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Cambridge Exam Preparation + One on One (CAE)

CES Vancouver

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Course description

20 Group lessons + 5 hours one-to-one lessons

On our Combination Course, you will follow the Standard Course in the mornings and have two afternoons of private individual lessons. These are designed to meet your individual requirements and give you the perfect opportunity to work on specific language areas of your choice with your own teacher. In advance of your course, you will complete a Needs Analysis form with your teacher, in which you can identify particular areas to work on. This helps your teacher to plan your program according to your learning needs, and ensures you get the maximum benefit from your lessons.

Options for One to One class :

Please contact us if you would like to discuss your needs further.

We have a range of options such as English for Professionals, Business English, English for Aviation, English for Medical Professionals, Examination Preparation, OET, IELTS , TOEFL, TOEIC, BULATS , CAMBRIDGE BEC, PET, FCE, CAE, CPE and more.*

*OET, Toefl, Toeic, Bulats, BEC, PET, CPE- All private lessons only

Course topics

Listening, Speaking, Pronunciation, Reading, Writing, Vocabulary and Grammar

Class schedule

Course duration
2-12 weeks
Start dates
Every Monday
Classes per week
25 lessons per week (each lesson lasts 45 min)
Class days
Monday - Friday
School holidays
11 Nov 2025, 25 Dec 2025, 26 Dec 2025

CES does not hold classes on the holiday dates above. The school does not compensate for these holidays, so make sure to choose your start date accordingly.

Class times

Morning session
09:30 AM - 12:15 PM
Afternoon session
01:00 PM - 03:30 PM

Class schedule may change depending on availability and season.

Class level

Advanced
You will take a placement test on your first day to determine your class level. You may also take this test before your arrival in Vancouver.

Class size

Maximum 16 students

Student age

Age range 16 years old and older
Average 28 years old
(20 in the summer)

Certificate

A certificate of completion will be issued at the end of the course.
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School description

FACILITIES
- Free WIFI
- Student common room
- Table tennis
- Self service kitchenette
- Printing facilities
- Residential/Homestay accommodation
- Exam venue
- Accessible facilities
- Ample natural light
- Shops and cafés nearby

Nationality and age mix

The nationality and age mix at CES Vancouver varies over different time periods, courses and levels. Throughout the year, the average age is 28. In the summer, the average age is 20.

School holidays

CES does not hold classes on the holiday dates below. The school does not compensate for these holidays, so make sure to choose your start date accordingly.

Open dates
Year round
School holidays
11 Nov 2025, 25 Dec 2025, 26 Dec 2025

School location

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Housing

CES offers the following housing types:
homestay

Homestay - Double room - Half board

$256
weekly
Age range: 16 years old and older
Location: Outside the city center of Vancouver
Housing type: Homestay
Room type: 2-person shared room
Board type: Breakfast and dinner (14 meals per week)
Distance to school: 40 - 60 minutes by train or subway
Availability: January - December
Check-in: Sunday, anytime
Check-out: Saturday, anytime
Restriction: 2 students must book together
$256
Stay with a Canadian host family
Private room with bed and desk
All homes have passed CES’ inspection and approval process
Practice your English and live the Canadian lifestyle

Homestay - Double room - Full board

$271
weekly
Age range: 16 years old and older
Location: Outside the city center of Vancouver
Housing type: Homestay
Room type: 2-person shared room
Board type: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner (21 meals per week)
Distance to school: 40 - 60 minutes by train or subway
Availability: January - December
Check-in: Sunday, anytime
Check-out: Saturday, anytime
Restriction: 2 students must book together
$271
Stay with a Canadian host family
Private room with bed and desk
All homes have passed CES’ inspection and approval process
Practice your English and live the Canadian lifestyle

Homestay - Single room - Half board

$275
weekly
Age range: 16 years old and older
Location: Outside the city center of Vancouver
Housing type: Homestay
Room type: Single-person room
Board type: Breakfast and dinner (14 meals per week)
Distance to school: 40 - 60 minutes by train or subway
Availability: January - December
Check-in: Sunday, anytime
Check-out: Saturday, anytime
$275
Stay with a Canadian host family
Private room with bed and desk
All homes have passed CES’ inspection and approval process
Practice your English and live the Canadian lifestyle

Homestay - Single room - Full board

$286
weekly
Age range: 16 years old and older
Location: Outside the city center of Vancouver
Housing type: Homestay
Room type: Single-person room
Board type: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner (21 meals per week)
Distance to school: 40 - 60 minutes by train or subway
Availability: January - December
Check-in: Sunday, anytime
Check-out: Saturday, anytime
$286
Stay with a Canadian host family
Private room with bed and desk
All homes have passed CES’ inspection and approval process
Practice your English and live the Canadian lifestyle

Executive Homestay - Single room - Half board

$366
weekly
Age range: 16 years old and older
Location: Outside the city center of Vancouver
Housing type: Homestay
Room type: Single-person room
Board type: Breakfast and dinner (14 meals per week)
Facilities: Private bathroom
Distance to school: 40 - 60 minutes by train or subway
Availability: January - December
Check-in: Sunday, anytime
Check-out: Saturday, anytime
$366
Stay with a Canadian host family
Private room with bed and desk
All homes have passed CES’ inspection and approval process
Practice your English and live the Canadian lifestyle
student-residence

Casa Canada - Single room - No meals

$458
weekly
Age range: 18 years old and older
Location: Outside the city center of Vancouver
Housing type: Student residence
Room type: Single-person room
Board type: No meals
Availability: January - December
Check-in: Sunday, anytime
Check-out: Saturday, anytime
$458
Casa Canada

Gec Viva - Shared room - No meals

$305
weekly
Age range: 18 years old and older
Location: Outside the city center of Vancouver
Housing type: Student residence
Room type: 2-person shared room
Board type: No meals
Availability: January - December
Check-in: Sunday, anytime
Check-out: Saturday, anytime
$305
Gec Viva
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Visa support

We cannot apply for visas on behalf of students. However, the school can supply you with all the documentation you need to support your visa application.

Your letter of acceptance will be sent to your home address by regular mail at no charge to you.

Visit Canada's Citizenship and Immigration website »

Flights and airport transfer

Please note that we do not book flights for our students. If you are researching airfare costs, we recommend using Kayak.com, a search engine that lets you compare flight options from your home country to Vancouver based on your budget, schedule and preferences.

Travel insurance

Study abroad worry-free with Language International's health and personal effects insurance coverage. When you book a course with us, you can opt to purchase an international insurance plan that covers not only your health care cost but also loss of your personal belongings. You must book your insurance in advance when you register.

Learn more about our insurance plan »

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