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Introduction to English Communication

Prior to a student settling into their host family and school, NZIIU offers an ‘Introduction to English Communication’ (IEC) at an additional cost.

This is designed to prepare students for life in New Zealand, assist them to adapt to New Zealand culture, their host family and school life, as well as give them an intensive start to their English. The course is available for either a 2 or 3 week duration, commencing in January before schools open for a new academic year. Subjects covered include; New Zealand homes, setting goals, school life, learning styles, personal safety, acceptable and unacceptable behaviour and many more. Students are then ready to start the school year with a greater confidence and better understanding of English. Schools have commented on the ease of NZIIU students to adapt and settle into school life as a result of this programme.
I learnt so many things in this year abroad as well as English eg. having responsibility, importance of friends, and cooperation. I think I could grow up a lot. I really appreciated that I could come here & do great experiences
ESOL

ESOL (English for Speakers of Other Languages) is offered as a subject in New Zealand schools. Some schools also offer an ELS course (English Literary Support), IELTS & SAT preparation classes with small class sizes. Students may choose to sit NCEA (New Zealand’s National Examinations) at the end of the academic year and to gain credits in ESOL with these courses designed to provide the opportunity for students to gain University Entrance literary credits. Secondary schools in New Zealand have fully qualified full time ESOL teachers.

Most schools test international students on arrival and place them in classes suited to their level of English. Students incorporate at least 4 hours of ESOL class into their mainstream timetables. Some schools offer a foundation (beginner) ESOL class for up to 20 periods for students with a lower level of English, however ESOL is usually offered at 4 to 8 hours per week. Many International Departments together with the ESOL teachers offer lunchtime ESOL and homework support and some even have in-class subject support.

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NZIIU is an incorporated non-profit, charitable trust approved by the Ministry of Education to promote international understanding through overseas student exchange. Our quality host family homestay programmes have been operating for over 20 years and in that time thousands of young people have experienced educational and cultural ex­changes between New Zealand and other countries.

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P: 09 520 6980, 0800 924 264
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