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Oxford International EducationVancouver, Canada

4.2

Rating: 4.2/5.0

5 students - overall rating
815 W Hastings St. No. 250 - V6C 1B4 Vancouver - see on map
Pay less than booking at the school
What we like about the school
  • Every afternoon free organized leisure activities for adults and juniors
  • Top rated social activities
    4.4

    Rating: 4.4/5.0

  • Top rated school facilities
    4.4

    Rating: 4.4/5.0

  • Free assistance in applying to college/university programmes by a qualified consultant.
  • Free assistance in finding flats for long-term students.
  • E-learning platform.
  • Electronic whiteboards in all classrooms.
What we dislike about the school
  • Additional costs of course material of approx. 95 C$ per course level
Age of students
  Percentage of students
1-18 years 2%
18-24 years 71%
25-34 years 14%
35-50 years 13%
>50 years 0%
The average age outside summer is 3 years higher than in summer.

Position in Vancouver: Oxford International Education is a few streets back from the Vancouver harbour, which is to the east of the city. It is well located within the city as a whole, in the neighbourhood known as Downtown Vancouver, which is thought of as the centre of the city. This area is known for its clubs and bars at night, and for its bistros, food stands, coffee shops, restaurants and shopping options during the day.

Travelling around the city: The school is well positioned for transportation around Vancouver. A short walk from the school entrance, less than 5 minutes, is the travel hub known as the Waterfront. Here students can use the train, metro service and even the sea bus to navigate Vancouver. The metro station has both the Canada Line and Expo Line running through it. The Canadian Line has a connection all the way to the International Airport in Vancouver.

Things to do: The harbour is home to Canada Place as well as the Vancouver Christmas Market during the winter months. It is a 10 minute walk into the heart of the city, where there are plenty of activities to partake in. Stanley Park, the main attraction of the city, is around 20 minutes from the school either by foot or public transport.

Courses at the school: The school offers morning and afternoon group classes to accommodate for the different schedules of its students. It offers an IELTS exam preparation course for those who need to pass this exam for business or further education. In the summer months, Oxford International Education opens its doors to junior students by creating a full programme for them to enjoy during their stay.

University Pathway Programme: The University Pathway Programme is the perfect option for students who want to continue their studies. This course prepares students for the language used in a University environment.

School chain: Oxford International is a world-renowned educational provider with many language schools throughout Europe, North America and the United Kingdom. The schools are all equipped to teach the English language in a range of options that covers a wide spectrum of student’s learning needs. For those wanting to further their education, Oxford International Education partners with a number of universities in the UK and Europe.

English Courses

General Language
Work & Study
Exam PreparationWhy exam preparation courses are excellent for optimum progress

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: 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
  • INCLUDED Elearning platform

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Student opinions about Oxford International Education, Vancouver

4.2

Rating: 4.2/5.0

Overall school rating of
Oxford International Education, Vancouver
School
Location of the school
4.8 

Rating: 4.8/5.0

Facilities
4.4 

Rating: 4.4/5.0

Social activities
4.4 

Rating: 4.4/5.0

Organisation
4.4 

Rating: 4.4/5.0

Course
Quality of teaching
4.4 

Rating: 4.4/5.0

Value for money
4.2 

Rating: 4.2/5.0

Accommodation
Homestay
3.0 

Rating: 3.0/5.0

Overall school rating by student age group
Students < 18 years (0 ratings)
0.0 

Rating: 0.0/5.0

Students 18-30 years (3 ratings)
4.3 

Rating: 4.3/5.0

Students 31-49 years (0 ratings)
0.0 

Rating: 0.0/5.0

Students 50+ years (2 ratings)
4.0 

Rating: 4.0/5.0

Verified reviews only, uncensored. All student opinions from students who booked a course at the school with LanguageCourse.net.
Overall rating
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Liked
Administration, teachers, syllabus, the schedule, location of the school and everything. I really liked the GRADUATION DAY! It really works! Students love to see their classmates getting their Certificates.
Insider tip: Students must not miss any classes even they are in Vancouver. Because they can practice English in the streets but they learn English in a classroom.
Review details
Other comments Suggestion: Could it be possible to open Courses of Canadian Culture every month? So students can practice pronunciation, besides learning grammar and vocabulary. This is because most older people have 2 or 3 week vacation a year.
Course: Basic Core Programme [English] - 2 weeks
Review date: 6. Sep. 2018 by Guadalupe Ubaldo
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Overall rating
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Liked
The teachers are very nice.
Review details
Course: Super Intensive Course - English 30 - 8 weeks
Review date: 13. Sep. 2018 by Siou-Han Ye
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Overall rating
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Liked
Teachers, location
Insider tip: Choose accommodation with a distance of maximum 30 minutes either, by bus or skytrain
Review details
Course: Basic Core Programme - 5 weeks
Review date: 4. Jul. 2016 by Alexandre Gonzalez Abal
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.

Ratings of Oxford International Education compared to ratings of all schools in Canada

 Oxford International Education VancouverAverage of all other schools in Canada
Overall school rating4.2

Rating: 4.2/5.0

4.2

Rating: 4.2/5.0

Location of the school4.8

Rating: 4.8/5.0

4.7

Rating: 4.7/5.0

Facilities4.4

Rating: 4.4/5.0

3.9

Rating: 3.9/5.0

Social activities4.4

Rating: 4.4/5.0

3.9

Rating: 3.9/5.0

Organisation4.4

Rating: 4.4/5.0

4.2

Rating: 4.2/5.0

Quality of teaching4.4

Rating: 4.4/5.0

4.2

Rating: 4.2/5.0

Value for money4.2

Rating: 4.2/5.0

3.9

Rating: 3.9/5.0

Homestay3.0

Rating: 3.0/5.0

4.1

Rating: 4.1/5.0

Shared flat3.0

Rating: 3.0/5.0

4.0

Rating: 4.0/5.0

Oxford International Education

Accreditations and Quality seals
ALTOLanguages CanadaPreferential Terms in Case of Visa RefusalEQA
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)
First day of course
Written and oral level test is performed. Students should arrive at 8:30
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.
Payment methods accepted for payments made directly to the school
Visa - logoMastercard - logoCash payment - logoVisa Debit - logoBank Transfer - logo
Oxford International Education operated previously under the name
Eurocentres North America
Year of school foundation
1991
Legal name/parent company
Vancouver Maple Leaf Language College Inc. | Tax registration ID: 892209669
The school is an official exam center
The following language examinations can be taken directly at the school:

General school facilities

  • Drink vending machine

  • Microwave for student use

  • Snack vending machine

  • Computer lab

  • Library

  • Daily press

  • Free after-class access to language learning software

  • Movie room

  • Lounge

  • Copy machine

  • Printer for student use

  • Free water dispenser

  • Free WIFI

  • Smoking zones (outdoors)

  • Career guidance service (paid)

  • Internship placement guidance service (paid)

  • Job placement guidance service (paid)

  • Facilities for islamic students

    • Available area to pray at the school

    • Homestay option that can prepare halal food

    • Homestay option for female islamic students where no men are living in household and that prepare halal food

  • Classroom equipment

    • TV in some classrooms

    • Electronic whiteboard in all classrooms

    • Air conditioning in all classrooms

    • Heating in all classrooms

    • Ample natural light in all classrooms

    • Number of classrooms: 21
    • Number of public PC workstations: 30

    Facilities for disabled students

    • Accessible Toilet

    • Adapted for blind students

    • Adapted for deaf students

    • Wheelchair access to reception

    • Wheelchair access to classroom

Student Age / Nationality

Average number of students
Adult courses - In summer: 180
Adult courses - Throughout the year: 110
Junior courses - In summer: 150
Junior courses - Throughout the year: 20
Minimum age of students
16 years
10 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

Top student nationalities

Student Nationality Percentage of students
China 15%
Brazil 10%
Japan 10%
Saudi Arabia 5%
Korea 5%
Chile 5%
Germany 2%
Netherlands 1%
Other nationalities 47%

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

Course material fee per 12 weeks: CAD 95.
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.

Special discounted price for private lessons:
CAD 440 for 5 lessons.

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 2024 (including national and regional bank holidays):
01 Jan 2024, 19 Feb 2024, 29 Mar 2024, 01 Apr 2024, 20 May 2024, 16 Jun 2024, 01 Jul 2024, 05 Aug 2024, 02 Sep 2024, 30 Sep 2024, 14 Oct 2024, 11 Nov 2024, 26 Dec 2024, 27 Dec 2024.
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.
If a bank holiday falls on a weekday there is no refund nor are missed lessons recuperated. This is the case for the majority of language schools.
Level test
A test to assess your exact language level takes place at the school on the first day of the course.
Lessons needed per English language level
Level (CEFR) LESSONS needed per level WEEKS needed
(20 lessons per week)
A1 Beginner A1 to A2 80 4
A2 Elementary A2 to B1 160 8
B1 Intermediate B1 to B2 180 9
B2 Higher Intermediate B2 to C1 200 10
C1 Advanced C1 to C2 220 11
C2 Proficiency
Data above gives some guidance. For more details consult our page How long does it take to learn a language or reach a specific level.

Airport transfer

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

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$
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.

Leisure activities

activity possibledistance from school
Ballet2 km
Baseball2 km
Basketball2 km
Cooking1 km
Dancing2 km
Diving5 km
Football (soccer)5 km
Golf5 km
Horse riding10 km
Ice Hockey2 km
Mountainbiking10 km
Music2 km
Sailing3 km
Skiing15 km
Squash2 km
Swimming1 km
Table Tennis1 km
Tennis2 km
Volleyball3 km
Windsurfing5 km
Yoga1 km

Examples of leisure activities organized by the school

Adults - Free activities

Conversation Club, social pub gatherings, local landmark visits.

Adults - Paid activities

Not offered.

Accommodation

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Questions and answers about Oxford International Education

  • Currently, Oxford International Education only offers homestay accommodation. This type of accommodation is an excellent opportunity to immerse yourself in Canadian culture and practice your language skills in a homestay environment. Host families usually live within an average distance of approximately 45 minutes by public transport from the school, allowing easy access to the city's facilities and activities.

    It is important to mention that the specific details of the assigned host family are only provided after the booking payment has been completed in full. This information is sent approximately 7-10 days before the start of the course to ensure that all arrangements are in order and to facilitate your arrival and settling in.
    Rubén De Haro, LanguageCourse.Net - Jul 03, 2024

FAQ about Oxford International Education, Vancouver

  • English courses at Oxford International Education start at 190 C$ for IELTS Exam Preparation Evening 16 course with 16 lessons per week. When booking here you benefit from an exclusive discount.
  • The accommodation Homestay is the most popular among all our clients of Oxford International
  • Yes. The school offers pickup from Vancouver International Airport (200 C$)
  • Depending on the chosen course, the maximum number of students at Oxford International varies from 14 students (General English Intensive 30) to 16 students (University Pathway Programme Intensive)
  • 100% of teachers at Oxford International Education hold a university degree. 100% hold a recognized language teaching certificate.
  • The highest Nationality percentage at Oxford International Education comes from China with a 15% representation, followed by students from Brazil (10%) and Japan (10%).
  • Yes, there is an exclusive discount that only applies when booking online here.
  • 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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