What we like about the school
- Most homestays are within walking distance
- Excellent rating of teaching quality
- Top rated school facilities
- Burlington is one of the top destinations our students liked most
English Encounters Inc.
The language school English Encounters Inc. was founded in Burlington, Canada in 1996. English Encounters is located downtown, within walking distance from the lake, the park and the promenade, the beach, a major shopping mall, restaurants and pubs, as well as public transport such as bus and train station.
The school address is: 591 Brant Street, Suite A, L7R 2G6 - Burlington, Canada (see on map)
Covid-19 Status: School currently open
Covid-19 related security measures that are taken by English Encounters Inc.
- Small Groups (only 2-6 students) .
- Touchless Body Temperature Check at Entrance.
- Face Masks provided and required by all staff and students.
- Hand Sanitizing stations at entrance and in all rooms.
- Social Distancing (2 metre distance) between all persons at all times.
- All study and work areas cleaned and sanitized after use.
- Touchless Body Temperature Check at Entrance.
- Face Masks provided and required by all staff and students.
- Hand Sanitizing stations at entrance and in all rooms.
- Social Distancing (2 metre distance) between all persons at all times.
- All study and work areas cleaned and sanitized after use.
Accreditations and Quality seals
School Size:
Facilities
Kitchen for student use
Microwave for student use
Fridge for student use
Computer lab
Free coffee
Free WIFI
Classroom equipment
TV in all classrooms
Air conditioning in all classrooms
Heating in all classrooms
Ample natural light in some classrooms
Number of classrooms:
5Number of public PC workstations:
5Facilities for disabled students
Wheelchair access to classroom
Disabled toilet
Wheelchair access to reception
Our price includes
- 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 at first day of classes
- INCLUDED Free assistance in finding flats for long-term students
Course material:
Generally course material is distributed free to students but has to be returned to the school at end of course.
Average number of students
- Adult courses in summer: 25
- Adult courses throughout the year: 20
Average age of students
- in summer: 20 years
- throughout the year: 25 years
- Read our recommendations for students over 30.
Average number of levels
- Adult courses in summer: 6
- Adult courses throughout the year: 6
Minimum age of students
- 18 years
English teacher qualifications
- 100% hold a university degree
- 100% hold a recognised language teaching qualification
Languages spoken by school staff (cannot be guaranteed by school):
7
13
2
5
3
3
10
6
5
Optional airport transfer
Best arrival airport is Toronto Pearson International Airport.
Toronto Pearson International Airport:200 C$ pick up
300 C$ return (both ways)
Days without class
In 2020 (including national and regional bank holidays): 01 Jan. 2020, 17 Feb. 2020, 10 Apr. 2020, 18 May 2020, 01 Jul. 2020, 03 Aug. 2020, 07 Sep. 2020, 12 Oct. 2020, 11 Nov. 2020, 24 Dec. 2020 - 31 Dec. 2020.
If a bank holiday falls on a weekday there is no refund nor are classes recuperated. This is the case for the majority of language schools.
English Courses
General Language
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 15 | 16 | 20 | 24 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in C$ | 350 333 | 700 665 | 1050 998 | 1400 1330 | 2040 1938 | 2640 2508 | 3300 3135 | 4950 4703 | 5040 4788 | 6300 5985 | 7080 6726 |
With this course, students will study in classes of a maximum of 9 students, so they will receive more personalised attention and they will have the opportunity to learn and practice each language skill.
Starting dates
Every Monday.
General course schedule
4-5 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: 9:00 - 12:40
Afternoon: 13:00 - 13:50
Morning: 9:00 - 12:40
Afternoon: 13:00 - 13:50
Brochures
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 15 | 16 | 20 | 24 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in C$ | 250 238 | 500 475 | 750 713 | 1000 950 | 1470 1397 | 1920 1824 | 2400 2280 | 3600 3420 | 3600 3420 | 4500 4275 | 5040 4788 |
Starting dates
Every Monday.
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: 9:00 - 12:40
Morning: 9:00 - 12:40
Brochures
Lessons per week: 30
| Max. group size: 9
713 C$ per week
(Based on the price of 4 weeks)
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| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in C$ | -- | -- | -- | 3000 2850 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- |
This course includes 20 group plus 10 private lessons per week.
Starting dates
Every Monday.
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: 9:00 - 12:40
Afternoon: 13:00 - 14:40
Morning: 9:00 - 12:40
Afternoon: 13:00 - 14:40
Brochures
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 15 | 16 | 20 | 24 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in C$ | 495 471 | 990 941 | 1485 1411 | 1980 1881 | 2880 2736 | 3760 3572 | 4700 4465 | 7050 6698 | 7120 6764 | 8900 8455 | 10080 9576 |
Combination course that will allow students to benefit from both a group class and private sessions.
Starting dates
Every Monday.
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: 9:00 - 12:40
Afternoon: 13:00 - 14:10
Morning: 9:00 - 12:40
Afternoon: 13:00 - 14:10
Brochures
Private
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 12 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in C$ | 1200 1140 | 2400 2280 | 3600 3420 | 4800 4560 | 6000 5700 | 7200 6840 | 8400 7980 | 9600 9120 | 10800 10260 | 12000 11400 | 14400 13680 |
Starting dates
Every Monday.
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: 9:00 - 12:40
Morning: 9:00 - 12:40
Brochures
Business
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 15 | 16 | 20 | 24 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in C$ | 495 471 | 990 941 | 1485 1411 | 1980 1881 | 2880 2736 | 3760 3572 | 4700 4465 | 7050 6698 | 7120 6764 | 8900 8455 | 10080 9576 |
The Business English Course has been designed by professionals, and it provides participants with the necessary language skills to succeed in the world of business. In your group lessons, which are typically held in the morning, students focus on improving their English communication in a business setting. Skills include reading, speed-reading, listening, telephoning, making presentations, conducting and attending meetings, email writing and other business correspondence.
Starting dates
Every Monday.
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: 9:00 - 12:40
Afternoon: 13:00 - 14:10
Morning: 9:00 - 12:40
Afternoon: 13:00 - 14:10
Exam Preparation
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 15 | 16 | 23 | 24 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in C$ | 495 471 | 990 941 | 1485 1411 | 1980 1881 | 2880 2736 | 3760 3572 | 4700 4465 | 7050 6698 | 7120 6764 | 10235 9724 | 10080 9576 |
This combination course consists of 20 group lessons of general English plus five private test preparation lessons per week. While the group lessons focus on language skills, students during private lessons will work on each test skill area (listening, speaking, reading, writing).
Starting dates
Every Monday.
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: 9:00 - 12:40
Morning: 9:00 - 12:40
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 15 | 16 | 23 | 24 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in C$ | 495 471 | 990 941 | 1485 1411 | 1980 1881 | 2880 2736 | 3760 3572 | 4700 4465 | 7050 6698 | 7120 6764 | 10235 9724 | 10080 9576 |
This combination course consists of 20 group lessons of general English plus five private test preparation lessons per week. While the group lessons focus on language skills, students during private lessons will work on each test skill area (listening, speaking, reading, writing).
Starting dates
Every Monday.
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 12 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in C$ | 495 471 | 990 941 | 1485 1411 | 1980 1881 | 2400 2280 | 2880 2736 | 3360 3192 | 3760 3572 | 4230 4019 | 4700 4465 | 5640 5358 |
This combination course consists of 20 group lessons of General English plus five private test preparation lessons per week. While the group lessons focus on language skills, students during private lessons will work on each test skill area (listening, speaking, reading, writing).
Starting dates
Every Monday.
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: 9:00 - 12:40
Morning: 9:00 - 12:40
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 12 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in C$ | 495 471 | 990 941 | 1485 1411 | 1980 1881 | 2400 2280 | 2880 2736 | 3360 3192 | 3760 3572 | 4230 4019 | 4700 4465 | 5640 5358 |
This combination course consists of 20 group lessons of General English plus five private test preparation lessons per week. While the group lessons focus on language skills, students during private lessons will work on each test skill area (listening, speaking, reading, writing). This course will prepare students for the CPE exam.
Starting dates
Every Monday.
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: 9:00 - 12:40
Morning: 9:00 - 12:40
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 15 | 16 | 23 | 24 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in C$ | 495 471 | 990 941 | 1485 1411 | 1980 1881 | 2880 2736 | 3760 3572 | 4700 4465 | 7050 6698 | 7120 6764 | 10235 9724 | 10080 9576 |
This combination course consists of 20 group lessons of general English plus five private test preparation lessons per week. While the group lessons focus on language skills, students during private lessons will work on each test skill area (listening, speaking, reading, writing).
Starting dates
Every Monday.
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 15 | 16 | 23 | 24 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in C$ | 495 471 | 990 941 | 1485 1411 | 1980 1881 | 2880 2736 | 3760 3572 | 4700 4465 | 7050 6698 | 7120 6764 | 10235 9724 | 10080 9576 |
The course includes 20 group lessons of General English plus five private test preparation lessons per week. While the group lessons build all language skills, the private lessons focus on each test skill area (listening, speaking, reading, writing). This course will help you prepare for the Canadian English Language Proficiency Index Program, needed for immigration purposes.
Starting dates
Every Monday.
Specialty Courses
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in C$ | 495 471 | 895 851 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- |
Lessons per week: 20
| Max. group size: 9
142 C$ per week
(Based on the price of 4 weeks)
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| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in C$ | -- | -- | -- | 595 566 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- |
Starting dates
Every Monday.
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in C$ | 495 471 | 895 851 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- |
Starting dates
Every Day.
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in C$ | 495 471 | 895 851 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- |
Note: All courses offered by English Encounters Inc., Burlington can be reserved online with LanguageCourse.Net. In case a course is not listed above, just let us know.
Lesson duration: 50 minutes
Individual classesSingle individual lessons of tuition can be reserved at 70 C$. The combination of group and individual lessons is highly recommended. Individual lessons will encourage you to actively speak the foreign language and will offer you the opportunity to discuss individual problems and weaknesses.
Comments about courses:Course changes less than 2 weeks' notice: CAD 200.
Health insurance: CAD 15 per week.
Health insurance: CAD 15 per week.
Accommodation
| weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week | One-time fee (charged by school) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in C$ | 315 | 630 | 945 | 1260 | 1575 | 1890 | 2205 | 2520 | 3150 | 3780 | 315 | 200 |
Prices based on accommodation from Saturday to Saturday
Price per person
Price per person
No extra nights bookable.
Room Occupancy:
Single room.
Includes:
TV, Towels, Bedding/linen, Weekly cleaning, Access to laundry service, Kitchen, Access to Wifi in building (Free WIFI), Heating, Air conditioning, Breakfast & 1 meal, Private bathroom.
Age of students:
Minimum age of students: 18Maximum age of students: 65
| weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week | One-time fee (charged by school) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in C$ | 235 | 470 | 705 | 940 | 1175 | 1410 | 1645 | 1880 | 2350 | 2820 | 235 | 200 |
Prices based on accommodation from Saturday to Saturday
Price per person
Price per person
No extra nights bookable.
Room Occupancy:
Single room.
Includes:
TV, Towels, Bedding/linen, Weekly cleaning, Access to laundry service, Kitchen, Access to Wifi in building (Free WIFI), Heating, Air conditioning, Breakfast & 1 meal, Shared bathroom.
Age of students:
Minimum age of students: 18Maximum age of students: 60
| weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week | One-time fee (charged by school) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in C$ | 215 | 430 | 645 | 860 | 1075 | 1290 | 1505 | 1720 | 2150 | 2580 | 215 | 200 |
Prices based on accommodation from Saturday to Saturday
No extra nights bookable.
Room Occupancy:
Double room.
Includes:
TV, Towels, Bedding/linen, Weekly cleaning, Access to laundry service, Kitchen, Access to Wifi in building (Free WIFI), Heating, Air conditioning, Breakfast & 1 meal, Shared bathroom.
Age of students:
Minimum age of students: 18Maximum age of students: 60
Many of our homes are within walking distance from the school. You will live as one of the family and have breakfast and dinner each day.
| activity possible | distance from school | |
|---|---|---|
| Basketball | | |
| Dancing | | 10 km |
| Football (soccer) | | |
| Golf | | 10 km |
| Ice Hockey | | |
| Sailing | | 20 km |
| Skiing | | 35 km |
| Squash | | 10 km |
| Swimming | | |
| Tennis | | 5 km |
| Volleyball | | 5 km |
| Yoga | |
Leisure programme for adults (sample):
Reviews
4.7
Overall school rating
9 authentic reviews from students who reserved with usLocation of the school
4.7
Organisation
4.5
Facilities
4.4
Social activities
3.2
Course quality / Progress in language
4.9
Value for money
4.5
Accommodation
Homestay
4.3
Shared Flat (apartment)
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Other
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What students liked about English Encounters Inc., Burlington
Susanne 49 years
“It is a very nice and has a familiar atmosphere.”
Overall rating
5.0
Value for money
5.0
Detailed review
City/place
5.0
Facilities (library, classrooms)
5.0
Quality of teaching / language progress
5.0
School organization
5.0
Social activities
4.0
Accommodation
Homestay
5.0
Other
5.0
Shared Flat (apartment)
5.0
Angelo53 years
“The teachers ability to involve us”
Overall rating
5.0
Value for money
3.0
Detailed review
City/place
5.0
Facilities (library, classrooms)
4.0
Quality of teaching / language progress
5.0
School organization
3.0
Social activities
1.0
Accommodation
Executive Homestay
5.0
Other
5.0
Shared Flat (apartment)
5.0
Additional information
Insider tips about what future students should not miss:: The building a bit small but very very welcoming and with teachers with a great desire to teach.
Other comments:: None
Manon51 years
“I liked everything”
Overall rating
4.0
Value for money
5.0
Detailed review
City/place
4.0
Facilities (library, classrooms)
4.0
Quality of teaching / language progress
5.0
School organization
4.0
Social activities
3.0
Accommodation
Executive Homestay
4.0
Other
4.0
Shared Flat (apartment)
4.0
Additional information
Insider tips about what future students should not miss:: Ask questions about the food when you pay for that. I stayed in a bed and breakfast and I have had a very bad experience. So be careful!
Other comments:: My experience was excellent with the school and I will return in October for an other 2 weeks.
Xavier22 years
“Few students per class.”
Overall rating
4.0
Value for money
5.0
Detailed review
City/place
5.0
Facilities (library, classrooms)
4.0
Quality of teaching / language progress
5.0
School organization
4.0
Social activities
4.0
Accommodation
Soraya Cathleen19 years
“The multicultural classes and the diversity of teaching.”
Overall rating
5.0
Value for money
5.0
Detailed review
City/place
4.0
Facilities (library, classrooms)
5.0
Quality of teaching / language progress
5.0
School organization
5.0
Social activities
4.0
Accommodation
Homestay
3.0
Other
3.0
Shared Flat (apartment)
3.0
- What is the best price for a course at English Encounters Inc., Burlington?English courses at English Encounters Inc. start at 142 C$ for Online General English Course course with 20 lessons per week. When booking here you benefit from an exclusive discount.
- What is the most popular accommodation offered by English Encounters Inc.?The accommodation Executive Homestay is the most popular among all our clients of English Encounters Inc.
- Is airport pickup offered by English Encounters Inc.?Yes. The school offers pickup from Toronto Pearson International Airport (200 C$)
- What is the number of students per class at English Encounters Inc.?Depending on the chosen course, the maximum number of students at English Encounters Inc. varies from 1 students (Private English Course) to 9 students (General English Course PLUS)
- What is the qualification of the teachers at English Encounters Inc.?100% of teachers at English Encounters Inc. hold a university degree. 100% hold a recognized language teaching certificate.
- Which countries are students of English Encounters Inc. from?The highest Nationality percentage at English Encounters Inc. comes from Germany with a 13% representation, followed by students from Korea (10%) and Brazil (7%).
- Is this price lower than booking directly with the school?Yes, there is an exclusive discount that only applies when booking online here.
- English Encounters Inc. offers courses for which ages?English Encounters Inc. offers courses from 18 years to 99. Average age is 20 during the summer and 25 for the rest of the year.
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