Brisbane | Gold Coast | 2013
We are passionate about providing you with a “first class� English learning experience! Our professional team of teachers and staff will help you reach your full academic and personal potential. The Founders and Directors of BROWNS English Language School, Richard and Niesha BROWN
English Language Curriculum
Teaching Professionals
Contents Student Services
2012 Winner of National Export Award for “ Education and Training”
Accommodation
Facilities
2012 Winner of Queensland Export Award for “ Education and Training”
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BROWNS Brisbane Campus
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BROWNS Gold Coast Campus
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Intensive General English “Active8 - Accelerate”
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Cambridge Exam Preparation (BEC, FCE, CAE)
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Intensive Academic English, IELTS Preparation, EAP
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Course Progression, University Articulations
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English + Sport, Junior Program, Study Tours
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Progress Monitoring, Jobs Club, Activities
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BROWNS Luxury Apartments, BROWNS Homestay
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BROWNS English Language School and the Australian Government want international students in Australia to have a safe, enjoyable and rewarding place to study. Australia’s laws promote quality education and consumer protection for international students. These laws are known as the ESOS framework and they include the Education Services for Overseas Students (ESOS) Act 2000 and National Code 2007. More information can be found at http://www.aei.gov.au/Regulatory-Information/ Education-Services-for-Overseas-Students-ESOS-Legislative-Framework/National-Code/nationalcodepartd/Documents/ESOS_Framework_pdf.pdf
BROWNS Brisbane Campus Study in Brisbane: Australia’s third largest city and the capital of Queensland. Brisbane is a progressive, cultural and vibrant city with a warm climate all year round. There is a variety of live music and entertainment in venues throughout the city, as well as major festivals, carnivals, sporting and community events. The local people of Brisbane are friendly, “easy-going” and enjoy living a relaxed outdoor lifestyle. BROWNS Brisbane Campus is located in the heart of the city’s popular shopping district, next to the city’s main station of public transportation. The stunning campus occupies the entire first floor of a modern building and overlooks the spectacular Museum of Brisbane and King George Square. The school’s impressive study zone has 53 student computers, all with high-speed internet access, equipped with headsets and the latest ESL learning software. There is also a large cable-connected big screen TV, projecting the latest news in English from around the globe. Every classroom features an LCD TV screen, smart-wired to the internet, to enhance the language acquisition process. The school kitchen boasts 10 microwaves, 2 fridges, a filtered water system and tea/coffee making facilities. Students can appreciate the buzzing energy and multicultural atmosphere of Brisbane city from the school’s grand balcony. There are also squash courts and shower facilities on the top floor of the building, free for BROWNS students to use.
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BROWNS Gold Coast Campus Study on the Gold Coast: Australia’s sixth largest city situated in the south-east corner of Queensland. The Gold Coast is renowned for its famous surf beaches, expansive waterways, subtropical rainforest, large shopping centres and exciting nightlife. With an average of 300 days of sunshine per year, it is no wonder that the Gold Coast is the favourite holiday destination of most Australians! The city stretches along 57km of Pacific Ocean coastline and has an attractive skyline of modern highrise buildings. BROWNS Gold Coast Campus is conveniently located in the city’s central business district; close to cafes, shops and public transport and only a 10 minute walk to the beach. The environmentally sustainable school building has direct frontage to the beautiful Southport Broadwater Parklands, a sprawling green retreat perfect for sports activities and barbeques. The school’s fantastic study area features 40 student computers, all with high-speed internet access, equipped with headsets and the latest ESL learning software. There is also a large cable-connected big screen TV, showing news channels “live” from the English-speaking world. Every classroom has an LCD TV screen, smart-wired to the internet, to stimulate the language development of students. The school kitchen has 6 microwaves, 2 fridges, a filtered water system and tea/coffee making facilities. Students can sit at the school’s courtyard garden tables and enjoy lunch or conversation with friends.
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Our teachers will motivate, inspire and empower you to make “rapid progress� in the English Language.
BROWNS English Language Courses
Beginner to Advanced
Grammar
Intensive General English
Speaking
Vocabulary
CRICOS Course Code 076222B
BROWNS Active8
Writing
Duration
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1 to 71 weeks (Start any Monday) Course Description • 25 hours per week • 10 week modules • Coursebook-based core lessons followed by Active8 skill and system based lessons each day • Weekly revision tests and one-to-one consultations with your teacher • BROWNS Accelerate Passport to track your academic progress • Students are able to move to the next level at any time, if their abilities show they are capable • Receive your personal coursebook, workbook and listening CD Why Choose Active8-Accelerate? • The BROWNS Active8 Curriculum is the result of 8 year’s in-class research, testing and feedback. By targeting all of the systems and skills that students need to gain English fluency, we ensure you receive a balanced learning diet. • In your CORE classes, you follow coursebook-based lessons which integrate the 8 skills and systems • In your Active8 classes, you focus on each language skill or system individually, at your level. • In the Accelerate Further Learning Programme, we pinpoint your individual needs, helping you to focus your studies even further.
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Pronunciation
Listening
Functional Usage
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Curriculum BROW NSBrisb ane BROW NSGold Coast
BROWNS bespoke curriculum follows the common European framework for reference of languages: Learning, Teaching , Assessment (CEFR), a guideline used to describe achievements of learners of foreign languages. The Common European Framework divides learners into 6 levels: CEFR Descriptors
CEFR level
C2 Proficient User C1 Independent User
B2
Basic User
A2
B1
A1
Entry Requirements None, When you arrive at BROWNS you will be given the Oxford Online Placement Test(OOPT). This will allow our Academic team to place you in an Active8 skill class at your level. Open to Student, Working Holiday and Tourist visa holders.
Maxime Sallin from France Intensive General English Sample Timetable Time
Monday
8:50 – 9:50 Intermediate CORE Class 10:00 – 11:00 Revision Test 11:10 – 12:10 Accelerate LUNCH 13:10 – 14:10 Test Correction and Feedback 14:20 – 15:20 Active8 Pronunciation Workshop
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Intermediate CORE Class Intermediate CORE Class Intermediate CORE Class Intermediate CORE Class Intermediate CORE Class Intermediate CORE Class Intermediate CORE Class Intermediate CORE Class Accelerate Accelerate Accelerate Accelerate Active8 Active8 Active8 Active8 Vocabulary and Reading B2 Writing B2 Grammar B1 Listening and Speaking C1 Active8 Active8 Active8 Active8 Vocabulary and Reading B2 Writing B2 Functional Usage B2 Listening and Speaking C1
Wook Hyang Kim from Korea Intensive General English Sample Timetable Time
Monday
8:50 – 9:50 Elementary CORE Class 10:00 – 11:00 Revision Test 11:10 – 12:10 Accelerate LUNCH 13:10 – 14:10 Test Correction and Feedback 14:20 – 15:20 Active8 Pronunciation Workshop
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Elementary CORE Class Elementary CORE Class Elementary CORE Class Elementary CORE Class Elementary CORE Class Elementary CORE Class Elementary CORE Class Elementary CORE Class Accelerate Accelerate Accelerate Accelerate Active8 Active8 Active8 Active8 Vocabulary and Reading B1 Writing A2 Grammar B2 Listening and Speaking A2 Active8 Active8 Active8 Active8 Vocabulary and Reading B1 Writing A2 Functional Usage A2 Listening and Speaking A2
Lluis Llorens Guim from Spain Intensive General English Sample Timetable Time
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
8:50 – 9:50 Upper-Inter CORE Class Upper-Inter CORE Class Upper-Inter CORE Class Upper-Inter CORE Class Upper-Inter CORE Class 10:00 – 11:00 Revision Test Upper-Inter CORE Class Upper-Inter CORE Class Upper-Inter CORE Class Upper-Inter CORE Class 11:10 – 12:10 Accelerate Accelerate Accelerate Accelerate Accelerate LUNCH 13:10 – 14:10 Test Correction and Feedback Active8 Active8 Active8 Active8 Vocabulary and Reading B2 Writing B2 Grammar B1 Listening and Speaking C1 14:20 – 15:20 Active8 Active8 Active8 Active8 Active8 Pronunciation Workshop Vocabulary and Reading B2 Writing B2 Functional Usage C1 Listening and Speaking C1
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Cambridge BEC Vantage Exam Preparation
Cambridge FCE Exam Preparation
Cambridge CAE Exam Preparation
CRICOS Course Code 069032M
CRICOS Course Code 061169C
CRICOS Course Code 061171J
Duration 10 or 12 weeks (Refer to Start Dates) Course Description
10 or 12 weeks (Refer to Start Dates) Course Description
Duration 10 or 12 weeks (Refer to Start Dates) Course Description
• 25 hours per week • Practice tests, progress reports and one-to-one meetings with your teacher • Receive your personal Cambridge BEC coursebook, workbook and listening CD
• 25 hours per week • Practice tests, progress reports and one-to-one meetings with your teacher • Receive your personal Cambridge FCE coursebook, workbook and listening CD
• 25 hours per week • Practice tests, progress reports and one-to-one meetings with your teacher • Receive your personal Cambridge CAE coursebook, workbook and listening CD
Our Cambridge BEC (Business English Certificate) Exam Preparation Course will prepare you to: • Write short messages, emails, letters, reports and proposals • Give a mini-presentation, take part in discussions and respond to questions using appropriate business vocabulary • Understand and be confident to talk about a variety of business-related and work-related topics
Our Cambridge FCE (First Certificate in English) Exam Preparation course will prepare you to : • Understand the main ideas of complex texts • Keep up a conversation on a fairly wide range of topics; express opinions and present arguments • Produce clear, detailed writing; express opinions and explain the advantages and disadvantages of different points of view
Our Cambridge CAE (Certificate in Advanced English) Exam Preparation Course will prepare you to: • Read quickly enough to cope with CAE exam • Understand complex opinions • Produce clear, well-structured and detailed pieces of writing • Express yourself well with a good degree of fluency • Use English flexibly for social, professional and academic purposes
Why choose Cambridge BEC Exam Preparation? For students who wish to sit the BEC Vantage upperintermediate level exam and/or for students who wish study English in a business context. The Cambridge Business English Certificate (BEC) exams are important for those students who are preparing for a career in international business or commerce.
Entry Requirements • Upper-Intermediate level students • Open to Student, Working Holiday and Tourist visa holders
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Duration
Why choose Cambridge FCE Exam Preparation? For students who wish to sit the Cambridge First Certificate in English (FCE) upper-intermediate level exam and/or for students who wish to study in an intensive learning environment . The Cambridge FCE Exam Preparation course is useful preparation for the Cambridge CAE Exam Preparation Course. Entry Requirements • Upper-Intermediate level students • Open to Student, Working Holiday and Tourist visa holders
Why choose Cambridge CAE Exam Preparation? For students who wish to sit the Cambridge Certificate in Advanced English(CAE)exam and/or for students who wish to study in an intensive learning environment. CAE is recognised by employers as proof of advanced ability in English and also by universities and colleges.
Entry Requirements • Advanced level students • Open to Student, Working Holiday and Tourist visa holders
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Intensive Academic English
IELTS Exam Preparation
CRICOS Course Code 073982G
IELTS Exam Preparation Plus
Duration 2 to 30 weeks Course Description • 25 hours per week • 10 week modules • Weekly tests, writing tasks and one-to-one consultations with your teacher • Receive your personal Academic English course book, workbook and listening CD Coursebook-based core lessons followed by academic skill-focused afternoon lessons will help you to : • Analyse academic materials critically and express yourself fluently, accurately and logically, both orally and in writing • Collect and synthesize information from a variety of academic sources • Analyse and critique materials; and present your ideas in a variety of media, in accordance with higher education standards • Write longer research essays based on your own individual study interests • Learn how to use reference material in academic writing • Learn how to write bibliographies required by Australian universities • Give presentations based on your own research • Participate in mock university seminars and tutorials • Listen to guest lecturers • Visit Australian universities libraries and learn how to use them Entry Requirements • Elementary, Pre-Intermediate and Intermediate level students • Open to Student, Working Holiday and Tourist visa holders.
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CRICOS Course Code 061172G
CRICOS Course Code 067523G Duration 2 to 10 weeks Course Description • 25 hours per week • Weekly mock exams, writing tasks and one-to-one consultations with your teacher • Receive your personal IELTS coursebook, workbook and listening CD Coursebook-based core lessons followed by academic skill-focused afternoon lessons will help you to : • Work with a variety of topics similar to those on the IELTS exam and in academic settings • Employ a wider range of academic vocabulary in your written and spoken English • Use and understand increasingly complex language • Write accurate reports and academic essays that focus on the requirements of the IELTS exam • Read and listen to longer, complex, academic texts • Become confident with all parts of the IELTS exam and learn the best way to maximise your results in each part • Use a wide range of IELTS examination techniques that will help you get your best IELTS score • Become confident in your test-taking ability through taking regular mock IELTS tests Entry Requirements • Intermediate level students / Upper-Intermediate level students • Open to Student, Working Holiday and Tourist visa holders.
English for Academic Purposes CRICOS Course Code 061170K Duration 2 to 10 weeks Course Description • 25 hours per week • Weekly mock exams, writing tasks and one-to-one consultations with your teacher • Receive your personal Australian EAP coursebook Coursebook-based core lessons followed by academic skill-focused afternoon lessons will help you to : • Write essays, reports and short responses in English • Reference, summarise and paraphrase in English • Give academic presentations in English • Listen to academic lectures and take effective notes • Read academic texts quickly and effectively • Effectively and accurately express ideas in academic writing • Understand Australian university and college expectations • Understand Australian social and academic culture • Utilise effective study skills and internet research skills Entry Requirements • Advanced level students • Open to Student, Working Holiday and Tourist visa holders.
Course Progression Beginner
Pre Intermediate
Elementary
Intensive Academic English
Upper Intermediate
Intermediate
Intensive Academic English 2
Intensive Academic English 3
Advanced
Cambridge FCE Preparation
Cambridge CAE Preparation
Cambridge BEC Vantage Preparation
IELTS Preparation
IELTS Preparation Plus
English for Academic Purposes (EAP)
Pathways to Further Study BROWNS English Language School has articulation agreements with many leading Universities and Colleges in Australia:
* CRICOS: 00017B
CRICOS: 00219C
CRICOS: 00117J
CRICOS: 00102E
CRICOS: 00591E
CRICOS: 01737F
CRICOS: 00002J
CRICOS: 00244B
CRICOS: 01595D
CRICOS: 01590J
CRICOS: 03020E
CRICOS: 03037G
Brisbane • Australia
*BOND Articulation test will apply.
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English PLUS Sport
Junior Program
Study Tours
(Gold Coast Campus Only)
(Gold Coast Campus Only)
(Brisbane and Gold Coast Campus)
English PLUS Surfing • Two Surfing lessons per week at Australia’s No.1 Surf School • Surf lessons include: surfboard, rash vest and wetsuit English PLUS Tennis • Two Tennis lessons per week with a professional tennis coach • Tennis lessons include: tennis racquet, tennis balls and court use English PLUS Golf • Two Golf lessons per week with a PGA golf professional • Golf lessons include: golf clubs, golf balls and use of the driving range English PLUS Scuba-Diving (PADI) • Scuba-Diving theory lesson, exam and two ocean dives over two weekends • Scuba-Diving lessons include: diving equipment and wetsuits Entry Requirements • Open to students on a Working Holiday visa or Tourist visa only
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Duration • 1 to 4 weeks Program Dates • Monday 29th July - Friday 23rd August 2013 Student Age Group • For students 10 to 18 years old (closed class) Program Description • Monday to Friday: total of 19 hours of English lessons and 6 hours of Activities (in the afternoon) • Saturday: Full day Excursion Why choose BROWNS Junior Program? • English lessons are interesting and enjoyable, with an emphasis on conversational English • An exciting range of Activities and Excursions are offered by BROWNS • Homestay includes all meals – breakfast, lunch and dinner – plus transportation by car, to and from the school • Our Homestay Coordinator is available to help young students adjust to Homestay life (every student is issued with a 24/7 emergency telephone number)r
Why choose BROWNS Study Tours? • BROWNS Study Tours are a great way for you to improve your English and experience “the Australian way of life”.o • BROWNS will customise a Study Tour to suit your interests and requirements. Let us know what your focus is and our Study Tour Coordinator will design a unique program that meets your educational/professional needs. Sample Timetable - Week 1 Morning Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat Sun
Afternoon
English Lesson English Lesson English Lesson Surfing Lesson English Lesson Surfers Paradise Tour English Lesson English Lesson English Lesson Farewell BBQ Day Trip to Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary Depart Airport in the morning
Sample Timetable - Week 2 Morning Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat Sun
Afternoon
English Lesson Orientation English Lesson English Lesson English Lesson Adventure Duck English Lesson English Lesson English Lesson Local School Visit Day Trip to Movie World Stay with Host Family
Teaching Style and Progress Monitoring The BROWNS Teaching Style Our philosophy is that for every hour that a student spends in class, they should be able to identify clear learning outcomes. Our teaching team is responsible for providing this focused learning environment. Teacher Assessment of the Learner We use a variety of assessment techniques to gauge student progress at BROWNS. Assessing students is done both formally, using paper tests and speaking interviews, and informally, through monitoring of student participation and performance in class, in Accelerate and through homework tasks. As our teachers are masters of their craft, we trust them to measure student progress and provide feedback to the students on areas of strength and areas for improvement. Engaging the Learner Every student learns differently, and at BROWNS, we make sure we support these different learning styles. Whether you are a kinesthetic, visual or auditory learner, or a combination of all three, we provide a variety of tasks and a supportive learning environment to meet your learning needs. We also ensure we address your motivations and find ways to motivate you according to your situation or desired study goals.
BROWNS Jobs Club BROWNS Jobs Club will provide you up-to-date information about job vacancies in the Brisbane area, Gold Coast area and Australia-wide. This is a completely free service available to all BROWNS students. Employers and areas of employment include: Our students find work in one or more of the following areas : • Restaurants and Cafes • Hotels, Motels and Backpacker Hostels • Shopping Centres and Fashion Boutiques • Supermarkets and Convenience Stores • Travel Agencies and Tour Operators • Fruit and Vegetable Farms • Manual Labour and Gardening businesses The Role of our Job Advisor Jobs Club is held every week at BROWNS Brisbane Campus and BROWNS Gold Coast Campus. Our experienced Job Advisor will help you to : • Write your CVs • Prepare for job interviews • Discover the best places to apply for works • Become familiar with Australian job websites • Understand Australian taxation Our Job Advisor regularly invites current BROWNS students who have found work to share their jobhunting experience at Jobs Club.
BROWNS Activities Program Our varied and exciting Activities Program is designed to help you explore Australia, have new experiences, make friends with people from all over the world and speak English all the time! Every month our dedicated Activities Coordinator plans a selection of sporting, sightseeing, cultural and social events and activities. Sample Weekly Activities Schedule - Brisbane Campus Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat
Squash Club Conversation Club Cooking Club Jobs Club Art and Craft Club Soccer Club Dance Club BBQ lunch in the park Student night at the Pub Dream World
Free Free Free Free Free Free Free Free $5.00 $39.99
Sample Weekly Activities Schedule - Gold Coast Campus Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat
Soccer Club Jobs Club Beach Volleyball Club Cooking Club Dance Club Conversation Club Tennis Club BBQ lunch in the park Student party at a Nightclub Movie World
Free Free Free Free Free Free Free Free $5.00 $39.99
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We offer you an outcome-focused learning environment and an exciting school activities program to bring your English “alive�.
BROWNS Student Life
Our Students A truly diverse student body - in background, nationality, interests and ambitions - is the foundation of the BROWNS “Student Life”. Indeed, these differences are critical to the BROWNS learning model, which thrives on the many perspectives and life experiences our students from all over the world bring to their English classes.
Nationality Composition Central Europe Eastern Europe Southern Europe Eastern Asia South Asia Russia Middle East South America Central America South Pacific
17% (average) 6% (average) 11% (average) 24% (average) 5% (average) 3% (average) 8% (average) 21% (average) 2% (average) 3% (average)
Excellent Student Satisfaction With a student satisfaction rating of 98%, BROWNS is one of the top English Language School’s in the world for student satisfaction, which highlights the excellence found at BROWNS for the student experience. Our comprehensive digital Student Satisfaction Survey allows students to rank BROWNS on 5 criteria: English Language Curriculum, School Facilities, Teaching Professionals, Student Accommodation and Student Services. The evidence to support this claim is clear : BROWNS was the 2010 Winner of the prestigious STM Star Award “English Language School Southern Hemisphere” and the 2012 Winner of the Queensland and Australian Export Award for “Education and Training”.
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BROWNS Homestay (Brisbane / Gold Coast) Use your English skills in everyday situations with BROWNS Homestay. Your Homestay Family will provide you with a private bedroom and desk, breakfast and dinner Monday to Friday and all meals on the weekends. Homestay families are located on average 30 minutes from the BROWNS Brisbane Campus and the BROWNS Gold Coast Campus, by bus, train or walking. You will be sent a profile of your Homestay family, including photos, enabling you to become familiar with your new Australian hosts. Our Homestay Coordinator is available to talk to you if you need advice about adjusting to Homestay family life in Australia.
BROWNS Luxury Student Accommodation (Brisbane / Gold Coast) Each BROWNS Luxury Student Apartment has 2 twin-share bedrooms, 2 modern bathrooms and a well-equipped kitchen with high-quality appliances. The apartments are attractively designed with comfortable furnishings, an LCD TV screen, video player and free WiFi. Students can appreciate a magnificent view of the Southport Broadwater or Brisbane Parklands from their apartment balcony. Students also have free access to the building’s facilities: pool, spa, steam-room, gym and BBQ pavilion.
BROWNS Airport Pickup Service (Brisbane / Gold Coast) Our representative driver will welcome you at the airport and take you directly to your accommodation.
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BROWNS Brisbane Campus
BROWNS Gold Coast Campus
Postal Address
Contact BROWNS
Level 1, 102 Adelaide Street Brisbane 4000 Queensland Australia T: (+61 7) 3221 7871
5-7 Marshall Lane Southport 4215 Queensland Australia T: (+61 7) 5561 1192
PO Box 10485 Southport BC 4215 Queensland Australia
E:info@brownsels.com.au T: (+61 7) 5561 1192 F: (+61 7) 5561 1196 W: www.brownsels.com.au
CRICOS Provider Number: 02663M ABN: 23 067 191 491 BROWNS English Language School Pty Ltd as Trustee for BROWNS English Language School Trust