Learn English in a friendly environment. We have courses for all levels from beginners to advanced. Phone 9598 2155 for an appointment with the English Co-ordinator to discuss a suitable class.
If you want to enrol in an ESL class, please phone 9598 2155 or email us to arrange an appointment with the English Co-ordinator.
There will be no classes in English as a Second Language (ESL) courses during school holidays or on public holidays.
School holidays: Saturday 27 March - Sunday 11 April
Elementary English I – ESL (Liz Miller)
Learn basic English skills, make new friends and have fun! This class is for newcomers to Australia and those who want to improve their grammar and vocabulary while practising their speaking and listening skills. This course can stand alone or be taken with Elementary II. Government funded (F). Course fee includes materials. Join any time.
Elementary English II – ESL (Liz Miller)
For students with some English, this course offers a chance to work in a friendly group to improve your skills. There will be some general speaking and listening practice but time will be available to concentrate on reading and writing skills. You will learn ways to improve your vocabulary and understanding of what you read and learn to write more confidently in everyday situations. This course can stand alone or be taken with Elementary I. Government funded (F). Course fee includes materials. Join any time.
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Intermediate English -ESL (Jenelle Lewis)
Would you like to improve your English language skills? This class covers aspects of reading, writing, speaking and listening in a friendly, supportive environment. You will have various opportunities to develop your skills, including journal writing, comprehension exercises, spelling games and a novel study. Government funded (F). Course fee includes materials. Join any time.
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Certificate of General Education For Adults (CGEA)
This is an accredited English course for ESL students, running for a year and leading to a recognised Victorian Accredited qualification. Students learn at their own pace in a relaxed environment. Join any time.
CGEA Level 2 – 21773VIC (Jane Saunders)
ESL students – improve your reading, writing, speaking and listening by sharing ideas on a wide range of topics, reading newspapers and short novels, researching current issues, exploring the arts and lots more. Government funded (F). Course fee includes materials and assesments.
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English Conversation I -ESL (Jenelle Lewis)
This class is for intermediate level students who wish to develop their spoken English in a friendly, relaxed environment. Topics covered will include news and current affairs, travel stories, local history and culture, and student stories from their home countries. Join this class as an enjoyable way to improve your English language skills. Government funded (F). Course fee includes materials. Join any time.
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English Conversation II -ESL (Jane Saunders)
This conversation class is for upper-intermediate/advanced level students who wish to focus on spoken English, build confidence and improve fluency. We will cover a variety of topics ranging from current issues to movies to food, and students will be able to practise a wide range of speaking skills e.g. negotiating, persuading and giving an opinion. So join this class and explore some exciting topics in a relaxed and friendly environment. Government funded (F). Coure fee includes materials. Join any time.
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Everyday Life – ESL (Elizabeth Miller)
A conversation-based course for those at beginners level to learn the necessary communication skills for everyday life in Melbourne. As well as providing you with valuable tools for communicating in a variety of situations, this course will also make time for lots of practice in a relaxed, friendly environment. There will be many topics including using a telephone, using public transport, paying bills and talking to neighbours. Meet people who have needs similar to yours. Students will be expected to attend excursions as part of their course work. Government funded (F). Course fee includes materials. Join any time.
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Pronunciation (ESL) (Jane Saunders)
Do you have problems saying some words or sounds? Develop your spoken English and become more confident. This class provides an opportunity to practise pronunciation in a fun and relaxed environment and to learn the phonetic alphabet. Government funded (F). Course fee includes materials. Join any time.
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Sandybeach Centre would like to thank the Sandringham Authorised Newsagency for their donation of newspapers which are used as a learning resource in our ESL classes.