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High School Preparation (HSP)

If you are planning to enter an Australian high school, our High School Preparation (HSP) course will teach you the English and academic skills you need to be successful. Our focus on Australian study methods and culture will increase your confidence and help you adapt to life in your new high school.

The course is divided into 4 terms per year, and combines intensive English language study with English for specific Australian high school subjects. These subjects include Mathematics, Science, Human Society, Personal Development and Health, and Computer Studies. Weekly educational and cultural excursions, and a structured sports program are also included.

Our High school students study together in their own section of the college, with well-equipped classrooms and a science, art and cooking room. You will enjoy meeting students of your own age in our large HSP common area.

Our HSP teachers are not only qualified English language teachers but also have extensive experience as high school teachers. They create a disciplined but friendly and supportive learning environment to help you prepare well for entry to high school.

You are provided with course books, workbooks and the latest learning materials to help with your English studies.

English Levels

You are tested on your first day and placed at the level that is right for you. We offer 5 levels as follows:

  • Beginner
  • Elementary
  • Lower Intermediate
  • Intermediate
  • Upper Intermediate

    • How Do I Progress to the Next Level?

    You are assessed throughout your course. The standard of your class work and homework, and your results on end-of-term tests, determine your class level for the next term of study. We expect that it will take 8-12 weeks to progress from one level to the next.

    Why Should I Study HSP?

    • If you are planning to enter an Australian high school but do not have the level needed
    • If you are seeking a "real life" environment to develop your language skills - school visits and regular briefings included in the program
    • To improve your listening, speaking, reading and writing skills so that you can successfully study the subjects of Australian high schools
    • Help you to perform effectively in a wide range of social and learning situations at high school
    • Improve your language and cultural skills to increase your confidence and motivation
    • Help you adapt to life in an Australian high school
    • To enter one of our direct entry pathways into leading govenment and private high schools. (no needs to sit an IELTS or TOEFL test)

    Key Facts

    Entry Requirements: Students must be able to read and write the English alphabet, and they must be able to have a basic conversation, such as introducing themselves and saying where they are from.
    Age: 13 years - 17 years
    Course Length: 1-52 weeks
    Hours Per Week: 22.5 hours/week