IELTS Melbourne

Finding it

The test center is located next to Bean Lab. The entrance is on Level 1, where a coffee shop (Soaz 22) is also located. The speaking testing room is accessed by pushing a door to enter the waiting area and walking along a narrow hallway.

Parking

Parking is not mentioned in the reviews, so it is unclear if it is available, free, or paid.

Arrival tips

Arrive 30 minutes early to make the check-in process easier. The building has a sign out front for easy identification.

ID requirements

The ID requirements are not specified in the reviews.

Biometrics

Biometric requirements are not mentioned in the reviews.

Photo check-in

Photo check-in is not mentioned in the reviews.

Security

Security procedures include being escorted to the bathroom by a team member if you finish early. The test center has improved its procedures, such as changing how examiners work on their worksheets during the speaking test.

Building security

The building security procedures are not explicitly mentioned, but one reviewer noted that they had to push a door to enter the waiting area, suggesting some level of security.

Lockers

Locker size is not mentioned in the reviews.

Prohibited items

Prohibited items are not mentioned in the reviews.

Wait time

The wait time is not explicitly mentioned, but one reviewer noted they finished 30 minutes early and were not allowed to leave immediately.

Facility

The facilities are reported to be top-notch with a great view. The test center is well-organized and systematic.

Room capacity

The room capacity is not specified, but one reviewer mentioned a narrow hallway leading to the speaking testing room, suggesting it might not be very spacious.

Temperature

The temperature is not mentioned, so it is unclear if the room is cold or if test-takers should bring a sweater or jacket.

Noise level

The noise level is not explicitly mentioned, but one reviewer noted that the examiner can interrupt several times during the speaking test.

Restrooms

Restrooms are available, as mentioned by a reviewer who was escorted to the bathroom after finishing early.

Water

Water is not mentioned in the reviews, so it is unclear if it is provided.

Scratch paper

Scratch paper is not mentioned in the reviews, so it is unclear if it is provided.

Calculator

Calculators are not mentioned in the reviews, so it is unclear if they are provided or allowed.

Earplugs

Earplugs are not mentioned in the reviews, so it is unclear if they are provided or if test-takers should bring their own.

Break policy

Breaks are not explicitly mentioned, but one reviewer noted they were not allowed to leave early, suggesting breaks might be limited or scheduled.

WiFi

WiFi is not mentioned in the reviews, so it is unclear if it is available in the waiting area.

Nearby food

There is a coffee shop (Soaz 22) on Level 1 of the building.

Public transit

Public transit options are not mentioned in the reviews.