SHAFSTON FOR SCHOOLS PROGRAM

CRICOS: 106230E  &  107819A

26 YEARS TEACHING ENGLISH

Learn English with other students also preparing to study at an Australian schools after their Shafston course.

Unique Riverside Campus

Study with us in a real campus by the river at our Brisbane and Gold coast campus in a dedicated ‘SHAFSTON Junior’ zone.

INTENSIVE PROGRAMS

25 hours/week of intensive tuition and regular assessments for each subject area.

HIGHLY-QUALIFIED TEACHERS

We employ teachers who are not only well-qualified but have many years of experience working in the education industry.

Is your child's English ready for
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COURSE INFORMATION

PRIMARY ENGLISH PREPARATION
HIGH SCHOOL PROGRAM
SAMPLE TIMETABLE
LEARNING OUTCOMES

About Shafston's Primary English Program

The Primary English Preparation Program specifically targets young learners who are seeking to learn English and continue their schooling in Australia. The learners typically have only learnt some basic English at primary school and occasionally speak English with native speakers.

It is anticipated that Primary English Preparation Program students will exit the PEP Program and pathway to a mainstream primary school. The alternate pathway is for students to continue into the High School Preparation Program at Shafston, then exit to a mainstream high school.

The age range for students is between 8 and 12 years old.

PEP course students must reside with a “nominated guardian” approved by the Department of Home Affairs.
The Shafston program offers a variety of classroom activities - participating in group work tasks as well as other activities to become successful autonomous learners.

 

 

Course Name Primary English Preparation (PEP)
CRICOS Code 107819A
Locations Brisbane and Gold Coast Campus
Mode of Study 25 hours per week Face-to-face classroom delivery
Key Dates Every Monday
Entry Requirements Pre-test required (optional Online Pre-test; compulsory Orientation Placement Test)
Duration 2 - 40 weeks, 4 levels (Each level is 10 weeks in duration)
Course Content Grammar, Vocabulary, Reading, Writing, Listening, Speaking skills development

Includes preparation for official Cambridge exam A2 Key for Schools and B1 Preliminary for Schools

Key Points
    • Weekly review tests / Regular exams every 4 weeks / Progress Reports issued regularly
    • Cambridge Exam before completion of the program
    • After class support (During the time with Shafston)

About Shafston's High School Program

The Shafston High School preparation program is designed to prepare international students from a wide range of cultural backgrounds, aged between 12 – 17 years old, as an entry pathway into mainstream study at an Australian high school.

All your Shafston classes will be in English. Our intensive High School preparation program is designed to help you improve the core macro skills – Speaking, Reading, Writing, Listening and Grammar. In addition to this, you will study English for STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics), CLIL (Content Language Integrated Learning) Intensive Reading program, and Independent Skills workshops with a special focus on learning essential foundation academic skills to help equip you to achieve successful study outcomes, such as note-taking, mini-oral presentations and individual project work. The Shafston program offers a variety of classroom activities - participating in group work tasks as well as activities to become successful autonomous learners.

 

Course Name High School Preparation (HSP)
CRICOS Code 106230E
Locations Brisbane Campus
Mode of Study 25 hours per week Face-to-face classroom delivery
Key Dates Every Monday
Entry Requirements Pre-test required (Online Pre-test; Orientation Placement Test)
Duration 2 - 64 weeks, 6 levels HSP 1 to HSP 6 (Each level is 10 weeks in duration)
Course Content Grammar, Vocabulary, Reading, Writing, Listening, Speaking skills development

Includes preparation for official Cambridge exam A2 Key for Schools, B1 Preliminary for Schools and B2 First for Schools

Key Points
    • Weekly review tests / Regular exams every 4 weeks / Progress Reports issued regularly
    • Cambridge Exam before completion of the program
    • After class support (During the time with Shafston)
    • After graduation support for 5 weeks (For the first 5 weeks in high school)

HSP Sample Timetable

PEP Sample Timetable

Learning Outcomes and Skills

The aim of the Shafston for Schools program is to prepare students with the necessary English language skills and confidence to pathway and complete their secondary schooling in an Australian high school, or in another English speaking country.

Students will:

  • study with other students seeking to study in an Australian schools
  • follow a specially designed and tailored intensive integrated English course covering Grammar, Speaking, Listening, Reading and Writing
  • study English for STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics)
  • study CLIL (Content Language Integrated Learning) Intensive Reading Program
  • participate in mini class debates, discussions and oral presentations
  • develop essential academic skills to successfully study in a high school learning environment such as essay writing skills, research skills and note taking.
  • study towards an internationally recognised Cambridge Examination (Cambridge for Schools)
  • learn social language that will help them to transition to schools and make new friends in Australia
  • participate in regular sporting and art/craft activities to ensure they stay fit and creative at the same time!
  • study in a dedicated Shafston Junior Zone for under 18 students!
  • receive regular progress monitoring, weekly assessments and feedback
  • receive support from teachers and Shafston staff – and students can record progress in their Shafston COMPASS learner’s diary

COURSE BROCHURE

This Brochure has all the information that you need to know about the Shafston for Schools program that Shafston offers.

This Brochure has all the information that you need to know about Shafston of Schools program that Shafston offers.

Testimonial

  1. Q. Why do you choose Shafston International College?
    A. I like Australia. I wanted to visit Brisbane this time after Melbourne two years ago. Shafston International College is located near to city so I was able to get to the city in 10 minutes. Shafston has a big grass field and river view. That’s really cool and the reason I choose to study at Shafston.
  2. Q. What do you like about school? (Friend, teacher, activities, environment, etc)
    A. I really like teacher Ben. He was my High School Preparation teacher. He is very funny, kindly and friendly. He is my favorite teacher. I think everyone will like Ben. Cafeteria is large and clean. Especially the foods were really delicious.
  3. Q. How was your experience while studying in High School Preparation course?
    A. Speaking and paper learning are well balanced. Every Wednesday afternoon I made presentation (PPT) as a homework. It was good for me to practice my speaking. Sometimes we are doing test. That is also a good chance to check my English level. I am satisfied with my result, level B.
  4. Q. Thoughts about living and studying in Brisbane?
    A. It was a great and important experience for me. I think it’s better to be able to go sightseeing while studying. I want to come back to Shafston again if I can. Shafston International College is great place to study.

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