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English for Speakers of
Other Languages- ESOL


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EVENING COURSES ~ SATURDAY CLASSES

Welcome to Northcote, New Zealand. Whether you recently arrived or 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 only for New Zealand Residents over 16 years of age. (Please provide evidence of your residency status when you enrol.) Non residents may enrol, but are required to pay a surcharge of 50% in addition to the course fee.

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 English for Migrants (EFM) Agreement with you when you come to enrol.

Read the comments of previous students about Northcote ESOL courses.

Our friendly well-qualified tutors include:

Elizabeth Collins BA,RSA Cert TEFLA,CertTchReg
Jimmy Huang BA, AIS St Helens TEFL Cert
Zena Ough BA, Dip Tch,CELTA
Sylvia Ronayne BA, CELTA, RSA Cert TEFLA
Jan Tyler CLTA, Dip TESOL, Cert ESOL Home Tutoring Jan's Profile

If you're not sure which class to join please come to a FREE Introductory Evening from 7-8pm on Monday 23 APRIL
Please come to the office at the back of the carpark at 6 Kauri Glen Rd, Northcote (enter through School Gate 5) 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. 3801 - 7-9pm

Code Starts Weeks Ends Fee Non-Residents
2801 Mon 30 April 8 Wed 20 June $160 $240
3801 Mon 30 July 8 Wed 19 Sept $160 $240
4801 Wed 24 Oct 8 Mon 17 Dec $160 $240

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.

Code Starts Weeks Ends Fee Non-Residents
2802 Mon 30 April 8 Wed 20 June $160 $240
3802 Mon 30 July 8 Wed 19 Sept $160 $240
4802 Wed 24 Oct 8 Mon 17 Dec $160 $240

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.

Code Starts Weeks Ends Fee Non-Residents
2803 Mon 30 April 8 Wed 20 June $160 $240
3803 Mon 30 July 8 Wed 19 Sept $160 $240
4803 Wed 24 Oct 8 Mon 17 Dec $160 $240

ESOL Students come to Northcote College from all around the world.
Tutor, Jan Tyler, with her Pre-Intermediate Class.

English Conversation
7 - 9 pm Tuesdays ONLY (2 hours per week)
Practise speaking English in pairs and small groups. Gain confidence to speak fluently. Learn Kiwi idioms, discuss news articles, improve your pronunciation including Maori place names. No textbook necessary. Level Pre-Intermediate plus.

Code Starts Weeks Ends Fee Non-Residents
2804 Tue 1 May 8 Tue 19 June $80 $120

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.

Code Starts Weeks Ends Fee Non-Residents
2805A Tue 1 May 8 Thur 21 June $195 $292.50
3805A Tue 31 July 8 Thur 20 Sept $195 $292.50
4805A Tue 23 Oct 8 Thur 13 Dec $195 $292.50

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+

Code Starts Weeks Ends Fee Non-Residents
2805B Tue 1 May 8 Thur 21 June $195 $292.50
3805B Tue 31 July 8 Thur 20 Sept $195 $292.50
4805B Tue 23 Oct 8 Thur 13 Dec $195 $292.50

SATURDAY CLASSES

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 NB No class on Sat 2 June

Code Starts Weeks Ends Fee Non-Residents
2806 Sat 12 May 5 Sat 16 June $99 $148.50
3806 Sat 11 Aug 5 Sat 8 Sept $99 $148.50
4806 Sat 3 Nov 5 Sat 1 Dec $99 $148.50

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 NB No class on Sat 2 June

Code Starts Weeks Ends Fee Non-Residents
2807 Sat 12 May 5 Sat 16 June $99 $148.50
4807 Sat 3 Nov 5 Sat 1 Dec $99 $148.50
Read the comments of previous students about this course.

Not sure which class to take?

Come to our Open Evening on MONDAY 23 APRIL 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."
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