French Immersion Courses in MONTREAL (Quebec)Montreal is a unique city in North America. It was founded in 1642 by French settlers and retains an old-world lifestyle. The old city center still has its ancient stone buildings, stone-paved roads and horse-drawn carriages. Next to Paris, it is the largest French-speaking city in the world with a population of 2.8 million. Some say it is a little piece of Europe in North America. Located on an island in the St. Lawrence River, Montreal is a city where you can experience live theatre and concerts in both languages. Treat yourself to cuisine from all over the world at a variety of excellent restaurants. Visit the beautiful countryside around Montreal. Watch the leaves turn color in the autumn or the city come alive in the summer. If you like outdoor activities, Montreal has everything from hiking and sailing in the warmer months to skiing and skating in the colder months. If you like shopping, go no further. Montreal is the fashion capital of Canada. Discover the “underground city” – you can shop in more than 11,700 boutiques and major department stores; or relax in popular restaurants and cafes; or end your evenings at the theatre or cinema-all without ever stepping outdoors. With Montreal’s convenient Metro system, everything is within your reach. Be sure to climb Mount Royal for a beautiful view of the city. Perhaps you would prefer to wander the cobblestone streets of the Old Port. Soak in the history and walk along the waterfront to see street performers and artists demonstrating their talents. Participate in some of the world-class events taking place in Montreal: the annual internationally acclaimed Jazz festival, the Just for Laughs comedy festival, or the Formula One auto race in June.
Language Studies Canada (LSC)The LSC French language school was founded in 1962. It is a supplier of language services to various offices of the Federal Government of Canada. It is listed and bonded as required by the Quebec Ministry of Education. LSC is a founder-member of the International Association of Language Centres (IALC), and it is the senior member of LSC Language Studies Canada, with sister-schools in Toronto and Vancouver. LSC is Montreal's only authorized test center for the University of Cambridge Local Examinations Syndicate (UCLES). The French school is centrally located in downtown Montreal at the intersection of St. Catherine West and Guy streets, within easy walking distance of the old town and the port area. A metro stop is located just one block away. LSC classrooms are light and bright with ample space for each student. The extensive Student Resource Centre is a multi-media facility. It contains computers, CD-ROM, audio and reading materials. You can take advantage of the Student Resource Centre for independent or guided study. Internet access and email are free. The LSC French Language School uses an integrated approach to all 4 language skills: listening, speaking, reading and writing, using a variety of textual, audio and video materials. LSC teachers are native French speakers.
French Language Courses 2008 and 2009:(All programs: Please add USD 100.00 Lingua Service Worldwide Application fee. See Application Procedures.) Standard French Course - Group 14 --- Maximum of 14 students per group. 20 French lessons per week, 60 minutes each. Prices: 1 week**: USD 417. 2 weeks : USD 612. 3 weeks: USD 811. 4 Weeks: USD 1038. 8 weeks: USD 1984. 12 weeks: USD 2762. 24 weeks: USD 5210. New! Semi-Intensive French Course - Group 14 --- Maximum of 14 students per group. 25 French lessons per week, 60 minutes each. Prices: 1 week**: USD 469. 2 weeks: USD 695. 3 weeks: USD 927. 4 Weeks: USD 1187. 8 weeks: USD 2280. 12 weeks: USD 3207. Intensive French Course - Group 14 --- Maximum of 14 students per group.30 French lessons per week, 60 minutes each. Prices: 1 week**: USD 505. 2 weeks: USD 760. 3 weeks: USD 1010. 4 Weeks: USD 1298. 8 weeks: USD 2503. 12 weeks: USD 3541. NOTES: - Text Book is not included in price. Please add $28.00 to the course prices. ** One week French courses are now available from October 2008 to 3 April 2009, and from 21 September 2009 to 8 January 2010.
One-To-One French Classes: 20 hours Minimum. 20 hrs: USD 1001. Each additional hour: USD 46. Starting Dates 2008: Beginners must start on the following dates. All other levels may start any Monday.
Holidays 2008: School is closed on 1 January, 21 March, 19 May, 24 June, 1 July, 1 Sept., 13 Oct., 25 Dec., 26 Dec. Starting Dates 2009: Beginners must start on the following dates. All other levels may start any Monday.
Holidays 2009: School is closed on 1 January, 10 April, 18 May, 24 June, 1 July, 7 Sept., 12 Oct., 24 Dec., 25 Dec.
Accommodations 2008 and 2009: Accommodations are offered with specially selected French speaking host families. Most host families are located in residential areas of Montreal, approximately 25 to 45 minutes away from the school via public transportation. Host Family--- Single Room / 2 meals a day. 1 week: USD 417, 2 weeks USD 547, 3 wks: USD 728, 4 wks: USD 909, 8 wks: USD 1633. 12 wks: USD 2357. New: Premium Host Family --- Single Room, private bathroom / 2 meals a day. 1 week: USD 491, 2 weeks USD 695, 3 wks: USD 950, 4 wks: USD 1205, 8 wks: USD 2225. 12 wks: USD 3245.
Residence / Hotels: Accommodation in local Residences/Hotels is also available upon request. Please contact us for pricing. Activities An activity program is available to allow students to experience Canadian culture and to make the student's stay in Montreal as enjoyable as possible. Some of the activities such as walking tours, hiking, school organized sports and some of the museum visits or cultural events offered are free of charge. All excursions and other activities where entrance fees are required are optional and offered at extra cost. Day trips and week-end excursions to places like Quebec City, Ottawa, Toronto and Niagara Falls are offered on a regular basis. At the beginning of each session (marked above as the beginner starting dates) the LSC Student Activities Coordinator will draw up a monthly calendar of activities that will be available at the administration office.
Don't go to camp, go to this wonderful Summer Language Adventure!!! (ages 13 to 17): French SUMMER LANGUAGE ADVENTURE 2009: LSC's French Summer Language Adventure (SLA) offers an effective small group French language course combined with an adventure in Canadian culture and lifestyle. This program is designed to provide a language learning experience in a fun setting. During July and August every year, SLA welcomes teenagers from all over the world to Montreal, the world's largest bilingual/bicultural city. SLA's French language classes are small and the program is geared towards providing language learning in an entertaining and meaningful context. This is a total immersion program with emphasis on verbal communication and listening comprehension. SLA activities are chosen to ensure that students are offered a balanced mix of sports and cultural outings. Some activities include: tour of the Olympic Stadium and Tower, ice skating at the Bell Amphitheater, a walking tour of the old-city and port, cycling along the Lachine Canal, a visit to the Biodome, museum visits, roller blading, pedal-boating, min-golf outings, picnics at Mount Royal combined with sports, etc. Accommodations are offered with local French speaking host families or at the school residence: Under Option A, students are accommodated with specially selected local families that have an active interest in hosting younger students and who create a welcoming atmosphere for SLA participants. Full board is included in the program. An optional evening activity program is offered at additional cost for those students placed in host families. A copy of the optional program will be sent with the enrollment confirmation. Under Option B, students are accommodated in a local residence with other students participating in the program. The residence is located at a local private high school and is fully supervised by LSC staff. Prices for students staying at the residence include accommodations, full board, public transportation card, and the evening activity program (this program is optional for students staying in host families). Summer Sessions In July and August 2009Sessions begin 21 June, 28 June, 5, 12, 19 and 26 July, 2 and 9 August. Please note that the last day of the program is August 21. The program runs irrespective of holidays. Students may study for 2, 3 or more weeks up to a maximum of 8 weeks. Instruction is available in English and French with a maximum of 15 students per class. There are 3 hours of classes each morning, and 3 hours of supervised activities including lunch each afternoon. Included in the package are: 3 meals a day, a Montreal transit pass, medical insurance up to a maximum of $1,000,000 Cdn., and two-way airport transfers, 15 French (or English) lessons per week. weekly performance appraisal, all course material and certificate of completion as well as all school organized activities (see below sample Activity Program!). Not included in the price: personal spending money and optional evening or week-end excursions offered to the regular LSC program participants**. Prices 2009: Option A: Program with Host Family stay: 2 Weeks: USD 1497. Extra weeks: USD 621 each. (does not include evening program) Option B: Program with Residence stay (double room): 2 Weeks: USD 2304. Extra weeks: USD 1015 each. (includes evening program). Residence only available until 14 August! Option C: Program with Residence stay (single room): 2 Weeks: USD 2304. Extra weeks: USD 1015 each. (includes evening program). Residence only available until 14 August! NOTE: For those students that have family or friends living in Montreal or are traveling with their parents, the SLA program may also be booked without accommodations. In this case the prices below include classes and activity program as described above but DO NOT include airport transfers, lodging, meals, transit pass and insurance: Prices: 2 Weeks: USD 853. Extra weeks: USD 352 each. French SLA Activity Program for 2009: Designed for teenagers, Language Adventure offers a balanced blend of activities which introduce students to the city and its culture as well as providing them with many opportunities to participate in sports. Montreal is host to several festivals, artistic and cultural events. The planned schedule takes advantage of Montreal's many attractions so that you can enjoy the best summer has to offer. LSC Monitors supervise our young students during the day activities program. They also act as guides on outings and as team leaders for sports. The Monitors are chosen for their experience working with or leading young people in group settings. All transportation and fees are handled by the school. Sample Included Activities (July):
Sample Included Activities (August):
Activities and excursions subject to change. Optional Evening and Weekend Excursions: ** SLA participants are welcome to join in the regular optional activities offered to LSC student body during the evenings and week-ends under the following conditions: A) activity does not include outing where alcoholic beverages are served (such as night club dancing, etc.). B) week-end excursions only in Canada (no SLA students allowed in excursions into the USA due to insurance restrictions). C) students must have written consent from parents/guardians in order to join a week-end excursion in Canada. D) in case of a two-day weekend excursion there will be an additional charge of CDN 50 per day -over and above the price of the excursion- and a minimum of 10 SLA students required. In these cases, LSC provides a special SLA chaperone to accompany the group in the over night excursions.
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