Study English on the Sunshine Coast
Beaches, local life and real-world English
Live on the Sunshine Coast
There’s another side to studying in Australia. One where the beach is minutes from class, the people around you are mostly locals and English quickly becomes the language of everyday life.
Welcome to Maroochydore, the heart of the Sunshine Coast: a growing coastal city with great beaches, cafés, shopping, nightlife and work opportunities, but without the crowds and international student bubble of Australia’s major study destinations.
Why the Sunshine Coast?
Experience local Australia
The Sunshine Coast remains refreshingly different from Australia’s major study destinations. Live, work and socialise in a predominantly local community, with countless opportunities to use English naturally every day.
Coast without compromise
You don’t have to choose between beach life and convenience. Maroochydore combines kilometres of coastline with shopping, cafés, restaurants, entertainment and everything you need for everyday life.
Work and study
A growing population and strong hospitality, tourism and retail sectors create plenty of opportunities for part-time work, without the competition found in Australia’s biggest student cities.
Why Lexis Sunshine Coast?
Central Maroochydore
Study in central Maroochydore with Sunshine Plaza next door and beaches, cafés, restaurants, entertainment and work opportunities all around you.
A genuinely local campus
A smaller international student population means your English doesn’t disappear when class finishes. The campus gives you a base from which to become part of the wider Sunshine Coast community.
Serious about English
Experienced teachers and individual study planning help you make the most of your time at Lexis, with your progress and goals kept firmly in sight.
Make yourself at home
Life in Maroochydore is easy to settle into. The campus sits right in the middle of the action, with Sunshine Plaza next door, Ocean Street nearby and beaches, cafés, restaurants and everyday essentials all within easy reach.
When class finishes, head to the beach, meet friends for coffee, explore Maroochydore’s bars and restaurants or simply enjoy having more space and less rush than you’d find in Australia’s bigger cities.
Beaches & theme parks
10km of golden beaches, Maroochy surf and Australia Zoo nearby.
Nature & wildlife
Glass House Mountains, Fraser Island and the Everglades on your doorstep.
Nightlife & shopping
Sunshine Plaza and the Ocean Street bars and clubs next to campus.
300+ cafes & restaurants
Relaxed beachfront dining and great local coffee.
Courses at our Sunshine Coast campus
Shown for over-18s. Use the program finder for your exact options by visa and age.
Where you’ll live
Homestay: Single
Live with a local family, breakfast & dinner included.
Student House (River House)
Comfortable share house near the river and beach.
Student House (River Loft)
Great-value single and queen rooms.
Optional trips & adventures
Beyond class, explore the Sunshine Coast and beyond with Lexis Travel: add trips straight to your quote.
Australia Zoo
Meet the wildlife at the Irwin family’s world-famous zoo.
from $64.95
Snorkel with Turtles, Mudjimba Island
Swim with sea turtles just off the coast.
from $89
Turtle School + Snorkelling
Learn to freedive and snorkel with marine life.
from $149
Fraser Island (K’gari)
Overnight 4WD adventure on the world’s largest sand island.
from $629
Double Island Point Dolphin Kayak
Paddle with dolphins at Rainbow Beach.
from $162
Visit Lexis Sunshine Coast
Drop in, call or email. Our Maroochydore team is here to help.
Lexis Sunshine Coast Maroochydore · QLD
Level 6, 26 Duporth Avenue, Maroochydore QLD 4558
Sunshine Coast English College Pty Ltd · CRICOS 01632D
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Your week at Lexis Sunshine Coast
Two 90-minute lessons to midday, Power Up! or exam Lesson 3 to 13:30, then activities, workshops and academic support to 14:45. Part-time: 8:30 – 12:00.
Evening timetables run at our Sydney (Manly) and Perth campuses.
What students say about Lexis Sunshine Coast
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I'm really happy to have started this period of studies at lexis school, it will always remain in my heart but I think I'll be back.
친구들이 진짜 좋았고 Alana 라고 학생들 도와주는 선생님이 진짜 친절하고 적응 할 수 있게 별 별 도움을 다 주십니다. 궁금한거 있으면 하다못해 맛집추천이라도 다 물어보길 추천해요. 항상 성심성의껏 도와주십니다. 일단 오션뷰가 너무 좋고 친구들이 오래 있으려고 온 친구들이 더 많아서 (워홀,유학) 더 진짜 친구 만들기 좋았어요. 전반적으로는 추천하는데 교육의 질은 조금 떨어집니다. 반이 좀 더 세세하게 레벨을 나누어 구성되어야할 것 같다는 생각이 들고, 너무 산만한 애들이 많아서 힘들고 좀 루즈했어요 전체적으로.
I stayed at Lexis Sunshine Coast for five months and really enjoyed my experience. The teachers are supportive, professional, and always willing to help. The staff are friendly and welcoming as well. I highly recommend Lexis to anyone looking for a great English school!
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