South Australian Government Schools are accredited to deliver quality international student programs to primary school students studying abroad in South Australia. Study in a South Australian government school and you will learn English, receive a good education and live in a friendly community. Choose to study in a South Australian government school and you will receive the care and support you need to succeed in your studies.
Choose the best international program for you:
| What is your focus? |
What age group are you?
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How long do you want to study for?
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Select your program! |
| Cultural experience in metropolitan Adelaide |
5 to 12 years of age
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1 to 4 terms |
Primary School Study Abroad Program |
| Academic program with the intention of graduating primary school in South Australia |
5 to 12 years of age
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Over 1 year, up to 8 years
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Primary School Program |
| I am a high school student |
13 to 18 years of age |
From 1 term, up to 5 years |
High School |
Please ensure you read the Terms and Conditions of Enrolment.
Are you an international tertiary student studying in South Australia with school-aged children?
If you are an international tertiary student or scholarship holder wishing to study in South Australia and have school-aged children, you will need to enrol them as Dependants.
Program enrolment process
Please use the following as a guide for enrolling in a South Australian government school.
The enrolment process may differ slightly for some countries.
Step 1: Contact an education agent if you would like assistance with your application.
Step 2: Submit the student application form in English and provide the required documentation.
Step 3: Your application will be assessed and if accepted, you will be sent a Letter of Offer.
Step 4: Return the Acceptance of Offer form and arrange a payment of fees as indicated in your Letter of Offer.
Step 5: You will be sent a Confirmation of Enrolment (COE), Letter of Confirmation and Confirmation of Appropriate Accommodation and Welfare (CAAW) letter. Students on a Tourist Visa do not require a COE or CAAW letter.
Step 6: Lodge your visa application with the Australian Embassy in your home country.
Step 7: Book your flights to Adelaide, South Australia and advise us of your flight details. You will receive a Pre-Departure Pack to help prepare for your trip.
Step 8: On arrival in Adelaide, you will be met at Adelaide Airport and introduced to your homestay family. Your agent or parents will be notified of your safe arrival.
Living in Adelaide
As a young primary school student you will travel to South Australia and live with your parent or nominated relative. If you nominate to live with a relative, please ensure that they are a 'blood' relative as defined by the Department of Immigration and Citizenship (DIAC). A 'blood' relative is a parent, sibling, step-sibling, grandparent, aunt, uncle, step-grandparent, step-aunt or step-uncle. South Australian Government Schools requires that your nominated relative be over 25 years of age.
If you are over 12 years of age and you nominate to live with a family friend or a 'non-blood' relative, South Australian Government Schools requires that they be over 25 years of age and accredited as a nominated homestay.
South Australian Government Schools support all parents and guardians of international primary school students with information sessions and social networking events.
To find accommodation in South Australia near your school, www.realestate.com.au is a good place to start.
Age entry conditions
If you are 5 years of age, you can commence your studies in the:
- Primary School Program, if you are listed on your parent's guardian visa (subclass 580) or if your parent is studying English on an ELICOS visa (subclass 570)
- Primary School Study Abroad Program, if you have a tourist visa
If you are 6 years of age or older, you will need to apply for a student visa (subclass 571).
Support services
South Australian Government Schools want to help you succeed in your studies and enjoy your life in South Australia. We will assist you with ongoing support, including:
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orientation information for your parent providing information about:
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orientation program
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ongoing English as a Second Language (ESL) support
- regular communication with your agent/parents
- monitoring of your progress in school
- personal counselling
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24 hour emergency phone service
Fees and start dates
You can choose the year you plan to commence your studies and the costs involved by viewing the program fees and start dates.
About our primary school system in South Australia:
| Year levels |
Academic year |
School hours |
Uniform |
| Reception |
Late January to mid December
Semester 1: terms 1 and 2
Semester 2: terms 3 and 4
Approximately 10 weeks in each term followed by holidays |
Monday to Friday
8.30am to 3.30pm in most schools |
Each school has their own uniform requirements. |
| Year 1 |
| Year 2 |
| Year 3 |
| Year 4 |
| Year 5 |
| Year 6 |
| Year 7 |
A typical school day in a South Australian government primary school
8.30am: Arrive at school. Home group for attendance and daily notices
8.45am – 10.45am: Lessons such as English and Physical Education
10.45am: Recess (a short break for a drink and snack)
11.00am – 12.45pm: Lessons such as Art and Mathematics
12.45pm: Lunch (time to eat lunch and play with your friends)
1.30pm – 3.15pm: Lessons such as Music and Science
3.15pm: School finishes. Some students are involved in after school sports.
Studying abroad in South Australian Government Schools will help you achieve your academic and personal aspirations.