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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
School's administrative fee
230.00 AU$
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

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 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
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EC English (EC)

Accreditations and Quality seals
AAIEPACCETALTOBritish councilEANEASNZQAStudy in Australia
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
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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: 7
    Number of public PC workstations: 18

    Facilities 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
In summer: 22 years
Throughout the year: 22 years

Top student nationalities

Age of students

Airport transfer

Brisbane Airport:
160 AU$ one way
320 AU$ return (both ways)
Gold Coast Airport:
160 AU$ one way
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$

Map  

38 Cavill Avenue, Surfers Paradise - 4217 Gold Coast
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Other language schools in Gold Coast offering English courses: 
  1. Australian International College of Language, Southport4.4

    Rating: 4.4/5.0

  2. Influent
  3. International House
  4. OHC English, Surfers Paradise4.5

    Rating: 4.5/5.0

  5. Study & Live in your Teacher's Home
  6. The Language Academy

FAQ about EC English, Gold Coast

  • English courses at EC English start at 0 AU$ for course with lessons per week. When booking here you get the guaranteed best price.
  • Yes. The school offers pickup from Brisbane Airport (160 AU$), Gold Coast Airport (160 AU$)
  • 100% of teachers at EC English hold a university degree. 100% hold a recognized language teaching certificate.
  • The highest Nationality percentage at EC English comes from Japan with a 33% representation, followed by students from Brazil (23%) and Thailand (9%).

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Gold Coast
Gold Coast city attractiveness rated by our students:
4.4 

Rating: 4.4/5.0

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