Whitsundays College Of EnglishSydney, Australia
Level 4, 579 Harris Street - 2007 Sydney - see on mapPay less than booking at the school
What we like about the school
- Located just minutes from the city and steps from the Sydney harbour bridge.
- Welcome trial lesson.
What we dislike about the school
- There is a small fee for photocopying/printing.
Age of students
| Percentage of students | |
|---|---|
| 1-18 years | 0% |
| 18-24 years | 30% |
| 25-34 years | 50% |
| 35-50 years | 20% |
| >50 years | 0% |
The average age outside summer is 11 years higher than in summer.
Location: Whitsundays College Of English Sydney is an educational institute located on the outskirts of the cosmopolitan and vibrant city of Sydney, Australia. The school is housed in the inner-city suburb of Ultimo, around a 15-minute journey via public transport or a 20-minute walk from central Sydney and all of its attractions and amenities. Sites and places of cultural interest within walking distance of the school include the Queen Victoria Building shopping mall, St Mary's Cathedral, Darling Harbour, Hyde Park, Paddy's Markets Haymarket, several galleries, museums and much more.
Course selection: The school offers various programmes for adult students with an Elementary (A2) English level and above. In addition to General English programmes, the school provides English for Tertiary studies, International Secondary School Bridging programmes for high school students, and Exam Preparation programmes (IELTS, FCE).
Getting around: There are many bus and train routes within walking distance of the school's front doors. The Central train and light rail station are within a 1km walk of the school ensuring travel around the city and further afield can be made with ease.
Accommodation: The school is capable of supplying homestay accommodations to local families to students of all ages. The homestay options come with various meal plans and room types. In addition to this, Whitsundays College Of English Sydney can recommend a range of third-party sources for private accommodation rentals.
English Courses
General Language
General Intensive English
20 lessons per week
|18 students (max)
Offer!from
220AU$209AU$
Course Details
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in AU$ | |||||||||||
| Price at schoolOur price | -- | -- | -- | 880836 | 11001045 | 13201254 | 15401463 | 17601672 | 22002090 | 26402508 | 220209 |
| Price in US$ | 522 | 652 | 782 | 912 | 1043 | 1303 | 1564 | 131 |
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in AU$ | |||||||||||
| Price at schoolOur price | -- | -- | -- | 880836 | 11001045 | 13201254 | 15401463 | 17601672 | 22002090 | 26402508 | 220209 |
| Price in US$ | 522 | 652 | 782 | 912 | 1043 | 1303 | 1564 | 131 |
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Starting dates
Every Monday
Course specific data
General course schedule
4 daily lessons of 60 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: 8:15 - 12:35
Morning: 8:15 - 12:35
Possible course durations
4-99 weeks
Minimum required student age
18 years
Students per class
Maximum: 18 / Average: 15
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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Exam PreparationWhy exam preparation courses are excellent for optimum progress
IELTS Exam Preparation
20 lessons per week
|18 students (max)
Offer!from
220AU$209AU$
Course Details
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in AU$ | |||||||||||
| Price at schoolOur price | -- | -- | -- | 880836 | 11001045 | 13201254 | 15401463 | 17601672 | 22002090 | 26402508 | 220209 |
| Price in US$ | 522 | 652 | 782 | 912 | 1043 | 1303 | 1564 | 131 |
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in AU$ | |||||||||||
| Price at schoolOur price | -- | -- | -- | 880836 | 11001045 | 13201254 | 15401463 | 17601672 | 22002090 | 26402508 | 220209 |
| Price in US$ | 522 | 652 | 782 | 912 | 1043 | 1303 | 1564 | 131 |
See availability
Starting dates
Every Monday
Course specific data
General course schedule
4 daily lessons of 60 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: 8:15 - 12:35
Morning: 8:15 - 12:35
Possible course durations
4-99 weeks
Minimum required student age
18 years
Students per class
Maximum: 18 / Average: 15
Additional information for all courses
See availability
Our prices for Whitsundays College Of English include
- INCLUDED Internet access and use of school computers
- INCLUDED Wireless LAN zone at school
- INCLUDED Free certificate of course attendance
- INCLUDED Language level placement test at first day of classes
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Whitsundays College Of English
Accreditations and Quality seals
English teacher qualifications
9% hold a university degree
9% hold a recognised language teaching qualification
Languages spoken by school staff (cannot be guaranteed by school)
First day of course
Written and oral level test is performed. Students should arrive at 9:00
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 Whitsundays College Of English and you book here.
Payment methods accepted for payments made directly to the school
Legal name/parent company
Tax registration ID: ABN: 72099790566
General school facilities
Kitchen for student use
Computer lab
Library
Lounge
Copy machine
Self-study areas
Free WIFI
Non-smoking (all indoor areas, but not all outdoor areas of school)
Non-smoking (all indoor and all outdoor areas of school)
Classroom equipment
Air conditioning in all classrooms
Heating in all classrooms
Ample natural light in most classrooms
- Number of classrooms: 6
- Number of public PC workstations: 10
Student Age / Nationality
Average number of students
In summer: 100
Throughout the year: 50
Minimum age of students
18 years
Average number of levels
Adult courses In summer: 9
Adult courses Throughout the year: 9
Average age of students
In summer: 24 years
Throughout the year: 35 years
Top student nationalities
| Student Nationality | Percentage of students |
|---|---|
| China | 30% |
| Japan | 20% |
| Thailand | 10% |
| Korea | 10% |
| Italy | 5% |
| Vietnam | 5% |
| Spain | 5% |
| Other nationalities | 15% |
Information for all courses offered by Whitsundays College Of English
Lesson duration
60 minutes
Course material
Generally course material is distributed free to students but has to be returned to the school at end of course.
Comments about courses
Student Card (New Student): AUD 10
Days without class
In 2024 (including national and regional bank holidays):
01 Jan 2024, 25 Dec 2024, 23 Dec 2024 - 31 Dec 2024.
01 Jan 2024, 25 Dec 2024, 23 Dec 2024 - 31 Dec 2024.
In 2025 (including national and regional bank holidays):
01 Jan 2025 - 03 Jan 2025, 26 Jan 2025, 27 Jan 2025, 18 Apr 2025, 21 Apr 2025, 25 Apr 2025, 09 Jun 2025, 25 Dec 2025, 26 Dec 2025, 22 Dec 2025, 31 Dec 2025.
01 Jan 2025 - 03 Jan 2025, 26 Jan 2025, 27 Jan 2025, 18 Apr 2025, 21 Apr 2025, 25 Apr 2025, 09 Jun 2025, 25 Dec 2025, 26 Dec 2025, 22 Dec 2025, 31 Dec 2025.
If a bank holiday falls on a weekday there is no refund nor are missed lessons recuperated. This is the case for the majority of language schools.
Level test
A test to assess your exact language level takes place at the school on the first day of the course.
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.
Airport transfer
Sydney International Airport:
150 AU$ one way
300 AU$ return (both ways)
300 AU$ return (both ways)
More details about airports near Sydney and how to travel independently from the airport to the city on our Sydney page. For flight comparisons to Sydney, we recommend using skyscanner.com.
Visa Documents
Nationals from China require a visa to enter and study in Australia.
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.
School fee for issuing the visa documents:
200 AU$
Full payment of all fees required before school dispatches documents required for visa application
No
FAQ about Whitsundays College Of English, Sydney
- What is the best price for a course at Whitsundays College Of English, Sydney?English courses at Whitsundays College Of English start at 209 AU$ for General Intensive English course with 20 lessons per week. When booking here you benefit from an exclusive discount.
- Is airport pickup offered by Whitsundays College Of English?Yes. The school offers pickup from Sydney International Airport (150 AU$)
- What is the number of students per class at Whitsundays College Of English?Depending on the chosen course, the maximum number of students at Whitsundays College Of English varies from 18 students (General Intensive English) to 18 students (General Intensive English)
- What is the qualification of the teachers at Whitsundays College Of English?9% of teachers at Whitsundays College Of English hold a university degree. 9% hold a recognized language teaching certificate.
- Which countries are students of Whitsundays College Of English from?The highest Nationality percentage at Whitsundays College Of English comes from China with a 30% representation, followed by students from Japan (20%) and Korea (10%).
- Is this price lower than booking directly with the school?Yes, there is an exclusive discount that only applies when booking online here.
- Whitsundays College Of English offers courses for which ages?Whitsundays College Of English offers courses from 18 years to 99. Average age is 24 during the summer and 35 for the rest of the year.
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