english as a second language at pickering college Summer 14 ESL Camp 4-week sessions: June 22 July 18, 2014 July 20 August 15, 2014 3-week session: June 28 July 18, 2014 study in canada Independent Co-educational Day and Boarding School since 1842 JK to University Preparatory 16945 Bayview Avenue, Newmarket, Ontario, Canada L3Y 4X2 Visit us at www.pickeringcollege.on.ca pickering college Learning For Life. Creating The Future.
Pickering College Student Lounge Pickering College YMCA Outdoor Centre: Teambuilding Outdoor Education Centre: Camping An Exciting Summer Program Pickering College has exciting summer program for students who plan to study in an English-speaking school or who wish to study English as an academic subject in their own country. Age: 12 to 18 years old Location: pickering College is one of Canada s oldest independent schools focused on providing students with the social conscience, confidence and skills to shape the future. Our 42 acre campus is an ideal location for a unique program that combines intellectual learning with a summer vacation in Ontario, Canada. English as a Second Language (ESL) Program: students benefit from small classes, twelve students per instructor. the ESL Summer Program focuses on reading, writing, speaking and oral comprehension. Classroom instruction is directed to the skills that are needed in school study. Practical assignments are given and include computer instruction. All aspects of the program provide opportunity for leadership development and personal growth through peer support, creative problem-solving and team-building. A Truly Canadian Experience! there is so much to see and do while learning at Pickering College! To complement our classroom studies, many exciting excursions have been planned for this summer. Below is an example of some of the activities that you can expect this summer.* Premium Escorted All Day Weekend Trips 3 days and 2 nights weekend trip to an Outdoor Education Centre in Ontario, including tour of the forest, canopy walk through the trees and canoeing. Day trip to Niagara Falls, Ontario Canada s Wonderland Amusement Park CN Tower, the tallest free-standing structure in the world Toronto Blue Jays baseball game at Rogers Centre Evening Activities On-campus Sports Cultural Night Talent Show Off-campus Miniature golf Bowling Movie Night Shopping * Please check our website for a complete detail schedule of the activities. Please note that all trips are subject to change. 2014 Session Dates 4-Week Sessions: June 22 July 18 July 20 August 15 3-Week Session: June 28 July 18 The 4 Weeks All Inclusive ESL Camp fee/tuition of $5,200 cdn consists of: 25 hours per week of language instruction (approx.) 24-hour supervision by Pickering College staff Accommodation in a modern twin-bed study room Three meals per day and daily snacks Health insurance while at Pickering College Report card, certificate of completion and camp T-shirt All Premium escorted weekend and evening social travel programs Leadership development and teambuilding day trip to YMCA Outdoor Centre Mandatory sports and recreational activities from 3pm 4:30pm, we will be offering two options per week (subject to change): Sports: Soccer, Volleyball, Ultimate Frisbee, Baseball Recreational: Baking, Drama, Crafts, Scrapbooking, Sculpting Additional Costs: $200 CAD damage & key deposit which will be refunded upon departure if not required Airplane ticket and personal spending money Optional: $150 CAD Airport pick up and drop off For $200CAD discount*: Register prior to March 1, 2014 Register for both sessions A returning camper or A Pickering College boarding student 2014-2015 school year Pickering College Gymnasium Pickering College Computer Lab Pickering College Classroom Pickering College Accommodation Pickering College Servery For more information, please visit our website at www.pickeringcollege.on.ca or call 905.895.1700 ext. 402 or email eslsummer@pickeringcollege.on.ca * This discount is not applicable for students coming in groups through the same agent.
Sample Weekday Schedule What People are Saying about the ESL Camp 06:45 Rising Bell/Wake Up 07:15 Breakfast 08:00 Room Check In 08:30 Instructional Period #1 10:00 Break 10:15 Instructional Period #2 12:00 Lunch 13:00 Instructional Period #3 15:00 Mandatory Sports/ Recreational Activities 16:30 Free Time 17:30 Dinner 18:30 Evening Program 22:30 Lights Out/Quiet Time Sample Weekend Schedule 09:00 Rising Bell/Wake Up 09:30 Breakfast 10:15 Depart for Day trip 12:30 Lunch (on trip) 18:00 Return from Day Trip Supervision The ESL camp is managed and supervised by experienced staff of Pickering College; 24-hour-a-day supervision is provided by residential counselors and tour escorts of university age or older. These counselors are there to ensure students have a safe, exciting and enjoyable stay. Visa Requirements Outdoor Education Centre: Canoeing Depending on your country of origin and the type and length of study, you may require a temporary resident visa or a study permit. Please check the Citizenship and Immigration Canada website for information about the type of documentation required and the list of countries that require visa in order to enter Canada. I will always remember my summer in Pickering College. I will always be glad with my parents for sending me here, because thanks to them I ve met new people with their own cultures, thanks to them I ve met a lot of friends. Also the teachers and the counsellors were great with me and with everybody. Jorge Ch., Spain I love Pickering College. Last year I enjoyed so much at the school that I came back this summer. I like the people who work here; I like the teacher and counsellors. Everybody is nice; if you need help, they support you. Everybody is available and always ready to listen to you. I love Pickering College because I feel comfortable; it is like a second home for me! I will cherish all of the moments, experiences and new friends I have met this summer! Victoria T., Italy Pickering College is one of the best experiences I ve ever had. All the teachers and counsellors are welcoming since the first day. At first I thought that it was just going to be a summer like any other, but since the first week you get to meet people that you know you will never forget. I feel that I have made friends for life. You get to learn English in a completely different way than you do in school, it is everywhere (not only in the classroom). I enjoyed every activity, every game we played, and every single moment at Pickering College. If someone asked me what they can do in summer, I would absolutely recommend Pickering College ESL Summer Camp. Maru R., Mexico City Pickering College Camp is really awesome! Pickering College is very good I really like it here; it will be my school in this year. The best part is group work, we all have fun. I met many, many friends from different countries, it s really cool! The teachers and counsellors were very kind and excellent. I will remember all my friends and the days I have with them forever! Steven S., China Students come away from Pickering s ESL Summer program with a lifetime worth of memories and an extensive network of new friends from around the world. The small, interactive classes encourage students to develop their English skills in a fully immersed program. The Canadian experience provided by Pickering College allows students to gain a sense of self confidence, independence, and an appreciation of being a global citizen. Eric Hamm, ESL Teacher at Pickering College Sports 18:30 Dinner I just want to let you know that Gijs-Henk is quite enthusiastic (understatement) about his time. He 19:15 Free Time/Activities simply loved it! He thought everything was great: the food, the bedrooms, the people, the councellors, 22:30 Lights Out/Quiet Time the country, the classes, the teachers, etc. Normally Niagara Falls Gijs-Henk is not very outspoken about his trips, but this was surely an exception. So I want to thank you very much for giving our son such a chance to see the best of the Toronto area. You also took wonderful care of him. Arianne K., Mother from Netherlands I have never been so far from my home before for such a long time. I m very thankful my parents gave me this opportunity because this is a moment in which you can grow up; you get in touch with other cultures, make new friends, become more independent and obviously have fun. This experience will be unforgettable because every day we do something different. The camp helped me to become more confident and less shy, especially in meeting new people who don t speak my language. Ottavia V., Italy Sports Baking
How to get to Pickering College Pickering College is located on a beautiful 42-acre campus just 30 minutes north of Toronto in Newmarket, Ontario. Our majestic buildings speak to the history and tradition of Pickering College, and with regular investments and upgrades, continue to provide leading edge learning space for our students. Students attending the ESL Camp will fly into Toronto Pearson International Airport which is 40 minutes from the school. Pickering College Summer 2014 ESL Camp Application Form APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS INSTRUCTIONS Complete all sections below, incomplete applications will not be processed! Include $1,000 CDN deposit to reserve your place in the program (cheque, wire transfer, cash, money order) Passport copy Send a recent photograph of the student Fax 905-895-1306 or email the complete application form to eslsummer@pickeringcollege.on.ca Once the application has been processed, you will receive your letter of acceptance, a detailed information package and an invoice for the outstanding balance to pay. The information package will be emailed to you! The letter of acceptance can be used to obtain your visitor visa, if required. Enrolment will be on a first come first served basis. Applications will continue to be accepted until the program is full or until one week before the start of the program. Downtown Newmarket ONTARIO Toronto CANADA Newmarket PROGRAM AND FEES Please select a program by marking the box with an x Program Fees Session 1: June 22 July 18, 2014...$5,200 Airport Transportation Round Trip...$150 Yes No Session 1, 3 weeks: June 28 July 18, 2014...$4,000 Pick up only...$80 Yes No Session 2: July 20 August 15, 2014...$5,200 Drop off only...$80 Yes No Both Sessions 1 and 2 (includes $400 discount)...$10,000 Discount... $200 (Early registration prior March 1, 2014 or returning camper) TOTAL $ CDN... PAYMENT INCLUDED WITH APPLICATION Please select method of $200 key deposit return preferred:... Cash to student Wire transfer Agent STUDENT INFORMATION Please print clearly and complete all sections accurately. This information will be used for your Visitor Visa application. Fairy Lake, Newmarket Last Name First Name Used Name Gender Male Female Date of Birth (day/month/year) Citizenship Home Address City Country Postal Code Telephone Student Email Father s Full Name on Passport Date of Birth (day/month/year) Mother s Full Name on Passport Date of Birth (day/month/year) Parents Email HOW DID YOU HEAR ABOUT SUMMER 14 ESL CAMP AT PICKERING COLLEGE? Fairy Lake, Newmarket Friend Website Education fair Representative/ Agent: (please specify) Other EMERGENCY CONTACT IN CANADA (if applicable) Pickering College Ice Breaker Pickering College PICKERING COLLEGE Newmarket, Ontario 16945 Bayview Avenue, Newmarket, ON, Canada L3Y 4X2 TEL (905) 895-1700 1-877-895-1700 FAX (905) 895-9076 E-MAIL eslsummer@pickeringcollege.on.ca WEB www.pickeringcollege.on.ca Please detach completed application form at perforation Last Name First Name Used Name Gender Male Female Address in Canada City Postal Code Telephone Email Relationship AUTHORIZATION, I ENCLOSE HEREWITH the required non-refundable deposit of CDN $1,000.00 and agree to pay the outstanding before June 1, 2014 for Session #1 and July 1, 2014 for Session #2, and any other applicable charges on presentation of account. I concur with the policies under which the Summer Program is conducted. I/WE, the student s parent/legal guardian, consent to Pickering College s use of photographs/film footage of the student for lawful promotional purposes in school or other publications, websites and multimedia, should such an opportunity arise. BY ACCEPTING THIS APPLICATION, Pickering College agrees to provide instruction, board, and accommodation as described. Pickering College reserves the right to require the withdrawal of a pupil at any time and shall have the right to retain the fees in the event of withdrawal whether voluntary or otherwise. Parent/Guardian Name (please print) Parent/Guardian Signature Date
PICKERING COLLEGE Newmarket, Ontario 16945 Bayview Avenue, Newmarket, ON, Canada L3Y 4X2 TEL (905) 895-1700 1-877-895-1700 FAX (905) 895-9076 E-MAIL eslsummer@pickeringcollege.on.ca WEB www.pickeringcollege.on.ca