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GEOS Languages Plus Toronto

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Standard Program
Our Standard English program (20 lessons/week) places heavy emphasis on speaking and listening skills through regular communication. It has been developed to help language students improve their spoken and written skills. We use a comprehensive curriculum that incorporates grammar, vocabulary and idioms, speaking and listening, and reading/writing activities.

Our standard program is taught by professional, qualified, and experienced instructors.

Our Standard Program runs five days a week, with a total of 20 lessons. Students have the opportunity to work with two different teachers and the most up-to-date, effective textbooks and materials available to ensure quick progression.

Following classes are available:

Integrated Skills focuses on the four main English skills - reading, writing, speaking and listening

Active Listening, students will cover a variety of topics while practicing English conversation management, conversational styles, and pronunciation. Students learn commonly-used idioms and slang in a communicative way.

Electives: including TOEFL iBT Test Preparation, TOEIC Test Preparation, IELTS Test Preparation, Academic Writing, Business English/French, Pronunciation, and others

Course topics

Course topics include: a morning focus on grammar and an afternoon focus on listening and speaking.

Class schedule

Course duration
1-9 weeks
Start dates
Every Monday
Classes per week
20 lessons per week (each lesson lasts 45 min)
Class days
Monday - Friday

Class times

Morning session
09:00 AM - 10:30 AM
Break
10:30 AM - 10:45 AM
Morning session
10:45 AM - 12:15 PM
Morning session
10:45 AM - 12:15 PM
Lunch
12:15 PM - 01:00 PM
Afternoon session
01:00 PM - 02:30 PM
Afternoon session
01:00 PM - 02:30 PM
Break
02:30 PM - 02:45 PM
Afternoon session
02:45 PM - 04:15 PM

Class schedule may change depending on availability and season.

Class level

All levels, beginner to advanced
You will take a placement test on your first day to determine your class level. You may also take this test before your arrival in Toronto.

Class size

Average 10 students
Maximum 14 students

Student age

Age range 16 years old and older
Average 29 years old
(21 in the summer)

Certificate

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

The teachers at GEOS Languages Plus in Toronto are proud to provide the best classroom experience. Our teachers have a great background in the different methodologies to help them enrich their teaching styles. From in class to activity trips, the teachers are helping students to receive the best language learning experience Toronto has to offer. Our teachers are dedicated to continued improvement and keep up with the new trends in language teaching by attending workshops in the city. Toronto's teaching team definitely knows what it takes to keep our students happy and satisfied. Our Toronto school has a main lounge area for our students to study and relax. We also have computers with internet connection as well as WiFi for our students to stay connected to their families and friends at home, but also to help them practice their English.

About Toronto:

- With a population of over five million, Toronto is one of the most multicultural cities in the world.
- Studying English in Toronto is a great choice because of the city's friendly people and its world-renowned reputation as it is one of the safest and cleanest cities in North America.
- With four definite seasons, Toronto offers activities for every season.
- Toronto is also home to a number of high-rated universities and colleges, including the largest university in Canada, the University of Toronto. This, together with rich ethnic diversity, means that Toronto offers truly dynamic night-life.
- International student of GEOS Toronto will have many opportunities to explore the various ethnic communities and cuisines, neighborhoods, and areas of interest within the city.
- Toronto is also host to over 30 film festivals a year and other international cultural-events so students will have lots to do when classes are finished for the day!

Number of classrooms
8

Accreditations

Facilities

  • Social Activities
  • Cultural Trips
  • Wheelchair access
  • Eating Area
  • Free Internet
  • Wireless Internet
  • Computers
  • Studying Area

Teacher qualifications

Native English speakers
All
Teachers with English teaching certification
All
Teachers with college degrees
All

University partners

GEOS Languages PLUS Toronto has partnerships with the following universities and colleges in Canada. You can gain full or conditional acceptance into one of these institutions.

Algonquin College
Cambrian College
Camosun College
Centennial College
Confederation College
Douglas College
Lambton College
London School of Business and Finance
North Island College
Royal Roads University
Sheridan College
The College of the Rockies
Thompson Rivers University

Nationality and age mix

The nationality and age mix at GEOS Languages Plus Toronto varies over different time periods, courses and levels. Throughout the year, the average age is 29. In the summer, the average age is 21.

School holidays

GEOS Languages PLUS Toronto 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
None

School location

Are you looking to travel to a school where you don't have to worry about long travel time? If so, GEOS Languages Plus Toronto is the school for you. We are located in the hub of Toronto, close to all the major tourist attractions and an abundance of different cultural restaurants. Take a 20 minute walk east from the school and you will stumble upon one of the biggest and oldest markets in North America, St Lawrence Market. Thinking about taking a nice stroll by the water front, take a 15 minute walk north west and visit Toronto's beautiful and lively Harbor Front which was originally used as our main shipping port up until 1972. Travel 10 minutes north and you are in Toronto's Fashion District where you can shop at vintage boutiques among other unique shops. Head east and you have entered Toronto's entertainment district full of fun and eventful things to do. Finally, on your way back to GEOS, you can browse through the Financial District and see all the historic as well as modern buildings Toronto has to offer.

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Housing

GEOS Languages PLUS Toronto offers the following housing types:
homestay

Homestay - Double room - Half Board

NZ$ 451
weekly
Age range: 14 years old and older
Location: Outside the city center of Toronto
Housing type: Homestay
Room type: 2-person shared room
Board type: Breakfast and dinner (14 meals per week)
Facilities: Kitchen, laundry, telephone, tV room, heating, and other
Distance to school: 20 - 70 minutes by train or subway
Availability: January - December
Check-in: Sunday, after 12:00 PM
Check-out: Saturday, before 04:00 PM
Restriction: 2 students must book together
NZ$ 451
The GEOS Homestay Accommodations are intended to give visiting foreign students a first-hand experience of the local country's culture by sharing in the everyday life of the homestay accommodations' host family. As well as being able to use practical English or French language skills they have learned in school, it is expected that students living in the homestay accommodations will be able to participate in family activities for a holistic view of life in our beautiful cities.

While staying in the homestay accommodations, students will be provided with a private room consisting of a desk, storage space, and a bed. Students will have the option of choosing between half-board homestay accommodations (which provides 2 meals Monday-Friday and 3 meals on the weekend) or full-board homestay accommodations (all meals provided). Students will be placed in a homestay that most matches their personality and/or needs.

A GEOS staff member personally visits each of our host families with students’ interests in mind. Families also undergo a police background check. Our aim is to provide our students with a secure, educational and vibrant environment. Our homestay accommodations are in safe, comfortable neighborhoods in the cities and in neighboring suburbs.

Many GEOS students return to their home country with lasting memories of the families they met and stayed with during their time overseas. Make friends that'll last a lifetime!

Our Homestay Accommodation services are provided only to our students.

Homestay - Single room - Half Board

NZ$ 483
weekly
Age range: 14 years old and older
Location: Outside the city center of Toronto
Housing type: Homestay
Room type: Single-person room
Board type: Breakfast and dinner (14 meals per week)
Facilities: Kitchen, laundry, telephone, tV room, heating, and other
Distance to school: 20 - 70 minutes by train or subway
Availability: January - December
Check-in: Sunday, after 12:00 PM
Check-out: Saturday, before 04:00 PM
NZ$ 483
The GEOS Homestay Accommodations are intended to give visiting foreign students a first-hand experience of the local country's culture by sharing in the everyday life of the homestay accommodations' host family. As well as being able to use practical English or French language skills they have learned in school, it is expected that students living in the homestay accommodations will be able to participate in family activities for a holistic view of life in our beautiful cities.

While staying in the homestay accommodations, students will be provided with a private room consisting of a desk, storage space, and a bed. Students will have the option of choosing between half-board homestay accommodations (which provides 2 meals Monday-Friday and 3 meals on the weekend) or full-board homestay accommodations (all meals provided). Students will be placed in a homestay that most matches their personality and/or needs.

A GEOS staff member personally visits each of our host families with students’ interests in mind. Families also undergo a police background check. Our aim is to provide our students with a secure, educational and vibrant environment. Our homestay accommodations are in safe, comfortable neighborhoods in the cities and in neighboring suburbs.

Many GEOS students return to their home country with lasting memories of the families they met and stayed with during their time overseas. Make friends that'll last a lifetime!

Our Homestay Accommodation services are provided only to our students.

Homestay - Double room - Full Board

NZ$ 483
weekly
Age range: 14 years old and older
Location: Outside the city center of Toronto
Housing type: Homestay
Room type: 2-person shared room
Board type: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner (21 meals per week)
Facilities: Kitchen, laundry, telephone, tV room, heating, and other
Distance to school: 20 - 70 minutes by train or subway
Availability: January - December
Check-in: Sunday, anytime
Check-out: Saturday, anytime
Restriction: 2 students must book together
NZ$ 483
The GEOS Homestay Accommodations are intended to give visiting foreign students a first-hand experience of the local country's culture by sharing in the everyday life of the homestay accommodations' host family. As well as being able to use practical English or French language skills they have learned in school, it is expected that students living in the homestay accommodations will be able to participate in family activities for a holistic view of life in our beautiful cities.

While staying in the homestay accommodations, students will be provided with a private room consisting of a desk, storage space, and a bed. Students will have the option of choosing between half-board homestay accommodations (which provides 2 meals Monday-Friday and 3 meals on the weekend) or full-board homestay accommodations (all meals provided). Students will be placed in a homestay that most matches their personality and/or needs.

A GEOS staff member personally visits each of our host families with students’ interests in mind. Families also undergo a police background check. Our aim is to provide our students with a secure, educational and vibrant environment. Our homestay accommodations are in safe, comfortable neighborhoods in the cities and in neighboring suburbs.

Many GEOS students return to their home country with lasting memories of the families they met and stayed with during their time overseas. Make friends that'll last a lifetime!

Our Homestay Accommodation services are provided only to our students.

Homestay - Single room - Full Board

NZ$ 515
weekly
Age range: 14 years old and older
Location: Outside the city center of Toronto
Housing type: Homestay
Room type: Single-person room
Board type: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner (21 meals per week)
Facilities: Kitchen, laundry, telephone, tV room, heating, and other
Distance to school: 20 - 70 minutes by train or subway
Availability: January - December
Check-in: Sunday, anytime
Check-out: Saturday, anytime
NZ$ 515
The GEOS Homestay Accommodations are intended to give visiting foreign students a first-hand experience of the local country's culture by sharing in the everyday life of the homestay accommodations' host family. As well as being able to use practical English or French language skills they have learned in school, it is expected that students living in the homestay accommodations will be able to participate in family activities for a holistic view of life in our beautiful cities.

While staying in the homestay accommodations, students will be provided with a private room consisting of a desk, storage space, and a bed. Students will have the option of choosing between half-board homestay accommodations (which provides 2 meals Monday-Friday and 3 meals on the weekend) or full-board homestay accommodations (all meals provided). Students will be placed in a homestay that most matches their personality and/or needs.

A GEOS staff member personally visits each of our host families with students’ interests in mind. Families also undergo a police background check. Our aim is to provide our students with a secure, educational and vibrant environment. Our homestay accommodations are in safe, comfortable neighborhoods in the cities and in neighboring suburbs.

Many GEOS students return to their home country with lasting memories of the families they met and stayed with during their time overseas. Make friends that'll last a lifetime!

Our Homestay Accommodation services are provided only to our students.
student-residence

Residence - Single Room - No meals - Shared Bathroom

NZ$ 580
weekly
Age range: 18 - 60 years old
Address: 50 Gerrard Street East, Toronto, Ontario M5B 1J6, Canada
Location: In the city center of Toronto
Housing type: Student residence (off-campus)
Room type: Single-person room
Board type: No meals
Facilities: Kitchen, laundry, wireless internet, and tV room
Distance to school: 15 minutes by walk
Availability: January - December
Check-in: Sunday, after 12:00 PM
Check-out: Saturday, before 12:00 PM
NZ$ 580
Stay at our school residence if a little more independence and privacy is what you like. Our residence is full of students so you'll have a lot of opportunity to not only practice your English but also learn about a variety of other cultures. The residence is self-catering and is about a 15 minute walk from the school. Students can book either a single or double room while common areas, bathrooms, and kitchen areas are shared.

Residence - Single Room - No meals - Private Bathroom

NZ$ 837
weekly
Age range: 18 - 60 years old
Address: 50 Gerrard Street East, Toronto, Ontario M5B 1J6, Canada
Location: In the city center of Toronto
Housing type: Student residence
Room type: Single-person room
Board type: No meals
Facilities: Private bathroom, kitchen, laundry, wireless internet, and tV room
Distance to school: 15 minutes by walk
Availability: January - December
Check-in: Sunday, after 12:00 PM
Check-out: Saturday, before 12:00 PM
NZ$ 837
Stay at our school residence if a little more independence and privacy is what you like. Our residence is full of students so you'll have a lot of opportunity to not only practice your English but also learn about a variety of other cultures. The residence is self-catering and is about a 15 minute walk from the school. Students can book either a single or double room while common areas, bathrooms, and kitchen areas are shared.
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. If you wish to receive your paperwork by express mail, you will be charged C$ 75 when you register.

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 Toronto 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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