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Course description

Adding module lessons to your course will intensify your course and help you personalise your learning. Typical module subjects include Grammar, Conversation, IELTS Preparation, Business and others.

Course topics

Listening, Speaking, Reading, Writing and Grammar

Class schedule

Course duration

1-52 weeks

Start dates

Every Monday

Classes per week

30 lessons per week (each lesson lasts 45 min)

Class days

Monday - Friday

School holidays

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 - 28 Dec 2026, 01 Jan 2027

Bayswater Vancouver 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 schedule may change depending on availability and season.

Class level

All levels, beginner to advanced

You will take a placement test before your arrival in Vancouver to determine your class level.

Class size

Average	12 students
Maximum	12 students

Student age

Age range

16 years old and older

Certificate

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

School description

Our Vancouver centre is in downtown Vancouver, a short walk from Waterfront and Granville stations and close to Stanley Park and Granville Island. The central location gives easy access to transport, parks and cultural sites. Our teaching approach focuses on real-world application through project work, collaboration and industry-aligned learning, helping students build practical skills and confidence and prepare them for the future of work.

Number of classrooms

Accreditations

Facilities

Social Activities
IELTS Test Center
Elevators
Eating Area
Free Internet
Computers

Teacher qualifications

Native English speakers

Over 50%

Teachers with English teaching certification

All

Teachers with college degrees

All

Nationality and age mix

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

School holidays

Bayswater Vancouver 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

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 - 28 Dec 2026, 01 Jan 2027

School location

Located in downtown Vancouver, our centre is surrounded by mountain views, city life, and the waterfront. The modern space offers a welcoming environment for learning, with cafés, shops, and cultural attractions just steps away.

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housing

Housing

Bayswater Vancouver offers the following housing types:

Homestay » Student residence »

homestay

Homestay

Housing fees

Homestays are carefully selected and offer students the opportunity to learn more about the local culture in a comfortable setting while studying English in Vancouver. These homes are often between 25 - 50 minutes away from the school by public transport. Families usually offer affordable meal plans that allow you to sample the local cuisine. If you have special requests or diet restrictions (because of religion or health reasons), please let us know in advance. Your housing starts on the Sunday before your first day of class and ends on the Saturday after your last day of class, unless otherwise noted. Learn more about homestay housing

Homestay - 2-person shared room - Breakfast and dinner

$187

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)

Facilities: Kitchen, laundry, free internet, air conditioning, and heating

Availability: January - December

Check-in: Sunday, anytime

Check-out: Saturday, anytime

$187

In homestay accommodation, the hosts treat you as a member of the household, eating together and sharing the common living areas. This gives you regular contact with English speakers and an insight into Canadian life.

Homestay - Single-person room - Breakfast and dinner

$198

weekly

Housing type: Homestay

Room type: Single-person room

Board type: Breakfast and dinner (16 meals per week)

Facilities: Kitchen, laundry, and free internet

Availability: January - December

Check-in: Sunday, anytime

Check-out: Saturday, anytime

$198

Homestay - 2-person shared room - Breakfast, lunch, and dinner - 2 students must book together

$210

weekly

Age range: 16 years old and older

Housing type: Homestay

Room type: 2-person shared room

Board type: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner (21 meals per week)

Facilities: Kitchen, laundry, free internet, air conditioning, and heating

Availability: January - December

Check-in: Sunday, anytime

Check-out: Saturday, anytime

Restriction: 2 students must book together

$210

Homestay - Single-person room - Breakfast, lunch, and dinner

$218

weekly

Age range: 16 years old and older

Housing type: Homestay

Room type: Single-person room

Board type: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner (21 meals per week)

Facilities: Kitchen, laundry, free internet, and heating

Availability: January - December

Check-in: Sunday, anytime

Check-out: Saturday, anytime

$218

student-residence

Student residence

Housing fees

Student residences are more suitable for an independent student, who is looking for clean, basic accommodation at an economic price. All students must be 18 - 100. Your housing starts on the Sunday before your first day of class and ends on the Saturday after your last day of class, unless otherwise noted. Student residences often do not include any meal plan. Learn more about student residence accommodation

Standard Twin Room Shared Bathroom 19+

$363

weekly

Age range: 18 years old and older

Location: In the city center of Vancouver

Housing type: Student residence (off-campus)

Room type: Single-person room

Board type: No meals

Facilities: Private bathroom, kitchen, laundry, wireless internet, free internet, tV room, air conditioning, and 24/7 supervision

Distance to school: 15 - 30 minutes by train or subway

Availability: January - December

Check-in: Sunday, after 12:00 PM

Check-out: Saturday, before 10:00 AM

$363

Please refer to: https://www.bayswater.ac/en/accommodation/search

visa

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$ 65 when you register.

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 »

Questions and answers

Have questions? Get answers from Bayswater Vancouver staff, Language International student advisors, and past students.

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Course description

Course topics

Class schedule

Class level

Class size

Student age

Certificate

School description

Accreditations

Facilities

Teacher qualifications

Nationality and age mix

School holidays

School location

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Housing

Homestay - 2-person shared room - Breakfast and dinner

Homestay - Single-person room - Breakfast and dinner

Homestay - 2-person shared room - Breakfast, lunch, and dinner - 2 students must book together

Homestay - Single-person room - Breakfast, lunch, and dinner

Standard Twin Room Shared Bathroom 19+

Visa support

Flights and airport transfer

Travel insurance

Questions and answers

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