Why choose Access English Summer English Camps in Canada?
Fun and safe environment
Small class sizes with professional teachers
International student mix
Daily English immersion
Cultural excursions and weekend trips
Lifelong memories and friendships
International student body: Our students come from a number of different countries around the world including: Russia, Korea, Spain, Japan, Venezuela, Brazil, Saudi Arabia, Switzerland, and more.
All students are expected to speak in English during class time and while on all trips and activities.
About the Course
Hamilton English Camp is perfect for students who prefer a quieter environment, Hamilton offers a smaller-city feel just a short trip from Toronto and Niagara Falls.
Students still enjoy many teacher-led trips to Toronto and other must-see locations.
Students will practice English daily, enjoy Canadian culture, and create friendships that span the globe.
Package Includes:
15 hours / week of English classes (Mon-Fri)
Residential accommodation on full board basis ( 3 meals a day)
Teacher-guided afternoon activities
Full day trip every Saturday (1 less than number of weeks)
Airport transfers (two-way)
All learning materials
Medical insurance
Program certificate & Final Evaluation
All registration & placement fees
Homestay accommodation is also available
*20 minutes or less to camp > student walks
*45 minutes or less to camp > bus pass provided
*50 minutes or more to camp > daily drive service
Not Included:
Custodian Documents (if required) - CAD $150
Public Transportation (except Hamilton Home stay package)
Special Diets (ie: vegetarian, vegan, lactose free, celiac, etc) - CAD $75 per week
Unaccompanied Minor (arrival/departure) - CAD $200
About the School
Location
HAMILTON - TORONTO WEST
Perfect for students who prefer a quieter environment, Hamilton offers a smaller-city feel just a short trip from Toronto and Niagara Falls. Students still enjoy many teacher-led trips to Toronto and other must-see locations.
Residential Accommodation
On the campus of Hillfield Strathallan College, a prestigious private school, the Hamilton Camp offers modern facilities.
Students have their own bedroom (with double bed) in a shared two-bedroom suite. The suite has a small kitchenette, and a full washroom with shower. The residence is equipped with 24-hour security, a laundry room, a games room, and even a small movie theatre! Tasty breakfasts, lunches & dinners are included daily. Camp staff live onsite to monitor students and ensure they are well taken care of. Fun evening activities complete the program. The campus has a gym, sports fields, & picnic areas.
Depending on distance, students in homestay either walk, take the bus, or receive our “daily drive” service. or more.) Students in residence have a 2-minute walk to the camp.
Conveniently located half-way between Toronto & Niagara Falls, Hamilton is a 45 minute drive from both cities, making it the perfect place to visit & learn English.
English Classes
Classes focus on teaching fundamental skills (grammar, writing, reading, speaking, and listening) in an integrated way. Teachers use the communicative approach, and careful attention is paid to ensuring lessons are both interactive and fun. Students will practice speaking in pairs and small groups.
All classes pay special focus to developing oral skills. On the first day of class, students will take a written and verbal English language test, and are then placed in the corresponding level with a mix of students from other countries. Classes have a maximum of 16 students.
All teachers are university graduates, TESL certified, and have extensive experience teaching students from diverse cultural backgrounds.
Trips and Activities
Teachers, Activity Staff and Canadian Teen Buddies (Hamilton only) join the students to supervise, motivate, and encourage interaction in English.
Daily teacher-guided afternoon activities plus one day trip every Saturday are included in the program. Sundays are spent with friends or Host Families.
In the afternoons, and on Saturdays, students participate in exciting trips & activities around the city of Toronto. We visit Niagara Falls, CN Tower, Royal Ontario Museum, and Ripley’s Aquarium and more!
Special Summer Program Activities may include: beach volleyball, swimming in Lake Ontario, and canoeing at Centre Island!
Sample Trips & Activities:
Toronto Blue Jays Baseball Game,
Beach Volleyball,
Centre Island,
Biking,
Picnics,
Toronto Zoo,
Canoeing,
Team Building Games,
Sailing on Lake Ontario,
Ripley’s Aquarium,
Imaginarium,
Niagara Falls,
Canada’s Wonderland,
BlackCreek Pioneer Village,
CN Tower,
Chinatown/Greektown Tour and Food Tasting,
High Park,
Kensington Market, and more!
Transportation
The Toronto bus and subway system are safe and easy to use. Students & teachers will use local transit to travel to all weekday activities. Students must purchase a TTC pass to get to/from camp as well as for use on weekday trips. Most Saturday trips are by chartered bus.
In Hamilton, depending on distance, students in homestay either walk, take the bus, or receive our “daily drive” service. or more.)
