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OHC English, VancouverFavorites heart icon

#1
OHC English

Average student rating for this school was the best or in the top 20% among all schools in Canada
Gastown

Rating: 5.0/5.0

5.0/5.03 reviews

Rating: 5.0/5.0

5.0/5.0		Quality of teaching

Rating: 5.0/5.0

5.0/5.0		Leisure program
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School re-opening on 08 September 2020
Accreditations:
School accredited by Languages Canada / CAPLS

The school is located in the beautiful historic district of Gastown in downtown Vancouver. The school is a 5 minute... More

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General English - 20 lessons per week | Max. group size: 16
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820C$ 786C$
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LSI - Language Studies International, VancouverFavorites heart icon

#2
LSI - Language Studies International

Among the Top 20% most popular English schools in Canada in the last 12 months

Rating: 4.5/5.0

4.5/5.015 reviews

Rating: 4.4/5.0

4.4/5.0		Quality of teaching

Rating: 4.1/5.0

4.1/5.0		Leisure program
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The school is located in a modern office building in the centre of downtown Vancouver, within walking distance of all... More

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General 20 - 20 lessons per week | Max. group size: 16
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855C$ 820C$
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ILAC - International Language Academy of Canada, VancouverFavorites heart icon

#3
ILAC - International Language Academy of Canada

Among the Top 20% most popular English schools in Canada in the last 12 months Organized social activities were rated by students as the best or among the top 20% of all schools in Canada
Downtown Vancouver

Rating: 4.4/5.0

4.4/5.019 reviews

Rating: 4.5/5.0

4.5/5.0		Quality of teaching

Rating: 4.2/5.0

4.2/5.0		Leisure program
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School accredited by ALTO (Association of Language Travel Organisations) School accredited by Languages Canada / CAPLS

The ILAC boutique campus is in the heart of Downtown Vancouver. The school is located beside the Main Transportation... More

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General English - Intensive Program - 30 lessons per week | Max. group size: 15
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900C$ 900C$
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LAB - Languages Across Borders, VancouverFavorites heart icon

#4
LAB - Languages Across Borders

Organized social activities were rated by students as the best or among the top 20% of all schools in Canada
Yaletown

Rating: 4.2/5.0

4.2/5.049 reviews

Rating: 4.1/5.0

4.1/5.0		Quality of teaching

Rating: 4.4/5.0

4.4/5.0		Leisure program
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School accredited by Languages Canada / CAPLS School accredited by QE (Quality English)

The school is located in dynamic Yaletown, the newest and trendiest district of downtown Vancouver. In addition to... More

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English Language Course (Semi-Intensive) - 21 lessons per week | Max. group size: 15
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880C$ 844C$
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Oxford International Education, VancouverFavorites heart icon

#5
Oxford International Education

Among the Top 20% most popular English schools in Vancouver in the last 12 months Organized social activities were rated by students as the best or among the top 20% of all schools in Canada

Rating: 4.0/5.0

4.0/5.04 reviews

Rating: 4.2/5.0

4.2/5.0		Quality of teaching

Rating: 4.2/5.0

4.2/5.0		Leisure program
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School accredited by ALTO (Association of Language Travel Organisations) School accredited by Languages Canada / CAPLS

In the heart of one of the most attractive metropolitan cities, the school is just a few minutes’ walk from the harbour. More

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Basic Core Programme - 20 lessons per week | Max. group size: 16
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917C$ 880C$
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ILSC Language School, VancouverFavorites heart icon

#6
ILSC Language School

downtown Vancouver, city centre

Rating: 4.0/5.0

4.0/5.03 reviews

Rating: 4.3/5.0

4.3/5.0		Quality of teaching

Rating: 4.3/5.0

4.3/5.0		Leisure program
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School accredited by ALTO (Association of Language Travel Organisations) School accredited by Languages Canada / CAPLS

The school campuses are conveniently located in the city’s downtown core, close to public transit, banks restaurants,... More

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Full-Time FT - 24 lessons per week | Max. group size: 15
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870C$ 834C$
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International House , VancouverFavorites heart icon

#7
International House

Downtown

Rating: 2.0/5.0

2.0/5.02 reviews

Rating: 1.5/5.0

1.5/5.0		Quality of teaching

Rating: 1.5/5.0

1.5/5.0		Leisure program
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The school is located in the heart of the city and provides top quality teaching. Its highly dedicated teachers and... More

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IHV 20 - 20 lessons per week | Max. group size: 16
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850C$ 815C$
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VanWest College

Downtown
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School currently open
Accreditations:
School accredited by ALTO (Association of Language Travel Organisations) School accredited by IALC (International Association of Language Centres) School accredited by Languages Canada / CAPLS School accredited by QE (Quality English)

The language school is located in the world's most livable city of Vancouver. The multi-cultural atmosphere and variety... More

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General English Course 25 - 25 lessons per week | Max. group size: 15
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870C$ 834C$
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The Language Gallery, VancouverFavorites heart icon

The Language Gallery

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Accreditations:
School accredited by Languages Canada / CAPLS

The area where the language school is located is rich in culture and arts. Students can enjoy museums, cafes, and... More

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English Core Course - 20 lessons per week | Max. group size: 16
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750C$ 720C$
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ELS Vancouver LAL Partner School, VancouverFavorites heart icon

ELS Vancouver LAL Partner School

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The modern language school is situated in the heart of downtown Vancouver. Students will enjoy breathtaking scenery,... More

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General English - 20 lessons per week | Max. group size: 15
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1080C$ 1033C$
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Vancouver Experience Summer School Junior Centre, LAL Partner School, VancouverFavorites heart icon

Vancouver Experience Summer School Junior Centre, LAL Partner School

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School accredited by ALTO (Association of Language Travel Organisations) School accredited by Languages Canada / CAPLS School accredited by NAFSA (Association of International Educators)

LAL Vancouver is right in the heart of Downtown Vancouver. A 15 minute bus trip will take you to the amazing Stanley... More

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Summer Teen Program - Homestay - 25 lessons per week | Max. group size: 15
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Includes accommodation -
1865C$ 1822C$
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EC English

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Covid-19 Status:
School currently open
Accreditations:
School accredited by Languages Canada / CAPLS

EC Vancouver is located in the heart of downtown Vancouver, a 25 minute walk away from the Westin Bayshore Harbour. It... More

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General Course - 20 lessons per week | Max. group size: 15
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810C$ 810C$
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EF International Language Center, VancouverFavorites heart icon

EF International Language Center

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Covid-19 Status:
School currently open
Accreditations:
School accredited by Languages Canada / CAPLS

Staff are dedicated to providing excellent service and support to all students in the brand new downtown campus which... More

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General Course + Accommodation - 26 lessons per week | Max. group size: 17
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Includes accommodation -
1205€ 1205€
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Kaplan International English, VancouverFavorites heart icon

Kaplan International English

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School accredited by Languages Canada / CAPLS

The language school is located in an area near downtown Vancouver. Situated nearby are local bus stops and Skytrain... More

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General Course - 20 lessons per week | Max. group size: 15
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945C$ 945C$
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Study & Live in your Teacher's Home, VancouverFavorites heart icon

Study & Live in your Teacher's Home

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School accredited by ALTO (Association of Language Travel Organisations) School accredited by UNOSEL (Union Nationale des Organisations de Séjours Linguistiques) School accredited by WYSE/FIYTO (World Youth Student & Educational Travel Confereration)

Over 2000 qualified teachers in 30 countries all over the world are associated with the school organisation. 'Study & L... More

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Standard Programme 15 - 15 lessons per week | Max. group size: 1
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3000US$ 2850US$
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Tamwood Language Centre, VancouverFavorites heart icon

Tamwood Language Centre

Downtown Vancouver
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School accredited by Languages Canada / CAPLS School accredited by WYSE/FIYTO (World Youth Student & Educational Travel Confereration)

Centrally located in one of the world’s most liveable cities, this school offers comfortable learning facilities in... More

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Skill Builder 28 - 28 lessons per week | Max. group size: 15
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935C$ 897C$
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St Giles International, VancouverFavorites heart icon

St Giles International

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Located in the business district of downtown Vancouver, close to shopping and entertainment areas and the harbour. More

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General English 20 - Morning - 20 lessons per week | Max. group size: 12
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932C$ 932C$
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Cloud Nine College

Downtown
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Good location in downtown Vancouver, close to restaurants, coffee shops, and stores.  More

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General English - Part Time AM - 26 lessons per week | Max. group size: 10
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700C$ 673C$
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SSLC Sprott Shaw Language College

Accreditations:
School accredited by Languages Canada / CAPLS

Whatever the age, skill level or available time, SSLC offers something for everyone. The signature skill-focused ESL... More

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Intensive English - 20 lessons per week | Max. group size: 15
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780C$ 749C$
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What our students said about Vancouver

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Great city, great surroundings, very friendly...

Great city, great surroundings, very friendly people, it’s really worth going there.

Dietrich
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Most recent student reviews of language schools in Vancouver

Oxford International EducationOxford International Education

Rating: 4/5.0

4/5.0 | 4 reviews

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.
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.

6 September 2018
Course: Basic Core Programme - 2 weeks
Student age: 61 years

Guadalupe
Mexico
LAB - Languages Across BordersLAB - Languages Across Borders

Rating: 4.2/5.0

4.2/5.0 | 49 reviews

The teachers were very kind, they spoke clearly, they were also very dynamic. The topics the teachers used were very useful and I learned a lot. I also loved the way I was welcomed, the staff were so nice and I really felt as if I was already studying there for a long time ago, because of the good vibe I felt. It was a very nice experience
It would be nice that in the graduation day they would hire a professional photographer, because I missed a nice memory of that day

17 July 2018
Course: English Language Course (Full-time) - 1 week
Student age: 45 years

Gema
Mexico
OHC EnglishOHC English

Rating: 5/5.0

5/5.0 | 3 reviews

The spirit of conviviality that reigns there because of its human size.
Very good school, the manager Janelle makes this place of learning a friendly place where we have fun learning.

9 July 2018
Course: Intensive English - 4 weeks
Student age: 32 years

Zollet
France
LAB - Languages Across BordersLAB - Languages Across Borders

Rating: 4.2/5.0

4.2/5.0 | 49 reviews

The reception, the organization, the kindness of the teachers, the interactive teaching, the diversity of the nationalities and the generations.
In addition, I was enchanted. For sure I will not hesitate to recommend the school to friends.

2 October 2017
Course: English Language Course (Full-time) - 1 week
Student age: 58 years

Jean Luc
France
LAB - Languages Across BordersLAB - Languages Across Borders

Rating: 4.2/5.0

4.2/5.0 | 49 reviews

The atmosphere in the school is awesome, but the quality of teaching isn't good!

11 September 2017
Course: English Language Course (Full-time) - 4 weeks
Student age: 27 years

Vanina
Bulgaria
LAB - Languages Across BordersLAB - Languages Across Borders

Rating: 4.2/5.0

4.2/5.0 | 49 reviews

I loved the atmosphere of the school, everybody is nice and we are all a big family.
I stayed in Vancouver for 6 months and I can say this is the best school to learn English. Going to school evry day is a pleasure because everybody is very nice. The teachers, the staff and the students are always available and ready to help. Rather than a school, we are a family.

28 July 2014
Course: English Language Course (Part-time/Morning) - 16 weeks
Student age: 20 years

Mathias
France
LAB - Languages Across BordersLAB - Languages Across Borders

Rating: 4.2/5.0

4.2/5.0 | 49 reviews

dynamic teachers and all the team
overall good organization and especially the teachers... very involved and dynamic

22 April 2014
Course: English Language Course (Full-time) - 4 weeks
Student age: 55 years

Françoise
Canada
LAB - Languages Across BordersLAB - Languages Across Borders

Rating: 4.2/5.0

4.2/5.0 | 49 reviews

The teachers and staff are just great.
I had wonderful time at this school. It was all I had imagined. The teachers are really great, the classes are fun and you look forward to going to class. At this school, they really try everything to make your stay enjoyable. I have seen in more than one occasion that students who had been there for a while and had run out of money helped out at the school and in exchange, were allowed to continue participating in class. So, it's not just about making money, the human aspect plays a major role. You will have fun and learn a lot. The course helped me to overcome my fear of speaking. For me, it was definitely worth it. You can change the classes every week, so if the course content is too easy for you, you can just ask them to switch you to a higher level. I had for teachers. Damian, Derek, Mark and Cynthia. Wonderful teachers. There were many students from Brazil, great people, you will love them. Vancouver itself is a cool city. Very multi-cultural with many many Asians. You can't go wrong with Vancouver and CSLI. I personally definitely go back.

29 September 2013
Course: English Language Course (Full-time) - 4 weeks
Student age: 29 years

Hassan
Germany

Key Facts about Vancouver

Vancouver: Vancouver is Canada´s 3rd largest city beautifully situated with ocean and mountains surrounding the city. The city boasts Stanley park with a 10 thousand acre park of forest, beaches, cicling and running paths. With the beauty of the natural environment and the city's role as a haven for former hippies and counter-culture types, it is not too surprising that organisations such as Greenpeace sprang up here. But Vancouver is also the commercial and cultural heart of Canada's West Coast and a major convention and tourist destination.

Population: 1,838,000

Time zone: +2h. (GMT -8)

Region: British Columbia,

Currency: CAD (1 CAD = 0.7524 USD)

Vancouver quality of life rating:

Rating: 4.7/5.0

4.7/5.0 (115 reviews by our former students)

Visa: Nationals from USA do not require a visa to study short term courses up to 180 days. Check visa requirements for nationals from other countries.

universities: 3 (rankings of universities in Vancouver)

High season: July

Low season: December

Average course price per week (High season): 391 C$

Average course price per week (Low season): 307 C$

Cost of Living:

* 100 = prices in New York

  • Student price index excluding rent:74* (26% cheaper than New York)
  • Student price index including rent:63* (37% cheaper than New York)
  • Price index food only:75* (25% cheaper than New York)
  • Big Mac price (Canada average):6.86 C$ (10% cheaper than in USA)
Mains electricity:
  • Plug Type A
  • Plug Type B
  • Residential voltage: 120 V
  • Frequency: 60 Hz

Arrival Airport

Vancouver International (YVR) - 7 km. from Vancouver city center

Public transportation to city center:

Every 10 minutes, 4,00 CAD, 25 minutes.

Main stops: Yvr-Airport Station, Sea Island Centre Station, Bridgeport Station, Oakridge-41St Avenue Station, King Edward Station

4 per day, 9 CAD, 40 minutes.

Main stops: Vancouver International Airport-"Departures", Oakridge Mall/41st & Cambie, Vancouver General Hospital/12th & Cambie

Taxi: 38 C$, 20 minutes drive to city center of Vancouver

Direct international flights from:
  • USA: Anchorage International, Chicago O'Hare International, Denver International, Honolulu International, Houston George Bush Intercntl., Kauai Island Lihue, Kona, Las Vegas Mccarran, Los Angeles International, Maui Kahului, Minneapolis St Paul, New York John F. Kennedy, New York Newark, Orlando International, Palm Springs International, Phoenix Sky Harbor, Portland, Salt Lake City, San Diego International, San Francisco International, San Jose International, Santa Ana John Wayne, Seattle / Tacoma International, Washington Dulles
  • Australia: Brisbane, Sydney Kingsford Smith
  • United Kingdom: Glasgow International, London Gatwick, London Heathrow, Manchester

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  • 673€ for 2 weeks is the lowest price for an English course in Vancouver. The average cost of a language course in Vancouver is 292€ per week.
  • Students rated the activity program at OHC English as the best.
  • OHC English has received the best overall rating in Vancouver.
  • OHC English, located in 322 Water St., Unit 100, Gastown has been voted as the school with the best location in Vancouver.
  • OHC English was rated highest for quality of teaching.
  • 'Homestay' at LAB - Languages Across Borders is the best rated accommodation in Vancouver.
  • You can take courses for just 1 week. For significant progress opt for longer durations. According to a survey of StudyTravel Magazine the average course duration for Canada is 12 weeks.
  • The student price index in Vancouver is 74.03. For details check the city's cost of living section.
  • Students rated Vancouver with 4.7 stars out of 5.
  • In Vancouver electricity is 120 Volt and 60 Hz. Plug type A, B.
  • Best airport to arrive to in Vancouver is Vancouver International (7.5 km from city center). See information about all arrivals and airport information for Vancouver.

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