Kaplan International English: Kaplan International Colleges offer English summer courses in Cairns, Queensland on the north east coast of Australia. Cairns is a 3 hour flight from Sydney. Our summer ESL English programs have been designed for juniors and teenagers aged between 12 and 17. 1 and 2-week study options are available.
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Summer ESL programs for Children and Teens ages 12-17: Duration: 1-2 weeks
- 12 hours of English language classes per week. Students are taught according to their level of English (beginner, intermediate or advanced) which is assessed at the start of the course.
- Kaplan uses a set of teaching materials specially designed for children. Our skilled and friendly teachers will ensure that all English courses offer children a diverse mix of activities this summer.
- We strive to provide courses that are both enjoyable and challenging. All English courses emphasize building confidence and developing English language fluency in a lively and authentic language context.
Full Children's Activity Program Plus Excursions (Cairns English Summer School) Each child takes part in four or five activities per week during their summer English course which may include sports, walking tours, shopping, beach trips and more.
Children's summer activities and Cairns excursions may include:
- Walking tours: Join a walking tour of the pretty and interesting city of Cairns and the surrounding areas.
- Beach trips: Cairns has magnificent beaches that are perfect for hanging out on with friends. Calm, blue seas and pristine white beaches make a beautiful setting to enjoy your summer.
- Shopping: The city has many shops for you to explore! From jewellery and fashion to food and books - Cairns' shopping district has something to entertain everyone!
- Sports: Join in with our school organized sporting activities. Sports include football, scuba diving, swimming or cricket.
- A cultural exchange visit to local school: Experience the real Australian school culture and meet other Australian children with an exchange trip to a local Cairns school.
English Study Tour Activities & Excursions: Our English study tours include three to five activities per week, depending on your budget. Activities may include sports, city tours or beach trips. Weekend day trips in Australia or New Zealand may be included on request.
Our summer programs also include: - Homestay accommodation with a local host family - Course attendence certificate - 24-hour emergency helpline - Pre-arrival online welcome program - Placement test - Specialized K +teens learning materials - Student ID or wristband - Safe storage of students' passports
For further information on our summer English courses in Cairns including dates and fees, please contact us quickly via our Contact Page.
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Best Regards" Yang Yang, China
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