English

Lessons:

I accept a maximum of two students at a time; often you will be the only one. This means you do not have to compete for attention with a class of other students, and can learn exactly what you want and need to learn.

Come alone, or with a friend. A parent can come with their child to give the child a good start in learning English. Minimum student age is six years old.

Learning English with me is nothing like being in school; you learn in a natural and enjoyable way, and all of Kangaroo Island is your classroom.

Choose what you want and need to learn, the form your lessons will take, and the time you would like to stay. The minimum time you can book for is two weeks.

I teach conversational, business and special purpose English, or can help you study for an exam.

I also accept guests who want a peaceful holiday on Kangaroo Island while having a few casual English lessons.

Hear and speak English all the time.

Receive lots of extra, free help and English practice.

Lessons: mornings Monday to Friday.

Weekends: your free time for relaxation, extra sightseeing, or whatever you decide to do.

On Sunday mornings we go to church at the home of friends. You are welcome to come with us if you would like to, to worship, or just to observe. It is an opportunity to meet other Australians in their home and to practice your English in a friendly environment.

Lessons can be:

sit down study (studying for exams or other special purpose) ,

activity based (conversational English while doing a range of activities)

or a combination – it’s your choice.

“Official” Lessons are 12 hours each week, plus you get lots of extra free help and practise.

If you are serious about learning, you can improve quickly.

Accommodation and meals:

You will live in your teacher’s home and be welcomed as a part of her family.

All meals are provided, and some local sightseeing. Meals are home cooked, generous and nutritious.

Travel to kangaroo Island:

You can travel from Adelaide to Kangaroo Island either by ferry and bus, or by air.

Arrive on a Sunday evening to begin lessons on Monday. If this does not fit with your international flight, contact us to see what options we can work out for you.

By Ferry/bus: Leave Adelaide in the early afternoon and enjoy a scenic 107 kilometre bus trip through the suburbs and into the country to Cape Jervis, a pleasant two hour journey.

The ferry from Cape Jervis to Penneshaw takes about 50 minutes. Sometimes it is possible to see dolphins alongside the vessel.

At Penneshaw you transfer to a shuttle bus for the hour trip through the eastern part of Kangaroo Island to Kingscote, where we will meet you.

By Plane: Regional Air (REX) services Kangaroo Island each afternoon, arriving about 6pm after a 25 minute flight. It is a fast way to get from Adelaide to Kingscote, but is more expensive and you miss out on the extra touring and sights. However if you are arriving direct from overseas and are tired, it may be a better option that falling asleep on the bus or ferry.

COST $AU 950 per week

This covers:

Meeting you in Kingscote at the bus stop or airport. Seeing you off at the bus or airport on your departure day.

Full accommodation in our home as a part of our family

The opportunity to learn about Australian culture and life.

All meals, as well as ‘smokos’ (morning/afternoon tea)

English lessons and activities

Notes for English

Visits to local places of interest