Small classes, applied learning, practical work, group exercises and access to additional support, High School Preparation is a highly successful program designed to develop international students’ English speaking, listening, reading and writing skills.

Across the twenty-week structure, teachers work closely with students, preparing them for high school study in Australia.

Jean Hamilton:
“Our job is to prepare their English to become more academic in their written and spoken forms that they can listen to and identify key points and that they can read, read in a way that will help them throughout their high school.”

“We put them on an independent learning plan. And in doing that, every teacher is watching every student in every class. We’re ensuring that the homework is done, that those students are given extra help and support if they need it.”

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One of the key advantages of the program, is that HSP students are taught in the high school setting.

There are three leading Brisbane high schools that host HSP, making the transition from program to mainstream schooling, seamless.

Andrea:

“HSP in a high school is an authentic environment. So, a student gets to learn how a school operates in Australia.”

“There’s no separation of classes. And there are mentoring programs at the school which help mainstream students connect with new international students.”

Gina:

“Michelton have like a really good environment for studying and the teachers are really friendly, and they also tell us about the stories so we can get to learn about Australia more, and they can meet a lot of good international friends, and that help them to be more confident, and improve their English.”

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English is not the only class where students develop their language and writing skills. Vocabulary-building exercises also take place in mathematics class, the science lab and the art room.

Tim Jun:

“In HSP program, we have many kinds of courses like Study of Society and Environment and Science, English, Literature and so on. We also have some electives, each Friday afternoon like art and computer and music. I really enjoyed it.”

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Students are also encouraged to take part in group activities, sports, excursions and all the experiences Queensland has to offer.

Feedo Ha Lin:

“Yeah I think the outside activity is fun because it helps to see the outside scene and we can have fun and enjoy with our friend filming outside to see what things new, and I have great experiences.”

Ansen:

“Oh yes, I think it’s fun because I think study is not only study in the classroom, you have to think more in outdoor and study more things.”

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To give your child the best start to their Australian high school experience, talk to them about enrolling in EQi’s High School Preparation today.

For more information, visit eqi.com.au/highschoolpreparation