OHC EnglishSydney, Australia
- A dedicated student-welfare team providing support services to students.
- Excellent rating of homestay accommodation (5.0/5.0)
- One of the oldest English schools in Sydney founded in 1963
- Free assistance in applying to college/university programmes by a qualified consultant.
- May not have a class for complete beginners.
- Do not offer favorable cancellation terms in the case of a student getting a visa rejected.
Location: OHC English is well located in Sydney. The central train station is within walking distance, and the area is built up with plenty of bars, restaurants and shops for after class entertainment.
Public transportation: Due to its size, Sydney has an excellent train service running right the way through it. Both the Town Hall and Wynyard stations are less than 5 minutes from the school, which have regular routes stretching across the city and into the surrounding boroughs.
Local attractions: The school is walkable to prime features of Sydney. St Mary’s Cathedral, Art Gallery of New South Wales and the Australian Art Museum are all to the East of the school. In the west is the Daring Harbour, Australian National Maritime Museum and Sea Life Sydney Aquarium.
Courses: At the school, there are general English courses, IELTS exam preparation programmes and packages for English for Academic Purpose for those wanting to continue their studies in Australia in an academic environment.
School facilities: The school has a thriving social activity calendar, a large library, computer lab, common areas, lecture auditorium, cafe and study rooms. The reception has a well trained welfare team to handle all enquiries that students may have during their stay.
School chain: OHC English offers English language courses in the UK, Canada, Ireland, Australia and the USA. An experience-based approach is taught in the classroom and this is mirrored throughout the schools with English being spoken by all, creating an immersive learning environment.
- The language school OHC English was founded in Sydney, Australia in 1963.
- Legal name / parent company: Oxford House (Holdings) Limited
- Tax registration ID: 2701035
- Abbreviated name of school: OHC Sydney
English Courses
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 13 | 24 | 36 |
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Price in AU$ | |||||||||||
Price at school Our price | 390 371 | 780 741 | 1170 1112 | 1560 1482 | 2190 2081 | 2920 2774 | 3650 3468 | 4380 4161 | 4550 4323 | 8160 7752 | 12060 11457 |
You will join multi-national language classes following a syllabus closely mapped to the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages, covering key language domains, skills and competencies appropriate to your level of ability.
Objectives: This programme of study is intended to enhance the all-round language and communication skills of those who wish to work or study more effectively in an international context. You will improve your language skills and also enhance your inter-cultural communication.
Morning: 9:00 - 13:30
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 13 |
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Price in AU$ | |||||||||||
Price at school Our price | 390 371 | 780 741 | 1170 1112 | 1560 1482 | 1825 1734 | 2190 2081 | 2555 2428 | 2920 2774 | 3650 3468 | 4380 4161 | 4550 4323 |
This course is aimed at students who need English for their higher education or university entrance. It focuses on performance in English at university level, study skills and fluency practice.
The OHC English for Academic Purposes is aimed at students who require English for use in Higher Education or University.
Programs focus on Performance in English at the University level, Study Skills and Fluency practice. Classes may be studied full-time or in addition to an Examination Class or General Language class (limited location availability).
Morning: 9:00 - 13:30
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 12 |
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Price in AU$ | |||||||||||
Price at school Our price | 500 475 | 1000 950 | 1500 1425 | 2000 1900 | 2500 2375 | 3000 2850 | 3500 3325 | 4000 3800 | 4500 4275 | 5000 4750 | 6000 5700 |
Information for all courses offered by OHC English
Materials fee:
1 to 10 weeks: AUD 100.
11 to 20 weeks: AUD 190.
21 to 30 weeks: AUD 230.
31+ weeks: AUD 270.
Enrolment fee:
Student Visa: AUD 250.
Tourist/Working Holiday Visa: AUD 100.
Individual lessons:
- AUD 100 per hour
Under 18 fee:
Care provision arrangement: AUD 280.
Weekly care provision weekly: AUD 65.
01 Jan 2024, 26 Jan 2024, 29 Mar 2024, 01 Apr 2024, 25 Apr 2024, 10 Jun 2024, 25 Dec 2024, 26 Dec 2024.
Lessons needed per English language level
Our price includes
- INCLUDED Organized activities
- INCLUDED Internet access and use of school computers
- INCLUDED Language level placement test at first day of classes
- INCLUDED Free consultation about suitable college/university programs by a qualified consultant
- INCLUDED Free assistance in applying to college/university programs by a qualified consultant
OHC English (OHC)
General school facilities
Cafeteria
Kitchen for student use
Microwave for student use
Computer lab
Library
Daily press
Free after-class access to language learning software
Rooftop terrace
Balcony / terrace
Student support desk
Copy machine
Printer for student use
Free WIFI
Smoking zones (outdoors)
Classroom equipment
TV in all classrooms
Air conditioning in some classrooms
Heating in some classrooms
Ample natural light in all classrooms
Number of classrooms: 8Number of public PC workstations: 20
Student Age / Nationality
Top student nationalities
Age of students
Airport transfer
370 AU$ return (both ways)
Visa Documents
Leisure activities
activity possible | distance from school | |
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Ballet | | 0.1 km |
Basketball | | - |
Cooking | | - |
Cricket | | - |
Dancing | | - |
Diving | | - |
Football (soccer) | | 0.1 km |
Golf | | - |
Horse riding | | - |
Mountainbiking | | - |
Music | | 0.1 km |
Rugby | | - |
Sailing | | 5 km |
Skiing | | 490 km |
Squash | | - |
Swimming | | 0.1 km |
Table Tennis | | - |
Tennis | | 2 km |
Volleyball | | 5 km |
Yoga | | 0.1 km |
Examples of leisure activities organized by the school
Adults - Free activities
Adults - Paid activities
Accommodation
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week | One-time fee (charged by school) |
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Price in AU$ | 415 | 830 | 1245 | 1660 | 2075 | 2490 | 2905 | 3320 | 4150 | 4980 | 415 | 400 |
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per person
Special diet supplement: AUD 80 per week (applies for vegan, kosher, halal, gluten free and dairy free).
OHC Australia works with friendly and welcoming Australian families who provide a wonderful homestay experience. All the families are located in nearby suburbs, within approximately 45-minutes by public transport from the schools. Students are provided with a private single or double room and breakfast and dinner Monday – Friday and 3 meals on Saturdays and Sundays. Staying with an Australian family is a great cultural experience and is also helpful for improving your English.
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week | One-time fee (charged by school) |
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Price in AU$ | 375 | 750 | 1125 | 1500 | 1875 | 2250 | 2625 | 3000 | 3750 | 4500 | 375 | 400 |
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per person
Special diet supplement: AUD 80 per week (applies for vegan, kosher, halal, gluten free and dairy free).
OHC Australia works with friendly and welcoming Australian families who provide a wonderful homestay experience. All the families are located in nearby suburbs, within approximately 45 minutes by public transport from the schools. Students are provided with a private single or double room and breakfast and dinner Monday – Friday and 3 meals on Saturdays and Sundays. Staying with an Australian family is a great cultural experience and is also helpful for improving your English.
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week | One-time fee (charged by school) |
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Price in AU$ | 450 | 900 | 1350 | 1800 | 2250 | 2700 | 3150 | 3600 | 4500 | 5400 | 450 | 400 |
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per person
Special diet supplement: AUD 80 per week (applies for vegan, kosher, halal, gluten free and dairy free).
OHC Australia works with friendly and welcoming Australian families who provide a wonderful homestay experience. All the families are located in nearby suburbs, within approximately 45 minutes by public transport from the schools. Staying with an Australian family is a great cultural experience and is also helpful for improving your English.
Ratings of OHC English compared to ratings of all schools in Australia
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Homestay | ||
Shared flat |
Student opinions about OHC English, Sydney
- Advance English, Ashfield
- Astley English College, Town Hall
- EF International Language Center, New South Wales
- ILSC Language School
- Immerse Education
- Influent
- International House
- International House Junior Centre
- InTuition
- La Lingua Language School, CBD
- Lexis English, Manly
- Study & Live in your Teacher's Home
- Sydney English Language Academy
- The Language Academy
- Whitsundays College Of English
FAQ about OHC English, Sydney
- How much of my payment will be refunded if I am refused my Visa?“The majority of our partner schools have agreed to our special exclusive policy by which they will only charge a minimum amount to cover administrative fees in the case of a visa refusal - provided that official documentation of this refusal is received at least three weeks before your course start date. The amount charged generally will not exceed 180€.”Lisa Lebret, Language Travel Consultant from LanguageCourse.Net - Nov 07, 2019
- Do you work with public schools?“We are currently working with private language schools.”Susan Wang, Language Travel Consultant from LanguageCourse.Net - Nov 18, 2022
- Is airport pickup offered by Oxford House College?Yes. The school offers pickup from Sydney International Airport (185 AU$)
- What is the number of students per class at Oxford House College?Depending on the chosen course, the maximum number of students at Oxford House College varies from 1 students (One-to-One) to 16 students (General English)
- Which countries are students of OHC English from?The highest Nationality percentage at OHC English comes from Brazil with a 24% representation, followed by students from Korea (10%) and Turkey (8%).
- Is this price lower than booking directly with the school?Yes, there is an exclusive discount that only applies when booking online here.
- OHC English offers courses for which ages?OHC English offers courses from 16 years to 99. Average age is 24 during the summer and 24 for the rest of the year.