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Foundation for entry into Primary School Year 3 to Year 6
Language Ready. School Ready
The International Primary Preparation Course
(CRICOS: 049712G) is a face-to-face course designed to prepare students for Year 3 to Year 6 of Primary School in Australia. Our course is designed to provide international students with the language and academic skills they need to succeed in an English-speaking primary school environment. Students are taught totally in English for all subjects, including reading, writing, mathematics, science, and social studies. Our experienced teachers use engaging materials and interactive activities to make learning fun and effective. Classes are held for five and a half hours per day from Monday to Friday, allowing students to fully immerse themselves in their studies. With our primary preparation course, students can feel confident and well-prepared as you embark on your primary school journey in Australia. Contact us to experience the award-winning JPIC education and our unique approach to primary school preparation.
Primary Preparation Program
English
| Our curriculum is designed to develop students' communicative competence and academic language skills through a blended learning approach that integrates technology and real-world tasks. Students study topics and themes that are relevant to their lives and learning, so that they are fully prepared to enter Australian Primary School upon completion of the program. |
Mathematics & Science
The Mathematics and Science curricula prepare students with vocabulary and conceptual knowledge for success in mainstream. Students are encouraged to use their developing English skills to negotiate problems and gain linguistic independence
Language Development Stage
Stage 1: Basic Language Development
This part of the course focuses on Basic Functions, Notions, Structures and Genres. The students learning outcomes include classroom participation, learning strategies and conceptual development. Students competency is also checked in the four macroskills of listening, speaking, reading and writing.
Stage 2: Task Driven Language Development
In this part of the course, students are more task driven, with the theme forming the basis for a project or area of study. The themes include:
- Time Continuity and Change
- Place & Space
- Culture & Identity
This stage also extends on the development of the language from Stage 1.
Enrolment intakes
JPIC Primary School Preparation Course is open for enrollment to primary students between the ages of 9 to 12 years throughout the year.
- Term 1 (January)
- Term 2 (April)
- Term 3 (July)
- Term 4 (October)
Academic Calendar Year
Monday |
23 January 2023
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Term 1 - 2023 Commences |
Friday | 31 March 2023 | Term 1 - 2023 Concludes |
Term 2 - 2023 |
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Tuesday
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18 April 2023 |
Term 2 - 2023 Commences |
Tuesday | 25 April 2023
| Anzac Day Public Holiday
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Monday | 01 May 2023
| Labour Day Public Holiday
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Friday | 16 June 2023 | Term 2 - 2023 Concludes |
Term 3 - 2023 |
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Tuesday |
11 July 2023 |
Term 3 - 2023 Commences |
Monday
| 14 August 2023
| EKKA Public Holiday (Logan City)
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Friday
| 15 September 2023
| Term 3 - 2023 Concludes |
Term 4 - 2022 |
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Monday | 02 October 2023 | Queen's Birthday Public Holiday
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Tuesday |
03 October 2023 |
Term 4 - 2023 Commences |
Friday | 24 November 2023
| Term 4 - 2023 Concludes |
Primary Preparation Entry Requirements
(CRICOS: 049712G)
Students who do not meet direct entry requirements can study English with John Paul International College. The table below is a guideline of English language levels at John Paul International College. Students do not need a result from the below institution to apply.
Academic Requirements
International Primary Preparation Course
(CRICOS: 049712G) | Applicants must demonstrate they have passed all core subjects in their previous two years of schooling. |
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English Language Requirements
Direct Entry to John Paul College Primary School
An enrolment is determined through a combination of English results, school reports and the interview.
Students who do not meet direct entry requirements for the John Paul College can study English with John Paul International College. In addition to the English language requirements below, the two most recent report cards and an interview with a Head of School are required. Applicants must also demonstrate they have passed all core subjects in their previous two years of schooling.
Academic Requirements
Primary School - Year Two to Year Six
(CRICOS: 010139J) | Applicants must demonstrate they have passed all core subjects in their previous two years of schooling. |
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Primary School - Prep and Year One
(CRICOS: 010139J) | Subject to the interview with Primary School.
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English Language Requirements
Primary School - Year Six
(CRICOS: 010139J) | B1 | 45+ (PS Test) | A2 Flyers 5 Shields in each skill | N/A |
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Primary School - Year Five
(CRICOS: 010139J) | B1 | 45+ (PS Test) | A2 Flyers 5 Shields in each skill | N/A |
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Primary School - Year Four
(CRICOS: 010139J) | B1 | 40+ (PS Test) | A2 Flyers 4 Shields in each skill | N/A |
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Primary School - Year Three
(CRICOS: 010139J) | A2
| 35+ (PS Test)
| A1 Movers 5 Shields in each skill | N/A |
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Tuition Fees
*All fees are quoted in Australian Dollars, are current at the time of printing and may be subject to changes. If the tuition fees are increased you will be required to pay the new fees as they are updated.
Tuition fees for the school year are charged in two (2) installment in January and July and are payable within 14 days of billing.
GST: Most of the College's fees and charges are not subject to the Goods and Services Tax [GST]. Any GST included in charges is specifically identified on the account when rendered.
Students will not be permitted to commence or continue their course at the beginning of any term until all outstanding fees, charges or accounts are paid. No certificates/reports will be issued where a student has an outstanding debt owing to the College