Turner English CollegeMelbourne, Australia
Suite 1.08, Level 1, 2 Queen St - 3000 Melbourne - see on map
Pay less than booking at the school
What we like about the school
- Excellent nationality mix. No student nationality makes up more than 10% of students.
- Lessons are for 70 minutes, much longer than in most schools.
- E-learning platform.
Location: Turner English College Melbourne is an English language institute located in the bustling Australian city of Melbourne. Housed in the city centre, the school has an excellent location for students looking to interact and engage with all that Melbourne City has to offer. In addition to several eateries, links to public transport, shops and shopping malls, the school is within walking distance of several attractions of social and cultural interest. Such attractions within walking distance of the school include St Paul's Cathedral, Hosier Lane, the National Gallery of Victoria, the Shrine of Remembrance, the Royal Botanic Gardens - Victoria Melbourne, the State Library Victoria, Chinatown Melbourne, and much more.
Course selection: Turner English College Melbourne provides English language tuition at various intervals throughout the year to students of all levels. In addition to General English which is taught over several schedules, the school also provides High School Preparation and IELTS Exam Preparation programmes at various intervals throughout the year.
Methodology: Turner English College Melbourne uses their very own teaching method, known as the Turner method, to teach English as a second language. It is viewed that this method uses a combination of modern and old teaching methods that cater to adult learning techniques.
Accommodation: The school can provide accommodation with various homestay families throughout the city. These come with various meal plan options. All accommodation is subject to availability.
English Courses
General Language
General English - Morning
24 lessons per week
|15 students (max)
Offer!from
400AU$380AU$
Course Details
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 44 |
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Price in AU$ | |||||||||||
Price at schoolOur price | -- | -- | -- | -- | 20001900 | 24002280 | 28002660 | 32003040 | 40003800 | 48004560 | 1760016720 |
Price in US$ | 1184 | 1421 | 1658 | 1895 | 2368 | 2842 | 10419 |
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 44 |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Price in AU$ | |||||||||||
Price at schoolOur price | -- | -- | -- | -- | 20001900 | 24002280 | 28002660 | 32003040 | 40003800 | 48004560 | 1760016720 |
Price in US$ | 1184 | 1421 | 1658 | 1895 | 2368 | 2842 | 10419 |
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Starting dates
2024: 15 Jan 2024, 19 Feb 2024, 25 Mar 2024, 29 Apr 2024, 11 Jun 2024, 15 Jul 2024, 26 Aug 2024, 30 Sep 2024, 04 Nov 2024
Course specific data
General course schedule
4-5 daily lessons of 70 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 9:30 - 15:00
Morning: 9:30 - 15:00
Possible course durations
5-99 weeks
Minimum required student age
18 years
Students per class
Maximum: 15 / Average: 13
Special note for 2025 holiday season: If you plan to take a course during the high season months of April, June, July or August 2025 we urgently advise you to book as early as possible. In 2024 many schools were fully booked during the holidays and the situation is unlikely to be different for 2025 due to a current shortage of teachers, which affects most schools.
Additional information for all courses
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General English - Afternoon
24 lessons per week
|15 students (max)
Offer!from
400AU$380AU$
Course Details
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 44 |
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Price in AU$ | |||||||||||
Price at schoolOur price | -- | -- | -- | -- | 20001900 | 24002280 | 28002660 | 32003040 | 40003800 | 48004560 | 1760016720 |
Price in US$ | 1184 | 1421 | 1658 | 1895 | 2368 | 2842 | 10419 |
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 44 |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Price in AU$ | |||||||||||
Price at schoolOur price | -- | -- | -- | -- | 20001900 | 24002280 | 28002660 | 32003040 | 40003800 | 48004560 | 1760016720 |
Price in US$ | 1184 | 1421 | 1658 | 1895 | 2368 | 2842 | 10419 |
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Starting dates
2024: 15 Jan 2024, 19 Feb 2024, 25 Mar 2024, 29 Apr 2024, 11 Jun 2024, 15 Jul 2024, 26 Aug 2024, 30 Sep 2024, 04 Nov 2024
Course specific data
General course schedule
4-5 daily lessons of 70 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Afternoon: 13:30 - 19:00
Afternoon: 13:30 - 19:00
Possible course durations
5-99 weeks
Minimum required student age
18 years
Students per class
Maximum: 15 / Average: 13
Additional information for all courses
See availability
Junior
High School Preparation
24 lessons per week
|16 students (max)
Offer!from
480AU$456AU$
Course Details
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 44 |
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Price in AU$ | |||||||||||
Price at schoolOur price | -- | -- | -- | -- | 24002280 | 28802736 | 33603192 | 38403648 | 48004560 | 57605472 | 2112020064 |
Price in US$ | 1421 | 1705 | 1989 | 2274 | 2842 | 3410 | 12502 |
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 44 |
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Price in AU$ | |||||||||||
Price at schoolOur price | -- | -- | -- | -- | 24002280 | 28802736 | 33603192 | 38403648 | 48004560 | 57605472 | 2112020064 |
Price in US$ | 1421 | 1705 | 1989 | 2274 | 2842 | 3410 | 12502 |
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Starting dates
2024: 15 Jan 2024, 19 Feb 2024, 25 Mar 2024, 29 Apr 2024, 11 Jun 2024, 15 Jul 2024, 26 Aug 2024, 30 Sep 2024, 04 Nov 2024
Course specific data
General course schedule
4-5 daily lessons of 70 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 11:50 - 15:50
Morning: 11:50 - 15:50
Possible course durations
5-99 weeks
Students per class
Maximum: 16 / Average: 13
Additional information for all courses
See availability
Exam PreparationWhy exam preparation courses are excellent for optimum progress
IELTS Preparation
24 lessons per week
|15 students (max)
Offer!from
400AU$380AU$
Course Details
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 45 |
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Price in AU$ | |||||||||||
Price at schoolOur price | -- | -- | -- | -- | 20001900 | 24002280 | 28002660 | 32003040 | 40003800 | 48004560 | 1800017100 |
Price in US$ | 1184 | 1421 | 1658 | 1895 | 2368 | 2842 | 10655 |
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 45 |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Price in AU$ | |||||||||||
Price at schoolOur price | -- | -- | -- | -- | 20001900 | 24002280 | 28002660 | 32003040 | 40003800 | 48004560 | 1800017100 |
Price in US$ | 1184 | 1421 | 1658 | 1895 | 2368 | 2842 | 10655 |
See availability
Starting dates
2024: 15 Jan 2024, 19 Feb 2024, 25 Mar 2024, 29 Apr 2024, 11 Jun 2024, 15 Jul 2024, 26 Aug 2024, 30 Sep 2024, 04 Nov 2024
Course specific data
General course schedule
4-5 daily lessons of 70 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Afternoon: 13:30 - 19:00
Afternoon: 13:30 - 19:00
Possible course durations
5-99 weeks
Minimum required student age
18 years
Students per class
Maximum: 15 / Average: 13
Additional information for all courses
See availability
Our prices for Turner English College include
- INCLUDED Elearning platform
Turner English College
English teacher qualifications
75% hold a university degree
100% hold a recognised language teaching qualification
Languages spoken by school staff (cannot be guaranteed by school)
First day of course
Students should arrive at 8:00
Student gender mix
50% male / 50% female
Offer for returning students
You will be refunded/waived the school's administration fee if you already attended previously a course at Turner English College and you book here.
Payment methods accepted for payments made directly to the school
Year of school foundation
2017
Legal name/parent company
Tax registration ID: 83 158 047 333
General school facilities
Kitchen for student use
Microwave for student use
Student support desk
Copy machine
Free WIFI
Non-smoking (all indoor areas, but not all outdoor areas of school)
Non-smoking (all indoor and all outdoor areas of school)
Tourist information
Paid parking (<500m)
Classroom equipment
TV in all classrooms
Air conditioning in all classrooms
Heating in all classrooms
Ample natural light in all classrooms
- Number of classrooms: 3
- Number of public PC workstations: 1
Student Age / Nationality
Average number of students
In summer: 45
Throughout the year: 45
Minimum age of students
18 years
Average number of levels
Adult courses In summer: 5
Adult courses Throughout the year: 5
Junior courses In summer: 1
Junior courses Throughout the year: 1
Average age of students
In summer: 16 years
Throughout the year: 24 years
Top student nationalities
Student Nationality | Percentage of students |
---|---|
China | 8% |
Chile | 6% |
Thailand | 4% |
Brazil | 2% |
France | 1% |
Iran | 1% |
Vietnam | 1% |
Japan | 1% |
Korea | 1% |
Italy | 1% |
Other nationalities | 74% |
Information for all courses offered by Turner English College
Lesson duration
70 minutes
Course material
Generally course material has to be purchased by the student. The costs of course material will be approximately 15 AU$ per week.
Days without class
In 2024 (including national and regional bank holidays):
01 Jan 2024 - 14 Jan 2024, 11 Mar 2024, 29 Mar 2024, 01 Apr 2024, 25 Apr 2024, 10 Jun 2024, 05 Nov 2024, 14 Dec 2024 - 31 Dec 2024.
01 Jan 2024 - 14 Jan 2024, 11 Mar 2024, 29 Mar 2024, 01 Apr 2024, 25 Apr 2024, 10 Jun 2024, 05 Nov 2024, 14 Dec 2024 - 31 Dec 2024.
In 2025 (including national and regional bank holidays):
01 Jan 2025 - 14 Jan 2025, 11 Mar 2025, 29 Mar 2025, 01 Apr 2025, 25 Apr 2025, 10 Jun 2025, 05 Nov 2025, 14 Dec 2025 - 31 Dec 2025.
01 Jan 2025 - 14 Jan 2025, 11 Mar 2025, 29 Mar 2025, 01 Apr 2025, 25 Apr 2025, 10 Jun 2025, 05 Nov 2025, 14 Dec 2025 - 31 Dec 2025.
Level test
A test to assess your exact language level takes place before the start of the course via an online form.
Lessons needed per English language level
Data above gives some guidance. For more details consult our page How long does it take to learn a language or reach a specific level.
Visa Documents
You can travel and study a language course for a limited number of hours a week just applying for the visa waiver programme online.
Check visa requirements for nationals from other countries.Nationals from countries that require a visa will receive documents from the school, related to booking confirmation, which is required for the visa application.
Full payment of all fees required before school dispatches documents required for visa application
No
Preferential cancellation terms in case of visa refusal
School agreed that students booking online on this site will benefit from preferential cancellation fees in case of visa refusal, and in this case will never exceed EUR 180.
Accommodation
Homestay
Single room, No meals
from
360 AU$
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week | One-time fee (charged by school) |
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Price in AU$ | 360 | 720 | 1080 | 1440 | 1800 | 2160 | 2520 | 2880 | 3600 | 4320 | 360 | 250 |
Price in US$ | 225 | 449 | 673 | 898 | 1122 | 1346 | 1571 | 1795 | 2244 | 2692 | 225 | 156 |
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week | One-time fee (charged by school) |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Price in AU$ | 360 | 720 | 1080 | 1440 | 1800 | 2160 | 2520 | 2880 | 3600 | 4320 | 360 | 250 |
Price in US$ | 225 | 449 | 673 | 898 | 1122 | 1346 | 1571 | 1795 | 2244 | 2692 | 225 | 156 |
Minimum stay: 1 week
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per person
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per person
Check-in
Sunday
Check-out
Saturday
Note: It is important to inform the school if you plan to arrive or leave outside the standard check in/check out times.
One-time fee
The school/accommodation provider will charge a non-refundable one-time fee of 250AU$.
No extra nights bookable
Room Occupancy
Single room
Includes
Access to Wifi in building (Free WIFI), Shared bathroom.
Meals
No meals.
Minimum age of students
19
Maximum age of students
1
Homestay
Single room, Breakfast, lunch & dinner
from
685 AU$
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week | One-time fee (charged by school) |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Price in AU$ | 685 | 1370 | 2055 | 2740 | 3425 | 4110 | 4795 | 5480 | 6850 | 8220 | 685 | 250 |
Price in US$ | 427 | 854 | 1281 | 1708 | 2135 | 2561 | 2988 | 3415 | 4269 | 5122 | 427 | 156 |
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week | One-time fee (charged by school) |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Price in AU$ | 685 | 1370 | 2055 | 2740 | 3425 | 4110 | 4795 | 5480 | 6850 | 8220 | 685 | 250 |
Price in US$ | 427 | 854 | 1281 | 1708 | 2135 | 2561 | 2988 | 3415 | 4269 | 5122 | 427 | 156 |
Minimum stay: 1 week
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per person
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per person
Check-in
Sunday
Check-out
Saturday
Note: It is important to inform the school if you plan to arrive or leave outside the standard check in/check out times.
One-time fee
The school/accommodation provider will charge a non-refundable one-time fee of 250AU$.
No extra nights bookable
Room Occupancy
Single room
Includes
Shared bathroom.
Meals
Breakfast, lunch & dinner.
FAQ about Turner English College, Melbourne
- What is the best price for a course at Turner English College, Melbourne?English courses at Turner English College start at 380 AU$ for General English - Morning course with 24 lessons per week. When booking here you benefit from an exclusive discount.
- What is the number of students per class at Turner English College?Depending on the chosen course, the maximum number of students at Turner English College varies from 15 students (General English - Morning) to 16 students (High School Preparation)
- What is the qualification of the teachers at Turner English College?75% of teachers at Turner English College hold a university degree. 100% hold a recognized language teaching certificate.
- Which countries are students of Turner English College from?The highest Nationality percentage at Turner English College comes from China with a 8% representation, followed by students from Chile (6%) and Thailand (4%).
- Is this price lower than booking directly with the school?Yes, there is an exclusive discount that only applies when booking online here.
- Turner English College offers courses for which ages?Turner English College offers courses from 18 years to 99. Average age is 16 during the summer and 24 for the rest of the year.
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