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International Student Entry Requirements
Most overseas students require English Language Intensive Courses for Overseas Students (ELICOS) before commencing their studies in an Australian school. There are several reputable language colleges on the Gold Coast that we are happy to recommend for school-aged students.
Minimum English Language Requirements
Based on NLLIA / IETLS bandscales and assessment by King’s Christian College staff, a guide for minimum English language requirements enabling a student to gain direct entry to mainstream classes would be as follows:
| Entry Level | NLLIA | IELTS | CEFR | IDAT |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Prep - Year 3 |
Level 3 |
N/A |
A2 |
Classroom Ready |
Years 4 - 6 |
Level 4 |
N/A |
A2+ |
Classroom Ready |
Years 7 - 9 |
Level 5 |
5.0 |
B1 |
Classroom Ready |
Year 10 |
Level 5+ |
5.5 |
B1+ |
Classroom Ready |
Year 11-12 |
Level 5+ |
6.0 |
B2 |
Classroom Ready |
- 'IELTS' means IELTS Academic. The stated score is the minimum overall score; the College may specify minimum component scores where necessary.
- These are separate assessment frameworks. Results are considered against the relevant table and are not automatically converted from one framework to the other.
- All results must come from an assessment source accepted by the College and must provide sufficient evidence across the relevant language skills.
- Where results are borderline, inconsistent, incomplete or not age-appropriate, the College may require an IDAT, NLLIA or another school-approved assessment.
Existing English Proficiency
Some students may already demonstrate sufficient English skills. In these cases, applicants are encouraged to complete a recognised English test and submit their results with their enrolment application.
English Test Resources
For further information on English proficiency tests, please refer to the following resources:
