Astley English College
Level 1, 208 Clarence Street, Sydney, New South Wales 2000, Australia
Astley English College
The General English Course aims to develop students’ social practical communication skills in terms of four English skills: listening, speaking and pronunciation, reading and writing including grammar.
The General English course is a 20 hour/week course designed to give students the opportunity for rapid progress in all facets of the English language. Classes are structured from beginner through advanced.
Morning and evening classes are available. We teach students grammar, writing, pronunciation, and other basic skills. These lessons correspond with conversation class, where students can use the skills they have learned in a more practical, casual setting. Conversation classes will vary in theme, so students can use a broad range of useful vocabulary.
Duration: 4-52 weeks, depending on level
Testing: Students take a placement test on arrival and are placed in a class based on the test results. They will also receive a student orientation introducing the rules; such as Astley English College’s strict English only policy. Students will be given progress tests to help them evaluate their performance. Classroom performance is also monitored and further recommendations are made on areas requiring attention and ways further progress could be made. Throughout a month, students are tested on Speaking, Listening, Reading and Writing.
Levels:
Beginner English
Elementary English
Pre-Intermediate English
Intermediate English
Upper Intermediate English
Advanced English
Further study: Students who complete our general English courses at an intermediate level will be able to undertake educational or vocational courses. Students wishing to take IELTS preparation should have finished an intermediate level course.
Students will be able to receive a college certificate of proficiency at the completion of their course.
Orientation: Friday 9am
Listening, Speaking, Pronunciation, Reading, Writing, Vocabulary, Grammar and Activities
AEC does not hold classes on the holiday dates above. The school does not compensate for these holidays, so make sure to choose your start date accordingly.
You can choose from the following class times:
Class schedule may change depending on availability and season.
Average | 16 students |
Maximum | 18 students |
Age range | 18 - 60 years old |
Average | 27 years old (25 in the summer) |
Astley is the place where English learning meets the authentic Australian experience and where you not only get to improve your language skills, but also become part of a supportive community of students and staff who are always here to look after you.
Conveniently located in the heart of Sydney, our college provides quality courses which nurture students to become successful communicators in English and to be well-prepared if they wish to further their studies in vocational training (VET) and Higher Education courses.
Here at Astley we believe that in order to have successful outcomes, the whole learning process should be enjoyable and meaningful. Our campus is spacious with a friendly atmosphere. Our qualified teachers prepare engaging activities in and out of the classroom to help you reach your language goals. All of our staff members are approachable and ready to offer any assistance you may need to make your time here rewarding and worthwhile.
Through encouragement and motivation, we deliver good sound education to enable our students to develop into successful and contributing members of the community.
Students can choose between our General English Courses and IELTS Preparation Courses. There are two timetables, a day timetable and an evening timetable. The day timetable runs from Monday to Wednesday, from 08.30am to 4.15pm with three breaks to socialise and eat with other students. The night timetable runs Monday to Friday, from 5.15pm to 9,30pm, with one 15-minute break to socialise and recharge.
We all know that language learning doesn’t just happen in the classroom! Our lessons combine different materials and techniques to cover all different aspects of English, but you still need to put in practice what you learn in the real world.
This is why we supplement our curriculum with exciting electives and special skill classes, to help students in the areas they feel less confident in. We focus on subjects such as pronunciation and speaking, business English, media and film, Australian life and culture, presentation, debate, and much more.
Life is never dull at Astley. Our staff is incredibly dynamic, and always looking for ways to enhance your student experience. We make sure to organise as many social activities and excursions as possible for our students, both during the week and at the weekend, so that everyone gets a chance to put their newly learnt language skills in a real context – all while exploring beautiful Sydney and Australia at the same time!
AEC has partnerships with the following universities and colleges in Australia. You can gain full or conditional acceptance into one of these institutions.
The nationality and age mix at Astley English College varies over different time periods, courses and levels. Throughout the year, the average age is 27. In the summer, the average age is 25.
AEC teaches students from all over the world, including:
AEC does not hold classes on the holiday dates below. The school does not compensate for these holidays, so make sure to choose your start date accordingly.
Astley English College in Sydney is a 2-minute walk from Town Hall station and a 5-minute walk from Wynard station. It is in the heart of Sydney with many restaurants, bars, cinemas and fashionable shops at our doorstep and a 5-minute walk from Sydney's famous Darling Harbour.
The school's excellent location means you are never more than a short walk away from some of the most iconic Australian landmarks, such as the Sydney Harbour Bridge and the Opera House, as well as the famous Sydney Tower, from where you can enjoy a beautiful 360 degrees view of the city's skyline.
See you in Astley!
I had a great time at Asthley college
The courses were very interesting
The teachers were really great
There was a very good atmosphere in the class with many other comrades of different nationalities
There are different levels which allow you to evolve according to your skills
In addition the school is very well located in Sydney
Thanks to my teachers
I recommend this school
The school is diverse because there are many students who come from Thailand, China, Japan, etc. Because of the diversity, we get some holiday events such as Chinese New Year, Valentine’s Day, Halloween, and more.
An English language courses are great here. I have taken my English courses here, my teachers are very friendly and also with the staffs in school.
The location of school, it is in the city center!!
You can walk to school if you live in the city or take a train to Town hall station.
Moreover, the building is near a shopping centre and food court so is it very comfortable for you.
Thank you for your review! We are very happy to know that you are enjoying your time at Astley :)
It is possible to live in a rented apartment during your study in Sydney, but this tends to be more expensive. AEC provides some assistance with apartment rentals or you can rent an apartment on your own. Learn more about apartment housing
We cannot apply for visas on behalf of students. However, the school can supply you with all the documentation you need to support your visa application.
Your letter of acceptance will be sent to your home address by regular mail at no charge to you.
Please note that we do not book flights for our students. If you are researching airfare costs, we recommend using Kayak.com, a search engine that lets you compare flight options from your home country to Sydney based on your budget, schedule and preferences.
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