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Oxford International — University of British Columbia, Vancouver

Summer English School at the University of British Columbia — Vancouver

Canada, Vancouver Campus
Oxford International Junior Programmes offers a summer English course at the University of British Columbia, set on a stunning 400-hectare campus surrounded by forest and ocean on the outskirts of Vancouver. The programme runs from 28 June to 9 August 2026 for students aged 9 to 17. It includes 15 hours of English lessons per week, 1 full-day excursion per week and approximately 3 half-day excursions per week to Vancouver top attractions including Whistler, Granville Island, Stanley Park, FlyOver Canada and Playland Amusement Park. Accredited by Languages Canada.
Stunning 400-hectare campus surrounded by forest on three sides and ocean on the fourth. Grass field, tennis and basketball courts, access to ice rink and indoor swimming complex. Up to 300 students per week. 1 full-day excursion per week plus 3 half-day excursions per week. Accredited by Languages Canada.
Modern facilities on a world-class university campus. Commons block with Wi-Fi and dining. Lounges with TV, sofas and basic kitchen. 15 minutes from downtown Vancouver.
Single rooms with shared single-gender washrooms (1 per 7 students). Floor lounges with TVs. On-site laundry. Free Wi-Fi. Breakfast, lunch and dinner included. Students must bring their own towels and toiletries.
Grass field, tennis and basketball courts and access to university softball diamond, ice rink and indoor swimming complex. Beach activities, cycling tours in Stanley Park and outdoor sports included.
Cycling in Stanley Park, Metrotown Shopping, Gastown and FlyOver Canada, Crazy Olympics, Beach BBQ, Science World and Granville Island. Full-day excursions to Whistler and Playland. Evening activities include International Night, Capture the Flag, Talent Show and Farewell Disco.
Single rooms with shared single-gender washrooms (1 per 7 students). Floor lounges with TVs. On-site laundry. Free Wi-Fi. All meals included.

Programmes

Summer English School
from €1,000.00 / week
Age 9–17 28 Jun 2027 – 09 Aug 2027 15 hrs/week
Summer English School: 15 hours of English lessons per week, 1 full-day excursion per week including Whistler and Playland Amusement Park, 3 half-day excursions per week to Stanley Park, Granville Island, FlyOver Canada and more, all meals and on-campus single room accommodation. Programme runs 28 June to 9 August 2026.

Sample programme

Day 1

Morning. Arrivals

Day. Campus tour and ice-breaker activities

Evening. Campus tour and ice-breaker activities

Day 2

Morning. Lesson 1 — Testing and Orientation

Day. Vancouver Walking Tour

Evening. International Night

Day 3

Morning. Lesson 2

Day. Sports on campus

Evening. Capture the Flag

Day 4

Morning. Lesson 3

Day. Cycling in Stanley Park

Evening. Workshops

Day 5

Morning. Lesson 4

Day. Team Challenges

Evening. Tournaments

Day 6

Morning. Lesson 5

Day. Metrotown Shopping Trip

Evening. Metrotown Shopping Trip

Day 7

Morning. Full-day excursion to Whistler

Day. Full-day excursion to Whistler

Evening. Chill Club

Day 8

Morning. Full-day excursion to Playland Amusement Park

Day. Full-day excursion to Playland Amusement Park

Evening. Movie Night

Day 9

Morning. Lesson 6

Day. Gastown and FlyOver Canada

Evening. Photo Scavenger Hunt

Day 10

Morning. Lesson 7

Day. Crazy Olympics

Evening. Workshops

Day 11

Morning. Lesson 8

Day. Beach BBQ and Beach Games

Evening. Beach BBQ and Beach Games

Day 12

Morning. Lesson 9

Day. Science World

Evening. Talent Show

Day 13

Morning. Lesson 10

Day. Granville Island

Evening. Colour Run

Day 14

Morning. Science Museum

Day. Optional Excursion

Evening. Farewell Disco

Day 15

Morning. Departures

Day. Departures

FAQ

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If canceled at least two weeks in advance, you will be refunded the amount paid except for:

- Travel Class services for booking 55 EUR;

- ticket refunds are made according to the airline's rules (unless otherwise requested, tickets are purchased by default at the most favorable, usually non-refundable fare).

If canceled less than two weeks before the start of the program, additionally will be taken:

- the first week of the Program at the School;

- additional services (medical insurance, meeting at the airport, additional excursions), if they have already been ordered.

No, el primer día se realizará una prueba de nivel para ubicar al estudiante en la clase más adecuada, tomando en cuenta sus habilidades y conocimientos previos.

1. Parents check in their child for the flight. Airlines usually allow independent flights from the age of 12. You can order an escort service for a minor (100-150 euros) so that an airport employee accompanies the child at the airport.

2. If you book a transfer, the child will be met at the airport by a school representative with a sign with the student's name.

Yes, flight tickets from Spain and Italy are included. 

Todos nuestros destinos, alojamientos y actividades están cuidadosamente seleccionados siguiendo protocolos estrictos de supervisión.

Durante toda la estancia, los estudiantes cuentan con la presencia constante de staff local y monitores, disponibles las 24 horas del día, los 7 días de la semana. Los chicos nunca están solos: están acompañados en clase, durante las comidas, en las actividades deportivas, las excursiones y también durante la noche en las residencias. Todo el personal está formado en primeros auxilios y tiene experiencia trabajando con adolescentes.

Las familias tienen total tranquilidad gracias a nuestro teléfono de emergencia 24/7. 

Trabajamos únicamente con colegios y organizaciones con años de trayectoria comprobada. Tenemos procedimientos claros para cualquier tipo de emergencia médica o situación que pueda surgir.

 

Muchas familias nos eligen precisamente por la tranquilidad que les proporciona saber que sus hijos están seguros y bien cuidados en todo momento. 

Durante toda la estancia tendrá los contactos principales:

 

  • Nuestro número de emergencia 24/7
  • El director del centro (se lo facilitamos antes de la salida)
  • El monitor si viajan en grupo

Location

2451 E Mall, Vancouver, BC V6T 1Z4, Canada

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