EC EnglishGold Coast, Australia
EC English has ceased operations - Permanently closed down
Location: EC English Gold Coast is located in the metropolitan region of the Gold Coast, in eastern Australia. Home to "Surfers Paradise", the area provides some of the world's most renowned beaches, is famous for surfing and has the Lamington National Park's Mountain ridges and valleys close by. This unique location provides students with an excellent base for furthering their English studies. The school is within a moment's walk of the infamous Surfers Paradise Beach, in addition to many shops, restaurants, supermarkets, cafés and attractions such as Ripley's Believe it or not, the SkyPoint Observation Deck, Infinity attraction and much more!
School facilities: The facilities within EC Gold Coast are of a very high standard, offering everything a student may need to feel comfortable inside and outside of the classrooms. The school's facilities include a computer lab, a library, a lounge area, a movie room, kitchen use for students, free after-class access to language learning software and a student support desk for and questions or queries that may arise. All classrooms are equipped with electronic whiteboards, air conditioning, heating and ample natural light to create an optimal learning environment.
Course selection: Course selection offers something for students of all level. In addition to General English programmes taught over various schedules and intensities, EC Gold Coast also provides IELTS Exam Preparation courses and all-inclusive Junior Summer programmes.
School chain: EC English Schools are all part of the larger group of EC Holdings Ltd. As a group, they have pushed boundaries within English tuition for all levels and age groups for many years. The group consists of multiple schools, spread throughout locations such as the USA, UK, Ireland, Canada, Malta, South Africa, Australia and New Zealand.
The "EC Promise" is true throughout all EC locations, promising students that their English level will improve if they follow the 3 steps of attendance, homework and participation. The group ensures that all students will receive a friendly atmosphere to learn in, high-quality tuition and care, a varied social programme to accompany learning, and appropriate facilities for students to reach their language goals.
- EC English operated previously under the name CES Embassy English.
- The language school EC English was founded in Gold Coast, Australia in 1976.
- Abbreviated name of school: EC Gold Coast
English Courses
Information for all courses offered by EC English
Comments about courses
Student insurance up to 24 months: AUD 45 (per month).
1257 welfare undertaking fee (under 18s): AUD 500.
Lesson duration
60 minutes
Course material
Generally course material is distributed free to students and will stay in student property.
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
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 Internet access and use of school computers
- INCLUDED Wireless LAN zone at school
- INCLUDED Free certificate of course attendance
- INCLUDED Language level placement test at first day of classes
Note: All courses offered by EC English, Gold Coast can be reserved online with LanguageCourse.net. In case a course is not listed above, just let us know.
EC English (EC)
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 8:30
Offer for returning students
You will be refunded/waived the school's administration fee If you already attended previously a course at EC English and you book here.
Payment methods accepted for payments made directly to the school
General school facilities
Kitchen for student use
Microwave for student use
Fridge for student use
Computer lab
Movie rental
Free after-class access to language learning software
Movie room
Lounge
Student support desk
Copy machine
Printer for student use
Free water dispenser
Free WIFI
Classroom equipment
Electronic whiteboard in all classrooms
Air conditioning in all classrooms
Ample natural light in all classrooms
Number of classrooms: 7Number of public PC workstations: 18Facilities for disabled students
Accessible Toilet
Student Age / Nationality
Minimum age of students
16 years
Average number of levels
Adult courses In summer: 5
Adult courses Throughout the year: 5
Average age of students
Top student nationalities
Age of students
Airport transfer
Brisbane Airport:
160 AU$ one way
320 AU$ return (both ways)
320 AU$ return (both ways)
Gold Coast Airport:
160 AU$ one way
320 AU$ return (both ways)
320 AU$ return (both ways)
Best arrival airport is Gold Coast - Coolangatta.
More information about airports around Gold Coast and how to get from the airport to Gold Coast on your own here on our Gold Coast page.
Visa Documents
You can travel and study a language course for a limited number of hours a week just applying for the visa waiver programme online.
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
Yes
Express shipment fee (via courier)
65 AU$
FAQ about EC English,
- What is the best price for a course at EC English, Gold Coast?
- Is airport pickup offered by EC English?Yes. The school offers pickup from Brisbane Airport (160 AU$), Gold Coast Airport (160 AU$)
- What is the qualification of the teachers at EC English?100% of teachers at EC English hold a university degree. 100% hold a recognized language teaching certificate.
- Which countries are students of EC English from?The highest Nationality percentage at EC English comes from Japan with a 33% representation, followed by students from Brazil (23%) and Thailand (9%).
Gold Coast
Gold Coast city attractiveness rated by our students:
4.4
More information about Gold Coast including climate data and events on our Gold Coast page with a list of all 6 English schools in Gold Coast.