Overview
Add a 12 week BROWNS Demi Pair experience to your English language program.
Experience the ultimate language and cultural immersion with BROWNS English Language School's English + Demi Pair program. This unique opportunity allows you to enhance your language skills while living with a welcoming host family in Australia. As a Demi Pair, you will assist the family with light household duties for up to 15 hours per week, creating a nurturing and supportive environment for language practice. In exchange for your valuable contributions, you will receive comfortable accommodation and delicious meals, providing a home-away-from-home experience. Immerse yourself in the vibrant Australian culture and gain insights into daily life while forming lifelong friendships. Our experienced teachers will also guide you through interactive English classes, ensuring rapid progress and fluency. Embrace this enriching experience that combines language learning with an unforgettable cultural exchange. Embark on the journey of a lifetime with BROWNS, where language, culture, and adventure converge. Enrol now and let the English + Demi Pair program be your gateway to an exceptional international experience.
Campus: Available at our Brisbane, Gold Coast and Melbourne campus.
Duration: 12 weeks Demi Pair program*
Start Dates: Any point during your studies at BROWNS
Requirements:
- Minimum 12 weeks' notice
- Minimum eight (8) weeks study at BROWNS
- Minimum Pre-Intermediate level of English. Take our free BROWNS Online Placement Test.
- Minimum age is 18 years old.
- Applicants to provide a valid Blue Card (QLD)/Working with Children Check (VIC) prior to commencement with the family.
Why Demi Pair?
- Experience the wonderful Australian way-of-life
- Opportunity to improve your English skills
- Help busy families with housekeeping and/or child minding
- Save on the expense of accommodation and living costs
- Carefully matched families
- Receive a Certificate of Completion and personal reference for your resume
Description:
- As a Demi pair you will work (unpaid) as a part-time, live-in housekeeper while attending English lessons at BROWNS during the day
- Your host family will provide you with 12 weeks accommodation in a private room, with two meals meals Monday to Friday and three meals on weekends.
- You will be required to work (unpaid) 15 hours per week.
- Our Demi Pair Manager will give you an orientation on arrival, telephone contact every week and support whenever necessary.
- Your application must be made at least 12 weeks prior to commencement at BROWNS and may be approved following a virtual interview.
- Accepting both female and male students from a broad range of ages.
Fees:
Timetable
Sample timetable*
Time | Monday | Tuesday | Wednesday | Thursday | Friday |
7.00 – 8.00 | Morning duties | ||||
8.40 – 9.40 | CORE class Revision |
CORE class | CORE class | CORE class | CORE class |
9.45 – 10.45 | CORE class Revision test |
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Break | |||||
11.05 – 12.05 | CORE class Test answers |
Active8 Vocabulary & Reading |
Active8 Writing |
Active8 Grammar |
Active8 Listening & Speaking |
12.10 – 13.10 | Active8 Pronunciation |
Active8 Functional Usage |
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Lunch | |||||
13.30 – 14.30 | Accelerate | Accelerate | Accelerate | Accelerate | Accelerate |
17.00 – 19.00 | Evening duties |
Testimonials
![]() Maria from Brazil |
“I was at University when I had decided to live abroad and study English. I made this decision because I believe the best career opportunities are connected with good English skills.
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