Study English in beautiful Vancouver, Canada at International House Vancouver (IHV)!

We provide quality English language courses to international students (adults, teenagers, and children) from around the world. Taught by highly qualified and experienced professionals, our accredited programs are truly unique in the flexibility that we offer to our students.

In addition to our English courses for beginners to advanced learners, we offer ESL teacher training programs.

The school is accredited by the International House World Organisation and Languages Canada, both quality organizations assuring that their members adhere to the highest standards in teaching English as a foreign language.

Our wide range of ESL programs includes General English, IELTS & TOEFL test preparation, university pathway program, Business English classes, private English lessons, working holiday programs, and junior programs for children and teenagers.

With its scenic views, mild climate and friendly people Vancouver is consistently ranked as one of the top places to live in the world.

It offers outstanding outdoor adventures and while the city itself, located at sea-level, is known for temperate climate, the surrounding mountains are covered in snow making it perfect for winter sports and breath taking views.

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"It`s the perfect place to learn English! Definitely the best school in Vancouver!!!"
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• General English (beginner to upper advanced levels)
• Elective English courses
• Exam Preparation for IELTS, TOEFL, TOEIC, PET, FCE, CAE & CPE
• Business English
• Private & semi-private tutoring
• University Pathway Program / English for Academic Purposes
• Programs for Working Holiday Visa Holders
• Junior Summer & Winter Programs
• Programs for adults 50+
• Homestudy Program (Live and study in your teacher’s home)
• TESL Certificate & CELTA English Teacher Training...

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2. International House Vancouver

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Located in the heart of beautiful downtown Vancouver, Canada, International House Vancouver (IHV) provide a wide range of beginner to advanced level English language courses to adults from Canada, and around the world.

Our accredited ESL programs include General English, TOEFL & IELTS Test Preparation, Pathway Programs, Business English classes, Home Study, Private English Lessons and more.

IH offers a wide range of courses and programs options with courses of 15, 20, 30 or 35 lessons per week.

Our accredited programs are truly unique in the flexibility that we offer to our students, and are taught by highly qualified and experienced teachers.

Students can stay with a local Canadian family (Homestay), in a local 'Student House', or in nearby hotel accommodation.

IH Vancouver is accredited by Languages Canada, and the International House World Organisation, an educational trust founded in 1953 by John and Brita Haycraft. Their aim was to raise standards of language teaching worldwide

General English Language Programs:
- General English
- Elective Courses
- Semi-Private & Private English Lessons
- Intuition Home Study Course (live with your English teacher)

Academic English Courses:
- Business English
- University Pathway Program / English for Academic Purposes
- English Exam Preparation Programs (TOEIC, TOEFL, PET, FCE, CAE & TKT)

Work & Study Programs:
- Working Holiday

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3. Vancouver International College

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Vancouver International College (VIC) in the heart of downtown Vancouver specializes in communication in English. Since 2000, VIC has been teaching English to students from around the world. Classes range from basic English to college preparation. Students may also study TOEIC, TOEFL and Medical English.

VIC is an accredited TOEIC test center and administers the official TOEIC test monthly. All VIC instructors are qualified, have had multicultural experience outside of Canada and are committed to providing their students with the care and support necessary to maximize their learning.

Vancouver is a clean, cosmopolitan and multicultural city with easy access to beaches, forests and mountains.

General English Programs:
- General English
- Speaking Clinic
- Listening Clinic
- Real Canadian Pronunciation
- Written Arts
- Communication Arts
- Intensive Speaking & Listening

Specialized English Programs:
- College Preparation
- iBT TOEFL
- TOEIC
- Academic Communication
- Business Communication
- TESOL

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4. Kaplan International Vancouver

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• Kaplan International offers English language courses to students from around the world at our English school in Downtown Vancouver BC. We have gained an international reputation for high academic standards and innovative teaching techniques.

• Our courses include intensive English, exam preparation for the TOEFL and Cambridge FCE, CAE & CPE exams and Academic Year / Semester programs for international students who wish to study English in Canada.

• We offer a comprehensive selection of English courses of varying lengths and levels of intensity. You can also personalise your courses to match your language goals through electives and supplementary study sessions. We welcome students of all levels and our qualified and experienced teachers help you to learn English quickly.

• Our English school is located close to the famous Robson Street and just a few steps from the exceptional shopping district, spectacular harbour and mountain views.

• Students have easy access to local ski resorts such as Canada's famous Whistler Mountain and beautiful Canadian national parks.

English Language Courses:
• General English
• Intensive English
• General & Intensive English Academic Year or Semester
• Vacation English
• Business English for professionals

English Exam Preparation Programs:
• Cambridge Exam Prep (FCE, CAE, CPE)
• IELTS Exam Preparation
• TOEFL & Academic English courses

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5. Global Village English Centres

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Global Village English Centres are conveniently located in downtown Vancouver, Calgary, Victoria and Toronto and offer ESL / EFL courses for all levels as well as a wide range of exciting programmes for juniors and teenagers, including residential summer camps and homestay/school-based teen activity programmes.

- General English
- Cambridge FCE, CAE exam preparation
- TOEFL, IELTS, TOEIC test preparation
- TEFL teacher training
- High school & work experience

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6. GEOS Language Academy Vancouver

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GEOS Language Academy with a Global Network over 550 schools and colleges in 18 countries, has been opening a world of opportunities for over 30 years. GEOS Language Academy Vancouver is especially well-known for its warm, friendly, academic atmosphere, and you can look forward to meeting people from all over the world. Our curriculum always focuses on communication in English, so you will be able to improve your speaking ability, as well as work on your grammar, pronunciation, writing, and listening.

GEOS Vancouver is located in the centre of the city, and is surrounded by restaurants, banks and shopping malls, assuring the necessary services to meet every student’s needs. Our school offers educational counsellors and academic coordinators who monitor our students' progress and prepare social, sightseeing, and cultural activities, organize workshops.

English Language Courses:

- Super-Intensive English
- Intensive English
- TOEFL iBT Course
- Part-Time English
- Test Preparation Programs (TOEIC)
- Business Communication
- Power Speaking
- Writing Course
- Listening & Pronunciation
- IELTS Preparation
- Private Lessons

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7. Kaplan International Canada

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• With more than 40 English language schools in eight countries, Kaplan International is a world leader in English education and has been teaching English as a foreign language to students and professional since 1967.

• Located in Toronto and Vancouver, our English schools in Canada welcome students of all levels. In addition to a wide variety of English courses, we offer exam preparation courses, and internships placement services to help you advance your professional or academic career.

• Kaplan International English courses in Canada are ideal for students of all levels, with short and long term courses of various levels of intensity starting frequently throughout the year.

• Each course has a special focus so that you can direct your study to suit your language needs, and electives and supplementary study sessions are available to personalise your English course to match your goals.

• Kaplan International’s English schools in Canada are accredited members of Languages Canada. Join our English schools in Canada and achieve you language goals with Kaplan International today.

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8. King George International College, Vancouver

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King George International College is one of the best English schools in Canada. International students choose us in British Columbia, on the West Coast or Ontario, South Canada to study ESL. At KGIC in Vancouver, BC, our instructors are practiced and experienced professionals in their fields, and you can expect the highest academic standards and quality throughout your program of study. KGIC enjoys a number of affiliations with schools, colleges and universities both in Canada and abroad.

Vancouver is an exciting city to live in. It is quite cosmopolitan and contains many multicultural groups. Because the city is multicultural, it's also multilingual. Its people speak many different languages and many follow the traditions of their native lands, sometimes mixing them with Canadian culture.At KGIC, we like to make learning as fun as possible. This is why you will find a variety of clubs, activities and services offered at KGIC. KGIC has a Special Activity Coordinator at each campus. The activities are academic, cultural and entertaining. Come and join us!

ESL – English as a Second Language Program; Business English; English for Professional Careers; TOEFL and TOEIC Tests; Group Lessons; Private English Tuition.

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9. LSI Vancouver

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LSI Vancouver is ideally located in the heart of the downtown district. The city's main attractions, such as shopping malls, galleries and theatres, are within easy walking distance, as are bus, Seabus and Skytrain services. The school is on the first floor of a modern office tower. We offer comfortable classrooms, a computer lab with Internet access, a wide variety of self-study materials, and a common room for student use. Our social calendar is full of excitement, including cultural activities (Vancouver Art Gallery and the UBC Museum of Anthropology), visits to parks (Lighthouse Park, Lynn Canyon, Queen Elizabeth Park), professional sports (NHL Canucks and CFL Lions), and outings to pubs, restaurants, or picnic areas! Excursions to the capital city of Victoria or the mountain resort of Whistler are arranged every month. Summer activities include cycling, river rafting and hiking. Winter activities include skiing, snowboarding and ice-skating.

Courses include Standard 20 (20 fifty-minute lessons per week), Intensive 30 (30 lessons per week), MEB - Modular English for Business, Cambridge Exam courses, TOEFL, TOEIC Preparation, EET - English for (non-native) English Teachers, Executive Courses (one to one available), and more.

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10. Pan Pacific College, Vancouver

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Pan Pacific College (PPC) in downtown Vancouver, BC, is one of the oldest and respected language schools in Vancouver offering ESL (English as a Second Language) programs. PPC’s student centered-approach is flexible to the needs of learners and our programs are designed so you can decide when, and what, you want to learn. The most effective program choice for serious learners is our Platinum ESL Program (30hrs/week), which includes our very popular Conversation Club, and provides the most opportunities for improving Speaking skills.

Pan Pacific College is recognized by Immigration Canada, and can issue an Official Letter of Acceptance, required for all Student Authorizations (Student Visa). We are fully bonded and registered with the Private Career Training Institutions Agency of British Columbia (PCTIA).

ESL (English as a Second Language) Programs:

- Full-Time ESL Program
- TOEFL Test Preparation
- Cambridge KET, PET, FCE Exam Preparation
- Job Preparation Program
- Business Communication