Global Village English Centres Victoria

Welcome to Global Village Victoria!

Come and join us in beautiful Victoria on Vancouver Island, Canada's warmest location. As soon as you get off the plane or ferry you will sense the relaxed pace of life. There is truly no other place like Victoria.

Whether you're here for 4 weeks, 4 months or 1 year, your experience at GV Victoria will last for years in your memories and through the new friendships you will make. We look forward to sharing this wonderful place with you!

School Programs

GV Victoria offers a full-range of full-time courses, including General English, Business English, and TOEFL / IELTS / Cambridge test preparation.  Full-time Teen Activity Programs are offered to groups in the months of July and August.  We also offer paid and unpaid work opportunities through our Workplace English Diploma and Career English Diploma programs on a year-round basis. 

School Location
GV Victoria takes advantage of an ideal location in the middle of Victoria's charming shopping and tourism district.  The school is perfect for the student looking for the "small school" experience. It is only a few minutes' walk from the Bay Centre shopping mall, restaurants, outdoor cafés, small shops and galleries.

Public transportation is easily accessible, and the school is a short walk from Victoria's picturesque harbour. The school is approximately 35 minutes from the Swartz Bay ferry terminal and Victoria International Airport.

What makes GV Victoria unique?

  • Located in one of Canada's safest and most beautiful cities
  • Friendly and personal atmosphere
  • Ideal for first experience away from home
  • First class homestay program
  • International staff who provide support in Japanese, Korean, Spanish, French and German

Facilities

  • 11 classrooms
  • 1 multi-media computer lab (16 stations)
  • Free internet access and wireless network
  • Student lounge and pool table
  • Vending machines and cable TV

Key Points

  • Minimum Age (Adult Courses): 17
  • Average Class Size: 12 (maximum 14)
  • Airport Distance: Approximately 30 minutes by car to the school
  • Popular Student Activities:
    • Whale Watching
    • Royal BC Museum
    • Kayaking and Hiking
    • Butchart Gardens
  • Homestay Distance: 40 minutes by bus
  • Monthly Transit pass – CAD 85 approximately