Global Village English Centres, Victoria

General English Program [Victoria, British Columbia]

HIGHLIGHTS

• Information
  • About the School
  • Established in 1989, Global Village English Centres (GV) are private English language schools offering top-quality English language instruction among its seven locations worldwide: Vancouver, Toronto, Calgary and Victoria in Canada, Hawaii in the United States, and Sydney and Brisbane in Australia. All seven centres provide its students with the opportunity to register at more than one GV location or transfer between GV schools to diversify their English studies. Understanding that each student arrives at GV with specific goals and dreams, GV offers a total care service called “GV360°” that is designed to ensure that every aspect of a student’s language learning experience is addressed through personal one-on-one discussions with teachers and staff, whether for individual entry interviews to determine students’ English ability level, feedback interviews with teachers, or monthly support meetings with student counseling staff. GV pays close attention to the needs of their students by offering small classes at all ability levels from Beginner to Advanced while classes are communication-based and focus on speaking, listening, grammar and vocabulary building. In order to provide students with a total English immersion experience, GV adheres to a strict “English Only Policy” and students must use English both in and outside of the classroom, as well as during all GV-organized activities. The directors of all seven GV schools meet on a regular basis to review academic and curricular- related issues pertinent to the programs in order to ensure and uphold high academic standards among all programs.
  • Fast Facts
  • Affiliation : Private English School
    Establishment : 1989
    Membership/Accreditation : PELSA, CLC
    Enrollment : 150
    Average Class Size : 12
    

    Airport Pickup : Available from School
    Tuition : Low
    Community Type : Urban
    Transportation : Train, ferry, bus
  • CONTACT INFORMATION
  • Global Village English Centres
    1290 Broad Street, Suite 200
    Victoria, British Columbia  V8W 2A5  CANADA

    TEL: +1 250-384-2199
    FAX: +1 250-384-2123
    E-mail: info@gvenglish.com
    Website: http://www.gvenglish.com
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• More Details
  • Housing
  • The school offers high quality Homestay Programs where students live with a local family. During their stay students will have many opportunities to use their English and to learn about the local culture. Other types of residences are also available. It is best to arrange housing as early as possible due to the limited amount of space available. Check the Course Data Page to make sure that your desired housing option is available for the course to which you will apply. Additionally, the school may introduce privately-owned apartments; however, students must make their own arrangements. For more information, use the Contact Address to ask the school directly.
  • Surrounding Area
  • The centre is ideally located in the heart of Victoria’s tourism and shopping district. Public transportation is easily accessible and the school is a short walk from Victoria's beautiful harbor. Victoria, the capital city of British Columbia, is one of Canada's most beautiful cities. Located on the southern tip of Vancouver Island, Victoria is a short plane or charming ferry ride away from downtown Seattle and Vancouver. Victoria is known around the world for its gorgeous gardens, superb shopping and cosmopolitan dining. Because Victoria enjoys one of the warmest climates in Canada, residents are free to enjoy such outdoor activities as whale watching, hiking, sea kayaking and boating throughout the year. It is just a few hours away from the world-renowned ski/snowboarding resort of Whistler. Also nearby are Vancouver and Seattle in the US - all great for weekend getaways.
• Study Options

  • General English Program (25 lessons/week)

  • Overview
  • The General English Program is offered throughout the year and is ideal for those students able to dedicate time to their English studies. Students enrolled in the program receive 25 lessons of classroom instruction per week.
    
    The program offers 8 levels of instruction from Beginner to Advanced. Placement in these levels depends upon the results of a Placement Test and Intake Assessment (oral interview) which will be taken on the first day of class.
    
    The General English program is the perfect program for an all-round language learning experience with a focus on communication. The instruction includes language structure, vocabulary, speaking, and writing. The instruction of each level is uniquely structured, where students learn how to use practical English in real life situations.
    
    The program has a strict "English only policy." Students are asked to speak English while they are at school and during activities. Students who fail to speak English will be asked to leave school for the day.
    
    Class sizes range from 10 to 14 students per class. Every effort is made to keep classes at an ideal size for effective English language instruction.
  • Data

  • CLASS SIZE:	10 - 14 students
    CLASS LEVELS:	8 levels
    COURSE LENGTH:	1-24+ weeks
    MINIMUM AGE:	16 years old
    REQUIREMENT:	N/A
    HOUSING:	Homestay

  • Dates
  • Choose 1 - 52 Week Course from Starting Dates
    • 2024/04/22
    • 2024/04/29
    • 2024/05/06
    • 2024/05/13
    • 2024/05/20
    • 2024/05/27
    • 2024/06/03
    • 2024/06/10
    • 2024/06/17
    • 2024/06/24
    • 2024/07/01
    • 2024/07/08
    • 2024/07/15
    • 2024/07/22
    • 2024/07/29
    • 2024/08/05
    • 2024/08/12
    • 2024/08/19
    • 2024/08/26
    • 2024/09/02
    • 2024/09/09
    • 2024/09/16
    • 2024/09/23
    • 2024/09/30
    • 2024/10/07
    • 2024/10/14
    • 2024/10/21
    • 2024/10/28
    • 2024/11/04
    • 2024/11/11
  • Costs

  • APPLICATION FEE

    CAN$ 150 (US$ 115)

    TUITION FEE (2024)

    1-11 WEEKS	CAN$ 385 per week
    12-23 WEEKS	CAN$ 365 per week
    24+ WEEKS	CAN$ 350 per week

    HOUSING
    PLACEMENT FEE

    CAN $220

    HOUSING FEE

    LENGTH	HOMESTAY	DORMITORY / ON-CAMPUS APARTMENT	OFF-CAMPUS RESIDENCE
    1-24+ WEEKS	CAN$ 230-290 per week	N/A	N/A

    Airport Pickup Service

    CAN $110 (one way)

    Textbooks

    CAN$ 10 per week

  • Remarks / Other Information
  • Dates and Fees are approximate and may change without prior notice.
    Application fee is non-refundable.
    Homestay Fees include meals.
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• Location
  • Canada　Victoria, British Columbia
  • Location
    Global Village English Centres
    1290 Broad Street, Suite 200 Victoria, British Columbia  V8W 2A5  CANADA
  • Getting To Your School
  • From Victoria International Airport:
    School provides a pick up service for CAN$110 that brings homestay students directly to their host family’s residence. Although travel time varies depending on where the host family lives, it usually takes approximately 30 minutes to 1 hour. Students can also travel by taxi directly to their homestay.
    
• Student Reviews

  • Academic Quality:	5.0
    School Environment:	5.0
    Helpfulness of Staff:	5.0
    Activities and Social Life:	5.0
    Accommodation:	5.0

    5.0

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    [ 千葉, 日本, Age 19, Female ]
    
    25 of 27 people found the following review helpful.
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    授業では、生徒が質問したら先生が生徒に理解できるまで教えてくれますし、もし授業中に理解できなくも休み時間に、きちんと説明してくれます。
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    ですが、学校の基本的なルールは英語オンリーなので、普段の日常会話は英語です。
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