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Sharmila’s class

Welcome to Sharmila’s class, where grammar comes alive! We captured this class in the middle of a role-playing activity using non-count nouns. The criteria was for them to make a skit about a dream, they had to use at least 2 non-count nouns in their skit. It had to be 2 minutes long and they all had to have equal parts in the skit. The students had fun and actually used more than 2 non-count nouns (their dreams were hilarious and interesting!!!). After each group preformed, the students watching were to provide feedback on what they thought of their skit and they also had to say which non-count nouns were used. The were all motivated, had fun, and thought it was a great way to learn the grammar in English!

By Camp Quest|2012-07-11T15:46:00+00:00July 11th, 2012|Class of the day 2012, Summer 2012|0 Comments

Meet Pablo!

Today we chatted with a student from our summer experience program to see how his summer is going. Pablo is from Spain, and he has been in Toronto for a few weeks. He is in a level 8 advanced class, and staying in a homestay with a Canadian family to get a total immersion experience. How is he enjoying his time in Toronto? Watch the video and find out!

By Camp Quest|2012-07-10T22:30:00+00:00July 10th, 2012|Summer 2012|0 Comments

Zach’s class

Today we stopped by Zach’s class to say hello, and we found a lot of fun happening! Zach’s class was playing a game called Spaghetti Letters that challenged students’ listening, vocabulary, spelling, problem solving and team work abilities. In groups, students listened to clues from the teacher and had to come up with the correct English word he was describing. Once they figured out the correct word, teams raced together to spell out the word using uncooked spaghetti noodles. The first three teams that spelled the words correctly won each round. This proved to be a very competitive activity, and all students were actively involved in trying to spell out the correct word. Activities like Spaghetti Letters are a fun way to keep class interesting.

By Camp Quest|2012-07-10T22:06:00+00:00July 10th, 2012|Class of the day 2012, Summer 2012|0 Comments

Sizzling Salsa!

Students take part in Salsa lesson

This weekend, our students visited the Salsa on St Clair street festival. Toronto is one of the most multicultural cities in the world and home to a large Latin community. Salsa on St Clair is an annual street party that takes over 4 city blocks and celebrates all things Latin, including dance, music and food. Our students had a great time, and even took part in a learn to Salsa class. How did they do? Check out their moves below!

By Camp Quest|2012-07-09T14:12:00+00:00July 9th, 2012|Summer 2012|0 Comments

Niagara Falls

One of the highlights for all Quest students is a visit to Niagara Falls, one of Canada’s most famous tourist attractions. Students had a chance to experience the historic Maid of the Mist boat tour, which takes them to the base of the falls and provides breathtaking views and even the opportunity to experience the spray of the falls. It’s been a hot summer here in Toronto, so the students quite a few students were happy to take off their blue rain ponchos and let the spray cool them down.

After the boat ride, students had free time to relax, view the falls, pose for photos and take in some of the many tourist attractions that line the famous Clifton Hill.

Our ride for the afternoon

On board the Maid of the Mist

By Camp Quest|2012-07-09T13:44:00+00:00July 9th, 2012|Summer 2012|0 Comments

Brazilians and Italians are here!

On Friday and Saturday, Quest welcomed groups from Brazil and Italy to our Summer Experience program. The first group of Brazilians arrived on Friday and took a tour of Casa Loma, with their activity leader Matt. Casa Loma is a beautiful historic home that has become a Toronto landmark. On Saturday, the rest of the Brazilian group arrived, and all students came to the main Quest campus for grammar and speaking tests.

By Camp Quest|2012-07-09T13:00:00+00:00July 9th, 2012|Summer 2012|0 Comments

A piece of the country in the city!

Although Toronto is a big city, it is still possible to enjoy some nature! Yesterday, our students took a trip to High Park, which is in the west end of the city and conveniently located on the subway line. Students enjoyed playing soccer and volleyball in the massive park, and were able to take some time out to relax in the shade under the trees.

By Camp Quest|2012-07-06T19:15:00+00:00July 6th, 2012|Summer 2012|0 Comments

Matt’s Class – Level 8 (Advanced)

Today we stopped in on Matt’s class to see what is going on. Matt’s class is Level 8 (Advanced), and includes students from South America, the Middle East and Europe. A highly interactive class, these students love to speak English and have all bonded. In today’s class, the students participated in some drama-based activities that let them practice their speaking skills in a fun and interactive way.

Sitting in a desk all day is boring! Matt’s class walks around as part of an activity. They also mingle around discussing topics as part of a structured activities that mimic real life conversation situations.

Matt’s class in action!

In the video below, students are working on practicing their communication skills by putting their partner into physical postures. Tying in to this week’s theme of dreams, the partners are trying to demonstrate “You just got your dream job.”

By Camp Quest|2012-07-06T17:52:00+00:00July 6th, 2012|Class of the day 2012, Summer 2012|0 Comments

Class is in session!

Welcome to Quest! More than half of our summer students have arrived and classes are in full swing. Let’s take a look in the classes!

Now Lorraine’s class are all friends!

Matt’s class breaks the ice on day 1.

Bredgeen’s beginner class. Look at those great smiles!

Who Am I? Lorraine’s class gets to know one another.

Zach’s class using newspapers to learn about current .

Adam’s class hits the books.

By Camp Quest|2012-07-05T21:32:00+00:00July 5th, 2012|Summer 2012|0 Comments

View from the top

This week, our students visited Toronto’s tallest building and most famous landmark, the CN Tower. A marvel of civil engineering, the tower serves as a telecommunications hub. Towering above the city at 533m tall, the CN Tower houses a restaurant and 2 observation decks. Students took an 112-floor elevator ride to the top, and enjoyed the 360 degree panoramic views o Toronto and the surrounding areas. Students also had the opportunity to brave the glass floor. It’s a long way down!

By Camp Quest|2012-07-04T15:04:00+00:00July 4th, 2012|Summer 2012|0 Comments

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