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Junior Homestay Winter Program

ILSC - Vancouver (Junior)

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Course description

Embark on an incredible English or French adventure with other international youth.
Experience Canadian family life in a safe and supportive homestay.
Learn English or French in classes designed especially for teens like you.
Explore the city, make friends, and practice your language skills in morning & weekend activities.

Live
Stay with a supportive homestay family who will prepare your meals, help you practise your English, and give you an inside view of Canadian culture and family life.

Learn
Study English or French and watch your skills progress under the care and support of our passionate and engaging teachers. Learn language through topics that interest students your age.

Explore
Keep practising your English or French outside the classroom during fun activities and adventures. You’ll build life-long friendships and explore incredible sights and culture in your study city.

* Students aged 9-12 must have a parent, older sibling aged 16+, or a guardian present in Vancouver during the program.

Course topics

Listening, Speaking, Pronunciation, Reading, Writing, Vocabulary, Grammar and Activities

Class schedule

Course duration
1-4 weeks
Start dates
Every Monday
Classes per week
15 lessons per week (each lesson lasts 60 min)
Class days
Monday - Friday
School holidays
01 Jul 2026, 03 Aug 2026, 07 Sep 2026, 30 Sep 2026, 12 Oct 2026, 11 Nov 2026, 25 Dec 2026 - 01 Jan 2027

ILSC - Vancouver (Junior) does not hold classes on the holiday dates above. The school does not compensate for these holidays, so make sure to choose your start date accordingly.

Class schedule may change depending on availability and season.

Class level

All levels, beginner to advanced

Class size

Maximum 18 students

Student age

Age range 9 - 17 years old

Certificate

A certificate of completion will be issued at the end of the course.
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School description

ILSC Vancouver's modern downtown campus offers a wide variety of courses with a total of 26 classrooms, a computer lab, 3 student lounges, and wireless internet access zones. Students will also have access to a listening laboratory for extra practice with their language skills. The school offers several accommodation options, and activities coordinators arrange social and cultural excursions for students.

Accreditations

Nationality and age mix

The nationality and age mix at ILSC - Vancouver (Junior) varies over different time periods, courses and levels.

School holidays

does not hold classes on the holiday dates below. The school does not compensate for these holidays, so make sure to choose your start date accordingly.

Open dates
Year round
School holidays
01 Jul 2026, 03 Aug 2026, 07 Sep 2026, 30 Sep 2026, 12 Oct 2026, 11 Nov 2026, 25 Dec 2026 - 01 Jan 2027

School location

Come and discover Vancouver, a modern, magical city set among lush green mountain forests and beaches lapped by the Pacific Ocean. Enjoy the friendly multicultural atmosphere of Western Canada’s largest Metropolis, where you can enjoy shopping, museums, and many outdoor adventures. ILSC-Vancouver is conveniently located in the city’s downtown, close to public transport, banks, restaurants, and shopping options. The city is pedestrian and cyclist friendly, with a growing network of bike lanes, and walking routes.

A haven for outdoor enthusiasts, nature lovers will enjoy mountain biking along the wooded trails of Pacific Spirit Park, rollerblading around the Seawall, hiking up Grouse or Seymour mountains to take in the magnificent coastal views, or relaxing in Stanley Park, a beach-lined natural oasis that is only a short stroll from the city centre.

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Housing

ILSC - Vancouver (Junior) offers the following housing types:
homestay

Homestay - Single-person room - Breakfast, lunch, and dinner

Included
weekly
Age range: 9 - 17 years old
Housing type: Homestay
Room type: Single-person room
Board type: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner (21 meals per week)
Availability: January - December
Check-in: Sunday, anytime
Check-out: Saturday, anytime
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visa

Visa support

We cannot apply for visas on behalf of students. However, the school can supply you with all the documentation you need to support your visa application.

Your letter of acceptance will be sent to your home address by regular mail at no charge to you.

Visit Canada's Citizenship and Immigration website »

Flights and airport transfer

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 Vancouver based on your budget, schedule and preferences.

Travel insurance

Study abroad worry-free with Language International's health and personal effects insurance coverage. When you book a course with us, you can opt to purchase an international insurance plan that covers not only your health care cost but also loss of your personal belongings. You must book your insurance in advance when you register.

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