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Primus EnglishMelbourne, Australia

From 270AU$ per week
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Location: Primus English has an excellent location within the city of Melbourne. The school is 5 minutes from Parliament train station and a short walk to the Main Melbourne Train Station. From here students can connect to all the local train stations within the city as well as those outside the city core.

Local attractions: Primus English is close to Parliament House, Fitzroy Gardens and Cartons Gardens all nice to explore on a spare afternoon. The school lies within the East End borough of the city which is a vibrant and busy part of Melbourne’s CBD. There are shops, restaurants and bars galore around Primus English and the street behind hosts the historical landmark of China Town.

Public transportation: The city of Melbourne is large and to accommodate this, the city has a network of reliable and quick tram routes running throughout the city. The tram stop, Russell Street, is just minutes away from Primus English.

School facilities: The school has modern facilities with audiovisual equipment within the classrooms, a computer lab, a library, a lounge and a support desk.

Course structure: Primus English has a general English course that follows an integrated skills approach. This approach aims to improve the students' spoken and written communication levels. The school offers exam preparation courses for the IELTS exam and an English for Academic Purpose for those wanting to further their education. The Business English course focuses entirely on the use of the English language in a business environment and designs its vocabulary around real-life scenarios such as meetings, giving presentations, refining telephone skills as well as reading and writing emails. Students are required to have a high level of English in order to join the Business English course.

Teaching style: All the teachers hold a University degree, teaching English to a very high standard and Primus English is an accredited ELICOS provider.
  • The language school Primus English was founded in Melbourne, Australia in 3.
  • Legal name / parent company: Primus International Education Group
  • Tax registration ID: ABN81619676384

English Courses

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General Language
General English Course Popular English course
20 lessons per week
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18 students (max)
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Work & Study
English for Academic Purposes (EAP) Course
20 lessons per week
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18 students (max)
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Business
Business English Course
20 lessons per week
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18 students (max)
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OET Training and Preparation
20 lessons per week
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18 students (max)
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Exam Preparation
IELTS Exam Preparation
20 lessons per week
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18 students (max)
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Information for all courses offered by Primus English

Comments about courses

Material Fees:

  • from 1 to 10 weeks: AUD 80

  • from 11 to 20 weeks: AUD 150

  • from 21 to 30: AUD 200

  • from 31 weeks: AUD 240
Lesson duration
60 minutes
School's administrative fee
200.00 AU$
Course material
Generally course material has to be purchased by the student. The costs of course material will be approximately 80 AU$ per course level.
Days without class
In 2024 (including national and regional bank holidays):
01 Jan 2024, 26 Jan 2024 - 27 Jan 2024, 10 Apr 2024, 13 Apr 2024, 25 Apr 2024, 27 Apr 2024, 25 Dec 2024 - 26 Dec 2024, 28 Dec 2024.
If a bank holiday falls on a weekday there is no refund nor are missed lessons recuperated. This is the case for the majority of language schools.
Level test
A test to assess your exact language level takes place at the school on the first day of the course.

Lessons needed per English language level

Level (CEFR) LESSONS needed per level WEEKS needed
(20 lessons per week)
A1 Beginner A1 to A2 80 4
A2 Elementary A2 to B1 160 8
B1 Intermediate B1 to B2 180 9
B2 Higher Intermediate B2 to C1 200 10
C1 Advanced C1 to C2 220 11
C2 Proficiency
Data above gives some guidance. For more details consult our page How long does it take to learn a language or reach a specific level.

Our price includes

  • INCLUDED Organized activities
  • INCLUDED Wireless LAN zone at school
  • INCLUDED Free certificate of course attendance
  • INCLUDED Language level placement test at first day of classes
  • INCLUDED Language level placement test before arrival
Note: All courses offered by Primus English, Melbourne can be reserved online with LanguageCourse.net. In case a course is not listed above, just let us know.

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Primus English

Accreditations and Quality seals
ELICOSPreferential Terms in Case of Visa Refusal
English teacher qualifications
100% hold a university degree
100% hold a recognised language teaching qualification
Languages spoken by school staff (cannot be guaranteed by school)
First day of course
Written and oral level test is performed. Students should arrive at 9:00
Offer for returning students
You will be refunded/waived the school's administration fee If you already attended previously a course at Primus English and you book here.
Payment methods accepted for payments made directly to the school
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General school facilities

  • Microwave for student use

  • Fridge for student use

  • Drink vending machine

  • Computer lab

  • Library

  • Free after-class access to language learning software

  • Lounge

  • Student support desk

  • Copy machine

  • Printer for student use

  • Free water dispenser

  • Free WIFI

  • Classroom equipment

    • TV in some classrooms

    • Air conditioning in all classrooms

    • Heating in all classrooms

    • Ample natural light in most classrooms

    Number of classrooms: 8

    Facilities for disabled students

    • Wheelchair access to classroom

    • Wheelchair access to reception

Student Age / Nationality

Minimum age of students
18 years
Average number of levels
Adult courses In summer: 5
Adult courses Throughout the year: 5
Average age of students
In summer: 25 years
Throughout the year: 23 years
Read our recommendations for students over 30.

Top student nationalities

Age of students

Airport transfer

Melbourne Airport:
130 AU$ one way
260 AU$ return (both ways)
More information about airports around Melbourne and how to get from the airport to Melbourne on your own here on our Melbourne page.

Visa Documents

Nationals from Ecuador require a visa to enter and study in Australia.
Check visa requirements for nationals from other countries.
Nationals from countries that require a visa will receive documents from the school, related to booking confirmation, which is required for the visa application.
Full payment of all fees required before school dispatches documents required for visa application
No
Preferential cancellation terms in case of visa refusal
School agreed that students booking online on this site will benefit from preferential cancellation fees in case of visa refusal, and in this case will never exceed EUR 180.

Accommodation

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Single room, Half board on weekdays, Full board on weekends
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Homestay
Twin room, Half board on weekdays, Full board on weekends
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Map  

Level 3, 123 Lonsdale St - 3000 Melbourne
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FAQ about Primus English,

  • “At Primus you generally pay an additional AUD 80 for course material.”
    Robin Rebecca Pietersma, Language Travel Consultant from LanguageCourse.Net - Nov 21, 2022
  • “The minimum age required by this school is 18 years old, you can click on the course name to see the minimum age accepted by the school.
    You can also find other English programmes or junior camp programmes in other cities or countries that accept students from 16 years old .    ”
    Susan Wang, Language Travel Consultant from LanguageCourse.Net - Mar 20, 2023
  • “The minimum age required by this school is 18 years old, you can click on the course name to see the minimum age accepted by the school.
    You can also find other English programs or junior camp programs in other cities or countries that accept students from 16 years old .    ”
    Susan Wang, Language Travel Consultant from LanguageCourse.Net - Mar 20, 2023
  • 100% of teachers at Primus English hold a university degree. 100% hold a recognized language teaching certificate.
  • The highest Nationality percentage at Primus English comes from Korea with a 10% representation, followed by students from Japan (9%) and China (8%).
  • Primus English offers courses from 18 years to 99. Average age is 25 during the summer and 23 for the rest of the year.

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Melbourne
Melbourne city attractiveness rated by our students:
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