VanWest CollegeKelowna, Canada
- School offers Government certified Career Training Programs.
Location: VanWest College Kelowna is an English language school located in the picturesque setting of Kelowna, in British Columbia, Canada. Known for its orchards, mountains, parks, pine forests and stunning nature, Kelowna is hailed by many as being a great place to study and live. The VanWest College Kelowna is housed in Downtown Kelowna, has excellent communication via public transport networks and has easy access to many eateries, restaurants, commercial shopping, sites of interest and attractions. Some attractions within walking distance of the school include the District on Bernard shopping mall, Kelowna City Park, Hot Sands Beach, Okanagan Lake and much more.
Course selection: The school provides English language tuition to students of all levels. General English is available over several schedules and intensities. Youth programmes for students aged 13-17 years of age are available during the summer months. Private tuition is available in conjunction with or independently from any other course or programme.
Social and cultural: VanWest College Kelowna provides a vibrant activity and excursion programme for both adult and junior students. Included within the adult activities there may be comedy nights, board games, conversation club, paddle boarding, axe throwing, nights at the movie theatre and much more! Excursions may include trips to the Farmers' Market, various winery and brewing tours, Sunday brunch and more!
- The language school VanWest College was founded in Kelowna, Canada in 1988.
- Legal name / parent company: VanWest College Ltd
- Tax registration ID: 17-145612
English Courses
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 24 | 44 | Additional Week |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in C$ | |||||||||||
| Price at school Our price | -- | 880 836 | 1320 1254 | 1760 1672 | 2640 2508 | 3520 3344 | 4400 4180 | 5220 4959 | 10200 9690 | 17820 16929 | 405 385 |
This course is composed of 20 General English language lessons and 10 elective courses per week.
Based on an integrated skill curriculum, core classes teach students specific strategies to improve their English while electives reinforce the core language skills: reading, writing, listening and speaking. Eight language benchmark levels accommodate student progression from a beginner learner with little English skill to advanced language proficiency.
Elective Course Options:
-VanExpress IELTS Preparation (VIP)
-English for Business (Linguaskill)
-English for Presentation (Public Speaking)
-English for Engineering
-English for Social Media
-English for Marketing & Sales
-English for Flight Attendants
-English & Volunteer Experience
-Communication
-Speaking
-Listening
-Writing
-Grammar
-Critical Response
-Pronunciation
And More!
Morning: 8:30 - 12:00
Afternoon: 13:00 - 14:45
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 24 | 44 | Additional Week |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in C$ | |||||||||||
| Price at school Our price | -- | 820 779 | 1230 1169 | 1640 1558 | 2460 2337 | 3280 3116 | 4100 3895 | 4860 4617 | 9480 9006 | 16500 15675 | 375 357 |
This course is composed of 20 General English language lessons and 5 elective courses per week
Based on an integrated skill curriculum, core classes teach students specific strategies to improve their English while electives reinforce the core language skills: reading, writing, listening and speaking. Eight language benchmark levels accommodate student progression from a beginner learner with little English skill to advanced language proficiency.
Elective Course Options:
-VanExpress IELTS Preparation (VIP)
-English for Business (Linguaskill)
-English for Presentation (Public Speaking)
-English for Engineering
-English for Social Media
-English for Marketing & Sales
-English for Flight Attendants
-English & Volunteer Experience
-Communication
-Speaking
-Listening
-Writing
-Grammar
-Critical Response
-Pronunciation
And More!
Morning: 8:30 - 12:00
Afternoon: 13:00 - 13:50
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 24 | 44 | Additional Week |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in C$ | |||||||||||
| Price at school Our price | -- | 760 722 | 1140 1083 | 1520 1444 | 2280 2166 | 3040 2888 | 3800 3610 | 4500 4275 | 8760 8322 | 15180 14421 | 345 328 |
Based on an integrated skill curriculum, core classes teach students specific strategies to improve their English while electives reinforce the core language skills: reading, writing, listening and speaking. Eight language benchmark levels accommodate student progression from a beginner learner with little English skill to advanced language proficiency.
Morning: 8:30 - 12:00
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 24 | 44 | Additional Week |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in C$ | |||||||||||
| Price at school Our price | -- | 500 475 | 750 713 | 1000 950 | 1500 1425 | 2000 1900 | 2500 2375 | 2940 2793 | 5640 5358 | 9460 8987 | 215 205 |
This course includes Elective classes only.
Elective Course Options:
-VanExpress IELTS Preparation (VIP)
-English for Business (Linguaskill)
-English for Presentation (Public Speaking)
-English for Engineering
-English for Social Media
-English for Marketing & Sales
-English for Flight Attendants
-English & Volunteer Experience
-Communication
-Speaking
-Listening
-Writing
-Grammar
-Critical Response
-Pronunciation
And More!
Afternoon: 13:00 - 14:45
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 24 | 44 | Additional Week |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in C$ | |||||||||||
| Price at school Our price | -- | 660 627 | 990 941 | 1320 1254 | 1980 1881 | 2640 2508 | 3300 3135 | 3720 3534 | 6960 6612 | 11880 11286 | 270 257 |
Private lessons are perfect for those who want to speed up their progress and focus on specific needs.
Individual focus and customized to your needs, One-to-One lessons pinpoint a student's individual needs and help them focus their studies even further! Each lesson is 55 minutes long, providing a tailor-made program to vastly improve the weaknesses in your English skills. One-to-One lessons are designed for the students and by the students. Personalized attention, guidance and feedback from the school's experienced and friendly teachers will help you reach your English goals. Students with limited time to study English will find this program ideal for enhancing their English skills.
Lessons are 55 minutes.
Afternoon: 14:50 - 15:45
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 12 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in C$ | |||||||||||
| Price at school Our price | -- | 1000 950 | 1500 1425 | 2000 1900 | 2500 2375 | 3000 2850 | 3500 3325 | 4000 3800 | 4050 3848 | 4500 4275 | 5400 5130 |
In the morning, you will take the English for Academic Purposes (EAP) courses to prepare you to achieve success in English-speaking public schools! In the afternoon, you will improve your English further through High School Preparation courses (Subject-specific Weekly Vocabulary / Presentation & Public Speaking / Group Projects)!
Learning Highlights
- Have knowledge of common vocabulary that is used in grade 10 BC high school courses
- Students will be exposed to some Canadian inventions and artists
- Students will be able to read and understand short stories
- Understand the expectations for Canadian health and fitness in high school
- Give presentations in English with increasing confidence
- Students will explore and understand Canadian history based on the BC High School curriculum
Sample Class Themes - Math
- Science
- Career Life Education and Applied Skills
- Canadian History and Culture
- English Language Arts
- Applied Design and Art
- Health and Fitness
- Review and Test
Morning: 8:30 - 12:00
Afternoon: 13:00 - 14:45
Information for all courses offered by VanWest College
Legal Custodianship Fee (for all minors): CAD 200
Medical Insurance Fee: CAD 17 per week
01 Jan 2024, 01 Jul 2024, 04 Sep 2024, 25 Dec 2024.
Lessons needed per English language level
Our price includes
- INCLUDED Wireless LAN zone at school
- INCLUDED Free certificate of course attendance
- INCLUDED Language level placement test at first day of classes
- INCLUDED Language level placement test before arrival
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VanWest College
General school facilities
Cafeteria
Computer lab
Lounge
Free WIFI
Student Age
Airport transfer
200 C$ return (both ways)
Visa Documents
Leisure activities
| activity possible | |
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| Ballet | |
| Baseball | |
| Basketball | |
| Cooking | |
| Cricket | |
| Dancing | |
| Diving | |
| Field Hockey | |
| Football (soccer) | |
| Golf | |
| Horse riding | |
| Ice Hockey | |
| Mountainbiking | |
| Music | |
| Rugby | |
| Sailing | |
| Skiing | |
| Squash | |
| Swimming | |
| Table Tennis | |
| Tennis | |
| Volleyball | |
| Windsurfing | |
| Yoga | |
Examples of leisure activities organized by the school
Adults - Free activities
Adults - Paid activities
Accommodation
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week | One-time fee (charged by school) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in C$ | 300 | 600 | 900 | 1200 | 1500 | 1800 | 2100 | 2400 | 3000 | 3600 | 300 | 230 |
Prices based on accommodation from Saturday to Saturday
Price per person
Staying with a Canadian family is an excellent way to improve your English. VanWest College ensures safe, comfortable and friendly host families. The school's homestay families have worked with them for many years. Homestays are a wonderful way to experience Canadian culture and learn about the surrounding area while being part of a Canadian family.
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week | One-time fee (charged by school) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in C$ | 330 | 660 | 990 | 1320 | 1650 | 1980 | 2310 | 2640 | 3300 | 3960 | 330 | 230 |
Prices based on accommodation from Saturday to Saturday
Price per person
Staying with a Canadian family is an excellent way to improve your English. VanWest College ensures safe, comfortable and friendly host families. The school's homestay families have worked with them for many years. Homestays are a wonderful way to experience Canadian culture and learn about the surrounding area while being part of a Canadian family.
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week | One-time fee (charged by school) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in C$ | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | 2000 | 2500 | 3000 | 250 | 230 |
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per person
There is a CAD 50 non-refundable maintenance fee per person.
VanWest Kelowna Copeland Student Residence is located in the heart of Kelowna. Living in the student residence makes it easy for students to meet new people and live in a study-oriented atmosphere. The student residence has easy access to restaurants, shopping mall, movie theatre, and public transportation. It is exclusively offered to full-time students in Kelowna only.
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week | One-time fee (charged by school) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in C$ | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | 1520 | 1900 | 2280 | 190 | 230 |
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per person
There is a CAD 50 non-refundable maintenance fee per person.
VanWest Kelowna Copeland Student Residence is located in the heart of Kelowna. Living in the student residence makes it easy for students to meet new people and live in a study-oriented atmosphere. The student residence has easy access to restaurants, shopping mall, movie theatre, and public transportation. It is exclusively offered to full-time students in Kelowna only.
FAQ about VanWest College, Kelowna
- I want to study at your school. How can I book ?“Select the number of weeks you would like to enroll, the name of the course and the start date from the calculator on the school page,
then select the accommodation information (do not select any if you do not book accommodation through the school),
Click "Reserve at the lowest price" at the bottom of the calculator and follow the instructions to pay the deposit.
We will submit your registration to the school as soon as possible after receiving your deposit.”Susan Wang, Language Travel Consultant from LanguageCourse.Net - Nov 28, 2022 - Is airport pickup offered by VanWest College?Yes. The school offers pickup from Kelowna International Airport (100 C$)
- What is the number of students per class at VanWest College?Depending on the chosen course, the maximum number of students at VanWest College varies from 1 students (Private Lessons ) to 15 students (General English 30)
- Is this price lower than booking directly with the school?Yes, there is an exclusive discount that only applies when booking online here.
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