Click for more information

• 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

Click for more information

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

Click for more information

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

Click for more information

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

Click for more information

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

Click for more information

In addition to University of Cambridge prep course, we offer programs to improve students' scores in the TOEFL and TOEIC tests.

TOEFL iBT (Internet Based Test) Preparation

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

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

Click for more information

 

TOEFL iBT Three By Two

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

Click for more information

 

TOEIC Test Preparation

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

Click for more information

 

Teaching English to Children (TEC)

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

Click for more information

 

Electives - Writing, Listening and Grammar

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

Click for more information

 

Homework Help

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

Click for more information

 

Custom Group Courses

 

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

.

 

Main

Homestay

Student Visa

How Much?

Inquiry form

Copyright © 1997 - 2010 Club.bc.ca

info@club.bc.ca