Gender:

Primary (Years 1 to 5) – co-education

Years 6 to 12 – boys

School Type:

Day and Boarding School

Religion/ Church:

Anglican – all denominations and faiths are welcomed

Year of Establishment:

1894

Number of Students:

623 (from Kindergarten to Year 12)

Number of International Students:

26

Entry Level / Programs available for International Students:

On-site Intensive English Language Support and Class Readiness program for entry into the School Certificate course.

ESL as an Higher School Certificate Course

Date of Entry for International Students:

Primary and Years 7 to 10 – All year around

Year 11 – Recommended entry date is start of the Preliminary course i.e. Term 1.

Year 12 – Direct entry only if transferring from another Australian school and already satisfactorily completed the Preliminary Course.

Accommodation Arrangement:

School Boarding

Special Support to International Students:

• Free airport pick-up and reception service

• Free accommodation assistance service for families accompanying students on arrival

• Student orientation and cultural program

• Free confidential counselling service to help with study and personal matters.

• Free study support – English Language support and class readiness on arrival and concurrent English Language assistance is offered for students in mainstream courses.

• Free additional tutorial support in HSC subjects

• Social Activities – a great way to meet fellow international and Australian students and make lots of new friends.

• Modern accommodation facilities

• Boarding supervision by resident staff experienced in counselling and pastoral care

• On campus medical facilities with qualified nurse always on hand to provide medical advice and treatment

• Individual help with visa (including renewal), medical insurance, banking and the postal system

• Careers advice and advice on further study opportunities

• Religious Facilities – Christianity, all faiths welcome

• Sporting facilities – Gym, in-door swimming pool, Team sports, variety of clubs

School Highlights:

• Intensive English language teaching with specialist IELTS accredited teachers.

• First class facilities including a state of the art creative arts centre, indoor pool and gym, playing fields, technology centre and beautiful grounds.

• 1:1 laptop program from Year 3 to Year 12.

• SpecialistMiddle School, including Middle School boarding, for Years 6 to 8.

• Specialist HSC tutoring.

• Highly regarded outdoor education and sporting programs.

• Strong international links through membership of theRound Squareprogram.

• Strong links to theUniversityofNew English, including participation in the School Recommendation Scheme for early entry.

Address:

Douglas Street, Locked Bag 3003. Armidale NSW 2350Australia

Website:

www.as.edu.au

CRICOS Provider Code:

02285K