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Customized Study Tours

Let CISS help make your Group Study Tour dreams come to life!

Our Customized Study Tours offer students the chance to learn and practice English or French, become part of a new community, enjoy unique activities and have a genuine Canadian cultural and educational experience.

Customized Study Tours

Key facts to build your programme

Location

Communities in British Columbia, Alberta, Ontario and Quebec

Ages

10+

Accommodation

Homestay, School Residence, Camp or Hotel

Duration

Any length of duration

Excursions

Customized according to clients needs, with suggestions from our specialists

Academic Options

English Language Training, Canadian School Immersion, Stem, Global Leadership and more

Customized Study Tours

What we customize for

Customized Study Tours are offered to agencies and schools who are planning an international trip to their students. CISS, as an educational specialist, combines activities, excursions and considers the learning of students, which can include language classes, small trainings and integration with students in Canadian elementary and high schools.

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The General English + Activity option is the ideal choice for international summer students who want to improve their English.  With this option, students receive 10 hours of English as a Second Language (ESL) lessons per week. This includes classroom instruction in speaking, listening, reading and writing, with a focus on helping students of all proficiency levels to improve in their fluency and accuracy of speech.

English lessons comprise two of the five daily periods. You can then choose different land, water, or art activities to fill the remaining two or three periods. 

Learning Focus

High School Immersion, Language Training, Global Leadership, STEM, High School Bridging, Sustainable Development Goals, etc

Tour Structure

“AM Lessons & PM Activity” or “School Immersion with weekend trips” etc

Duration and Timing

Programmes can have any length of duration and take place during any of the 4 seasons of the year

Group Leaders

We can accommodate accompanying adults (eg. teachers, agency representatives, hired trip leaders) according to your needs

Year-round options

See some Program Ideas!

Our Customized Study Tours happen through the 4 seasons in Canada. With that, students have different experiences and activities according to the time of the year they come.

March to May

Spring

Programme Ideas:

  • Canadian School Immersion
  • Excursions
  • English Language Training

Activity Ideas:

  • Maple Sugar shack
  • University Tour
  • Ambassador Walk
  • Volunteer
  • Arts & Crafts
  • Museum visits
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July and August

Summer

Programme Ideas:

  • Closed thematic programme
  • Excursions
  • English Language Training

Activity Ideas:

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  • Beach Day
  • Baseball game
  • Canoe or Kayak trip
  • Theme Park
  • University and College tour
  • Local Festivals

* Group stays with school immersion are generally not available in June and September due to Canadian students finishing/returning to school

    October to November

    Autumn

    Programme Ideas:

    • Closed thematic programme
    • Excursions
    • English Language Training

    Activity Ideas:

    • Activity Ideas
    • Beach Day
    • Baseball game
    • Canoe or Kayak trip
    • Theme Park
    • University and College tour
    • Local Festivals

    * Group stays with school immersion are generally not available in June and September due to Canadian students finishing/returning to school

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      December to February

      Winter

      Programme Ideas:

      • Canadian School Immersion
      • Excursions
      • English Language Training

      Activity Ideas:

      • Fall colours nature hike
      • Elementary school visit
      • Volunteer in the community
      • Halloween festival
      • Football games
      • Cultural presentation

      * Group stays with school immersion are generally not available in February and due to Canadian students finishing/returning to school

      Academic Options

      Different Paths for Your Students

      The educational component is an exciting part of the programme. Below we have some of the possible contents, but some groups have different needs. Our team is available to work on other academic options as well.

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      The General English + Activity option is the ideal choice for international summer students who want to improve their English.  With this option, students receive 10 hours of English as a Second Language (ESL) lessons per week. This includes classroom instruction in speaking, listening, reading and writing, with a focus on helping students of all proficiency levels to improve in their fluency and accuracy of speech.

      English lessons comprise two of the five daily periods. You can then choose different land, water, or art activities to fill the remaining two or three periods. 

      Stem - Science, Technology, Engineering, Maths

      This customized programme challenges students to develop critical- thinking, problem-solving and communication skills essential to success in the fields of Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM). It also gives them new confidence to engage with scientific and technological topics in English through maximum exposure to the language in context. Drawing on real-world examples and hands-on exercises in collaboration, students are immersed in a transformative educational experience designed to inspire future inventors, makers and creators.

      Global Leadership

      This option supports students with development of leadership skills while working towards making positive change in their communities. Mixing traditional lessons with hands-on workshops, the programme takes a student-centered and collaborative approach to learning. Students are challenged to acquire essential skills for effective leadership in the 21st century including communication, problem solving, and project planning. They leave this experience with a deeper understanding of themselves as future leaders, and a commitment to making positive change in the world.

      English Language Training (ELT) Classes

      Our professional English teachers are ready to help students improve their fluency and knowledge of how the language works through communicative practice and confidence-building exercises in self-expression. Classes are taught with a customized curriculum and focus on themes related to other parts of the programme, such as family customs, afternoon activities, and Canadian history, culture and geography. Our teachers aim to provide a foundation of experiential learning in English that will inspire students long after they return home.

      Canadian High School Immersion

      Experience life in a Canadian High School while applying your English knowledge in real-life situations. Students take up to four courses per day and are paired with Canadian student “buddies” to enrich the cultural and language learning. Programmes take place in Canada’s public high schools, which rank among the best in the world and offer state-of-the-art courses and facilities. Students benefit from the Canadian public education system’s dedication to preparing high functioning, goal-driven critical thinkers ready to take on the challenges of the 21st century.

      The CISS Difference

      Since 1979, CISS has provided students from around the world the opportunity to come together in Canada for transformative summer learning experiences in traditional camps, language programs in cities, and other adventure experiences. With a focus on fun and unique opportunities to learn, our summer programmes promise to give you the experience—and the Canadian memories—of a lifetime.

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      Specialized care for the unique needs of students

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      Motivated, caring and qualified staff

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      Personal attention

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      Programmes in locations that suit different interests

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      Fostering a multicultural and open-minded atmosphere

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      Customizing Your Programme

      Let us help you bring your Study Tour to life.

      Our Sales Team has a deep knowledge about the possible programmes and can guide you through the options you and your students may have. They will also support you through the quoting process, making sure you will have a viable offer for your students.

      Our Homestay

      The nurturing environment in a host family provides the support and care that students need to focus on their high school programme, achieve great academic results and successfully adjust to their new Canadian lifestyle.

      Summer Programmes

      With a focus on fun and unique opportunities to learn, our summer programmes promise to give you the experience—and the Canadian memories—of a lifetime.

      High School

      Whether you’re looking for a more academic environment, specific classes, or a school with great sports, our wide variety of options means we have something for everyone.