School immersion in Vancouver, British Columbia | 13-18 ans | 1 semestre ou 1 année scolaire
This programme is available to motivated students aged 13 to 18 who wish to spend one semester or one year in a Canadian high school (secondary education) and share in the daily life of an Canadian host family and have a unique and unforgettable experience.
This option allows students to choose the school where they would like to be placed. Once the student has chosen, our local partner will be able to check all availabilities. We will then inform you of the different options available to you.
Why Canada ?
Canada is the second largest country in the world, it is also one of the most outstanding in terms of geographical diversity. It’s primarily a wonderful destination or those wishing to study there for multiple reasons:
- The Quality and standard of living is among the highest in the world
- Educational system is recognised for its excellence and its compatibility with the European system
- Friendliness and hospitality of its people
- Rich in culture
- Safe environment with stunning landscapes and countryside
Situated between the snow-capped peaks of the Rocky Mountains and the shimmering waters of the Pacific Ocean, British Columbia is easily one of the most attractive provinces in Canada. As the region’s cultural and commercial centre, Vancouver is brimming with cultural, touristic, and sportive attractions bringing in visitors from all over the world. Shops, cafés, and restaurants fill the fashionable areas of the town centre, while the nearby mountains, forests, rivers and lakes are popular with sport fans and anyone just wanting to explore.
With a population of just over 100,000 people, Langley offers both an urbanised environment with a large range of big shops and a vibrant nature in the south east. With several secondary schools and university campuses, Langley is very animated and highly appreciated by students.
Schools
The Langley region welcomes international students in 8 different schools. All offer unique, intensive programmes with a wide range of lessons.
Certain schools accept a reduced number of students, for a more personalised curriculum. Others are much larger, sometimes accepting up to 1650 students with a well equipped campus.
In each school there is a team of counselors and tutors who will assist the students and international coordinators who will follow the students during their stay. The teachers and staff at the school are friendly and will help the students to achieve their goals.
All schools offer classes of English as a Foreign Language (EFL).
Do not hesitate to contact us for the school profiles.
Courses
Students can choose around 5 to 8 subjects, out of the those offered by a particular school (each school has its own list).
In many Canadian schools, the choice of subjects is large: business, science, tourism, technology arts, psychology, maths, physics, chemistry, softball, curling, management, visual arts, theatre, photography…
This is a great chance to take on new subjects or strengthen your skills in a particular topic. You are entirely free to choose the lessons that may be of interest to you.
They can also follow a course of English as a Second Language, to target any weaknesses they may have. Assistants are on hand to help with organising their work and planning their academic year.
Canadian students study for minimum 12 years (Primary School + Secondary School). This program gives foreign students the possibility to attend a secondary school, from grade 8 to grade 12.
A school year is divided in two semesters. As a foreign student, you can integrate in a class for one semester or for one or several school years and ultimately gain a Canadian High School diploma.
Some courses are offered for one semester. Students have also the possibility to change subjects during the school year depending on level and availability.
Schools offer a variety of sport, cultural and social activities. The school gives you an unique chance to do activities that you have never done before and to join in the daily life of Canadians students of your age.
Your host family is the defining feature of your study abroad experience, helping you become fully accustomed to the culture and feel part of the local community.
Canadians are famous for their hospitality, tolerance and openness.
Our partner organisation’s host families are carefully screened and regularly inspected. Families take an active interest in choosing a student to host and sharing their homes, lives and culture with their guests.
The local coordinator is an experienced member of staff who knows the host families and is in regular contact with the students and their host parents throughout the duration of the programme. They regularly organise meetings to ensure that your experience is going smoothly, both with your host family and at school. Your local coordinator is on hand to lend assistance in case any should arise, and are your first point of contact on the ground.
Our partner organisation’s local coordinators are all experienced and fully qualified to assist international students on the ground, offering support and assistance quickly and efficiently should any issues present themselves.
An emergency number will be given to you to use in case of any emergencies.
In order that your exchange runs as smoothly as possible and that you stay informed about the different elements of the programme, you have the option of attending two information and orientation meetings.
The first is organised by Easy Languages in Brussels , during the month of June. It allows students using Easy Languages to meet each other and share questions and experiences between them and the office team. It’s also at this meeting that final administrative formalities are tackled.
If you do not live in Brussels, you can meet our team in Paris or Canada. Otherwise, we can schedule a telephone meeting to explain you the procedures and details of the program.
The second meeting takes place in Canada , within the first 15 days following your arrival. You will be contacted by your local correspondent who will be able to answer all of your questions.
Dates & Prices 2020-2021
Dates 2020-2021
School year: From September to June
Semester: From September to January or from February to June
Prices 2020-2021
Includes all taxes, registration fees, classes, and room and board
| Classes, room and board, and registration fees | ||
|---|---|---|
| Duration | Price without flight | Price with flight |
| 1 semester | € 10.990 | € 12.290 |
| 1 school year | € 18.750 | € 19.990 |
Prices include:
- English level assessment and interview
- All documents required to obtain a visa
- High School registration for a semester or a school year
- Supervision during the stay by the local correspondent
- Accommodation in host family, full board (lunch box on school days)
- Personal assistance, support and advice from our local correspondent
- Medical insurance
- Personal support to parents throughout the stay
- Regular contacts and assessment reports
- Official certificate of attendance and courses transcripts.
- Round-trip flight if chosen, from Brussels, Paris or Geneva airport (please contact us for prices if you do not leave from these airports
- Airport transfer upon arrival
Prices do not include:
- Excursions and leisure activities
- Admittance fees to leisure or sports clubs
- Local transportation
- Airport transfer upon departure
- Visa fees
- Pocket money: around $250-300 per month
