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1. English Conversation (ESL)
2. University of Cambridge Exam Preparation
3. English Programs for Younger Students
4. Business English
5. Test Preparation
6. Teaching English to Children (TEC)
7. Electives
8. Homework Help
9. Custom Programs
 Our English classes focus on fluency, and are fun, interactive and effective.
We have a comprehensive curriculum for all our ESL programs which includes a wide variety of resources and activities as well as an integrated testing system.
Morning classes use a textbook and cover all language skills, including pronunciation and idioms. Each student receives a homework book for additional grammar practice and a personal prgress report with details of their achievements in each level.
The afternoon program focuses more on discussion and fluency activities and does not require a textbook.
Max: 12 students/class.
- 25 hours/week 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
- Minimum age: 15
- Levels: Beginner to Advanced
- Start Dates: any Monday
- ESL Full-time can be combined with Listening, Grammar and Writing Electives to make an Intensive ESL program.
- Can be combined with Homework Help on Tuesdays & Thursdays
- 15 hours / week, 9.00 a.m. - 12.00 p.m.
- Minimum Age: 15.
- Levels: Beginner to Advanced
- Start Dates: any Monday
- Can be combined with Homework Help on Tuesdays & Thursdays
- 10 hours / week, 1.00 p.m. - 3.00 p.m.
- Minimum Age: 15.
- Levels: Beginner to Advanced
- Start Dates: any Monday
- Can be combined with Homework Help on Tuesdays & Thursdays
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This is a comprehensive program that fully prepares students for the First Certificate in English (FCE) exam.
The morning class is Cambridge Test Prep (CTP); afternoon class is ESL Afternoons and in the late afternoon are Electives (three days/week).
The exam is optional, and allows passing students to receive a world-recognized certificate from the University of Cambridge, UK, in addition to their Stewart College Graduation Certificate. The exam can be taken at our school or in the student's home country.
The morning CTP program is usually small (with fewer than 8 students). It focuses on First Certificate exam skills development for Speaking, Listening, Use of English, Reading and Writing, and includes regular practice tests. Detailed progress reports are maintained for each student to record their achievements as they proceed through the program. This morning program suits intermediate and higher level students.
ESL Afternoons focuses on fluency development and is also offered as part of our regular ESL program, providing students with a wider variety of accents and levels to maximise their progress.
The Intensive option includes Listening, Grammar & Writing electives to improve skills in these often weaker areas. Maximum 12 students/class.
- Intensive: 29.5 hours / week :
Mon-Fri 9.00 a.m. - 3.00 p.m. plus Mon, Tue & Thu 3.30 - 5.00 p.m.
- Full-time: 25 hours / week : Mon-Fri 9.00 a.m. - 3.00 p.m.
- Part-time: 15 hours/wk
- Level: intermediate and above
- Minimum Age: 15
- Part-time and Full-time options can be combined with Homework Help on Tuesdays & Thursdays
See our schedule for course dates, or download our calendar and course outlines for more details.
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We have several programs designed specifically for younger students.
Students 11-17 years old who are coming to Victoria for a holiday, to study English, or to join a Canadian High School will enjoy this full-time program.
The morning session focuses on all English language skills, including speaking, listening, reading and writing. Detailed progress reports are maintained for each student to record their achievements and provide information for their parents or school regarding the work covered.
The afternoon session focuses on Canadian history, geography and culture, or in July students can choose Teen Conversation Afternoons for additional fluency practice.
Max: 12 students/class.
- 22.5 hours/week, 9.00 a.m. - 2.30 p.m.
- Age: 11-17
- Level: Beginner to Upper Intermediate
- Can be combined with Homework Help on Tuesdays & Thursdays
See our schedule for course dates, or download our calendar and course outlines for more details.
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This part-time program has been developed specifically to assist international students in the BC school system complete their workload and improve their ability to read and write in English.
Students bring their own work to be completed in the class under the supervision of and with personal assistance from an experienced, qualified instructor. Max: 12 students/class.
- 6 hours/week, 4:00 - 6:00 p.m.
- Age: 11-17
- Level: Mixed
See our schedule for course dates, or download our calendar and course outlines for more details.
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The SAT Reasoning Test is a test for
college admissions in the United States. Our course helps students develop
critical thinking skills, improves their ability to analyze and solve problems and familiarizes them with the format of the test to improve their performance. Max: 12 students/class.
- 2 hours/week, 4:00 - 6:00 p.m. Tuesdays
- Age: 15-17
- Level: Intermediate+
English 12 is needed to enter many university courses. This program focuses on the problem areas of English 12 for international students and builds strategies for success.
OPTION 1: English 12 Year Round Part Time is for students currently in Year 11 or 12.
- 4 hours/week, 4:00 - 6:00 p.m. Mondays & Wednesdays
- Age: 15-17
- Level: Intermediate+
- 12 week program
OPTION 2: English 12 Summer Intensive gives a head start to students taking Year 12 English in September.
- 10 hours/week, 3:00 - 5:00 p.m. Monday to Friday
- Age: 15-17
- Level: Intermediate+
- 4 week program
Communication based, our Business English Mornings course focuses on English as it is used in today's global business world. The program includes field trips to places of interest for each topic, and guest speakers on relevant discussion points. Projects and group work help students use English to simulate business situations. Max: 12 students/class.
- Part-time: 15 hours / week, Mon-Fri 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
- Full-time (combined with TOEIC Afternoons or ESL Afternoons):
25 hours / week, Mon-Fri 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
- Intensive (Full-time course and Listening, Grammar and Writing Electives) :
Mon-Fri 9.00 a.m. - 3.00 p.m. plus Mon, Tue & Thu 3.30 - 5.00 p.m.
- Level: Intermediate to Advanced
- Can be combined with Homework Help on Tuesdays & Thursdays
See our schedule for course dates, or download our calendar and course outlines for more details.
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In addition to University of Cambridge prep course, we offer programs to improve students' scores in the TOEFL and TOEIC tests.
TOEFL Internet Based Test (iBT) Prep TOEFL is widely recognized by Universities as an indicator of students' levels. The TOEFL iBT includes a speaking component and is internet based. Our program develops the skills needed for all sections of the test and students will prepare for the internet test using CD Rom practice tests.
TOEFL iBT Afternoons can be taken alone as focused exam preparation program which teaches the skills needed to improve on this widely known test. Alternatively, it can be combined with a morning program to provide an excellent all-round test and fluency improvement program. Another option is the Intensive program which also includes three additional electives: Listening, Grammar and Writing. This course is designed for intermediate to advanced students. Max: 12 students per class.
- Level: Upper Intermediate - Advanced
- Part-time: 10 hours / week, Mon - Fri 1:00 p.m.–3:00 p.m.
- Full-time (combined with ESL Mornings or Cambridge First Certificate (FCE) : 25 hours / week, Mon-Fri 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
- Intensive (Full-time course and Listening, Grammar and Writing Electives) : Mon-Fri 9.00 a.m. - 3.00 p.m. plus Mon, Tue & Thu 3.30 - 5.00 p.m.
- Minimum Age: 15
- Can be combined with Homework Help on Tuesdays & Thursdays
See our schedule for course dates, or download our calendar and course outlines for more details.
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This is an intensive test-focused program designed for students who must take the TOEFL for university entrance, but who have study or work commitments during the day. Max: 12 students per class.
- Level: Upper Intermediate - Advanced
- Part-time: 6 hours / week, Tues/Wed/Thurs 4:00 p.m.–6:00 p.m.
- Minimum Age: 14
See our schedule for course dates, or download our calendar and course outlines for more details.
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The TOEIC Test Preparation afternoon program prepares students for the businessoriented TOEIC test. Classes focus on all sections of the test including pronunciation, listening, grammar & vocabulary building. Includes test practice and business idioms.Max: 12 students/class.
- Level: Intermediate - Advanced
- Part-time: 10 hours / week, 1:00 p.m.–3:00 p.m.
- Full-time (combined with ESL Mornings, Cambridge FCE or Business Mornings): 25 hours / week, Mon-Fri 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
- Intensive (Full-time course and Listening, Grammar and Writing Electives) : Mon-Fri 9.00 a.m. - 3.00 p.m. plus Mon, Tue & Thu 3.30 - 5.00 p.m.
- Minimum Age: 15
- Can be combined with Homework Help on Tuesdays & Thursdays
See our schedule for course dates, or download our calendar and course outlines for more details.
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This Certificate program gives student-teachers the tools needed to teach English to children in their home country. A good introduction to teaching English, this program includes lesson planning, practice teaching, songs and games, story-telling and focused skills development for teaching all language
skills. Maximum 12 students per class.
- 94 hours / 4 weeks (including 6 hour practicum)
- 9.00 p.m. - 2:30 p.m. (some days finish earlier)
- Minimum Age: 18.
- Level: Intermediate and higher
- Can be combined with Homework Help on Tuesdays & Thursdays
See our schedule for course dates, or download our calendar and TEC course outlines for more details.
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Our afternoon electives are designed for students who want more intensive academic preparation, either to improve their overall proficiency in English, or to help improve their score on the Cambridge, TOEFL or TOEIC exams. The three electives can be taken individually, together as a late-afternoon package, or included in an intensive ESL program. The three study areas are Listening,
Grammar and Writing. Max.12 students per class.
- Monday:Listening, Tuesday: Grammar, Thursday: Writing
- 3:30 – 5:00 p.m.
- Minimum Age: 15.
- Level: Intermediate and higher
See our schedule for course dates, or download our calendar and course outlines for more details.
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This flexible program allows Stewart College part-time or full-time students to work on specific homework or other self-study work with the assistance of a qualified and experienced teacher. Depending on the student's requirements, they can bring their own work to be completed in the class or their instructor can provide them with a self-study course. Maximum 12 students per class.
- Tuesday and Thursday
- 3:30 – 5:00 p.m.
- Minimum Age: None
- Level: All
See our schedule for course dates, or download our calendar and course outlines for more details.
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Groups of fewer than 10 students can enjoy the rich and varied schedule usually associated with group programs by registering for ESL classes AND Discover Victoria activities.
Groups of 10 or more students can choose their own schedule, and sightseeing, activities, tests, homestay services and airport transfer can be included if desired. Group Programs can be designed to suit the specific interests of your group. For example:
Test preparation |
English/Martial arts |
High School prep |
Teen Holiday |
English / Golf |
Gardening, Crafts |
Special interest |
Mandarin or other foreign language |
Nursing |
Seniors' sightseeing |
Business intensive |
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Contact Us for a detailed quote, providing the following information:
- Preferred dates for your program
- minimum number of students
- age of students
- hours of ESL per day
- number of chaperones or escorts .
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