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Everyday English


Our Everyday English courses will build your confidence in written and spoken English and support you to engage with your local community.

For formal, accredited English certificate courses, please see our English Courses Page.

Course Code N/A
Entry Requirements Permanent Resident (must hold a current Green Medicare Card)
Course Description Develop your understanding of Australian culture and practice your English language skills to prepare for the Australian Citizenship Test.

Develop your understanding of Australian culture in the community and the workplace while you build skills in speaking, listening, reading and writing English.

In this small, friendly class you will build the skills needed to:
• For the Australian citizenship test
• Confidently participate in the local community
• Develop an understanding of Australian workplace culture.

Pathway Further study (English or vocational studies), volunteer work or employment
Location Prace – Merrilands Community Centre
35 Sturdee St, Reservoir
Days Friday
Time 9:15am – 12:15pm
Date 31st January – 4th April 2025

(no classes on school or public holidays)

Duration 10 Sessions
Cost Free
Enrolment Call 9462 6077 or visit us at Merrilands Community Centre.
Amenities Tea and coffee provided. BYO snacks.

Training is delivered with Victorian and Commonwealth government funding.

This is a Learn Local endorsed course.

This course counts towards Workforce Australia mutual obligation requirements.

Course Code N/A
Entry Requirement Australian citizen or Permanent resident or eligible asylum seeker
Course Description This small, friendly class helps people build skills in speaking, listening, reading and writing English.

You will learn the skills needed to communicate with others in your community, enhance life skills, increase your employability and open new education pathways.

Designed for anyone looking to improve their English, this supportive program helps build English language skills.

Become a student at Prace and enjoy the benefits of belonging to a vibrant,  welcoming community

Pathway Further study (English or vocational studies), volunteer work or employment
Location Mernda Community House – 2 Heals Rd, Mernda
Days Thursdays
Time 9.30am – 12.00pm
Date 6th February – 3rd July 2025

(no classes on school or public holidays)

Duration 20 Sessions
Cost Free
Enrolment Call 9462 6077 or visit us at Merrilands Community Centre. Or, call Mernda
Community House on 0475 454 133
Amenities Tea and coffee provided. BYO snacks.

Training is delivered with Victorian and Commonwealth government funding.

This is a Learn Local endorsed course.

This course counts towards Workforce Australia mutual obligation requirements.

Course Code N/A
Entry Requirements Australian citizen or Permanent resident or eligible asylum seeker
Course Description This small, friendly class helps people build skills in speaking, listening, reading and writing English.

You will learn the skills needed to communicate with others in your community, enhance life skills, increase your employability and open new education pathways.

Designed for anyone looking to improve their English, this supportive program helps build English language skills.

Become a student at Prace and enjoy the benefits of belonging to a vibrant,  welcoming community

Pathway This course prepares students for further study (English, vocational studies) and volunteer work
Location Thomastown Neighbourhood House

52 Main Street, Thomastown

Days Tuesdays
Time 10.00am – 1.00pm
Date 4th February – 1st July 2025

(no classes on school or public holidays)

Duration 19 sessions
Cost Free
Enrolment Call Prace on 9462 6077 or visit us at Merrilands Community Centre – 35 Sturdee St, Reservoir

Enquiries can also be made at Thomastown Neighbourhood House

Amenities Tea & coffee provided, BYO snacks

Training is delivered with Victorian and Commonwealth government funding.

This is a Learn Local endorsed course.

This course counts towards Workforce Australia mutual obligation requirements.

Course Code N/A
Entry Requirements Australian citizen or Permanent resident or eligible asylum seeker
Course Description Improve your English, make new friends and learn more about your local community.

Join our friendly and supportive program helping local residents build their confidence in written and spoken English.
You will learn the English you need to engage in community activities, pursue further education or undertake volunteer work.

• Friendly and supportive teachers
• Make new friends
• Increase your confidence
• Focus on written and spoken English

Pathway This course prepares students for further study (English, vocational studies) and volunteer work
Location Thomastown West Community Hub

Main Street, Thomastown

(Next to Thomastown West Primary School)

Days Wednesdays
Time 9.30am – 2.00pm
Date 5th February – 2nd July 2025

(no classes on school or public holidays)

Duration 20 sessions
Cost Free
Enrolment Call Prace on 9462 6077 or visit us at Merrilands Community Centre – 35 Sturdee St, Reservoir

Enquiries can also be made at Thomastown West Primary School Main Office

Amenities Tea & coffee provided, BYO snacks

Training is delivered with Victorian and Commonwealth government funding.

This is a Learn Local endorsed course.

This course counts towards Workforce Australia mutual obligation requirements.

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