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Languages International

New Zealand’s first English language school: Languages International is an English language school for adults, located in the heart of Auckland City. Established in 1978, it is New Zealand’s most experienced English school. The school’s premises are two grand historic buildings in Albert Park, across the road from the University of Auckland and a short walk from downtown shopping, entertainment and transport.

A medium-sized school, with 100 to 150 students and a maximum of 14 students per class, Languages International has very high academic standards but a relaxed, friendly feeling thanks to its location and excellent support for students. The school has a spacious and well-resourced Learning Centre, where teacher-guided independent learning complements the students’ classroom-based lessons. Languages International is also a teacher-training provider, logging nearly 200 Cambridge CELTA courses and over 1700 graduates since 1988.

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NZD$495
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JANUARY 2026 FIRST INTAKE DEADLINE FOR COURSES WITH A STUDENT VISA: JULY 10TH

Spots are limited, and deadlines are subject to change. We recommend all students to contact Go! Go! Nihon and submit their application well in advance of the deadline. We are also accepting early applications for the April 2026 term.

Languages International

School features

Accepts Beginners

Perfect for first-time learners. No previous English knowledge is required, and classes start with the basics before progressing steadily to everyday communication.

Conversation-focused

Classes emphasise real-world speaking practice. Students spend most of their time interacting and building the confidence to communicate naturally in everyday situations.

IELTS Preparation

Specialist training for the Academic or General IELTS exam. Courses focus on helping students achieve a competitive score.

Job Support

Career services help students prepare for the job market through CV checks, interview practice, and guidance on employment opportunities.

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Our Courses

Languages International

General English

Languages International offers a range of English language courses: General English, English for Business, English for University and preparation courses for Cambridge exams and IELTS. Maximum flexibility is a key feature: General English is available from any Monday, and as all courses (except Executive) are priced the same, it's easy and costs nothing to change from General English to other courses and back again.

Course length

Minimum 2 weeks, no maximum. Courses of 14 weeks or longer are eligible for student visas, which include 25 hours per week work rights. A New Zealand Working Holiday visa allows up to 6 months of study.

Available starts

Every Monday, except for the 2 weeks during Christmas and New Year.

Schedule (weekdays)

Morning class: 8:30 - 10:35

Afternoon class: 11:05 - 13:10

Course hours per week: 23

1 week
to 3 months
3 months
to 6 months
6 months
to 9 months
9 months
to 1 year

1 week

NZD$495

2 weeks

NZD$990

3 weeks

NZD$1,485

4 weeks (≈ 1 month)

NZD$1,980

5 weeks

NZD$2,475

6 weeks

NZD$2,970

7 weeks

NZD$3,465

8 weeks (≈ 2 months)

NZD$3,960

9 weeks

NZD$4,455

10 weeks

NZD$4,950

11 weeks

NZD$5,445

12 weeks (≈ 3 months)

NZD$5,940

13 weeks

NZD$6,435

14 weeks

NZD$6,930

15 weeks

NZD$7,425

16 weeks (≈ 4 months)

NZD$7,920

17 weeks

NZD$8,415

18 weeks

NZD$8,910

19 weeks

NZD$9,405

20 weeks

NZD$9,900

21 weeks (≈ 5 months)

NZD$10,395

22 weeks

NZD$10,890

23 weeks

NZD$11,385

24 weeks

NZD$11,880

25 weeks

NZD$12,375

26 weeks (≈ 6 months)

NZD$12,870

27 weeks

NZD$13,365

28 weeks

NZD$13,860

29 weeks

NZD$14,355

30 weeks (≈ 7 months)

NZD$14,850

31 weeks

NZD$15,345

32 weeks

NZD$15,840

33 weeks

NZD$16,335

34 weeks

NZD$16,830

35 weeks (≈ 8 months)

NZD$17,325

36 weeks

NZD$17,820

37 weeks

NZD$18,315

38 weeks

NZD$18,810

39 weeks (≈ 9 months)

NZD$19,305

40 weeks

NZD$19,800

41 weeks

NZD$20,295

42 weeks

NZD$20,790

43 weeks (≈ 10 months)

NZD$21,285

44 weeks

NZD$21,780

45 weeks

NZD$22,275

46 weeks

NZD$22,770

47 weeks

NZD$23,265

48 weeks (≈ 11 months)

NZD$23,760

Registration fee

NZD$265

Registration fee is not included in the price. Courses lasting 9 weeks or more do not require a registration fee.

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Total course costs

Disclaimer: Prices in currencies other than euro are estimated based on the latest exchange rates.

Includes tuition, registration and materials. Doesn’t include accommodation, insurance or airport transfers

Registration fee

NZD$265
Up to 20% off full-time courses if you contact Go! Go! English Today.
Go! Go! English students can now study at Languages International in Auckland and benefit from savings of up to 20%!
  • $395 per week for courses of 21 weeks and longer
  • $420 per week for courses of 9 to 20 weeks
  • $445 per week for courses of 2 to 8 weeks
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COURSE DETAILS

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BEGINNER

Building Confidence and Basic Communication

In the early stages of your learning journey at Languages International (Levels 1-2), the focus is on building a strong foundation for communication. Students at this level will learn to understand and use familiar everyday expressions and basic phrases. You will develop the ability to introduce yourself and others, and ask and answer questions about personal details such as where you live, people you know, and things you have. By the end of this stage, you can expect to interact in a simple way provided the other person talks slowly and clearly. The goal is to move you from listening to actively participating in simple exchanges.

INTERMEDIATE

Fluency, Detail, and Independent Expression

As you progress to the Intermediate stages (Levels 3-5), your command of English expands significantly. You will learn to deal with most situations likely to arise whilst travelling in an area where the language is spoken. Learning outcomes focus on producing simple connected text on topics which are familiar or of personal interest. You will be able to describe experiences and events, dreams, hopes, and ambitions, and briefly give reasons and explanations for opinions and plans. This is a crucial phase where students often transition from general conversation to more academic or professional contexts, such as preparing for the English for Business or English for University pathways.

ADVANCED

Precision, Nuance, and Professional Application

At the Advanced levels (Levels 6-8), you are refining your English for high-level academic and professional success. Students expect to understand a wide range of demanding, longer texts, and recognize implicit meaning. You will learn to express yourself fluently and spontaneously without much obvious searching for expressions. The curriculum focuses on using language flexibly and effectively for social, academic, and professional purposes. You will be able to produce clear, well-structured, detailed text on complex subjects, showing controlled use of organizational patterns, connectors, and cohesive devices. This stage prepares you specifically for rigorous exams like Cambridge C1 Advanced and C2 Proficiency, or for entering the workforce as a highly competent speaker.

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Campuses & Location

Auckland

Languages International is in the heart of Auckland City, close to downtown shopping, entertainment and transport. The school’s setting is unique: its historic premises are surrounded by the trees and gardens of Albert Park. Just across the road from the school is the University of

Auckland, a convenient place for our students to buy lunch, look through the bookshop or pay for transport passes. Auckland is the largest city in New Zealand, with a population of around 1.5 million. It’s a vibrant, cosmopolitan city and an important educational centre, with three universities and many other educational institutions.

It offers an excellent quality of life (ranked 3rd in the world in the 2019 Mercer Quality of Living Survey), with good transport links, plenty of expansive parks and many beaches – Auckland is known as the “City of Sails” because of the large number of boats per capita.

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900 metres from the train station

Accommodation

Available accommodations

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Homestay

Staying with a carefully selected host family is a warm, secure way to experience everyday New Zealand life while practising English beyond the classroom. Homestay typically includes your own room and meals (dinner + breakfast on weekdays, full board on weekends), and you’ll usually be the only student in the home — or paired with someone from a different language background.

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Student Residence

If you prefer more independence, Languages International can point you to central-city student residence options within easy walking distance of the school and Auckland CBD. Residences vary by style and facilities (e.g., co-living or budget hotel-style options), so you can choose the vibe that fits your routine and budget.

If you’re interested in exploring other accommodation options, please feel free to take a look at our other accommodation options.

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Languages International

Student demographics

Students come from all over the world to study at this school.

Japan
20%
French-speaking
16%
Thailand
14%
Saudi Arabia
14%
China
8%
Switzerland
8%
Taiwan
7%
South America
7%
Others
8%

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