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English school in
Vancouver
Study English in Vancouver
Where else can you ski in the morning and hit the beach in the afternoon? Just half an hour’s drive from downtown Vancouver, the slopes of the North Shore Mountains offer incredible views across the water to the wooded islands beyond. Long stretches of tree-lined shore and soft white sand made National Geographic rank this clean and easy-going city among the world’s top 10 beach towns.
- Centrally located and close to local bus stops and three Skytrain stations
- University Pathways with seamless transfers to many Canadian colleges and universities via our English for Academic Pathways.
- The Vancouver school organizes frequent ski trips and weekends away to cities such as Whistler, Victoria and Seattle
Available courses at this school
Academic Year Abroad programs in Vancouver
Do you want to improve your speaking confidence, ace an academic exam or get ready for the professional world? Tailor your program and start your academic adventure.
*Courses are subject to regulatory approval/accreditation
Most popular
Intensive
Perfect your speaking, reading, writing, listening, grammar, while building a big working vocabulary.
Intensive
Want to master every aspect of English? This program sharpens your skills in speaking, reading, writing, listening, grammar, and pronunciation, while also expanding your vocabulary for effective communication in real-world settings.
Key facts
Duration: 6, 9, 11 months
Start Dates: 5 January 2026, 30 March 2026, 22 June 2026, 21 September 2026, 9 November 2026
Timetable: 35 lessons per week
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20 Lessons of Language Foundation = 15 hours
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8 Lessons of Specialist Skills = 6 hours
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3 Sessions of K+ Extra = 2.25 hours
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4 Language in Action Workshops = 3 hours
Destination available: All Kaplan schools excluding London 30+
Minimum age: 16 Entry level: Elementary to Advanced English
Class size: Average 12, maximum 15
Semi-Intensive
Build a strong foundation of the English language while also having enough time to explore your chosen city.
Semi Intensive
Build a strong foundation of the English language while also having enough free time to explore your chosen location and have fun with friends! Take part in our social activities, immerse yourself in the city, and make the most of this adventure!
Key Facts
Duration: 6, 9, 11 months
Start Dates: 5 January 2026, 30 March 2026, 22 June 2026, 21 September 2026, 9 November 2026
Timetable: 27 lessons per week
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20 Lessons of Language Foundation = 15 hours
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3 Sessions of K+ Extra = 2.25 hours
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4 Language in Action Workshops = 3 hours
Destination available: All Kaplan schools excluding London 30+
Minimum age: 16
Entry level: Elementary to Advanced English
Class size: Average 12, maximum 15
Multi-Destination
Choose to study in a new Kaplan city every three months and turn your language journey into an adventure!
Multi-Destination Year
Students travel the globe to create their own dream Academic Year Abroad by combining two, three or four locations, each destination with a minimum of 12 weeks.
Key Facts
Duration: 6, 9, 11 months
Start Dates: 5 January 2026, 30 March 2026, 22 June 2026, 21 September 2026, 9 November 2026
Destination available: All Kaplan schools excluding London 30+
Minimum age: 16
Entry level: Elementary to Advanced English
Class size: Average 12, maximum 15
IELTS
Strengthen the 4 language skills needed to ace the IELTS exam—required by institutions across the UK.
IELTS
Strengthen the four key language skills—reading, writing, listening, and speaking—needed for you to ace the IELTS: an important language proficiency exam required by many universities and companies across the UK and Ireland! During this program, you will take part in highly-focused lessons covering each section of the exam, as well as learning test-taking strategies that will have you pass IELTS in record time!
Key Facts
Duration: 6, 9, 11 months
Start Dates: 5 January 2026, 30 March 2026, 22 June 2026, 21 September 2026, 9 November 2026
Timetable: 35 lessons per week
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20 Lessons of Language Foundation = 15 hours
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8 Lessons of Specialist Skills on IELTS = 6 hours
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3 Sessions of K+ Extra = 2.25 hours
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4 Language in Action Workshops = 3 hours
Destination available: Bournemouth, Cambridge, Edinburgh, Liverpool, London, Manchester, Oxford, Dublin, Toronto, Vancouver
Minimum age: 16
Entry level: B1
Class size: Average 12, maximum 15
English for Academic Pathways
Build the language skills you need to succeed academically. That’s how to score top marks!
English for Academic Pathways
Want to be completely prepared for success in an academic setting? This program is ideal if you want to develop essential language skills and test strategies for academic success while preparing to achieve top results in an official English exam.
Key Facts
Duration: 6, 9, 11 months
Start Dates: 5 January 2026, 30 March 2026, 22 June 2026, 21 September 2026, 9 November 2026
Timetable: 35 lessons per week
- 20 Lessons of Language Foundation = 15 hours
- 8 Lessons of Specialist Skills = 6 hours
- 3 Sessions of K+ Extra = 2.25 hours
- 4 Language in Action Workshops = 3 hours
Destination available: Toronto, New York, Vancouver, Boston, Santa Barbara, Cambridge, Bournemouth, Oxford
Minimum age: 16
Entry level: B1
Class size: Average 12, maximum 15
About our Vancouver English school
School facilities
School photo gallery
Location
Suite 300,
755 Burrard Street
Vancouver BC V6Z 1X6
Canada
49.284, -123.122
Suite 300,
755 Burrard Street
Vancouver BC V6Z 1X6
Canada
Other information
- University Placement Service
Our University Placement Service (UPS) allows you to benefit from our extensive network of partner universities and colleges. Combined with our wealth of experience, we help you gain entry to graduate and undergraduate courses. Learn more.
- School holidays
- Minimum age
16+
- Entry level
From Beginner to Intermediate depending on course
- Courses
General English, Business English, Semi-Intensive, Intensive, TOELF Exam Preparation, Cambridge Exam Preparation, IELTS Exam Preparation
- Class size
Average 12, maximum 16 students
- Course length
From 1 to 52 weeks. The longer you study, the more you’ll progress!
- PTIRU Designation Certificate
Kaplan International Vancouver holds a Designation Certificate, issued by the Private Training Institutions Regulatory Unit (PTIRU) of the Ministry of Post-Secondary Education and Future Skills (PSFS). Find out more here.
This Kaplan International Languages school is accredited by Languages Canada and holds a Designation Certificate, issued through the Private Training Institutions Regulatory Unit (PTIRU) of the Ministry of Post-Secondary Education and Future Skills (PSFS).
*Student recommendations are based on Kaplan students surveyed since 2018.
What to do in Vancouver
Our Vancouver school has a dedicated social program, designed to help you explore the city and build friendships, through organised events and activities.
Watch a game of ice hockey, the national sport
Take a scenic walk around Stanley Park
Roam the 19th Century warehouse district of Gastown for arty boutiques and restaurants
Visit the vibrant indoor market on Granville Island, for delicious food, handcrafted products and unique gifts
Go hiking through forests and canyons in Capilano Suspension Bridge Park
Enjoy weekend ski & snowboard trips to Whistler or the Rocky Mountains