With the Pacific Ocean to the east, and the Tasman Sea to the west, New Zealand is an island nation with a population of only 4.2 million. New Zealand was probably first settled by the Maori - Polynesians who arrived from the Hawaiian islands over 1000 years ago. European settlement didn’t begin until the 17th Century, with the British colonising the islands and exploiting its vast natural resources, timber, whales and seals, and also fighting many wars with the Maori tribes over the land.

Eventually the British and Maori chiefs signed a peace treaty and relations between European and Maori have improved greatly since. Today, the people of New Zealand come together in a wonderful mixture of races, cultures, and ethnic backgrounds. The Lifestyle is casual and relaxed. New Zealanders, or "Kiwis", are known for their friendliness, tolerance and modesty.

Located on the shores of the Waitemata Harbour and with a population of 1.4 million, Auckland is New Zealand’s largest and most cosmopolitan city, and the centre of NZ’s business and culture.

In Auckland you can enjoy theatre, the arts, restaurants, sporting events, outdoor activities and more.

The central business district, where the school is located, is surrounded by some beautiful parks and reserves, and just a short drive away are located some of Auckland ‘s finest beaches. Auckland is a multicultural society, drawn from many ethnic backgrounds, where Maori European and Asian cultures mix in an atmosphere of friendly tolerance.

The school, established in 1984, is one of the longest established private English Language Training Establishments in New Zealand.

It is located in the centre of Auckland City, next to a park and a church.

It is close to inner-city conveniences such as banks, shops, post office, bus stations, restaurants and cafes, while at the same time, located away from busy traffic noise.

The Downtown premises include 32 classrooms on six floors of two modern office buildings. Classrooms are spacious and all have natural light.

Other facilities include student lounges, a recreation room and a large self access centre offering internet and e-mail access for students, self study materials and library resources.

The school is equipped for a maximum of 450 students, however, the average number of students is 300-400. For more information about our partner school’s accreditation, please refer to Accreditations

Format is Integrated Skills (Speaking and Listening, Reading and Writing). Students use a core textbook.

Class work is theme-based : activities are focus on a weekly or bi-weekly topic, usually following the course book syllabus, so that students can develop useful vocabulary and share ideas in group discussions. Grammar and structure are introduced progressively and used in class communication activities.

Homework is given regularly. Every 5 weeks, students are tested and their progress is assessed. Students who pass the test, and have consistently participated in class and completed their homework, can move to the next level. Those who find their class too easy or too difficult, can ask to be moved to a more suitable level.

Details :

• Standard Program (Part Time) : 15 lessons per week
• 01 lesson = 60 minutes
• Level : from 100% beginner to advanced
• Duration : 1 to 12 weeks
• Starting Date : Every Monday (except on Public Holidays)
• Schedule : Monday to Friday from 9h00 to 12h15 (+ 15 minutes break)
• Maximum 15 students per group

Details :

• Intensive Program (Full Time) : 23 lessons per week
• 01 lesson = 60 minutes 
• Level : Pre Intermediate and Intermediate 
• Duration : 5 weeks 
• Specific Starting Dates 
• Maximum 15 students per group
• Schedule : Monday to Friday from 9h00 to 12h15 (+ 15 minutes break) and Monday to Thursday from 13h15 to 15h15 
• Material Fee (NZD 100 ) not included in course price

A 10- (or 12) week full time course (23 hours/week) designed specifically for students interested in sitting the Cambridge examinations.

The format of the exams is introduced and the classes are designed to teach the skills and language necessary to pass the exam.

These include interview techniques, essay writing, reading for gist and for specific information, grammar and vocabulary, idiomatic expressions and phrasal verbs.

Entry level:

• Upper Intermediate A (FCE);
• Upper Intermediate B (CAE)

The Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) Preparation Course is a 5-week full time course (23 hours/week) focusing on language skills relevant to this test.

The TOEFL preparation course focuses primarily on listening comprehension, structure and vocabulary development.

A wide range of language, from idiomatic, informal English, to very literary, formal English, is introduced and practised.

Practice tests (on computers) are part of the programme.

A 5-week part time course taught on Fridays afternoon, specially designed for students who intent to seat this World-recognised test.

TOEIC program is the most widely used General Business English language Exam and is taken more than 5 million times each year around the world.

As part of the TOEIC test-taking process, examinees will receive a document in support of their achievement.

All test takers will receive a score report as part of their assessment, and have the choice to order a Certificate of Achievement.

This is a five-week course using authentic materials, role-plays and simulations to provide a realistic preparation for those needing to use English in the work-place.

Topics covered include:

• letters, faxes, and memos
• telephone technique;
  
• international trade;
  
• marketing;
  
• meetings;
  
• sales and negotiation.

• Provision of contacts with potential employers
• Learning how to find a job in New Zealand
• Learning positive interview skills
• Help to set up Interviews
• Professional and attractive C.V.
• Provision of academic report
• 3 private sessions
• On-going support during your course
• IRD number application assistance
  

Details:

• Minimum Age: 18 years
• Min. Level of English: solid intermediate
• Job Placement Assistance fee: NZD 250 (not refundable)

Details :

• Intensive Program (Full Time) : 23 lessons per week
• One lesson = 60 minutes 
• Level : from pre-intermediate to advanced 
• Duration : 1 week minimum 
• Maximum 15 students per group
• Schedule : Mon-Fri from 9h00 to 12h15 (+ 15 minutes break) and Mon-Thu from 13h15 to 15h15 
• Starting Date : Every Monday (official starting dates recommended)
• Course entry subject to a minimum number of participants. 
• Minimum Age : 11 - Maximum Age : 17
  

Price : NZD 360.00 per week (course only)

Details :

• Standard Program (PartTime) : 15 lessons per week + Activities
• One lesson = 60 minutes 
• All Levels 
• Duration : 1- 8 weeks 
• Maximum 15 students per group
• Schedule : Mon-Fri from 9h00 to 12h15 (English lessons) and from 13h15 to 15h15 (Activities)
• Starting Date : Every Monday (during holiday period) (see below )
• Course entry subject to a minimum number of participants. 
• Minimum Age : 11 - Maximum Age : 17

Program Dates in 2010
Course 1: 7 December 2009 – 12 February 2010
Course 2: 8 June 2010 – 27 August 2010
Course 3: 6 December 2010 – mid February 2011

Students can start any Monday within the above course periods
Starting and finishing dates may vary across campuses

Price : NZD 520.00 per week (course + activities only)