English school in Melbourne: EC English
EC English has ceased operations - Permanently closed down
Location: EC English Melbourne is located in the bustling city of Melbourne, in the southeastern Australian region of Victoria. The school is housed in a superb central location in the heart of the Melbourne business district, very close to major train stations, tram lines and buses. EC Melbourne is close to popular tourist attractions such as The Aquarium and the Immigration Museum. Jump on the number 16 tram and the world-renowned St.Kilda beach is a mere 20 minutes away.
Social and cultural: Melbourne is an exciting, dynamic city with a distinctly European-Australian feel. There is a large variety of international events that take place in Melbourne, including the Australian tennis open and the Melbourne Grand Prix.
School chain: EC English Schools are all part of the larger group of EC Holdings Ltd. As a group, EC English has pushed boundaries within English tuition for all levels and age groups for many years. The group consists of multiple schools spread throughout 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 three steps of attendance, homework and participation. The group ensures that all students receive a friendly learning atmosphere, high-quality tuition and care, a varied social programme to accompany their learning, and appropriate facilities to reach their language goals.
- EC English operated previously under the name CES Embassy English.
- The language school EC English was founded in Melbourne, Australia in 1990.
- Abbreviated name of school: EC Melbourne
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 has to be purchased by the student. The costs of course material will be approximately 10 AU$ per week.
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
- INCLUDED Language level placement test before arrival
- INCLUDED For adult courses: a minimum of one free organized leisure activity per week
- INCLUDED Free consultation about suitable college/university programs by a qualified consultant
Note: All courses offered by EC 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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EC English (EC)
“EC Melbourne will provide you with a fun learning experience, where you will acquire languge and life skills for a better future. Meet and make friends for life from every corner of the globe.”–Julius Kaplan,Director of EC English
Accreditations and Quality seals
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
Snack vending machine
Drink vending machine
Computer lab
Library
Free after-class access to language learning software
Games room
Lounge
Student support desk
Copy machine
Printer for student use
Soccer field / football pitch
Table tennis
Table soccer / football
Free water dispenser
Free WIFI
Facilities for islamic students
Available area to pray at the school
Facilities to wash feet before praying
Classroom equipment
Electronic whiteboard in all classrooms
Air conditioning in all classrooms
Heating in all classrooms
Ample natural light in most classrooms
Number of classrooms: 22Number of public PC workstations: 99Facilities for disabled students
Wheelchair access to classroom
Accessible Toilet
Wheelchair access to cafeteria
Adapted for deaf students
Adapted for students with learning difficulty
Additional comment about facilities of school
Student lounge
Table tennis
Fussball games
Microwave ovens
Vending machines
Prayer rooms for Islamic students
First aid room
A security desk
Student Age / Nationality
Minimum age of students
16 years
Average number of levels
Adult courses In summer: 6
Adult courses Throughout the year: 6
Average age of students
Top student nationalities
Age of students
Airport transfer
Melbourne Airport:
200 AU$ one way
400 AU$ return (both ways)
400 AU$ return (both ways)
Avalon Airport:
300 AU$ one way
600 AU$ return (both ways)
600 AU$ return (both ways)
Best arrival airport is Melbourne.
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
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$
Ratings of EC English compared to ratings of all schools in Australia
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Student opinions about EC English, Melbourne
Verified reviews only, uncensored. All student opinions from students who booked a course at the school with LanguageCourse.net.
Anne
21 years
“I liked the teacher and the other people very much. Everybody was very kind and friendly.”
Overall rating
5.0
Value for money
4.0
City/place
5.0
Facilities (library, classrooms)
4.0
Quality of teaching / language progress
5.0
School organization
5.0
Social activities
5.0
Course: Super Intensive (+35h)
30. Jun. 2005
Ella
21 years“Great organisation and support.”
Overall rating
5.0
Value for money
5.0
City/place
5.0
Facilities (library, classrooms)
5.0
Quality of teaching / language progress
5.0
School organization
5.0
Social activities
5.0
Course: Intensive English Course - 3 weeks
7. Feb. 2019
Siegfried
60 years“Flexibilty of the Teacher”
Overall rating
5.0
Value for money
4.0
City/place
5.0
Facilities (library, classrooms)
5.0
School organization
5.0
Quality of teaching / language progress
5.0
Course: One-to-One (10 lessons) - 2 weeks
11. Jun. 2007
Marine
19 years“Grammar lessons”
Overall rating
Value for money
2.0
City/place
5.0
Facilities (library, classrooms)
4.0
Quality of teaching / language progress
3.0
School organization
4.0
Social activities
4.0
Course: Intensive (GE2) - 5 weeks
16. Feb. 2010
Kerstin
32 years“The teachers”
Overall rating
4.0
Value for money
3.0
City/place
5.0
Facilities (library, classrooms)
3.0
Quality of teaching / language progress
5.0
School organization
4.0
Social activities
4.0
Course: Intensive (GE2) - 4 weeks
3. Aug. 2006
Other language schools in Melbourne offering English courses:
- City Language Centre
- Discover English, Victoria
- Einstein College of Australia
- ILSC Language School
- Influent
- International House, City Centre
- Melbourne City College, Sountern Cross Station
- OHC English, Melbourne CBD
- RGIT Royal Greenhill Institute of Technology
- Study & Live in your Teacher's Home
- Turner English College
FAQ about EC English, Melbourne
- What is the best price for a course at EC English, Melbourne?
- Is airport pickup offered by EC English?Yes. The school offers pickup from Melbourne Airport (200 AU$), Avalon Airport (300 AU$)
- 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 16.31% representation, followed by students from Korea (12.77%) and Thailand (9.69%).
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Melbourne city attractiveness rated by our students:
4.7
More information about Melbourne including climate data and events on our Melbourne page with a list of all 11 English schools in Melbourne.
