OHC English Cairns, Australia
18 Lake Street - 4870 Cairns - see on mapPay less than booking at the school
What we like about the school
- A dedicated student-welfare team providing support and advice on setting up bank accounts, getting medical help and more.
- Cairns is one of the top destinations our students liked most
- Free assistance in applying to college/university programmes by a qualified consultant.
- Free assistance in finding flats for long-term students.
What we dislike about the school
- May not have a class for complete beginners.
- Do not offer favorable cancellation terms in the case of a student getting a visa rejected.
The school is in the city centre, a few minutes walk from the Lagoon swimming area.
English Courses
General Language
General English Plus
20 lessons per week | 16 students (max)Starts weekly (every Monday)Offer!fromA$425A$404 / week More
General English Plus
20 lessons per week | 16 students (max)
Starts weekly (every Monday)
Offer!from
A$425A$404 / week
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| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 13 | 24 | 36 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price at school (A$) Our price (A$) | 425 404 | 850 808 | 1,275 1,212 | 1,700 1,615 | 2,550 2,423 | 3,400 3,230 | 4,250 4,038 | 5,100 4,845 | 5,005 4,755 | 9,240 8,778 | 12,420 11,799 |
| Price in US$ | 285 | 570 | 855 | 1,140 | 1,710 | 2,279 | 2,849 | 3,419 | 3,355 | 6,193 | 8,325 |
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- Starting dates
- Every Monday
Course specific data
- General course schedule
- 4 daily lessons of 60 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 9:00 - 13:30 - Possible course durations
- 1-99 weeks
- Minimum required student age
- 16 years
- Students per class
- Maximum: 16 / Average: 12
- Lesson duration
- 60 min
Additional information for all courses
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General English Core 15 lessons per week | 16 students (max)Starts weekly (every Monday)Offer!fromA$335A$319 / week More
General English Core
15 lessons per week | 16 students (max)
Starts weekly (every Monday)
Offer!from
A$335A$319 / week
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FREE changes
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 13 | 24 | 36 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price at school (A$) Our price (A$) | 335 319 | 670 637 | 1,005 955 | 1,340 1,273 | 2,010 1,910 | 2,680 2,546 | 3,350 3,183 | 4,020 3,819 | 3,835 3,644 | 7,080 6,726 | 9,180 8,721 |
| Price in US$ | 225 | 450 | 674 | 899 | 1,348 | 1,797 | 2,246 | 2,695 | 2,571 | 4,746 | 6,153 |
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- Starting dates
- Every Monday
Course specific data
- General course schedule
- 3 daily lessons of 60 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 9:00 - 12:30 - Possible course durations
- 1-99 weeks
- Minimum required student age
- 16 years
- Students per class
- Maximum: 16 / Average: 12
- Lesson duration
- 60 min
Additional information for all courses
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Our prices for OHC English include
- INCLUDED Internet access and use of school computers
- INCLUDED Wireless LAN zone at school
- INCLUDED Free certificate of course attendance
- INCLUDED Language level placement test at first day of classes
- INCLUDED Free consultation about suitable college/university programs by a qualified consultant
- INCLUDED Free assistance in applying to college/university programs by a qualified consultant
- INCLUDED Free assistance in finding flats for long-term students
School entrance 1/20
Visiting a brewery2/20
Wall at OHC English3/20
students4/20
Computer room5/20
Class6/20
lesson7/20
OHC English cafeteria8/20
Group photo9/20
Fun activities 10/20
Excursions in Cairns11/20
at the beach12/20
Computer facilities 13/20
Hallway14/20
Lesson in progress15/20
Happy students 16/20
Social Activities17/20
Going out for a drink18/20
Going out for a meal19/20
facilities20/20
Student opinions about OHC English, Cairns
4.7
Overall school rating of
OHC English, Cairns
OHC English, Cairns
3 authentic ratings from students who booked with us
School
Location of the school
Facilities
Social activities
Organisation
Course
Quality of teaching
Value for money
Accommodation
Homestay
Verified reviews only, uncensored. All student opinions from students who booked a course at the school with LanguageCourse.net.
Jay
25 yearsOverall rating
5.0
“The place it’s really chill.”
“Nothing”
Verified
Course: General English Plus - 2 weeks
Review date: 25. Jul. 2024
Christian
Overall rating
5.0
Verified
Course: General English Plus - 3 weeks
Review date: 3. Jul. 2024
Christina
35 yearsOverall rating
4.0
Verified
Course: General English Plus - 4 weeks
Review date: 16. Jul. 2019
Ratings of OHC English compared to ratings of all schools in Australia
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OHC English (OHC)
- Accreditations and Quality seals
TEQSA- English teacher qualifications
- 100% hold a university degree100% hold a recognised language teaching qualification
- Languages spoken by school staff (cannot be guaranteed by school)
- Student gender mix
- 50% male / 50% female
- Offer for returning students
- When you book here, you will be refunded/waived the school's administration fee if you have already attended a course previously at OHC English.
- Year of school foundation
- 1963
General school facilities
Kitchen for student use
Microwave for student use
Fridge for student use
Computer lab
Library
Daily press
Free after-class access to language learning software
Lounge
Garden
Student support desk
Copy machine
Free water dispenser
Free WIFI
Non-smoking (all indoor areas, but not all outdoor areas of school)
Paid parking (<500m)
Facilities for islamic students
Available area to pray at the school
Homestay option that can prepare halal food
Classroom equipment
TV in some classrooms
Air conditioning in all classrooms
Ample natural light in most classrooms
- Number of classrooms: 10
- Number of public PC workstations: 12
Student Age / Nationality
Top student nationalities
| Student Nationality | Percentage of students |
|---|---|
| Japan | 29% |
| Thailand | 18% |
| Brazil | 12% |
| Chile | 5% |
| Other nationalities | 36% |
Age of students
| Percentage of students | |
|---|---|
| 1-18 years | 2.020202020202% |
| 18-24 years | 70.707070707071% |
| 25-34 years | 20.20202020202% |
| 35-50 years | 5.0505050505051% |
| >50 years | 2.020202020202% |
- Minimum age of students
- 16 years
- Average number of levels
- Adult courses In summer: 5Adult courses Throughout the year: 5
- Average age of students
- In summer: 23 yearsThroughout the year: 23 years
Information for all courses offered by OHC English
- Lesson duration
- 60 minutes
- School's administrative fee
- A$250
- Comments about courses
Materials fee:
1 to 10 weeks: AUD 130.
11 to 20 weeks: AUD 220.
21 to 30 weeks: AUD 260.
31+ weeks: AUD 300.
Enrolment fee:
Student Visa: AUD 250.
Tourist/Working Holiday Visa: AUD 100.
Under 18 fee:
Care provision arrangement: AUD 280.
Weekly care provision weekly: AUD 65.
Extra fees:- Overseas Health Care Cover: AUD 65 per month.
- Change of campus/course: AUD 220.
- Homestay Inspection Fee (U18): AUD 330.
- Overseas Health Care Cover: AUD 65 per month.
- Individual classes
- Single individual lessons of tuition can be reserved at 100 AU$. The combination of group and individual lessons is highly recommended. Individual lessons will encourage you to actively speak the foreign language and will offer you the opportunity to discuss individual problems and weaknesses.
- Days without class
- In 2026 (including national and regional bank holidays):
01 Jan 2026 - 04 Jan 2026, 26 Jan 2026, 03 Apr 2026, 04 Apr 2026, 05 Apr 2026, 06 Apr 2026, 25 Apr 2026, 08 Jun 2026, 05 Oct 2026, 21 Dec 2026 - 31 Dec 2026.In 2027 (including national and regional bank holidays):
01 Jan 2027 - 04 Jan 2027, 26 Jan 2027, 03 Apr 2027, 04 Apr 2027, 05 Apr 2027, 06 Apr 2027, 25 Apr 2027, 08 Jun 2027, 05 Oct 2027, 21 Dec 2027 - 31 Dec 2027.If a bank holiday falls on a weekday there is no refund nor are missed lessons recuperated. This is the case for the majority of language schools. - Level test
- A test to assess your exact language level takes place at the school on the first day of the course.
Lessons needed per English language level
The data above gives some guidance. For more details consult our page How long does it take to learn a language or reach a specific level.
Leisure activities
Examples of leisure activities organized by the school
Adults - Free activities
- Quiz night, Treasure hunt, Football, Card games.
Adults - Paid activities
- Pizza night, Excursions, Crazy Golf.
Accommodation
Homestay 
In high demand!
1 rating Single room, Half board on weekdays, Full board on weekends 
Shared bathroom
from
A$385/ week Show more
Homestay
In high demand!
1 rating
Single room, Half board on weekdays, Full board on weekends
Shared bathroom
from
A$385/ week
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| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week | One-time fee (charged by school) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in A$ | -- | -- | -- | 1540 | 1925 | 2310 | 2695 | 3080 | 3850 | 4620 | 385 | 420 |
| Price in US$ | 1,087 | 1,359 | 1,630 | 1,902 | 2,173 | 2,717 | 3,260 | 272 | 297 |
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week |
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| Price in US$ | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Minimum stay: 4 weeks
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per person
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per person
This accommodation option includes airport pickup.
- Check-in
- Sunday
- Check-out
- Saturday
Note: It is important to inform the school if you plan to arrive or leave outside the standard check in/check out times.
- One-time fee
- The school/accommodation provider will charge a non-refundable one-time fee of 420AU$.
- Price extra night
- A$100 (Individual extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price)
- Room Occupancy
- Single room
- Includes
- Towels, Bedding/linen, Access to Wifi in building (supplement fee), Shared bathroom.
- Meals
- Half board on weekdays, Full board on weekends.
- Minimum age of students
- 19
- Maximum age of students
- 1
- Dates
- High season dates: 21 Oct 2026 - 31 Dec 2026
- High season
- High season supplement per week: 50 AU$
Homestay
1 rating Double room (only for 2 people travelling together), Half board on weekdays, Full board on weekends
Shared bathroom
from
A$355/ week Show more
Homestay
1 rating
Double room (only for 2 people travelling together), Half board on weekdays, Full board on weekends
Shared bathroom
from
A$355/ week
Show more
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week | One-time fee (charged by school) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in A$ | -- | -- | -- | 1420 | 1775 | 2130 | 2485 | 2840 | 3550 | 4260 | 355 | 420 |
| Price in US$ | 1,002 | 1,253 | 1,503 | 1,754 | 2,004 | 2,505 | 3,006 | 251 | 297 |
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in A$ | |||||||||||
| Price in US$ | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Minimum stay: 4 weeks
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per room
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per room
This accommodation option includes airport pickup.
- Check-in
- Sunday
- Check-out
- Saturday
Note: It is important to inform the school if you plan to arrive or leave outside the standard check in/check out times.
- One-time fee
- The school/accommodation provider will charge a non-refundable one-time fee of 420AU$.
- Price extra night
- A$100 (Individual extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price)
- Room Occupancy
- Double room (only for 2 people travelling together)
- Includes
- Towels, Bedding/linen, Access to Wifi in building (supplement fee), Shared bathroom.
- Meals
- Half board on weekdays, Full board on weekends.
- Minimum age of students
- 18
- Dates
- High season dates: 21 Dec 2026 - 31 Dec 2026
- High season
- High season supplement per week: 50 AU$
Homestay - Under 18 Single room, Breakfast, lunch & dinner
Shared bathroom
from
A$420/ week Show more
Homestay - Under 18
Single room, Breakfast, lunch & dinner
Shared bathroom
from
A$420/ week
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| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week | One-time fee (charged by school) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in A$ | -- | -- | -- | 1680 | 2100 | 2520 | 2940 | 3360 | 4200 | 5040 | 420 | 420 |
| Price in US$ | 1,186 | 1,482 | 1,778 | 2,075 | 2,371 | 2,964 | 3,556 | 297 | 297 |
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in A$ | |||||||||||
| Price in US$ | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Minimum stay: 4 weeks
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per person
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per person
This accommodation option includes airport pickup.
- Check-in
- Sunday
- Check-out
- Saturday
Note: It is important to inform the school if you plan to arrive or leave outside the standard check in/check out times.
- One-time fee
- The school/accommodation provider will charge a non-refundable one-time fee of 420AU$.
- Price extra night
- A$100 (Individual extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price)
- Room Occupancy
- Single room
- Includes
- Towels, Bedding/linen, Access to Wifi in building (supplement fee), Shared bathroom.
- Meals
- Breakfast, lunch & dinner.
- Minimum age of students
- 16
- Maximum age of students
- 17
- Dates
- High season dates: 21 Dec 2026 - 31 Dec 2026
- High season
- High season supplement per week: 50 AU$
FAQ about OHC English, Cairns
What is the best price for a course at Oxford House College, Cairns?
“English courses at Oxford House College start at 319 AU$ for a General English Core course with 15 lessons per week. When booking here you benefit from an exclusive discount.”
What is the most popular accommodation offered by Oxford House College?
“The accommodation Homestay is the most popular among all our clients of Oxford House College”
Which countries are students of OHC English from?
“The highest Nationality percentage at OHC English comes from Japan with a 29% representation, followed by students from Thailand (18%) and Brazil (12%).”
OHC English offers courses for which ages?
“OHC English offers courses from 16 years to 99. The average age is 23 during the summer and 23 the rest of the year.”
Terms of OHC English
- First day of course
- Written and oral level test is performed. Students should arrive at 8:30
- Payment methods accepted for payments made directly to the school
- Legal name/parent company
- Oxford House (Holdings) Limited | Tax registration ID: 2701035
Visa Documents
You can travel and study a language course for a limited number of hours a week just applying for the visa waiver programme online.
Check visa requirements for nationals from other countries.
Nationals from countries that require a visa will receive documents from the school, related to booking confirmation, which is required for the visa application.
- School fee for issuing the visa documents:
- 2000 AU$
- Full payment of all fees required before school dispatches documents required for visa application
- Yes
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