Overview
Effective Learning
We make learning effective by making it engaging and fun. Our communicative approach employs project and leadership components that encourage learners to be actively engaged in the learning process with tangible, rewarding outcomes that go beyond developing language skills.
Students often work in groups on assigned projects that include web, video, podcast and blog creations and team building and leadership skill exercises. The goal is to create an interactive, communicative setting to fully engage students in the learning process.
Our curriculum, available in both digital and print format, is specially designed for the needs of young learners emphasizing topics and exercises that are more appealing to their needs and interests.
Learning Effectively
At a Glance
- Group work emphasized
- Teamwork and leadership skills are critical components of classes.
- Tangible engaging projects include the creation of videos, blogs, podcasts, website and more.
- Curriculum specifically designed for young learners and available in both digital and print format.
Levels
Placement and Evaluation
We offer ten levels of English from the beginner to the advanced levels with every student tested (listening, speaking and grammar skills are all tested) and placed appropriately on their first of classes. Additionally, student’s are evaluated every Monday to ensure they have understood the material and provide valuable feedback for continued improvement. Detailed evaluation reports are updated weekly and accessible by parents who wish to follow their children’s progress.
Appropriate Learning
At a Glance
- Levels: 10 levels from beginner to advanced.
- Placement: Comprehensive placement test (speaking, reading, listening) on first day of class.
- Weekly evaluation tests guide improvement goals.
- Detailed progress reports prepared for each student. Updated weekly and accessible through web.
Instructors
Strong Relationships
The most important part of any learning journey is the relationship between instructors and students. Smaller classes (14 to 16 on average) led by professional, certified instructors, provide a comfortable and engaging learning environment. All our teachers are required to have a university degree, teaching certification and 2 years teaching experience. Instructors for junior students are specifically selected for their experience and innate ability in teaching young learners. They have the indispensable personality skills to connect with young learners and keep them engaged throughout the learning process. This bond continues outside the classroom as the teachers lead students on activities and help them discover their new city and its culture.
Building Learning Relationship
At a Glance
- Average class Size: 14
- Instructors must have: 2 years experience, university degree, teaching certificate and experience working with youth.
- Activities are led by teachers and enabling continued integration of learning outside classroom.
Facilities / Location
Modern & Fully Equipped
Classes take place at either our main campus or, in summer only, at Ryerson University. All campuses are centrally located in the city centre and feature modern, numerous amenities and hi-tech, connected classrooms equipped with audio/visual equipment.
Building Learning Relationship
At a Glance
- Average class Size: 14
- Instructors must have: 2 years experience, university degree, teaching certificate and experience working with youth.
- Activities are led by teachers and enabling continued integration of learning outside classroom.
