Oxford International / Eurocentres Toronto
Description of Oxford International / Eurocentres Toronto
- Established: 1989
- Location: Toronto Canada
- Students age: 12+
- Type of study: mixed
- Type of accommodation: student residences, host families
- Language of instruction: English.
The language school was founded in 1989 and invites teenagers and adult students to study English in excellent conditions for learning - here you will find experienced tutors, effective courses, modern equipment.
Key facts about the school:
- 180 adult students study in the summer
- 110 adult students study throughout the year
- 150 teenagers study in summer
- 20 teenagers study during the year
- Average student age: 21 (in summer) and 24 (throughout the year)
- 100% of teachers have a university degree and relevant qualifications.
Accreditation and membership in organizations:
- ALTO
- British council
- NAFSA
- Quality english
- Language canada
- FEDELE.
What makes English so special for families from all over the world?
In 2023, statistics show there are about 1.5 billion people around the world who speak English both natively and as a second language. English is the global language for business, tourism, aviation, sciences, and media (to name a few).
Programs and prices, tuition fees in Oxford International / Eurocentres Toronto
Super - Intensive English
- Age: 18+
- Language of instruction: English
- Number of students: up to 14
- Number of hours of English per week: 30
- Language requirement: from entry level
- Duration: from 1 week
Super-Intensive English Course - 6 lessons of 50 minutes each. What skills will you develop:
- Grammar
- Vocabulary
- Listening perception
- Communicative skill
- Writing
- Presentation
- Pronunciation.
Intensive English
- Age: 18+
- English language
- Number of students: up to 1 4
- Number of hours of English per week: 25
- Language requirement: from entry level
- Duration: from 1 week
Intensive course - this is 5 lessons of English for 50 minutes.
Basic core program
- Age 18 +
- English language
- Number of students: up to 14
- Number of hours of English per week: 20
- Language requirement: from entry level
- Duration: from 1 week
The program includes 4 English lessons of 50 minutes daily.
Junior Summer Program
- Age: 12-17
- English language
- Number of students: up to 15
- Number of hours of English per week: 20
- Language requirement: from entry level
- Duration: from 1 week.
Included in the price:
- Homestay double room
- Full board
- Transfer.
The course takes place on the Ryerson Universi ty campus in Toronto.
University pathway program
- Age: 16+
- English language
- Number of students: up to 15
- Number of hours of English per week: 25 or 30
- Language requirement: from entry level
- Duration: from 12 weeks
Learn English online in groups or individually with native speakers.
Depending on your needs, you can learn the language both for yourself and for future studies abroad.
You can do it once or several times a week.
Learn English online in groups or individually with native speakers.
Depending on your needs, you can learn the language both for yourself and for future studies abroad.
You can do three to five hours a week.
Semi-Intensive Course
- Students age: from 16 years old,
- Duration of the program: from 1 week,
- Dates: year-round.
The course consists of basic language skills and 3 additional electives per week. A total of 26 lessons are provided weekly for 45 minutes each.
Students will build a solid foundation of English language proficiency, as the program covers all major topics:
- Listening
- Reading
- Colloquial speech,
- Letter.
Personalized teaching materials, computer technology are used in the lessons, tests are regularly conducted to track learning outcomes and timely adjustments in accordance with the goals of students.
Basic IELTS preparation
The basic course is designed to improve English skills, enrich vocabulary, and practice the technique of passing the final exam. It offers 20 hours weekly for 50 minutes, modern methods and individual study materials that will help students successfully prepare for the IELTS exam. Additional elective classes designed specifically for the course are available.
Intensive IELTS preparation
On the program, students will significantly improve their English language skills, work out the technique of passing the exam. Original materials are used in the lessons, teachers are attentive to each student, helping to identify weaknesses and work them out.
The course includes 20 hours of basic preparation + 5 hours of exam preparation weekly, useful academic electives.
Super-intensive IELTS preparation
Preparation for the international test in this format includes 30 lessons per week of 50 minutes each. Students learn basic English skills, practice exam techniques.
The IELTS certificate is one of the most recognized among higher education institutions in the world, confirms the level of language proficiency and is accepted by most employers.
The course is available for B1 and above. To achieve the best result, elective classes are offered.
Cambridge English – First Super Intensive (B2)
- Students age: from 16 years old,
- Duration of the program: from 12-48 weeks.
On the course, students study special material to prepare for the exam: 20 training lessons are available weekly, 5 lessons to improve exam skills, 5 additional electives. The course is designed for levels of English proficiency from B1 and above, lessons last for 45 minutes. The obtained qualification confirms the achievement of the B2 (Upper Intermediate) level and the ability to use written and spoken English for everyday purposes, at work, in school.
Cambridge English – Cambridge (FCE) super-intensive training (C1 Advanced)
Level C1 is required for university studies and employment. The exam is recognized in most countries of the world.
There are 20 academic English lessons, 5 elective lessons and 5 exam lessons per week. The duration of the lessons is 45 minutes each. The validity of the certificate has no expiration date, confirms the high level of knowledge and skills of the English language. Additionally, elective classes on various topics are offered.
English for Special Purposes
The language center offers additional English learning in specialized courses to help students achieve individual goals:
- Debates, presentations, public speaking,
- English for customer service,
- English in the local context,
- English for Academic Purposes,
- Academic Speaking and Writing,
- Academic Reading and Writing,
- IELTS exam skills,
- Confident speaking and listening,
- English for Journalism,
- English through literature,
- Pronunciation and fluency,
- Business skills of the XXI century,
- Global Leadership,
- Basic English,
- Projects and communication.
Accommodation, meals, prices
The school does not have its own residence, but assists in finding suitable housing. Popular options:
-
Host family
Key facts about host families:
- The school charges a one-time fee
- Additional day price
- Room Type - Separate
- Distance from school - 35 minutes by public transport.
Equipment:
- Tv
- Phone
- Cleaning every day
- Towels
- Linens
- Laundry
- Kitchen
- Wifi
- Heating
- Air conditioning
- Half board
- Bathroom.
HOEM Residence (18+) - Student Residence - Suite:
- The school charges a one-time fee
- Extra days are not bookable
- Room Type - Separate
- Distance from school - 27 minutes on foot.
Equipment:
- TV
- Phone
- Cleaning every day
- Towels
- Linens
- Laundry
- Kitchen
- Wifi
- Heating
- Air conditioning
- Bathroom.
Activities Oxford International / Eurocentres Toronto
- Ballet
- Baseball
- Basketball
- Tennis
- Dancing
- Squash
- Golf
- Volleyball
- Windsurfing
- Diving
- Music
- Sailing
- Mountain bike
- Horseback riding
- Yoga
- Table tennis
- Hockey
- Football
- Swimming
- Cooking
Advantages
- Free high-speed internet,
- Available computer technology,
- Small capacity of the training center,
- The average class size is 13 students,
- Individual Curriculum,
- Immersion in a rich learning environment,
- Innovative manuals and techniques,
- Regular validation tests,
- The opportunity to change the study group to a more suitable level once a week,
- A wide range of extracurricular activities,
- Warm welcome and acquaintance with the school and teachers on the day of arrival,
- Living in safe and comfortable conditions,
- Qualified assistance and advice on the Pathway program,
- Each graduate remains a lifelong member of Oxford International.
Accreditation:
- FEDELE,
- NAFSA,
- Language Canada,
- British Council,
- ALTO (Association of Language Travel Organizations).
Facilities and equipment at Oxford International / Eurocentres Toronto
- Library
- Classrooms
- Computer center
- Wi-Fi Access
- Student Advice Desk
- Living room
- Printer and Xerox
- Cooler
- Vending machines
- Microwave
- Educational electronic boards
- Projectors
- Heating
- Air conditioning.
The school provides facilities for students with disabilities:
- Disabled Toilet
- Opportunity to call into the classroom and the waiting room on a wheelchair
- Conditions for teaching blind and deaf students.
Admission dates and extra charges
Additionally paid:
- Materials
- School's administrative fee
- Health Insurance
- Transfer on arrival
- Additional hours of individual lessons (it is recommended to book in addition to the selected course).
Best arrival - Airport Toronto Pearson International Airport.
Included in the price:
- Extracurricular activities
- Access to the Internet
- Certificate
- Introductory testing
- Specialist consultation
- Help finding housing
- Help and advice upon admission to the university.
Extras:
- Registration fee (for a programme/course) 175 CAD
- Study materials 95 CAD
- Transfer (one way) 175 CAD
- Registration fee (for accommodation) 240 CAD
- Medical insurance 1.95 CAD
- Guardianship 80 CAD
- Course change Fee 110 CAD
Enrolment process
Upon admission, you need to apply for the selected course, fill out the registration form, pay the deposit and other necessary expenses.
Perspectives
All students who graduate from the selected program receive a certificate confirming the level of English proficiency.
Entry requirements, how to apply, what is required to enrol
- Birth certificate/passport,
- Medical insurance,
- Study visa.
Literature and references
Institution on the map
Residence permits, citizenship and other services
- Guardianship services during the studies
- Student supervision
Review about Oxford International / Eurocentres Toronto
Recommendations on when to apply
| Language courses, schools and children's language camps | Primary and secondary education - private schools | Preparation programmes for entering universities - higher education | Higher education (after completing accredited programs A-level, IB, High School) - Bachelor, Master, MBA |
| - we recommend to apply 6-9 months before the start of the course (some camps and schools offer discounts for early booking or for lengthy study programs) - there are some very popular and high demand children's camps, where the applications need to be submitted 1 year in advance (in particular Switzerland , Great Britain , USA , Canada , Austria) | - we recommend to apply one year before the start of the training program, - some schools have a specific time frame (September-November - please specify an individual school) - some schools require tests in several stages (UKISET, internal tests of the school: English, mathematics, logics, subjects, interview, some require a personal visit) | - we recommend to apply one year before the start of the program, - for Foundation and Pathway programs, IELTS and TOEFL certificates are usually required, respectively | - recommended submission one year before the start of the program, - the deadline normally closes in January, for TOP HEIs and, as a rule, in March in other universities - for a bachelor, a Foundation or Pathway preparatory program a completed A-level, IB, High School + IELTS / TOEFL are required - for Masters you need a graduated higher education, in some cases you need a pre-Masters program - MBA requires completed higher education, work experience preferably at least 2-3 years, etc. |
