International House Toronto

IH Toronto offers a variety of English programs and services, including an internship program, accommodation services, health insurance, student counseling, excurions and, of course, a full range of English courses at many different levels and for every purpose. Our commitment to maintaining small class sizes (maximum of 9 per class, average 7) ensures that students learn in a warm, friendly and comfortable environment. They are provided with many opportunities to practice their English.

IH Toronto is located in the historic Blake mansion, a designated heritage building in downtown Toronto. Only a few minutes walk from Yonge and Bloor, the school is close to many trendy shops, cafes, restaurants, cultural centres and attractions. With a maximum class size of 9, innovative instructors, a full calendar of activities and the safety and comforts offered in Toronto you are sure to have the time of your life at IH Toronto!

IH Toronto offers a variety of full-time English programs ranging from general English to specialized test preparation programs. All programs are taught using the communicative method and the most up-to-date curriculum design and material. When you choose to study at IH Toronto, you are choosing one of the best, and most flexible curriculum systems offered in any school. Each day is divided into five equal periods of 75 minutes each. The IH Toronto General English curriculum consists of classes in Grammar/Writing, Reading/Vocabulary, Listening/Pronunciation and Conversation. Through a variety of textbooks, modern teaching tools and audiovisual material, your teachers will ensure that you learn the English language quickly and effectively. You may also choose from Test Preparation or Specialized Courses, all of which consist of 2 or more study periods and can be taken on their own or in combination with other courses for more intensive studies. When you register for the Intensive Plus Program you are automatically enrolled in the Computer-Based Language Training course. In this course, you will have teacher-assisted access to one of the most complete and extensive computer-based language resource libraries.

Comfort, safety, location and affordability are all factors to consider when deciding on your choice of accommodation. We take great pride in the quality of our accommodation services. Your place of residence will always meet your needs and exceed your expectations. Many students choose homestays to further increase their exposure to the English language and Canadian culture. Living in a homestay also provides you with the comforts and warmth of living in a kind and supporting family.

Learning English is a lot easier when you have fun doing it. At IH Toronto, our other mission is to make sure you get to have fun! While improving your English is still our number one priority, we believe you must also gain new and memorable experiences, learn about Canadian culture, and make friends from around the world. Numerous trips are organized to enrich your stay in Canada. Camping trips to Northern Ontario, canoeing, hiking, biking and picnics in Ontario's beautiful parks are just the beginning. Visits to some of Toronto's famous attractions like Paramount Canada's Wonderland, the Canadian National Exhibition and Ontario Place will dazzle you. You can take in a baseball, basketball or hockey game at Rogers Centre or the Air Canada Centre and then tour the CN Tower after your game. Of course, there are exciting day and weekend trips to Niagara Falls, ski resorts for skiing and snow boarding, and hundreds of activities in which you can participate. The nightlife is just as thrilling and colourful. Join in the fun on our weekly "Bar Nights" or "Club Nights" for some laughter and dancing. Visit our unique multicultural neighborhoods and sample their cuisine in hundreds of authentic ethnic restaurants all around the city. Whatever your interest or hobby, you can be sure to find something to enjoy (we even have a shoe museum in Toronto). The great thing about being an IHT student is that you and your friends can participate in most of these activities free of charge. Activities that require a fee are offered at special student discounts.