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WHY CHOOSE TO STUDY IN OUR TORONTO SCHOOL?
ADDRESS: 250-35 The Esplanade Toronto ON CanadaM5E 1Z4
PHONE: +1 (416) 364-0989
FAX: +1 (416) 364-1402
EMERGENCY CONTACT: +(416) 232-6818
AT THIS ADDRESS SINCE: 2017
PROVIDING ENGLISHCOURSES SINCE:
1988
SCHOOL DIRECTOR: Eris Brake
TOTAL NUMBER OFTEACHERS:
20+ (Full time teachers: 20+)
LANGUAGES SPOKEN BYSTAFF:
Arabic, French, Italian, Japanese,Korean, Russian, Spanish, Ukranian
TEACHERQUALIFICATIONS:
All teachers have a Bachelor's degree (orequivalent) and a recognized ESLteaching certi�cate
5 reasons to study here• Located in the heart of the business district, only a few minutes from the
CN Tower
• Situated in a modern, well-equipped building in downtown Toronto
• Offers TOEFL® and IELTS exam preparation courses
• School is an IELTS Test Center
• Enjoy weekend trips to Niagara Falls, Montreal, Boston, New York,Chicago and Quebec City
Location and contact information
School information
Accreditations and memberships
Is this school an exam center?This is an IELTS test center.
Last updated: 25 April 2018
FACT FILE
TORONTO
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NUMBER OF BUILDINGS: 1
NUMBER OF FLOORS: 1
TOTAL NUMBER OF CLASSROOMS: 15+ (Classrooms without windows: 0)
SCHOOL FACILITIES: Elevator, air conditioning, heating, Wi-Fi (free), computer lab/ multimedia center, library, self studycenter, cafeteria (no hot meals available), vending machine, parking facilities, prayer room, studentlounge/ common room, nearby gym
WHEELCHAIR / DISABLED ACCESS: Yes
EXTRA COST OF FACILITIES: Parking: $12
OTHER SERVICES PROVIDED: Airport transfer, University Placement Service (UPS), Medical Insurance
EXTRA COST OF OTHER SERVICES: Airport transfer: $125, UPS: $175 (free with 16+ week course)
NUMBER OF COMPUTERS AVAILABLE: 20
LEVELS OF ENGLISH OFFERED: Beginner, Elementary, Lower Intermediate, Intermediate, Higher Intermediate, Advanced,Pro�ciency
FIRST DAY AT SCHOOL: Orientation starts at 09:00. This includes a placement test, orientation presentations on the schooland academic programs, a tour of the local area, and the distribution of class timetables. Classesbegin the following day at 08:10 or 13:20. On their �rst day, students are expected to bring theirpassport and proof of medical insurance.
ABOUT THE SCHOOL
CLASS: 08:15 - 09:45
BREAK: 09:45 - 09:55
CLASS: 09:55 - 11:25
CLASS: 14:35 - 16:05
BREAK: 16:05 - 16:15
CLASS: 16:15 - 17:45
11:35 - 12:45 13:15 - 14:25
MATERIALS PROVIDED FOR STUDENTS:
K+ curriculum, K +notes, K +tools, K +eXtra, Chromebases, Interactivewhiteboards
IS THERE A BOOK DEPOSIT?
No
IS THERE A MATERIALS FEE?
Yes (Price: $10/week)
SAMPLE CLASS TIMETABLE
Morning Afternoon
SAMPLE SPECIFIC SKILLS CLASS TIMETABLE
Morning class(Monday to Friday)
Afternoon class(Monday to Friday)
SCHOOL MATERIALS
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COURSES PROVIDED AT THIS SCHOOL: Vacation English, General English, Intensive English, English in Action, Academic Year, AcademicSemester, English for Business, TOEFL IBT & Academic English Exam Preparation, IELTS ExamPreparation (test venue), English for Academic Pathways
SPECIAL / EXTRA COURSES PROVIDED: Different English + courses are offered throughout the year
AVERAGE NUMBER OF STUDENTS PERCLASS:
11–15
MINIMUM AGE OF STUDENTS: 16
AVERAGE AGE OF STUDENTS: 22–25
STUDENTS PER AGE GROUP: 18-21: 20% / 22-25: 60% / 26-30: 10% / Over 30: 10%
TOP 10 STUDENT NATIONALITIES: Brazil, Korea, Saudi Arabia, Japan, Turkey, Mexico, Columbia, France, Venezuela, Chile, Spain
CLOSEST AIRPORT: Toronto Pearson
Courses and students
School location and transport
By foot By bike By bus By subway/train
Time to the nearest café / restaurant: 1 minute N/A N/A N/A
Time to the nearest supermarket: 5 minutes 10 minutes N/A N/A
Time to the nearest post of�ce: 5 minutes 5 minutes N/A N/A
Time to the nearest ATM / bank: 5 minutes 5 minutes N/A N/A
Time to the nearest sports center: 1 minutes 1 minute N/A N/A
Time to the nearest hospital: 10 minutes 5 minutes N/A 10 minutes
Time to the city center: 1 minute 1 minute 1 minute 1 minute
AIRPORT TRANSPORT
Line or Number Cost Duration
Airport to city center by bus: Bus 52 or Bus 192 $3.25 60 minutes
Airport to city center by train: GO Train ("UP") $12 25 minutes
International train station to city center: N/A N/A N/A
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ABOUT TORONTO
FAMOUS LANDMARKS: St Lawrence Market, CN Tower, Rogers Centre, Fairmount Royal York Hotel, Hockey Hall of Fame
CUISINES WITHIN A 20-MINUTE WALK: American, British, Chinese, European, French, Greek, Indian, Italian, Japanese, Mexican, MiddleEastern, Seafood, Thai, Vegetarian, Morrocan, Polish, Caribbean
TRANSPORT WITHIN A 10-MINUTE WALK: Metro, bus
TOP 5 REASONS TO CHOOSE THIS CITY: One of the most diverse cities in Canada, safe atmosphere, many varied restaurants and cuisines, awide variety of cultural events (art, music, dance), many prestigious universities nearby
WHAT MAKES THIS CITY UNIQUE? Located in the heart of downtown close to restaurants and transit
ALTERNATIVE THINGS TO DO: Explore the many museums, enjoy many exciting winter activities (skiing, snowboarding) andsummer activities (canoeing, biking), experience the local cultural events
CITY PERSONALITY: Academic, active, artistic, big city, bike-friendly, business capital, creative, cultural, eco-friendly,foodie scene, friendly, green, iconic landmarks, modern, natural landscape,snowboarding or skiing,unique, vibrant, youthful
NEW YORK CITY Travel time: 8 hours, price of return ticket: $120
MONTREAL Travel time: 5 hours, price of return ticket: $120
ART GALLERY OF ONTARIO $20
CANOEING TRIP $30
POUTINE NIGHT $6
RUNNING CLUB Free
ATTEND ICE HOCKEY GAME $20
ST LAWRENCE MARKET TRIP Free
NIAGARA FALLS $55
Bottle of water: $1–2 Coffee: $2 Can of coke: $1–2
Meal out for two: $50 Takeaway pizza: $10 Sandwich: $4
Local bus ticket: $3.25 Local train ticket: $5 Bike rental: $10
Cinema ticket: $8
Examples of nearby cities to visit
Regular social activities
Typical 2-week social schedule
Days First week Second week
MON Student orientation Student orientation
TUE Half price movies Language meetup
WED International party night Art Gallery of Ontario
THU Eating beavertails (Canadiandesert)
Poutine night
FRI Running club Attend hockey game
SAT Niagara Falls French Canada tour
Number of Social activities per week: 6
LIVING COST (SAMPLE PRICES FOR ITEMS IN THIS CITY)
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RESIDENCE: ALEXANDRA HOTEL
ADDRESS: 77 Ryerson Avenue, Toronto, Ontario M5T 2V4, Canada
WEBSITE: N/A
ACCOMMODATION TYPE: Single room(s), twin room(s), en-suite bathroom(s), shower, bath, private kitchen for theapartment, study area for the apartment
SERVICES AVAILABLE: Laundry (extra charge), Wi-Fi, phone, linen and towels, cleaning service
EXTRA COST OF SERVICES: N/A
BEDROOM: TV, mini fridge, wardrobe/ closet, desk, lamp, chair
KITCHEN: Pots & pans, cooking utensils, microwave, oven, stovetop, toaster, coffee maker, mini fridge
FACILITIES: Vending/ snack machine, coin-operated laundry facilities
EXTRA COST OF FACILITIES: N/A
FAMOUS LANDMARKS NEARBY: Entertainment District, Kensington Market, Chinatown, CN Tower, Rogers Center
VISITORS OR GUESTS ALLOWED? Yes
NOISE RESTRICTIONS? Yes (From 23:00 every day)
SMOKING ALLOWED IN THE RESIDENCE? No
24-HOUR SECURITY? Yes
ROOM CLEANING: Once a week
LINEN CHANGING: Once a week
AVAILABILITY: Year-round
MINIMUM NUMBER OF WEEKS? 4 weeks
CHECK-IN AND CHECK-OUT TIMES: Check-in: 15:00 / Check-out: 10:00
ROOM DEPOSIT? Yes, Price: $250
Accommodation in Toronto
Location and transport
By foot By bike By bus By subway/train
Time to the school (Toronto): 25 minutes 15 minutes 20 minutes N/A
Time to the nearest café / restaurant: 5 minutes N/A N/A N/A
Time to the nearest supermarket: 10 minutes N/A 5 minutes N/A
Time to the nearest post of�ce: 25 minutes 15 minutes 10 minutes 10 minutes
Time to the nearest ATM / bank: 5 minutes 5 minutes N/A N/A
Time to the nearest sports center: 20 minutes 15 minutes 10 minutes N/A
Time to the nearest hospital: 35 minutes 15 minutes 20 minutes N/A
Time to the city center: 3 minutes N/A N/A N/A
Time to the main airport: N/A 95 minutes 70 minutes 65 minutes
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RESIDENCE: CAMPUSONE
ADDRESS: 253 College Street, Toronto, Ontario, M5T 1R5
WEBSITE: N/A
ACCOMMODATION TYPE: Student halls, 4-bedroom apartment, single room(s), shared bathroom(s) in the apartment, mixedfemale and male bathrooms, 2 bathrooms, shower, communal kitchen for the halls/ hostel, lounge/common area for the apartment, study area for the apartment, dining area for the halls/ hostel, TVin the common area, Net�ix
SERVICES AVAILABLE: Laundry (extra charge), Wi-Fi, linen and towels, cleaning service, 21 meals provided per week(September–May), no meals provided in the summer months, meal availability may be limited oncampus holidays
EXTRA COST OF SERVICES: Card operated laundry: $2.75 wash, $2.50 dry (minimum load: $10)
Wardrobe/ closet, desk, chair
KITCHEN: Pots & pans, cooking utensils, microwave, oven, stovetop, fridge, dishwasher, vacuum cleaner
FACILITIES: Gym, sports center, canteen/cafeteria/restaurant, vending/ snack machine, grocery store, outdoorspace, laundry facilites, bike room
EXTRA COST OF FACILITIES:
FAMOUS LANDMARKS NEARBY: Chinatown, CN Tower, Rogers Center, Art of Gallery of Ontario, University of Toronto
VISITORS OR GUESTS ALLOWED? Yes
NOISE RESTRICTIONS? Yes
SMOKING ALLOWED IN THE RESIDENCE? No
24-HOUR SECURITY? Yes
ROOMS CLEANED EVERY: Cleaned on arrival, students are responsible for cleaning their own rooms, common areas will becleaned on a bi-weekly basis
LINEN CHANGED EVERY: Linen cleaned on arrival, students are responsible for cleaning their own linen
AVAILABILITY: Year round
MINIMUM NUMBER OF WEEKS? No minimum
CHECK-IN AND CHECK-OUT TIMES Check-in: 16:00 / Check-out: 10:00
ROOM DEPOSIT? No
Accommodation in Toronto
Location and transport
By foot By bike By bus By subway/train
Time to the school: 40 minutes 16 minutes 33 minutes 20 minutes
Time to the nearest café / restaurant: 2 minutes N/A N/A N/A
Time to the nearest supermarket: 5 minutes N/A N/A N/A
Time to the nearest post of�ce: 5 minutes N/A N/A N/A
Time to the nearest ATM / bank: 5 minutes N/A N/A N/A
Time to the nearest sports center: 2 minutes N/A N/A N/A
Time to the nearest hospital: 30 minutes 11 minutes 20 minutes 20 minutes
Time to the city center: 5 minutes N/A N/A N/A
Time to the main airport: N/A 90 minutes 63 minutes 60 minutes
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RESIDENCE: TARTU RESIDENCE
ADDRESS: 310 Bloor Street West, Toronto, ON, M5S 1W4
WEBSITE: N/A
ACCOMMODATION TYPE: Each apartment has 6 single rooms and 3 shared bathrooms/showers (bathrooms are male orfemale only). There is also a common area, lounge, and study area for each apartment. There are 2room types: Basic (not yet updated) and Regular (updated)
SERVICES AVAILABLE: Laundry (extra charge), Wi-Fi, linen and towels
EXTRA COST OF SERVICES: Students are responsible for the cleanliness in their suites, which includes disposing of theirgarbage, and recycling via 'blue boxes' in the garbage disposal chute room. Common areas of thebuilding are maintained weekly by Tartu's Housekeeping Staff (free of charge)
BEDROOM: Wardrobe/ closet, desk, chair
KITCHEN: Microwave, oven, stovetop, mini fridge
FACILITIES: Canteen/ cafeteria/ restaurant, coin-operated laundry facilities
EXTRA COST OF FACILITIES: N/A
FAMOUS LANDMARKS NEARBY: University of Toronto, Toronto Koreatown, Christie Pits Park, Yorkville
VISITORS OR GUESTS ALLOWED? Yes
NOISE RESTRICTIONS? Yes (From 23:00 every day)
SMOKING ALLOWED IN THE RESIDENCE? No
24-HOUR SECURITY? Yes
ROOM CLEANING: Cleaned on arrival, students responsible for keeping the common area tidy
LINEN CHANGING: Linen cleaned on arrival, students responsible for cleaning their own linen
AVAILABILITY: Available during summer months only (June–August)
MINIMUM NUMBER OF WEEKS? 2 weeks
CHECK-IN AND CHECK-OUT TIMES: Check-in: 16:00 / Check-out: 10:00
ROOM DEPOSIT? No
Accommodation in Toronto
Location and transport
By foot By bike By bus By subway/train
Time to the school (Toronto): 50 minutes 20 minutes N/A 20 minutes
Time to the nearest café / restaurant: 5 minutes N/A N/A N/A
Time to the nearest supermarket: 5 minutes N/A N/A N/A
Time to the nearest post of�ce: 5 minutes N/A N/A N/A
Time to the nearest ATM / bank: 5 minutes N/A N/A N/A
Time to the nearest sports center: 5 minutes N/A N/A N/A
Time to the nearest hospital: 45 minutes 20 minutes 40 minutes 25 minutes
Time to the city center: 35 minutes N/A N/A 15 minutes
Time to the main airport: N/A N/A 40 minutes 45 minutes
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RESIDENCE: HOST FAMILY INFORMATION
THINGS STUDENTS NEED TO BRING: Toiletries, personal items to make student's room feel like home, prescription medication, phonecard, a small gift for the host family (not required)
SERVICES INCLUDED: Bed linen, towels, telephone use for emergencies, students need to make sure to discuss laundrywith their host family after you arrive as laundry facilities will depend on your individual homestay.
EXTRA COST OF SERVICES: No
MEALS PROVIDED: Yes (depends on booking type)
• BREAKFAST: Breakfast is usually a light meal consisting of cereal, fruit, toast, juice, orcoffee. Hosts will usually ask you to prepare your own breakfast.
• LUNCH: You will be responsible for buying your own lunch at school, from a localrestaurant, or the local shops.
• DINNER: You will usually eat dinner with your host, or occasionally you may prepareyour own meal with food supplied by your host.
WILL THE HOMESTAY ARRANGE TO PICKUP THE STUDENT FROM THE AIRPORT?
No
TRANSPORT TO SCHOOL: Your host will help you to �nd your way to and from school on your �rst day and will show you howto use public transport.
WHERE ARE THE HOST FAMILIESLOCATED?
Uptown, Downtown, Midtown, East End, West End, East York
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: Homestays are 45–60 minutes of commute time to the school.
Accommodation in Toronto
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