LSI Vancouver - Canada

LSI VANCOUVER / CANADA LANGUAGE SCHOOL

Learn English in Vancouver

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.

ENGLISH GENERAL AND EXAMINATION COURSES

• STANDARD 20
• INTENSIVE 30
• ENGLISH FOR BUSINESS
• TOEFL / TOEIC PREPARATION COURSES
• LSI 30 CAMBRIDGE EXAMINATION COURSES (FCE & CAE)
• INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL YEAR STANDARD 20
• INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL YEAR INTENSIVE 30
• ENGLISH FOR TEACHING (TKT)

STANDARD 20 ENGLISH VANCOUVER

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• 20 Lessons per week (4 lessons per day)
• 1 lesson: 50 minutes
• 14 students max. per class
• Course length: 1-50 weeks
• Age 16+

During the lessons you rapidly improve your communication skills in a variety of everyday situations. In 2 lessons each day you will cover the following areas: grammar, vocabulary, pronunciation. In a further 2 lessons you concentrate on: speaking, listening, reading, writing. You use a text book and a wide variety of materials and exercises including roleplays, authentic materials, newspapers and magazines.

INTENSIVE 30 ENGLISH VANCOUVER

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• 30 Lessons per week
• 14 students maximum
• Course length: 1-50 weeks
• 1 lesson: 50 minutes

The LSI Intensive 30 course concentrates on all the areas that you need to achieve a much greater fluency in a short period of time. This course is suitable for students who wish to study intensively and get a well rounded insight into the language and country. Students on the LSI Intensive 30 course study the same lessons as described for Standard 20 in the morning. The afternoon classes further intensify the tuition and consolidate what you have learnt, through fluency practice and a comprehensive review of the culture and customs of your host country. For those studying English who work in, or are planning a career in business, we offer the LSI English for Business Course, which can be incorporated into your Intensive 30 course as an afternoon option. Students may also follow examination preparation courses as part of this course.

ENGLISH FOR BUSINESS ENGLISH VANCOUVER

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• 10 lessons a week
• Afternoon option on our LSI Intensive 30 course
• Course length: 1-12 weeks
• Intermediate to Advanced Level
• Each module is separate and lasts for one week
• Module cycles begin: Jan 7, Mar 31, Jun 23, Sep 15
• Can be part of the ISY programme
• Students can join every Monday

English is the international language of business. This is why we have developed a special modular course carefully designed to improve your business communication skills. In the mornings you will study on our LSI 30 Course. In the afternoons you will study business modules, covering topics such as Banking and Stock Markets, Marketing and Advertising, Recruitment, Sales and Negotiating. You may choose the particular modules that are of interest to you, or follow the complete course to attain an advanced knowledge of business English.

TOEFL / TOEIC PREPARATION COURSES ENGLISH VANCOUVER

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20 lessons per week on grammar and language skills

10 lessons per week focus on study skills and exam practice

The TOEFL and TOEIC tests are internationally recognised in the English speaking world, highly regarded by companies and a requirement for enrolment at colleges and universities. We offer preparation courses for these examinations as part of an LSI Intensive 30 course. Excludes exam fees

LSI 30 CAMBRIDGE EXAMINATION COURSES (FCE & CAE) ENGLISH VANCOUVER

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• 30 lessons per week
• Intermediate level for FCE
• Upper-Intermediate to Advanced levels for CAE
• 1 lesson: 50 minutes

The CAE (Certificate of advanced English) is intended for people who have a good knowledge of English and who need to use the language at work. The First Certificate (FCE)  is the most popular of the Cambridge examinations, and can lead to new opportunities professionally and in further education. Excludes exam fees

INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL YEAR STANDARD 20 ENGLISH VANCOUVER

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• 20 lessons per week
• 14 students maximum
• 1 lesson: 50 minutes

The LSI International School Year programme is an excellent opportunity to learn a new language, immerse yourself in a new culture and make friends from all over the world.

INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL YEAR INTENSIVE 30 ENGLISH VANCOUVER

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• 30 lessons per week
• 14 students maximum
• 1 lesson: 50 minutes

The LSI International School Year programme is an excellent opportunity to learn a new language, immerse yourself in a new culture and make friends from all over the world.

ENGLISH FOR TEACHING (TKT) ENGLISH VANCOUVER

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This is a Cambridge certificate course aimed at speakers of other languages who wish to gain a qualification to teach English.

• 30 lessons per week for 4 weeks
• 3 modules taken
• A minimum class size of 6 required to run the course (10 in the UK and the USA)

Modules covered: Language and Background to Language Learning and Teaching, Lesson Planning and Use of Resources for Language Teaching, Managing the Teaching and Learning Process. Students will be required to keep a portfolio.

ENGLISH EXECUTIVE COURSES

• EXECUTIVE ONE TO ONE (5 LESSONS PER WEEK)
• EXECUTIVE ONE TO ONE (10 LESSONS PER WEEK)
• EXECUTIVE ONE TO ONE (20 LESSONS PER WEEK)
• EXECUTIVE ONE TO ONE (30 LESSONS PER WEEK)
• EXECUTIVE ONE TO ONE (40 LESSONS PER WEEK)
• EXECUTIVE ONE TO ONE (50 LESSONS PER WEEK)
• MINI GROUP (30 LESSONS PER WEEK)
• 9 DAY COMPACT COURSE (82 LESSONS)
• 9 DAY COMPACT COURSE (92 LESSONS)

EXECUTIVE ONE TO ONE (5 LESSONS PER WEEK) ENGLISH VANCOUVER

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• 5 individual lessons per week
• Beginner to Advanced levels
• Course length: any duration
• 1 lesson: 45 minutes (in the USA 50 minutes)
• Courses begin: every Monday

Individual tuition is the fastest way to learn a language. Whether you need general or specialised language, each course is entirely tailored to your needs and adapted to your rate of progress. It is the perfect option for those who have specific targets or limited time. It is particularly convenient for professionals and executives preparing for a business trip abroad, or negotiations and presentations in a foreign language. Our reputation for adaptability and flexibility means that your trainers will always respond to any further requirements you may have.

EXECUTIVE ONE TO ONE (10 LESSONS PER WEEK) ENGLISH VANCOUVER

Please read our course details. To check prices or book online, select your preferred start date, course duration and currency from the options below.

• 10 individual lessons per week
• Beginner to Advanced levels
• Course length: any duration
• 1 lesson: 45 minutes (in the USA 50 minutes)
• Courses begin: every Monday

Individual tuition is the fastest way to learn a language. Whether you need general or specialised language, each course is entirely tailored to your needs and adapted to your rate of progress. It is the perfect option for those who have specific targets or limited time. It is particularly convenient for professionals and executives preparing for a business trip abroad, or negotiations and presentations in a foreign language. Our reputation for adaptability and flexibility means that your trainers will always respond to any further requirements you may have.

EXECUTIVE ONE TO ONE (20 LESSONS PER WEEK) ENGLISH VANCOUVER

Please read our course details. To check prices or book online, select your preferred start date, course duration and currency from the options below.

• 20 individual lessons per week
• Beginner to Advanced levels
• Course length: any duration
• 1 lesson: 45 minutes (in the USA 50 minutes)
• Courses begin: every Monday

Individual tuition is the fastest way to learn a language. Whether you need general or specialised language, each course is entirely tailored to your needs and adapted to your rate of progress. It is the perfect option for those who have specific targets or limited time. It is particularly convenient for professionals and executives preparing for a business trip abroad, or negotiations and presentations in a foreign language. Our reputation for adaptability and flexibility means that your trainers will always respond to any further requirements you may have.

EXECUTIVE ONE TO ONE (30 LESSONS PER WEEK) ENGLISH VANCOUVER

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• 30 individual lessons per week
• Beginner to Advanced levels
• Course length: any duration
• 1 lesson: 45 minutes (in the USA 50 minutes)
• Courses begin: every Monday

Individual tuition is the fastest way to learn a language. Whether you need general or specialised language, each course is entirely tailored to your needs and adapted to your rate of progress. It is the perfect option for those who have specific targets or limited time. It is particularly convenient for professionals and executives preparing for a business trip abroad, or negotiations and presentations in a foreign language. Our reputation for adaptability and flexibility means that your trainers will always respond to any further requirements you may have.

EXECUTIVE ONE TO ONE (40 LESSONS PER WEEK) ENGLISH VANCOUVER

Please read our course details. To check prices or book online, select your preferred start date, course duration and currency from the options below.

• 40 individual lessons per week
• Beginner to Advanced levels
• Course length: any duration
• 1 lesson: 45 minutes (in the USA 50 minutes)
• Courses begin: every Monday

Individual tuition is the fastest way to learn a language. Whether you need general or specialised language, each course is entirely tailored to your needs and adapted to your rate of progress. It is the perfect option for those who have specific targets or limited time. It is particularly convenient for professionals and executives preparing for a business trip abroad, or negotiations and presentations in a foreign language. Our reputation for adaptability and flexibility means that your trainers will always respond to any further requirements you may have.

EXECUTIVE ONE TO ONE (50 LESSONS PER WEEK) ENGLISH VANCOUVER

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• 50 individual lessons per week
• Beginner to Advanced levels
• Course length: any duration
• 1 lesson: 45 minutes (in the USA 50 minutes)
• Courses begin: every Monday

Individual tuition is the fastest way to learn a language. Whether you need general or specialised language, each course is entirely tailored to your needs and adapted to your rate of progress. It is the perfect option for those who have specific targets or limited time. It is particularly convenient for professionals and executives preparing for a business trip abroad, or negotiations and presentations in a foreign language. Our reputation for adaptability and flexibility means that your trainers will always respond to any further requirements you may have.

MINI GROUP (30 LESSONS PER WEEK) ENGLISH VANCOUVER

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• 30  lessons per week
• Participants: maximum 5
• Minimum age: 21 years
• Intermediate to Advanced levels
• Course length: 1-4 weeks
• 1 lesson: 45 minutes (in the USA 50 minutes)
• Courses begin: every Monday

If you want a personal and interactive approach you should also consider the LSI Mini group course. Mini group courses include general grammar and skills. The focus on negotiations, presentations and meetings is relevant in business and non-business situations.  It is an exciting alternative to LSI Standard 20 and Intensive 30 courses for more mature learners.

9 DAY COMPACT COURSE (82 LESSONS) ENGLISH VANCOUVER

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• 82 individual lessons
• Beginner to advanced levels
• 9 consecutive days
• 1 lesson: 45 minutes (in the USA 50 minutes)
• Courses begin: every Saturday
• Includes lunchtime lessons with teacher

For those with exacting needs which must be met in a short space of time? Requiring just one week away from the office, this course is ideal for busy professionals and executives who need to prepare for presentation and meetings abroad.

9 DAY COMPACT COURSE (92 LESSONS) ENGLISH VANCOUVER

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• 92 individual lessons
• Beginner to advanced levels
• 9 consecutive days
• 1 lesson: 45 minutes (in the USA 50 minutes)
• Courses begin: every Saturday
• Includes lunchtime lessons with teacher

For those with exacting needs which must be met in a short space of time? Requiring just one week away from the office, this course is ideal for busy professionals and executives who need to prepare for presentations and meetings abroad.

LSI ACCOMMODATION IN VANCOUVER

Accommodation in Vancouver The city of Vancouver is one of the most spectacular cities in the world. Located between the Pacific Ocean and the snow-capped Coastal Mountains, Vancouver offers year-round outdoor activities from sailing to snow-boarding. Walk along the city beaches and through the forested parks or shop and go to a café along the famous Robson Street. The people in Vancouver are very friendly and love to meet people from all over the world!

HOME STAY/PRIVATE HOMES

Our homestays are carefully selected and offer students the opportunity to learn more about Canadian culture in a comfortable setting while studying English in Vancouver. 

• Welcoming and friendly atmosphere.
• Carefully selected by our Accommodation officers and visited on a regular basis.
• Choice of bed and breakfast, half board or full board.
• Single or double rooms.
• All bed linen and towels provided.
• Laundry facilities available in the home.
• Good and reliable transport links; average traveling distance 35 to 55 minutes by Public Transport.
• Executive Supplement Available (includes private bathroom and superior homestay)

CAMPUS

UBC GAGE RESIDENCE

Located amongst hiking trails, shops, and restaurants, UBC Campus is a city in itself. The Residence located directly across from the bus loop that takes students directly to LSI. 

• Each unit has 6 private bedrooms, with a shared living area, kitchen and washroom.
• There is a television lounge, internet café, lounge areas and fitness facilities.
• Coin laundry available.
• Breakfast is included and is taken directly across the street at Pacific Spirit Place.
• Students are given breakfast tickets at check-in.
• Linen and towels provided and washed on a weekly basis.
• An initial key/damage deposit of $50.00 is payable at the beginning of the stay – this is refundable when students leave and return the key.

*Note: This residence is only available from May to August and students must be at least 19 years of age or older.

RESIDENCE HOTELS

YWCA Residence Situated approximately 15 minutes walking distance from LSI. 

• Single and double rooms available; shared bathroom.
• The residence features internet and kitchen facilities, television and meeting lounges, and a coffee shop. It also has a state-of-the art fitness facility and health and wellness centre that offers pool, aerobics classes, weight room, and other workout facilities.
• Prices for single rooms range from $65.00 to $75.00 per person, per night (off season) or $75.00 to $90.00 (peak season)
• Prices for double rooms range from $75.00 to $90.00 per room, per night (off season) or $90.00 to $140.00 (peak season)
• For further information and availability; please contact LSI Vancouver. 

Hostels

Hostelling International- Downtown Vancouver Approximately 10 minutes walking distance from LSI.

• Pool table and foosball in the games room, library, TV room with cable and free movies, award winning tours and activities, fully equipped kitchen, laundry, internet access (kiosks as well as WI-FI), free onward booking of other HI-Canada hostels, comfortable mattresses, and all linen, bedding towels and breakfast provided free of charge.
• Prices for shared rooms range from $30.00 to $35.00 per person, per night (off season) or $35.00 to $40.00 (peak season)
• Prices for private rooms range from $75.00 to $80.00 per room, per night (off season) or $90.00 to $95.00 (peak season).
• For further information and availability; please contact LSI Vancouver.

Hotels

The Quality Inn Travel Apartment Centrally located in downtown Vancouver, approximately 10-15 minutes walking distance from LSI and close to Stanley Park, Granville Island and other major Vancouver attractions

• Facilities include: hair/beauty salon, parking, gift shop, lounge area, room service, outdoor heated pool, fitness centre, restaurant
• Prices range from $105.00 to $115.00 per person, per night (off season) and from $175.00 to $190.00 per person, per night (peak season).
• 1 bedroom suites/apartments with full kitchens and private bathrooms also available. Please contact LSI Vancouver for further information.

Lord Stanley Suites on the Park

This hotel is located in downtown Vancouver, next to the world famous Stanley Park and steps from trendy Robson Street. It is approximately a 10 minute bus ride or 25 minute walk to LSI.

• It offers fully furnished one and two bedroom deluxe suites with panoramic harbour, park and mountain views - ideal for daily, weekly and extended stays.
• Facilities include: fully furnished kitchens and in-suite washer and dryers, complimentary continental breakfast, secured underground parking, exercise room/sauna and 24 hour concierge.
• Prices range from $665.00 per week in the off season to $1500.00 per week in the peak season. Monthly rates are also available. Please contact LSI Vancouver for more information.

*** Other hotel options available upon request.

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