School Presentation Sidney 2012

EF Sydney 5-7 Young Street Sydney NSW 2000 Phone: +61 (0)2 9247 7668 Fax: +61 (0)2 9247 7691 Emergency: +61 (0)4 1543 6158 Transfers Emergency: +61 (0)4 1543 6158

EF Sydney Great weather year round.

Located in Circular Quay, the heart of Sydney with the Opera House and Harbour Bridge within walking distance.

Heritage-listed building.

Suitable for Exam, Business and LSP students.

Average number of students: 350. Average age: 20 y.o.

Why choose Sydney?

Vibrant and multicultural metropolis Harbour & Ocean for water sports and stunning views Welcoming and friendly people – enjoy the “no worries” attitude Wide cultural offering & exciting nightlife Hot summers & mild winters Nature & wildlife at your doorstep Great job opportunities

EF Sydney – School Director School Director – Ben Bonjean 7 administration staff 20-30 teachers

EF Sydney – Location Located in the heart of the city 7km from Sydney International Airport with easy access via train (30 min.)

Circular Quay is a major transport hub for most trains, buses and ferries 2 mins walk to The Rocks, Opera House & Harbour Bridge 20 min. to Bondi Beach by bus

EF Sydney – Location 10 min walk to Pitt Street & Georges Street – dining and shopping heart of Sydney Tourist information and shops in the Rocks Large food court right across the street Excellent nightlife around Circular Quay and Darling Harbour.

Public library beside the school.

EF Sydney – School Facilities Wireless WiFi across the school Activities desk Accommodation office Internship & Student Services office Food court across the street Student lounge 48 iLab computers Lecture Hall Leisure Lounge

EF Sydney – Academic Facilities 1 Academic office 10 large classrooms 3 iLabs iPad Classroom Complimentary library Private study room 2 Media classrooms

EF Sydney – Academic info.

Popular SPIN classes

Australian Studies World Issues Communication Sing-lish

Advanced Diploma in English for Business (DEB) - available year round UP programmes available year round Exam Preparation courses:

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Cambridge – full courses (GE incl.): FCE, CAE, BEC (check intake dates!)

SPIN based (2x80mn/wk): TOEIC, TOEFL, IELTS

EF Sydney – Internships • • • • • • • • • •

Altios International Cancer Council NSW The EI Group Glaxo Smith Kline Longueville Media Manning & Co. One Small Planet Reed Exhibitions The Word Australia World Nomads Travel Insurance

• Free Job Club every fortnight for all students

EF Sydney - Accommodation Host families in greater Sydney – 50-75 min. range due to transportation and geography. Multi-cultural background.

5 Homeshares available (villas accommodating 5-10 students) Varied range of residence: Greenwich Village: half board, twin, 35 min from school Cambridge Lodge: self catering, twin, 35 min from school Sinclair’s Bondi: self catering, twin, 30 min from school Urbanest: self catering, singles en-suite, 15 min from school (free bus)

3 Guesthouses in central Sydney (20 min. from school) – great consensus between residence and HF – singles & twins, shared facilities, self catering, cheaper.

PUSH URBANEST: fantastic ”premium” residence in City Center with high quality facilities. No travelcard needed.

EF Sydney – Urbanest Premium Residence, city center, 15 min. from school, free bus.

Single Room, en-suite bathroom In flats, fully furnished Activities and cleaning included Self catering Free Wi-Fi

EF Sydney – Greenwich Village 40 mins to school by train $41 transport cost by train per week Twins and Singles Shared Bathrooms Half Board all week No Self Catering Option Swimming pool Large garden

EF Sydney – Cambridge Lodge 40 mins to school by train $41 transport cost by train per week Twin rooms Shared bathrooms Breakfast only Self Catering, shared kitchens

EF Sydney – Sinclair’s 40 mins to school by train $41 transport cost by train per week Twin rooms Shared bathrooms Self catering, shared kitchens Breakfast only Close to the famous Bondi Beach

EF Sydney – Activities Surf Camp Australia, Blue Mountains, Bike Tours, Dolphin Watching, Canberra, Skydiving, Wine Tasting Various festivals, sports days Frequent parties every month Minutes away from main shopping areas Visit Australia & enjoy the weather!

EF Sydney – Activities cont.

Beaches & Boomerangs $115 Jervis Bay $115 Surf Camp Weekend $290 Sydney Sightseeing $30 Taronga Zoo $28 Bike Tours $85 Wine Tasting $110 Blue Mountains $99 Festivals – Free Sports Days – Free Canberra Trip $109

EF Sydney – Essential info $57 for a weekly unlimited travel for trains, buses and ferries Wide variety of meal options from food court ranging from $8 - $12 Public library in adjacent building Opera House and Harbour Bridge within walking distance Discover the best city in Australia!