ESL School in Toronto, Canada

Metropolitan College in downtown Toronto, Canada offers Specialized English Language Programs for Canadian and international students. Programs are ideal for professional preparation, academic preparation or personal enrichment. All programs are results focused, preparing students to become successful communicators. All classes have between 4 - 8 students, ensuring that each student receives the attention they need to reach their goals. Our Small classes give you more opportunity to participate in conversation and begin to communicate from the very first day! We also offer a homestay program.

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A truly international city, designated by the United Nations as the "most multi-cultural" and "the best city in the world to live". Study English in Toronto and discover this clean, safe and exciting city for yourself. Metropolitan College organizes activities and excursions including movie nights and visits to tourist attractions. The college also plans dinners to a variety of ethnic restaurants. We have found that exploring an array of cuisines is the ideal way to experience Toronto’s culturally diverse neighborhoods.

Our Instructors:
Our instructors are highly trained English Language Specialists with extensive teaching experience both in Canada and abroad. The Business English program has been designed and is managed by MBA qualified business English specialists.

Enriched ESL Classes: Beginner to Advanced Levels. Test Preparation: TOEFL, TOEIC, IELTS, FCE, CAE, CPE, , Academic Preparation Program.

Advanced Professional English Programs:
-Business English
-Medical English
-English for Tourism
-Professional Writing Lesson / Training
-Private Lessons (one on one language coaching)

Diploma Programs:
Cambridge International Business Diploma .

International students have a lot to gain from living with a Canadian family. You can practice English, build friendships and immerse yourself in Canadian culture. Every home stay is conveniently located and offers you your own space and a meal plan of your choice.

Our Location:
Metropolitan College is located on The Danforth, one of the most vibrant areas of downtown Toronto. Just steps from the Pape subway station, it is easily accessible. The school is surrounded by many welcoming restaurants, distinctive shops, lively bars and pubs, entertaining theatre, lounges featuring live music and trendy cafes. In the summer season The Danforth’s up-beat outdoor street-side patios are the place to be. In August, The Taste of the Danforth one of Toronto's signature events, attracts over 1 million visitors from around the world every year.

Courses:

Enriched ESL Classes: Beginner to Advanced Levels
The Metropolitan College Enriched ESL Program has been created by professional ESL Instructional designers incorporating the best approaches to foreign language acquisition. Learning materials have been developed by leading ESL publishing houses using authentic materials on contemporary themes.

The Enriched ESL Program focuses equally on all of the following areas:

- General Language Usage incorporates all aspects of the English Language, including grammar, vocabulary, listening, speaking, pronunciation and writing. Using the communicative method students prepare to use English in the real world.

- Practical Listening, Understanding and Responding helps students communicate in English in a variety of situations. Students focus on real life communication and develop the skills needed to understand and be understood.

- Vital Grammar and Vocabulary helps students overcome the complexities of English grammar while building their vocabulary extensively.

- Focused Reading, Writing and Conversation introduces literature into the ESL class. Students read a variety of genres that have been adapted to their reading level . Students share their written and spoken responses to the reading materials, giving them an opportunity to enhance both written and spoken communication.


Test Preparation Courses:
These courses are designed to prepare students who wish to write Standardized Language Proficiency Examinations. Courses focus on test-taking strategies which have been proven to increase test scores.

TOEFL - Test of English as a Foreign Language
The TOEFL is a requirement for admission into colleges and universities where instruction is in English. Test scores are used to evaluate the English proficiency of individuals who are not native speakers of English.

TOEIC - Test of English for International Communication
The TOEIC is used by institutions, companies, and government agencies worldwide to assess the English proficiency of nonnative English-speaking people. It is the standard test for workplace English language proficiency worldwide.

IELTS - International English Language Testing System
IELTS is the International English Language Testing System. It measures ability to communicate in English across all four language skills – listening, reading, writing and speaking – for people who intend to study or work where English is the language of communication

Cambridge Exams- FCE, CAE, CPE 
Cambridge ESOL exams are the world's leading range of certificates for learners of English. Each year they are taken by over 1.75 million people, in 135 countries. They can help you gain entrance to a university or college, improve your job prospects and measure your progress in English. Depending on your level of English you may prepare for one of the following Cambridge exams

FCE - First Certificate in English (Intermediate level)

CAE - Certificate in Advanced English (Advanced level)

CPE - Certificate of Proficiency in English (Proficiency level)


Academic Preparation Program (English Language Focus)
This is a University and College preparation program focusing on the English Language skills students need to begin Post Secondary Education. Students perfect both their written and spoken communication skills through the Academic English Program. Emphasis is put on communication in an academic environment.

The Program focuses on:

- Academic Writing

- Academic Reading Skills for Research and Study

- Academic Speaking, Listening and Presentation Skills

Upon successfully completing the this program students are awarded a Certificate of Academic Preparation Studies.

This program is for students with an Advanced Level of English. Before beginning this program students will complete a placement test to determine their level of English.


Advanced Professional English Programs:
This program is ideal for individuals who wish to improve their professional English language skills. The program provides English Language Training for job specific purposes and is an asset for individuals looking to begin or continue their career in an English speaking country. Upon successfully completing the this program students are awarded a Certificate of Advance Professional English Language Studies.

- Business English
This is a distinct Business English course that teaches students the language of business. With the most up-to-date materials for business English learners, students develop language skills, increase knowledge of key business concepts and expand their vocabulary.

The topics covered in this course include:  International Marketing, Globalization, Business Across Cultures, International Trade, Management Strategies, and more. Students will also acquire the skills needed to feel comfortable in business situations in English. Situations such as: Meetings, Negotiations, Interviews, Presentations, Telephone Calls, Networking, and Socializing.  This course is well suited for individuals with and without work experience.

- English for Healthcare
This course has been designed for individuals pursuing a career in health care, who need to use English for their work or studies. The course includes practice in specialist vocabulary and a review of grammatical structures. Student will acquire the English language skills they need to communicate effectively with patients and other health care professionals. Emphasis is placed equally on speaking, reading and writing skills.

-Professional Writing Lesson / Training

Your ability to communicate effectively when writing e-mails, memos, letters, reports and proposals is key to your professional success. This course highlights the most important grammar, punctuation, and sentence structure points. You will perfect your grammar by reviewing prepositions, verb tenses and forms, articles, pronouns, sentence construction and much more. With this foundation you will go on to focus on the style techniques needed to improve the clarity and impact of your writing. Through a variety of exercises you will develop the ability to put your ideas into writing quickly and confidently.

-Private Lessons (one on one language coaching)

Metropolitan College's professional instructors will work with you one-on-one, at a time that meets your schedule. Your private one-on-one hours can be used towards any program offered at Metropolitan College Including: Test Preparation, Business English, Enriched ESL (from Beginner-to-Advanced), or Academic preparation.


Cambridge International Diploma in Business:
Metropolitan College is a Cambridge International Centre offering a Diploma in Business as well as a wide range of internationally recognized certificates.  Whether you are looking to broaden your understanding of business as a whole, or seeking to develop specific workplace skills, the Cambridge International Diploma in Business develops theoretical and practical ability in a range of business disciplines. This Diploma allows you to have your skills assessed and formally accredited and provides you with proof of your level of knowledge and competence.