English for Speakers of
Other Languages- ESOL

Download a printable ESOL programme here

Term 3 DISCOUNT for Early Enrolment!! Enrol and pay by 2 AUGUST and receive a discount of 20% on your course fee for these ESOL Courses.

EVENING COURSES ~ SATURDAY CLASSES

Welcome to Northcote, New Zealand. If you have recently arrived here, or if you have been here for some time, one of our ESOL courses will be right for you.
We offer courses to help you settle in and to learn those English words & phrases that are unique to New Zealand. Meet other migrants from all around the world and make new friends while improving your English skills.

These courses are partly funded by the NZ Government for New Zealand Residents over 16 years of age. Non residents may enrol, but are required to pay a surcharge of 50% in addition to the course fee unless they hold a Work Visa and IRD number. (Please bring evidence of your status when you enrol.)

NOTE: If you have pre-purchased English tuition through Immigration New Zealand’s English for Migrants Programme run by TEC (Tertiary Education Commission) you can use this to pay for courses here. Just bring your passport and a copy of your EFM Agreement with you when you come to enrol.

Our friendly well-qualified tutors include:

Elizabeth Collins BA, RSA Cert in TEFLA, Cert Tch Reg
Darian Godfrey BA, Cert TEFL
Jimmy Huang BA,AIS St Helens TEFL Cert
Margi Keys Dip Tch,CELTA
Jan Tyler CLTA, Dip TESOL, Cert ESOL Home Tutoring

If you're not sure which class to join please come to a FREE Introductory Evening from 7-8pm on Monday 2 AUGUST or, for term 4, Monday 11 OCTOBER. Please come to the office at the back of the carpark at 6 Kauri Glen Rd, (enter through Gate 5) Northcote and we'll show you where to go. Our tutors will help you choose the right course for you.

General English - Beginners / Elementary
7 - 9 pm Mondays & Wednesdays (4 hours per week)
You need to know the English alphabet to attend this course. The course covers grammar, reading, writing and conversation at Beginners / Elementary level. Study of New Zealand customs & culture will help you improve your English language skills. You will need to buy a textbook.

General English - Pre-Intermediate
7 - 9 pm Mondays & Wednesdays (4 hours per week)
This course covers grammar, reading, writing and conversation at Pre-Intermediate level. Study of New Zealand customs & culture will help you improve your English language skills. You will need to buy a textbook.

General English - Intermediate
7 - 9 pm Mondays & Wednesdays (4 hours per week)
This course covers grammar, reading, writing and conversation at Intermediate level. Study of New Zealand customs & culture will help you improve your English language skills. You will need to buy a textbook.

Students come to Northcote College from all around the world.
Tutor, Margi Keys, with her Conversation Class.

English Conversation
7 - 9 pm Tuesdays & Thursdays (4 hours per week)
Improve your English speaking and listening skills in this relaxed and friendly class. Gain confidence to hold conversations in English with people outside the classroom. No textbook necessary. Level Pre-Intermediate plus.

Prepare for IELTS Academic & Advanced English
7 - 9 pm Tuesdays & Thursdays (4 hours per week)
This course will give you an excellent overview of the IELTS Academic test and preparation in the necessary skills. Good preparation for those intending University study and hoping for very good IELTS test results to guarantee entry to university degree courses. Students should be of Upper Intermediate level and prepared to do homework. You will need to buy a textbook.

Prepare for IELTS General
7 - 9 pm Tuesdays & Thursdays (4 hours per week)
This course is designed to meet the needs of students preparing to take the General Module of the International English Language Testing System. The course provides practice in the complete range of skills required for IELTS. You will need to buy a textbook. Level Intermediate+

Term 3 DISCOUNT for Early Enrolment!! Enrol and pay by 2 AUGUST and receive a discount of 20% on your course fee.

SATURDAY CLASSES - 9am-12.15pm

English Pronunciation
Pronunciation is one of the hardest aspects of English to master. In this class we will look at various techniques to improve pronunciation and speech clarity. We will also introduce the IPA (International Phonetic Alphabet) so you can continue to refine your speech after the course has finished. (Level: Pre-Intermediate +)
9am-12.15pm Saturdays

Business / Workplace English
This course is suitable for foreign students interested in learning English commonly used in the workplace, especially those intending to work or those who have recently commenced employment in New Zealand. It focuses on day to day communication in the workplace. Role plays will help you gain confidence and prepare you for working in N.Z. Topics include person-to-person communication, understanding cultural differences, phone calls, writing, exchanging information and writing simple reports. This class will also cover conversation on current events to give you confidence to chat with your work colleagues at morning tea and lunchtime. (Level Pre-Intermediate+)
9am-12.15pm Saturdays

THURSDAY EVENINGS ONLY 7-9.20pm

Not sure which class to take?

Come to our Open Evening on MONDAY 2 AUGUST from 7-8pm at 6 Kauri Glen Rd, Northcote - come in through School Gate 5

Meet the teachers and find which is the best course for you.

	"...my life was changed...." "After I started this evening class my life was changed and fulfilled and there is no time to feel bored. Talking with new friends from all over countries was really fun. I found that I was not alone as a foreign immigrant." - Jonny

	"Great course..." "This is a very valuable English course. I really enjoyed what I learned."