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Oxford International Education
Halifax, Canada

1256 Barrington St. - B3J 1Y6 Halifax - see on map
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What we like about the school
  • Free assistance in applying to college/university programmes by a qualified consultant.
  • Free assistance in finding flats for long-term students.

The school is located in the heart of Halifax, Nova Scotia’s capital, only steps away from the Atlantic Ocean and surrounded by natural beauty. This city provides a warm and welcoming second home to students from across the country and around the world.

Study English in the hippest little city in North America!

There are many beautiful parks, trails, and beaches in Halifax, making it a great city for nature enthusiasts. Halifax is also a wonderful option if you want the conveniences of living in a city and the feel of a smaller town.

One of the most affordable cities in Canada.
One of the mildest winter weather cities in Canada.
10 universities and colleges close to our campus.
97% English speaking population.

English Courses

General Language
FREE changes
Starting dates
Every Monday
Course specific data
General course schedule
4 daily lessons of 45 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 - 11:45
Afternoon: 12:30 - 16:30
Possible course durations
1-99 weeks
Language levels of course
Suitable for all levels: Beginner (A1) - Proficiency (C2)
Minimum required student age
16 years
Students per class
Maximum: 16 / Average: 11
Lesson duration
45 min
Special note for 2025 holiday season: If you plan to take a course during the high season months of April, June, July or August 2025 we urgently advise you to book as early as possible. In 2024 many schools were fully booked during the holidays, and the situation is unlikely to be different for 2025 due to a current shortage of teachers, which affects most schools.
FREE changes
Starting dates
Every Monday
Course specific data
General course schedule
5-6 daily lessons of 45 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 - 11:45
Afternoon: 12:30 - 16:30
Possible course durations
1-99 weeks
Language levels of course
Suitable for all levels: Beginner (A1) - Proficiency (C2)
Minimum required student age
16 years
Students per class
Maximum: 16 / Average: 11
Lesson duration
45 min
FREE changes
Starting dates
Every Monday
Course specific data
General course schedule
6 daily lessons of 45 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 - 14:30
Possible course durations
1-99 weeks
Language levels of course
Suitable for all levels: Beginner (A1) - Proficiency (C2)
Minimum required student age
16 years
Students per class
Maximum: 16 / Average: 11
Lesson duration
45 min
FREE changes
Starting dates
Every Monday
Course specific data
General course schedule
8 daily lessons of 45 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 - 16:00
Possible course durations
1-99 weeks
Language levels of course
Suitable for all levels: Beginner (A1) - Proficiency (C2)
Minimum required student age
16 years
Students per class
Maximum: 16 / Average: 11
Lesson duration
45 min
FREE changes
Starting dates
Every Monday
Course specific data
General course schedule
4 daily lessons of 45 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: 12:30 - 16:30
Possible course durations
1-99 weeks
Language levels of course
Suitable for all levels: Beginner (A1) - Proficiency (C2)
Minimum required student age
16 years
Students per class
Maximum: 16 / Average: 11
Lesson duration
45 min
Private
FREE changes
Starting dates
Every Day
Course specific data
General course schedule
1 daily lessons of 45 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: 8:00 - 16:30
Possible course durations
1-99 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
45 min
Work & Study
FREE changes
Starting dates
Every Monday

Materials fee: CAD 210 per level.

Course specific data
General course schedule
4 daily lessons of 45 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 - 11:45
Possible course durations
10 weeks
Language levels of course
Suitable for all levels with the exception of Beginner (A1)
Minimum required student age
16 years
Students per class
Maximum: 16 / Average: 11
Lesson duration
45 min
FREE changes
Starting dates
Every Monday

Materials fee: CAD 210 per level.

Course specific data
General course schedule
4 daily lessons of 45 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 - 11:45
Possible course durations
10 weeks
Language levels of course
Suitable for all levels with the exception of Beginner (A1)
Minimum required student age
16 years
Students per class
Maximum: 16 / Average: 11
Lesson duration
45 min
FREE changes
Starting dates
Every Monday

Materials fee: CAD 210 per level.

Course specific data
General course schedule
4 daily lessons of 45 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 - 11:45
Possible course durations
10 weeks
Language levels of course
Suitable for all levels with the exception of Beginner (A1)
Minimum required student age
16 years
Students per class
Maximum: 16 / Average: 11
Lesson duration
45 min
Exam PreparationWhy exam preparation courses are excellent for optimum progress
FREE changes
Starting dates
Every Monday
Course specific data
General course schedule
4 daily lessons of 45 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: 12:30 - 16:30
Possible course durations
1-99 weeks
Language levels of course
Suitable for all levels with the exception of Beginner (A1)
Minimum required student age
16 years
Students per class
Maximum: 16 / Average: 11
Lesson duration
45 min
FREE changes
Starting dates
Every Monday
Oxford International Education is an examination centre for IELTS.
Course specific data
General course schedule
6 daily lessons of 45 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 - 14:30
Possible course durations
1-99 weeks
Language levels of course
Suitable for all levels with the exception of Beginner (A1)
Minimum required student age
16 years
Students per class
Maximum: 16 / Average: 11
Lesson duration
45 min
Exam fee
409 C$
FREE changes
Starting dates
Every Monday
Oxford International Education is an examination centre for IELTS.
Course specific data
General course schedule
4 daily lessons of 45 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 - 12:15
Possible course durations
1-99 weeks
Language levels of course
Suitable for all levels with the exception of Beginner (A1)
Minimum required student age
16 years
Students per class
Maximum: 16 / Average: 11
Lesson duration
45 min
Exam fee
409 C$
Average IELTS exam score of former students of this course
16
FREE changes
Starting dates
Every Monday
Oxford International Education is an examination centre for IELTS.
Course specific data
General course schedule
5-6 daily lessons of 45 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 - 11:45
Afternoon: 12:30 - 16:30
Possible course durations
1-99 weeks
Language levels of course
Suitable for all levels with the exception of Beginner (A1)
Minimum required student age
16 years
Students per class
Maximum: 16 / Average: 11
Lesson duration
45 min
Exam fee
409 C$
FREE changes
Starting dates
Every Monday
Oxford International Education is an examination centre for IELTS.
Course specific data
General course schedule
8 daily lessons of 45 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 - 16:00
Possible course durations
1-99 weeks
Language levels of course
Suitable for all levels with the exception of Beginner (A1)
Minimum required student age
16 years
Students per class
Maximum: 16 / Average: 11
Lesson duration
45 min
Exam fee
409 C$

Our prices for Oxford International Education include

  • INCLUDED Organized activities
  • INCLUDED Internet access and use of school computers
  • INCLUDED Wireless LAN zone at school
  • INCLUDED Free certificate of course attendance
  • INCLUDED Free airport pickup for all junior courses (both ways)
  • INCLUDED Language level placement test at first day of classes
  • INCLUDED For junior courses: every afternoon free organized leisure program
  • INCLUDED For adult courses: a minimum of one free organized leisure activity per week
  • INCLUDED Free consultation about suitable college/university programs by a qualified consultant
  • INCLUDED Free assistance in applying to college/university programs by a qualified consultant
  • INCLUDED Free assistance in finding flats for long-term students

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Oxford International Education

Accreditations and Quality seals
Languages CanadaPreferential Terms in Case of Visa RefusalEduNova
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)
Student gender mix
50% male / 50% female
Offer for returning students
You will be refunded/waived the school's administration fee if you already attended previously a course at Oxford International Education and you book here.
Year of school foundation
1998
The school is an official exam center
The following language examinations can be taken directly at the school:

General school facilities

  • Computer lab

  • Library

  • Lounge

  • Free WIFI

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

Student Age

Minimum age of students
16 years
12 years for specific Junior courses
Average number of levels
Adult courses In summer: 12
Adult courses Throughout the year: 12
Junior courses In summer: 12
Junior courses Throughout the year: 12
Average age of students
In summer: 21 years
Throughout the year: 24 years

Information for all courses offered by Oxford International Education

Lesson duration
45 minutes
School's administrative fee
180.00 C$
Course material
Generally course material has to be purchased by the student. The costs of course material will be approximately 95 C$ per course level.
Comments about courses

Medical insurance: CAD 3.10 per day.
Custodianship letter (notorized): CAD 90.

Change fee (applies to all course and accommodation changes including type, duration and cancellation): CAD 120.

Individual classes
Single individual lessons of tuition can be reserved at 110 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.
Days without class
In 2025 (including national and regional bank holidays):
01 Jan 2025, 17 Feb 2025, 28 Mar 2025, 18 Apr 2025, 21 Apr 2025, 19 May 2025, 01 Jul 2025, 04 Aug 2025, 01 Sep 2025, 30 Sep 2025, 13 Oct 2025, 11 Nov 2025, 25 Dec 2025, 26 Dec 2025.
School policy regarding bank holidays:Private classes are recuperated or refunded. Same as for nearly all language schools, group classes falling on bank holiday are not refunded and not recuperated.
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

Halifax Stanfield International Airport:
200 C$ one way
340 C$ return (both ways)
More details about airports near Halifax and how to travel independently from the airport to the city on our Halifax page. For flight comparisons to Halifax, we recommend using skyscanner.com.

Accommodation

Special diet supplement: CAD 49 per week

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$.
Price extra night
52 C$ (Individual extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price)
Room Occupancy
Single room
Distance from school
40 minutes by public transport.
Includes
TV, Phone, Towels, Bedding/linen, Access to laundry service, Access to Wifi in building (Free WIFI), Heating, Air conditioning, Shared bathroom.
Meals
Breakfast & 1 meal.
Minimum age of students
19
Maximum age of students
1
Dates
High season dates: 01 Jun 2025 - 31 Aug 2025
High season
High season supplement per week: 42 C$

Special diet supplement: CAD 49 per week

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$.
Price extra night
55 C$ (Individual extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price)
Room Occupancy
Single room
Distance from school
40 minutes by public transport.
Includes
TV, Phone, Towels, Bedding/linen, Access to laundry service, Access to Wifi in building (Free WIFI), Heating, Air conditioning, Shared bathroom.
Meals
Breakfast, lunch & dinner.
Minimum age of students
19
Maximum age of students
1
Dates
High season dates: 01 Jun 2025 - 31 Aug 2025
High season
High season supplement per week: 42 C$

Special diet supplement: CAD 49 per week

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$.
Price extra night
55 C$ (Individual extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price)
Room Occupancy
Single room
Distance from school
40 minutes by public transport.
Includes
TV, Phone, Towels, Bedding/linen, Access to laundry service, Access to Wifi in building (Free WIFI), Heating, Air conditioning, Shared bathroom.
Meals
Breakfast & 1 meal.
Minimum age of students
16
Maximum age of students
18
Dates
High season dates: 01 Jun 2025 - 31 Aug 2025
High season
High season supplement per week: 42 C$

Special diet supplement: CAD 49 per week

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$.
Price extra night
52 C$ (Individual extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price)
Room Occupancy
Single room
Distance from school
40 minutes by public transport.
Includes
TV, Phone, Towels, Bedding/linen, Access to laundry service, Access to Wifi in building (Free WIFI), Heating, Air conditioning, Shared bathroom.
Meals
Breakfast, lunch & dinner.
Minimum age of students
16
Maximum age of students
18
Dates
High season dates: 01 Jun 2025 - 31 Aug 2025
High season
High season supplement per week: 42 C$

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FAQ about Oxford International Education, Halifax

What is the best price for a course at Oxford International Education, Halifax?
English courses at Oxford International Education start at 353 C$ for General English Morning 20 course with 20 lessons per week. When booking here you benefit from an exclusive discount.
Is airport pickup offered by Oxford International Education?
Yes. The school offers pickup from Halifax Stanfield International Airport (200 C$)
What is the number of students per class at Oxford International Education?
Depending on the chosen course, the maximum number of students at Oxford International Education varies from 1 students (Private Lessons) to 16 students (General English Morning 20 )
Oxford International Education offers courses for which ages?
Oxford International Education offers courses from 16 years to 99. Average age is 21 during the summer and 24 for the rest of the year.

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Terms of Oxford International Education

First day of course
Written and oral level test is performed. Students should arrive at 8:30
Payment methods accepted for payments made directly to the school
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Legal name/parent company
Vancouver Maple Leaf Language College Inc. | Tax registration ID: 892209669

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
No
Express shipment fee (via courier)
100 C$
Free shipment via regular mail
Yes
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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