and they will be thanking you for months! This structured program provides children with an amazing and safe international educational experience. The talented and caring staff teach, inspire and guide campers to explore, learn, and achieve while making memories to last a lifetime.
This fun educational camp for children, ages 11-14, combines English language classes with instructional and recreational activities, social activities, and exciting excursions to culturally important local sites in North America.
This program consists of 20 x 45 minute English lessons per week. This includes exciting and fun sightseeing, social activities, excursions, and events in the form of sports, creative, and cultural activities.
With this program, your child will...
• Increase English language skills and gain fluency and confidence in using English on a daily basis
• Make new international friends and develop intercultural awareness
• Refine athletic, creative, and social skills through fun activities
• Enhance self-esteem, independence, and sense of responsibility
• Experience the North American culture firsthand
• Have an amazing international experience!
Lessons per week: 20 (45 minutes per lesson)
Teen Global Learner - Residential (15 to 17 years old)
Burnaby
With the guidance of the skilled staff and coaches, students will find themselves expanding upon existing abilities, discovering new talents, and transforming yourself in ways you can barely imagine! The Tamwood Teen Global Learner Camp provides young people with a rich educational experience through English language classes, educational activities, cross cultural living arrangements, leadership training and activities, and critical reflection.
Campers become "global citizens" who have an international understanding and perspective, stronger academic English and communication skills as well as the core life skills and competencies that will enable them to happily succeed in life, wherever they find themselves in the future.
This program consists of 20 x 45 minute English lessons per week. This includes developing leadership skills through programming, fun and educational cultural events, sightseeing and social activities, as well as organized instruction in a range of sports, creative, and cultural activities.
With this program your child will...
• Improve oral and written communication language skills with a focus on English for post-secondary studies
• Gain leadership and teamwork skills in an interactive and challenging environment
• Make new international friends and develop cross-cultural communication skills for global future
• Further critical thinking and setting of measurable goals
• Enhance self-esteem, independence and sense of responsibility
• Experience the North American culture firsthand
• Have an amazing international experience!
On-campus Residence:
• Gender and age-based shared bedrooms/bathrooms
• Full-Board: 3 meals a day (lunch boxes or restaurant meals provided for full-day excursions)
• Live-in Tamwood staff and campus security
• Wireless internet in each room and common area
• Weekly laundry service
Lessons per week: 20 (45 minutes per lesson)
Youth Experience - Residential (11 to 14 years old)
Burnaby
Send your children to this camp and they will be thanking you for months! This structured program provides children with an amazing and safe international educational experience. The talented and caring staff teach, inspire and guide campers to explore, learn, and achieve while making memories to last a lifetime.
This fun educational camp for children, ages 11-14, combines English language classes with instructional and recreational activities, social activities, and exciting excursions to culturally important local sites in North America.
This program consists of 20 x 45 minute English lessons per week. This includes exciting and fun sightseeing, social activities, excursions, and events in the form of sports, creative, and cultural activities.
With this program, your child will...
• Increase English language skills and gain fluency and confidence in using English on a daily basis
• Make new international friends and develop intercultural awareness
• Refine athletic, creative, and social skills through fun activities
• Enhance self-esteem, independence, and sense of responsibility
• Experience the North American culture firsthand
• Have an amazing international experience!
On-campus Residence:
• Gender and age-based shared bedrooms/bathrooms
• Full-Board: 3 meals a day (lunch boxes or restaurant meals provided for full-day excursions)
• Live-in Tamwood staff and campus security
• Wireless internet in each room and common area
• Weekly laundry service
Lessons per week: 20 (45 minutes per lesson)
Winter Junior Camp - Homestay (9 to 12 years old)
The Junior Camp Program is especially designed for young learners to sharpen their language skills while experiencing local culture through a series of fun indoor and outdoor activities.
Every student will work on their speaking, listening, writing and reading skills through a carefully-crafted, age-appropriate program taught by the highly-qualified teachers.
In-class lessons are supplemented with daily opportunities to practice their new skills outside the classroom through practical tasks or in-real life social situations.
The programme includes:
- Registration Fee
- Material Fee
- Tuition
- Applied English Activities twice a week
- Facility Fee
- Medical Insurance
- Custodianship Letter
- Homestay Full Board
- Return airport transfer
The school also offers afternoon and weekend activities available at extra cost.
For a fully immersive experience, students travelling with an adult attending the 30+ Adult Camp or any other program at VGC will stay with English-speaking host families.
All homestay families are carefully selected and provide a safe home away from home. They come from diverse backgrounds that reflect Vancouver’s multicultural population. Students in the homestay program will receive three meals per day and live close to public transportation.
For students travelling with adults not attending VGC, furnished apartments or assistance in searching for alternative accommodations are available.
IMPORTANT: Students travelling to attend this program must be accompanied by an adult.
Lessons per week: 25 (70 minutes per lesson)
Junior Explore - Residential (7 to 10 years old)
Burnaby
Send your kids to this camp and they will be thanking you for months! This structured program provides kids with an amazing and safe international educational experience. The talented and caring staff teach, inspire and guide campers to explore, learn, and achieve while making memories to last a lifetime.
This fun educational camp for kids, ages 7-10, combines English language classes with instructional and recreational activities, social activities and exciting excursions to culturally important local sites in North America.
This program consists of 20 x 45 minute English lessons per week. This includes exciting and fun sightseeing, social activities, excursions, and events in the form of sports, creative, and cultural activities.
With this program, your child will...
• Increase English language skills and gain fluency and confidence in using English on a daily basis
• Make new international friends and develop intercultural awareness
• Refine athletic, creative, and social skills through fun activities
• Enhance self-esteem, independence, and sense of responsibility
• Experience the North American culture firsthand
• Have an amazing international experience!
On-campus Residence:
• Gender and age-based shared bedrooms/bathrooms
• Full-Board: 3 meals a day (lunch boxes or restaurant meals provided for full-day excursions)
• Live-in Tamwood staff and campus security
• Wireless internet in each room and common area
• Weekly laundry service
Lessons per week: 20 (45 minutes per lesson)
ESL Summer Camp + Activities- Homestay (13 to 18 years old)
This course includes Activities and Accommodation.Exclusively designed for English practice in a vibrant multicultural atmosphere. Connect globally, make friends everywhere. Sharing and learning diverse cultures.
All DEA course levels align directly with the Canadian Language Benchmarks. Topics included cover areas of interest to the student and are designed to improve fluency and build confidence. Reading, writing, speaking, and listening are integral parts of the program. The interesting course content has been designed to help students advance quickly.
Lessons per week: 30 (60 minutes per lesson)
ESL Summer Camp + Activities (13 to 18 years old)
This course includes activities.Exclusively designed for English practice in a vibrant multicultural atmosphere. Connect globally, make friends everywhere. Sharing and learning diverse cultures.
All DEA course levels align directly with the Canadian Language Benchmarks. Topics included cover areas of interest to the student and are designed to improve fluency and build confidence. Reading, writing, speaking, and listening are integral parts of the program. The interesting course content has been designed to help students advance quickly.
Lessons per week: 30 (60 minutes per lesson)
ESL Summer Camp - Course Only (13 to 18 years old)
Exclusively designed for English practice in a vibrant multicultural atmosphere. Connect globally, make friends everywhere. Sharing and learning diverse cultures.
All DEA course levels align directly with the Canadian Language Benchmarks. Topics included cover areas of interest to the student and are designed to improve fluency and build confidence. Reading, writing, speaking, and listening are integral parts of the program. The interesting course content has been designed to help students advance quickly.
Lessons per week: 30 (60 minutes per lesson)
Kids & Teens (Standard 25 + 5 hrs Activities) (12 to 17 years old)
For students aged 14 or under, close supervision is compulsory (USD 170 per week).
Extra 5 hours of activities: USD 320.Children and teenagers are placed with carefully selected friendly host families who are experienced in teaching young students.
The programme with activities offers you the unique opportunity to put your language skills to immediate use after your lessons with activity-based learning. Activities may include visits to local places of interest, parks, shopping, cooking traditional foods, afternoon tea, bowling, mini-golf, board games, etc.
HLI also offers “cocooning” (closer supervision) specially designed for up to 13 year olds, and students who are scared of leaving home for the first time can choose to share with a friend or parent.
- Choose from 10, 15, 20, or 25 hours of one-to-one language lessons with your host teacher per week.
- Plus 5, 10, 15 or 20 hours of activities per week, including entrance fees and transport (where applicable).
- Full board accommodation in your teacher’s home.
Lessons per week: 25 (60 minutes per lesson)
Kids & Teens (Standard 20 + 5 hrs Activities) (12 to 17 years old)
For students aged 14 or under, close supervision is compulsory (USD 170 per week).
Extra 5 hours of activities: USD 320.Children and teenagers are placed with carefully selected friendly host families who are experienced in teaching young students.
The programme with activities offers you the unique opportunity to put your language skills to immediate use after your lessons with activity-based learning. Activities may include visits to local places of interest, parks, shopping, cooking traditional foods, afternoon tea, bowling, mini-golf, board games, etc.
HLI also offers “cocooning” (closer supervision) specially designed for up to 13 year olds, and students who are scared of leaving home for the first time can choose to share with a friend or parent.
- Choose from 10, 15, 20, or 25 hours of one-to-one language lessons with your host teacher per week.
- Plus 5, 10, 15 or 20 hours of activities per week, including entrance fees and transport (where applicable).
- Full board accommodation in your teacher’s home.
Lessons per week: 20 (60 minutes per lesson)
Kids & Teens (Standard 15 + 5 hrs Activities) (12 to 17 years old)
For students aged 14 or under, close supervision is compulsory (USD 170 per week).
Extra 5 hours of activities: USD 320.Children and teenagers are placed with carefully selected friendly host families who are experienced in teaching young students.
The programme with activities offers you the unique opportunity to put your language skills to immediate use after your lessons with activity-based learning. Activities may include visits to local places of interest, parks, shopping, cooking traditional foods, afternoon tea, bowling, mini-golf, board games, etc.
HLI also offers “cocooning” (closer supervision) specially designed for up to 13 year olds, and students who are scared of leaving home for the first time can choose to share with a friend or parent.
- Choose from 10, 15, 20, or 25 hours of one-to-one language lessons with your host teacher per week.
- Plus 5, 10, 15 or 20 hours of activities per week, including entrance fees and transport (where applicable).
- Full board accommodation in your teacher’s home.
Lessons per week: 15 (60 minutes per lesson)
Kids & Teens (Standard 10 + 5 hrs Activities) (12 to 17 years old)
Children and teenagers are placed with carefully selected friendly host families who are experienced in teaching young students.
The programme with activities offers you the unique opportunity to put your language skills to immediate use after your lessons with activity-based learning. Activities may include visits to local places of interest, parks, shopping, cooking traditional foods, afternoon tea, bowling, mini-golf, board games, etc.
HLI also offers “cocooning” (closer supervision) specially designed for up to 13 year olds, and students who are scared of leaving home for the first time can choose to share with a friend or parent.
- Choose from 10, 15, 20, or 25 hours of one-to-one language lessons with your host teacher per week.
- Plus 5, 10, 15 or 20 hours of activities per week, including entrance fees and transport (where applicable).
- Full board accommodation in your teacher’s home.
Lessons per week: 10 (60 minutes per lesson)
Language and Activities for Juniors (10+5) (3 to 17 years old)
For students under 13, close supervision is compulsory.The hosts are experienced at hosting young learners and are carefully selected to match their profile and interests. Living with a host provides them with a safe and friendly environment. Students can customise their Language Immersion by combining their Home Tuition Programme with Leisure Activities, these enable them to learn while enjoying themselves which is the most effective way to progress.
The Home Tuition Programme includes:
• 10 hours private language lessons per week
• Accommodation in your teacher’s home
• Meals and social interaction with your host
Lessons per week: 15 (60 minutes per lesson)
Young Learners Exam Preparation - Fast Track (14 to 17 years old)
Exam preparation lessons in the morning combined with 3 afternoon activities per week and a full-day excursion on the weekend (for stays of 2+ weeks). This course can be used to prepare for an official English exam (such as Cambridge English certificates, TOEFL or TOEIC), high school exams and more.Preparation courses for Baccalaureat, Abitur, Matura, and other high school examinations. One-to-one is ideal as the lessons focus on the students' exact needs to build their confidence in English to pass their exam.
For Teenagers who are at school and need extra help to make sure they get a good grade in their school exams, where English is involved.
Lessons per week: 25 (60 minutes per lesson)
Super Juniors (10 to 13 years old)
15 hours of traditional lessons are combined with 10 hours of activity-based learning (through arts, crafts, music, etc.) per week to create an age-appropriate and fun learning experience for the student.Students aged 10-13 are required to choose a Fast Track (25 hours per week) programme. They receive 15 hours formal lessons and 10 hours crafts, games and other activity-based learning, as well as standard afternoon and weekend excursions.
Lessons per week: 25 (60 minutes per lesson)
Young Learners Exam Preparation - Intensive (14 to 17 years old)
Exam preparation lessons in the morning combined with 3 afternoon activities per week and a full-day excursion on the weekend (for stays of 2+ weeks). This course can be used to prepare for an official English exam (such as Cambridge English certificates, TOEFL or TOEIC), high school exams and more.Preparation courses for Baccalaureat, Abitur, Matura, and other high school examinations. One-to-one is ideal as the lessons focus on the students' exact needs to build their confidence in English to pass their exam.
For Teenagers who are at school and need extra help to make sure they get a good grade in their school exams, where English is involved.
Lessons per week: 20 (60 minutes per lesson)
Young Learners General Language - Intensive (14 to 17 years old)
This course combines language lessons in the morning with 3 afternoon activities per week and a full-day excursion on the weekend (for students staying 2+ weeks).Every Young Learner receives an entirely personalised InTuition service before, during and after their course. The Young Learner programmes are designed for students aged 10 - 17.
The Young Learners have three afternoon activities per week. During the weekend there is one full-day excursion. You become a true member of the family for the course duration: do what they do and when they do it!
Lessons per week: 20 (60 minutes per lesson)
Young Learners Exam Preparation - Classic (14 to 17 years old)
Exam preparation lessons in the morning combined with 3 afternoon activities per week and a full-day excursion on the weekend (for stays of 2+ weeks). This course can be used to prepare for an official English exam (such as Cambridge English certificates, TOEFL or TOEIC), high school exams and more.Preparation courses for Baccalaureat, Abitur, Matura, and other high school examinations. One-to-one is ideal as the lessons focus on the students' exact needs to build their confidence in English to pass their exam.
For Teenagers who are at school and need extra help to make sure they get a good grade in their school exams, where English is involved.
Lessons per week: 15 (60 minutes per lesson)
Young Learners General Language - Classic (14 to 17 years old)
This course combines language lessons in the morning with 3 afternoon activities per week and a full-day excursion on the weekend (for students staying 2+ weeks).Every Young Learner receives an entirely personalised InTuition service before, during and after their course. The Young Learner programmes are designed for students aged 10 - 17.
The Young Learners have three afternoon activities per week. During the weekend there is one full-day excursion. You become a true member of the family for the course duration: do what they do and when they do it!
Lessons per week: 15 (60 minutes per lesson)
Young Learners General Language - Fast Track (14 to 17 years old)
This course combines language lessons in the morning with 3 afternoon activities per week and a full-day excursion on the weekend (for students staying 2+ weeks).Every Young Learner receives an entirely personalised InTuition service before, during and after their course. The Young Learner programmes are designed for students aged 10 - 17.
The Young Learners have three afternoon activities per week. During the weekend there is one full-day excursion. You become a true member of the family for the course duration: do what they do and when they do it!
Lessons per week: 25 (60 minutes per lesson)
High School Bridge Program (13 to 17 years old)
This course is designed to prepare young students for studying at a Canadian High School. It includes English lessons in the morning and subject-specific lessons (Social Studies, Science, Mathematics and English Literature) in the afternoon.The programme is tailored to meet the needs of students who are building their English language fluency and academic abilities. IH Vancouver's experienced instructors use a communicative and student-centered approach to language learning, focusing on practical language skills and cultural awareness.
The IH Vancouver curriculum is designed to develop all language skills, including reading, writing, listening, and speaking. They also provide intensive instruction in academic study skills, such as note-taking, time management, critical thinking, and test-taking strategies, to ensure students are well-prepared for the academic demands of a North American high school.
The programme runs for a total of 16 weeks but shorter duration is possible.
Lessons per week: 30 (50 minutes per lesson)
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