GENERAL ENGLISH & ELECTIVES TEST PREPARATION BUSINESS ENGLISH PATHWAY PROGRAM YOUNG LEARNERS
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about us - International House Vancouver - Net Pacific Group - International House World Organisation - Mission Statement and Value Statement
general english program - Daily Schedule - Required Levels
program options - Time Schedule - Level System
examination classes - Required Levels - Time Schedule
business english - Required Levels - Time Schedule
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pathway program - The IH Advantage - The IH Guarantee - Program Overview - Partner institutions
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- Homestay Programs (Summer & Winter) - Residential Program (Summer) - Children’s Adventure Program (Summer)
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13 about vancouver & testimonials 14 activity program - Activity Schedule - West Trek Tours
about us International House Vancouver
S
ince 1990, IH Vancouver has been offering the
International House Vancouver is a member of
highest quality language programs to students
the International House World Organisation, an
from around the world. With a wide variety of
educational trust founded in 1953 by John and
courses and an active social program, IH Vancouver is
Brita Haycraft. Their aim was to raise the standards
the ideal place to study.
of language teaching world-wide and this aim has
Come and experience Vancouver!
remained central to the organization ever since.
IH Vancouver is accredited and inspected regularly by Languages Canada and IH World.
World Organisation Located in Downtown Vancouver the school offers Whistler Vancouver
easy access to several of the cities attractions.
Hollywood, L.A.
With multiple locations in
San Diego
The brand new campus boasts 23 new classrooms,
North America, IH allows you
student lounge, a computer lab(plus free internet
to study in different cities (Vancouver, Whistler, San
and excellent wifi throught the school), as well as a
Diego or Hollywood - L.A.) with one registration fee.
cinema,art gallery, a variety of shops and numerous
Experience the best the west coast of North America
dining venues all under the same roof.
has to offer.
mission statement
IH Vancouver provides high quality, innovative
language programs for both adults and juniors. We achieve this with a learner-centered approach and
with staff and instructors who are well-trained,
experienced and motivated.
value statement
We conduct ourselves ethically in all aspects of our operation. Our programs are of the highest
quality and we offer excellent service and support to all of our learners. We embrace diversity and
value harmony and we support and encourage the personal growth of students and staff alike.
general english program IH Vancouver offers English courses for students at all levels. Our flexible schedule and wide variety of available classes lets students study exactly what they want in order to achieve their goals.
CATEGORY COURSE NAME
REQUIRED LEVELS
PERIOD A, B & C 08:50 - 11:40 General English Integrated Skills PERIOD
PERIOD D 12:30 - 13:20 Focus on Speaking / Listening
PERIOD E 13:30 – 14:20
PERIOD F 14:30 – 15:20
Pre-Grammar
Idioms
Grammar and Writing
English Through Media
Academic Writing
Vocabulary for Business
Listening Skills
Vocabulary and Speaking
Reading Skills
Current Events
Pronunciation
IELTS Oral Preparation
Advanced Grammar Academic Fluency Survival English City Talk Resume Writing & Interview Skills TOEIC Preparation Photography & Blogging
PERIOD G 15:30 – 16:20 Guided Conversation Foundations in Academic Preparation
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General Integrated English
ABC
Focus on Speaking / Listening
D
Pre-Grammar
E
Grammar and Writing
E
Academic Writing
E
Listening Skills
E
Reading Skills
E
ELECTIVES Pronunciation
E
GENERAL ENGLISH
Advanced Grammar
E
Idioms
F
English Through Media
F
Vocabulary for Business
F
Vocabulary and Speaking
F
Current Events
F
TOEFL/IELTS Oral Preparation
F
English Through Song
F
Survival English
EF
City Talk
EF
Resume Writing
EF
TOEIC Preparation
EF
Guided Conversation
G
Photography & Blogging
G
Foundations in Academic Preparation
G
Beginner Elementary Pre-Intermediate A Pre-Intermediate B Pre-Intermediate Step Lower Intermediate A Lower Intermediate B Lower Intermediate Step Mid-Intermediate Mid-Intermediate Step Upper Intermediate Upper Intermediate Step Lower Advanced Upper Advanced
Daily Schedule
program options IH offers a wide range of course and program options with courses of 15, 20, 30 or 35 lessons per week.
Time Schedule IHV-15 SemiIntensive AM
IHV-15 SemiIntensive PM
IHV-20 Semi-Intensive Plus AM
IHV-20 Semi-Intensive Plus PM
15
15
20
20
LESSON PER WEEK
IHV-30 Intensive 30
IHV-35 Intensive Plus 35
AM
Period A 08:50-09:40 Period B 09:50-10:40 Period C 10:50-11:40
PM
Period D 12:30-13:20 Period E 13:30-14:20 Period F 14:30-15:20 Period G 15:30-16:20
Level System IH VANCOUVER LEVEL Beginner Elementary
IHWO LEVEL CEFR CLB
1
A1
2
IELTS
iBT TOEFL
PTE Academic
Can interact in a simple way; asking and answering simple questions about topics close to them.
2
Can make simple transactions in shops, information kiosks, etc. and can handle short social exchanges. 360
A2
3 420
3
Pre-Intermediate Step
4
480
Lower Intermediate A Lower Intermediate B Lower Intermediate Step
39
600
4.5
69
43
650
5.0
75
46
700
5.5
81
47-49
750
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6.0
87-98
50-56
800
Can participate naturally and fluently in a discussion and has enough awareness to correct language if it causes misunderstanding.
Upper Intermediate Step
9
6.5
99-109
57-62
900
Can give feedback and follow-up statements to develop discussions and can effectively use persuasive language to achieve goals.
Lower Advanced Upper Advanced
4.0
7
B2 6
Can generally follow main points of a discussion and express oneself comprehensibly with effort.
63 6
Upper Intermediate
Can express feelings in simple terms and can give extended descriptions on familiar topics.
550
B1
5
Can give a simple description or presentation on general daily topics.
35
Mid-Intermediate Mid-Intermediate Step
Can manage simple, routine exchanges and can give and exchange information on familiar topics in predictable situations.
57 5 4
DESCRIPTOR
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Pre-Intermediate A Pre-Intermediate B
TOEIC
7
C1
10 11
7.0-7.5
8
C2
12
8.0+
63-76 950-990
110-120 77+
Can manage non-routine situations and can take initiative in interactions. Can better manage and take an active part in discussions and can provide concrete information. Can give clear descriptions, detailed instructions and interact with some confidence. Can participate in discussion and provide relevant examples to support a point of view.
Can produce clear, smoothly flowing and well-structured speech and can logically connect their speech to maximize effectiveness. Can convey finer shades of meaning and employ discoursal devices so that a listener is not aware of any problems in communication.
examination classes • Official examinations available for TOEIC, TOEFL, IELTS, FCE, CAE • Bi-Weekly Start Dates
Why choose... IH Vancouver for your examination course?
• High Success Rate on all examinations
Qualified and experienced instructors.
• Instructors experienced and trained in exam preparation
Flexible start dates throughout the year High success rates on all examinations
• Regular, full-length practice tests
Excellent facilities and up to date resources
• All skill areas covered for all examinations
Required Levels IH VANCOUVER LEVEL
TOEFL TOEIC
IELTS
FCE CAE
Beginner Elementary Pre-Intermediate A Pre-Intermediate B Pre-Intermediate Step Lower Intermediate A Lower Intermediate B Lower Intermediate Step Mid-Intermediate Mid-Intermediate Step Upper Intermediate Upper Intermediate Step Lower Advanced Upper Advanced
Time Schedule
IHV-15
Semi-Intensive
IHV-20 Semi-Intensive Plus
PM
AM
TOEFL
TOEIC
IHV-35 Intensive Plus IELTS
FCE / CAE
Period A 08:50-09:40
IHV-20
IHV-30
IHV-35
IHV-20
IHV-30
IHV-35
IHV-20
IHV-30
IHV-35
Period B 09:50-10:40
IHV-20
IHV-30
IHV-35
IHV-20
IHV-30
IHV-35
IHV-20
IHV-30
IHV-35
Period C 10:50-11:40
IHV-20
IHV-30
IHV-35
IHV-20
IHV-30
IHV-35
IHV-20
IHV-30
IHV-35
Period D 12:30-13:20
IHV-20
IHV-30
IHV-35
IHV-20
IHV-30
IHV-35
IHV-20
IHV-30
IHV-35
Period E 13:30-14:20
IHV-30
IHV-35
Elective Course
IHV-30
IHV-35
IHV-30
IHV-35
Period F 14:30-15:20
IHV-30
IHV-35
Elective Course
IHV-30
IHV-35
IHV-30
IHV-35
Period G 15:30-16:20
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IHV-30 Intensive
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IHV-35
IHV-35
IHV-35
business english The Business English course is an excellent choice for students who want to advance in their careers. The Business English course at International House Vancouver provides students the opportunity for intensive English studies in a business context. Weekly modules help students develop important skills such as writing business emails, participating in meetings and giving formal and informal presentations. Students will improve their business vocabulary and gain confidence in their English fluency and comprehension. For students wishing to enter or move forward in the job market, interview skills and business etiquette are also important components of the curriculum.
Business English at IH Vancouver improves your career prospects.
Course Objectives • Develop business vocabulary. • Develop understanding of current global business practices. • Improve English language fluency, writing and listening skills.
Time Schedule IHV-15
Semi-Intensive
Required Levels
IHV-20 Semi-Intensive Plus
IHV-30 Intensive
IHV-35 Intensive Plus
PM
AM
BUSINESS ENGLISH
IH VANCOUVER LEVEL Beginner
Period A 08:50-09:40
IHV-20
IHV-30
IHV-35
Period B 09:50-10:40
IHV-20
IHV-30
IHV-35
Period C 10:50-11:40
IHV-20
Pre-Intermediate A
IHV-30
IHV-35
Pre-Intermediate B
Period D 12:30-13:20
IHV-20
IHV-30
IHV-35
Pre-Intermediate Step
Elementary
Period E 13:30-14:20
IHV-30
IHV-35
Lower Intermediate A
Period F 14:30-15:20
IHV-30
IHV-35
Lower Intermediate B
Period G 15:30-16:20
IHV-35
Lower Intermediate Step Mid-Intermediate Mid-Intermediate Step Upper Intermediate Upper Intermediate Step Lower Advanced Upper Advanced
BUSINESS ENGLISH
pathway program
WOULD YOU LIKE TO STUDY AT
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A UNIVERSITY OR COLLEGE IN CANADA
International House Vancouver’s pathway program is the best choice for English language students who want to study at a North American university or college.
The IH Advantage
• 30 lessons per week of intensive English language study. • Small class sizes. • Personal academic advice and assistance with college/ university entrance. • Highly qualified instructors who specialize in teaching academic English. • Personal assistance in choosing a school most suited to your academic needs. • IH Vancouver is accredited by languages Canada. • IH Vancouver is a member of the IH World Organization which holds their affiliate schools to the highest standards of education and service.
THE IH VANCOUVER GUARENTEE*
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Students who have completed the second level of English for Academic Purposes followed by 8 weeks in either TOEFL or IELTS and have still not reached their academic targets will continue to study at International House Vancouver for free. *attendance and grade requirements must be met.
Program Overview
The IH pathways program is designed to give students the language and cultural skills they need to succeed in North American universities and colleges. Students who enter pathways will study in the English for Academic Purposes (EAP) Courses followed by an IELTS preparation course if required. Students who successfully complete these courses will finish with the ability to write, speak and listen at an academic level acceptable for study in Canada.
• English for Academic Purposes consists of two levels. EAP 1 [12 weeks/20 EAP lessons +10 elective lessons per week] Students will finish with an IELTS 5.5 or higher. EAP 2 [12 weeks/20 EAP lessons + 10 elective lessons per week] Students will finish with an IELTS 6.5 or higher
partner institutions IH Vancouver is careful in selecting the universities and colleges it partners with. Our partner schools share our dedication to providing the best education and opportunities to our students. All IH students receive ongoing academic advice during their studies. We assist our students throughout the application process and transition to their post secondary studies.
*Partnership agreements vary. Please contact us for our most current list of pathway partners.
young learners International House Vancouver operates three separate programs: the Vancouver Junior Homestay Program in both winter and summer; the Children Adventure Program in summer; and the residential Junior Program at the campus of the University of British Columbia.
Winter Junior Program (Homestay) • January - February • ages 13-17
All of the Young Learner programs at International House Vancouver offer the opportunity to learn English in a natural and immersive setting. All English programs provide plenty of opportunities to practice the language in communicative and student-centred classes.
Sample Calendar Monday WEEK 1
Winter Junior Program
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday Full day Activity Grouse Mt.and Skating
08:50 - 13:20
Testing and Orientation
English Class
English Class
English Class
13:30 - 15:30
Group Projects & Activities
Group Projects & Activities
Bowling
Group Projects & Activities
English Class
English Class
English Class
WEEK 2 08:50 - 13:20
Testing / English classes
13:30 - 15:30
Group Projects & Activities
WEEK 3 08:50 - 13:20 13:30 - 15:30 WEEK 4
Testing / English Class English classes Group Projects Group Projects & Activities & Activities English Class
English Class
English Class
Group Projects & Activities
Robson Square Skating
Group Projects & Activities
Testing / English classes
English Class
English Class
English Class
Group Projects & Activities
Group Projects & Activities
Curling
Group Projects & Activities
08:50 - 13:20
WEEK 6 08:50 - 13:20 13:30 - 15:30
English Class Group Projects & Activities
Group Projects & Activities
WEEK 5
13:30 - 15:30
English Class Science World
Testing / English classes
08:50 - 13:20 13:30 - 15:30
Group Projects Fly over Canada Group Projects & Activities & Activities
Testing / English Class English classes Group Projects Group Projects & Activities & Activities
English Class UBC
Full day Activity Stanley Park & Aquarium
Full day Activity Cypress Mountain
Full day Activity Steveston & bowling
Full day Activity Grouse Mt.and Skating
Full day Activity English Class Capilano Suspension Group Projects Bridge & & Activities Granville Island
*Wednesday schedule: Classes to 11:40, Activity from 12:00 to 15:30 *All schedules subject to change. Lunch Time - 11:40-12:30 *Activities are subject to change.
Summer Junior Program (Homestay) • July - August • ages 13-17
Sample Calendar Monday
Wednesday
Thursday
English Class
English Class
English Class
Indoor Rock Climbing and Chinatown tour
Canada Class
Canada Class
English Class
English Class
Go-Karting Shopping at Richmond Centre
Canada Class
English Class
English Class
Museum of Anthropology, UBC Canopy Walkway
Canada Class
English Class
English Class
Olympic Cauldron / Lonsdale Quay
Canada Class
Testing & Orientation 12:45 - 15:15 (18:00 on TUE) English Class 09:00 - 11:45
Testing & Orientation 12:45 - 15:15 (18:00 on TUE) English Class 09:00 - 11:45
WEEK 3 09:00 - 11:45
Testing & Orientation
12:45 - 15:15 (18:00 on TUE) English Class WEEK 4 09:00 - 11:45
Testing & Orientation
12:45 - 15:15 (18:00 on TUE) English Class WEEK 5 09:00 - 11:45 12:45 - 15:15 (18:00 on WED) WEEK 6 09:00 - 11:45
Testing & Orientation
WEEK 7 09:00 - 11:45
Testing & Orientation
Deep Cove Quarry Rock Hike
Gulf of Georgia Cannery/ Bowling
Britannia Mining Museum and Whytecliffe Park
Testing & Orientation
English Class
English Class
English Class
Lynn Canyon Suspension Bridge
Canada Class
Holiday No Classes
12:45 - 15:15 (18:00 on TUE) English Class
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WEEK 1
WEEK 2
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Tuesday
English Class
English Class
Harbour Centre Lookout Gastown
Canada Class
Grouse Mountain
English Class
English Class
English Class
Vancouver Aquarium
Canada Class
Canada Class
12:45 - 15:15 English Class (18:00 on TUE) *Activities are subject to change. *All schedules subject to change.
BBQ & Games at Kits Beach Graduation English Class Canada Class Graduation
English Class Canada Class Graduation
English Class Canada Class Graduation
Playland Graduation English Class Canada Class Graduation BBQ & Games at Kits Beach Graduation
Lunch Time - 11:45-12:30
Sample Activities at Vancouver: Granville Island, Stanley Park, Kitsilano Beach, English Bay, Museum of Anthropology, Metrotown, Science World, Vancouver Aquarium, Playland, Harbour Centre, Whistler, Queen Elizabeth Park, Ice Skating, Jericho Beach, Splashdown Waterpark, Lynn Canyon Suspension Bridge, Grouse Mountain, Mining Museum, Deep Cove
Sample Calendar Theme
Monday
Children’s Adventure Program Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
WEEK 1 09:00 - 11:45
Canada
12:45 - 15:15
•Language Class Fort Langley & •Language Class •Language Class BBQ and Games at Derby Reach Kits Beach • Canada • Canada • Canada Park
Children’s Adventure Program (Family Program)
• July - August • ages 5-12
WEEK 2 09:00 - 11:45
Ocean
•Language Class
Space
•Language Class
The Living World
•Language Class
Our Earth
BC Day Holiday •Language Class
12:45 - 15:15
• Ocean
Vancouver Aquarium
•Language Class Granville Island •Language Class • Ocean • Ocean
WEEK 3 09:00 - 11:45 12:45 - 15:15
• Space
Space Centre
•Language Class • Space
Science World
•Language Class • Space
WEEK 4 09:00 - 11:45 12:45 - 15:15
• The Living World
WEEK 5 09:00 - 11:45 12:45 - 15:15
Vancouver Zoo
•Language Class • The Living World
Stanley Park
•Language Class • The Living World
Maplewood Farm
•Language Class • Earth
Grouse Mountain
Honeybee Centre
•Language Class
Playland
•Language Class
Capilano Capilano Suspension Bridge
•Language Class •Language Class •Language BBQ and Games Class at • Rainforest • Rainforest •Kits Rainforest Beach
No School
• Earth
•Language Class
WEEK 6 09:00 - 11:45
Insects
12:45 - 15:15
• Insects
• Insects
• Insects
WEEK 7 09:00 - 11:45 12:45 - 15:15
Rainforest
•Language Class • Rainforest
Lunch Time - 11:45-12:45
*Activities are subject to change. *All schedules subject to change.
Sample Calendar Sunday
TIME WEEK 1
Arrival, Orientation Campus Tour and Games
Arrival, Orientation Campus Tour and Games All Day Excursion: Metrotown Shopping
All Day Excursion: Playland Arrival, Orientation Campus Tour and Games
Summer Junior / Teenage Program - UBC Tuesday
Friday
14:00-18:00
'A' Activities
Harbor Lookout Canada Place Gastown
'B' Activities
Jericho Beach
Graduation & 'C' Activities
19:00-21:00
Skating / Journal Club
Group Activities
Pizza and Movie Night
Homework or Journal Club
BBQ and Karaoke
Placement Test-Classes
English Classes English Classes English Classes English Classes
WEEK 2 8:45-12:45
English Classes English Classes English Classes English Classes
'B' Activities
Granville Island Waterpark Granville Island Scavenger Hunt
Graduation & 'C' Activities
Pizza and Game Night
Homework or Journal Club
BBQ and Karaoke
14:00-18:00
'A' Activities
Vancouver Aquarium
19:00-21:00
Swimming / Journal Club
Group Activities
8:45-12:45
Placement Test-Classes
English Classes English Classes English Classes English Classes
14:00-18:00
'A' Activities
Robson Street
'B' Activities
19:00-21:00
Skating / Journal Club
Group Activities
Pizza and Movie Night
Placement Test-Classes
English Classes English Classes English Classes English Classes
WEEK 4 8:45-12:45 14:00-18:00
'A' Activities
Richmond Oval Shopping
19:00-21:00
Swimming / Journal Club
Group Activities
Arrival, Orientation Campus Tour and Games
8:45-12:45
All Day Excursion: Metrotown Shopping
Thursday
8:45-12:45
Lynn Canyon Suspension Bridge
Laser Tag & Shopping
Wednesday
Placement Test-Classes
WEEK 3 Arrival, Orientation Campus Tour and Games
Monday
WEEK 5
BC DAY Placement Test-Classes
'B' Activities Pizza and Game Night
All Day Excursion: Steveston , Riverport Richmond Games / Converation Clubs
Q.E. Park
All Day Excursion: Grouse Mountain
Homework or Journal Club
BBQ and Disco Night
Games / Converation Clubs
Science World Robson Street Shopping Homework or Journal Club
All Day Excursion: Britannia Beach Graduation & Mining Musuem 'C' Activities and Lighthouse Park BBQ, Karaoke
Games / Converation Clubs
English Classes English Classes English Classes English Classes Farm tour
Graduation & 'C' Activities
'A' Activities
Jericho Beach
'B' Activities
Stanley Park Cycling
19:00-21:00
Skating / Journal Club
Group Activities
Pizza and Movie Night
Homework or Journal Club
English Classes English Classes English Classes English Classes
8:45-12:45
Placement Test-Classes
14:00-18:00
'A' Activities
'B' Activities
Rock Climbing and China Tour
Graduation & 'C' Activities
On Campus Sports Day
Deer Lake Canoeing / Boating
19:00-21:00
Swimming / Journal Club
Group Activities
Pizza and Movie Night
Goodbye Party
BBQ Party
JP@UBC for ages 9-13 TP@UBC for ages 14-17 JP & TP Combined
*Activities are subject to change. *All schedules subject to change. *Week '0' : Available upon request for groups of 10 or more
All Day Excursion: Whistler
BBQ and Karaoke
Arrival, Orientation Campus Tour and Games
Lunch Time - 12:45-14:00
All Day Excursion: Victoria
Graduation & 'C' Activities
Rope Way, UBC
14:00-18:00
WEEK 6
Saturday
Final Day of Program No Activities Check out of UBC
'A' Activities: Group Activities and Sports 'B' Activities: Campus Discovery, Scavenger Hunt 'C' Activities: Games and Project Presentation
Summer Junior / Teenage Program @ UBC (Residential) • July - August • ages : 9-17
accommodation Homestay
IH Vancouver’s experienced and caring Housing Coordinator places students in safe, comfortable homes in pleasant neighborhoods. It normally takes approximately 20-40 minutes to get to and from the school by transit. Our Housing Coordinator is always available to answer students questions and discuss their concerns.
Student House
The student houses are approximately 30-40 minutes to the school by transit. Both private and shared (2 or 3 students per room) rooms are available. The kitchen, bathroom and laundry facilities are shared in each house. Meals are not included.
Student House accommodation includes: Hosts provide:
• Full Board Homestay (breakfast, lunch and dinner) • Shared room options available for students travelling together • Private Bathroom options available • Shared bathroom, laundry facilities, telephone, TV, internet etc. • Warm, friendly atmosphere where students can practice English outside of class.
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• private/shared bedroom • shared bathroom • access to kitchen and laundry facilities • TV, telephone and internet access • individual study desk and closet
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testimonials
International house is very International! I can meet and study English with a variety of students from different countries. Also, teachers have unbelievable teaching styles. They are all very funny and easy to understand, so I actually improved my English! And IH is downtown, which is a good environment to study English for students. I think I made a good decision to come to IH for everything. I still keep in touch with my friends and teachers from IH. That is why International House is seriously the best school in Vancouver. Thank you. Rosie, Korea
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Vancouver is great - I really fell in! It’s not too big or crowded, right next to the sea and nature and you can get to know people from all over the world. This diversity and the friendly locals made it easy for me to improve my English. Beside the practice in everyday life the teachers from IH really helped me with learning the language. Learning English is fun at IH Vancouver. Loris Switzerland I‘m sure International House has an efficient way to learn English. The course I’ve taken is interesting and informative. I thoroughly enjoy every moment here! Grace Taiwan
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My time at IH Vancouver was by far the best experience of my life! Having had the opportunity to travel to a country to learn a different language and living in one of the best cities in the world, experiencing a new cultures, making friends of all nationalities and learning a new language with teachers of excellence turned this adventure into something that no one should miss. Raphaela, Brazil
IH has a very nice environment for anyone who wants to succeed with their studies. It provides the right balance between education and fun activities. Faisal, Saudi Arabia
IH is a professional, homey and fun school. Their course variety is quite sufficient for all the students with different levels and interests. They have many different levels of general ESL courses, a Business course, and some classes which specifically train you to enter colleges or universities. Additionally, all the teachers and staff members are super friendly and helpful. I really appreciate their support which enabled me to gain my English skills and to have amazing time at IH! Ayako, Japan
The teachers and staff were very kind and helpful, I loved it! They care about you a lot and I had a very happy time here at IH. The structure of the school is perfect! Eduardo, Brazil
I love IH. I was a student in 2012 and this organization will stay forever in my heart. It was the best time of my life. All teachers and management were very friendly and I can recommend everyone come to Vancouver. Vancouver is one of the most beautiful cities in the world and IH offers the possibility to experience the city while learning English, having fun and making new friends. Lukas, Czech Rep. I came to Vancouver, Canada in 2013 to improve my English, so that I could go to University to make my dreams come true. I was very lucky to come to International House, Vancouver and I must say my experience here has been amazing. Here they have a huge range of classes, activities and trips. The teachers and staff here are very friendly and they advised me on the best courses for my level. At International House I did not just learn English but learnt about different cultures and met and made friends with students from all over the world. If you want to improve your English in a friendly and welcoming environment, this is the school for you! At International House, Vancouver you can live your dream. Fahad, Saudi Arabia
activity program IH Vancouver organizes a wide range of optional in-class, after school, evening and weekend activities. Students can participate in seasonal events such as skiing, snowboarding, skating, roller-blading and beach parties, as well as sports clubs, cultural festivals and much more. In addition to regular activities, a number of day and weekend excursions to popular destinations are available. Experience the best that western Canada has to offer at affordable, student rates.
Sample Activity Schedule: Week 1
Week 2
Art Gallery
Canada Place
English Bay
Movie Night
WED Granville Island
Night Club
Harbour Centre Look
Gastown
THU
Bowling
Karaoke Night
Conversation Pub
Grouse Grind
FRI
Hockey
Ice Skating
Theme Week
SAT
Whistler
Victoria
Deep Cove
Seattle
Soccer
MON TUE
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Welcome New Students
SUN Stanley Park
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Week 3
Rockies Tour
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