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Adelaide
Australia
- Mediterranean climate: hot, dry summers (December to February), mild, rainier winters (June to August).
- Adelaide Airport (ADL), a few kilometres from the city centre; connections via the major Australian hubs.
- 1 school
Adelaide, the capital of South Australia, is a relaxed, airy city on a human scale. With its beaches, parks, vineyards and festivals, it is a laid-back place to study English, far from the bustle of the country's biggest cities.
Adelaide: 1 school. Homestay accounts for 47% of a 4-week budget on average. Last check of this page's rates: November 9, 2026.
Adelaide Airport is a few kilometres from the city centre and is linked to it by buses and taxis. From the airport, allow a short journey to reach the business district, where most of the schools and shops are. To reach Australia, you usually go through a major hub in the country before flying on to Adelaide; this choice is made when you build your quote, depending on your dates.
Why choose Adelaide to learn English?
Adelaide is the capital of the state of South Australia. Its compact centre, large parks and seafront make it one of the most pleasant cities to live in in the country. It welcomes many international students and hosts well-known festivals, such as the Fringe in February and March. The climate is Mediterranean, with hot, dry summers and mild, rainy winters.
Day to day, the city centre brings together shops, cafés and restaurants around Rundle Mall, the main pedestrian street. The Central Market, the big covered market downtown, is where people do their shopping and grab a quick lunch. The parks around the centre, the banks of the River Torrens and the nearby beaches of Glenelg and Henley invite you outdoors as soon as classes end. At weekends, people happily head for the hills, the vineyards or Kangaroo Island, all within reach for a day trip or a short break.
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Adelaide at a glance
The city is lived on a human scale: a centre you can cross on foot in a few minutes, quiet residential neighbourhoods, a tram that runs down to Glenelg beach and parks on every corner. It is a safe, relaxed place to live, popular with students who want to concentrate on their learning without giving up on going out.
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Getting around is simple: the centre is easy to cover on foot, and a network of buses, trams and trains serves the outskirts. The cost of living is generally considered more moderate than in Australia's very large cities. Between the morning or afternoon classes, there is time left for sport, the beaches and group activities.
Adelaide's cultural life sets the rhythm of the year: arts and music festivals, exhibitions at the Art Gallery of South Australia, concerts, sporting events and farmers' markets. The mix of world cuisines, regional wines and local produce is part of the experience too. Nature lovers can enjoy the trails of the Adelaide Hills and the beaches of the gulf.
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The map below shows central Adelaide, laid out on a grid and surrounded by parks, and the main landmarks for getting around. It also shows where the schools we offer are located.
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Shops are open all week in the centre, and there are plenty of supermarkets around the business district. Public transport works with a rechargeable card, which makes weekday journeys easier. Healthcare services and banks are right next to the centre.
On a language stay, people most often live with a host family, in a residential neighbourhood linked to the centre by public transport. This setting lets you practise English every day and discover local life. The accommodation conditions of each school are detailed in its quote.
Experiences not to be missed: an afternoon at Glenelg, the Central Market, a tasting in the region's vineyards and a trip to Kangaroo Island to see the local wildlife. The schools also organise social activities that let you meet other students.
Frequently asked questions
How much does a language stay in Adelaide cost?
A 4-week stay in Adelaide costs from 4,160.00 AUD (≈ 2,591 EUR) depending on the school: standard course, accommodation and compulsory fees included, outside peak season, excluding flights and transfers. A host family can be booked from 4 weeks: for a shorter stay, the accommodation price is given on quote.
Where can I stay during a language course in Adelaide?
On a language stay, people most often live with a host family, in a residential neighbourhood linked to the centre by public transport. This setting lets you practise English every day and discover local life. The accommodation conditions of each school are detailed in its quote.
How do I get to Adelaide and get around?
Adelaide Airport is a few kilometres from the city centre and is linked to it by buses and taxis. From the airport, allow a short journey to reach the business district, where most of the schools and shops are. To reach Australia, you usually go through a major hub in the country before flying on to Adelaide; this choice is made when you build your quote, depending on your dates.
Getting around is simple: the centre is easy to cover on foot, and a network of buses, trams and trains serves the outskirts. The cost of living is generally considered more moderate than in Australia's very large cities. Between the morning or afternoon classes, there is time left for sport, the beaches and group activities.
For visas, travel authorisation and the right to work, see our page Language courses in Australia.