Language Schools in Australia

709 language schools across Australia, ranked by local votes. Pick a city to narrow it down.

Showing 1–20 of 709

Pacific English Study
Gold Coast

Pacific English Study

Level 2, 17 Orchid Ave · Surfers Paradise · QLD 4217

Situated in the heart of the Gold Coast, Pacific English Study is an English language school providing a fun learning environment for international visitors. With small class sizes allowing for…

Education and TuitionLanguage Schoolslanguage schoollanguage courses
Casa de Flamenco
Adelaide

Casa de Flamenco

5 Wandana Ave · Seaview Downs · SA 5049

Flamenco dance classes at Casa de Flamenco are currently suited to adults or children over the age of 12. We offer classes for complete beginners to professional level. Each class includes a warm up,…

guitar and Spanish language classes
Future School
Central Coast

Future School

Grieve Cl · West Gosford · NSW 2250

Future School is a global leader in the development of learning management systems, educational software and has over 25 years experience in tutoring students in the home. Future School is…

Online programs for:MathematicsEnglish GrammarESL
French Moments
Sydney

French Moments

By appointment only · Mosman · NSW 2088

French Moments is based in Mosman on the Lower North Shore of Sydney, Australia and specialises in French lessons for all ages, as well as French intensive courses in Noosa and France. Individual…

Individual TuitionGroup LessonsFrench Literary ClubFrench for Kids
Amigos Translate
Hobart

Amigos Translate

22-26 New Town Rd · New Town · TAS 7008

Translating and interpreting, multicultural consulting, tour guiding and tuition services from/into any language, including English.

Personal ServicesInterpreter ServicesinterpretersEducation and Tuition
iJapanese Language & Culture School
Melbourne

iJapanese Language & Culture School

By appointment only · Melbourne · VIC 3000

You will learn from trained and skilled native Japanese teachers with many years of experience in schools and Private tuition throughout Japan and Australia. You can choose from many courses…

Education and TuitionLanguage Schoolslanguage schoollanguage courses
Sea English Academy: Caboolture
Sunshine Coast

Sea English Academy: Caboolture

By appointment only · Caboolture · QLD 4510

TEACH ENGLISH, TRAVEL THE WORLD! Sea English Academy Caboolture offers Certificate IV in TESOL (Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages), which can take you just about anywhere in the world.…

Sea English Academy offers:Diploma of TESOLPrivate English ClassesPrivate IELTS Preparation Classes
Gold Coast Learning Centre
Gold Coast

Gold Coast Learning Centre

Level 1, 18-22 Orchid Ave · Surfers Paradise · QLD 4217

Gold Coast Learning Centre is an exciting boutique learning facility, situated right in the heart of Surfers Paradise on Queensland's beautiful Gold Coast, Australia's leading tourist attraction.…

English Language General EnglishBusiness Certificates and DiplomaComputer Applications TrainingTyping Tutor
Learn English with AL
Melbourne

Learn English with AL

By appointment only · St Kilda Road Central · VIC 3004

Improve your English for vocational and academic purposes. I am an experienced native speaking ESL English teacher who has taught students from all over the world. I can help you with IELTS…

IELTS Test PreparationCorrecting Business Documentation.Correcting Essay Writing
Voulez Vouloz: Newtown
Sydney

Voulez Vouloz: Newtown

By appointment only · Newtown · NSW 2042

VoulezVouloz offers French lessons and private French tuition in Sydney and it's suburbs. - Our French tutors are native speakers with years of teaching experience. - You can choose to learn at home…

French teaching in your own home.One-to-one lessonsGroupsChildren's French
IELTS Preparation Centre
Sydney

IELTS Preparation Centre

By appointment only · Sydney · NSW 2000

Welcome to IELTS Preparation Centre Sydney We are a dedicated IELTS test preparation centre in the heart of Sydney's central business district, offering intensive part-time courses for both the…

Why study at IPC Sydney?97% SUCCESS RATELearn what examiners wantand how you can deliver it
Italian Graffiti
Sydney

Italian Graffiti

By appointment only · Mosman · NSW 2088

At Italian Graffiti Centre for Italian Language and Culture you will find dedicated Italian native speaker teachers, small classes and comfy rooms. And why not a complementary tea or coffee?

Education and TuitionLanguage Schoolslanguage schoollanguage courses
IELTS Coach
Adelaide

IELTS Coach

By appointment only · Adelaide · SA 5000

Welcome To IELTScoach! IELTS Preparation In Adelaide. Do you need to get a high score on the IELTS exam for your visa application or university application? Our IELTS courses teach you the strategies…

IELTS preparation
ANU College
Canberra

ANU College

By appointment only · Canberra · ACT 2601

ANU College is the English language and academic pathway provider for The Australian National University, Australia's highest ranked university and among the world's best. ANU College prides itself…

Education and TuitionLanguage Schoolslanguage schoollanguage courses
World College Australia
Melbourne

World College Australia

By appointment only · Belgrave · VIC 3160

World College runs the best English study tours across Australia. We are based in Melbourne and run programs in Melbourne, Sydney, Gold Coast and Tasmania. English study tours are all that we do. We…

Education and TuitionLanguage Schoolslanguage schoollanguage courses
Japaneasy
Melbourne

Japaneasy

By appointment only · Melbourne · VIC 3000

JAPANEASY Language & Culture School Beginner Levels 1 - 5 Beginner Conversation Classes Intermediate Levels 1 - 5 Intermediate Conversation Classes Advanced A and B JLPT Preparation Classes (N1 - N3)…

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Language Schools by region

User guide to Language Schools

Language schools are institutions where one can study a foreign language and are geared towards communicative competence in that foreign language. Language learning is usually done in preparation for moving to a country with a different language, for business dealings, or for supplementing existing knowledge of a particular foreign language. Students who take language learning vary by age, educational background and work experience as well as language proficiency.
There are also instructional materials available in print or recorded in CDs or software; however, the rate of learning is usually slower because there is almost no interaction with someone who speaks a foreign language.
Universities also offer foreign language classes to students depending on the program they take. However, these classes are not usually sufficient enough to train students to speak in a foreign language proficiently.
Language schools commonly offer programs for those who wish to prepare for internationally recognized language exams such as:

  • International English Language Testing System (IELTS)
  • Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL)
  • Test of English for International Communication (TOEIC)
  • University of Cambridge ESOL examinations

Other recognized language exams include:

  • DELE (Spanish)
  • DELF/DALF (French)
  • DLI/DILI/DALI (Italian)
  • HSK (Chinese Mandarin)
  • JLPT (Japanese)
  • KLPT (Korean)
  • TestDaF (German)

The Department of Education, Employment and Workplace Relations is the government agency that leads the country's education and workplace training as well as transition to work. It collaborates with the different government agencies with the states and territories to provide easy access to educational services and support programs to the Australian people. It also aims to increase workforce participation and promote fair work practices in Australia.

Tips on choosing the best language schools

  • Language schools present themselves differently. Visit the websites of the schools in your area and look for important information such as the number of years the school has been in business and contact information. A good web design is not necessarily an indication of the professionalism of the school.
  • Check the school's teaching methods and try to understand if it appeals to you. A variety of methods can mean that the school is not necessarily bound to one method of teaching. If you are not sure about the school's method, check first and consider carefully.
  • Many language schools work with temporary teachers and this is not necessarily a negative factor. Check if the school says anything about their qualifications and if what they are teaching is their mother tongue.
  • It is always easier to find people with similar interests if the school is large. Check the number of people enrolled in the school by going there yourself. While you're there, check the facilities of the school if they appeal to you as well.
  • One of the best ways to learn a foreign language is by speaking it with other people at school. If the language school has more English speakers than foreign, you may end up speaking English and not learn anything from the lectures.
  • The smaller the size of the class, the more you will learn from your language teacher. This would allow the instructor to monitor your progress well and conduct one on one coaching sessions as well. Check the rules of the school regarding the number of people in each class and determine if this fits you well.