English Schools in Canada

Students should ask questions to avoid problems and misunderstandings. Students should be able to choose their school based on honest, accurate and current school, program and cost information.

Asking proper questions will help students save money, save time, lessen culture shock, and choose the best school and study program based on their unique student needs and preferences.

You can use the following Example "Questions to Ask" to confirm ESL School operations, facilities, services, programs, terms, instruction, courses and homestay.

QUESTIONS about ENGLISH LEVEL TESTING

Are the English skill level standards published for each level in the school?
Are international standardized English tests available for evaluations?
What happens if one of my English skills is advanced and one beginner?
Does the school have remedial skills programs for students?
What can I do if the school keeps me at a lower level without justification?

QUESTIONS ABOUT SCHOOL BOOKS

Are all textbooks and workbooks included in the price?
Do I get to keep the textbook and workbooks at the end of each class and level?
How many books do I have to buy, and what are the prices?
Can I buy the books at discounts from the book stores?
Are school library books available free for students to take home to study?
How many reference books are in the school library?

QUESTIONS ABOUT SCHOOL CLASSES

How many students in the classes? average per class? maximum allowed?
How many English levels does the school teach?
Are all students in the class at the same level?
What happens if there are only a few students for my level?
Do classes of different levels get joined together?
What happens if there are no classes that I like?
What are the age ranges for the classes?
What if I am in a class where the students just goof around?
What if a student is causing a disturbance?
Do the classes have an English only policy?
What can I do if the class does not follow the curriculum?

Questions ABOUT the SCHOOL CURRICULUM

Does the curriculum follow Ontario Ministry of Education or LINC guidelines?
Does the curriculum follow ETS TOEFL test Preparation guidelines?
How can I be sure the curriculum meets professional standards?

QUESTIONS about INSTRUCTIONAL PERFORMANCE

What is the average increase in TOEFL score after 1 month in class at this school?
What is the Pass/Fail ratio for Cambridge students at this school?
Does the school evaluate their own teachers?
Do the students rate the teachers instructional performance?
Are the school or student rankings for the teachers posted?
What is the average study time to increase English skills one level?
What guarantees will I receive about the quality of English instruction?

Questions should be answered accurately by school representatives or agents. If the answer is different than the printed information in the school contracts then you must get the changes in writing by the agent and confirmed in writing by the school.

Remember if your school contract is not in writing with all the terms and conditions and student rights then you may have no chance to change your school or program or get a refund.


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