English Encounters

We really believe in the advantage of studying in small groups. Unlike many institutions which advertise “small” groups, our groups really are small! We have as few as 2 students in some cases and our average group size is 5 (and maximum 8). In a small group, students get more attention and our teachers can be more responsive to their needs. As a student, you have more opportunity to talk and interact with the teacher and your classmates. Observes ESL Teacher Randy, “it is easier for students to gain confidence in using the language when they don’t have to speak in front of a large group”. Moreover, everyone “gets to know each other well and becomes very comfortable expressing their ideas in English.” Course Content Group lessons (20/week)

• based on American Headway textbook series
• 6 levels – Beginner, Pre-intermediate, Intermediate, High Intermediate, Semi-Advanced, Advanced
• each level correlates to TOEFL, TOEIC, and IELTS score ranges
• 6-8 weeks per level
• regular testing (eg. biweekly) and opportunity for promotion
• includes use of coursebook, workbook, access to audio download centre, MultiROM (optional), and online practice materials (optional)
• supplemental materials include frequent handouts for grammar, vocabulary, Canadian culture, business English, and idioms
• all skills including conversation, grammar, listening, vocabulary, pronunciation, reading, writing, discussion, debate, role play
• course available all year and begins any Monday

Private lessons are ideal for students who are not available for morning group classes or who have specific requirements in terms of course content, scheduling, or class location. Being an intensive one-to-one class, students can focus on their specific needs such as business English, test preparation (TOEFL, TOEIC, IELTS, or Cambridge), pronunciation, or academic English. The private teacher conducts a needs assessment in the first class and customizes lessons and assignments according to the student’s needs and objectives. Choose a Private English Course from English Encounters and, with the guidance of your ESL teacher, build a program that works for you! Course Content Private Lessons

• Course Content Private lessons curriculum for private lessons is customized according to student needs
• the teacher assesses student needs and interests and designs a curriculum which response to them
• common needs include remedial grammar or vocabulary, conversation skills, pronunciation, test preparation (TOEFL, TOEIC, IELTS, FCE), and business English
• supplemental materials include frequent handouts for grammar, vocabulary, Canadian culture, business English, and idioms

all skills including conversation, grammar, listening, vocabulary, pronunciation, reading, writing, discussion

An increasingly popular program is our Intensive English Course. Combining 20 group lessons weekly with 5 private lessons, students get the best of both learning formats. In group lessons, typically held in the morning, students benefit from group interaction which particularly helps build conversation skills in addition to all the other skills (reading, listening, speaking, writing, and grammar). After lunch, students take an intensive one-to-one lesson. Being a private class, students can focus on their specific needs such as Business English, Test Preparation (eg. TOEFL, TOEIC, IELTS), pronunciation, or Academic English. The private teacher conducts a needs assessment in the first class and customizes lessons and assignments according to the student’s needs and objectives. Choose this course to maximize your learning potential! Course Content Group lessons (20/week)

• Based on the American Headway textbook series
• 6 levels – Beginner, Pre-intermediate, Intermediate, High Intermediate, Semi-Advanced, Advanced
• 6-8 weeks per level
• regular testing (eg. biweekly) and opportunity for promotion
• includes use of coursebook, workbook, DVD-ROM (optional), and online practice materials (optional)
• supplemental materials include frequent handouts for grammar, vocabulary, Canadian culture, business English, and idioms
• all skills including conversation, grammar, listening, vocabulary, pronunciation, reading, writing, discussion, debate, role play
• course available all year and begins any Monday

Private lessons (5/week)

• curriculum for private lessons is customized according to student needs
• the teacher assesses student needs and interests and designs a curriculum which response to them
• common needs include remedial grammar or vocabulary, conversation skills, pronunciation, test preparation (TOEFL, TOEIC, IELTS, FCE), and business English

Designed for busy professionals with limited time, this course allows you to accelerate your English language training and immersion experience. In group lessons, typically held in the morning, students benefit from group interaction which helps build conversation skills in addition to all the other skills (reading, listening, speaking, writing, and grammar). After lunch, students take two intensive one-to-one lessons. Students can choose the set curriculum of business English and/or, being a private class, students can focus on their specific needs such as test preparation (e.g. TOEFL, TOEIC, IELTS), pronunciation, or academic English. The private teacher conducts a needs assessment and customizes lessons and assignments according to the student’s needs and objectives. Choose this course to maximize your learning and “accelerate” your acquisition of English language skills! Course Content Group lessons (20/week)

• based on the American Headway textbook series
• 6 levels – Beginner, Pre-intermediate, Intermediate, High Intermediate, Semi-Advanced, Advanced
• each level correlates to TOEFL, TOEIC, and IELTS score ranges
• regular testing (eg. biweekly) and opportunity for promotion
• includes use of coursebook, workbook, access to audio download centre, MultiROM (optional), and online practice materials (optional)
• supplemental materials include handouts for grammar, vocabulary, culture, business English, and idioms
• all skills including conversation, grammar, listening, vocabulary, pronunciation, reading, writing, discussion, debate, role play

Private lessons (20/week)

• based on Market Leader textbook series (Business English) OR curriculum for private lessons can be customized according to student needs
• the teacher assesses student needs and interests and designs a curriculum which response to them
• common needs include remedial grammar or vocabulary, conversation skills, pronunciation, test preparation (TOEFL, TOEIC, IELTS, FCE), and business English

Designed for professionals, the Business English Course gives you the language skills you need to succeed in the world of business where English has become the lingua franca. In your group lessons, which are typically held in the morning, students focus on improving their English communication in a business setting. Skills include reading, speed-reading, listening, telephoning, making presentations, conducting and attending meetings, email writing and other business correspondence. Course Content Group lessons (20/week)

• based on Market Leader textbook series
• 5 levels –Pre-intermediate, Intermediate, High Intermediate, Semi-Advanced, Advanced
• regular testing (eg. biweekly) and opportunity for promotion
• includes the use of the coursebook
• supplemental materials include frequent handouts for grammar, vocabulary, Canadian culture, general English, and idioms
• all skills including conversation, grammar, listening, vocabulary, pronunciation, reading, writing, discussion, debate, role play etc.

If you are planning to study at an English language university or college, immigrate to Canada, or just want worldwide recognition of your English skills, you should prepare for a standardized test such as the TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language), IELTS (International English Language Testing System), or TOEIC (Test of English for International Communication). These tests are the most well-known and universally accepted English language proficiency tests in the world. Our Test Preparation Course has been specifically designed to upgrade your English skills in all areas plus provide you with the skills and practice you need to do well on the test. The course includes ten group lessons of general English plus ten private Test Preparation lessons each week. While the group lessons build all language skills, the private lessons focus on each skill area (listening, speaking, reading, writing). The latter involves skills and strategies for academic vocabulary building, academic reading, essay writing, independent and integrated speaking tasks, note-taking and more and are customized to the student’s individual needs. As in all of our courses at English Encounters, you also receive a weekly self-study package, which includes additional test-preparation exercises for all skills. All these, plus regular Practice Tests ensure students will have what it takes to get a great score! Course Content Group lessons (10/week)

• based on the American Headway textbook series
• 6 levels – Beginner, Pre-intermediate, Intermediate, High Intermediate, Semi-Advanced, Advanced
• each level correlates to TOEFL, TOEIC, and IELTS score ranges
• Spotlight on Testing supplementary lessons for each unit build skills for all standardized tests
• regular testing (eg. biweekly) and opportunity for promotion
• includes use of coursebook, workbook, access to audio download centre, MultiROM (optional), and online practice materials (optional)
• supplemental materials include handouts for grammar, vocabulary, culture, business English, and idioms
• all skills including speaking, grammar, listening, vocabulary, pronunciation, reading, writing, debate, role play

Private lessons (10/week)

• curriculum for private lessons uses a variety of materials and can be customized according to student needs
• the teacher assesses student needs and designs a curriculum which response to them