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“Learn to live” is the philosophy of the Byron Bay School of English.
A friendly school where you will learn more than just the English language.

Course description

Located just 8 minutes walking distance from the beaches, in the heart of the city.

Pedagogy

Professors are all certified and specialize in teaching English to non-native speakers.
  • Minimum age : 16 years
  • Number of classrooms : 13
  • Services : cafeteria, internet access, library, multi-media center, student lounge, wifi
  • Environment : Seaside, Town Center
  • Transportation : Bus
  • In proximity : Bars, Restaurants, Groceries
  • Leisure activities : Basketball, Equestrian center, Golf, Kitesurfing, Sailing, Soccer, Surf, surfsailing, Tennis, Tourist sites, Volleyball

Accreditations

  • Our advice

There are quality courses in a welcoming and professional school in paradise.
Situated on the east coast of Australia, Byron Bay is in a safe location and has a sub-tropical climate and wonderful beaches.
It is a very special part of Australia.

  • Minimum age : 16 years
  • Course : Monday to Friday
  • National holidays : 2,26 January - 6,9,25 April - 11 June - 6 August - 1 October 2012 - 21 December 2012 to 1 January 2013
  • Supplementary fee(s) : Access to services at program location 187 €.


Course - 23 lessons per week - Lesson Length : 60 min.
12 weekCourses start June 2012
Exam fees not included
The closest exam center is situated on the Gold Coast, about 60 away minutes from the school.
The school can help you to register if you wish to.
$317 for exam reigstration fees, to be paid upon arrival.
There is normally a test every second Saturday.
  1. Choose a type of accomodation

You have3 type(s) of possible living accomodations : homestay, homestay - homestay guardianship, residence - student houses.
  1. the duration of your living accomodations must be equal or less than the duration of your course
  2. Certian accomodations are not availavle for a minimum number of weeks:

Homestay 1

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Double room available only for 2 people who reserve them together. High season fees 33 € per week from 22 December 2012 to 29 December 2012 .
  • Stay from Sunday to Saturday
Accommodation options1 weekSupplementary 1 night
twin room (2 beds) - Half board Monday to Friday, full board on Saturday and Sunday - Shared bathroom154 €25 €
single room - Half board Monday to Friday, full board on Saturday and Sunday - Shared bathroom195 €29 €
single room - Bed & breakfast - Shared bathroom146 €25 €
Number of weeks of accomodations -+ number of extra nights -+

Homestay 2

Homestay guardianship

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For your child, the school chose a family with a tutor. He will watch the progress of the stay, including the student's respect for schedules,he will control of the diligence in the lessons, the quality of his meals, and his good behavior..
  • Stay from Sunday to Saturday
  • Minimum age : 16 years
Accommodation options1 week
twin room (2 beds) - Bed & breakfast - Shared bathroom179 €
single room - Half board Monday to Friday, full board on Saturday and Sunday - Shared bathroom219 €
Number of weeks of accomodations -+

Residence

Student houses

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Students houses are for Byron Bay students only. The bed linens are provided, but you should bring your own towels. The fee for services on location include a $200 deposit and $30 for housekeeping. The $200 deposit will refunded to the student if no damage has been done to the residence. Minimum booking - 2 weeks
  • disadvantage : depend on the tidiness od the other lodgers
  • economical
  • limited avaibilities
  • reassuring for women alone
  • Stay from Sunday to Saturday
  • Approximative time to school : 10 min. by transportation
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Accommodation options1 week
twin room (2 beds) - Without meals - Shared bathroom122 €
single room - Without meals - Shared bathroom162 €
Number of weeks of accomodations -+
  1. Optional : Transportation upon arrival

This option is available only if you request an accommodation
179 €: Gold Coast airport - Roundtrip179 €: Brisbane Airport - One way
72 €: Ballina airport - One way357 €: Brisbane Airport - Roundtrip
143 €: Ballina airport - Roundtrip219 €: Brisbane Airport - One way(Tarif de nuit, après 22h00)
90 €: Gold Coast airport - One way 

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IELTS Preparation

Study abroadtuition 12 week(s)3500 €
Study abroadOSHC348 €
Study abroadMaterial fees98 €
Study abroadRegistration fees80 €
Study abroadBooking fee162 €

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Transportation

Study language around the world - Activa LanguagesBrisbane Airport 0 €
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Study language around the world - Activa LanguagesGold Coast 0 €
 
Total booking price4188 €
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The IELTS test meets the highest international standards of language assessment and a great indicator of Enlish language proficency. It covers the four basic language skills: listening, reading, writing and speaking. IELTS is recognized by universities and employers in many countries, including Australia, Canada, New Zealand, the UK and the USA.
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NEAS
The National ELT Accreditation Scheme Limited (NEAS) is Australia's national accreditation organization for English Language Teaching centers.
The general goal of NEAS Australia is to establish and uphold high standards of service provision in English language teaching in Australia.
NEAS frequently conducts formal and informal consultations with commonwealth and state government authorities on matters affecting the quality of English language teaching in Australia.
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This program combines group language courses in the morning that encourage students to interact and help a student to improve practical communication skills. The individual language classes in the afternoon allow you to concentrate on your areas of weakness and on things that interest you personally.
ACPET
The Australian Council for Private Education and Training is a national association for independent service providers in the education field for both Australian and international students. The members of ACPET are committed to offering high quality courses.
CAE is ideal if you want to work or study abroad or if you wish to follow a career path that requires strong language skills (e.g. business, medicine or engineering).
Upon passing the exam, you will receive a certificate that indicates your language proficency, This certificate is awarded by University of Cambridge ESOL Examinations. This CAE certificate is recognized by universities and employers throughout the world.
This program is designed for those who wish to combine language lessons with their favorite sport.
Improve your skills in surfing and practice your English in a fun way. Here you will have the opportunity to study abroad and surf!
Byron Bay is a very popular tourist destination in Australia. The city is situated 178 km, or about 110 miles to the south of Brisbane, just a 2 hour drive away. The coastline, with its amazing…
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Can understand the main ideas of complex text on both concrete and abstract topics, including technical discussions in his/her field of specialisation. Can interact with a degree of fluency and spontaneity that makes regular interaction with native speakers quite possible without strain for either party. Can produce clear, detailed text on a wide range of subjects and explain a viewpoint on a topical issue giving the advantages and disadvantages of various options.
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Courses taking place during the bank holidays indicated below will be neither made up nor paid off.
This program is recommended for those who wish to learn a language and also be able to do other activities. Improve your communication skills through application in a variety of everyday situations. This course enables you to improve your grammatical knowledge, your vocabulary and your pronunciation.
The standard general language course is suitable for those who want to learn or improve a language, while having the opportunity to practice it everyday in the country where it is spoken.
This program provides students with the opportunity to study English in the morning and to participate in specialized activities in the afternoon.
In addition to standard English classes, students will receive instrument instruction each week.
The FCE indicates level of English proficency and practical use in clerical, secretarial and managerial jobs in many industries, particularly tourism, where contact with English speakers is required. Successful candidates must have the ability to handle routine letters and telephone inquiries.
After passing the exam, you will receive a certificate awarded by University of Cambridge ESOL Examinations. This certificate is recognized by universities and employers throughout the world.
Both the standard and intensive language course increase your general knowledge of the language, and allow you to acquire everyday communication skills. The intensive language course is great for those who prefer a more focused and intensive environment in which to learn a language.
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