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Long-term IELTS Exam Preparation

Kaplan International: Vancouver

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Course description

IELTS is the most popular English language qualification, particularly if you are hoping to work or study in the UK, Ireland, Australia or Canada.

We'll teach you what to expect from the different IELTS exam sections, ways to make the most of your exam time and how to prepare for the types of questions you'll find in the exam. You'll practice your reading, writing, listening and speaking skills and improve your English grammar and vocabulary.

Our Intensive IELTS Preparation course allows you to focus fully on preparing for the IELTS exam, while our Supplementary IELTS Preparation course allows you to improve your general English skills while spending a smaller proportion of your study time preparing for the IELTS.

Course topics

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

Class schedule

Course duration
24-46 weeks
Start dates
05 Jan 2026, 30 Mar 2026, 22 Jun 2026, 21 Sep 2026 and 09 Nov 2026
Classes per week
35 lessons per week (each lesson lasts 45 min)
Class days
Monday - Friday
School holidays
25 Dec 2025, 01 Jan 2026, 16 Feb 2026, 03 Apr 2026, 18 May 2026, 01 Jul 2026, 03 Aug 2026, 07 Sep 2026, 30 Sep 2026, 12 Oct 2026, 11 Nov 2026, 21 Dec 2026 - 27 Dec 2026

Kaplan International 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
08:30 AM - 11:45 AM
Break
11:45 AM - 12:30 PM
Lesson
12:30 PM - 02:00 PM
Break
02:00 PM - 02:15 PM
Afternoon session
02:15 PM - 05:30 PM

Class schedule may change depending on availability and season.

Class level

Intermediate
High intermediate
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

Average 12 students
Maximum 15 students

Student age

Age range 16 years old and older

Certificate

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

Kaplan’s English school in Vancouver is situated in a prime location, close to all the action of the city, but also only a short trip away from some of the most famous ski resorts in North America. Vancouver is an outdoor enthusiast’s paradise, with no shortage of beautiful national parks, rivers, forests and Granville Island all under two hours from our English school in Vancouver’s front yard.

Our English courses in Vancouver let students take full advantage of British Columbia’s ski resorts and natural attractions by offering a busy social calendar. Our Social Team organizes frequent ski trips and weekends away in nearby national parks, as well as day trips to museums and galleries, and nights out at clubs, bars and restaurants.

Year opened
1988

Accreditations

Facilities

  • Library
  • Cambridge Exam Center
  • IELTS Test Center
  • Free Internet
  • Wireless Internet
  • Computers
  • Studying Area
  • Sports Activities

Nationality and age mix

The nationality and age mix at Kaplan International: Vancouver varies over different time periods, courses and levels.

School holidays

Kaplan International 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
25 Dec 2025, 01 Jan 2026, 16 Feb 2026, 03 Apr 2026, 18 May 2026, 01 Jul 2026, 03 Aug 2026, 07 Sep 2026, 30 Sep 2026, 12 Oct 2026, 11 Nov 2026, 21 Dec 2026 - 27 Dec 2026

School location

Our English school in Vancouver is located in the heart of this scenic harbor city in British Columbia, close to the famous Robson Street shopping district. The downtown area of Vancouver has quick access to many local ski resorts, such as Whistler Mountain, and is close to a number of beautiful Canadian national parks.

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Housing

Kaplan International offers the following housing types:
homestay

Homestay (14 meals/week) Min. age 18 (Twin)

Included
weekly
Age range: 16 years old and older
Housing type: Homestay
Room type: 2-person shared room
Board type: Breakfast and dinner (14 meals per week)
Availability: January - December
Check-in: Sunday, anytime
Check-out: Saturday, anytime
Included
Our homestay families reflect the diversity of life in Canada. They include young, senior and single
parent families and couples with and without children. Canadian hosts live in houses, apartment
complexes or townhomes and have varying ethnic backgrounds, diverse interests and different
lifestyles.
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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. If you wish to receive your paperwork by express mail, you will be charged C$ 90 when you register.

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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.

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