Do Canadian K–12 schools provide ESL support for international students?

Many public and independent schools provide English-language learning support, but the format, intensity, cost and availability vary by school and district.

Ask whether support is provided in regular classes, through a dedicated ELL/ESL program or at extra cost, and how the school assesses language level and monitors progress.

What to verify

Compare program fit, total costs, deadlines and any refund or deferral policies in writing.

Planning advice

Use current official school and IRCC information. Keep all records consistent and retain written confirmation of key decisions.