General English Course

English Encounters

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Lyssna, Speaking, uttal, läsa, Skriva, ordförråd, Grammatik och aktiviteter

Lektionsschema

Kurslängd
1-52 veckor
Startdatum
Varje måndag
Lektioner per vecka
20 lessons per week (varje lektion varar 50 min)
Lektionsdagar
Måndag - Fredag
Skollov
24 dec 2024, 25 dec 2024, 26 dec 2024, 01 jan 2025

English Encounters har inte lektioner på dessa ovannämnda helgdagar. Skolan kompenserar inte för dessa helgdagar, så se till att välja dina startdatum med hänsyn till detta.

Lektionsschema kan ändras beroende på tillgänglighet och säsong.

Kursbeskrivning

Fast Facts

• small groups (3-8 students)
• all language skills
• general English and business English
• daily homework assignments
• 6 levels
• regular testing
• weekly self-study package
• 20 lessons per week

Description

We really believe in the advantage of studying in small groups. Unlike many institutions which advertise “small” groups, our groups really are small! We have as few as 2 students in some cases and our average group size is 5 (and maximum 8). In a small group, students get more attention and our teachers can be more responsive to their needs. As a student, you have more opportunity to talk and interact with the teacher and your classmates. Observes ESL Teacher Randy, “it is easier for students to gain confidence in using the language when they don’t have to speak in front of a large group”. Moreover, everyone “gets to know each other well and becomes very comfortable expressing their ideas in English.”Course

Content
• Group lessons (20/week)
• based on American Headway textbook series
• 6 levels – Beginner, Pre-intermediate, Intermediate, High Intermediate, Semi-Advanced, Advanced
• each level correlates to TOEFL, TOEIC, and IELTS score ranges
• 6-8 weeks per level
• regular testing (eg. biweekly) and opportunity for promotion
• includes use of coursebook, workbook, access to audio download centre, MultiROM (optional), and online practice materials (optional)
• supplemental materials include frequent handouts for grammar, vocabulary, Canadian culture, business English, and idioms
• all skills including conversation, grammar, listening, vocabulary, pronunciation, reading, writing, discussion, debate, role play
• course available all year and begins any Monday

Språknivå

Alla nivåer, nybörjare till avancerad
Du kommer att göra ett placeringstest under din första dag för att avgöra din språknivå. Du kan också göra testet före ankomsten till Burlington.

Klasstorlek

Genomsnitt 6 studenter
Maximum 9 studenter

Studentålder

Åldersomgrupp 18 - 70 år gammal

Certifikat

Ett intyg om avslutad kurs kommer att utfärdas vid slutet av kursen.
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Omdömen

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Skolanläggningar
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Skolans läge
Boende

"Great experience of learning friendly"

Florence SEYSSEL, student från Frankrike

First of all in my opinion, the location of this school was perfect . The school is located downtown in a small city called Burlington on the shore of Lake Ontario. It was really nice to cycle every day to school.
The school has 5 classes and I had the opportunity to take lessons with 4 different teachers. We were a maximum of 9 students per class. The teachers are really serious in their work but also in their friendships. They create a pleasant atmosphere in the classroom and give students confidence. My schedule was from 9.00 am to 2.10 pm everyday except on Friday from 9.00 am to 1.00 pm.
We had homework everyday. This helps you learn. We followed a textbook with articles very interesting. We had time to talk each morning about what we had done the afternoon before.
We also had the opportunity to socialize with different students outside of school. In my case, I went to a pub, then watched an outdoor movie and I went to a salsa dance party.

The only thing that I noticed negatively was the difference of level between the students. Some of them were in a lower level and I was surprised to have them in the same class as me. I guess their level were too high for the other classes.

Regarding my hosting, I was really lucky to meet Julie. Julie lives alone and we are around the same age, so our relationship was easy and friendly. She took good care of me. Over the week-ends, I went with her and another student kayaking in a lake.
I went to a BBQ one day to her friends house and another day to visit Niagara on Lake and Niagara Falls.

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Kvalitet på undervisning
Skolanläggningar
Sociala aktiviteter
Skolans läge
Boende
Studietid
3 veckor
Datum av studier
8 Jul 2024 - 2 Aug 2024
Skulle du rekommendera denna skola?
Ja
Detta är en verifierad recension. Den här studenten har bokat en kurs på skolan genom Language International.

"My experience is really good ."

KOUAKOU MARVINE EMMANUEL AGAMAN, student från Côte d'Ivoire

my english learning experience is really good, i really enjoyed learning to speak english at this school. they are super welcoming and very nice, the lessons are very easy to understand and, they use all means to make us understand the lessons and help us to talk. i am really happy to have attended this school really thank you.

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Kvalitet på undervisning
Skolanläggningar
Sociala aktiviteter
Skolans läge
Studietid
3 veckor
Datum av studier
2 Nov 2020 - 27 Nov 2020
Skulle du rekommendera denna skola?
Ja
Detta är en verifierad recension. Den här studenten har bokat en kurs på skolan genom Language International.
Felix, Director at English Encounters responded to this review.
14 January 2024

Thank you for your wonderful feedback about your experience at English Encounters! We're overjoyed to hear that you found our lessons easy to understand and our environment welcoming. It's heartening to know that our efforts to support and facilitate your English learning journey were successful.

Your happiness and satisfaction with our school mean the world to us. Remember, our doors are always open for any further learning needs you might have.

Best wishes for your future endeavors, and thank you again for choosing English Encounters.

"I'm really happy with my experience at English Encounters, the study atmosphere is amazing, small place and you feel like at home. I still have to practice but now I'm not afraid to talk in English."

Maria Daniela Vasquez Ojeda, student från Afghanistan

Interactive classes and amazing teachers!!
Thanks Felix, Randy, Saba and Zoryana!

English encounters is a place for make friends! Everybody is friendly.

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Kvalitet på undervisning
Skolanläggningar
Sociala aktiviteter
Skolans läge
Studietid
4 veckor
Datum av studier
28 Jan 2019 - 1 Mar 2019
Skulle du rekommendera denna skola?
Ja
Detta är en verifierad recension. Den här studenten har bokat en kurs på skolan genom Language International.
Felix, Director at English Encounters responded to this review.
06 March 2019

It's fantastic to hear that you had such a positive experience with our interactive classes and amazing teachers at English Encounters! A big thank you for acknowledging Felix, Randy, Saba, and Zoryana – they will be thrilled to hear your kind words.

We're especially glad to know that you found English Encounters to be a friendly place where you could make friends. Our community's warmth and welcoming spirit are something we're very proud of.

Thank you for choosing us for your English learning journey and for taking the time to share your experience. We hope the friendships and skills you've gained here will last a lifetime!

"The best experience I've ever had!!!!"

Manuel Springer, student från Colombia

It was absolute amazing!!

- Perfect teachers. They were really kind and nice people.

- Classes were so organized, educatonal. I learned a lot of things there.

- Private classes were absolutely incredible, they taught me a lot of good things in the private lessons.

- The school is really clean and the environment is really peaceful.

I had a really great time there. I'm gonna come back to finish my final level of english.

Thus, it was perfect...

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Kvalitet på undervisning
Skolanläggningar
Sociala aktiviteter
Skolans läge
Studietid
9 veckor
Datum av studier
26 Jun 2017 - 1 Sep 2017
Skulle du rekommendera denna skola?
Ja
Detta är en verifierad recension. Den här studenten har bokat en kurs på skolan genom Language International.
Felix, Director at English Encounters responded to this review.
14 January 2024

We are absolutely delighted to hear that you had an amazing experience at English Encounters! It's heartening to know that our teachers, with their kindness and expertise, made a significant impact on your learning journey. We're proud of our team for their dedication and it's wonderful to hear such positive feedback about them.

Your appreciation for the school and educational quality of our classes, as well as the personalized attention in the private lessons, is greatly valued. We strive to create a learning environment that is not only effective but also welcoming and comfortable for all our students.

It's fantastic to know that you found our school clean and peaceful, contributing to a great overall experience. We're thrilled that you're planning to return to complete your final level of English with us. Your progress and satisfaction are our top priorities, and we look forward to welcoming you back.

Thank you for taking the time to share your thoughts and for choosing English Encounters for your English language studies. See you soon!

"I woud say that it was amazing!"

Eva Laura Chavez Parra, student från Mexiko

My personal experience in Canada was amazing, the teachers are the best, they explain everything and they are friendly and well prepared, the location of the school is very nice because its in downtown so you can do a lot of things after the class, and the facilities are good they have a kitchen were you can do a coffee or tea.

The housing was very nice, i like my housefamily a lot, they are very friendly and funny, my housmother took me to several places to meet.

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Kvalitet på undervisning
Skolanläggningar
Sociala aktiviteter
Skolans läge
Studietid
1 vecka
Datum av studier
7 Aug 2017 - 18 Aug 2017
Skulle du rekommendera denna skola?
Ja
Detta är en verifierad recension. Den här studenten har bokat en kurs på skolan genom Language International.
Felix, Director at English Encounters responded to this review.
14 January 2024

Thank you so much for taking the time to share your wonderful experience at English Encounters in Canada. We're thrilled to hear that your time with us was amazing and that our teachers, with their friendly and well-prepared approach, greatly contributed to your learning.

It's also great to know that the location of our school in downtown added positively to your experience, allowing you to explore and enjoy the area after class. We believe that having a comfortable and convenient environment is key to a rewarding educational journey.

Hearing about your positive experience with your host family is particularly heartwarming. It sounds like they provided not only a welcoming home but also helped enrich your cultural experience in Canada. These interactions often form some of the most cherished memories of a student's time abroad.

We're glad that our facilities, including the kitchen area for coffee and tea, added to your comfort during your studies.

Thank you again for choosing English Encounters, and we're so happy that we could be a part of your memorable experience in Canada. We wish you all the

"It helped to improve my English. However, I really think that the fees don't suit the hours of the course. I found it a little expensive."

Amjad Alarifi, student från Kanada

It helped to improve my English. The teacher is a very respectful person. The place is cozy and the location is not bad. However, I really think that the fees don't suit the hours of the course. I found it a little expensive.

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Kvalitet på undervisning
Skolanläggningar
Sociala aktiviteter
Skolans läge
Studietid
1 vecka
Datum av studier
29 Oct 2015 - 6 Nov 2015
Skulle du rekommendera denna skola?
Ja
Detta är en verifierad recension. Den här studenten har bokat en kurs på skolan genom Language International.
Felix, Director at English Encounters responded to this review.
14 January 2024

Thank you for sharing your feedback about your experience at English Encounters. We're pleased to hear that our program was effective in improving your English and that you found our teacher to be respectful and the location cozy and convenient.

Your thoughts regarding the course fees in relation to the hours provided are valuable to us. We strive to offer high-quality education and facilities, and we understand that the cost of education is an important consideration for our students. We regularly review our pricing to ensure that it reflects the value and quality of our education while remaining competitive.

We appreciate your honesty in this matter, and it's feedback like yours that helps us continually improve and assess our services. If you have any further suggestions or require assistance in the future, please don't hesitate to reach out.

Thank you again for choosing English Encounters, and we wish you continued success in your English proficiency journey.

"I enjoyed"

abdelkadre mahamat hassane, student från Chad

I enjoyed this training that allowed me to improve my English. I am very satisfied with the quality of the formation, and I may repeat this experience soon.

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Skolanläggningar
Sociala aktiviteter
Skolans läge
Boende
Studietid
2 veckor
Datum av studier
10 Aug 2015 - 28 Aug 2015
Skulle du rekommendera denna skola?
Ja
Detta är en verifierad recension. Den här studenten har bokat en kurs på skolan genom Language International.
Felix, Director at English Encounters responded to this review.
14 January 2024

Thank you for your kind words! We're delighted to hear that you enjoyed the training and are satisfied with the quality of our program at English Encounters. It's great to know that you're considering repeating this experience. We look forward to welcoming you back soon!

"Very good experience."

Saul Barrera, student från Belize

The location was perfect. It was a very good atmosphere, and the teachers were very good.

Felix's attention was excellent; I have no complaints at all.

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Skolanläggningar
Sociala aktiviteter
Skolans läge
Studietid
3 veckor
Datum av studier
8 Jun 2015 - 3 Jul 2015
Skulle du rekommendera denna skola?
Ja
Detta är en verifierad recension. Den här studenten har bokat en kurs på skolan genom Language International.
Felix, Director at English Encounters responded to this review.
14 January 2024

Thank you for your positive feedback! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed our location, atmosphere, and the quality of our staff at English Encounters. It's great to know that your experience with us was excellent. We appreciate your kind words and have no greater satisfaction than hearing of our students' happy experiences.

"It was a great stay at English Encounters."

Monika Lakota

I enjoyed my stay in Burlington. I like English Encounters very much. The teachers were very cool and easy-going. If you had some questions, the teacher always helped you and explained everything. The sizes of the classes were very good I think (up to 8 people).

Burlington is a very nice city, where you can feel very safe. There are a lot of activities to do in your free time. You can visit the Niagara Falls, visit Toronto, the Hamilton Falls, a lot of Outlet Stores, or just stay in Burlington at the Lake Ontario and much more. I am very happy having been to English Encounters. I met a lot of great people from everywhere around the world, and I had the best teachers in my life.

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Skolanläggningar
Sociala aktiviteter
Skolans läge
Boende
Studietid
2 veckor
Datum av studier
4 May 2015 - 22 May 2015
Skulle du rekommendera denna skola?
Ja
Felix, Director at English Encounters responded to this review.
14 January 2024

Thank you for sharing such a wonderful review of your experience at English Encounters and in Burlington! We're delighted to know that you found our teachers cool and helpful, and that the small class sizes enhanced your learning. It's also great to hear that you enjoyed the safe and vibrant environment of Burlington, along with its many attractions.

Meeting people from around the world and having memorable experiences with our teachers are exactly the kind of experiences we hope for our students. We're thrilled that you had the best time with us.

Thank you for choosing English Encounters, and we wish you all the best in your future endeavors!

"Awesome."

Duah Al-kirssan, student från Finland

Everyone was really friendly and nice. I was happy and pleased when I was there.
I like the challenges of places. There was sociability, humor, and I also got some lovely friends. We also went on a trip and had a wonderful visit there. I also learned a lot of things.

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Kvalitet på undervisning
Skolanläggningar
Sociala aktiviteter
Skolans läge
Studietid
1 vecka
Datum av studier
4 Nov 2013 - 15 Nov 2013
Skulle du rekommendera denna skola?
Ja
Detta är en verifierad recension. Den här studenten har bokat en kurs på skolan genom Language International.
Felix, Director at English Encounters responded to this review.
14 January 2024

Thank you for your kind words! We're so pleased to hear that you found everyone at English Encounters friendly and that you enjoyed the social and challenging aspects of our program. It's wonderful that you made lovely friends and had a great time on the trip. We're glad you learned a lot and had a happy experience with us.

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Boende

English Encounters erbjuder följande typer av boende:
homestay

Värdfamilj - Single-person room - Frukost och middag

kr 2.313
veckovis

Homestay - Single-person room - Breakfast and dinner

Åldersomgrupp: 18 år gammal och äldre
Plats: In the city center of Burlington
Typ av boende: Värdfamilj
Typ av rum: Single-person room
Måltider: Frukost och middag (14 måltider per vecka)
Anläggningar: Kök, tvätt, trådlöst internet, gratis internet, tV-rum, luftkonditionering, uppvärmning, och trädgård
Avstånd till skolan: 10 - 30 minuter med bus
Tillgänglighet: januari - december
Ankomstdag: Lördag, helst
Avresedagen: Lördag, helst
kr 2.313
All of our host families are carefully chosen by our staff who visit the family and view your bedroom and facilities. You will have a comfortable single room or a double room if you prefer. Many of our homes are within walking distance from the school. You will live as one of the family and have breakfast and dinner each day.
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Flyg och flygplatstransfer

Please note that we do not book flights for our students. If you are researching airfare costs, we recommend using Kayak.com, a search engine that lets you compare flight options from your home country to Burlington based on your budget, schedule and preferences.

Reseförsäkring

Studera utomlands bekymmersfritt med Language Internationals försäkringstäckning för hälsa och personliga ägodelar. När du bokat en kurs hos oss, så kan du välja att köpa en internationell försäkringsplan som inte bara täcker sjukvårdskostnader, men också förlust av dina personliga tillhörligheter. Du måste boka din försäkring i förtid när du registrerar dig.

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