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ACT Government
Education and Training Directorate
2016 Application Form
Long Term Mainstream Schooling
CRICOS Registration Number: 00643J
Refund Policy
The ACT Government Education and Training Directorate (the Directorate) refund policy is outlined in Section 13 of this form.
Please ensure that you read and understand the conditions of this policy by signing in Section 23 – Declaration.
Please print clearly in English using BLOCK LETTERS. Tick  boxes where appropriate.
‘The applicant’ refers to the student applying for study. If the applicant is under the age of 18, a parent or guardian must
complete and sign this application form on behalf of the applicant.
1.
Student Details
Family name:
Given name(s):
Date of birth (DD/MM/YYYY):
Male
Country of birth:
Female
Nationality:
Passport number:
City and country where the student visa application will be the lodged?
2.
Parents’ Details
Father’s family name:
Mobile number:
Father’s given name(s):
Email:
Will the child’s father be living in Australia?
Yes
No
Primary visa applicant?
Yes
Father’s passport number:
Country of issue:
Visa subclass (3-digit number):
Visa expiry date (DD/MM/YYYY):
Mother’s family name:
Mobile number:
Mother’s given name(s):
Email:
Will the child’s mother be living in Australia?
Yes
No
Primary visa applicant?
Yes
Mother’s passport number:
Country of issue:
Visa subclass (3-digit number ):
Visa expiry date (DD/MM/YYYY):
No
No
Residential Address in Australia (no PO Box allowed):
Contact telephone:
Fax:
Full address in home country (mandatory):
Home phone number:
The ACT Government Education and Training Directorate (the Directorate) is collecting the information on this form to enable it to enrol students from overseas in the ACT Government school system. This is
authorised by section 8 of the Education Act 2004 (ACT). The Directorate usually gives some or all of this information to:
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Commonwealth Department of Immigration and Border Protection (DIBP)
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Minister for Education and Training
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Commonwealth Department of Education and Training
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OSHC World Care insurance provider
3.
Education Details
What is the applicant’s level of competence in spoken English?
minimal
below average
average
above average
What is the applicant’s level of competence in written English?
minimal
below average
average
above average
How many years have the applicant attended school?
Primary school:
years
Secondary school:
years
Name of the applicant’s last school:
Address of last school:
Please provide certified school reports and qualification for the applicant’s last academic school year.
IELTS is not a prerequisite for admission into a Canberra Government School. International students English
language proficiency and skills are assessed upon arrival and students are placed into the appropriate course.
4.
Course Preference
Applicant seeks admission to?
Year 5
Year 6
Preschool
Year 7
Kindergarten
Year 8
Year 1
Year 9
Year 2
Year 10
Year 3
Year 11
Year 4
Year 12
When does the applicant intend to commence studying in
Australia? (Please refer to Section 28 for term dates)
Date:
Month:
Year:
When does the applicant intend to finish studying in Australia?
Date:
Month:
Year:
Note: Placement at any level is at the discretion of the ACT Government Education and Training Directorate
Preferred school or location
1.
(List 3 schools in the applicant’s order of
preference)
2.
See schools list at Section 26
4.
3.
No preferred school - closest school to residential address
What are the applicant’s future plans after completing school?
Return home
5.
University (other country)
University in Australia
Private
TAFE/CIT
Not certain at this time
Special Circumstances and Relevant Previous History
a) Does the applicant have any disabilities, mental health or medical conditions?
Yes*
No
*If Yes, please specify and provide details. Please attach any supporting medical documentation.
b) To your knowledge is there anything in the applicant’s history or circumstances (including medical history)
which might pose a risk of any type to the applicant, other students, or staff at the school?
Yes*
No
*If Yes, please provide a brief description of the applicant’s medical or other history.
c) Has the applicant had any past history of violent behaviour?
*If Yes, please provide details:
Did this involve being suspended or expelled from any previous school?
*If Yes, was this for (please tick relevant box):
Actual violence to any person
Threats of violence or intimidation of staff, students, or others at school
Possession of a weapon or any item that may cause injury
Illegal drugs
Yes*
No
Yes*
No
**Failure to disclose pre-existing conditions may result in cancelation of enrolment in Canberra Government Schools.
The ACT Government Education and Training Directorate (the Directorate) is collecting the information on this form to enable it to enrol students from overseas in the ACT Government school system. This is
authorised by section 8 of the Education Act 2004 (ACT). The Directorate usually gives some or all of this information to:
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Commonwealth Department of Immigration and Border Protection (DIBP)
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Minister for Education and Training
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Commonwealth Department of Education and Training
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OSHC World Care insurance provider
6.
Accommodation and Welfare
Applicants must nominate one of the following accommodation and welfare options. Please tick  one option only.
Note: Parents of students under 18 years of age who will not be residing with the applicant must nominate a
responsible relative as guardian in Australia (Under Migration Regulation 1.03 a relative means a spouse, parent,
brother or sister, grandparent, aunt, uncle, niece or nephew, step-uncle/aunt/niece/nephew).
1. I nominate a Department of Immigration and Border Protection (DIBP) approved relative to provide
accommodation, welfare and airport reception. If the applicant is applying for primary school, this
option must be selected and the applicant must reside with a parent. The Directorate does not
provide Confirmation of Appropriate Accommodation/Welfare arrangement (CAAW).
2. I nominate a person over 21 years of age residing in the ACT to provide accommodation and airport
reception. I request that the ACT Government Education and Training Directorate approve these
arrangements as the homestay provider. The Directorate registers non-approved DIBP relative /
family friend as homestay and provides CAAW.
3. I request that the ACT Government Education and Training Directorate arrange accommodation,
welfare and airport reception. Students will be placed in approved homestay accommodation. This
option is only available for applicants over the age of 15. The Directorate provides CAAW.
If option 1 or 2 is selected above, complete the following details:
Name of nominee:
Relationship to student:
Address in Canberra (no PO Box allowed):
Home phone:
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Postcode:
Mobile phone:
Email:
Airport Pickup (service is for weekday and at Canberra Airport only)
Does the applicant require airport pickup?
Yes (this service is only available if option 3 above is selected)
No (please complete details below)
Name:
Residential Address:
Mobile number:
Relationship to student:
8.
Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC)
Has the applicant already arranged OSHC?
Yes*
No
*If Yes, please provide evidence (attach a copy of OSHC confirmation letter from the OSHC provider)
Name of provider:
Expiry date (DD/MM/YYYY):
9.
Information Source
How did the applicant first hear about ACT Government Schools? (Tick one box only)
Friend or relative (home country)
Friend or relative (Australia)
Advertisement (home country)
Advertisement (Australia)
Internet
Other (please specify):
10.
Agent
Important Information
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If the applicant is under 18 years of age, this application form will not be processed unless it is signed by
their parent/guardian.
The application will not be processed until the application fee has been received.
Completion and lodgement of this form does not necessarily guarantee the applicant a place in a
Canberra Government school.
The ACT Government Education and Training Directorate (the Directorate) is collecting the information on this form to enable it to enrol students from overseas in the ACT Government school system. This is
authorised by section 8 of the Education Act 2004 (ACT). The Directorate usually gives some or all of this information to:
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Commonwealth Department of Immigration and Border Protection (DIBP)
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Minister for Education and Training
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Commonwealth Department of Education and Training
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OSHC World Care insurance provider
11.
Fees and Charges 2016
Application Fee (non-refundable)
Amount
Payable with
A$250 (GST inclusive)
Initial application
The application fee is valid for two offers only.
Should additional offers be required, the
application fee will be charged again
Tuition and Administrative fee for Mainstream Schooling (based on one full academic year)
Preschool
A$ 3,900*
Acceptance of offer of place
Years K-6
A$10,400*
Acceptance of offer of place
Years 7-10
A$13,600*
Acceptance of offer of place
Years 11-12
A$15,200*
Acceptance of offer of place
*This fee covers school tuition plus Parental Voluntary Contribution, textbook hire and consumable charges. It
does not include the costs of materials used by students to make items which they take away from the school,
non-curriculum excursion costs, and the support and service fees that may be incurred by students with special
needs.
Please note that late payment of tuition fees by returning students will incur a $600 surcharge (GST
inclusive).
In Term 4 each year, continuing students will receive an invoice from their school international coordinator for the
following year’s tuition fees.
Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC) Allianz – average premium of between A$550 - $665/year
OSHC premium is not an ACT Government charge – the Directorate collects this fee on behalf of OSHC Allianz.
OSHC must be purchased before a student visa is issued, and must cover the full length of the student visa.
This fee is subject to change without notice.
Additional Fees (if applicable)
Homestay Placement Fee
A$200 (GST Inclusive)
Payable before the student arrives.
Homestay Transfer Fee
A$200 (GST Inclusive)
Payable at each homestay transfer.
Full board Homestay with an A$280*/week (GST Inclusive) for
Australian Family
students 15 years and over
Homestay is not available
students under 15 years of age.
for
students under 15 years of age must
be accompanied by a legal guardian
Payable fortnightly in advance to
Homestay family. Fee may be
subject to change. Students will be
notified in writing of any increase.
Airport Pickup Fee
Note: A minimum of 7 days advance
notice is required for airport pickup
service. Service is for weekdays, no
public holiday and Canberra Airport
only.
International Baccalaureate –
registration/examination fees
(Optional)
A$200 (GST Inclusive)
A$2,200* (Approximately)
Payable before the student arrives.
Payable in smaller amounts at the
time of examinations to the program.
*These fees are current as of 1 September 2015, but may be subject to change without notice.
The ACT Government Education and Training Directorate (the Directorate) is collecting the information on this form to enable it to enrol students from overseas in the ACT Government school system. This is
authorised by section 8 of the Education Act 2004 (ACT). The Directorate usually gives some or all of this information to:
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Commonwealth Department of Immigration and Border Protection (DIBP)
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Minister for Education and Training
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Commonwealth Department of Education and Training
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OSHC World Care insurance provider
12.
Payment Methods (No cash payments are accepted. All payments are to be made in Australian dollars only.)
Bank cheque / draft – payable to: ACT Government, Education and Training Directorate
Telegraphic Transfer – to the Directorate account. (Ask your bank to identify student’s name as payment reference sent to
the Westpac Banking Corporation. Please provide/attach proof of payment along with application form.)
Bank:
Westpac Banking Corporation
ACT Government Banking, Level 11/15 London Circuit, Canberra ACT 2601
Account Name:
ACT Education and Training Directorate
BSB:
032 - 777
Account Number: 000065
SWIFT Code:
WPACAU2S
Credit Card – Fill in your card details below:
Student name:
Amount to be deducted: A$
Card type (please tick):
Visa
Card number:
Mastercard
Expiry date (MM/YYYY):
Cardholder’s family name:
Given name(s):
Cardholder’s signature:
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Date (DD/MM/YYYY):
Refund of Tuition Fees Policy
Student Default
1. The Directorate will refund all tuition fees if an application for a student visa is unsuccessful. The Manager,
International Education Unit (IEU), should be informed in writing by the applicant if a visa application has been
denied. The letter of rejection from the Australian diplomatic mission must be included with the advice.
2. The Directorate should be advised in writing by the applicant of any decision to change the study
arrangements at any Canberra Government school.
3. The Directorate will only agree to a refund if written evidence is provided that:
the arrangements are changed before a visa is obtained, or
family illness makes it impossible for travel to Australia to occur. In this case the issuing Department of Immigration
and Border Protection (DIBP) office must be advised that the visa should be cancelled and evidence of the cancellation
must be provided to the Directorate, or
after arriving in Australia, the applicant is required to return to his/her home country because of student illness or other
compelling circumstances such as the death of a family member. Again, the Directorate would need to see that
appropriate visa arrangements had been made with DIBP.
after arriving in Australia the applicant becomes a Permanent Resident of Australia.
after arrival in Canberra, the applicant has failed to transition successfully within the first academic school term (10
weeks) since arrival. In this case, all mediation process will have been exhausted and the final decision will be made
by the Directorate.
4. A request for a refund should be in writing, addressed to the Manager, International Education Unit (IEU), ACT
Government Education and Training Directorate, 51 Fremantle Drive, Stirling ACT 2611 or faxed to 61 2 6205
9239. The Directorate will refund the balance of fees owing within 4 weeks after receiving a written claim from
the applicant or the person who paid tuition fees on behalf of any applicant under 18 years old.
5. For continuing students who decide not to complete a course in which they have enrolled, a refund will
depend on when advice of withdrawal from the course is received:
If written advice is received before 9am on the first day of the academic school term, 90% of the un-used portion of
the tuition fees will be refunded.
If written advice is received on or after the first day of the academic school term and before 5pm on the Friday of
Week 4 of the academic school term, 50% of the un-used portion of the tuition fees will be refunded.
If written advice is received after 5pm on Friday of Week 4 of the academic school term no refund is available.
Please note, there are four academic school terms per year and each is ten weeks in length.
6. Tuition fees are not refundable if:
- The student’s enrolment is cancelled due to breaches of student visa requirements as imposed by the Australian
government. This includes attendance falling below 80%, academic performance falling below the course
requirements.
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The ACT Government Education and Training Directorate (the Directorate) is collecting the information on this form to enable it to enrol students from overseas in the ACT Government school system. This is
authorised by section 8 of the Education Act 2004 (ACT). The Directorate usually gives some or all of this information to:

Commonwealth Department of Immigration and Border Protection (DIBP)
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Minister for Education and Training
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Commonwealth Department of Education and Training
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OSHC World Care insurance provider
7. Tuition fees are not refundable if:
- The student’s enrolment is cancelled due to breaches of student visa requirements as imposed by the Australian
government. This includes attendance falling below 80%, academic performance falling below the course requirements
or violations of Under 18 Accommodation and Welfare arrangements.
8. The Directorate is required to advise DIBP of changes to all study programs. Withdrawal of an application
may result in changes to the entitlement to enter or remain in Australia.
9. All fees must be paid in Australian dollars. Refunds will be reimbursed in Australian dollars in the form of
Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT).
Provider Default
10. In the unlikely event of default by the Directorate, such situations are covered by the provisions of the
Education Services for Overseas Students Act 2000 (ESOS Act) and the National Code of Practice for
Registration Authorities and Providers of Education and Training to Overseas Students 2007 (the National
Code).
11. The Directorate’s Refund of Tuition Fees Policy does not remove the right to take further action under
Australian consumer protection laws nor does the Directorate’s dispute resolution process remove the
applicant’s right to pursue other legal avenues.
14.
Disclaimer
Expectations of the ACT Government Education and Training Directorate (the Directorate)
Canberra Government Schools will:
Provide the applicant with the same level of instruction and educational services as provided to domestic
students enrolled in mainstream studies at the same school enrolled at the same year level.
Introduce the applicant to the school community.
Provide a bridging or an orientation program for the applicant.
Monitor the welfare of the applicant and provide counselling and ongoing support while the applicant is
enrolled at the school.
Provide two written school reports per year and send to parent(s) or guardian via agent if applicable.
Appoint a qualified staff member as student coordinator to oversee the provision of student services and to
attend to student pastoral care.
Provide English as an Additional Language or Dialect (EALD) support for the applicant at the school.
Pay commission to the agent contracted with the Directorate.
Receive commission from health service providers for the processing of students Overseas Student Health
Cover fees.
Expectations of parents
Parents must:
Ensure the applicant obtains a valid passport and the appropriate student visa for entry into Australia for the
full length of study.
Ensure requirements are met for appropriate accommodation and welfare arrangements for the applicant
under 18 years of age.
Pay for the applicant’s return airfares and living expenses whilst undertaking studies in Australia.
Pay the required tuition fees when an offer of placement is made and fees owing on receipt of invoice.
Notify both the school that the applicant is enrolled in and the Directorate immediately if the applicant’s
studies are terminated or there are any changes to the applicant’s visa status.
If acting as the applicant’s guardian in Australia, reside at all times with the applicant in Canberra for the full
length of the applicant’s enrolment period or until the applicant turns 18 years of age.
Ensure the applicant resides at the nominated residence and/or the Directorate approved/arranged homestay
and notify the school and the Directorate in writing, within 3 days, of any changes to the applicant’s address
or contact details.
Expectations of students
The Student:
 Students are required to abide by their school’s Code of Conduct and the ACT Government Education and
Training Directorate Guidelines for Students on a 571 Student Visa whilst enrolled in any Canberra
Government School.
 Students must comply with all visa conditions and not engage in any activity that may endanger the safety of
themselves or any other person or that could lead to police charges. Misbehaviour includes repeated
breaches of the school’s Code of Conduct or repeated disregard of school and/or homestay standards of
expected behaviour.
 Such behaviour may constitute grounds for immediate suspension/cancellation of enrolment.
No obligation
The ACT Government Education and Training Directorate does not represent or guarantee that the student will:
be accepted for enrolment at a preferred school.
successfully complete studies undertaken.
successfully complete ACT Year 10 or Year 12 Certificate.
gain entry into a higher or tertiary institution.
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The ACT Government Education and Training Directorate (the Directorate) is collecting the information on this form to enable it to enrol students from overseas in the ACT Government school system. This is
authorised by section 8 of the Education Act 2004 (ACT). The Directorate usually gives some or all of this information to:

Commonwealth Department of Immigration and Border Protection (DIBP)
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Minister for Education and Training
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Commonwealth Department of Education and Training
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OSHC World Care insurance provider
15.
Terms and Conditions
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The applicant declares that all information provided with this application form and attachments to the form is
true and that the applicant has read, understood and agreed to be bound by the attached terms and
conditions.
The applicant declares that details regarding all special needs and medical conditions of the applicant have
been disclosed.
The applicant agrees that the provision of false or misleading information may result in the cancellation of
enrolment.
The applicant agrees that if the applicant is accepted for enrolment in mainstream studies at a Canberra
Government School, the applicant must comply with the terms and conditions of enrolment.
The applicant authorises the ACT Government Education and Training Directorate (the Directorate) to make
appropriate arrangements or to monitor the applicant’s accommodation, support and general welfare whilst in
Canberra.
Please be advised, should the ACT Government Education and Training Directorate have the welfare
responsibility for your child in either an ACT Government Homestay arrangement or on approved family
friend. It is mandatory that the student resides in Homestay from the first night of their arrival in Australia.
The applicant agrees to report to the Directorate any issues/problems concerning the applicant’s schooling,
homestay and general well being.
The applicant agrees to conform to the Directorate’s homestay rules and guidelines and will remain in the
homestay arranged for the applicant by the Directorate until the applicant fulfils the requirements for moving
out of homestay (listed in the applicant’s offer of place letter).
The applicant agrees to inform the Directorate of any change of residential address in Australia within 3 days
of doing so.
The applicant agrees to attend school in accordance with the Department of Immigration and Border
Protection (DIBP) student visa regulations and comply with all student visa conditions and the applicant
understands that if they fail to comply with any visa conditions the Directorate will report the applicant to
Australian Department of Education, Employment and Workplace Relations (DEEWR) and the Department of
Immigration and Border Protection (DIBP) and the applicant’s student visa may be terminated.
Consent is given for the applicant to:
- attend and participate in school activities, including excursions and trips arranged by the school, and
- in the event of emergency, using ambulance transportation and/or receiving such medical or surgical
treatment as may be deemed necessary by medical practitioner(s).
The applicant is responsible for any costs incurred in providing medical treatment and associated services for
the applicant.
The applicant agrees that, if there is any difference in meaning of the provision of English version and/or any
translated version of this form or any other of the Directorate’s official documents, or the terms and conditions
outlined in the offer of place, the English version is to prevail.
The applicant consents for the Directorate to obtain student Visa Entitlement Verification Online (VEVO) from
DIBP.
Visa breaches-issuing a Notice of Intention to Report for Non-Compliance
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Students who are found to be in breach of their student visa conditions will be issued with a Notice of Intention to
Report to the Department of Immigration and Border Protection (DIBP) for Non-Compliance.
The notice explains the visa breach and actions undertaken and intervention strategies employed by the ACT
Government Education and Training Directorate to assist the student to comply with their student visa conditions.
The notice also explains the ACT Government Education and Training Directorate’s intention to report the visa
breach to DIBP.
Students can appeal the Notice of Intention to Report for Non-Compliance within 20 working days from the date of
issue.
Student Deferral
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A student may apply to the International Education Unit to defer their course of study in compassionate or
compelling circumstances. Examples of such circumstances could include: serious illness, injury or trauma,
bereavement of close family members, major political upheaval or natural disaster in the home country.
The International Education Unit will consider the impact on the student’s capacity and/or ability to progress
through their course of study.
The deferral application should include evidence of the circumstances and be made in writing to:
Manager
International Education Unit
Education and Training Directorate
51 Fremantle Drive Stirling ACT 2611 Australia
Please note that deferral of studies is for a maximum of six months and cannot be approved retrospectively.
Deferral of studies may also impact on his/her student’s visa for study in Australia .
The ACT Government Education and Training Directorate (the Directorate) is collecting the information on this form to enable it to enrol students from overseas in the ACT Government school system. This is
authorised by section 8 of the Education Act 2004 (ACT). The Directorate usually gives some or all of this information to:

Commonwealth Department of Immigration and Border Protection (DIBP)
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Minister for Education and Training
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Commonwealth Department of Education and Training
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OSHC World Care insurance provider
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Suspension or Cancellation of Student Enrolment
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Appealing a Notice of Intention to Report for Non-Compliance
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Student enrolment may be suspended or cancelled:
if tuition fees are not paid by the specified date on the invoice.
if a student is found to breach Department of Immigration and Border Protection (DIBP) visa conditions. Examples
of visa breaches include:
– student attendance is less than 80 per cent of scheduled hours
– student fails to meet course progress requirements as required by DIBP
– student fails to adhere to school’s Code of Conduct and the ACT Government Education and Training
Directorate Guidelines for Students on a 571 Student Visa
Suspension or cancellation of enrolment may also impact on his/her student’s visa for study in Australia.
Students have the right of appeal and will be advised in writing of avenues of review. Students may be
accompanied and assisted by a support person at any relevant meetings.
Internal appeals must be lodged in writing within 10 working days of the internal appeal decision to:
Director
Student Engagement
Education and Training Directorate
GPO Box 158, Canberra ACT 2601, Australia
The ACT Government Education and Training Directorate will commence review of the appeal within 10 working
days of receipt of a written appeal.
Appellants will be provided with a written statement of the outcome of their internal appeal, including details and
reasons for the decision within 10 working days of the appeal panel meeting.
If students are unsuccessful with the internal appeals process they may lodge a further appeal with the ACT
Government Education and Training Directorate to have their case heard by an independent external body at no
cost to the student.
External appeals must be lodged in writing within 10 working days of the internal appeal decision to:
Director
Student Engagement
Education and Training Directorate
GPO Box 158, Canberra ACT 2601, Australia
The ACT Government Education and Training Directorate will advise the student of the outcome of their external
appeal once a decision is made and implement any decision and/or corrective action as required.
Students who are unsuccessful with their internal appeal and who do not lodge a further external appeal will be
reported to DIBP for a breach of visa conditions.
The issuance of the Section 20 Notice and reporting of the student to DIBP for a breach of visa conditions will
occur only after the process above has been completed.
The Directorate will maintain the student’s enrolment and accommodation/welfare arrangements while the
complaints process is ongoing, unless extenuating circumstances exist relating to the welfare of the student.
General Complaints and Appeals Procedure
If the applicant has any complaint(s) about the conditions set out by the ACT Government Education and Training
Directorate (the Directorate) or the service provided by the Directorate, attempts should be made to resolve the problem
with the International Education Unit (IEU) before lodging the complaint. Complaint(s) must initially be made in writing
and sent to the Manager International Education Unit, GPO Box 158, Canberra ACT 2601.
If the complaint is not resolved to the satisfaction of the student or parent, a copy of the written complaint together with
the reasons for the applicant’s dissatisfaction with the outcome may be forwarded to the Director, Student Engagement,
GPO Box 158, Canberra ACT 2601 for an internal review or appeal. Following any review, the Director will advise the
applicant in writing of the review/appeal’s decision including the reason(s) for the decision. If the applicant is not
satisfied with the solution arising from this process, the applicant may request an external appeal or review which is
carried out through an independent body. The applicant will be provided with additional information as required.
This agreement does not remove the student’s or parent’s right to take further action under Australia’s consumer
protection laws or to pursue other legal remedies.
The ACT Government Education and Training Directorate (the Directorate) is collecting the information on this form to enable it to enrol students from overseas in the ACT Government school system. This is
authorised by section 8 of the Education Act 2004 (ACT). The Directorate usually gives some or all of this information to:

Commonwealth Department of Immigration and Border Protection (DIBP)

Minister for Education and Training
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Commonwealth Department of Education and Training
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OSHC World Care insurance provider
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Enrolment Procedures
To enrol in the ACT Government Education and Training Directorate International Fee Paying Students Program, please
follow the 3 steps below:
1. Complete this application form. Send this form, student’s passport, certified copies of school reports and qualifications
with the application fee to the address shown in section 24 of this form.
2. If the application is successful, an Offer of Place will be sent. To accept, return the signed Offer of Place and Welfare
Consent with full fees and charges, within 30 days. An official certificate of Confirmation of Enrolment (CoE) and
receipt for payments received (including Overseas Student Health Cover for the duration of the student visa) will be
sent.
3. When the applicant receives the CoE, the applicant is able to apply for a student visa through Australia’s diplomatic
mission in their home country. Information about other requirements is available from the diplomatic mission.
22.
Checklist
Have you attached the following documents to this application? Please do NOT provide original documents.
Copy of the applicant’s passport
Copies of the applicant’s school reports and qualifications for the last academic school year attended
Evidence of Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC) (if applicable)
One passport-sized recent photograph
Non-refundable application fee of A$250 (GST Inclusive) in bank cheque, or telegraphic transfer, or credit card
payment (please provide proof of payment).
23.
Declaration
The applicant has read and understood the Fees and Charges (11), Refund of Tuition Fees Policy (13), the Disclaimer
(14), the Terms & Conditions (15) and the General Complaints and Appeal Procedure (20).
Applicant’s name:
Signature:
Date (DD/MM/YYYY):
Parent/guardian’s name:
Signature:
24.
Date (DD/MM/YYYY):
Correspondence (All correspondence and enquiries should be addressed to)
ACT Government
Education and Training Directorate
International Education Unit
51 Fremantle Drive
Stirling ACT 2611
AUSTRALIA
Representative
Telephone:
+61 2 6205 9178
Facsimile:
+61 2 6205 9239
Email:
ieu@act.gov.au
This application form is also available at
www.det.act.gov.au
25.
Passport Photograph
Please attach a recent passport-sized photograph here:
The ACT Government Education and Training Directorate (the Directorate) is collecting the information on this form to enable it to enrol students from overseas in the ACT Government school system. This is
authorised by section 8 of the Education Act 2004 (ACT). The Directorate usually gives some or all of this information to:

Commonwealth Department of Immigration and Border Protection (DIBP)
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Minister for Education and Training

Commonwealth Department of Education and Training

OSHC World Care insurance provider
26.
Snap Shot of ACT Government Schools
Secondary Colleges
Canberra College
(Years 11 & 12)
www.canberrac.act.edu.au
Gungahlin College
(Years 11 & 12)
www.gungahlincollege.act.edu.au
Melba Copland Secondary School
(Years 11 & 12)
www.mcss.act.edu.au
Dickson College
(Years 11 & 12)
www.dicksonc.act.edu.au
Hawker College
(Years 11 & 12)
www.hawkerc.act.edu.au
Narrabundah College
(Years 11 & 12)
www.narrabundahc.act.edu.au
Erindale College
(Years 11 & 12)
www.erindalec.act.edu.au
Lake Tuggeranong College
(Years 11 & 12)
www.ltc.act.edu.au
UC Senior Secondary College
Lake Ginninderra
(Years 11 & 12)
www.lakeonline.act.edu.au
High Schools
Alfred Deakin High School
(Years 7-10)
www.adhs.act.edu.au
Caroline Chisholm School
(Years P-10)
www.chisholm.act.edu.au
Melba Copland Secondary School
(Years 7 – 10)
www.mcss.act.edu.au
Amaroo School
(Years P – 10)
www.amaroos.act.edu.au
Gold Creek High School
(Years 7 – 10)
www.goldcreek.act.edu.au
Melrose High School
(Years 7 – 10)
www.melrosehs.act.edu.au
Belconnen High School
(Years 7 – 10)
www.blch.act.edu.au
Harrison School
(Years P – 10)
www.harrison.act.edu.au
Namadgi School
(Years 7 -10)
http://www.namadgi.act.edu.au/
Calwell High School
(Years 7 – 10)
www.calwellhs.act.edu.au
Kingsford Smith School
(Years P-10)
www.kss.act.edu.au
Stromlo High school
(Years 7 – 10)
www.stromlohs.act.edu.au
Campbell High School
(Years 7 – 10)
www.campbellhs.act.edu.au
Lanyon High School
(Years 7 – 10)
http://www.lanyonhs.act.edu.au/
Telopea Park School
(Years P – 10)
www.telopea.act.edu.au
Canberra High School
(Years 7 – 10)
www.canberrahs.act.edu.au
Lyneham High School
(Years 7 – 10)
www.lynehamhs.act.edu.au
UC High School Kaleen
(Years 7 – 10)
www.kaleenhs.act.edu.au
Wanniassa School
(Years P – 10)
www.wans.act.edu.au
Primary and Early Childhood Schools
Ainslie Primary School
Farrer Primary School
Kingsford Smith School
North Ainslie Primary School
Amaroo School
Florey Primary School
Latham Primary School
O’Connor Cooperative School
Aranda Primary School
Forrest Primary School
Lyneham Primary School
Palmerston District Primary School
Arawang Primary School
Franklin Early Childhood School
Lyons Early Childhood School
Red Hill Primary School
Bonner Primary School
Fraser Primary School
Macgregor Primary School
Richardson Primary School
Bonython Primary School
Garran Primary School
Macquarie Primary School
Southern Cross Early Childhood School
Calwell Primary School
Gilmore Primary School
Majura Primary School
Taylor Primary School
Campbell Primary School
Giralang Primary School
Maribyrnong Primary School
Telopea Park School
Caroline Chisholm School
Gold Creek School
Mawson Primary School
Theodore Primary School
Chapman Primary School
Gordon Primary School
Miles Franklin Primary School
Torrens Primary School
Charles Conder Primary School
Gowrie Primary School
Monash Primary School
Turner School
Charnwood - Dunlop School
Harrison School
Mount Rogers Primary School
Wanniassa Hills Primary School
Curtin Primary School
Hawker Primary School
Namadgi School
Wanniassa School
Duffy Primary School
Hughes Primary School
Narrabundah Early Childhood
Weetangera Primary School
Evatt Primary School
Isabella Plains Early Childhood
Neville Bonner Primary School
Yarralumla Primary School
Fadden Primary School
Kaleen Primary School
Ngunnawal Primary School
The ACT Government Education and Training Directorate (the Directorate) is collecting the information on this form to enable it to enrol students from overseas in the ACT Government school system. This is
authorised by section 8 of the Education Act 2004 (ACT). The Directorate usually gives some or all of this information to:

Commonwealth Department of Immigration and Border Protection (DIBP)

Minister for Education and Training

Commonwealth Department of Education and Training

OSHC World Care insurance provider
27.
Competitive Edge
Canberra Government Schools – Our Competitive Edge
Canberra is
Clean and safe – a survey by the Australian Institute of Criminology identified Canberra as the safest capital
city in the world
A city of cultural interest
An education centre of excellence
Schools
Introductory English Centres, with only 10 – 12 students in each class to allow students easy transition into
mainstream high school and College classes.
English Language Bridging Courses operate at 15 high schools and 8 secondary colleges for secondary aged
students.
Schools provide wide curriculum choices and programs.
Schools provide access to ANU Secondary College and UC Accelerate Program for gifted and talented
students (additional fee may apply).
Students may enrol in the school or college of their choice (subject to capacity and homestay availability).
Canberra graduates achieve higher median Australian Tertiary Admission Rank (ATAR) than their
counterparts in other states and territories across Australia.
Canberra is unique, as school assessment is continuous and students do not have to sit for a large public
examination for entrance to tertiary studies. This is particularly advantageous for students whose first
language is not English.
The success rate for international students in Canberra schools is very high, with the majority of international
students gaining a place in tertiary institutions.
Each school has a teacher with the function to monitor overseas students’ progress and welfare. They provide
counselling on personal matters, school and university courses and subject choices. This teacher is known as
the International Private Student Coordinator.
The International Baccalaureate Program, an internationally recognised tertiary entrance program, is offered at
Canberra College, Copland College and Narrabundah College.
Parents are provided with student reports at least twice each year.
The ACT Government Education and Training Directorate arrange homestay accommodation for overseas
students with Australian families with high school/college aged children. Student progress is continuously
monitored.
International students can enrol in primary schools, high schools and secondary colleges, subject to capacity
and homestay availability.
Officers of the Directorate’s International Education Unit are on-call 24 hours a day to deal with any issues
which may arise.
The International Education Unit (IEU) employs and/or is able to employ native language speakers for all the
students enrolled into the program. Parents are encouraged to contact officers of IEU at all times.
The IEU is becoming increasingly recognised internationally for the quality service it delivers to its students
and to their parents.
The ACT Government Education and Training Directorate also run short term programs and a Summer School
for 4 weeks each January.
The IEU offers short study (between 6 -10 weeks) intensive English programs in overseas countries’ school
holidays. Interested parties should contact IEU directly.
The IEU welcomes parents to visit their children while they are studying in Canberra. Principal and teacher
appointments, invitation letters for visa applications, and homestay meetings can be arranged.
Further study
There are very strong education pathways between schools, Canberra Institute of Technology (CIT), University of
Canberra (UC) and the Australian National University (ANU).
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28.
Term Dates and Public Holidays in Canberra
Term 1
Monday 1 February Friday 8 April
Term 2
Monday 26 April Friday 1 July
Term 3
Monday 18 July Friday 23 September
Term 4
Monday 10 October Friday 16 December
Public Holidays (Please note airport pickup service is not available on these dates)
2016
2017
Friday
01 January
Tuesday 26 January
Monday 14 March
Friday
25 March
Saturday 26 March
Monday 28 March
Monday 25 April
Term 1
Monday 30 January Friday 7 April
-
New Year’s Day
Australia Day
Canberra Day
Good Friday
Easter Saturday
Easter Monday
ANZAC Day
Term 2
Tuesday 24 April Friday 30 June
Monday
Monday
Monday
Sunday
Monday
Tuesday
13 June
26 September
03 October
25 December
26 December
27 December
Term 3
Monday 17 July Friday 22 September
-
Queen’s Birthday
Family & Community Day
Labour Day
Christmas Day
Boxing Day
Christmas Day Holiday
Term 4
Monday 9 October Friday 15 December
The ACT Government Education and Training Directorate (the Directorate) is collecting the information on this form to enable it to enrol students from overseas in the ACT Government school system. This is
authorised by section 8 of the Education Act 2004 (ACT). The Directorate usually gives some or all of this information to:

Commonwealth Department of Immigration and Border Protection (DIBP)

Minister for Education and Training

Commonwealth Department of Education and Training

OSHC World Care insurance provider
The ACT Government Education and Training Directorate (the Directorate) is collecting the information on this form to enable it to enrol students from overseas in the ACT Government school system. This is
authorised by section 8 of the Education Act 2004 (ACT). The Directorate usually gives some or all of this information to:

Commonwealth Department of Immigration and Border Protection (DIBP)

Minister for Education and Training

Commonwealth Department of Education and Training

OSHC World Care insurance provider