General English Courses for Adults in Sydney from A$371 for 1 Week
Maximum 12-week enrolments for tourist visa/visa waiver students and maximum 16-weeks for WHV students.
| Offer! | A$650 |
| A$630 |
| ≈ $440 |
English courses available: General English and English for Academic Purpose.
Electives are only available from the second week.
Maximum 12-week enrolments for tourist visa/visa waiver students and maximum 16-weeks for WHV students.
| Offer! | A$710 |
| A$687 |
| ≈ $480 |
| Offer! | A$710 |
| A$687 |
| ≈ $480 |
This course prepares students for the FCE exams.
| Offer! | A$710 |
| A$687 |
| ≈ $480 |
| Offer! | A$585 |
| A$569 |
| ≈ $397 |
| Offer! | A$675 |
| A$654 |
| ≈ $457 |
The General English: Four Skills course is designed for students aiming to improve their reading, writing, listening, and speaking skills. Grammar and vocabulary are integrated into these skills.
Additional lessons use La Lingua's unique 'Functional Natural Communication (FUNC)' approach to enhance students' conversational abilities for everyday life in Australia.
Ongoing assessments of classwork and consolidation tests every 2-4 weeks provide students with regular, comprehensive feedback. Weekly revision activities help students learn faster and more effectively.
| Offer! | A$690 |
| A$668 |
| ≈ $466 |
| Offer! | A$750 |
| A$726 |
| ≈ $507 |
This course fully complies with the official Bildungsurlaub requirements, offering employees the opportunity to use their educational leave for meaningful professional and personal development. Participants benefit from 25 hours of structured language instruction aimed at strengthening communication skills for the workplace and beyond. To meet the 30-hour weekly requirement, the programme also includes an additional 5 hours of guided academic and homework support, allowing students to deepen their understanding, practise independently with expert feedback, and consolidate the progress made in class.
| Offer! | A$800 |
| A$774 |
| ≈ $540 |
Extra Fees:
Student Health Cover: AUD 58 per month.
| Offer! | A$815 |
| A$788 |
| ≈ $550 |
This is the standard among HLI’s home tuition options, featuring 15 hours of one-to-one classes every week that are custom-made to the topics that you are most interested in. These topics could be anything, ranging from your hobbies to your academic plans, and everything in between. You won’t have to worry about meals since these will be provided by your host family - and the school encourages sitting down to eat with your hosts as much as possible so that you can create a great relationship but also give you as much English communication practice as possible.
Since there are five important universities situated in Sydney, you will quickly discover that this is a city that is used to accommodating students, which you will see in the variety of cultural entertainment that is always on offer. Of course, the beach is never far away - so this might be your chance to take up surfing or other water sports. It’s no secret that Sydney is an expensive city to live in for a student, but your host family will be happy to share all the best money-saving tips during your stay, including what to buy, and also what to avoid.
| Offer! | $1,910 |
| $1,815 |
| Offer! | $2,140 |
| $2,033 |
| Offer! | $2,370 |
| $2,252 |
| Offer! | $2,600 |
| $2,470 |
| Offer! | A$400 |
| A$390 |
| ≈ $273 |
| Offer! | A$450 |
| A$438 |
| ≈ $306 |
This course runs from Monday to Wednesday.
Students can pay an additional AUD 60 per week to have 5 lessons on a Friday.
| Offer! | A$380 |
| A$371 |
| ≈ $259 |
With Influent’s homestay language programme, you’ll step into an immersive world of English, living and learning in your teacher’s home in the heart of Sydney, Australia. This unique opportunity combines structured one-on-one lessons with constant day-to-day interaction in English, helping you gain confidence and fluency faster than ever.
Outside of your lessons, you'll naturally apply what you've learned—whether over shared meals, during relaxed conversations, or through tailored local activities. From cultural outings to fun hobbies and excursions, every moment is a chance to deepen your understanding and make real-life connections in English.
Influent carefully selects experienced teachers and welcoming host families, ensuring that each home provides a safe, supportive, and inspiring environment for your language adventure. Discover the rhythm of life in Sydney while building real communication skills that last a lifetime.
| Offer! | $1,880 |
| $1,786 |
| Offer! | A$440 |
| A$428 |
| ≈ $299 |
| Offer! | A$500 |
| A$485 |
| ≈ $339 |
| Offer! | A$570 |
| A$554 |
| ≈ $387 |
| Offer! | €775 |
| €744 |
| ≈ $878 |
This course is ideal for students who wish to gain a sound understanding of the language through a well-rounded course. Course tuition is structured as follows: 16 General language lessons, 4 project sessions, 4 special interest lessons and 2 lecture sessions each week. The special interest lessons can be focused on subjects that are important to you, or relevant to your studies outside of EF’s classroom.
EF’s goal is that all students are able to move up another level after 6 weeks of dedicated and serious study.
| Offer! | €805 |
| €773 |
| ≈ $912 |
| Offer! | €835 |
| €818 |
| ≈ $965 |
This course is ideal for students who want to learn a language as fast as possible. Course tuition is structured as follows: 16 General language lessons, 4 project sessions, 10 special interest lessons and 2 lecture sessions each week.
| Offer! | €875 |
| €839 |
| ≈ $990 |
This course is ideal for students who wish to gain a sound understanding of the language through a well-rounded course. Course tuition is structured as follows: 16 General language lessons, 4 project sessions, 4 special interest lessons and 2 lecture sessions each week.
| Offer! | €865 |
| €848 |
| ≈ $1,001 |
This course is ideal for students who want to learn a language as fast as possible. Course tuition is structured as follows: 16 General language lessons, 4 project sessions, 10 special interest lessons and 2 lecture sessions each week.
| Offer! | €935 |
| €916 |
| ≈ $1,081 |
| Offer! | $1,430 |
| $1,359 |
| Offer! | $1,880 |
| $1,786 |
InTuition Languages’s course offers an unforgettable, fully immersive experience in learning English in the warmth of your tutor’s home. Spend a set period of time living with your tutor and their family in Sydney, Australia, where you’ll not only have engaging, personalised lessons but also interact in English throughout your daily life.
This constant exposure will rapidly boost your speaking skills in a natural, authentic setting. InTuition Languages is dedicated to providing you with an exceptional language journey, including exciting excursions and activities that give you the opportunity to practice your language skills in real-world situations. Experience the charm and hospitality of the stunning city of Sydney while enhancing your fluency.
Every teacher at InTuition Languages is highly qualified, and their homes have been carefully inspected to ensure a welcoming, supportive environment for your language learning success.
| Offer! | $2,170 |
| $2,062 |
The Intensive
Once you start studying, you will be occasionally assessed by the school to measure your progress. This could even mean changing your level to ensure that you are being appropriately challenged.
The material you study will be selected by the home tutors, who are trained by the school itself in how to deliver a complete English language learning experience. Additionally, the homes of every host are inspected to ensure that they provide an appropriate and comfortable environment for students to reach their full potential.
| Offer! | $2,390 |
| $2,271 |
| Offer! | $2,610 |
| $2,480 |
Unlock your potential with Intuition's exclusive Bildungsurlaub course, designed to foster self-awareness, growth, and effective communication in both your personal and professional life. Combining immersive one-on-one learning with tailored experiences, this course helps you gain the skills and confidence needed to thrive in a fast-paced world.
Bildungsurlaub, or "educational leave," is a German legal right that allows employees to take time off from work to participate in approved educational courses. It’s an excellent opportunity to develop new skills, improve your career prospects, and achieve personal growth while keeping your job secure.
Whether you’re looking to advance your career, improve personal skills, or immerse yourself in a holistic learning experience, this Bildungsurlaub course with Intuition offers you the tools and support needed to succeed. Take the next step in your growth and development today!
| Offer! | $2,610 |
| $2,480 |
| Offer! | $2,830 |
| $2,689 |
What's included:
- 35+ hours of engaging and rewarding academic sessions taught by experts
- 10 nights accommodation
- Breakfast and dinner in historic University of Sydney college halls
- 1 full day excursion in Sydney
- Fun cultural activities
- Immerse Education certificate and graduation photos
- Personalised feedback for each participant from their expert tutors
- Immerse Education ‘stash’; folders, notebooks, pens and more
- Immerse alumni community with access to further resources, opportunities and learning materials
| Offer! | £2,998 |
| £2,924 |
| ≈ $3,967 |
English course types in Sydney
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General English courses
General adult courses cover the main elements of the English language for all levels and have various options including number of lessons per week and course duration.- Learn English & Live With Teacher - Sydney (115)
- Standard English Courses for Adults - Sydney (36)
- English & Culture - Sydney (32)
- Evening Courses - Sydney (8)
- Senior Adult Learners 50+ Years Courses - Sydney (5)
- Afternoon (4) - Only offered by ILSC Language School
- Mini Group (Max 6 Students) (1) - Only offered by Lexis English
- Conversation/Communication (1) - Only offered by La Lingua Language School
- Adults From 30+ years (1) - Only offered by Lexis English
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English exam preparation courses
English exam preparation courses are available to help students to advance through the English levels and gain an official certificate on completion.- IELTS Preparation Courses - Sydney (13)
- Cambridge First Preparation Courses - Sydney (12)
- Cambridge Advanced Preparation Courses - Sydney (11)
- TOEFL Preparation Courses - Sydney (6)
- Cambridge Proficiency Preparation Courses - Sydney (5)
- TOEIC (1) - Only offered by InTuition Languages
- Other Exams (1) - Only offered by InTuition Languages
- TEFL / TESOL (1) - Only offered by La Lingua Language School
- PTE (1) - Only offered by York English College
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Junior English courses
English lessons for children and teenagers can be booked in school holidays and often come as a package, which includes accommodation, activities and excursions. -
Business English courses
Learn how to shape your use of the English language in the business world for a competitive edge in tasks such as negotiations, conference calls and presentations.- Business One-to-One (17) - Offered by Influent
- Medical English - Sydney (4)
- Business English Group Courses - Sydney (3)
- Banking & Finance (2) - Only offered by InTuition Languages
- English for Engineers (2) - Only offered by Immerse Education
- English for Lawyers (1) - Only offered by InTuition Languages
- English for Tourism (1) - Only offered by La Lingua Language School
- English for Aviation (1) - Only offered by InTuition Languages
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Private English courses
One-to-one classes in English are available in bundles which can be added to general English courses or as a stand alone course. -
Specialty courses English
Teacher training programmes and school trips are just some of the English options students can take in the Specialty category. -
Work & Study English programmes
Students who are learning English to further their career can choose a Work & Study package consisting of English classes with a volunteering programme or a work placement.- Academic Preparation - Sydney (7)
- University (1) - Only offered by Influent
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English plus activity courses
In some cases, general English courses can be combined with an after class interest. Possible activities include hobbies, cultural events or creative programmes.- English & Other Sports (4) - Only offered by Study & Live in your Teacher's Home
- English & Surf (2) - Only offered by Lexis English

Reviews by former students who attended a Standard course in Sydney

A 10/10 experience. Great location great teachers and great team. It was a lot of fun going to school there. I can only recommend it to anyone.
6 October 2025
Course: Full-Time Morning FT AM - 4 weeks
Student age: 23 years

The teachers in the class are very conscientious and teach at a high level.
19 February 2025
Course: General English - 4 Skills - 2 weeks
Student age: 17 years

Very professional, yet friendly teaching staff. The school's location is exceptional. Supporting the book via the internet for two years is a very good idea.
The shared meal with people of different nationalities on Thursday at noon.
8 October 2024
Course: General English - Full time (Morning) - 1 week
Student age: 66 years

The school was well organised, complaints were dealt with immediately! Some teachers were really good and were able to pull the class along.
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20 February 2024
Course: Full-Time Morning FT AM - 6 weeks
Student age: 61 years

English is good and my son likes it very much.
29 August 2023
Course: General English - Full time (Morning) - 4 weeks
Student age: 16 years
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English courses available: General English.
Electives are only available from the second week.