English school in Whistler: IH-Whistler
- School
Information 2010
Information 2011
School
Our partner school is located in the heart of Whistler village, in one of the world’s most beautiful mountain resorts. Even though learning English is the number one priority, the school’s program is especially designed to enable you to take maximum advantage of the area’s incredible natural resources, with teachers who are passionate about mountains, just like you. At the school, you can access the Internet free of charge (WiFi connection) and take a well-earned break in the comfortable student lounge. It is located just moments from the Alpha Lake Park and the first of the ski lifts… Its small size and the teachers’ availability create a very friendly atmosphere that will make your language studies in the magical mountains of British Columbia an unforgettable experience… Excitement guaranteed!
Our partner school is located in the heart of Whistler village, in one of the world’s most beautiful mountain resorts. Even though learning English is the number one priority, the school’s program is especially designed to enable you to take maximum advantage of the area’s incredible natural resources, with teachers who are passionate about mountains, just like you. At the school, you can access the Internet free of charge (WiFi connection) and take a well-earned break in the comfortable student lounge. It is located just moments from the Alpha Lake Park and the first of the ski lifts… Its small size and the teachers’ availability create a very friendly atmosphere that will make your language studies in the magical mountains of British Columbia an unforgettable experience… Excitement guaranteed!
Information
Courses
Standard course winter: 30.11.09-24.04.10
Lessons: 20 of 55 minutes
(15 general + 5 optional)
Course duration: 1 - 24 week(s)
Level: Beginner to Advanced
Students/class: max. 10 people
Minimum age: 18 years
Daily schedule: 08:30-11:30 or 14:00-17:00
Standard course (summer) 27.04.10 - 27.11.10
Lessons: 15 of 55 minutes
Course duration: 1 - 48 week(s)
Level: Beginner to Advanced
Students/class: max. 10 people
Minimum age: 18 years
Daily schedule: 09:00-12:00
Intensive course summer: 27.04.10 - 27.11.10
Lessons: 25 of 55 minutes
Course duration: 1 - 48 week(s)
Level: Beginner to Advanced
Students/class: max. 10 people
Minimum age: 18 years
Daily schedule: 09:00-12:00 + 13:00-15:00
Cambridge course (FCE, CAE)
Lessons: 25 of 55 minutes
Course duration: 12 week(s)
+1 extra week of accommodation (exams)
Level: Intermediate to Advanced
Students/class: max. 10 people
Minimum age: 18 years
Daily schedule: 08:30-11:30 + 17:00-19:00 or 13:00-18:00 / summer : 09:00-15:00
Standard course (winter) 29.11.09-24.04.10
Lessons: 15 + 5* of 55 minutes (*optional lessons)
Course duration: 2 to 24 weeks
Levels: Beginner to advanced
Students/class: max. 10 people
Minimum age: 18 years
Daily schedule: 08:30-11:30 or 14:00-17:00
Standard course (summer) 25.04.10-27.11.10
Lessons: 15 of 55 minutes
Daily schedule: 09:00-12:00
Details: cf. standard course (winter)
Intensive course (summer) 25.04.10-27.11.10
Lessons: 25 of 55 minutes
Daily schedule: 09:00-12:00 + 13:00-15:00
Details: cf. standard course (winter)
Preparation for Cambridge exams (FCE, CAE)
Lessons: 25 of 55 minutes
Course duration: 12* weeks
*+1 extra week of accommodation (exams)
Levels: Intermediate to advanced
Daily schedule - winter: 08:30-11:30 + 17:00-19:00 or 13:00-18:00
Daily schedule - summer: 09:00-15:00
Details: cf. standard course
Exams in Vancouver, transport at your expense
Core Camp (Ski/snowboard)
Special programme, consult our web page or contact us for more information.
Lessons: 15 + 5* of 55 minutes (*optional lessons)
Course duration: 2 to 24 weeks
Levels: Beginner to advanced
Students/class: max. 10 people
Minimum age: 18 years
Daily schedule: 08:30-11:30 or 14:00-17:00
Standard course (summer) 25.04.10-27.11.10
Lessons: 15 of 55 minutes
Daily schedule: 09:00-12:00
Details: cf. standard course (winter)
Intensive course (summer) 25.04.10-27.11.10
Lessons: 25 of 55 minutes
Daily schedule: 09:00-12:00 + 13:00-15:00
Details: cf. standard course (winter)
Preparation for Cambridge exams (FCE, CAE)
Lessons: 25 of 55 minutes
Course duration: 12* weeks
*+1 extra week of accommodation (exams)
Levels: Intermediate to advanced
Daily schedule - winter: 08:30-11:30 + 17:00-19:00 or 13:00-18:00
Daily schedule - summer: 09:00-15:00
Details: cf. standard course
Exams in Vancouver, transport at your expense
Core Camp (Ski/snowboard)
Special programme, consult our web page or contact us for more information.
Standard course winter: 28.11.10-23.04.11
Lessons: 20 of 55 minutes
(15 general + 5 optional)
Course duration: 1 - 24 week(s)
Level: Beginner to Advanced
Students/class: max. 10 people
Minimum age: 18 years
Daily schedule: 08:30-11:30 or 14:00-17:00
Standard course (summer) 24.04.11 - 26.11.11
Lessons: 15 of 55 minutes
Course duration: 1 - 48 week(s)
Level: Beginner to Advanced
Students/class: max. 10 people
Minimum age: 18 years
Daily schedule: 09:00-12:00
Intensive course summer: 24.04.11 - 26.11.11
Lessons: 25 of 55 minutes
Course duration: 1 - 48 week(s)
Level: Beginner to Advanced
Students/class: max. 10 people
Minimum age: 18 years
Daily schedule: 09:00-12:00 + 13:00-15:00
Cambridge course (FCE, CAE)
Lessons: 25 of 55 minutes
Course duration: 10 week(s)
Level: Intermediate to Advanced
Students/class: max. 10 people
Minimum age: 18 years
Daily schedule: 08:30-11:30 + 17:00-19:00 or 13:00-18:00 / summer : 09:00-15:00
Cambridge course (FCE, CAE)
Lessons: 25 of 55 minutes
Course duration: 12 week(s)
+1 extra week of accommodation (exams)
Level: Intermediate to Advanced
Students/class: max. 10 people
Minimum age: 18 years
Daily schedule: 08:30-11:30 + 17:00-19:00 or 13:00-18:00 / summer : 09:00-15:00
Standard course (winter) (28.11.10-23.04.11)
Lessons: 15 + 5* of 55 minutes (*optional lessons)
Course duration: 2 to 24 weeks
Levels: Beginner to advanced
Students/class: max. 10 people
Minimum age: 18 years
Daily schedule: 08:30-11:30 or 14:00-17:00
Standard course (summer) (24.04.11-26.11.11)
Lessons: 15 of 55 minutes
Daily schedule: 09:00-12:00
Details: cf. standard course (winter)
Intensive course (summer) (24.04.11-26.11.11)
Lessons: 25 of 55 minutes
Daily schedule: 09:00-12:00 + 13:00-15:00
Details: cf. standard course (winter)
Preparation for Cambridge exams (FCE, CAE)
Lessons: 25 of 55 minutes
Course duration: 12* weeks
*+1 extra week of accommodation (exams)
Levels: Intermediate to advanced
Daily schedule - winter: 08:30-11:30 + 17:00-19:00 or 13:00-18:00
Daily schedule - summer: 09:00-15:00
Details: cf. standard course
Exams in Vancouver, transport at your expense
Core Camp (Ski/snowboard)
Special programme, consult our web page or contact us for more information.
Lessons: 15 + 5* of 55 minutes (*optional lessons)
Course duration: 2 to 24 weeks
Levels: Beginner to advanced
Students/class: max. 10 people
Minimum age: 18 years
Daily schedule: 08:30-11:30 or 14:00-17:00
Standard course (summer) (24.04.11-26.11.11)
Lessons: 15 of 55 minutes
Daily schedule: 09:00-12:00
Details: cf. standard course (winter)
Intensive course (summer) (24.04.11-26.11.11)
Lessons: 25 of 55 minutes
Daily schedule: 09:00-12:00 + 13:00-15:00
Details: cf. standard course (winter)
Preparation for Cambridge exams (FCE, CAE)
Lessons: 25 of 55 minutes
Course duration: 12* weeks
*+1 extra week of accommodation (exams)
Levels: Intermediate to advanced
Daily schedule - winter: 08:30-11:30 + 17:00-19:00 or 13:00-18:00
Daily schedule - summer: 09:00-15:00
Details: cf. standard course
Exams in Vancouver, transport at your expense
Core Camp (Ski/snowboard)
Special programme, consult our web page or contact us for more information.
Accommodation
Host family
Staying with a family in Whistler is the best way of learning English and immersing yourself in the Canadian culture. Host families are selected with care by our partner school and are mostly situated only a few minutes away from the language school building (the furthest live around 30 minutes by bus away). You will have your own bedroom and full board provided.
Residence
Our partner school also proposes accommodation in a residence in Whistler. Each of these typical Canadian houses has all of the comfort necessary in order that you can relax after your English classes, including a fitted kitchen, a dining room, a TV and a WiFi connection. The accommodation is in double rooms and meals are not included. The residences are situated around 15 minutes' walking distance or by bus away from the school.
Staying with a family in Whistler is the best way of learning English and immersing yourself in the Canadian culture. Host families are selected with care by our partner school and are mostly situated only a few minutes away from the language school building (the furthest live around 30 minutes by bus away). You will have your own bedroom and full board provided.
Residence
Our partner school also proposes accommodation in a residence in Whistler. Each of these typical Canadian houses has all of the comfort necessary in order that you can relax after your English classes, including a fitted kitchen, a dining room, a TV and a WiFi connection. The accommodation is in double rooms and meals are not included. The residences are situated around 15 minutes' walking distance or by bus away from the school.
Host family
Staying with a family in Whistler is the best way of learning English and immersing yourself in the Canadian culture. Host families are selected with care by our partner school and are mostly situated only a few minutes away from the language school building (the furthest live around 30 minutes by bus away). You will have your own bedroom and full board provided.
Residence
Our partner school also proposes accommodation in a residence in Whistler. Each of these typical Canadian houses has all of the comfort necessary in order that you can relax after your English classes, including a fitted kitchen, a dining room, a TV and a WiFi connection. The accommodation is in double rooms and meals are not included. The residences are situated around 15 minutes' walking distance or by bus away from the school.
Staying with a family in Whistler is the best way of learning English and immersing yourself in the Canadian culture. Host families are selected with care by our partner school and are mostly situated only a few minutes away from the language school building (the furthest live around 30 minutes by bus away). You will have your own bedroom and full board provided.
Residence
Our partner school also proposes accommodation in a residence in Whistler. Each of these typical Canadian houses has all of the comfort necessary in order that you can relax after your English classes, including a fitted kitchen, a dining room, a TV and a WiFi connection. The accommodation is in double rooms and meals are not included. The residences are situated around 15 minutes' walking distance or by bus away from the school.
Leisure
Whistler… excitement guaranteed!
The choice of activities is simply enormous. A glittering blanket of powder snow for carving perfect curves or sledding awaits you, in winter and summer alike. And the crystalline waters of the mountain lakes are ideal for kayaking, swimming or fishing for rainbow trout. From extreme sports (like bungee jumping or glacier climbing) to peaceful walks, everything is possible in Whistler… it’s enough to love the open air. In the evening, the ski resort comes alive to make way for parties. Get ready for a great time!
The choice of activities is simply enormous. A glittering blanket of powder snow for carving perfect curves or sledding awaits you, in winter and summer alike. And the crystalline waters of the mountain lakes are ideal for kayaking, swimming or fishing for rainbow trout. From extreme sports (like bungee jumping or glacier climbing) to peaceful walks, everything is possible in Whistler… it’s enough to love the open air. In the evening, the ski resort comes alive to make way for parties. Get ready for a great time!
Whistler… excitement guaranteed!
The choice of activities is simply enormous. A glittering blanket of powder snow for carving perfect curves or sledding awaits you, in winter and summer alike. And the crystalline waters of the mountain lakes are ideal for kayaking, swimming or fishing for rainbow trout. From extreme sports (like bungee jumping or glacier climbing) to peaceful walks, everything is possible in Whistler… it’s enough to love the open air. In the evening, the ski resort comes alive to make way for parties. Get ready for a great time!
The choice of activities is simply enormous. A glittering blanket of powder snow for carving perfect curves or sledding awaits you, in winter and summer alike. And the crystalline waters of the mountain lakes are ideal for kayaking, swimming or fishing for rainbow trout. From extreme sports (like bungee jumping or glacier climbing) to peaceful walks, everything is possible in Whistler… it’s enough to love the open air. In the evening, the ski resort comes alive to make way for parties. Get ready for a great time!
At a glance
/ in summary...
| Number of inhabitants |
10'000 |
| School size |
S |
| Levels | Beginner to advanced |
| Minimum age |
18 years |
| Accommodation | Host family/Residence |
| Exams | FCE, CAE |
| Number of inhabitants |
10'000 |
| School size |
S |
| Levels | Beginner to advanced |
| Minimum age |
18 years |
| Accommodation | Host family/Residence |
| Exams | FCE, CAE |
Location of the language school IH-Whistler
Quality marks
/ language school IH-Whistler
WiFi is free.
Disabled access at school
Key points
- Experienced school with a friendly, family atmosphere
- Central location just near the ski fields
- Exceptional activities programme (Core Ski & Snowboard Camps)
- Very good value for money
- Experienced school with a friendly, family atmosphere
- Central location just near the ski fields
- Exceptional activities programme (Core Ski & Snowboard Camps)
- Very good value for money
Nationality Mix
Dates and Prices
For further information concerning the school dates and prices, please contact us.
/ Dates and prices in CAD
(CAD 1 ≈ EUR 0.74) Not-binding exchange rate
Arrival day: Sunday prior to course start
Departure: Saturday following course end
Departure: Saturday following course end
| Standard course winter: 30.11.09-24.04.10 : | 04.01 / 11.01 / 18.01 / 25.01 / 01.02 / 08.02 / 15.02 / 22.02 / 01.03 / 08.03 / 15.03 / 22.03 / 29.03 / 05.04 / 12.04 .2010 |
| Standard course (summer) 27.04.10 - 27.11.10: | 26.04 / 03.05 / 10.05 / 17.05 / 24.05 / 31.05 / 07.06 / 14.06 / 21.06 / 28.06 / 05.07 / 12.07 / 19.07 / 26.07 / 02.08 / 09.08 / 16.08 / 23.08 / 30.08 / 06.09 / 13.09 / 20.09 / 27.09 / 04.10 / 11.10 / 18.10 / 25.10 / 01.11 / 08.11 / 15.11 .2010 |
| Intensive course summer: 27.04.10 - 27.11.10: | 26.04 / 03.05 / 10.05 / 17.05 / 24.05 / 31.05 / 07.06 / 14.06 / 21.06 / 28.06 / 05.07 / 12.07 / 19.07 / 26.07 / 02.08 / 09.08 / 16.08 / 23.08 / 30.08 / 06.09 / 13.09 / 20.09 / 27.09 / 04.10 / 11.10 / 18.10 / 25.10 / 01.11 / 08.11 / 15.11 .2010 |
| Cambridge course (FCE, CAE) 12+1 w.: | 22.03.2010 - 20.06.2010 / 13.09.2010 - 12.12.2010 |
Included in price
- Language course & course material
- Host family or residence
- School enrolment fee & certificate
- Documents & travel guide
| Standard course winter: 30.11.09-24.04.10 | A | B |
|---|---|---|
| 1 week(s) | 1055 | 950 |
| 2 week(s) | 1785 | 1575 |
| 3 week(s) | 2515 | 2200 |
| 4 week(s) | 3165 | 2745 |
| 6 week(s) | 4585 | 3955 |
| 8 week(s) | 6005 | 5165 |
| 12 week(s) | 8845 | 7585 |
| 16 week(s) | 11365 | 9685 |
| 24 week(s) | 16885 | 14365 |
| Standard course (summer) 27.04.10 - 27.11.10 | A | B |
|---|---|---|
| 1 week(s) | 865 | 825 |
| 2 week(s) | 1405 | 1325 |
| 3 week(s) | 1945 | 1825 |
| 4 week(s) | 2445 | 2285 |
| 6 week(s) | 3505 | 3265 |
| 8 week(s) | 4565 | 4245 |
| 12 week(s) | 6685 | 6205 |
| 16 week(s) | 8645 | 8005 |
| 24 week(s) | 12805 | 11845 |
| Extra week (24+) | 520 | 480 |
| Intensive course summer: 27.04.10 - 27.11.10 | A | B |
|---|---|---|
| 2 week(s) | 1575 | 1495 |
| 3 week(s) | 2200 | 2080 |
| 4 week(s) | 2745 | 2585 |
| 6 week(s) | 3955 | 3715 |
| 8 week(s) | 5165 | 4845 |
| 12 week(s) | 7585 | 7105 |
| 16 week(s) | 9685 | 9045 |
| 24 week(s) | 14365 | 13405 |
| Extra week (24+) | 585 | 545 |
| Cambridge course (FCE, CAE) | A | B |
|---|---|---|
| 12+1 week(s) | 8555 | 8035 |
| Exam fee ~240 | ||
| Options/Extras | |
|---|---|
| Airport transfer (on arrival) | 175 |
| Airport pick-up and drop-off (Vancouver) | 275 |
| Residence deposit (to be paid on site) | 200 |
| Other Types of Accommodation | |
|---|---|
| Host family/single room/full board | +250/w. |
| Host family/single room/full board | +65/w. |
| Residence/double room/no meals | -40/w. |
| Residence/single room/no meals | +105/w. |
| Low/high season |
|---|
For further information concerning the school dates and prices, please contact us.
/ Dates and prices in CAD
(CAD 1 ≈ EUR 0.74) Not-binding exchange rate
Arrival day: Sunday prior to course start
Departure: Saturday following course end
Departure: Saturday following course end
| Standard course winter: 28.11.10-23.04.11 : | 03.01 / 10.01 / 17.01 / 24.01 / 31.01 / 07.02 / 14.02 / 21.02 / 28.02 / 07.03 / 14.03 / 21.03 / 28.03 / 04.04 / 11.04 / 18.04 .2011 |
| Standard course (summer) 24.04.11 - 26.11.11: | 25.04 / 02.05 / 09.05 / 16.05 / 23.05 / 30.05 / 06.06 / 13.06 / 20.06 / 27.06 / 04.07 / 11.07 / 18.07 / 25.07 / 01.08 / 08.08 / 15.08 / 22.08 / 29.08 / 05.09 / 12.09 / 19.09 / 26.09 / 03.10 / 10.10 / 17.10 / 24.10 / 31.10 / 07.11 / 14.11 / 21.11 .2011 |
| Intensive course summer: 24.04.11 - 26.11.11: | 25.04 / 02.05 / 09.05 / 16.05 / 23.05 / 30.05 / 06.06 / 13.06 / 20.06 / 27.06 / 04.07 / 11.07 / 18.07 / 25.07 / 01.08 / 08.08 / 15.08 / 22.08 / 29.08 / 05.09 / 12.09 / 19.09 / 26.09 / 03.10 / 10.10 / 17.10 / 24.10 / 31.10 / 07.11 / 14.11 / 21.11 .2011 |
| Cambridge course (FCE, CAE) 10 w.: | 03.01.2011 - 13.03.2011 |
| Cambridge course (FCE, CAE) 12+1 w.: | 21.03.2011 - 18.06.2011 / 12.09.2011 - 10.12.2011 |
| Bank holidays: | 22.04 / 23.05 / 01.07 / 02.08 / 06.09 / 11.10 / 11.11 / 23.12 / 26.12 .2011 |
Included in price
- Language course & course material
- Host family or residence
- School enrolment fee & certificate
- Documents & travel guide
| Standard course winter: 28.11.10-23.04.11 | A | B |
|---|---|---|
| 1 week(s) | 1055 | 880 |
| 2 week(s) | 1785 | 1435 |
| 3 week(s) | 2515 | 1990 |
| 4 week(s) | 3165 | 2465 |
| 6 week(s) | 4585 | 3535 |
| 8 week(s) | 6005 | 4605 |
| 12 week(s) | 8845 | 6745 |
| 16 week(s) | 11365 | 8565 |
| 24 week(s) | 16885 | 12685 |
| Standard course (summer) 24.04.11 - 26.11.11 | A | B |
|---|---|---|
| 1 week(s) | 865 | 755 |
| 2 week(s) | 1405 | 1185 |
| 3 week(s) | 1945 | 1615 |
| 4 week(s) | 2445 | 2005 |
| 6 week(s) | 3505 | 2845 |
| 8 week(s) | 4565 | 3685 |
| 12 week(s) | 6685 | 5365 |
| 16 week(s) | 8645 | 6885 |
| 24 week(s) | 12805 | 10165 |
| Extra week (24+) | 520 | 410 |
| Intensive course summer: 24.04.11 - 26.11.11 | A | B |
|---|---|---|
| 1 week(s) | 950 | 840 |
| 2 week(s) | 1575 | 1355 |
| 3 week(s) | 2200 | 1870 |
| 4 week(s) | 2745 | 2305 |
| 6 week(s) | 3955 | 3295 |
| 8 week(s) | 5165 | 4285 |
| 12 week(s) | 7585 | 6265 |
| 16 week(s) | 9685 | 7925 |
| 24 week(s) | 14365 | 11725 |
| Extra week (24+) | 585 | 475 |
| Cambridge course (FCE, CAE) | A | B |
|---|---|---|
| 10 week(s) | 6975 | 5875 |
| Exam fee ~240 | ||
| Cambridge course (FCE, CAE) | A | B |
|---|---|---|
| 12+1 week(s) | 8555 | 7125 |
| Exam fee ~240 | ||
| Options/Extras | |
|---|---|
| Airport transfer (on arrival) | 175 |
| Airport pick-up and drop-off (Vancouver) | 275 |
| Residence deposit (to be paid on site) | 200 |
| Other Types of Accommodation | |
|---|---|
| Host family/single room/full board | +250/w. |
| Host family/single room/full board | +65/w. |
| Residence/double room/no meals (IHW Student House) | -110/w. |
| Residence/single room/no meals (IHW Student House) | +175/w. |
| Low/high season | |
|---|---|
| Residence/double room/no meals (IHW Student House) (27.11.11 - 31.12.11) | +70/w. |
| Residence/double room/no meals (IHW Student House) (27.11.10 - 23.04.11) | +70/w. |
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