Meet Canada — calm, kind, and quietly confident

A place where confidence grows through connection and experience.

From vibrant cities to welcoming communities, Canada offers an inspiring environment to learn and belong.

Discover a culture of openness, diversity, and opportunity every day.

canada

Learn English in an environment where confidence grows naturally through connection, community, and everyday experiences.

Canada's welcoming culture and diverse communities create opportunities to use English in real-life situations every day.

English develops naturally when you feel connected and confident.

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Toronto

Experience life in Canada's most multicultural city while improving your English.

Toronto combines global energy, diverse communities, and endless opportunities to learn through real-world experiences.

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Calgary

Study in a modern Canadian city known for its friendly atmosphere and outdoor lifestyle.

Calgary offers the perfect balance of urban living, natural beauty, and opportunities to use English every day.

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Programmes

Core English

Our approach to General English This is English designed for life outside the classroom.

Business English

Business English supports Professional growth.

Barista English

Learn practical English and hands-on barista skills in a real café environment, exclusively at OHC Toronto.

Academic English

Prepare for higher education, professional qualifications, and internationally recognised English exams while building the academic skills and confidence to succeed.

Conversation & culture

Build fluency and speaking confidence through meaningful conversations, cultural experiences, and real-world English for everyday life.

Brochure

Discover more about OHC: our programmes, approach, and commitment to excellence. Our brochure provides a comprehensive overview to help you understand what we offer and how we support your journey. Download the brochure to explore key information, insights, and opportunities with OHC.

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Visa Info

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Do i need to get a Visa to study at OHC?

Visa requirements are different for different countries. For many countries, you will not need a visa if you are studying for less than 6 months but if you want to study for 6-11 months you will need a ‘short term student’ visa. You can find out whether you need a visa here:
‍https://www.gov.uk/check-uk-visa
and find more general advice about visas and study here:
https://study.englishuk.com/travel-and-visas/

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How do I apply for the Visa?

You can obtain more information from and apply to the British Consulate or High Commission in your country. To obtain a student visa you must prove that you will be studying full time (15 hours per week or more) and that you can support yourself financially while you are studying in the UK. For further information click here

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Will I get a refund if my Visa application is refused? If so, how much will I get?

If you cancel your course before arrival due to visa refusal, we will refund your course fees in full minus a £140 cancellation fee. Please note that we need to see the original refusal letter in order to give you a refund and you must apply for the refund within 6 months of the date of the visa refusal.

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What happens if I arrive in the UK after the start the date of my course due to delay in my Visa application?

You must let us know as soon as you find out about the delay and we will then advise you how to proceed.

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Where can I find more information on UK Visas?

You can call into your nearest British Council office or alternatively, visit the UK visa website by following this link: https://www.gov.uk/study-visit-visa

Fees

OHC course teaching hours, timetables and prices by enrolment length
Courses Teaching Hours Timetable 1–12 Weeks 13–24 Weeks 25+ Weeks
OHC Core 15 09:00 — 12:15 $420 $380 $340
OHC Plus 20 09:00 — 14:00 $450 $410 $370
OHC Intensive 30 09:00 — 16:20 $510 $470 $430
Business Foundation 15 09:00 — 12:15 $445 — —
English for Academic Purposes (EAP) 15 09:00 — 12:15 $415 — —
Barista English Programme (4-week elective) Registration Fee: $160* Tuition Fee: $1,005 Equipment and Beans Fee: $130 Total Fees: $1,295 —

*Barista English Programme: registration fee is waived for current OHC students and/or students who attend the morning General English classes.

Additional Canada Fees

other required fees

Registration fee
$160
Accommodation placement fee
$320
Material fee
1–10 weeks $65 11–20 weeks $120 21–30 weeks $175 31+ weeks $190
Emergency health insurance* (minimum purchase period is 8 days)
$2.55 / day
Custodianship (notarized)
$140
Summer housing supplement (Jun / Jul / Aug)
$65 / week
Special diet supplement (vegan, halal, kosher, gluten-free, dairy/lactose-free, etc.)
$69 / week

Homestay

Toronto and Calgary homestay weekly prices in CAD by room type
Toronto Calgary
Homestay Single Double Single Double
Shared Bathroom, Half Board $355$295 $325$305
Shared Bathroom, Full Board $370$335 $350$320
Shared Bathroom, Half Board U18 $435$380 $425$410
Shared Bathroom, Full Board U18 $455$400 $435$420
Toronto and Calgary residence weekly prices in CAD
Residence Single
Toronto 186 Jarvis St. · Single semi-private bathroom with shared kitchen, self-catering $528
Calgary 2416 16th Avenue NW · Private room with shared bathroom and kitchen, self-catering $422

*Terms and conditions apply.

Private lessons

One-to-One Private Lessons
$90 per hour

airport transfers

Airport Transfer
One way: $170
Two way: $305

Notes

Accommodation is generally arranged Sunday to Sunday. All fees are per week and in CAD ($). Students choosing a double-room homestay must know each other and book together. Where shared rooms are available, prices are shown per person.

Terms and conditions apply.

Please note that in 2027, the schools will be closed on the following dates: January 1, February 15, March 26, March 29, May 24, July 1, August 2, September 6, October 11, November 11 (Calgary only)

Christmas closure — 24 December 2027 – 2 January 2028

Policies

OHC respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal information. We only collect data for specific purposes and use it solely for those purposes, retaining it only as long as necessary

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For any questions about your data or your rights, please contact our Data Protection Officer at hello@ohc.com.

Real Stories.
First Hand.

Brisbane

"It was an amazing experience here in Brisbane. I learnt a lot, especially how to live on your own. I also learnt English at Oxford House College with lovely teachers and nice classes. Brisbane is a small city but is nice because you can go to beautiful beaches and meet wonderful people."

Susana

Colombia

Brisbane

"Brisbane is a lovely place to study, I'm thankful for my teachers and classmates.  Ive been here since February and i've gained a lot of knowledge.  I think my English skills have been improving continually.  Anyway I can honestly say I am happy to be here at Oxford House College."

Somsaowalak

Thailand

Dublin

"I would like to thank everyone at OHC for making this experience so enjoyable and pleasant. What I liked the most was the atmosphere at the school. I have met such great, fun people and many students of different cultures."

Kararina

Slovakia

Toronto

"I have made a lot of friends at this school. The lessons are interesting and the teachers are very kind and funny. If I have any questions they always help me. I have had a lot of chances to make friends who come from other countries.

My decision to quit my job and come her was very important for me and I’m happy enjoying my life in Toronto. I wanted to learn English through experience and now I’m here."

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Yuka

Japan

Toronto

"Studying at OHC is like joining one big family. The teachers are amazing and I have learnt a lot here and I am really enjoying my time at OHC. There are many social activities for me to join and to make friends, the teachers and students here are all very friendly."

Nozumi

Japan

London

"My experience in OHC started three weeks ago.

The school is in Stratford upon Avon, a nice town near the river Avon. The school is quite small and in my class there are 4 or 5 of us. The teachers are nice and friendly people who work hard to help us improve our English and there are many chances to practice speaking.

In the school we have a pretty garden, where we can do activities outdoors and there is also a student lounge and a library where we can borrow films and English books to improve our English.

The teachers also plan many social activities, like going out for a coffee or visiting some interesting places near Stratford."

Valentina

Italy

London

"Studying at OHC is a wonderful experience. I like small size classes; the staff who work here are very friendly. We have comfortable furniture, excellent Internet and the best computers for us. OHC located downtown, is very easy to get to it. We enjoy meeting with new friends and learning new cultures every day.

English is a world language and it’s very necessary in every day life. If you speak fluently and write correctly you can get a better job and can travel around the world!."

Victor

Moterry, Mexico

London

"When I first came here it was two years ago and this is now my second time and both were amazing experiences. This time I have brought my girlfriend with me and she is loving it too. The atmosphere in London and especially at the school is really nice, actually I would love to live here.

I also like the social programme and going to the pub and playing football with my new friends and my teachers."

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Marcos

Brazil

London

"One thing I like is that there are no Thai students in my class so then I have to make friends with people from lots of countries and practice speaking English.

My teachers are good and they know how to explain things and make the lesson exciting and keep our attention and the lessons are very useful and we learn things we can practice immediately in London like what to say in shops or in restaurants.".

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Jiranya

Thailand

MIami

"This experience is the most amazing of my life because I can enjoy each moment in OHC and I can experience another culture. OHC is very important to me because I’m learning a lot of English here and my teacher is very helpful and perceptive.

In our school we have an opportunity to visit different places. One time we went to the Globe and it was very interesting to me because I love to work at a company and I like to see different production lines.

Learning English is very important to my future and to my profession because nowadays in my country it’s necessary to speak another language. Also, I want to travel a lot and this language will help me."

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Camila

Brazil

Dublin

"I had an amazing time here on campus. The location is excellent and extremely convenient. Both my teachers were helpful, kind and skilled.

The event coordinator went out of his way to give all of the students and exceptional experience. I’ve made many friends from all over the world and will never forget my time here."

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Jordi Lopez

Barcelona, Spain

London

"Studying at OHC has been one of the best decisions I’ve ever made. From day one, you can really feel the passion the teachers have for teaching English. They don’t just explain grammar or vocabulary clearly; they genuinely make an effort to help us understand and use the language in real-life situations."

Maria Alejandra Hernandez Pereira

Colombia

Accreditations & Memberships

CANADA

OHC Canada programmes are accredited by Languages Canada, a mark of quality that reflects our commitment to excellence in language education and student support.

UK

OHC UK programmes are accredited by the British Council, a recognised mark of quality reflecting excellence in English

Ireland

OHC Ireland programmes are recognised by ACELS, a respected mark of quality that reflects excellence in English language education and student experience.

USA

OHC USA programmes are accredited by ACCET, a recognised mark of quality that reflects excellence in English language education and student support.