Oxford International Halifax English School
Oxford International Halifax English School offers in-person English language study in Halifax, including General English and IELTS preparation options, with official accommodation options available nearby.
Oxford International Halifax English School
Oxford International Halifax English School offers in-person English language study in Halifax, including General English and IELTS preparation options, with official accommodation options available nearby.
Eligibility
Ages 16–18
Next deadline
Cost
From £390
Location
Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada
TL;DR
An in-person Halifax English school for international learners, with General English and IELTS preparation courses, Monday IELTS intakes, homestay and hostel accommodation options, and North America enrolment, visa, insurance, and refund policies.
What is Oxford International Halifax English School?
Oxford International Halifax English School offers English language study in Halifax, Canada, with General English courses and Canada IELTS Preparation options. Students can improve practical English skills, prepare for IELTS with Oxford International teachers, and choose official Halifax accommodation such as homestay or HI Halifax Heritage House Hostel. The supplied North America terms outline enrolment, payment, visa, insurance, accessibility, accommodation, cancellation, and refund rules for students studying in Canada or the USA.
Who should consider this?
Best for
Students who want in-person English language study in Halifax, including learners aiming to improve general English or prepare for IELTS.
Not ideal if
Students looking for a purely online programme or a course without visa, insurance, or enrolment documentation requirements may not be the best fit.
What you actually do
Step-by-step process
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Study English through General English or IELTS preparation courses, develop core language skills, and take part in social activities such as study and conversation clubs, sports, sightseeing tours, weekend excursions, parties, and speaking clubs.
Eligibility and requirements
- Students enrol in Oxford International English courses in Canada or the USA using the enrolment/application forms.
- Visa applicants must submit deposits and passport copies as part of enrolment.
- Minor students require parental or guardian consent and must stay in an Oxford International homestay unless staying with a pre-authorized family member.
- Closed year-round groups have minimum ages of 10 in Canada and 14 in the US.
- Students must have adequate health, accident, and travel insurance while attending a school.
Cost, funding, and what's included
Entry cost
From £390
What's included
Tuition and course prices are published in the official 2026 Global Gross Price List; accommodation, materials, enrolment, and ancillary fees are treated separately in the evidence.
How to apply
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Complete the official enrolment/application form and send it to the admissions team; students can also use the official booking and enquiry links provided on course pages.
Curriculum / what you'll study
The programme covers the following focus areas.
Curriculum
General English options focus on listening, reading, writing, and speaking. IELTS preparation develops confidence, knowledge, and skills for exam success through language skills training and IELTS test-taking strategies. Intensive course options combine morning English lessons with afternoon specialised electives.
Curriculum may be adjusted based on participant interests and current developments.
Daily schedule overview
A typical day during the programme.
Schedule
IELTS preparation lists private lessons, semi-private lessons, or evening classes, with 45-minute lessons and intakes every Monday. Course-specific daily timetables for Halifax General English are not visible in the supplied chunks.
Schedule may vary. Detailed timetable provided upon enrollment.
Teaching faculty / mentors
Canada IELTS Preparation courses are delivered by Oxford International expert teachers.
Accommodation, meals, and campus experience
Residential plan
Halifax accommodation evidence includes homestay with full-board, half-board, or roomstay options. Homestay is described as around 60 minutes from the school by transport.
Location detail
The Halifax school address is 1801 Hollis Street, Halifax, NS B3J 3N4. HI Halifax Heritage House Hostel is at 1253 Barrington Street, Halifax, NS, B3J 1Y2, in central Halifax near the waterfront.
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