ACCOMMODATION
What to Expect
Australians are famous for their friendliness and their relaxed approach to life, and our homestay families are no exception. Students become a member of the family and are included in all family or community activities if they wish (e.g. barbeques, dinner parties, church, choirs, sports, camping, beach visits, family celebrations, etc.)
A host family will be carefully chosen to match your specific needs and interests and a profile is forwarded within 72 hours of enrolment.
Host families welcome and collect you on arrival.
Host families provide high quality individual bedroom studies, breakfast supper and snacks every day and all meals at the weekends. The evening meal is usually eaten together as a family but the breakfast routine may vary. Some Christian families may say prayers before each meal.
Host families play an important part in helping you find your feet in Cairns. They transport students until they are familiarised with the locale and bus routes. All families are conveniently located within reasonable distance to the campus, usually within 30 minutes bike or bus ride.
Australian families team together to help in the home - clearing up after dinner, keeping their own bedrooms tidy, walking the family dog, cleaning the car, etc. Students are encouraged to help.
All our families adhere to the Cairns Language Centre Quality Assured Code of Ethics.
Shared & Hostel Accommodation
There are many accommodation options for the more independent student including
- Shared houses or apartments close by
- Single-occupant apartments or bed-sits
- Hostel rooms with cooking facilities
Our accommodation officer will place students in suitable apartments or assist students in finding a place to suit them.