Youth Summer Program
When should my child arrive?
Your child should arrive the Sunday before classes begin.
Can my child arrive early?
Yes, your child can arrive early. Please contact our registrar to enquire about the additional fee.
Who will meet my child at the airport?
Your child will be met at the airport by their homestay family. They will be holding your child’s name on a large piece of paper.
What kind of activities will my child participate in?
Your child will participate in organised sport activities, cultural and drama activities, outdoor walks, beach activities and touring.
Who will be leading the activities?
Study Abroad Canada employees will be leading all the activities. We partner with local companies in Prince Edward Island if special equipment or instructors are required. For example: canoeing and kayaking, horseback riding, or cycling. However, a Study Abroad Canada employee will be with the students for all these activities.
How will my child travel while in Prince Edward Island?
Your child’s homestay will drive them to and from school. For program activities, your child will travel in a van or a bus with a Study Abroad Canada leader.
Will my child have a placement test at the beginning of classes?
Yes, your child will have an informal placement test at the beginning of her or his class.
Do I need to purchase medical insurance for my child?
Yes, medical insurance is required. You can purchase it at home or it can be purchased through Study Abroad Canada.
How much spending money do I need to give my child?
We suggest you give your child between $25 and $40 (Canadian) per week. Please give your child travellers checks and a limited amount of Cash.
Will my child meet students from other countries?
Yes. Study Abroad Canada’s Junior Vacation program welcomes students from Asia, South America, Mexico, Europe and the province of Quebec.
Will my child meet children from Prince Edward Island?
Yes, we try to match students in the Junior Vacation program with homestay families who have children around the same age.
What kind of food will my child eat?
Your child will eat balanced, nutritious meals provided by your child’s homestay family.
Will my child speak English at all times?
Yes, Study Abroad Canada has an English-only rule.
Are there any extracurricular activities in the evenings and on weekends?
Study Abroad Canada places students with homestay families that have been carefully chosen. Your son/daughter will participate in typical activities that your homestay family does in the evenings and on weekends.
Will there be 24-hour supervision?
Yes, your homestay family will supervise your child during the evenings and on weekends. The homestay family also drives your child to school and picks her/him up after class. While in school, your child will be supervised by Study Abroad Canada staff.
Can my child do laundry?
Yes, your homestay family will assist your child in doing laundry.
Is my child able to call home?
Yes, your child may use the public phones or the homestay family’s phone. It is possible to buy telephone cards for long distance calls.
Whom should I notify if my child has any special needs?
At the time of registration, please inform us if your child has special dietary or medical needs.
Does my child need to bring towels, blankets, and sheets?
No, they are provided by the host family. Please bring a beach towel if visiting during the summer!