Toronto, EC
Toronto EC
4.2/5 136 ratings

English school in Toronto: EC

ESL group awards ESL certificate of excellence
From 470.- CAD
approx 270.- GBP
There is currently 1 special offer
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Key points

  • Dedicated courses for students aged 30+, with communicative approach focussing on language output
  • Wide choice of exam preparation courses
  • Excellent nationality mix
  • Fully equipped centre with modern, comfortable facilities
  • Safe and welcoming city offering easy access to major Canadian and US cities

The school

Levels
Beginner to Advanced
Exams
Cambridge (FCE, CAE), TOEIC, TOEFL, IELTS
School size
L
Accommodation
Host family, Residence, Shared apartment
Disabled access
Disabled access at school
Wifi
WiFi is free

The students

Minimum age
16 years
Average age
23 years
Nationality mix
Brazil, Japan, South Korea, etc..
ratings
136 authentic opinions

Located in a modern building in Midtown Toronto, our partner school enjoys an ideal location. With bus and metro stops right around the corner, students have all of Toronto right at their fingertips! In the 22 spacious and bright classrooms, skilled teachers provide high quality language classes. You can use the many internet-ready computers and Wi-Fi throughout the building to keep in touch with your family and friends back home. A student lounge, study room and relaxation room are also available to you. Renowned for its cultural and dynamic atmosphere, the course centre is surrounded by bars, restaurants and cafés where you can have a bite with your new friends from all over the world!

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Choosing the right course for you

Our table of levels can help you choose the right duration to achieve your objectives.

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Included in the price

  • Level and needs assessment
  • Access to e-learning platform
  • Welcome activity
  • Orange Carpet Experience
  • Optional language workshops
  • Learning progress monitoring
  • End-of-course report and certificate
  • Activity programme

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Standard course

Beginner to Advanced, 1 - 48 week(s)
1 week(s) - From CAD 470.-
(about GBP 270.-)
Lessons
20 of 45 minutes
Course duration
1 - 48 week(s)
Levels
Beginner to Advanced
Students/class
max. 15
Minimum age
16 years
Schedule
08:15-11:30 or 15:15 - 18:30 (“zigzag” schedule)

Schedule may vary depending on student’s level and time of year.
Course info
week(s)
Without accomodation
Host family, single room, half board
Shared apartment, single room, no meals
1
470
970
1065
2
810
1590
1780
3
1150
2210
2495
4
1490
2830
3210
8
2850
5310
6070
12
4030
7610
8750
16
5330
10030
11550
24
7690
14630
16910
Extra week (24+)
315
595
690
All prices are in CAD.   CAD 1 ≈ GBP 0.6   (Not-binding exchange rate)
Options/Extras
Other accommodation options
Starting dates
Every week, throughout the year
Bank holidays
01.01 / 18.02 / 19.04 / 20.05 / 01.07 / 05.08 / 02.09 / 14.10 / 11.11 / 25.12 / 26.12.2019

Arrival day: Saturday prior to course start
Departure: Saturday following course end

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Semi-intensive course

Beginner to Advanced, 1 - 48 week(s)
1 week(s) - From CAD 500.-
(about GBP 287.-)
Lessons
24 of 45 minutes
Course duration
1 - 48 week(s)
Levels
Beginner to Advanced
Students/class
max. 15
Minimum age
16 years
Schedule
08:15-11:30 + 11:45-13:15 2x/week or 15:15 - 18:30 + 13:30 - 15:00 2x/week (“zigzag” schedule)

Schedule may vary depending on student’s level and time of year.
Course info
week(s)
Without accomodation
Host family, single room, half board
Shared apartment, single room, no meals
1
500
1000
1095
2
870
1650
1840
3
1240
2300
2585
4
1610
2950
3330
8
3090
5550
6310
12
4390
7970
9110
16
5810
10510
12030
24
8290
15230
17510
Extra week (24+)
340
620
715
All prices are in CAD.   CAD 1 ≈ GBP 0.6   (Not-binding exchange rate)
Options/Extras
Other accommodation options
Starting dates
Every week, throughout the year
Bank holidays
01.01 / 18.02 / 19.04 / 20.05 / 01.07 / 05.08 / 02.09 / 14.10 / 11.11 / 25.12 / 26.12.2019

Arrival day: Saturday prior to course start
Departure: Saturday following course end

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Intensive course

Beginner to Advanced, 1 - 48 week(s)
1 week(s) - From CAD 540.-
(about GBP 310.-)
Lessons
30 of 45 minutes
Course duration
1 - 48 week(s)
Levels
Beginner to Advanced
Students/class
max. 15
Minimum age
16 years
Schedule
08:15-13:15 or 13:30 - 18:30 (“zigzag” schedule)

Schedule may vary depending on student’s level and time of year.
Course info
week(s)
Without accomodation
Host family, single room, half board
Shared apartment, single room, no meals
1
540
1040
1135
2
950
1730
1920
3
1360
2420
2705
4
1770
3110
3490
8
3410
5870
6630
12
4870
8450
9590
16
6450
11150
12670
24
9250
16190
18470
Extra week (24+)
380
660
755
All prices are in CAD.   CAD 1 ≈ GBP 0.6   (Not-binding exchange rate)
Options/Extras
Other accommodation options
Starting dates
Every week, throughout the year
Bank holidays
01.01 / 18.02 / 19.04 / 20.05 / 01.07 / 05.08 / 02.09 / 14.10 / 11.11 / 25.12 / 26.12.2019

Arrival day: Saturday prior to course start
Departure: Saturday following course end

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English for Work

Lower intermediate to Advanced, 1 - 23 week(s)
1 week(s) - From CAD 540.-
(about GBP 310.-)
Lessons
30 of 45 minutes
(20 général + 10 English for Work)
Course duration
1 - 23 week(s)
Levels
Lower intermediate to Advanced
Students/class
max. 15
Minimum age
16 years
Schedule
08:15-13:15 or 13:30 - 18:30 (“zigzag” schedule)

Schedule may vary depending on student’s level and time of year.
Course info
week(s)
Without accomodation
Host family, single room, half board
Shared apartment, single room, no meals
1
540
1040
1135
2
950
1730
1920
3
1360
2420
2705
4
1770
3110
3490
8
3410
5870
6630
12
4870
8450
9590
16
6450
11150
12670
Extra week (16+)
395
675
770
All prices are in CAD.   CAD 1 ≈ GBP 0.6   (Not-binding exchange rate)
Options/Extras
Other accommodation options
Starting dates
Every week, throughout the year
Bank holidays
01.01 / 18.02 / 19.04 / 20.05 / 01.07 / 05.08 / 02.09 / 14.10 / 11.11 / 25.12 / 26.12.2019

Arrival day: Saturday prior to course start
Departure: Saturday following course end

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English in the City

Beginner to Advanced, 1 - 10 week(s)
1 week(s) - From CAD 540.-
(about GBP 310.-)
Lessons
30 of 45 minutes
(20 general + 10 English in the City)
Course duration
1 - 10 week(s)
Levels
Beginner to Advanced
Students/class
max. 15
Minimum age
16 years
Schedule
08:15-13:15 or 13:30 - 18:30 (“zigzag” schedule)

Schedule may vary depending on student’s level and time of year.
Available in London, Toronto and New York, the programme will give you a solid foundation for professional success through exposure to authentic professional situations in the English-speaking business world. You will come home with a local employer reference, an increased international network and an excellent command of English: three assets to increase your career prospects! The programme includes two independent modules of 8 weeks each. Module 1 : « Business Essentials »
Module 2 : « Career Skills in Action »
More information about this program
Course info
week(s)
Without accomodation
Host family, single room, half board
Shared apartment, single room, no meals
1
540
1040
1135
2
950
1730
1920
3
1360
2420
2705
4
1770
3110
3490
6
2590
4490
5060
8
3410
5870
6630
Extra week (8+)
410
690
785
All prices are in CAD.   CAD 1 ≈ GBP 0.6   (Not-binding exchange rate)
Options/Extras
Other accommodation options
Starting dates
Every week, throughout the year
Bank holidays
01.01 / 18.02 / 19.04 / 20.05 / 01.07 / 05.08 / 02.09 / 14.10 / 11.11 / 25.12 / 26.12.2019

Arrival day: Saturday prior to course start
Departure: Saturday following course end

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Cambridge course (FCE), 20 lessons/week

Upper intermediate to Advanced, 8 week(s)
8 week(s) - From CAD 2850.-
(about GBP 1637.-)
Lessons
20 of 45 minutes
Course duration
8 week(s)
+ 1 Extra week(s) of accommodation (Exams)
Levels
Upper intermediate to Advanced
Students/class
max. 15
Minimum age
16 years
Schedule
08:15-11:30 or 15:15 - 18:30 (“zigzag” schedule)

Schedule may vary depending on student’s level and time of year.
Available in London, Toronto and New York, the programme will give you a solid foundation for professional success through exposure to authentic professional situations in the English-speaking business world. You will come home with a local employer reference, an increased international network and an excellent command of English: three assets to increase your career prospects! The programme includes two independent modules of 8 weeks each. Module 1 : « Business Essentials »
Module 2 : « Career Skills in Action »
More information about this program
Course info
week(s)
Without accomodation
Host family, single room, half board
Shared apartment, single room, no meals
8+1
2850
5590
6445
All prices are in CAD.   CAD 1 ≈ GBP 0.6   (Not-binding exchange rate)
Options/Extras
Other accommodation options
Starting dates 8 wk
15.04 / 07.10.2019
Bank holidays
01.01 / 18.02 / 19.04 / 20.05 / 01.07 / 05.08 / 02.09 / 14.10 / 11.11 / 25.12 / 26.12.2019

Arrival day: Saturday prior to course start
Departure: Saturday following course end

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Cambridge course (FCE), 20 lessons/week

Intermediate to Advanced, 12 week(s)
12 week(s) - From CAD 4030.-
(about GBP 2314.-)
Lessons
20 of 45 minutes
Course duration
12 week(s)
+ 1 Extra week(s) of accommodation (Exams)
Levels
Intermediate to Advanced
Students/class
max. 15
Minimum age
16 years
Schedule
08:15-11:30 or 15:15 - 18:30 (“zigzag” schedule)

Schedule may vary depending on student’s level and time of year.
Available in London, Toronto and New York, the programme will give you a solid foundation for professional success through exposure to authentic professional situations in the English-speaking business world. You will come home with a local employer reference, an increased international network and an excellent command of English: three assets to increase your career prospects! The programme includes two independent modules of 8 weeks each. Module 1 : « Business Essentials »
Module 2 : « Career Skills in Action »
More information about this program
Course info
week(s)
Without accomodation
Host family, single room, half board
Shared apartment, single room, no meals
12+1
4030
7890
9125
All prices are in CAD.   CAD 1 ≈ GBP 0.6   (Not-binding exchange rate)
Options/Extras
Other accommodation options
Starting dates 12 wk
18.03 / 09.09.2019
Bank holidays
01.01 / 18.02 / 19.04 / 20.05 / 01.07 / 05.08 / 02.09 / 14.10 / 11.11 / 25.12 / 26.12.2019

Arrival day: Saturday prior to course start
Departure: Saturday following course end

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Cambridge course (FCE) 30 lessons/week

Upper intermediate to Advanced, 8 week(s)
8 week(s) - From CAD 3410.-
(about GBP 1958.-)
Lessons
30 of 45 minutes
Course duration
8 week(s)
+ 1 Extra week(s) of accommodation (Exams)
Levels
Upper intermediate to Advanced
Students/class
max. 15
Minimum age
16 years
Schedule
08:15-13:15 or 13:30 - 18:30 (“zigzag” schedule)

Schedule may vary depending on student’s level and time of year.
Available in London, Toronto and New York, the programme will give you a solid foundation for professional success through exposure to authentic professional situations in the English-speaking business world. You will come home with a local employer reference, an increased international network and an excellent command of English: three assets to increase your career prospects! The programme includes two independent modules of 8 weeks each. Module 1 : « Business Essentials »
Module 2 : « Career Skills in Action »
More information about this program
Course info
week(s)
Without accomodation
Host family, single room, half board
Shared apartment, single room, no meals
8+1
3410
6150
7005
All prices are in CAD.   CAD 1 ≈ GBP 0.6   (Not-binding exchange rate)
Options/Extras
Other accommodation options
Starting dates 8 wk
15.04 / 07.10.2019
Bank holidays
01.01 / 18.02 / 19.04 / 20.05 / 01.07 / 05.08 / 02.09 / 14.10 / 11.11 / 25.12 / 26.12.2019

Arrival day: Saturday prior to course start
Departure: Saturday following course end

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Cambridge course (FCE) 30 lessons/week

Intermediate to Advanced, 12 week(s)
12 week(s) - From CAD 4870.-
(about GBP 2797.-)
Lessons
30 of 45 minutes
Course duration
12 week(s)
+ 1 Extra week(s) of accommodation (Exams)
Levels
Intermediate to Advanced
Students/class
max. 15
Minimum age
16 years
Schedule
08:15-13:15 or 13:30 - 18:30 (“zigzag” schedule)

Schedule may vary depending on student’s level and time of year.
Available in London, Toronto and New York, the programme will give you a solid foundation for professional success through exposure to authentic professional situations in the English-speaking business world. You will come home with a local employer reference, an increased international network and an excellent command of English: three assets to increase your career prospects! The programme includes two independent modules of 8 weeks each. Module 1 : « Business Essentials »
Module 2 : « Career Skills in Action »
More information about this program
Course info
week(s)
Without accomodation
Host family, single room, half board
Shared apartment, single room, no meals
12+1
4870
8730
9965
All prices are in CAD.   CAD 1 ≈ GBP 0.6   (Not-binding exchange rate)
Options/Extras
Other accommodation options
Starting dates 12 wk
18.03 / 09.09.2019
Bank holidays
01.01 / 18.02 / 19.04 / 20.05 / 01.07 / 05.08 / 02.09 / 14.10 / 11.11 / 25.12 / 26.12.2019

Arrival day: Saturday prior to course start
Departure: Saturday following course end

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Cambridge course (CAE) 20 lessons/week

Upper intermediate to Advanced, 8 / 12 week(s)
8 week(s) - From CAD 2850.-
(about GBP 1637.-)
Lessons
20 of 45 minutes
Course duration
8 / 12 week(s)
+ 1 Extra week(s) of accommodation (Exams)
Levels
Upper intermediate to Advanced
Students/class
max. 15
Minimum age
16 years
Schedule
08:15-11:30 or 15:15 - 18:30 (“zigzag” schedule)

Schedule may vary depending on student’s level and time of year.
Available in London, Toronto and New York, the programme will give you a solid foundation for professional success through exposure to authentic professional situations in the English-speaking business world. You will come home with a local employer reference, an increased international network and an excellent command of English: three assets to increase your career prospects! The programme includes two independent modules of 8 weeks each. Module 1 : « Business Essentials »
Module 2 : « Career Skills in Action »
More information about this program
Course info
week(s)
Without accomodation
Host family, single room, half board
Shared apartment, single room, no meals
8+1
2850
5590
6445
12+1
4030
7890
9125
All prices are in CAD.   CAD 1 ≈ GBP 0.6   (Not-binding exchange rate)
Options/Extras
Other accommodation options
Starting dates 8 wk
15.04 / 07.10.2019
Starting dates 12 wk
18.03 / 09.09.2019
Bank holidays
01.01 / 18.02 / 19.04 / 20.05 / 01.07 / 05.08 / 02.09 / 14.10 / 11.11 / 25.12 / 26.12.2019

Arrival day: Saturday prior to course start
Departure: Saturday following course end

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Cambridge course (CAE) 30 lessons/week

Upper intermediate to Advanced, 8 / 12 week(s)
8 week(s) - From CAD 3410.-
(about GBP 1958.-)
Lessons
30 of 45 minutes
Course duration
8 / 12 week(s)
+ 1 Extra week(s) of accommodation (Exams)
Levels
Upper intermediate to Advanced
Students/class
max. 15
Minimum age
16 years
Schedule
08:15-13:15 or 13:30 - 18:30 (“zigzag” schedule)

Schedule may vary depending on student’s level and time of year.
Available in London, Toronto and New York, the programme will give you a solid foundation for professional success through exposure to authentic professional situations in the English-speaking business world. You will come home with a local employer reference, an increased international network and an excellent command of English: three assets to increase your career prospects! The programme includes two independent modules of 8 weeks each. Module 1 : « Business Essentials »
Module 2 : « Career Skills in Action »
More information about this program
Course info
week(s)
Without accomodation
Host family, single room, half board
Shared apartment, single room, no meals
8+1
3410
6150
7005
12+1
4870
8730
9965
All prices are in CAD.   CAD 1 ≈ GBP 0.6   (Not-binding exchange rate)
Options/Extras
Other accommodation options
Starting dates 8 wk
15.04 / 07.10.2019
Starting dates 12 wk
18.03 / 09.09.2019
Bank holidays
01.01 / 18.02 / 19.04 / 20.05 / 01.07 / 05.08 / 02.09 / 14.10 / 11.11 / 25.12 / 26.12.2019

Arrival day: Saturday prior to course start
Departure: Saturday following course end

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TOEIC course

Intermediate to Advanced, 4 - 23 week(s)
4 week(s) - From CAD 1490.-
(about GBP 856.-)
Lessons
20 of 45 minutes
Course duration
4 - 23 week(s)
Levels
Intermediate to Advanced
Students/class
max. 18
Minimum age
16 years
Schedule
08:15-11:30 or 15:15 - 18:30 (“zigzag” schedule)

Schedule may vary depending on student’s level and time of year.
Course info
week(s)
Without accomodation
Host family, single room, half board
Shared apartment, single room, no meals
4
1490
2830
3210
6
2170
4070
4640
8
2850
5310
6070
10
3530
6550
7500
12
4030
7610
8750
16
5330
10030
11550
Extra week (16+)
325
605
700
All prices are in CAD.   CAD 1 ≈ GBP 0.6   (Not-binding exchange rate)
Options/Extras
Other accommodation options
Starting dates
Every week, throughout the year
Bank holidays
01.01 / 18.02 / 19.04 / 20.05 / 01.07 / 05.08 / 02.09 / 14.10 / 11.11 / 25.12 / 26.12.2019

Arrival day: Saturday prior to course start
Departure: Saturday following course end

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TOEFL course

Intermediate to Advanced, 4 - 23 week(s)
4 week(s) - From CAD 1490.-
(about GBP 856.-)
Lessons
20 of 45 minutes
Course duration
4 - 23 week(s)
Levels
Intermediate to Advanced
Students/class
max. 18
Minimum age
16 years
Schedule
08:15-11:30 or 15:15 - 18:30 (“zigzag” schedule)

Schedule may vary depending on student’s level and time of year.
Course info
week(s)
Without accomodation
Host family, single room, half board
Shared apartment, single room, no meals
4
1490
2830
3210
6
2170
4070
4640
8
2850
5310
6070
12
4030
7610
8750
16
5330
10030
11550
Extra week (16+)
325
605
700
All prices are in CAD.   CAD 1 ≈ GBP 0.6   (Not-binding exchange rate)
Options/Extras
Other accommodation options
Starting dates
Every week, throughout the year
Bank holidays
01.01 / 18.02 / 19.04 / 20.05 / 01.07 / 05.08 / 02.09 / 14.10 / 11.11 / 25.12 / 26.12.2019

Arrival day: Saturday prior to course start
Departure: Saturday following course end

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IELTS course

Intermediate to Advanced, 4 - 23 week(s)
4 week(s) - From CAD 1490.-
(about GBP 856.-)
Lessons
20 of 45 minutes
Course duration
4 - 23 week(s)
Levels
Intermediate to Advanced
Students/class
max. 18
Minimum age
16 years
Schedule
08:15-11:30 or 15:15 - 18:30 (“zigzag” schedule)

Schedule may vary depending on student’s level and time of year.
Available in London, Toronto and New York, the programme will give you a solid foundation for professional success through exposure to authentic professional situations in the English-speaking business world. You will come home with a local employer reference, an increased international network and an excellent command of English: three assets to increase your career prospects! The programme includes two independent modules of 8 weeks each. Module 1 : « Business Essentials »
Module 2 : « Career Skills in Action »
More information about this program
Course info
week(s)
Without accomodation
Host family, single room, half board
Shared apartment, single room, no meals
4
1490
2830
3210
6
2170
4070
4640
8
2850
5310
6070
12
4030
7610
8750
16
5330
10030
11550
Extra week (16+)
325
605
700
All prices are in CAD.   CAD 1 ≈ GBP 0.6   (Not-binding exchange rate)
Options/Extras
Other accommodation options
Starting dates
Every week, throughout the year
Bank holidays
01.01 / 18.02 / 19.04 / 20.05 / 01.07 / 05.08 / 02.09 / 14.10 / 11.11 / 25.12 / 26.12.2019

Arrival day: Saturday prior to course start
Departure: Saturday following course end

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Options/Extras

Administrative fee (Canadian Custodianship for under 18 years old)
If requested by Canadian Embassy 		150 CAD
One-to-one course (min. 2 lessons) (per lesson) 90 CAD
FCE Cambridge exam fee (to be paid on site) 500 CAD
CAE Cambridge exam fee (to be paid on site) 500 CAD
IELTS exam fee (to be paid on site) 319 CAD
Exam fees to be paid online, http://www.ets.org/toefl (TOEFL) 245 CAD
TOEIC exam fee (to be paid on-site) 95 CAD
Supplement Course high season (per wk.) (17.06-13.09.2019) 20 CAD
Supplement Accommodation high season (per wk.) (15.06-14.09.2019: between 25 CAD and 55 CAD per week)
Consult our online price calculator
Airport pick-up and drop-off (-18 obligatory) 230 CAD
Airport transfer (YYZ - one-way) 115 CAD
Visa fee (Courier fee) 80 CAD

Free services offered by EC schools

EC offers you a range of services free of charge, including conversation and pronunciation clubs, sightseeing visits, sports and cultural activities, discussions around a cup of coffee, a drink or a meal, movie evenings, outings and welcome parties for new students.

Contact us for more information concerning the free academic extras offered at EC Toronto.

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Course info

100% authentic opinions

These students attended a course in this school through ESL – Language studies abroad and their evaluation has been checked. Students' opinions don't necessarily correspond to those of ESL – Language studies abroad, but reflect the individual experience of those participants. This is meant to provide you with further information about this school.

4.2/5
Overall rating

98% of students recommending this school

Destination
/ 5
School
/ 5
Accommodation
/ 5
Value for money
/ 5
Teaching
/ 5
Leisure
/ 5

136 students gave their opinion about this school

23 years old - Germany
/ 5
4 weeks, January – February 2019
Value for money (4 / 5)
Destination (5 / 5)
Overall impression of the city
Overall impression of the country
Overall impression of the trip
School (4.8 / 5)
School location
School facilities
Classrooms
Nationality mix
Teaching (5 / 5)
Course materials
Relations with the teachers
Classroom atmosphere
Accommodation (4.8 / 5) (Residence)
Bedroom
Shower / Bathroom
Meals
Leisure (5 / 5)
Leisure activities offered by the school
Trips offered by the school
Staff availability
19 years old - Colombia
/ 5
La verdad fue una experiencia súper enriquecedora. Conocí demasiada gente diferentes culturas aprendes el ingles 100% Recomiendo ESL para todos los intercambios en el extranjero
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24 weeks, August 2018 – January 2019
Value for money (5 / 5)
Destination (5 / 5)
Overall impression of the city
Overall impression of the country
Overall impression of the trip
School (4.8 / 5)
School location
School facilities
Classrooms
Nationality mix
Teaching (5 / 5)
Course materials
Relations with the teachers
Classroom atmosphere
Accommodation (5 / 5) (Host family)
Bedroom
Shower / Bathroom
Meals
Leisure (5 / 5)
Leisure activities offered by the school
Trips offered by the school
Staff availability
18 years old - New Caledonia
/ 5
Je sais pas si c'est moi qui ai été malchanceux mais le métro était souvent bloqué ce qui inclut de longues heures de marche et dans le froid du Canada évidemment c'est plus pénible. A part ça la ville est super même si tout parait loin vu la taille, mais cela veut aussi dire que il y a tout ce que tu veux trouver. Beaucoup de coréens et de brésiliens mais tous très gentils et l'écoles est super avec des infrastructures modernes.
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3 weeks, November – December 2018
Value for money (4 / 5)
Destination (4 / 5)
Overall impression of the city
Overall impression of the country
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School (4 / 5)
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« J'ai amélioré mon anglais et ai maintenant capable de lire un livre d'anglais parfaitement fluidement »
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« Les professeurs et les étudiants, on est très bien accueilli et cela joue beaucoup surtout au début pour le dépaysagement. »
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22 years old - France
/ 5
8 weeks, October – December 2018
Value for money (4 / 5)
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19 years old - Switzerland
/ 5
Im Vorbereitungskurs für das CAE hat es mir ehrlich gesagt zu viele Schweizer..
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14 weeks, September – December 2018
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22 years old - Spain
/ 5
Estuve 7 meses y durante mi viaje he tenido dos compañeros de habla hispana.muchos compañeros que estuvieron en homestay tenían compañeros de la misma nacionalidad.
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28 weeks, April – November 2018
Value for money (3 / 5)
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26 years old - Canada
/ 5
1 week, October 2018
Value for money (4 / 5)
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18 years old - Switzerland
/ 5
Meistens wir Koreanisch oder Japanisch geredet.
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2 weeks, September – October 2018
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22 years old - Italy
/ 5
4 weeks, August – September 2018
Value for money (5 / 5)
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19 years old - Switzerland
/ 5
Klassenräume waren manchmal zu klein für die Anzahl Schüler. Ebenfalls wurden einige Räume extrem gekühlt, so hat man gefroren auch mit Jacke.
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11 weeks, July – September 2018
Value for money (4 / 5)
Destination (3.7 / 5)
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Do you think you've made progress?
« Ich denke, dass ich Fortschritte erzielt habe. Ich konnte während meines Aufenthaltes im Level aufsteigen. »
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« Kleine Klassen mit abwechslungsreichem Unterricht. Der Unterricht bestand nicht nur aus Grammatik. Es war ein guter Mix. »
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Testimonials

José Vicente Masía Hervás
José Vicente Masía Hervás
EC, Toronto
Duration: 10 weeks

I’ve been studying English in Toronto for 10 weeks now, and it’s been a great experience. I met a lot of people and got to practice my English. I refreshed my language skills and am no longer afraid to speak the language.

I’m very happy with the school and its location. EC English is a good option, with excellent teachers and a great staff. They are very supportive and helpful.

I like Toronto because it’s a great city – very beautiful and multicultural. You can do all kind of activities here and everyone is very friendly.

Personally, I loved this experience.

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Host family
Our partner school selects the host families with great care. They live about an hour from the course centre, whether by bus or metro, and offer a warm welcome, a single bedroom, half-board (breakfast and dinner) along with an enriching language and cultural exchange. The bathroom and common areas of the house are shared with the other members of the family. Staying with a host family means you can enjoy a safe environment and speak English continuously, from morning till evening. Some families offer private bathrooms (extra charge). Once a week, you may use the family’s laundry facilities.

Note: It is compulsory for students under 18 to stay in a single room, to book airport transfers and require a parental consent form. Students should also provide a custodianship letter if requested by the Embassy.

Sherbourne standard shared apartment (minimum stay: 4 weeks)
Enjoy this lively area and all its bars, restaurants and art galleries! This modern, shared apartment features 3 single bedrooms, a shared bathroom, a fully equipped kitchen and a living room with TV and Netflix. Bed linen is provided, but students will have to bring their own towels. The Wi-Fi, the cleaning service and the air-conditioning are free of charge. The residence also includes laundry facilities, a fitness centre, a yoga room and a theatre room. The school is 25 minutes away by metro.

Harrington comfort shared apartments (minimum stay: 4 weeks)
Located in the lively area of Davisville, in Midtown Toronto, these 2-bedroom apartments offer single rooms with shared or private bathroom and a lot of storage room. Bed linen is provided, but not towels. Wi-Fi is free, the laundry facilities are coin operated, and the common rooms are cleaned regularly. Meet the other students in the living room (with TV and Netflix!) or in the fully equipped kitchen and relax in the indoor pool and sauna! The language school is 15 minutes away by metro (and 20 minutes on foot).

Parkside superior residence (from 18 years)
Less than 25 minutes from the school by metro, in the centre of the city, this residence offers everything you'll need during your stay. In a 2-bedroom apartment, you'll have your own fully furnished room and will share the living room (with a TV) and bathroom with another student. Enjoy, amongst other amenities, the gaming room, the gym, the study rooms and bike storage. Bed linen is provided, but not towels. Free Wi-Fi and a laundry room (for pay) are also available.

Note: Full board is offered from September to April and breakfast only from May to September. There are communal kitchens in the residence.

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Chestnut comfort summer residence (min. stay 4 weeks; available 04.05-17.08.2019)
Modern, spacious and bright, you’ll love this residence right in the heart of Downtown Toronto! You’ll have your own private room complete with an en suite bathroom and free soap, shampoo and bed linens (bring towels). Rooms are cleaned weekly, and there are card-operated laundry facilities in the building. Breakfast is included, and you can also hang out with your fellow residents in the top floor lounge with sofas and a big-screen TV or at the onsite gym. When it’s time to go to class, the language school is only 25 minutes.

CCNM Residence

General information

CCNM residence is located in Toronto's North York Area. This quiet, residential area offers lots of amenities, including a large shopping centre, grocery stores, and restaurants. There are a number of beautiful parks near the residence, including the Betty Sutherland Trail Park. The residence is only a few minutes walking distance from the subway, which makes travelling to school and other parts of the city very easy. Toronto's Fairview Mall is just one subway stop away from the residence and features a movie theatre, food court, and brand-name stores.

School distance

Door-to-door travel time:
30 minutes
Means of transportation:
Metro (TTC)
Average public transport cost:
Adult Monthly Metropass (discounted): 134 CAD
Walking distance to public transport:
5 minutes

Walking Distance

Supermarket:
30 minutes
Coffee shops:
8 minutes
Restaurants:
8 minutes
Shops:
8 minutes
Pharmacy:
35 minutes

Availability

All year round
Minimum age : 18+

Arrival and departure

Check-in / Check-out
Saturday from 15:00
Saturday until 11:00
Entry card (building)
Key (building)
Code (building)
Staff on-site 24h
Deposit

Meals

Use of kitchen
Meal-plan

Facilities

Reception desk
Smoking area
Cafeteria
From 7:30am to 5:00pm - 10 CAD / meal
Shared kitchen
Oven, microwave, sink
Oven
Microwave
Cutlery available
Vending machine
Laundry
Wash: 2,25 CAD Dry: 1,75 CAD
Common area/lounge
Wi-Fi internet access
Free access
Cable internet access
TV in common room
DVD-player in common room
Balcony/terrace
Garden
BBQ area
Wheelchair accessible
The building is wheelchair accessible, but the rooms and bathrooms are not fully wheelchair accessible.
Parking (cars)
90 CAD / month
Parking (bicycles)
Swimming pool
Gym
No extra cost.

Room types and facilities

Single
198 rooms
min.: 0 m2/ max.: 11 m2
Air conditioning
Heating
Smoking
Duvet and pillow provided
Bed sheets provided
Towels provided
Toilet paper
Ensuite toilet
Ensuite shower
Wash basin
Shared toilets
aprox. 6 students / toilet
Shared showers
aprox. 5 students / shower
Cleaning
Common areas and bathrooms are cleaned daily
Desk
Wardrobe
Cooking facilities
Microwave
TV
Wi-Fi internet access
Cable internet access
Floor
Linoleum
Balcony
Safe deposit box
Room key provided
Digital 4 number code entry system for all rooms

Chestnut Residence

General information

Chestnut Residence is centrally located in the heart of downtown Toronto. It is a residence quality and value, highly recommended by students. All the rooms are private and feature en-suite full bathrooms with amenities.

School distance

Door-to-door travel time:
25 minutes
Means of transportation:
by subway
Average public transport cost:
Adult $116.75 (Discounted post-secondary student monthly pass)
Walking distance to public transport:
5 minutes

Walking Distance

Supermarket:
2 minutes
Coffee shops:
2 minutes
Restaurants:
2 minutes
Shops:
5 minutes
Pharmacy:
3 minutes

Availability

From 12.05.2018 to 18.08.2018
Minimum age : 18+

Arrival and departure

Check-in / Check-out
Saturday from 15:00
Saturday until 11:00
Entry card (building)
Key (building)
Code (building)
Staff on-site 24h
24 hours Security staff on site
Deposit

Meals

Use of kitchen
Meal-plan
Full buffet breakfast included

Facilities

Reception desk
Smoking area
Outside only
Cafeteria
Breakfast from 7am to 10:30am - included Dinner 5-8pm - ~$16
Shared kitchen
Oven
Microwave
A shared microwave and fridge can be found on each floor
Cutlery available
Vending machine
Laundry
50 washing machines and dryers ~ $2.25 to wash and $1.75 to dry Laundry cards may be purchased in the laundry rooms for $5. Laundry soap and fabric softener sheets may be purchased at any convenience store close to the residence
Common area/lounge
Wi-Fi internet access
Free
Cable internet access
TV in common room
DVD-player in common room
Balcony/terrace
Garden
BBQ area
Wheelchair accessible
Parking (cars)
~$24 per day
Parking (bicycles)
on the street
Swimming pool
Gym
Open until 11pm

Room types and facilities

Single
230 rooms
min.: 26 m2/ max.: 27 m2
Twin
430 rooms
min.: 26 m2/ max.: 27 m2
Air conditioning
Heating
Smoking
Duvet and pillow provided
Bed sheets provided
Towels provided
Toilet paper
Ensuite toilet
Ensuite shower
Wash basin
Shared toilets
Shared showers
Cleaning
Housekeeping services provided weekly - Bathroom and floors are cleaned, beds made and garbage collected. Students need to attend to daily garbage. Soap and shampoo are stocked weekly.
Desk
Wardrobe
Cooking facilities
Microwave
TV
Wi-Fi internet access
Complimentary
Cable internet access
Floor
Carpet
Balcony
Safe deposit box
Room key provided

Parkside Residence

General information

EC Toronto’s student residence is located in the heart of Toronto’s university and college district, steps from Toronto’s Ryerson University, and the Ontario College of Art and Design. The residence features an on-site dining program with a variety of food stations, and cooking stations. Enjoy a gourmet meal or stop by for a snack at the fullyequipped Parkside Marketplace.

School distance

Door-to-door travel time:
25 minutes
Means of transportation:
by subway
Average public transport cost:
Adult (Discounted) Monthly Metropass: $116.75/month
Walking distance to public transport:
5 minutes

Walking Distance

Supermarket:
2 minutes
Coffee shops:
2 minutes
Restaurants:
2 minutes
Shops:
5 minutes
Pharmacy:
4 minutes

Availability

All year round
Minimum age : 18+

Arrival and departure

Check-in / Check-out
Saturday from 15:00
Saturday until 11:00
Entry card (building)
Key (building)
Code (building)
Staff on-site 24h
Deposit

Meals

Use of kitchen
Meal-plan

Facilities

Reception desk
Smoking area
Outside of Parkside property
Cafeteria
01 May to 03 September: Full buffet breakfast with hot and cold options (weekdays 7:30am to 10:30am, weekends and holidays 8:30am to 11:00am) 04 September to 30 April: Full breakfast, lunch, and dinner. "Lunch to go" program ava
Shared kitchen
Fridge, cupboards, oven, microwave, dish washer, stove top
Oven
Microwave
Cutlery available
Students will need to bring their own cutlery
Vending machine
Laundry
20 washing machines and 21 dryers ~ $2.25 per cycle for Washer and $1.75 per cycle for dryer
Common area/lounge
Wi-Fi internet access
Free
Cable internet access
TV in common room
DVD-player in common room
Balcony/terrace
Garden
BBQ area
Wheelchair accessible
Parking (cars)
~ $125/month + tax - limited availability.
Parking (bicycles)
Swimming pool
Gym
Free

Room types and facilities

Single
658 rooms
min.: 6 m2/ max.: 0 m2
Each apartment has 2 single bedrooms. There are 329 apartments in the residence. The school owns 5 apartments in the residence.
Air conditioning
Heating
Smoking
Duvet and pillow provided
Bed sheets provided
Towels provided
Toilet paper
Ensuite toilet
Ensuite shower
Wash basin
Shared toilets
2 students/toilet
Shared showers
2 students/shower
Cleaning
Suites are cleaned weekly. Students are responsible for cleaning their own bedrooms.
Desk
Wardrobe
Cooking facilities
Microwave
TV
Wi-Fi internet access
Free
Cable internet access
Floor
Carpet in rooms and common area. Tiles in bathrooms and foyer.
Balcony
Safe deposit box
Room key provided

In Toronto, enjoy each season to the full. In summer, indulge in outdoor activities such as watersports, camping or canoeing. In winter, go ice-skating, skiing or snowboarding – like the Canadians do! The school offers varied weekly activities for you to enjoy together with your new friends from all over the world. Support the local sports teams, visit the CN Tower, take a boat trip in the harbour or relax in the many city parks. You can also sign up for one of the scheduled excursions, including the trip to Niagara Falls – a natural splendour not to be missed! On presentation of your student card, you can take advantage of special prices in many cultural and sports institutions in Toronto.

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Special offers
Save on the price of your accommodation in the USA and Canada

Save on the price of your accommodation in the USA and Canada

Book a course at one of our EC partner schools in the USA or Canada and take advantage of the following offers:

USA 
- Get a 15% discount on the North End shared apartments or East Boston in Boston
- Get a 15% discount on the host family in Boston
- Get a 10% discount on the Monroe or The Columbus residences in San Francisco for stays of a minimum of 2 weeks (Monroe residence) or 4 weeks (Columbus residence)
- Get a 10% discount on the host family in Washington for stays of a minimum of 2 weeks
- Get a 5% discount on the Aqua Marina del Rey and the Barrington Plaza shared apartments in Santa Monica for stays of a minimum of 2 weeks 

Conditions:
- Offer valid for new bookings received before 31.05.2019 (Boston, San Francisco, Santa Monica) or 30.03.2019 (Washington)
- The stay must take place between:
  • Boston North End apartments or East Boston: 03.11.2018 - 15.06.2019
  • Boston host family, San Francisco, Santa Monica: 19.01.2019 - 15.06.2019
  • Washington: 19.01.2019 - 30.03.2019


Canada
- Get a 12% discount at the Parkside residence in Toronto ( minimum stay 1 week)
- Get a 10% discount on the host family in Toronto ( minimum stay 4 weeks)
 

Conditions:
- Offer valid for new bookings received before 30.03.2019 
- The stay must take place between:
  •  Parkside Residence: 03.11.2018 - 13.04.2019 
  •  Homestay: 02.03.2019 - 15.06.2019

To find out more or take advantage of this offer, please get in touch with our customer service team.

Published on 21.03.2019

 

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