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2 HIGH SCHOOL PREPARATION. Imagine Education Australia s College of English is committed to helping our students master the English language, no matter their age. We believe that early education is vital to each child s development and future success. Our High School Preparation program is designed for children who are soon to enter high school in Australia. Our English programs are delivered by world-class teaching staff who encourage independent language learning in a caring and supportive environment. COURSE FEATURES. Course content is based on the Queensland secondary school core subject areas (years 8 to 12), including English for maths, English for science, academic writing, and public speaking. Classes are taught by teachers who are registered and accredited by the Queensland College of Teachers. This program helps to provide a smooth transition into high A placement test determines the length required to achieve the students goals. Students are monitored closely and will be assessed in the areas of listening, speaking, reading, writing, and grammar every five weeks. Small class sizes guarantee individual attention. Detailed reports are sent to guardians and agents every five weeks and upon graduation. Course material is varied and fun, and includes internet research, extracts from books and movies, television and radio programs, music, drama, and art. Rules and policies are closely monitored to ensure students are in a comfortable study environment. All learning materials are provided free of charge by the college. Students take part in a variety of sporting and co-curricular activities, such as basketball, badminton, cooking, and bushwalking. Monthly excursions complement the class program and give students experience with real life, practical situations. quality preparation for australian high school Duration: 60 weeks; 25 hours tuition/ week Entry requirements: > Completion of primary schooling in home country > Average to strong academic results for last two years in home country

3 OUR PARTNER HIGH SCHOOLS. Imagine Education Australia has partnered with a number of highlyreputable high schools across Queensland and New South Wales for our High School Preparation students to transition into upon completion of their High School Preparation course *. These schools include: Co-ed boarding schools. The Cathedral School (Townsville) cathedral.qld.edu.au Girls boarding schools. St. Hilda s School (Gold Coast) sthildas.qld.edu.au The Glennie School (Toowoomba) glennie.qld.edu.au boys boarding schools. The Southport School (Gold Coast) tss.qld.edu.au Ipswich Grammar School (Ipswich) igs.qld.edu.au day schools. Bishop Druitt College (Coffs Harbour) bdc.nsw.edu.au Emmanuel Anglican College (Ballina) eac.nsw.edu.au St Aidan s Anglican Girls School (Brisbane) staidans.qld.edu.au Coomera Anglican College (Gold Coast) cac.qld.edu.au Hillcrest Christian College (Gold Coast) hillcrest.qld.edu.au Somerset College (Gold Coast) somerset.qld.edu.au Fraser Coast Anglican College (Hervey Bay) fcac.qld.edu.au *IMPORTANT NOTE: This in no way implies a guaranteed place in a university or high school program. Individual applications must be approved by the applied university or

4 school services. We offer a number of school services for our students, including: > Free introduction to Australian private schools prior to completion of the course > Daily tutor support in addition to classroom teaching > Counselling: personal and academic > Free computer and internet access > 24-hour contactable staff > Free college shuttle bus service to selected pick-up and drop-off points > Computer library on campus HOMESTAY PLACEMENT. Imagine Education Australia provides FREE guardianship for all students under the age of 18 staying with an Imagine Homestay family. Many students choose to stay in Homestay to experience life with a real Australian family. Imagine Education Australia works closely with Gold Coast Student Accommodation Centre to select quality host families for those students wishing to immerse themselves in English and the authentic Australian way of life. Our representative works closely with host families to ensure our students receive the best care possible during their time in Australia. Full details of your Homestay arrangement will be sent to you prior to leaving your home country.

5 TIME Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday 9:00 to 10:00 Core skills: role play; grammar unit Core skills: survey; grammar unit Core skills: song/ video task; grammar unit Core skills: newspaper article Core skills: weekly speaking; presentation 10:00 to 10:30 Core skills: journal writing; weekly spelling list Journal: writing/ reading Journal: writing/ reading Core skills study Journal: writing/ reading 10:30 to 10:50 MORNING TEA 10:50 to 11:40 English for science: science skills; English terminology for science English for maths: numeracy skills; English terminology for mathematics Novel: reading and discussion of a range of high school literature Academic writing: Reports, articles, short stories, essays, poetry Weekly core skills test: spelling/ grammar quiz 11:40 to 12:20 Novel English for science English for maths English for science Graduation/ weekly review: homework check 12:20 to 1:00 LUNCH 1:00 to 2:00 Academic writing/ novel Academic writing Sports activity English for maths Practical application 2:00 to 2:50 Theme: weekly theme; new subject each reporting period Art: creative expression Theme: new subject each reporting period Sports activity 2:50 to 3:00 Homework check Homework check Homework check Homework check

6 TASTE OF AUSTRALIA: STUDY TOURS. Imagine offers quality study tour programs for students, involving a mix of English study and activities. Homestay can be provided to study tour groups and depending on their age and the duration of their stay, students are placed in twin-share accommodation. Below is a sample study tour program. For individually-tailored study tour programs and prices, please contact Imagine directly for a full quote. SAMPLE STUDY TOUR PROGRAM. DAY 1 AM: Arrive at Brisbane Airport; Brisbane City tour PM: Meet Homestay families and go home with them DAY 2 AM: Welcome orientation and placement test PM: ESL classes DAY 3 AM: ESL classes PM: Burleigh Beach headland walk DAY 4 AM & PM: ESL classes DAY 5 ALL DAY: Dreamworld excursion DAY 6 AM: Free time PM: Surfing lesson DAY 7 ALL DAY: Free time with host family DAY 8 ALL DAY: Free time with host family DAY 9 AM & PM: ESL classes DAY 10 AM & PM: ESL classes DAY 11 AM: ESL classes PM: Integration at local high school DAY 12 AM: ESL classes PM: Ten pin bowling DAY 13 AM: ESL classes PM: Graduation and farewell party DAY 14 Depart Gold Coast Gold Coast Queensland, Australia Contact us. For more information on Imagine Education s High School Preparation program, or to enrol, please contact us by one of the methods listed below: Phone info@imagineeducation.com.au Website Address 13 Benowa Road, Southport Qld 4215 Imagine Education Australia Pty Ltd CRICOS 02695C National Provider 31302