Group Programs

Holiday Programs
Suitable for all ages. Includes English Study, Tourist attractions and sightseeing tours.

High School Programs
Suitable for students aged 13 to 17. Includes English study, Tourist attractions, Volunteer trips and cultural and historic tours.

Seniors Programs Specially designed for students aged 50+. Includes English study, Tourist attractions, socialising with Australian seniors and sightseeing.

University and Higher Education Programs Suitable for Senior High School and University students. Includes English Study, Major University tours, socialising with Australian University Students.

Internship Programs Suitable for University and Working students. Includes English Study, Work experience and some sight seeing.

International Testing Systems Suitable for all ages. Includes study in the areas of TOEIC, TOEFL, IELTS or Cambridge testing systems.

These programs can be combined to suit your specific needs. Tell us what you want and we will design a tour especially for you and your students.

Tuition

• We always employ trained and experienced teachers who enjoy the holiday course teaching style.
• Our lessons are designed for each individual tour, according to the language needs of the students.
• The students will learn English they can use in the homestay and during the afternoon activities.

Activities

• Afternoon activities can be Educational, Cultural and Adventurous ....and they're full of FUN!
• We have local inexpensive trips as well as trips to Theme Parks and other parts of Queensland.
• We can arrange any activity you want. Volunteering, company visits or special sports such as scuba diving.
  You name it, we can do it!

Homestay

• All our Homestay Families have been interviewed by Shafston staff and their homes inspected to make sure they are clean and comfortable.
• All Homestay Families must have a police check before being registered with Shafston.
• We select families who show an interest in other cultures and who enjoy communicating with international visitors.
• Students can stay with their friend in the Homestay or they can share with another international student. We recommend students with a low level of English stay with a friend so they can help each other in communicating with the Homestay family. Higher level students can share with another international student and they can practice their English together.
• Homestay families provide;
  • 3 meals per day.
  • Transportation to and from the college.
  • A warm and friendly environment where they will involve the student in the family through communication and friendship.

Shafston University Mansions Accommodation

• Perfect for the chaperones, teachers, parents and other accompanying adults.
• Self contained, Twin Share or Private rooms located on-campus.
  (Students must be 18 or over is unaccompanied).
• Guests have full use of the Gymnasium and Common Room.
• Meals can be included from Monday to Friday.

Sample Activities

Program for Groups
Shafston Study Tours offers specially designed itineraries for groups of students.

To receive a quotation simply email, fax or call Shafston with details of your tour. Please tell us the following:

• approximate number of students;
• approximate arrival and departure dates;
• the age group; and
• special requests or interests of the group.

You will receive a quotation with your requested itinerary. Please contact Shafston Study Tours for further information and a Shafston Study Tours brochure.

‘Summer Camp’ for Individuals.

Shafston ‘Summer Camp’ is designed for individual students wishing to undertake English tuition and be involved in a range of cultural, social and recreational activities. The Summer Camp is open every year in January, February, July and August. Please contact Shafston Study Tours for further information.

Sample Holiday Program Itinerary