Canadian language camps
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The trip should be planned in advance, as it will take time not only to find a good camp in Canada, but also to process paperwork, including a visa.
How to choose a Camp
Kids language camps in Canada differ from vacation camps in other foreign countries by the fact that educational programs are available in the two official languages of the country - English and French. The local education system is based on the British teaching methods, which are recognized as the best all over the world, so vacation camps and summer camps in Canada for children offer educational programs at the same level as in the UK or Switzerland, and the cost of education is much lower. It is the good combination of price and quality that is the main secret of the popularity of international language camps for children and teenagers: more and more children from different countries around the world come here every year to spend their summer vacations.Features and benefits of language camps in Canada:
Multicultural environment.
The ethnic diversity of students is high in Canada, and by coming here, prospective students will find themselves in an international environment and will have the opportunity to make new friends from all over the world as well as practising their foreign language constantly.High standard of living.
This point may be important to parents who are worried about the safety of their children - since Canada has above-average living conditions, crime is closely monitored and has a minimal rate. This once again confirms that studying here is safe for foreign children, schoolchildren or teenagers.Colorful Nature.
In addition to the safe environment, the territory of Canada has unique natural sites and places - a lot of nature reserves, national parks, clean mountain lakes and fresh air. Among the must-see places is Niagara Falls. The diverse natural setting also expands the sports available to students.Comfortable learning and accommodation facilities.
Canadian language courses are based in prestigious private boarding schools, so conditions for students are excellent: comfortable student residences and full board.Learning features and varieties
Children's language camps in Canada have a certain format of distribution of students into groups: on the day of arrival, everyone takes an assessment test, which determines the level of language, and then students are divided with children who have a similar level - from elementary to advanced. Also the results of this test will influence the choice of curriculum for students and teenagers who come for vacations and summer camps in Canada for children.The general program of learning English (or French) in language camps in Canada includes usually 20 hours of education each week, and an intensive course - from 30 hours. Outside of school, you can devote time to physical activities, such as participating in sports, hiking, canoeing, and even trying such extreme sports as windsurfing or rafting.
Types of educational programs:
1. General Program
The standard English course consists of a morning class (20 academic hours per week) followed by recreation, sports, or hobbies2. Intensive Program
The main difference between this and the general course is that the number of academic hours is increased to 25. Otherwise the day is similar to the standard course, but with less free time3. English + Hobbies
One of the most popular programs among foreign children, schoolchildren, teenagers. The number of academic hours is the same as on the standard course, but hobby-based lessons are added: it could be dancing, music, cinema, various sports and so on.4. Home Language International
A common educational format in countries abroad, including Canada: during the course students of different ages do not live on the territory of the school, but in the teacher's family. The amount of study load is chosen by the student - it can be from 10 to 30 lessons per week.Prices and admission requirements
Vacations and summer camps in Canada for children have different costs. Depending on where the language school is located, what its rating, status, accommodation options, the cost will range from 700-1200 to 2000-25000 Canadian dollars per week.The price of a language program for children usually includes:
• Organization and registration fees
• Insurance
• Language program
• Accommodation (residence/host family)
• Full board (three meals per day)
• Excursion program
• Cultural activities and entertainment adapted to the age of students
• Shuttle transfers as scheduled.
Parents should, however, consider a column for additional expenses such as visas, round-trip airfare, and out-of-pocket expenses for the duration of the stay.
