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ACT Government School (Canberra)

CRICOS Provider Number – 00643J

Name of School – Canberra Government Schools

School Type – Co-educational School

Boarding/ other – Homestay

เว็บไซต์ – www.education.act.gov.au

Address – 51 Fremantle Drive, Stirling, Australian Capital Territory 2914, Australia

Philosophy

Canberra Government School is a coeducational school with approximately 43,516 students of which 661 are international students and 9 of these are Thai.

Curriculum and Qualifications

All schools are equipped with modern teaching materials. In the classroom there is an electric whiteboard and high speed internet access for students. The school also offers Virtual Learning opportunities which are used in daily teaching.

Educational Background

  • ACT Year 10 Certificate
  • ACT Year 12 Certificate
  • Australian Tertiary Admissions Ranking (ATAR)
  • Certificates in Vocational Education (Optional)
  • International Baccalaureate (Optional)
  • Cambridge Program (Optional)

Intensive English/ ESL Support

  • There is an English Language Preparation Center for International students, junior high school and high school.
  • There is an additional English lesson for International Students (ESL) is provided in all schools.
  • Moreover, for students with good English. Students can attend classes with local students.

Support Services for International Students

At each Canberra government school, there will be staff to coordinate and assist international students. ACT authorities also have specialized staff dedicated to maintaining the health and well-being of students in all schools which they are available 24 hours a day.

All Saints Anglican School

CRICOS Provider Number : 00979G

Website : www.asas.qld.edu.au

Address : Highfield Drive, Merrimac QLD 4226

School Type :Co-educational Boarding School

Philosophy and Special Features

All Saints Anglican School is Co-educational Boarding School established in 1987 and is open to students from Year 1 to Year 12. The student body consists of 1,800 students on a 250 acre campus, divided into 4 sections: The Junior School, The Middle School, The Senior School and International Centre. Each building on campus is fully equipped with modern teaching technologies and facilities, including an Electronic Learning Centres and Computer Annexes giving students unlimited access to school resources. To suit the needs of each individual student, All Saints Anglican School provides a wide variety of interesting academic subjects: Agricultural Science, Technology, Art and Crafts, Performing Arts or Health and Physical Education plus many others. All Saints Anglican School recognizes the importance of an active and healthy well-being on campus. The school provides students with professional sports equipment and facilities to ensure students lead an active lifestyle on campus. The school’s sports facilities include 2 swimming pools, 8 fields and others.

Location

All Saints Anglican School is located in the centre of Gold Coast Hinterland, 3 kilometres from Mudgeeraba on the east side of the Pacific Highway.

Curriculum and Qualifications

Students that graduate from Queensland will receive a Queensland Certificate of Education (QCE), a certificate that is recognized by universities worldwide. The school provides students with many course subjects to choose: Accounting, Ancient History, Art, Biological Science, Business, Chemistry, Computer Studies, Drama, Economics, Engineering Technology, English Communication, Graphics, Information Technology, Legal Studies, Physics and Tourism. Students who require additional help in English will be able to enrol into the High School Preparation Program at the All Saints International Centre. A number of specialized staff is able to teach and tutor basic, intermediate and advanced English lessons to students.

Academic Achievement

In 2013, several students from All Saints Anglican School achieved high test scores and the school was ranked as one of the Top 20 schools in Queensland.

Accommodation

Students will have the flexibility in choosing to live in dormitories or in Homestay. Dorms include 20 fully furnished bedrooms (including internet) and each room accommodates 2 students per room.  The advantages of living in a dormitory allow students to make new friends through participating in various dorm activities, sports and after school events. Additionally, the dorm provides a tutor to help students with assignments and coursework. Another housing choice is Homestay or residing with a local family. All Saints Anglican School will arrange Homestays that satisfies the needs of both student and parents. Most Homestay locations are situated close to the school to ensure students can comfortably travel to and from school, hassle-free.

Carey Baptist Grammar School

CRICOS Provider Number : 05308F

Address : 349 Barkers Road Kew, Victoria 3101

Website : http://www.carey.com.au

School Type : Co-educational Independent school

Philosophy – Special Features Brief history

Carey Baptist Grammar School is modelled as an international school and welcomes students from around the globe. Currently, the school has students from over 15 countries attending. Although the school pronounced itself as a Christian school, the school is open to all students with different backgrounds, religion and ethnicities. The school aims to develop each student’s self-confidence and be the best they can be. The school is a member of the European Council of International Schools and the International Baccalaureate Organisation. The school has a noteworthy exchange programme with schools around the world. Carey represents equal opportunity for all students, both girls and boys. The school is dedicated to empowering young minds to become confident and self-reliant individuals. Students will be engaged with one another by working together to produce excellent results via academic, cultural and sporting activities.

Location

Carey has four campuses: Kew Campus (located close to Melbourne’s CBD), Donvale Campus (located in the outer eastern suburbs), Sports Complex (located between Kew and Donvale campuses) and Camp Toonallook, the school’s outdoor educational facility.

Student Services

Carey is committed to taking good care of all students at the school, ensuring each student is comfortable at the school. New students will be introduced to classmates and teachers and will receive unconditional support from both parties. Each student will be a member of small groups. The function of the groups is to make the student feel comfortable or assist them when students require help. Each group will consist of specialized staffs; a certified psychiatrist and a mentor to closely monitor and guide the students in terms of academia or career options.

English Language Support

Students with no English foundation are required to attend intensive English classes first before enrolling into Carey. Students must take the AEAS examination at CETA to assess the student’s English skills and to effectively determine which Year the student should be enrolled into.

Billanook College

CRICOS PROVIDER Number : 00131M

Address : 197-199 Cardigan rd, Mooroolbark, Melbourne, VIC, AUSTRALIA 3138

Website : www.billanook.vic.edu.au

School Type – Co-educational Independent school

Philosophy

Billanook College is a coeducational, day school. Founded in 1978, the school is a member of the Round Square, an educational organization that maintains and facilities schools to promote a holistic approach to teaching and learning. The school’s principal is based on developing each student’s academic excellence, abilities, and maturing into responsible adults. International students at the college will be warmly welcomed and cared for by highly qualified staff. In regards to the school’s curriculum, there are a variety of subjects to choose from: Sports, music, Performing Arts and Education plus a variety of other academic activities. These courses and activities develop Leadership skills and tightly-knit teamwork mentality, allowing both local and international student to cooperate and succeed with one another. Students from Billanook College express determination to improve their academic skills and succeed in the future. Therefore, students from around the world aid one another in creating a positive and moving environment at the college through the exchange of ideas and teamwork. The college promotes cultural diversity and therefore, encourages students to each one another about their cultural backgrounds and thinking.

Location

The college is located on the eastside of Melbourne, surrounded by nature, promoting a safe and secure atmosphere for students. The school is perfectly equipped with the latest teaching facilities and materials to ensure each student is well-educated. All subjects include additional tutoring class and intensive ESL courses also.

Curriculum & Qualifications

Students in Year 7 – 10 will be able to take the Victorian Certificate of Education (VCE) which provides a wide range of subjects to choose from. Students in Year 11 – 12 can choose to study vocational subjects (VET) in addition to undertaking the regular curriculum. Once students successfully complete their high school studies, they will receive the VCE certificate, which is widely accepted across Australia and leading universities around the world.

Academic Achievement

Billanook College takes pride in their students who exceed all academic expectations. 40% of students who graduated from the college achieve top scores (within the ranks of Top 20) every year in Victoria.

Intensive English / ESL Support

Students who do not speak English as a first language will be enrolled in the school’s ESL programme and will be closely supervised by teachers and staff. Additionally, the school will assign specialized staff to help students in their classes to help them with their study material and clarify points they do not understand.

Support Services for International Students

Billanook College is dedicated to assisting all international students to ensure every student is cared for, supervised and guided accordingly. The school also provides homestay services for students who wish to stay with a homestay family.

Caulfield Grammar School

CRICOS Provider Number: 00136F

Address : 217 Glen Eira Road, East St Kilda, VIC, AUSTRALIA 3183

Website : www.caulfieldgs.vic.edu.au

School Type : Co-educational, Day and Boarding

Philosophy 

Caulfield Grammar School was founded in 1881 and offers classes from Kindergarten to Grade 12. The school is a coeducational school and is committed to providing a handful of subjects for students, using the school’s facilities. Caulfield Grammar School is well-recognized by both national and international universities in terms of using modern technologies to teach. Each week, the school’s teachers will undergo a training programme to enhance and improve their teaching methodologies and techniques.

Location 

Caulfield Campus (Year 7 – Year 12) is situated 9 kilometres away from Melbourne and takes approximately 20 minutes to get to the school. The other campus, Wheelers Hill Campus (open to students from Pre-Preparatory to Year 12) is 27 kilometres away from Melbourne and takes 30 minutes by car.

Curriculum Qualification  

The school cooperates with universities and other educational facilities in Melbourne by providing university-leveled subjects along with the student’s high school subjects. Students from the Caulfied Grammar School are required to take the Victorian Certificate of Education (VCE), a highly distinguished certification recognized nationally and internationally.

English Language support  

The school provides English courses for students who wish to learn and improve their English skills. The courses are taught by skilled teachers with many years of teaching experience.

Pathways to University

Students from the school will receive the highly-acclaimed VCE certificate which allows them to enter prestigious universities in Melbourne and around the world. The main highlight of the school is the ability to take first year university courses at the school. This allows the student to effectively prepare the students for university coursework and its strict curriculums.

Academic Achievement

Students from the school who graduated with a VCE certificate in 2012 achieved high test scores, outstanding academic results and were accepted into universities Australia and the world.

  • 3% of students from the school achieved the Top 1% scores of the state.
  • 13% of students from the school achieved the Top 3% scores of the state.
  • 22% of students from the school achieved the Top 5% scores of the state.
  • 38% of students from the school achieved the Top 10% scores of the state.
  • 76% of students from the school achieved the Top 30% scores of the state.
  • 92% of students from the school achieved the Top 50% scores of the state.

Accommodation

International students will have the option to stay on campus or with homestay families. This option applies to both Caulfield campuses.

Support Service for International student

The Caulfield Grammar School is a warm and welcoming school, welcoming students from all around the world from different walks of life. The school promotes a familiar environment where staffs are committed to helping each and every student to bringing out the best in them. The school provides various events and activities for students to participate in and to hone their leadership and teamwork skills as well.

Eltham College

CRICOS Provider Number :  00138D

Address : PO Box 40, Eltham Post Office, Eltham, VIC, AUSTRALIA 3754

Website : www.Elthamcollege.vic.edu.au

School Type : Co-educational

Philosophy 

Eltham College is a private, coeducational school accepting students from Kindergarten to Year 12. The school is recognized for its outstanding curriculum and subjects throughout Australia. Students that graduate from the school receive rich information and practical knowledge to be used to enter university and their future careers.

Location

Eltham College has two campuses; the main campus is located in the Research district (Main Rd) which is 45 minutes away from the centre of Melbourne. The other campus is located on King Street, which is only open to students from Year 9 onwards.

Curriculum Qualification

The school is committed to teaching courses that reflect the needs of the student within a positive and encouraging environment. Eltham College guarantees students will find success in university with the aid of the school’s guidance and outstanding curriculums. Thus, allowing students to create and organize their own learning styles in accordance with taking VCE courses.

Pathways to Schools

English Pathways is a unique class offered by ELTHAM College which allows students to consolidate English language on the school campus. This extra English language support will assist students to settle into classes more quickly

Academic Achievement / Other Notable Achievements

In 2011 – 2012, more than 99% of graduates successfully enrolled in to leading Australian universities.

Accommodation

Eltham College arranges homestay accommodations for international students, ensuring the students can live comfortably off-campus and go to school with relative ease.

Support Service for International students

International students will receive unconditional support from the school staff by supplying students with counselling services and keeping in touch with parents or guardians as well.

Kardinia International College

Kardinia International College

CRICOS Provider Number: 01502C

Website : www.kardinia.vic.edu.au

Type : Co-educational, Day school

Philosophy

Kardinia International College is a top private school, located in Geelong, State of Victoria, away from Melbourne CBD only one hour. School has boundary area of 130 acres with modern school building and big sports center in good environment. The school also has IB diploma and English language courses for international students. There are 1,400 students including 70 International students. There is a policy to limit the amount of international students from the same country. So the school allows only 16 students for one country.

Location

205 Ballarat Road, Bell Post Hill 3215

Curriculum and Qualification

The students who have studied in Kardinia International College can have their own timetable. The students can choose the subject by themselves as the students can learn in specific subject to continue in major at University. In one classroom, there are only 17 students. Every year, the students will have the opportunity to travel to Japan and for students in Years 9 the student will live in Chiang Mai, Thailand for eight weeks. Also the school have a lot of activities for the students to join too.

Pathways to University 

The students who study in Kardinia International College have the good result that everyone can intake to University. The school also promise to ensure all students to develop their skills and knowledge for access to University. In each year, the Year 12 students from Kardinia International College have higher test scores than average scores in the same states.

Accommodation

International students and students from other regions in Australia stay with Australian families provided by the school. Students who stay with Australian families can learn Australian culture and practice English faster than staying in a boarding school as the students can use only English language in the homestay to communicate. The school has the service for the student to coordinate with housing problem. All students live in a safe, warm and well cared environment. Also, all the students have their own bedroom. The host family will prepare all meals and laundry for the students and provide Internet in the house.

Intensive English Support

When the international students arrive at school. The Student will sit English Proficiency Test and compare in level. The Students will learn English in small classes with teachers who have specialized in teaching English. Normally, the international students will start studying English from level 2 or 3 to level 7 to be passed to regular classes.

Support Services for International Students

The authorities of International Students is responsible for the well-being of each international student at the school. Their roles is to coordinate, manage orientation and monitor each student, ensuring each student is well cared during their stays. The authorities will advise the new student how to open bank account and purchase uniforms.

Mater Christi College

Mater Christi College

CRICOS Provider Number : 00589K

Website : www.materchristi.edu.au

Address : 28 Bayview Road BELGRAVE VICTORIA 3160 AUSTRALIA

School Type :   A catholic boarding school for girls

Philosophy

Mater Christi College is an all girls’ Catholic boarding school, emphasized on developing each girl’s self-confidence, creativity and responsibilities she has to her school and community. Teachers at the school possess many years of teaching experience and as a result, many international students achieve great academic feats with their guidance. Many students continue onwards to pursue higher education in the universities of their choice.

Location

The school is located the Belgrave district in a beautiful and safe environment. The school building is modern and is located on top of the hill. Additionally, the school can be reached via bus and train station within 5 minutes.

Curriculum and Qualifications

Over 90% of students from the school receive university acceptance letters from universities across Victoria and over 60% of students achieved an Enter Score of 70% or more. 50% of students received offers from Monash University and the University of Melbourne, including other recognized universities across Australia.

English Language Support

Mater Christi has an English teaching programme for international students. The classes are focused on developing the student’s language skill through classroom participation and assigning research papers.

Accommodation

The school dorms are located in a safe and friendly environment. The dorms are able to house 40 students and there will be on-site staff to assist students 24 hours a day. The rooms are equipped with telephones and internet. Additionally, the dorm staff provide extra classes for students who require assistance regarding school or personal matters. For students who opt out of boarding, students can choose to stay with homestay families as well.

Support Services for International students

Mater Christi provides extensive support services to international students including Guardianship services, healthcare and extra class sessions. There will be staff on-hand to assist students with school subjects and guiding students through university applications. Additionally, the school provides once a year free transfer services to and from the airport. Other services include assisting students on opening a bank account, travel and health insurance for example.

Methodist Ladies’ College

Methodist Ladies’ College

CRICOS Provider Number : 00325A

Website : www.mlc.vic.edu.au

Address : 207 Barkers Rd., Kew, VIC, AUSTRALIA 3101

School Type : Girls’ Day and Boarding School

Philosophy

Methodist Ladies’ College (MLC) is the oldest, largest and most famous girls’ only school in the state of Victoria. MLC was founded in 1882 and serves as a day school with optional boarding services. MLC is catered to providing students with a host of interesting subjects such as sports, arts, music and more to meet the demands and needs of each student. Most interestingly, MLC was the first school in the world to introduce the use of notebooks computers for teaching Year 5 – 12. Additionally, the school was the only school in the state of Victoria to only use Smart Cards as well. MLC is focused on learning and developing each student’s abilities to the fullest with the help and supervision of staff and faculty.

Location

MLC is located in Kew, just 7 kilometres from Melbourne’s city centre. Traveling to and from the school or Melbourne’s city centre is convenient.

Curriculum and Qualifications

There are a variety of subjects taught at the school under the Victorian Certificate of Education (VCE). There are 80 interesting subjects for students to choose from. However, students have the option to pursue the Vocational Education Training (VET) or the International Baccalaureate Diploma Program (IB).

Entry requirements for overseas students

For students who do not speak English as their primary language, students must take and pass the AEAS Test (which can be done at CETA) before enrolling into the school. English Language Support Additionally, the school provides international students with English as a Second Language (ESL) course to help improve the student’s English proficiency at school and better understand the education system also.

Pathways to University

Students are able to take a variety of courses aligning with their interests from the Victorian Certificate of Education (VCE), Vocational Educational Training (VCE – VET) and International Baccalaureate Diploma Program (IB).

Academic Achievement / Other Notable Achievements

In 2012:

  • There were a total number of 2 students under VCE to achieve an ATAR score of 99.96 points.
  • 1 student under VCE achieved an ATAR score of 99.90 points.
  • 2% of students under VCE and VET achieved ATAR scores of more than 99 points.
  • 8% of students under VCE and VET achieved ATAR scores of more than 98 points.
  • 4% of students under VCE and VET achieved ATAR scores of more than 95 points.
  • 40% of students under VCE and VET achieved ATAR scores of more than 90 points.
  • 8% of students under VCE and VET achieved ATAR scores of more than 80 points.

Accommodation

The Tiddeman House is the school’s dormitory welcoming both local and international students. The dorm can easily house more than 100 students in its space. However, if students choose to stay with homestay families, the school can arrange and match the perfect homestay family for the student as well.

Support Services for International students

MLC is committed to helping students in all fields of study, including helping students with integrating with the school and society plus, providing students with in-depth career advice. Additionally, the school works closely with parents by reporting the student’s academic progress and providing suggestions, based on the student’s academic performance.

St Michael’s Grammar School

Cricos Provider No. – 00345G

เว็บไซต์ – www.stmichaels.vic.edu.au

ที่อยู่ – 25 Chapel Street, St. Kilda, Melbourne VIC 3182

Philosophy

St. Michael’s Grammar School was founded in 1895, initially as the only female school. Nowadays, it has become a coeducational school and is open to kindergarten through 12th grade. The school is focused on giving students a better understanding of life and living together with others, under the basics of understanding, acceptance and respect for others from diverse cultures and livelihoods.

Location

The school is located in Kilda Street, 5 km from Melbourne city center. It is easily accessible by train, tram and bus.

Curriculum and Qualifications

St. Michael’s Grammar School’s 12th grade students will receive a Victorian Certificate of Education or VCE from a total of 45 subjects. Students will also be able to choose additional courses in the subjects they are interested in, such as science and management etc.

English Language Support

ESL classes are available for students in grades 11 and 12 which are taught by teachers who specialize in teaching English for International students for many years.

Pathways to University

St. Michael’s Grammar School, along with leading universities in Melbourne has organized the Melbourne Schools Partnership Program to award students with top scores. In the past year, many international students have won this award in different field of education as follows:

  • Arts, Commerce and Engineering at the University of Melbourne
  • Accounting and Finance at Monash University
  • Information Technology at Monash
  • Occupational Therapy at LaTrobe University.

Academic Achievement / Other Notable Achievements

In 2013, the students who enrolled in VCE examination scored prominently in the following.

  • 3 % of students have an ATAR rating of more than 98 points.
  • 12 % of students have an ATAR rating of more than 95 points.
  • 26 % of students have an ATAR rating of more than 90 points.
  • 44 % of students have an ATAR rating of more than 80 points.

Accommodation

If the students require Accommodation, the school will arrange for students to stay with homestay, which they can choose the different types and facilities they want.