We offer FREE English classes and Te Reo Māori classes. If you would like to learn a new language, you’ll be happy to know that we also often offer free classes in other languages such as Spanish.
English Conversation Group
The best way to learn a language is to practice speaking it and have a conversation with others! Join our English conversation group for FREE and learn English while meeting new people. You will gain confidence in your speaking and listening skills while having fun and learning in a creative way.
Class times: Every Thursday 9.00 am – 10.30 am
Te Reo Māori classes
Kia ora! If you are a new migrant to New Zealand, here is a great opportunity to learn Te Reo Māori. Classes are FREE – and are at the beginner level.
Class times:
Beginners’ Class: Tuesdays & Wednesdays 10.00 am – 12.00 pm
Intermediate Class: 1.00pm – 3.00pm
Spanish classes
Hola! Have you always wanted to learn Spanish? Our FREE beginner Spanish classes are perfect for gaining an introduction to the language.
Class times: Tuesdays 3.30pm – 5.30pm
English classes
*Please note: Our English classes noted below are currently full – we will not be taking any new enrolments for this class. We will provide an update once we are able to take on new enrolments. Instead, you can enrol for our English Conversation Group above!
‘English for everyday living’ classes with a qualified tutor will be held on Tuesday and Friday mornings. Small group tuition, with lots of interaction plus activities outside the classroom! We also have guest speakers on various topics. Classes are held during School Term time.
We will cover Listening, Speaking, Reading and Writing at an appropriate level. A typical lesson includes:
- ‘Partner talk’ – discussing a topic with a partner and then verbally reporting back to the group
- Tongue twisters
- Idioms and ‘Kiwispeak’
- Listening for meaning
- Pronunciation
- Grammar goodies
- Vocabulary extension
- Individual work on the Term’s topic (such as Health, Food, Weather, Celebrations, etc.)
- …………………..and more!!
Class times:
Tuesdays and Fridays
Beginner/Elementary Class:11am – 12pm
Intermediate Class: 9am – 10:40am