English courses in Perth

Perth is the vibrant capital of Western Australia. With its cosmopolitan population of over 1.6 million, it is one of the safest and most pleasant cities in the southern hemisphere. The fine sandy beaches, immaculate spaces and broad horizons of the Australian Outback will also delight nature lovers. Everything here will contribute to making your stay in Perth unforgettable.

Our partner school “PICE” occupies 2 floors of a very modern building, located in the heart of the city, not far from the train station and various public transport stations. Restaurants, cafés, shops, museums, parks and the banks of the majestic Swan River are all within walking distance, as is the lively Northbridge district, which abounds in pubs, bars, restaurants and discos with multicultural influences.

The school has a student association which looks after students outside lesson times. The school has up to 200 students of over 30 nationalities, with a very low percentage of French speakers(less than 5%).

Accreditations: NEAS, English Australia, Study Perth and WAPETIA

The school offers :

  • 20 bright, air-conditioned classrooms
  • A teaching resource centre equipped with a listening laboratory, numerous reference works, books, newspapers and magazines
  • A computer room with 15 computers
  • Wi-Fi connection
  • A large lounge with microwave, fridge and snack and drinks machines

English courses: general information

  • Length of lesson: 60 minutes
  • Maximum number of students per class: 15 (average 12)
  • Timetable: lessons are given in the morning and/or afternoon
  • Placement test: Monday morning
  • Certificate of attendance at the end of the course
  • Teachers are qualified to teach their language to foreigners

15 hours of general English per week

Duration: between 4 and 12 weeks

This programme is designed for those wishing to improve the 4 basic skills of written and oral expression, listening comprehension and reading.

Levels offered: elementary to advanced

25 hours of general English per week

Minimum duration: 2 weeks

The programme includes 21 hours of English and 4 hours of self-guided study per week. Optional activities are organised on Friday afternoons. You follow general English lessons in the morning and small group lessons in the afternoon, with a choice of 3 options:

  • Business English
  • English for university studies
  • Vocabulary, listening comprehension and conversation

Levels offered: elementary to advanced

Course duration: 10 or 12 weeks

This course is designed to provide systematic preparation for the FCE or CAE. It focuses on learning syntax and grammar, developing lexical knowledge and improving the accuracy of written and spoken language. It also prepares you for exam techniques.

Minimum levels required: advanced intermediate (FCE), advanced (CAE)

Course duration: 8 weeks

This course is designed to provide preparation for the IELTS exam. It focuses on the learning of syntax and grammar, the development of lexical knowledge and the accuracy of written and spoken language. It prepares you for university entrance.

Students learn through an active, communicative approach. In addition to weekly tests, students are required to complete minor and major tasks. A variety of academic material is used, including published IELTS and TOEFL texts.

Minimum level required: intermediate

The school organises a varied programme of activities with a different activity every Friday afternoon, designed to suit all budgets, as well as weekend excursions. All activities are accompanied by a teacher or a member of the school team. Every 15 days, a dinner is organised with your teacher. The schedule is drawn up at the beginning of each month.

Example of possible activities:

  • Catamaran on the river
  • Beach volleyball
  • Aboriginal culture tour
  • Cultural visits: museums and galleries
  • Barbecues
  • Weekend excursions: Rottnest Island, Monkey Mia dolphins, Pinnacles sunset, river cruise and winery tour, Wildlife Park, treetop walking, Albany tour, etc.

Single room, shared bathroom, half board during the week, full board at weekends

Travel time to school: generally less than 45 minutes from the school by public transport.

Please note that public transport in Perth is very cheap. Students staying for more than 6 weeks receive a 45% discount on public transport.

Practical information:

  • Bed linen and towels provided

This option is an ideal compromise for students who want to save money and benefit from free full-board accommodation in exchange for 15 hours’ work a week with the family, i.e. 3 hours a day x 5 days a week. The contract is drawn up between the young person and the family. The hours of work are divided between housework (e.g. cleaning, washing up, ironing, preparing meals, etc.) and looking after the child(ren) (e.g. waking them up, getting them dressed, taking them to school, collecting them in the evening, bathing them, feeding them, etc.)

You will benefit from an orientation day in Perth on the first day and follow-up by the Au Pair & Nanny Network Australia agency.

Conditions of participation:

  • You must be a young woman aged between 18 and 31
  • Minimum level of English: pre-intermediate
  • Take a standard or intensivegeneral English course lasting a minimum of 12 weeks
  • Apply at least 2 months before the start of your course
  • Skype interview to assess your motivation and level of English
  • Application form to be completed
  • Enjoy working with children
  • No criminal record
  • Medical certificate confirming that you are fit to live and work with children abroad.
  • At least two work references in the field of childcare (babysitting, voluntary work, etc.).

Travel

Day of arrival: Sunday

Day of departure: Saturday

Airport of arrival :

  • Perth International (PER)

Transfer available on request (at an additional cost, see “Dates & Prices” tab).

Note: do not book your travel ticket until we have confirmed your stay (approximately 4 days after payment of your deposit).

Visa information

Do you need a visa to follow this programme? For more information, please see our Visa Information page.

Please do not hesitate to contact us by email or telephone if you require any further information on this subject.

Dates & Prices 2024

Dates 2024

Session starts: every Monday, unless otherwise indicated below. If Monday is a public holiday, the session starts on Tuesday.

Public holidays and holidays: 1/01, 26/01, 4/03, 29/04, 1/04, 25/04, 3/06, 23/09, 21/12-29/12, 1/01/25

Dates of preparation sessions for Cambridge exams (FCE/CAE) and IELTS: please consult us

Exam dates: please contact us

Prices 2024

Including course, accommodation, meals as described, all taxes and registration fees

WPCS 42.0.3
Lessons & Accommodation in a host family, single room, half board
Duration3 hrs25 hrsFCE / CAE
2 weeks-€ 1.150-
Three weeks-€ 1.580-
4 weeks€ 1.980€ 1.995-
6 weeks€ 2.810€ 2.865-
8 weeks€ 3.580€ 3.740-
10 weeks--€ 4.590
12 weeks€ 5.180€ 5.480€ 5.440
16 weeks-€ 7.015-
18 weeks-€ 7.860-
20 weeks-€ 8.705-
24 weeks-€ 10.395-
32 weeks-€ 13.775-
36 weeks-€ 15.465-
Additional week-€ 420-
Supplements
Transfer (per trip)€ 75
Family for children under 18 (per week)€ 20
Cambridge exam fee (to be paid on site)€ 385
Placement in half-pair€ 415

The above prices include:

  • The chosen course programme
  • Accommodation with a host family in a single room
  • Half board during the week and full board at weekends
  • Access to all school facilities
  • Level test and certificate of attendance
  • All taxes and school administration costs

Not included:

  • Travel to and from Perth
  • Transfers on arrival and departure
  • Local transport
  • Lunch during the week
  • Course books (to be purchased locally; they will be sold at the end of the programme)
  • Examination fees, if applicable (Cambridge)
  • Visa fees (for stays of more than 12 weeks)
  • Optional insurance
  • Compulsory OSHC medical insurance (stays of at least 12 weeks)

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