Yes. Students who fall behind have several ways to recover, including extra help during the year and summer programs.
- During the year: Teachers offer extra help, and schools such as Vancouver's provide tutoring and peer support for international students.
- Summer school: Many districts run summer programs in July and August. Ottawa-Carleton, for example, lists credit recovery, reach-ahead credits, eLearning and co-operative education.
- Credit recovery: This allows a student to work on the parts of a failed course rather than repeat all of it, where the school approves it.
- Language support: ESL/ELL classes continue alongside regular courses while a student's English develops.
- Fees and timing: Ask whether summer courses carry extra tuition for international students and how they affect homestay dates and the study permit period.
Please note: Availability and fees vary by district.
Official sources: Ottawa-Carleton District School Board: Summer school programs · Vancouver School Board International Education: Student support
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