Gold Coast, BROWNS English Language School
Gold Coast BROWNS English Language School
4 /5 165 Reviews ESL certificate of excellence

English school in Gold Coast: BROWNS English Language School

From 636.- AUD
approx 348.- GBP
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Key points

  • Established and professional school
  • Friendly, family atmosphere
  • Central location, just moments from the Pacific Ocean
  • Luxury student apartment within walking distance to the school
  • Huge variety of free activities
  • School is suitable for both adults and young people

The school

Levels
Beginner to Advanced
Exams
Cambridge (FCE, CAE), IELTS
School size
L
Accommodation
Host family, Shared apartment
Disabled access
Disabled access at school
Wifi
WiFi is free

The students

Minimum age
16 years
Average age
23 years
Nationality mix
Japan, Brazil, Taiwan, etc..
ratings
165 authentic opinions

Our partner school's campus is located 15 minutes' walk from the most beautiful white sandy beaches and 10 minutes by bus from Surfer's Paradise with its world famous surfing breaks. Close to the school, you'll find shops, supermarkets, parks and the bus stops of the main urban lines. Bright classrooms, welcoming common rooms, a computer centre for students, Wi-Fi throughout the building and a well-stocked library are the main features of this school. A very well-equipped kitchen allows you to prepare something to eat and an outdoor courtyard welcomes you for your meals or chatting with the other students from across the globe. On the notice board in reception, you'll find the latest information about travel possibilities, accommodation or part-time jobs in Australia.

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Included in the price

  • Level and needs assessment
  • Access to e-learning platform
  • Use of study centre
  • Optional language workshops
  • Job Club
  • Learning progress monitoring
  • Learning Progress Guarantee (Cambridge, IELTS)
  • End-of-course report and certificate

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Standard course

Beginner to Advanced, 1 - 12 week(s)
1 week(s) - From AUD 636.-
(about GBP 348.-)
Lessons
15 of 60 minutes
Course duration
1 - 12 week(s)
Levels
Beginner to Advanced
Students/class
max. 18
Minimum age
17 years
Schedule
08:00-12:00 Lessons available also in other schedules

Schedule may vary depending on student’s level and time of year.
Course info
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week(s)
Without accomodation
Host family, single room, half board
Shared apartment, double room, no meals
1
636
1176
1266
2
1017
1842
1922
3
1398
2508
2578
4
1779
3174
3234
6
2541
4506
4546
8
3303
5838
5858
12
4827
8502
8482
All prices are in AUD.   AUD 1 ≈ GBP 0.57   (Not-binding exchange rate)
Options/Extras
Other accommodation options
Starting dates
Every week, throughout the year
Bank holidays
28.01 / 19.04 / 22.04 / 25.04 / 06.05 / 23.08 / 07.10.2019
Holidays
23.12.2018 - 01.01.2019
22.12.2019 - 28.12.2019

Arrival day: Saturday prior to course start
Leaving day: Saturday following course end

Intensive course

Beginner to Advanced, 1 - 48 week(s)
1 week(s) - From AUD 711.-
(about GBP 388.-)
Lessons
25 of 60 minutes
(20 general + 5 self-study)
Course duration
1 - 48 week(s)
Levels
Beginner to Advanced
Students/class
max. 18
Minimum age
16 years
Schedule
08:00-15:00 Lessons available also in other schedules

Schedule may vary depending on student’s level and time of year.
Course info
Free quote
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week(s)
Without accomodation
Host family, single room, half board
Shared apartment, double room, no meals
1
711
1251
1341
2
1167
1992
2072
3
1623
2733
2803
4
2079
3474
3534
6
2961
4926
4966
8
3863
6398
6418
12
5667
9342
9322
16
7311
12126
12066
24
10479
17574
17434
Extra week (24+)
411
696
686
All prices are in AUD.   AUD 1 ≈ GBP 0.57   (Not-binding exchange rate)
Options/Extras
Other accommodation options
Starting dates
Every week, throughout the year
Bank holidays
28.01 / 19.04 / 22.04 / 25.04 / 06.05 / 23.08 / 07.10.2019
Holidays
23.12.2018 - 01.01.2019
22.12.2019 - 28.12.2019

Arrival day: Saturday prior to course start
Leaving day: Saturday following course end

Intensive course 30 PLUS

Lower intermediate to Upper intermediate, 1 - 48 week(s)
1 week(s) - From AUD 711.-
(about GBP 388.-)
Lessons
25 of 60 minutes
(20 general + 5 self-study)
Course duration
1 - 48 week(s)
Levels
Lower intermediate to Upper intermediate
Students/class
max. 18
Minimum age
30 years
Schedule
08:00-15:00 Lessons available also in other schedules

Schedule may vary depending on student’s level and time of year.
Course info
Free quote
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week(s)
Without accomodation
Host family, single room, half board
Shared apartment, double room, no meals
1
711
1251
1341
2
1167
1992
2072
3
1623
2733
2803
4
2079
3474
3534
6
2961
4926
4966
8
3863
6398
6418
12
5667
9342
9322
16
7311
12126
12066
24
10479
17574
17434
Extra week (24+)
411
696
686
All prices are in AUD.   AUD 1 ≈ GBP 0.57   (Not-binding exchange rate)
Options/Extras
Other accommodation options
Starting dates
Every week, throughout the year
Bank holidays
28.01 / 19.04 / 22.04 / 25.04 / 06.05 / 23.08 / 07.10.2019
Holidays
23.12.2018 - 01.01.2019
22.12.2019 - 28.12.2019

Arrival day: Saturday prior to course start
Leaving day: Saturday following course end

Cambridge course (FCE)

Intermediate to Advanced, 11 week(s)
11 week(s) - From AUD 5216.-
(about GBP 2850.-)
Lessons
25 of 60 minutes
20 + 5 self-study
Course duration
11 week(s)
Levels
Intermediate to Advanced
Students/class
max. 16
Minimum age
17 years
Schedule
09:00-15:00

Schedule may vary depending on student’s level and time of year.
Course info
Free quote
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week(s)
Without accomodation
Host family, single room, half board
Shared apartment, double room, no meals
11
5216
8606
8596
All prices are in AUD.   AUD 1 ≈ GBP 0.57   (Not-binding exchange rate)
Options/Extras
Other accommodation options
Starting dates
02.01 / 10.06.2019
Bank holidays
28.01 / 19.04 / 22.04 / 25.04 / 06.05 / 23.08 / 07.10.2019
Holidays
23.12.2018 - 01.01.2019
22.12.2019 - 28.12.2019

Arrival day: Saturday prior to course start
Leaving day: Saturday following course end

Cambridge course (FCE)

Intermediate to Advanced, 12 week(s)
12 week(s) - From AUD 5667.-
(about GBP 3096.-)
Lessons
25 of 60 minutes
20 + 5 self-study
Course duration
12 week(s)
+ 1 Extra week(s) of accommodation (Exams)
Levels
Intermediate to Advanced
Students/class
max. 16
Minimum age
17 years
Schedule
09:00-15:00

Schedule may vary depending on student’s level and time of year.
Course info
Free quote
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week(s)
Without accomodation
Host family, single room, half board
Shared apartment, double room, no meals
12+1
5667
9627
9597
All prices are in AUD.   AUD 1 ≈ GBP 0.57   (Not-binding exchange rate)
Options/Extras
Other accommodation options
Starting dates
18.03 / 09.09.2019
Bank holidays
28.01 / 19.04 / 22.04 / 25.04 / 06.05 / 23.08 / 07.10.2019
Holidays
23.12.2018 - 01.01.2019
22.12.2019 - 28.12.2019

Arrival day: Saturday prior to course start
Leaving day: Saturday following course end

Cambridge course (CAE)

Upper intermediate to Advanced, 11 week(s)
11 week(s) - From AUD 5216.-
(about GBP 2850.-)
Lessons
25 of 60 minutes
20 + 5 self-study
Course duration
11 week(s)
Levels
Upper intermediate to Advanced
Students/class
max. 16
Minimum age
17 years
Schedule
09:00-15:00

Schedule may vary depending on student’s level and time of year.
Course info
Free quote
Book now
week(s)
Without accomodation
Host family, single room, half board
Shared apartment, double room, no meals
11
5216
8606
8596
All prices are in AUD.   AUD 1 ≈ GBP 0.57   (Not-binding exchange rate)
Options/Extras
Other accommodation options
Starting dates
02.01 / 10.06.2019
Bank holidays
28.01 / 19.04 / 22.04 / 25.04 / 06.05 / 23.08 / 07.10.2019
Holidays
23.12.2018 - 01.01.2019
22.12.2019 - 28.12.2019

Arrival day: Saturday prior to course start
Leaving day: Saturday following course end

Cambridge course (CAE)

Upper intermediate to Advanced, 12 week(s)
12 week(s) - From AUD 5667.-
(about GBP 3096.-)
Lessons
25 of 60 minutes
20 + 5 self-study
Course duration
12 week(s)
+ 1 Extra week(s) of accommodation (Exams)
Levels
Upper intermediate to Advanced
Students/class
max. 16
Minimum age
17 years
Schedule
09:00-15:00

Schedule may vary depending on student’s level and time of year.
Course info
Free quote
Book now
week(s)
Without accomodation
Host family, single room, half board
Shared apartment, double room, no meals
12+1
5667
9627
9597
All prices are in AUD.   AUD 1 ≈ GBP 0.57   (Not-binding exchange rate)
Options/Extras
Other accommodation options
Starting dates
18.03 / 09.09.2019
Bank holidays
28.01 / 19.04 / 22.04 / 25.04 / 06.05 / 23.08 / 07.10.2019
Holidays
23.12.2018 - 01.01.2019
22.12.2019 - 28.12.2019

Arrival day: Saturday prior to course start
Leaving day: Saturday following course end

Combined course 20+10 Barista

Lower intermediate to Advanced, 5 week(s)
5 week(s) - From AUD 3125.-
(about GBP 1708.-)
Lessons
30 of 60 minutes
Course duration
5 week(s)
Levels
Lower intermediate to Advanced
Students/class
max. 16
Minimum age
18 years
Schedule
08:00-15:30

Schedule may vary depending on student’s level and time of year.
Course info
Free quote
Book now
week(s)
Without accomodation
Host family, single room, half board
Shared apartment, double room, no meals
5
3125
4805
4855
All prices are in AUD.   AUD 1 ≈ GBP 0.57   (Not-binding exchange rate)
Options/Extras
Other accommodation options
Starting dates
21.01 / 11.03 / 29.04 / 17.06 / 29.07 / 16.09 / 04.11.2019
Bank holidays
28.01 / 19.04 / 22.04 / 25.04 / 06.05 / 23.08 / 07.10.2019
Holidays
23.12.2018 - 01.01.2019
22.12.2019 - 28.12.2019

Arrival day: Saturday prior to course start
Leaving day: Saturday following course end

IELTS course

Intermediate to Advanced, 1 - 20 week(s)
1 week(s) - From AUD 711.-
(about GBP 388.-)
Lessons
25 of 60 minutes
(20 IELTS + 5 self-study)
Course duration
1 - 20 week(s)
Levels
Intermediate to Advanced
Students/class
max. 18
Minimum age
17 years
Schedule
08:20-15:10 Lessons available also in other schedules

Schedule may vary depending on student’s level and time of year.
Course info
Free quote
Book now
week(s)
Without accomodation
Host family, single room, half board
Shared apartment, double room, no meals
1
711
1251
1341
2
1167
1992
2072
3
1623
2733
2803
4
2079
3474
3534
6
2961
4926
4966
8
3863
6398
6418
12
5667
9342
9322
16
7311
12126
12066
All prices are in AUD.   AUD 1 ≈ GBP 0.57   (Not-binding exchange rate)
Options/Extras
Other accommodation options
Starting dates
21.01 / 11.03 / 29.04 / 17.06 / 29.07 / 16.09 / 04.11.2019
Bank holidays
28.01 / 19.04 / 22.04 / 25.04 / 06.05 / 23.08 / 07.10.2019
Holidays
23.12.2018 - 01.01.2019
22.12.2019 - 28.12.2019

Arrival day: Saturday prior to course start
Leaving day: Saturday following course end

English + surfing

Beginner to Advanced, 1 - 12 week(s)
1 week(s) - From AUD 806.-
(about GBP 440.-)
Lessons
23 of 60 minutes
(16 general + 5 self-study + 2 surfing)
Course duration
1 - 12 week(s)
Levels
Beginner to Advanced
Students/class
max. 18
Minimum age
18 years
Schedule
08:00-12:00 +13:10 - 15:20 (3x/week) + Surf (2x/week)

Schedule may vary depending on student’s level and time of year.
Have an active gap experience in Gold Coast, Australia while you learn English surrounded by beautiful beaches! A language PLUS course means attending English classes in the morning, and after lunch, taking part in exciting sports lessons several times a week. Choose from surfing, diving, tennis and golf. Of course, for longer stays, you could always choose more than one, or start off your stay with an intensive course and sign up for a language PLUS course later. The world is your oyster!
Course info
Free quote
Book now
week(s)
Without accomodation
Host family, single room, half board
Shared apartment, double room, no meals
1
806
1346
1436
2
1357
2182
2262
3
1908
3018
3088
4
2459
3854
3914
6
3561
5526
5566
8
4663
7198
7218
12
6867
10542
10522
All prices are in AUD.   AUD 1 ≈ GBP 0.57   (Not-binding exchange rate)
Options/Extras
Other accommodation options
Starting dates
Every week, throughout the year
Bank holidays
28.01 / 19.04 / 22.04 / 25.04 / 06.05 / 23.08 / 07.10.2019
Holidays
23.12.2018 - 01.01.2019
22.12.2019 - 28.12.2019

Arrival day: Saturday prior to course start
Leaving day: Saturday following course end

English + diving

Beginner to Advanced, 2 week(s)
2 week(s) - From AUD 1817.-
(about GBP 993.-)
Lessons
25 of 60 minutes
(20 general + 5 self-study + 2 scuba diving)
Course duration
2 week(s)
Levels
Beginner to Advanced
Students/class
max. 18
Minimum age
18 years
Schedule
08:00-12:00 + 13:10-15:20 + scuba diving (Sat+Sun)

Schedule may vary depending on student’s level and time of year.
Have an active gap experience in Gold Coast, Australia while you learn English surrounded by beautiful beaches! A language PLUS course means attending English classes in the morning, and after lunch, taking part in exciting sports lessons several times a week. Choose from surfing, diving, tennis and golf. Of course, for longer stays, you could always choose more than one, or start off your stay with an intensive course and sign up for a language PLUS course later. The world is your oyster!
Course info
Free quote
Book now
week(s)
Without accomodation
Host family, single room, half board
Shared apartment, double room, no meals
2
1817
2642
2722
All prices are in AUD.   AUD 1 ≈ GBP 0.57   (Not-binding exchange rate)
Options/Extras
Other accommodation options
Starting dates
Every week, throughout the year
Bank holidays
28.01 / 19.04 / 22.04 / 25.04 / 06.05 / 23.08 / 07.10.2019
Holidays
23.12.2018 - 01.01.2019
22.12.2019 - 28.12.2019

Arrival day: Saturday prior to course start
Leaving day: Saturday following course end

English + tennis

Beginner to Advanced, 1 - 12 week(s)
1 week(s) - From AUD 911.-
(about GBP 498.-)
Lessons
23 of 60 minutes
(16 general + 5 self-study + 2 Tennis)
Course duration
1 - 12 week(s)
Levels
Beginner to Advanced
Students/class
max. 18
Minimum age
18 years
Schedule
08:50-12:10 + 13:10 - 15:20 (3x/week) +Tennis (2x/week)

Schedule may vary depending on student’s level and time of year.
Have an active gap experience in Gold Coast, Australia while you learn English surrounded by beautiful beaches! A language PLUS course means attending English classes in the morning, and after lunch, taking part in exciting sports lessons several times a week. Choose from surfing, diving, tennis and golf. Of course, for longer stays, you could always choose more than one, or start off your stay with an intensive course and sign up for a language PLUS course later. The world is your oyster!
Course info
Free quote
Book now
week(s)
Without accomodation
Host family, single room, half board
Shared apartment, double room, no meals
1
911
1451
1541
2
1567
2392
2472
3
2223
3333
3403
4
2879
4274
4334
6
4191
6156
6196
8
5503
8038
8058
12
8127
11802
11782
All prices are in AUD.   AUD 1 ≈ GBP 0.57   (Not-binding exchange rate)
Options/Extras
Other accommodation options
Starting dates
Every week, throughout the year
Bank holidays
28.01 / 19.04 / 22.04 / 25.04 / 06.05 / 23.08 / 07.10.2019
Holidays
23.12.2018 - 01.01.2019
22.12.2019 - 28.12.2019

Arrival day: Saturday prior to course start
Leaving day: Saturday following course end

English + golf

Beginner to Advanced, 1 - 12 week(s)
1 week(s) - From AUD 911.-
(about GBP 498.-)
Lessons
23 of 60 minutes
(16 general + 5 self-study + 2 golf)
Course duration
1 - 12 week(s)
Levels
Beginner to Advanced
Students/class
max. 18
Minimum age
18 years
Schedule
08:00-12:00 + 13:10 - 15:20 (3x/week) +Golf (2x/week)

Schedule may vary depending on student’s level and time of year.
Have an active gap experience in Gold Coast, Australia while you learn English surrounded by beautiful beaches! A language PLUS course means attending English classes in the morning, and after lunch, taking part in exciting sports lessons several times a week. Choose from surfing, diving, tennis and golf. Of course, for longer stays, you could always choose more than one, or start off your stay with an intensive course and sign up for a language PLUS course later. The world is your oyster!
Course info
Free quote
Book now
week(s)
Without accomodation
Host family, single room, half board
Shared apartment, double room, no meals
1
911
1451
1541
2
1567
2392
2472
3
2223
3333
3403
4
2879
4274
4334
6
4191
6156
6196
8
5503
8038
8058
12
8127
11802
11782
All prices are in AUD.   AUD 1 ≈ GBP 0.57   (Not-binding exchange rate)
Options/Extras
Other accommodation options
Starting dates
Every week, throughout the year
Bank holidays
28.01 / 19.04 / 22.04 / 25.04 / 06.05 / 23.08 / 07.10.2019
Holidays
23.12.2018 - 01.01.2019
22.12.2019 - 28.12.2019

Arrival day: Saturday prior to course start
Leaving day: Saturday following course end

Options/Extras

Exam fee (to be paid on site) (FCE) 395 AUD
Exam fee (to be paid on site) (CAE) 400 AUD
Apartment deposit (Refundable) 400 AUD
Accommodation (under 18 y.o.) (per week) (for student visa holder) 55 AUD
Wireless Internet in the family (per week) 10 AUD
Supplement (per wk.) (Special diet) 50 AUD
Supplement (Homestay Upgrade Preferences)
Request the BROWNS Homestay Upgrade Preferences at the time of booking, and you’ll be guaranteed your preferences including the distance from the school, having your own bathroom and being hosted with other students or alone. 		35 AUD
Extra night with host family 41 AUD
Extra night in a shared apartment 40 AUD
Compulsory OSHC health insurance/student visa (per month) (approximately)
Price subject to change 		42 AUD
Airport transfer (on arrival) (Gold Coast-Gold Coast, compulsory if accommodation in apartment booked) 120 AUD
Airport transfer (on arrival) (Brisbane/Gold Coast, compulsory if accommodation in apartment booked) 195 AUD
Airport transfer (on arrival) (Brisbane) 195 AUD
Transfer supplement (22:00 - 05:00) 50 AUD

Other accommodation options

Course info

100% authentic opinions

These students attended a course in this school through ESL – Language studies abroad and their evaluation has been checked. Students' opinions don't necessarily correspond to those of ESL – Language studies abroad, but reflect the individual experience of those participants. This is meant to provide you with further information about this school.

4/5
Overall rating

93% of students recommending this school

Destination
/ 5
School
/ 5
Accommodation
/ 5
Value for money
/ 5
Teaching
/ 5
Leisure
/ 5

165 students gave their opinion about this school

22 years old - Switzerland
/ 5
20 weeks, October 2018 – March 2019
Value for money (4 / 5)
Destination (5 / 5)
Overall impression of the city
Overall impression of the country
Overall impression of the trip
School (4.5 / 5)
School location
School facilities
Classrooms
Nationality mix
Teaching (4.7 / 5)
Course materials
Relations with the teachers
Classroom atmosphere
Accommodation (4.5 / 5) (Shared apartment)
Bedroom
Shower / Bathroom
Meals
Do you think you've made progress?
« Oui, j’ai énormément progresser en anglais en évitant le plus possible les francophones »
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School highlights
« L’ambiance et l’application des profs pour leurs cours »
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22 years old - Switzerland
/ 5
Il miglior corso è stato il CAE.
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27 weeks, September 2018 – April 2019
Value for money (4 / 5)
Destination (4.3 / 5)
Overall impression of the city
Overall impression of the country
Overall impression of the trip
School (4.5 / 5)
School location
School facilities
Classrooms
Nationality mix
Teaching (4.7 / 5)
Course materials
Relations with the teachers
Classroom atmosphere
Accommodation (4.3 / 5) (Shared apartment)
Bedroom
Shower / Bathroom
School highlights
« Servizio segreteria, docenti cordiali. »
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Top tips
« Skypoint, Coolangata, Burleigh Heads, Byron Bay, Noosa. »
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20 years old - Germany
/ 5
4 weeks, February – March 2019
Value for money (4 / 5)
Destination (4 / 5)
Overall impression of the city
Overall impression of the country
Overall impression of the trip
School (4.3 / 5)
School location
School facilities
Classrooms
Nationality mix
Teaching (4.7 / 5)
Course materials
Relations with the teachers
Classroom atmosphere
Accommodation (3.3 / 5) (Shared apartment)
Bedroom
Shower / Bathroom
Meals
22 years old - Switzerland
/ 5
24 weeks, October 2018 – March 2019
Value for money (3 / 5)
Destination (5 / 5)
Overall impression of the city
Overall impression of the country
Overall impression of the trip
School (4 / 5)
School location
School facilities
Classrooms
Nationality mix
Teaching (4.7 / 5)
Course materials
Relations with the teachers
Classroom atmosphere
Accommodation (4 / 5) (Host family)
Bedroom
Shower / Bathroom
Meals
Leisure (4.7 / 5)
Leisure activities offered by the school
Trips offered by the school
Staff availability
26 years old - Italy
/ 5
4 weeks, July – August 2018
Value for money (4 / 5)
Destination (5 / 5)
Overall impression of the city
Overall impression of the country
Overall impression of the trip
School (4.8 / 5)
School location
School facilities
Classrooms
Nationality mix
Teaching (5 / 5)
Course materials
Relations with the teachers
Classroom atmosphere
Accommodation (5 / 5) (Host family)
Bedroom
Shower / Bathroom
Meals
Leisure (4.3 / 5)
Leisure activities offered by the school
Trips offered by the school
Staff availability
17 years old - Switzerland
/ 5
Ich hatte eine unglaublich schöne Zeit bei meiner Gastfamilie. ESL konnte mir stehts per Mail und Telefon alle Fragen vor und während dem Aufenthalt beantworten. Meine Gastfamilie war sehr offen und hat mich sofort in ihr Familienleben eingeschlossen. Man kann sehr viel Unternehmen an der Gold Coast, Australien. Die Öffentlichen Verkehrsmittel sind günstig und man hat immer gute Verbindungen. Die Browns Schule ab 18 Jahren war sehr gut. Unsere Lehrer boten einen abwechslungsreichen und sehr lehrreichen Unterricht. Man lernt auch sehr einfach neue Freunde in der Schule und in der Stadt kennen. Es hatte keine anderen Schweizer dort oder Deutschsprechende, als ich dort war, was sehr gut war. Die Browns Schule hatte einen sehr guten Nationalitäten-Mix für mich als Europäerin. Die Lehrer waren immer freundlich und professionell. Die Schule hat viele Aktivitäten angeboten und man konnte direkt in der Schule seine Reise günstiger planen, als in Reisebüros. Die Schule ist sehr gut gelegen, man erreicht sie in wenigen Gehminuten von der Tramstation. Die Schule liegt in der Nähe von Australia Fair, ein riesen Shopping Center, das viele Möglichkeiten bietet, sich zu unterhalten oder einkaufen zu gehen. Man kann auch mit dem Auto direkt neben der Schule parken. Wir hatten einen super Nationalitäten-Mix und haben uns trotz den verschiedenen Kulturen sehr gut verstanden und täglich miteinander Exkursionen unternommen.
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2 weeks, July 2018
Value for money (5 / 5)
Destination (5 / 5)
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« Ja, ich konnte vor allem im Writing viel lernen und das sprechen im Alltag viel mir viel leichter, durch das Englischsprachige Umfeld. »
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18 years old - Switzerland
/ 5
L’Australie est un magnifique pays ! Gold Coast est davantage un endroit pour profiter de la plage et des soirées entre amis, mais reste tout de même une magnifique ville ! Les gens sont vraiment tous gentils ! Niveau sécurité : aucun souci à se faire. On peut se balader à 3h du matin tout seul et en totale sécurité ! En résumé : un endroit incroyable et inoubiable !!! Browns est une école très sérieuse avec des enseignants qui aiment leur métier et qui aiment découvrir de nouvelles personnes chaque semaine ! Tous les étudiants sont super sympas ! Je faisais de nouvelles connaissances chaque jour. Enseignants très aimables et appliqués ! Mon prof était toujours content de recevoir de nouveaux élèves ! Il les mettait tout de suite à l’aise pour qu’ils se sentent au mieux pendant les cours ! Merci pour tout ! Votre agence permet à des milliers de personnes de s’épanouir le temps d’un voyage à l’autre bout du monde ! Je n’oublierai jamais cette expérience qui, sans doute, est la meilleur aventure que je n’ai jamais vécue de ma vie :)
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4 weeks, July – August 2018
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20 years old - Switzerland
/ 5
12 weeks, April – July 2018
Value for money (3 / 5)
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« Ja nicht nur sprachlich , es hat sehr gut meinem Selbstbewusstsein gut getan. »
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« Lockerer und freundschaftlicher umgang »
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25 years old - Switzerland
/ 5
13 weeks, March – June 2018
Value for money (4 / 5)
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19 years old - Switzerland
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20 weeks, January – June 2018
Value for money (4 / 5)
Destination (4.7 / 5)
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Testimonials

Raphael Widmer
Raphael Widmer
Browns English Language School, Gold Coast
Duration: 12 weeks

I chose Gold Coast because here there is always something to do and see. Surf, parties, and much more! The school and the accommodation are great, especially the apartments. I can only recommend this experience to everyone!

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Pierre-André Vial
Pierre-André Vial
Browns English Language School, Gold Coast
Duration: 24 weeks

My dream had always been to travel to Australia and I decided to go there for a few months. But first, I needed to have some knowledge in English ! I decided to go to a language school to learn and to improve this language! The school I chose was Browns Language School, a school situated in Southport, just next to the famous city of Surfers Paradise. The teachers encouraged me in my studies and were always were dynamic, friendly and well-organised. In BROWNS I met lots of new friends, and not only friends from Switzerland, but friend from Asia and South America. It was so interesting for me to discover new cultures ! BROWNS organised lots of nice activites where I could meet wonderful people and develop a good relationship with them.

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Ramona Müller
Ramona Müller
Browns English Language School, Gold Coast
Duration: 24 weeks

The school is simply great! It is centrally located and just a 10-minute bus ride away from Surfers Paradise. The teachers are fantastic and, apart from teaching us the language, they bring us closer to Australian culture. Here everybody makes sure we feel comfortable. Besides, we can go online whenever we want. In the school, you can only speak English. At first, it’s hard to get used to it, but you soon manage to make friends from other countries. The Gold Coast is also fabulous; there are tons of beautiful beaches, which can be easily reached by bus. You can also go on a weekend trip to Brisbane of Fraser Island. Sidney and Melbourne are also quite close by plane.

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Host family
Staying with a host family will allow you to make the most out of your time on the Gold Coast. All the families are chosen with care by our partner school and are located about 40 minutes from the language school building. You'll have a single room with half-board (full-board at the weekend). This option will allow you to discover the Australian lifestyle and to practise your English daily with a friendly Gold Coast family!

Southport Central shared apartments (from age 18)
If you wish to share accommodation with other students from the school, opt for the luxurious shared apartments. Ideally located just 2 minutes from the school and 10 minutes’ walk from the surfing beaches, the fully furnished apartments each have two double rooms, two bathrooms, a kitchen and a living room. All cooking utensils and linens are provided. You'll have a splendid view over the town and the ocean from the balcony, and you'll be able to use the building’s facilities, including a swimming pool, gym and BBQ equipment.

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Southport Central Residence

General information

Southport Central is a 40 level Tower located in the heart of Southport (Gold Coast), 10 minutes walk to the school, 2 minutes walk to Australia Fair Shopping Centre and transports.

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School distance

Door-to-door travel time:
10 minutes
Means of transportation:
walking
Walking distance to public transport:
3 minutes

Walking Distance

Supermarket:
2 minutes
Coffee shops:
2 minutes
Restaurants:
2 minutes
Shops:
2 minutes
Pharmacy:
2 minutes
Beach:
20 minutes

Availability

All year round
Minimum age : 18+

Arrival and departure

Check-in / Check-out
Saturday from 14:00
Saturday until 09:00
Flexible check in/check out
Entry card (building)
Key (building)
Code (building)
Staff on-site 24h
Deposit
Refundable bond: AUD 500.- Refund will be done 4 weeks after the check-out (minus AUD 99.- of cleaning fee)

Meals

Use of kitchen
Meal-plan

Facilities

Reception desk
Smoking area
Cafeteria
Shared kitchen
Oven
Microwave
Cutlery available
Vending machine
Laundry
Common area/lounge
Wi-Fi internet access
Cable internet access
TV in common room
DVD-player in common room
Balcony/terrace
Garden
BBQ area
Wheelchair accessible
Parking (cars)
Parking (bicycles)
Swimming pool
Gym
Included in the price

Room types and facilities

Twin
26 rooms
min.: 12 m2/ max.: 24 m2
Twin room is available for a single travelling student and for 2 students travelling together. Couples accepted subject to availability. Apartments are either male or female but there is a chance of mixed genders if there is a couple in the other room.
Air conditioning
Heating
Smoking
Duvet and pillow provided
Bed sheets provided
Towels provided
Toilet paper
Ensuite toilet
One of the rooms is an ensuite, the other will have the bathroom outside.
Ensuite shower
One of the rooms is an ensuite, the other will have the bathroom outside.
Wash basin
One of the rooms is an ensuite, the other will have the bathroom outside.
Shared toilets
2 student / toilet
Shared showers
2 students / shower
Cleaning
Once a week
Desk
Wardrobe
Cooking facilities
Microwave
TV
Wi-Fi internet access
Cable internet access
Floor
Carpet
Balcony
Safe deposit box
Room key provided

Our partner school offers an excellent activities programme. Each day of the week, you will have the opportunity to practise at least one sport or cultural activity. Among the options offered regularly by the school are: football, basketball, tennis, beach volleyball, etc. At the weekend, you can visit this extraordinary region: Byron Bay, Fraser Island and Stradbroke Island, nature parks, tropical forests and the mountain chains of the Hinterland... not to forget, of course, the parties, BBQs and memorable evenings organised by our partner school!

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