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1 The APPLEBY COLLEGE SUMMER ESL PROGRAM Program for students ages 12-16

Canada is one of the most ethnically diverse, multicultural nations on earth, and is highly ranked in government transparency, civil liberties, quality of life, economic freedom and education.

2 where are we located? Appleby College s Summer ESL Program is located in Oakville, Ontario, Canada on the shores of Lake Ontario. We are located just 20 minutes from downtown Toronto, and 30 minutes from Toronto s Pearson International Airport. Canada is one of the most ethnically diverse, multicultural nations on earth, and is highly ranked in government transparency, civil liberties, quality of life, economic freedom and education. 196,722 population of oakville, ontario, canada 35,540,419 Canada s population # 1 largest shared land border in the world (with U.S.A.) # 2 canada is the second largest country by total area > 30 C summer highs in parts of ontario # 2 oakville s ranking best canadian mid-size cities to live in by MoneySense magazine Appleby College, Oakville, Ontario 9,984,670 canada s total area in square kilometres # 2 Ontario is canada s second largest province 33% of the world s freshwater is in ontario 250,000 number of Freshwater Lakes in ontario # 1 canada s ranking worldwide in number of adults with postsecondary education 1857 the year oakville was founded by Colonel William Chisholm

WHAT SETS APPLEBY COLLEGE APART FROM THE REST?

women to become leaders of character, major contributors to, and valued

Appleby inspires its 750 students from grades 7 to 12 to pursue their

academic, athletic, and co-curricular programme that has been founded on the

Empowered, Universally Diverse, Community Spirited, Actively Engaged and

Appleby s model of educational excellence enables and encourages its students

3 WHAT SETS APPLEBY COLLEGE APART FROM THE REST? Founded in 1911, Appleby s mission is to educate and enable young men and women to become leaders of character, major contributors to, and valued representatives of their local, national, and international communities. Appleby inspires its 750 students from grades 7 to 12 to pursue their individual passions through an internationally recognized and innovative academic, athletic, and co-curricular programme that has been founded on the school s six Pillars of Strength: Academically Vital, Technologically Empowered, Universally Diverse, Community Spirited, Actively Engaged and Globally Responsible. Appleby s model of educational excellence enables and encourages its students to learn and discover independently and collaboratively, both inside and outside of the classroom. 750 Students: 475 Day, 275 boarding 7-12 grades studied at Appleby College 60 acre campus in oakville, ontario 16:1 average school year class size 40 + nationalities and cultures 9:1 student to advisor ratio 95% graduates accepted into their first choice university

4 Appleby s Summer ESL Program The Appleby College Summer ESL Program mirrors the core values and guiding principles, educational concepts and premier quality of Appleby College, while offering the ideal program length and style for students. Our program is designed for students aged 12 to 16 years with plans to attend secondary school or university in English speaking countries such as Canada or the USA, as well as those who have a strong desire to improve their English while experiencing Canadian life and culture. What Program is Right for Me? 3-Week program For students who seek to improve their English skills in a short amount of time, a 3-week non-credit program is offered in July. 4-Week credit* program For academically motivated students looking for a more intensive program, a 4-week credit program is offered in August. northward bound canoe adventure New for 2015, students in both sessions are invited to join our Northward Bound Canoe Adventure. 8-Week credit* & adventure program For students seeking full summer immersion, our 8-week credit & adventure program is the ideal choice. * Upon successful completion of a 4-week session, students are granted an Ontario High School ESL credit that is recognized by the Ontario Ministry of Education. This credit can be added to the student s overall study record at any Ontario High School. (Credit is not valid towards an Appleby College education). Some of Our Many Program Features: STRONG AND FOCUSED ACADEMIC NATURE Central to the Appleby Summer ESL Program is its strong and focused academic nature, with 30 hours of classroom instruction per week. Students are placed in one of five levels based on their comprehensive entry placement test. SAFE AND SUPPORTIVE ENVIRONMENT Students are cared for by a supportive team of engaging professionals. Our team is comprised of highly skilled, motivated individuals with a strong desire to see all students excel in their studies while enjoying the experience to its fullest. HIGHLY QUALIFIED INSTRUCTORS Our ESL instructors are carefully selected, highly qualified professionals who hold university degrees in Education as well as certification in teaching English as a second language. All instructors and residential counselors are native English speakers who have ample experience working with international students of all levels, oftentimes overseas. small class sizes Appleby College s Summer ESL Program classes have an average of 12 students or less per class to better maximize learning potential. fun and engaging activities Fun and varied sports and social games are offered daily. Exciting weekend excursions to the best attractions maximize the fun and learning, with on-campus swimming offered at least once a week.

5 Niagara Falls Ripley s Aquarium Playdium Entertainment Centre Canada s Wonderland Wild Water Kingdom Bowling Activities and Trips Appleby s Summer ESL Program is about much more than learning English. It s about having a lot of fun, making friends from around the world, and about maturing as a person and student. Our in-class instruction is complemented by fun and engaging afternoon and evening activities as well as weekend trips to major attractions in and around Toronto and the Niagara region. All of our activities are designed to encourage students to practice and further develop their English language skills. CN Tower Dance Soccer Toronto Blue Jays Baseball Game Volleyball Stand Up Paddleboarding

THE Northward bound canoe adventure NEW!

designed to teach students the technical skills

self-confidence, responsibility, co-operation and

environmental issues, all of which contribute to

This incredible adventure is now available to

Join us for an unforgettable 7-day, 6-night canoe

Students will experience some of Ontario s most

camp and in tents along the portage route.

wilderness living and navigation, leadership

6 THE Northward bound canoe adventure NEW! Appleby s Northward Bound Canoe Adventure is designed to teach students the technical skills associated with wilderness travel and to foster self-confidence, responsibility, co-operation and a sense of accomplishment and awareness of environmental issues, all of which contribute to character growth. This incredible adventure is now available to Appleby College Summer ESL students! Join us for an unforgettable 7-day, 6-night canoe & camping experience. Students will experience some of Ontario s most pristine wilderness - ideal for canoeing, hiking and exploring. Students will spend nights in cabins at the base camp and in tents along the portage route. Activities include rock-climbing, canoeing, wilderness living and navigation, leadership training, and environmental awareness. This incredible adventure is now available to Appleby Summer ESL students! To ensure students have the most memorable and safe experience possible, we ensure that the program is run by qualified and trained staff. For more details, please visit

campus life: accommodations Appleby Summer ESL students reside in our well-appointed air-conditioned

Each residence house offers common rooms for students, providing a casual and comfortable social

Males and females are accommodated separately and all rooms are fully furnished with beds and

Self-serve laundry facilities are provided free of charge.

7 campus life: accommodations Appleby Summer ESL students reside in our well-appointed air-conditioned student residence houses on campus, with two students to a room. Each residence house offers common rooms for students, providing a casual and comfortable social space. Males and females are accommodated separately and all rooms are fully furnished with beds and linens, individual study spaces, closets and are Wi-Fi accessible. Self-serve laundry facilities are provided free of charge. With the health and safety of each student as our utmost priority, we provide 24/7 supervision from arrival in Canada to program departure. Our caring and supportive residential counselors live alongside students in the residential houses and attend all activities and excursions. All instructors and residential counselors are certified Ontario teachers recently trained in First Aid and CPR-C, have completed a police check and participate in Appleby s pre-summer orientation to ensure proper training and preparation.

campus life: meals Three nutritious buffet-style meals

All meals are eaten in our beautiful lakeview dining

All foods are freshly prepared on-site by Appleby s

Fruits and snacks are also prepared and provided daily.

8 campus life: meals Three nutritious buffet-style meals are served daily. All meals are eaten in our beautiful lakeview dining hall, centrally located on campus. All foods are freshly prepared on-site by Appleby s excellent year-round catering team. Fruits and snacks are also prepared and provided daily. Most dietary restrictions are easily accommodated; allergies, vegetarian, vegan, halal, etc. Please contact us with your specific requirements.

campus life: facilities From the picturesque lakefront to the

ideal combination of beautiful natural surroundings and

Summer ESL students have access to all of Appleby s world class

laptop computer for every student, dance studio, outstanding sports

9 campus life: facilities From the picturesque lakefront to the various natural and turf sports fields, Appleby College offers the ideal combination of beautiful natural surroundings and contemporary facilities. Summer ESL students have access to all of Appleby s world class facilities, including state-of-the-art Wi-Fi enabled classrooms, a laptop computer for every student, dance studio, outstanding sports facilities including tennis courts and swimming pool, and a beautiful 60-acre campus with scenic walking trails and beautiful gardens.

10 Sample 4-WEEk schedule SUNDAY MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY WEEK 1 WEEK 2 WEEK 3 WEEK 4 Arrivals English level test Level assignment First class Campus tour Program meeting & orientation Free time Soccer Social games Basketball/Yoga Swimming Volleyball/Tennis Shopping in downtown Oakville Dance studio Off campus social night: Skyzone Trampoline Dodgeball Niagara Falls Mall Shopping Oakville Scavenger Hunt Week 2 test & Tennis Student-of-the-week awards Flag football Board games Dance studio/tennis Free time Visit Bronte Village Swimming Project presentation Volleyball/Yoga Off campus social night: Cinema Canada s Wonderland Amusement Park Toronto Blue Jays Baseball Game Week 3 test & Volleyball Student-of-the-week awards Dance studio Karaoke (in residence) Visit Appleby College Shop Swimming Volleyball/Basketball Free time Project presentation Volleyball/Basketball Off campus social night: Playdium Entertainment Centre CN Tower & Ripley s Aquarium Wild Water Kingdom Water Park Dance studio/soccer Student-of-the-week awards Ultimate frisbee Swimming Dodgeball/Tennis Free time Final ESL test Class presentations Talent show rehearsal Farewell dinner Talent show & party Summary writing Test review Presentation of certificates End of session Departures Final departures * Excursion dates and destinations are subject to change.

11 2015 program options, dates and fees ESL Program Options: Boarding Students Includes 30 hours of ESL classroom instruction per week; Individual Study Record and possible one Ontario High School credit at the end of program; on campus shared accommodation; three buffet-style meals daily plus snacks and fruits; on-site 24/7 supervision by certified counselors; use of sports facilities; off campus excursions on Friday night and weekends; Medical insurance in Canada; All land transportation during program and airport transfer. 3-Week Boarding Program July 6-July 24 $3,950 CAD * 4-Week Boarding Program including 1-week northward bound canoe adventure July 6-August 1 $5,450 CAD 4-Week Boarding Program August 3-August28 $5,350 CAD 5-Week Boarding Program including 1-week northward bound canoe adventure July 26-August 28 $6,850 CAD * 13% HST will be applied to this program. 8-Week Boarding Program including 1-week northward bound canoe adventure July 6-August 28 $10,500 CAD ESL Program Options: Day Students Includes 30 hours of ESL classroom instruction per week; Individual Study Record and possible one Ontario High School credit at the end of program; hot buffet style lunch on class days; afternoon social and sports activities with boarding students; excursions can be attended on separate fee basis. 3-Week day student Program July 6-July 24 $1,575 CAD 4-Week day student Program including 1-week northward bound canoe adventure July 6-August 1 $3,075 CAD 4-Week day student Program August 3-August 28 $2,100 CAD 5-Week day student Program including 1-week northward bound canoe adventure July 26-August 28 $3,600 CAD 7-Week day student Program July 6-August 28 (no classes July 27-31) $3,600 CAD 8-Week day student Program including 1-week northward bound canoe adventure July 6-August 28 $5,100 CAD

12 I really enjoy this place. It s great being here for the second time. I have formed great relationships with many of the people here and they are becoming a family to me. I hope my friends and counselors never change because they make my summer better every day. Ana, Barcelona, Spain I like many things about the Appleby Summer ESL Program. First of all, Appleby has a very nice campus and there are lots of things to do. Secondly, I enjoy the sports and activities we do in the afternoons and weekends. I have experienced many things for the first time this summer. Finally, the education is very good. I have improved my English and I am happy to be here. Bora, Istanbul, Turkey I love Appleby because: 1. The food is fantastic; 2. We play many fun sports; 3. There are many good teachers; 4. I have a great roommate; 5. The campus is big and beautiful; 6. There s Wi-Fi everywhere; 7. There are many things to do. Jerry, Shenzhen, China contact us For more information about Appleby College s ESL Summer Program and to register, please phone ext.118 or SummerESL@appleby.on.ca.

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