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Living in Australia

AngliSchools International owns schools in three Australian states: 

  • Western Australia (12 schools) 
  • Victoria (3 schools) 
  • New South Wales (1 school) 

Living in Australia
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Western Australia

Western Australia is the largest Australian state. Ten of our schools are located in the city of Perth, the state capital. Perth is a beautiful city that is surrounded by suburbs that stretch across a vast coastal plain, fringed by the ocean and the hills. Did you know that Perth is: – the capital of the largest state in Australia? – home to over two million people? – famous for its beaches, clean air and sunny days? – the fastest growing state capital in Australia? We also have schools located in rural areas, including Busselton and Esperance in the south-west of Western Australia. Wherever you are based, warm weather and clean air means that you can enjoy a year-round outdoor lifestyle and explore the natural beauty and attractions that the state of Western Australia has to offer!
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Victoria

Victoria’s diverse landscape includes snow-capped mountains, vast seashores and charming towns. The state capital,  Melbourne, is a safe and vibrant city with excellent culture, environment and infrastructure as well as a wide range of study options and services.  Did you know that Melbourne is: – consistently rated in the world’s most liveable cities? – home to nearly five million people? – famous for its laneways and culture?  Our schools in Victoria are located in the regional cities of Cobram, Shepparton and Wangaratta. These are well-serviced, contemporary cities that are student and family friendly. They offer both a relaxed lifestyle and world-class education. These cities often have lower housing costs, active community and sports organisations, easy access to natural attractions and multiple transport options for visits to Melbourne and other parts of Victoria. 
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New South Wales 

New South Wales is home to world-class schools, universities, research organisations and vocational education and training institutions. Sydney, the state capital, is perhaps the Australian city that is most easily recognised, with its iconic landmarks, including the Sydney Harbour Bridge and Opera House.  Did you know Sydney is:  – a city with a large proportion of its population born overseas? – famous for its coastal beaches, including Bondi? – located within a short drive of stunning wilderness areas and national parks?  Our school in New South Wales is located in Albury, a large city in a charming, regional setting. The city is modern, safe and student-friendly. You can fly directly to Albury from Melbourne, Sydney or the Gold Coast.  

Accomodation Options

If you live with a parent or a legal guardian while you are under the age of 18, they provide accommodation, support and welfare for you. The Department of Home Affairs is responsible for approving this visa arrangement, not AngliSchools International. If your parent or legal guardian is initially not living in Australia, they can apply for a Student Guardian Visa.  

For more information, please visit the Department of Home Affairs web site:
Immigration and citizenship 

If you live with a blood relative over 21 years of age while you are under the age of 18, they provide accommodation, support and welfare for you.  They must be eligible to stay in Australia until you turn 18 or your visa expires. They must also be of good character.  

The Department of Home Affairs is responsible for approving this visa arrangement, not AngliSchools International.  

The Department of Home Affairs considers the following relatives as appropriate carers: 

  • Brother or sister 
  • Step-brother or step-sister 
  • Step-parent 
  • Grandparent 
  • Step-grandparent 
  • Aunt or uncle 
  • Step-aunt or step-uncle 
  • Niece or nephew 
  • Step-niece or step-nephew 

Your relative must be nominated by completing the Student guardianship arrangements form (Form 157N). Your parent or legal guardian will need to give their permission for this arrangement. 

If your relative is initially not living in Australia, they can apply to the Department of Home Affairs for an appropriate visa.   

For more information, please visit the Department of Home Affairs web site:
Immigration and citizenship 

If you live in a homestay while you are under the age of 18, they provide accommodation and care for you. AngliSchools International works with the Australian Homestay Network (AHN) to provide quality and caring homestay for our international students.  Living with a local, Australian family provides a wonderful immersive learning experience for students and hosts alike. AHN completes host background checks and offers airport transfer services and a 24/7 emergency support line. 

AHN’s Complete Homestay Package includes:  

  • A clean and tidy home 
  • An inclusive and supportive family environment 
  • A private furnished bedroom with study desk 
  • Bed linen and towels 
  • Three meals per day (breakfast, lunch and dinner), 7 days per week 
  • Wifi (for study purposes only) 
  • Utilities (i.e. electricity, gas and water) 
  • Laundry facilities 
  • Ongoing welfare checks 

Student wellbeing is our priority. Our Student Services and Homestay Coordinator works closely with AHN to ensure students feel safe and supported. If Homestay is your preferred accommodation option, you can indicate this on your Application Form.  

Please note:  

  • You are required to register your information in AHN database before AngliSchools International can issue you with a Confirmation of Appropriate Accommodation and Welfare (CAAW) letter 
  • Students who have been issued with a CAAW are required to advise AngliSchools International of their holiday and weekend arrangements each term by completing the Request to vary welfare arrangements form. The student must complete and submit the form at least two weeks in advance. Students cannot stay overnight anywhere without prior approval. 
  • Our Homestay program is not available to students who are undertaking Primary School  
  • If your child has specific dietary requirements, extra fees may be charged 
  • Room holding fees are payable when the student is not residing in the home for longer than 7 consecutive days.  

For more information, please contact our Student Services and Homestay Coordinator.  

If you live with a parent nominated host while you are under the age of 18, they provide accommodation, support and welfare for you. The parent nominated host must be over 21 years of age, an Australian citizen, registered with AHN and demonstrate a long-standing relationship with the family. Parent nominated hosts will be required to undergo the same accreditation processes as any other host family.  

Please note: 

A Confirmation of Appropriate Accommodation and Welfare (CAAW) letter cannot be issued until the parent nominated host’s application is finalised.  

For more information, please contact our Student Services and Homestay Coordinator via: 

[email protected] 

living in australia

Student Welfare

‘Our commitment to the wellbeing of our students ensures that we are with them every step of the way. From orientation, through their academic journey, to graduation, my primary role is to ensure that our international students are well supported in every respect.’  

Mr Leigh MacPherson  – Student Services and Homestay Coordinator 

Before you arrive 

Even before you leave home, we will reach out with pre-departure information to ensure that you are fully prepared for the journey that you are about to undertake! You may be feeling a mix of excitement and nerves – and that’s completely normal! We will provide information and key contacts to help ensure that your transition to Australia is as smooth as possible. 

When you arrive 

Welcome to Australia! We can arrange a transfer from the airport to your accommodation, if required. If you are heading for a homestay, your hosts have been trained to provide you with the support you need to help you settle in. We will invite you to our Orientation Day when you can meet the members of our team who will support your journey, as well as other international students. We will also conduct a Cultural Immersion Program that will introduce you to life in Australia. This will help you to adjust to your new surroundings and ensure that you are feeling comfortable, safe and secure at all times! 

After arrival 

Your school will be expecting you and will be looking forward to meeting you! Each of our schools is welcoming and inclusive, and has successfully hosted other international students in the past. We will make sure that you have everything you need to get started in your new school. Our Student Services and Homestay Coordinator will visit you regularly throughout each term to ensure that you are feeling settled and that you are making progress in your studies. You are welcome to reach out to us at any time to discuss any issues or concerns that you may have. It is important to know that help is here whenever you need it and that you are never alone. 

become a host family

‘Hosting is one of the best things I have done. My children have made so many friends from hosting international students over the years. We have really enjoyed the process and highly recommend it!’  – TL Wee 

Homestay hosts play a critical role in enabling international students to pursue educational opportunities in Australia. AngliSchools International works with the Australian Homestay Network (AHN) to provide students with a range of homestay options, including both short and long-term stays.  

We are always interested in hearing from potential hosts. Your home will be an environment where students feel safe, supported and included. Hosts come from a variety of cultural backgrounds and have different family compositions. Hosts can be singles, couples, families, single-parent families, empty nesters, etc. What’s important is the host’s ability to provide a positive homestay experience for international students.  

AHN will help to match the right student to the right host. If you are interested in becoming a host family with AHN, then please apply via the online link below: 

Apply Here