Stewart College of Languages
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As Principal of Stewart College, I would like to invite you to come and study at our school, but more importantly, to come join our family. Steward College is a small private school where students and staff get to know each other well. You will be able to study, learn about other cultures and have fun in a safe, homelike setting. — Randy Steward, Principal
Stewart College of Languages is an independent, Canadian owned language school offering a wide range of ESL (English as a Second Language) programs and short part-time courses in other languages.
Stewart college of Languages is located next to the YW-YWCA with its many sports facilities and the Royal Theathre. In the next block you can enjoy the Greater Victoria Public Library. Sightseeing attractions, restaurants and shops are just a few steps away!
- Two student lounges with games, TV,DVD player and music
- Piano and guitar for those who play
- Computerlab with internet access, and support for many languages
- Classrooms that are bright and modern
- Large lunch room with microwaves, fridges, kettles, music and free morning snacks and coffee
- Councelling service in English, or your first language if possible
- Staff to help you! Our staff can help with visa and medical insurance, sightseeing and cultural events, volunteer job placement and job search.
- English Only! For the benefit of all students, English is the only language permitted inside our school.
- Class evaluation. All students complete regular class evaluations. The feedback we receive helps us to offer the very best classes and services.
- Graduation certificates. On you last day at Steward College, if you have demonstrated satisfactory attendance (85%) you will receive a Graduation certificate.
Fluency is our focus!
- In our English conversation and Foreign Language programs we focus on improving your ability to speak your chosen language.
- Focus on fluency and conversation skill
- Fun, Interactive and student-centred
- Small class sizes
- A wide range of programs
- English Only Policy
- Our teachers are native speakers and experience professionals
- A truly international and Canadian experience
Activities and sightseeing
Besides being a great place to learn a language you can do so much in Victoria:
Whalewatching, High Tea at the Empress Hotel, Butchard Gardens, Craigdarroch Castle, Double-Decker sighseeing bus tour, Shopping in Oak Bay and downtown, the 2nd oldest China Town in North America, Weekend markets, Goldstream Nature Reserve, Ice Hockey Games, Lacrosse, BBQ parties, Canada day celebration, Local fairs and festivals, Kayaking, Canoeing, Hiking, Cycling, Camping, Fishing, Rollerblading, Horseback riding, Picnics in the Park, Skiing and Snowboarding at Mt Washington & Whistler, Christmas, Easter, Halloween and others!
Homestay
The homestay experience is one of exchange and learning, with the possibility of long-term international friendships. We carefully select our homestay families to provide a home away from home experience for our students. You will have the support of the school and our full-time Homestay coordinator, if you have any questions or concerns.
Our homestay families:
- speak English at home
- live within 30 minutes by bus from downtown
- provide 3 meals a day, and snacks at home
- provide a private furnished room, or shared (groups)
- treat our students like a member of the family
- help you find your way around Victoria and to school
Area introduction
The capital of the province of British Columbia, Victoria is known for its friendliness, cleanliness and wonderful parks and gardens. Home to about 300,000 people Victoria has a mild climate and has been nick named the Garden City. We get the best of both worlds as it rarely snows here in winter and we generally have very mild summers.
Victoria is unique, with its double-decker red buses and Tudor-style buildings. We have great shops and a wonderful variety of multinational restaurants. You name it, we have it! Come to see Buchart Gardens, the prestigious Empress Hotel, Antique Row, the Royal British Columbia Museum, beautiful Beacon Hill park, historic Chinatown, famous West Coast beaches and forests.
Courses
- Business English Mornings
- English for Teenagers
- ESL Afternoons
- ESL Full-Time
- ESL Intensive
- ESL Mornings
- First Certificate in English (FCE) Intensive
- First Certificate in English (FCE) Mornings
- First Certificate in English Full-Time
- Teaching English to Children
- TOEFL IBT Afternoons
School Facilities
- Kitchen
- Computer room
This school offers wireless internet access to students with their own portable computers.
Professional Memberships
Stewart College of Languages is a member of the following professional organizations:
- Quality English
- CAPLS