Focus On Communication

The Focus on Communication (FOC) program develops confidence in speaking, increase word power and improve pronunciation. This course is designed to help you communicate effectively and with ease in a wide range of situations from social settings to debates and presentations.

FOC combines the morning oral communication periods (Periods 2, 3 and 4 – see Course Structure tab) with select afternoon workshops designed especially for FOC students, such as Power Speaking and Debating. You can change your workshop topic weekly allowing you to better customize your studies to your individual needs.

In addition to class work, this course includes one free Chat Buddy session (3 to 5 hours per week) per month. Your Canadian Chat Buddy will help you to practice your conversational skills outside of the classroom and become familiar with Canadian life through a variety of social activities.

Course Features

11 Levels - Beginner to Advanced
Age: 15 years plus
Duration: 1 to 52 weeks
Start Date: Every week
Assessment: Weekly
Certificate on Completion
Course Intensity: 24 or 28 lessons

Mornings	English Foundation Programs
Monday to Friday	Core English Level: 1 ↑	Focus on Communication Level: 1 ↑
Period 1 8:40 to 9:30	Grammar Foundation Language Structure, Tenses, etc.	Monday to Thursday – Not Applicable Fridays ONLY – English in Action
Break – 10 Min.	Break – 10 Min.
Period 2 9:30 to 10:20	Oral Communication Discussion, Vocabulary Building and Word Forms and Combinations
Break – 5 Min.	Break – 5 Min.
Period 3 10:40 to 11:20	Oral Communication Discussion, Vocabulary Building and Word Forms and Combinations
Break – 5 Min.	Break – 5 Min.
Period 4 11:30 to 12:20	Oral Communication Discussion, Vocabulary Building and Word Forms and Combinations
Break – 40 Min.	Lunch Break – 40 minutes
Afternoons	Afternoons are Monday To Thursday only except for TESOL.
Afternoons Mon to Thu	General Electives Electives 1 is two lessons – periods 5 and 6 open to levels 2 and up	Specialized Electives Electives 1 is two lessons – periods 5 and 6 open to levels 6 and up
Period 5 13:00 to 13:50	Sample of General Electives Offered: Current Affairs Pronunciation Blogging and Podcasting Slang Word Power English Through Music Listening & Speaking Marketing Effective Writing Power Speaking	Sample of Specialized Electives Offered: Academic Writing APP Preparation IELTS TOEIC APP Preparation Hospitality English International Business Communication English for Professions (Aviation, Medicine, etc.)
Break – 10 Min.
Period 6 14:00 to 14:50
Break – 10 Min.
Period 7 15:00 to 15:50	Workshops 2: Level: 2 ↑ Maximum class size is for workshops in period 7 is 8 students.
English Clinic
Fridays ONLY 13:00 up to 14:50	Open to students in all programs 13:00 up to 14:50 every Friday. The clinic provides drop-in language support and guidance to help you achieve your goals. Whether you need help with grammar, pronunciation, writing, conversation or assignments and preparing your resume, teachers will be there to assist you.

Lessons	Core English	Focus on Communication	Academic Pathway Exam Preparation	ELT / TESOL	English in Action Fridays 8:40 – 9:30 FOC students only	+ 2 lessons /week English Clinic – Fridays 13:00 up to 14:50
20+ Lessons	Period 1-4	NA	NA	NA	Develop your English skills effectively through interactive games, activities and real life simulations such as: interviews, presentations, phone conversations, email correspondence, etc. Period 1 on Fridays only and only for FOC.	Open to students in all programs 13:00 up to 14:50 every Friday. The clinic provides drop-in language support and guidance to help you achieve your goals. Whether you need help with grammar, pronunciation, writing, conversation or resumes.
24+ Lessons	NA	Period 2-6 Plus English in Action	NA	NA
28+ Lessons	Period 1 to 6	Period 2-7 Plus English in Action	APP Period 1-6	Period 1 to 6 30 lessons/week.
32+ Lessons	Period 1 to 7	NA	EPP Period 1-6	NA

If you are considering pursuing higher education in Canada (college or university) the majority of programs require a minimum APP exit test score of 70-74 or its equivalent (see red row below). for entry.

Duolingo	TOEFL / IBT	IELTS	CEFR	Quest Level ²	APP Exit Test
1 CEFR: Common European Framework \| 2 APP: Quest’s Academic Pathway Program
0 to 10	0 – 8	0 – 1	A1	1 (Beg 1)	0 – 3
15 to 25	9 to 18	1 to 15	A1	2 (Beg 2)	4 – 13
30 to 40	19 – 29	2 – 2.5	A1 – A2	3 (Beg 3)	14 – 24
45 to 50	30 to 34	3 to 3.5	A2	4 (Int. 1)	25 – 35
55 to 60	35 to 45	4	B1	5 (Int. 2)	36 – 47
65 to 90	46 to 59	4.5 to 5	B1	6 (Int. 3)	48 – 59
95 to 100	60 to 78	5.5	B2	7 – (Int.4)	60 – 69
105 to 125	79 to 93	6 to 6.5	B2	8 (Adv.1)	70 – 74
130 to 135	94 to 101	7	C1	9 (Adv. 2)	75 – 87
150 to 155	102 to 114	7.5 to 8	C 1	10 (Adv. 3)	88 – 90
160	115 to 117	8.5	C1	11 (Adv. 4)	90 to 94
NA	118 to 120	9	C2	12 (Adv. 5)	95 to 100

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Jefferson

I stayed at Quest for only three weeks, but I can say it was one of the best decisions I’ve made.
I took the General English course with two electives and had classes with six teachers in total.
Every class, teacher, and classmate always contributed to better practice. The format of the classes is excellent because it encourages you to speak English all the time (even outside of school).
The school has a great environment and promotes extra activities for better integration and practice among students.
My special thanks go to Charmaine, the best teacher at Quest, always respectful and super friendly.
I will remember my time and the good memories here forever.

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