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about us
- International House Vancouver - Net Pacic Group - International House World Organisation - Mission Statement and Value Statement

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home study social programs

- Example Excursions - Sample Activity Schedule - Work placement service options - Visa Description - Required Levels - Program Options - Homestay Programs (Summer & Winter) - Residential Program (Summer) - Children Adventure Camp (Summer) - Homestay - Student House

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general english program

- Daily Schedule - Required Levels

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program options
- Time Schedule - Level System

examination classes
- Why choose IH Vancouver? - Required Levels - Time Schedule

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pathway programs
- The IH Vancouver Success Guarantee - Pathway Program Partner Schools - Process Chart - Program Overview

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- IH Whistler - IH San Diego

career pathways
- Teacher Training - IH Career College - Business English Diploma
(IHC in TESL, CELTA, IHC Online, ID TESOL, J-Shine)

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International House Vancouver
ince 1990, IH Vancouver has been offering the highest quality language programs to students from around the world. With a wide variety of programs and courses and an active social program, IH Vancouver is the ideal place to study. Come and experience Vancouver! IH Vancouver is accredited and inspected regularly by Languages Canada.

World Organisation
International House Vancouver is a member of the International House World Organisation, an educational trust founded in 1953 by John and Brita Haycraft. Their aim was to raise the standards of language teaching world-wide and this aim has remained central to the organization ever since. Over fty years later, the network of schools affiliated with International House has grown to over 150 and are

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located in more than 50 different countries, creating a truly unique, global organization. As opposed to a franchise, IH is organized as a charitable trust with member schools under supervision from IH headquarters in London. International House is committed to ensuring the highest levels of language training and the delivery of excellence both inside and outside the classroom.

With multiple locations in North America, IH allows you

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to study in different cities (Vancouver, Whistler or San Diego) with one registration fee. Experience the best the west coast of North America has to offer.

mission statement
standard of language training in Canada.

IH Vancouver provides high-quality, innovative language programs with an aim to improve the

value statement

We conduct ourselves ethically and with integrity. We respect individualism, cultural values and the personal growth of students and staff alike. We value harmony and cooperation while talents.

We achieve this with a student-centred approach experienced and motivated.

to learning and with teachers who are well-trained,

supporting each others creative energies and

general english program

IH Vancouver offers courses for students at all levels of English ability. Our exible schedule and wide variety of available classes lets students study exactly what they want in order to achieve their goals.

Daily Schedule
PERIOD A, B & C 08:50 - 11:40
General English Integrated Skills

CATEGORY COURSE NAME

REQUIRED LEVELS 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

PERIOD D 12:30 - 13:20

Focus on Speaking / Listening
GENERAL ENGLISH General Integrated English Focus on Speaking / Listening Pre-Grammar Grammar and Writing Academic Writing Listening Skills Reading Skills ELECTIVES Pronunciation Idiomatic English English Through Media Vocabulary for Business Vocabulary and Speaking Current Events TOEFL/IELTS Oral Preparation Survival English City Talk Resume Writing TEOIC Preparation Guided Conversation

ABC D E E E E E E F F F F F F EF EF EF EF G

PERIOD E 13:30 14:20

Pre-Grammar Grammar and Writing Academic Writing Listening Skills Reading Skills Pronunciation

PERIOD F 14:30 15:20

Idioms English Through Media Vocabulary for Business Vocabulary and Speaking Current Events IELTS Oral Preparation

Survival English City Talk

Resume Writing TEOIC Preparation

PERIOD G 15:30 16:20

Guided Conversation

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

Time Schedule
IHV-15 SemiIntensive AM
LESSON PER WEEK Period A 08:50-09:40 15

IHV-15 SemiIntensive PM
15

IHV-20 Semi-Intensive Plus AM

20

IHV-20 Semi-Intensive Plus PM

20

IHV-30 Intensive
30

IHV-35 Intensive Plus

35

AM PM

Period B 09:50-10:40 Period C 10:50-11:40 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 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 6 5 7 5.5 B2 8 9 C1 C2 10 11 12 6.0 6.5 7.0-7.5 110-120 8.0+ 77+ 81 87-98 99-109 47-49 50-56 57-62 63-76 950-990 750 800 900 5 4 B1 6 4.5 5.0 69 75 43 46 650 700 4.0 63 39 600 A2 3 4 57 35 3 420 480 550
IHWO LEVEL CEFR CLB

IELTS

iBT TOEFL

PTE Academic

TOEIC

DESCRIPTOR Can interact in a simple way; asking and answering simple questions about topics close to them. Can make simple transactions in shops, information kiosks, etc. and can handle short social exchanges.

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Can manage simple, routine exchanges and can give and exchange information on familiar topics in predictable situations. Can give a simple description or presentation on general daily topics. Can express feelings in simple terms and can give extended descriptions on familiar topics. Can generally follow main points of a discussion and express oneself comprehensibly with effort. 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 participate naturally and fluently in a discussion and has enough awareness to correct language if it causes misunderstanding. Can give feedback and follow-up statements to develop discussions and can effectively use persuasive language to achieve goals. Can produce clear, smoothly flowing and well-structured speech 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.

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examination classes
Official, in-house examinations available for TOEIC, TOEFL, FCE, CAE & TKT Bi-Weekly Start Dates High Success Rate on all examinations Instructors are experienced and trained in exam preparation Regular, full-length practice tests All skill areas covered for all examinations Success guarantee for graduates of the IH Vancouver University Pathway Program

Why choose...
IH Vancouver for your examination course?
Qualified and experienced instructors. Flexible start dates throughout the year High success rates on all examinations Excellent facilities and up to date resources Official examinations (except IELTS) may be taken in school

Required Levels
IH VANCOUVER LEVEL 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 TOEFL TOEIC IELTS BEC FCE CAE

Time Schedule
IHV-15 Semi-Intensive TOEFL
Period A 08:50-09:40

IHV-20 Semi-Intensive Plus TOEIC IHV-35 IHV-35 IHV-35 IHV-35 IHV-35 IHV-35 IHV-35 Elective Course Elective Course

IHV-30 Intensive

IHV-35 Intensive Plus IELTS FCE / CAE IHV-35 IHV-35 IHV-35 IHV-35 IHV-35 IHV-35 IHV-35 IHV-20 IHV-20 IHV-20 IHV-20 IHV-30 IHV-30 IHV-30 IHV-30 IHV-30 IHV-30 IHV-35 IHV-35 IHV-35 IHV-35 IHV-35 IHV-35 IHV-35

IHV-20 IHV-20 IHV-20 IHV-20

IHV-30 IHV-30 IHV-30 IHV-30 IHV-30 IHV-30

IHV-20 IHV-20 IHV-20 IHV-20

IHV-30 IHV-30 IHV-30 IHV-30 IHV-30 IHV-30

AM PM

Period B 09:50-10:40 Period C 10:50-11:40 Period D 12:30-13:20 Period E 13:30-14:20 Period F 14:30-15:20 Period G 15:30-16:20

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Pathway Programs

For students who want a more intensive way to study ESL. - Pre-Pathway Program (suitable for Pre- and Low Intermediate - Pathway 1 (suitable for Mid Intermediate B1) - Pathway 2 (suitable for Upper Intermediate B2) All Fast Track and Pathway Programs have additional homework and assignments, more stringent attendance requirements and regular level tests.
Levels A1 to B1)

pathway programs
The Pathway Program PP 1 - 4 Modules - 8 Weeks Full-Time
Passing Grade 75% on each module

The IH Vancouver Success Guarantee*

Our Pathway program is the best choice for ESL students preparing for academic study. Students who successfully complete Pathway 3 with a 12-week follow-up in either the IH Vancouver TOEFL or IELTS classes who do not attain the required test score to enter the program of their choice, can continue studying at IH Vancouver for free until their target score has been attained. *(guarantee requires a minimum of 80% attendance in all Pathway, TOEFL or IELTS preparation classes and completion of the 2-week review unit after Pathway 3).

PP 2 - 4 Modules - 8 Weeks Full-Time

Passing Grade 75% on each module

The PP Academic Pathway

Students enter PP at their level of English ability. All students are tested upon arrival. Students must successfully complete all modules in each level prior to advancing. Students studying PP will develop their English skills as well as apply math, science, business, computing and academic terminology in context. Students will become more comfortable with North American classroom requirements such as problem-based thinking and exam writing skills. The program is delivered jointly by IH Vancouver & Kester Grant College at IH Vancouver.

Pathway Program Partner Schools

Alexander College Dorset College Fairleigh Dickinson University MTI Community College Thompson Rivers University Sprott Shaw College University of Regina Vancouver Film School Vancouver Premier College Transfer assistance to additional non-pathway partners

TOEFL/IELTS Preparation
12-week Intensive Exam Preparation

University Bridging Programs

6-12 week bridging course at partnering institutions

Career Training Programs

Direct entry into one of many Career Training Institutes

Target Programs
College, University or Polytechnic Certicate, Diploma or Degree Programs (1-4 years)

Program Overview
Academic and Language Skills
Content Fast Track 1+2 PP 1
People, Places, special events, current events

Reading
Read and respond to short texts Build vocabulary

Writing
Improve grammar, vocabulary and sentence structure. Write simple narrative and descriptive paragraphs on familiar topics. Develop paragraph writing skills. Write process, definition, comparison/ contrast, and description paragraphs. Introduce essay writing Develop essay writing skills Write cause-effect , comparison/ contrast, argumentative essays or reports Learn and apply research skills.

Speaking
Expand functional English. Sustain communication on familiar topics. Develop group work skills Make short presentations. Develop group work skills

Listening
Listen to a variety of conversations and short monologues. Introduce note taking skills Listen to short lectures on familiar subjects. Expand note taking skills. Listen to conversations and discussions on academic oriented topics.

Computers, Business, the Environment, Biology, Natural disasters

Read and respond to simplified academic texts Build vocabulary

PP 2

Computers, Read authentic and academic Business, Science, oriented material, business Chemistry reports, journals. Improve inferencing, critical thinking. Learn about tone, style

Improve presentation skills. Listen to longer academic oriented lectures and improve note taking skills. Lead a seminar and group discussion. Listen to authentic materials from TV, the radio.

Bridge Campus tours and library orientations, Student success workshops, Final exam preparation and one-on-one tutorials

Teacher Training offered by IH Career College

career pathways

Leading the way in the training of language professionals Daily practice teaching to real students Trainee to trainer ratio of 6:1 Work placement assistance to qualified applicants
Course IHC in TESL CELTA IHC Online ID TESOL J-Shine Duration 4 weeks 4 weeks open 10 weeks 4 weeks Accepted/Recognized by

IHWO, TESL Canada, Languages Canada IHWO, TESL Canada, Languages Canada, Cambridge ESOL IHWO, TESL Canada, Languages Canada IHWO, TESL Canada, Languages Canada
(J-SHINE Org.)

Complete details on all programs can be found at www.tesl-vancouver.com

Business English Diploma Options

The IH Vancouver Business English classes provide exposure to common business concepts and scenarios. Students can expect to study such business related themes and tasks as presentations, nance, report writing, attending meetings, telephone practice and more. Business English classes at IH Vancouver are practical, comprehensive and a great way of preparing students to take a Cambridge ESOL BEC Examination. Official BEC examinations can be arranged through IH Vancouver.
16 weeks successful completion of IHV Business English Grade C or Higher on BEC Vantage(Cambridge) + 800 or better on TOEIC 16 week work placement in Customer Service & Retail Trade or Professional Internship Grade C or Higher on Work Placement Research Project

home study
Based on individual needs and goals, students are carefully matched with a highly qualied instructor with whom they live and study English intensively each day. This program is suitable for most ages and levels of English. Live and study in your teachers home Personally-tailored English lessons Private and Semi-Private lessons available
Course 15 hrs/wk Yes Yes 20 hrs/wk Yes Yes Yes 25 hrs/wk Yes Yes Yes General English

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social programs
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, rollerblading and beach parties, 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.

Example Excursions:
Rocky Mountains Victoria Whistler Seattle Wine Tours Tofino Whale Watching Portland Grouse Mountain Yukon (Aurora Tours) Whitewater Rafter Skydiving Bungee Jumping

Sample Activity Schedule:

Week 1 MON Grouse Grind TUE Soccer WED IMax FRI IH BBQ Party SAT Whistler 2 Day SUN Adventure Week 2 Movie Night Basketball Mini Golf Week 3 Grouse Grind Soccer IMax Week 4 Movie Night Basketball Stanley Park Bike Tour Skit Contest

THU Night Club Party Laser Tag Victoria Day Trip Seattle Day Trip

Night Club Party Paint Ball Rocky Mountain Vancouver Island 4 Day Adventure 4 Day Adventure

Half Day Adventure IH BBQ Party

For details on the excursions available during your time with us, please visit our partner website at www.westtrek.com

English for Hospitality

English for Retail Trade

Professional Intership

work experience
Visa Description
Open Working Holiday Visa For students from Belgium, Chile, Costa Rica, Czech, Denmark, Estonia, France, Germany, Hong Kong, Italy, Japan, Korea, Latvia, Lithuania, Mexico, Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Slovakia, Spain, Sweden, Taiwan and Ukraine International Co-op For students from Poland, Czech Republic, Chile, France, Germany, Latvia, Norway, Spain, Sweden & Switzerland. C-30 Visa Open to all participants eligible to attain a student visa and who undertake a relevant course of study and where the internship is not more than 50% of the total program of study. Can be used for unpaid internships or entry level tourism and hospitality internship placements. Young Professionals For students from Austria, Chile, Czech Rep., France, Germany, Latvia, Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland. *Each of the eligible visas has different requirements. Please check with a Canadian embassy or consulate in your country prior to applying.

Language acquisition is an important step in achieving your career goals. We offer a wide variety of workrelated programs that provide real-world experience. All work experience programs consist of study at International House Vancouver and a work component. Many of our work placements utilize the services of Internex Internship Exchange, Canadas leader in International student placement.

Required Levels
Working Holiday TOEFL score TOEIC score IELTS Cambridge ESOL IH Level Pre Intermediate 29 500 Career Connect 65 700 5.5 FCE Mid Intermediate Professional Internship 65 700 5.5 FCE
CareerConnect

Ranchstay 29 500

Work & Study 32 weeks 45 600 4.5 PET

Work & Study 40 weeks 29 500

Work & Study 72 weeks 29 500

Completion

Pre Intermediate

Lower Intermediate

Pre Intermediate

Pre Intermediate

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Ranchstay

English for Customer Service

Volunteer Experience

English for Hospitality or Business English for Customer Service

Paid job placement Positions available in Vancouver, Whistler & Rocky Mountains Multiple Placement Options available Participants learn General English or Test Preparation in conjunction with CareerConnect, English for Hospitality or Business English Programs available from 16 to 48 weeks

Work placement service options

Services *Guaranteed Work Placement Assisted Work Placement Self-Placement Employer Follow-up Work Placement Seminar Resume Writing Workshop Emergency Medical Interpreter Complimentary Mail/Fax Service Cultural Integration Assistance 24-hour Emergency Number Travel Advice/Counselling
Free local calls at Vancouver/Whistler

Basic Gold Premium Package Package Package

Professional Internships with CareerConnect

Unpaid internships in professional fields Multiple categories available Professional growth & development

Ranchstay
Have the ultimate rural-Canadian experience on a farm or ranch Improve your language skills while learning about life on a Canadian farm Multiple placement types available

Resume Proof-Reading Access to the Internex Job Board IH Business Cards Interview Bootcamp 2 Consultation Interviews with Internex (Pre-Placement) *Subject to terms and conditions

Volunteer Experience
Be a part of positive change and community growth Meet new people and improve your language skills Multiple categories/positions available
Choose your Program of Study & Duration Determine the type of Visa / Permit that you will need Determine the Work Placement Service Option that you require Contact IH Vancouver or an IH Vancouver authorized agent for registration

Program Options
Straight Program
STUDY

= available

WORK

Sandwich Program
STUDY WORK WORK STUDY STUDY

Integrated Program
STUDY

Complete details on all programs can be found at

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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. 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
WEEK 1 08:50 - 11:40 12:30 - 15:20 WEEK 2 08:50 - 11:40 12:30 - 15:20 WEEK 3 08:50 - 11:40 12:30 - 15:20 WEEK 4 08:50 - 11:40 12:30 - 15:20 WEEK 5 08:50 - 11:40 12:30 - 15:20 WEEK 6 08:50 - 11:40 12:30 - 15:20 WEEK 7 08:50 - 11:40 12:30 - 15:20 Testing and Orientation English Class Testing and Orientation English Class Testing and Orientation English Class Testing and Orientation English Class Testing and Orientation English Class Testing and Orientation English Class Testing and Orientation English Class Full-Day Activity New Year's Day Grouse Mt.and Holiday Skating Full day Activity Britannia Beach Minining Museum & Lighthouse Park Full day Activity Stanley Park & Aquarium

Winter Junior Program (Homestay)

December - February ages 13-17

Winter Junior Program

Optional Trip English Class Whistler Skiing / Science World & Olympic Village Snowboarding English Class Graduation Party* English Class Graduation Party* English Class Graduation Party* English Class Graduation Party* English Class Graduation Party* English Class Graduation Party*

English Class

English Class

English Class Snow Tubing

Optional Trip Victoria

English Class

English Class Snow Shoeing English Class

Optional Trip Whistler Skiing / Snowboarding

Full day Activity Steveston, Riverport Skating

English Class

Capilano Suspension Bridge English Class

Optional Trip Victoria

Full day Activity Canada Place, Gas town Full day Activity Grouse Mountain & Skating Full day Activity Britannia Beach Minining Museum & Lighthouse Park

English Class

UBC Tour & Museum of Anthropology English Class Science World & Olympic Village English Class Snow Tubing

Optional Trip Whistler Skiing / Snowboarding Optional Trip Victoria Lunar New Year's Eve Departure & End of Program

English Class

English Class

*All schedules subject to change. *Activities are subject to change.

Lunch Time - 11:40-12:30

Summer Junior Program (Homestay)

July - August ages 13-17

Sample Calendar
Monday
WEEK 1 09:00 - 11:45 12:45 - 15:15 WEEK 2 09:00 - 13:45 14:30 - 15:15 WEEK 3 09:00 - 13:45 14:30 - 15:15 WEEK 4 09:00 - 13:45 14:30 - 15:15 WEEK 5 09:00 - 13:45 14:30 - 15:15 WEEK 6 09:00 - 13:45 14:30 - 15:15 WEEK 7 09:00 - 13:45 14:30 - 15:15 BC Day Holiday Optional Trip to English Class Fort Langley National Historic Site Testing and Orientation English Class English Class Indoor Rock Climbing English Class English Class Harbour Centre Lookout Gastown Canada Day Holiday

Summer Junior Program

Wednesday
English Class Kits Beach Sports & Activities English Class

Tuesday
Testing and Orientation English Class

Thursday

Friday

Saturday

Full day Activity UBC Tour, Optional Trip Museum of Whistler Anthropology Tree Tops Adventure English Class Graduation Party* English Class Graduation Party* English Class Graduation Party* English Class Graduation Party* English Class Optional Trip Victoria

Testing and Orientation English Class Testing and Orientation English Class Testing and Orientation English Class Testing and Orientation English Class

English Class Go-Karting English Class Lynn Canyon Suspension Bridge English Class Police Museum and Olympic Village English Class Deer Lake English Class English Class English Class

Full day Activity Aquarium and Stanley Park Hike

English Class

Full day Activity Playland

Optional Trip Whistler

Full day Activity Britannia Beach Museum and Lighthouse Park English Class Playland

Optional Trip Victoria

Optional Trip Whistler

English Class

Steveston Gulf of Georgia Cannery and Riverport Bowling

Optional Trip Victoria

Full day Activity Kitsilano Beach English Class BBQ, Sports and Games Graduation Party

Departure & End of Program

*All schedules subject to change . *Activities are subject to change.

Lunch Time - 11:45-12:45 Tuesday - English classes - 9:00-11:45

Lunch time- 12:45 -14:00 Activity - 14:00 to 18:00

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Sample Activities at Vancouver: Pitch & Putt Golf, Granville Island, Stanley Park-Cycling, Kitsilano Beach, Fort Langley, Museum of Anthropology, Vandeusen Gardens, English Bay, Metrotown, Science World, Vancouver Aquarium, Playland, Harbour Centre, Whistler, Queen Elizabeth Park, Ice Skating, Splashdown Waterpark, Jericho Beach

Sample Calendar
Theme
WEEK 1 09:00 - 11:45 12:45 - 15:15 WEEK 2 09:00 - 11:45 12:45 - 15:15 WEEK 3 09:00 - 11:45 12:45 - 15:15 WEEK 4 09:00 - 11:45 12:45 - 15:15 WEEK 5 09:00 - 11:45 12:45 - 15:15 WEEK 6 09:00 - 11:45 12:45 - 15:15 WEEK 7 09:00 - 11:45 12:45 - 15:15

Childrens Adventure Program

Tuesday Wednesday
Field Trip: Fort Langley & Derby Reach Park

Monday
Canada Day Holiday

Thursday

Friday
Field Trip: Indoor Rock Climbing & Olympic Village

Childrens Adventure Program

(Family Program)
July - August ages 5-12

Canada

English Class

English Class

Community

English Class

Field Trip: Maplewood Farm Field Trip: Vancouver Aquarium & Stanley Park Field Trip: Capilano Suspension Bridge Field Trip: Grouse Mountain

English Class

Field Trip: Splashdown Waterpark

English Class

Oceans

English Class

English Class

Field Trip: Playland

English Class

Rainforest

English Class

English Class

Field Trip: Granville Island & Waterpark

English Class

Our Earth

English Class

English Class

Field Trip: Vancouver Zoo

English Class

Space

BC Day Holiday No School

English Class

Field Trip: Space Centre

English Class

Field Trip: Science World Field Trip: BBQ and Games at Kits Beach

The Living World

English Class

Field Trip: Honeybee Centre

English Class

English Class

*All schedules subject to change. *Activities are subject to change.

Lunch Time - 11:45-12:45

Sample Calendar
Sunday TIME
WEEK 1 Arrival, Orientation Campus Tour and Games 8:45-12:45 14:00-18:00 19:00-21:00 Arrival, Orientation Campus Tour and Games All Day Excursion: Metrotown Shopping Arrival, Orientation Campus Tour and Games All Day Excursion: Playland Arrival, Orientation Campus Tour and Games All Day Excursion: WEEK 2 8:45-12:45 14:00-18:00 19:00-21:00 WEEK 3 8:45-12:45 14:00-18:00 19:00-21:00 WEEK 4 8:45-12:45 14:00-18:00

Summer Junior Program - UBC

Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday

Monday
Placement Test-Classes Canada Day 'A' Activities Skating Journal Club Placement Test-Classes 'A' Activities Swimming Journal Club Placement Test-Classes 'A' Activities Skating Journal Club Placement Test-Classes 'A' Activities Swimming Journal Club Placement Test-Classes 'A' Activities Skating Journal Club BC Day Full Day Field Trip Fort Langley English Bay Swimming Journal Club

English Classes English Classes English Classes English Classes Harbour Lookout, Canada Place, Gastown Group Activities 'B' Activities Pizza and Movie Night Jericho Beach Homework or Journal Club Graduation & 'C' Activities BBQ and Karaoke All Day Excursion: Whistler

Summer Junior Program @ UBC (Residential)

July - August ages : 9-17

English Classes English Classes English Classes English Classes Vancouver Aquarium Group Activities 'B' Activities Pizza and Game Night
Granville Island + Water Park Graville Island + Scavenger Hunt

Graduation & 'C' Activities

All Day Excursion: Steveston and Riverport Richmond

Homework or Journal Club

BBQ, campre Games/ games/songs Converation Clubs All Day Excursion:

English Classes English Classes English Classes English Classes Robson Street Group Activities 'B' Activities Pizza and Movie Night
Rope Way Q. E. Park

Graduation & 'C' Activities BBQ and Barn Dance

Centennial Beach

Splashdown Waterpark

Homework or Journal Club

Games/ Converation Clubs

English Classes English Classes English Classes English Classes Lynn Canyon Suspension Bridge Group Activities 'B' Activities Pizza and Game Night Jericho Beach Homework or Journal Club

Laser Tag & Shopping Richmond Oval & Shopping

All Day Excursion: Britannia Beach Graduation & Mining Musuem 'C' Activities and Lighthouse Park

19:00-21:00 WEEK 5 8:45-12:45 14:00-18:00 19:00-21:00 WEEK 6 8:45-12:45 14:00-18:00 19:00-21:00

BBQ, Games/ campre song, Converation Clubs games

Arrival, Orientation Campus Tour and Games All Day Excursion: Metrotown Shopping Arrival, Orientation Campus Tour and Games On Campus: Sports Day

English Classes English Classes English Classes English Classes Grouse Mountain Group Activities 'B' Activities Pizza and Movie Night
Farm tour Stanley Park Cycling

Graduation & 'C' Activities BBQ and Karaoke

All Day Excursion: Victoria

Homework or Journal Club

English Classes English Classes English Classes English Classes Deer Lake Canoeing / Boating Group Activities 'B' Activities Pizza and Game Night Rock Climbing Goodbye Party Graduation & 'C' Activities BBQ Party

Final Day of Program No activities Check out of UBC

*All schedules subject to change. Lunch Time - 12:45-14:00 *Activities are subject to change. *Week '0' from June 23: Available upon request for groups of 10 or more

JP @ UBC for ages 9-13 TP @ UBC for ages 14-17

accommodation
Homestay
IH Vancouvers experienced and caring full time Housing Director places students in safe, comfortable homes in pleasant neighborhoods. It takes approximately 20-40 minutes to get to and from the school by bus. Our Housing Director is available 24 hours a day to answer students questions and discuss their concerns.

Student House

Canadian hosts provide:

Full Board Homestay (breakfast, lunch and dinner) Shared room options available Private Bathroom options available Dedicated study area Shared bathroom, laundry facilities, telephone, TV, internet etc. Warm, friendly atmosphere where students can practice English and experience Canadian culture.

The student houses are approximately 20 minutes to the school by bus. Both private and shared (2 or 3 students per room) are available. The kitchen, bathroom and laundry facilities are shared in each house. Meals are not included.

Residential accommodation includes:

private/shared bedroom shared bathroom access to kitchen and laundry facilities TV, telephone and internet access individual study desk and closet

testimonials
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I integrated very easily. The atmosphere at the school is very welcoming. I made many friends easily here. France Rita Ho, Taiwan

to learn This is the best way English. in the We get to talk a lot chers are classes and the tea port us. there to help and sup I really improved my speaking at IH. nd The teachers were very Marc Frei, Switzerla kind and great at getting all of the students involved in the class.

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 Camargos, 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 Gharamah, Saudi Arabia

erent You can make a lot of diff ionalities friends from different nat Taiwan, here!. France, Germany, name Brazil,so many I cant place to them all here! IH is the best ds! make international frien Shizuka Akasaka, IH was the best place to Japan learn English! The atmosphere was great and, because I made friends from all over the world, I improved my English naturally. I want to recommend IH to everyone. It is the best English school!
Ji Jun Oh, South Korea

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Host City of the 2010 Winter Olympics and consistently ranked by UNESCO as one of the top places in the world to live, Vancouver is a beautiful, safe and friendly city located between the Pacic Ocean and the Coastal Mountains. It has ideal conditions for a variety of outdoor activities such as swimming and hiking in the summer and skiing and snowboarding in the winter. Cosmopolitan Vancouver has a great variety of multicultural events and venues, and some of the most beautiful, natural scenery in the world. With its mountains, lakes, parks and beaches, it is easy to forget that you are in a city! Vancouver also enjoys one of Canadas mildest climates. It is one of the few places in the world where you can go skiing, golng and sailing on the same day. Minutes from downtown Vancouver, IH Vancouver occupies an entire office building in Kitsilano, within walking distance to the Olympic Village, Granville Island, shops, restaurants and a short distance to Kitsilano Beach and some of the nest accommodation offered in the city.

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International House Whistler offers:

General English Classes FCE Preparation Work & Study Homestay & Student Houses Programs for Adults & Juniors CORE Camps for Snowboarding, Ski & Mountain Bike Daily Activities Friendly Atmosphere

Whistler, British Columbia

Whistler, co-host of the 2010 Olympics Canadas recreation capital. With more than 200 trails, 12 alpine bowls, 33 lifts and 3000 hectares of skiable terrain, it is paradise for skiers, snowboarders and winter sport enthusiasts. Whistler is far more than a winter resort. Endless trails and lakes are yours to explore on foot or bicycle in summer. Whistler also boasts the worlds largest downhill mountain bike park. Other summer activities include shing, golf, camping, rock climbing, skateboarding and bungee jumping. Although Whistler is a town of only 10,000 inhabitants, its nightlife and international atmosphere rivals that of a large city.

IH Whistler is like a big family. You feel very welcome from the first day. The time here was so much fun and Im sure Ill come back one day. Katrin, Germany

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Classes in the summer provide students with a combination of General English skills such as speaking, listening, reading, writing, grammar and pronunciation. Classes are often outdoors where our trained staff will improve your speaking skills by using nature as a classroom, discussing such topics as the environment, forestry, Global Warming and native culture. Students may choose a full time (25 hours per week) or part time (15 hours per week) schedule.
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Our unique ip op schedule, with classes in the mornings and afternoons, give our students the opportunity to enjoy skiing and snowboarding without compromising their academic studies. Extra tutorials are available for more intensive study. And students can work on specic needs with their teachers in a smaller group setting.
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09:00 ~ 12:00 12:00 ~ 13:00 13:00 ~ 15:00 15:00

Part time and Full time studies Lunch Full Time English and Core Mountain Bike Camp Optional Evening Activities

08:30 ~ 11:30 13:00 ~ 14:00 14:00 ~ 17:00

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International House San Diego offers:

General English & Electives Test Preparation Teacher Training Junior Programs

San Diego, California

San Diego, a vibrant city located on the beautiful Southern California coast with an idyllic climate and pristine beaches, is known as Americas Finest City. With its proximity to the Pacific Ocean, mountains, deserts, and natural reserves, recreational opportunities including surng, sailing, golng, hiking, and mountain climbing abound in the San Diego area year round. San Diego is Americas eighth largest city but enjoys the friendliness, hospitality and safety of a much smaller city. The world famous San Diego Zoo, Sea World, Wild Animal Park, Balboa Park, Birch Aquarium, and other attractions make San Diego one of the most alluring tourist destinations in the world.

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TOEFL TOEIC IELTS Cambridge FCE/CAE

The school is located in the Fashion Valley area of San Diego featuring a wide range of shopping, dining and entertainment options. Its only minutes away from a trolley stop and bus routes to every part of the city. With a wide variety of courses and an active social program, IH San Diego is the ideal place to learn English while having a fun and memorable experience. Our professional staff will ensure that you receive individual attention throughout your stay. At IH San Diego, our Summer English program is 12 months long!

IH SD is the best place to learn English! The teachers and staff are wonderful! I will always remember my time here. Stephany - Brazil

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International House Vancouver

1215 West Broadway, 2nd Floor Vancouver, British Columbia, V6H 1G7, Canada Tel: +1-604-739-9836 Fax: +1-604-739-9839 E-mail: [email protected] www.ihvancouver.com

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International House San Diego

Suite 202, South - 123 Camino de la Reina, San Diego, California, 92108, USA Tel: +1-619-260-1113 Fax: +1-619-260-1114 E-mail: [email protected] www.ihsandiego.com Whistler Vancouver U.S.A San Diego Canada

International House Whistler

Unit 302, 4293 Mountain Square Whistler, British Columbia, V0N 1B4, Canada Tel: +1-604-905-0505 Fax: +1-604-905-0555 E-mail: [email protected] www.ihwhistler.com

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