international students | living in Australia

Accommodation

Homestay accommodation is available in family homes in the local area. This is provided through an agency which has 200 quality, insured and inspected family homes.

Living in Australia

Prospective international students are advised that living conditions in Australia are generally very good. Living standards in Sydney are very high and basic things, such as drinking water from the tap and power supplies, are safe and continuous and air quality is good to excellent on most days. Medical support is readily available, telecommunications systems are expensive compared to most countries but there is easy access to a variety of hardware, plans and unfettered internet. Australia has a stable political system with great traditions and a modern approach to law and order. Government offices and officials are generally helpful and courteous, there is little corruption, an open and uncontrolled media, Police are firm but fair and with the Australian Defence Force provide strong national security and a very safe place to live.

There are excellent banking and postal facilities (not on weekends!) and wonderful shopping all week long and some supermarkets are open 24 hrs a day all within easy reach of Pittwater House.

Australia is home to great sports opportunities for everyone and this is reflected in schools and communities across the continent. There are excellent cultural and entertainment activities, many free. Sydney boasts many library, gallery, concert and theatre venues and regular music, drama and arts activities daily.

The many educational options provide prospective students with ambition a myriad of choices. The School provides career and tertiary education advice to all senior pupils.

Cost of living - expect to spend $20,000 pa on a combination of accommodation, travel, food and entertainment.

Dependants

All students attending Pittwater House are of school-age and would not have school-age dependents. However if parents are accompanying their young child to provide parental care during their schooling in Sydney they are advised to seek consular assistance in obtaining a Supporting Parent Visa.