Hawthorn-Melbourne

What Hawthorn-Melbourne does

Hawthorn-Melbourne is a Melbourne-based English Language Intensive Courses for Overseas Students (ELICOS) provider founded in 1986 and operated as a wholly-owned subsidiary of Navitas Pty Ltd, the global education group serving over 60,000 students annually. The school delivers English programs to more than 1,900 students per year drawn from over 40 countries, with its flagship offering being the University of Melbourne English Language Bridging Program (UMELBP), for which Hawthorn-Melbourne is the sole external provider. The product portfolio spans General English, English for Academic Purposes (EAP), English for High School (EfHS), IELTS Preparation, Intensive Academic Preparation (IAP), English for Business, Study Tours, and a July Holiday Program, supported by ancillary services including myEssentials personalized learning support, the Hawthorn Activity Program, homestay and independent accommodation, and airport reception.

The technology platform is built on a customized Moodle learning management system that provides online study materials and self-study activities, complemented by interactive SMART boards in all 28 classrooms. The school's purpose-designed campus at 333 Exhibition Street in Melbourne CBD opened in January 2024, occupying two levels of a multi-story building within walking distance of the University of Melbourne, and was awarded GOLD in the Melbourne Design Awards 2024.

The business model is B2C education services revenue, primarily weekly tuition at $540–$695 per week depending on course level, supplemented by one-time enrolment fees ($295), material fees ($20–25/week), accommodation placement ($360) and weekly homestay fees ($440–$460), airport reception ($210 per one-way transfer), and Overseas Student Health Cover commissions through Allianz Care. Distribution combines a self-serve direct application channel via the website with a global network of independent education agents operating in multiple countries, supported by localized content in 10+ languages. The institution is regulated under CRICOS, ESOS, TEQSA, and ASQA frameworks, and is a member of English Australia.

Name

Hawthorn-Melbourne

Legal name

Hawthorn Learning Pty Ltd

Website

https://hawthornenglish.edu.au

Company type

Private

Founded year

1986

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

51–100 employees

Short description

Hawthorn-Melbourne is a Melbourne-based ELICOS provider (founded 1986, part of the Navitas group) that teaches 1,900+ international students annually, delivering English pathway programs including the sole external University of Melbourne Bridging Program from a CBD campus opened in 2024.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

English Language Education (ELICOS)

NAICS

Other Schools and Instruction (6116), Educational Support Services (61171)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro industry

PRIMARYEDAIAEAB

English Language Schools (ESL/EFL)

Education/International Education & Study Abroad/Overseas Language Schools & Immersion Programs

SECONDARYEDAIAJAF

Integrated Language + Academic Skills (EAP) Bridging Programs

Education/International Education & Study Abroad/Overseas Pathway, Foundation & Bridging Programs

SECONDARYEDANACAB

Academic Language Support (ESL/EFL for School & University)

Education/Tutoring & Test Preparation/Language Tutoring & Exam Prep

SECONDARYEDAIAIAC

Subject-Specific Short Courses & Academies (e.g., STEM, Business, Arts)

Education/International Education & Study Abroad/International Summer/Winter Schools & Short-Term Academic Programs

Keywords

• English language training
• University pathway programs
• IELTS preparation courses
• International student services
• Homestay accommodation services

Headquarters

HQ city

Hawthorn

HQ country

Australia

HQ region

Oceania

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure, Technology or R&D

Revenue model

1. Tuition Fees: Core revenue from English language courses including General English ($540/week), English for High School ($550/week), UMELBP ($695/week), with material fees of $20-25/week.
2. Accommodation Services: Homestay placement services and accommodation management for international students, including placement fees ($360) and weekly homestay fees ($440-460/week).
3. Airport Reception Services: Airport pick-up and reception services for arriving students at $210 per one-way transfer.
4. Enrolment Fees: One-time enrolment fee of $295 charged to new students.
5. Health Insurance (OSHC): Overseas Student Health Cover arrangements through Allianz Care, including single ($74-77/month), dual family ($419-503/month), and multi-family ($812-893/month) policies.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

Hawthorn-Melbourne is an English Language Intensive Courses for Overseas Students (ELICOS) provider in Melbourne, Australia, delivering academic and general English programs to international students. Its flagship offering is the University of Melbourne English Language Bridging Program (UMELBP), the sole external pathway endorsed by the University of Melbourne, supplemented by General English, English for Academic Purposes, IELTS Preparation, English for High School, English for Business, and Intensive Academic Preparation courses. Supporting services include homestay accommodation, airport reception, myEssentials personalized academic support, and the Hawthorn Activity Program.

Product overview

Hawthorn-Melbourne is an English language intensive courses provider (ELICOS) offering a comprehensive portfolio of English language programs as a pathway to further education in Australia. The core offering centers on the University of Melbourne English Language Bridging Program (UMELBP), which is the sole externally endorsed pathway to the University of Melbourne, supplemented by General English, English for Academic Purposes, IELTS Preparation, Intensive Academic Preparation, English for High School, and English for Business courses. Supporting services include myEssentials (personalized academic support), the Hawthorn Activity Program, homestay accommodation services, and airport reception. The institution serves over 1900 students annually from more than 40 countries and is part of the Navitas global education group.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• University of Melbourne English Language Bridging Program (UMELBP)
• General English
• English for High School (EfHS)
• English for Academic Purposes (EAP)
• IELTS Preparation
• Intensive Academic Preparation (IAP)
• English for Business
• Study Tours
• July Holiday Program
• myEssentials
• Homestay Accommodation
• Independent Accommodation
• Airport Reception Service
• Hawthorn Activity Program (HAP)

Quantifiable outcome

• Successful completion of UMELBP provides direct entry to the University of Melbourne without requiring additional English tests.
• +1 more outcomes

Named customers1 record

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature2 records

Partnerships

Six partnerships are on record, tiered core.

• University of MelbournecoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 1986Hawthorn-Melbourne is endorsed by the University of Melbourne as a provider of English language intensive courses for overseas students. It is the sole external provider of the University of Melbourne English Language Bridging Program (UMELBP), which serves as an established pathway for international students to the prestigious University of Melbourne.
• Allianz CarecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPreferred Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC) provider for Hawthorn-Melbourne international students. Provides comprehensive health insurance policies including single, dual family, and multi-family coverage options for student visa holders.
• Australian Homestay Network (AHN)coreImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerRegistered homestay provider for Hawthorn-Melbourne, arranging accommodation and welfare arrangements for underage student visa holders (14-18 years) who require a Confirmation of Appropriate Accommodation and Welfare (CAAW) letter.
• English AustraliacoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerMember of English Australia, an association representing over 100 English language education providers committed to delivering the highest quality education and support services. Members must comply with a Code of Conduct and are subject to formal Disciplinary Procedures.
• Navitas Pty LtdcoreOthersHawthorn-Melbourne is part of the wider Navitas education group, a leading global education provider that helps transform lives through education. Navitas delivers educational services to over 60,000 aspirational students across its global network each year.
• TEQSA (Tertiary Education Quality and Standards Agency)coreOthersAustralian Government agency that monitors and regulates quality of international education. Registered on Commonwealth Register of Institutions and Courses for Overseas Students (CRICOS).

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights3 records

Direct peers

• ILSC Education Group: Large multi-national ESL and EAP provider with campuses in Australia. Direct overlap in core ESL/EAP course portfolio, intake flexibility, and international student recruitment model via global agent networks.
• ELC English Language Centres: Australian ELICOS provider closely comparable to Hawthorn-Melbourne: General English, EAP, IELTS prep, and Cambridge preparation for international students, with multiple campuses and a pathway focus toward Australian universities.
• Navitas English: Sister company of Hawthorn-Melbourne under the same Navitas parent, also delivering ELICOS programs in Australia with a similar pathway positioning. Direct overlap in product (General English, EAP, IELTS prep) and customer base (international students seeking entry to Australian universities).
• Lexis English: Australian-focused ELICOS provider with multiple campuses offering General English, EAP, and IELTS preparation, plus pathway arrangements with Australian universities. Closely comparable in scale, course mix, and pathway orientation.
• Embassy Study Group (Study Group): International education provider combining English language preparation with direct pathway programs to partner universities. Operates Australian centres and is closely comparable in EAP/pathway model and target international student segment.
• EC English Language Centres: Global chain of English language schools with Australian campuses, offering General English, Academic English, and IELTS prep to international students. Comparable product mix and student demographic to Hawthorn-Melbourne.
• Embassy English: Established global ESL school brand with Australian campuses offering General English, IELTS, and EAP. Similar customer base (international students) and product structure to Hawthorn-Melbourne.
• Kaplan International Languages: Global English language school operator with a strong Australia presence, offering General English, EAP, and IELTS preparation. Comparable in scale, course portfolio, and target customer (international students pursuing university pathway).

Broad incumbents

• IDP Education: Larger global player in international student placement, IELTS testing, and English language services. Comparable in serving the same international student funnel into Australian universities, but operates at much greater scale and breadth across the international education value chain.

Regional players

• RMIT English Worldwide: University-owned ELICOS program based at RMIT in Melbourne, offering General English, EAP, and direct entry pathways into RMIT programs. Directly comparable in course portfolio, Melbourne-based delivery, and pathway positioning.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance7 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

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