Learn English in New Zealand

Dominion English Schools

Everyone speaks English in New Zealand. Our English is pure and clear; it is an international English easily understood anywhere in the world.

New Zealand is a small, quiet and green country, with only about 4 million people in a country as large as Chile, Italy or Japan. New Zealand is dominated by Nature, with magnificent beaches, lakes and mountains. There are no snakes and very few predators in New Zealand. You can become a new person in New Zealand. You can relax, breathe fresh air, drink clean water, and meet friendly New Zealanders who enjoy helping visitors to practise English.

DOMINION ENGLISH SCHOOLS have an International reputation for high academic standards, extensive activity programmes and a friendly at home atmosphere.

Dominion is a New Zealand owned company and is located Downtown in Auckland and Christchurch. Dominion never closes (except public holidays). Students can transfer between schools. There is a maximum of 155 students in each school: large enough to have 8 levels of English; small enough for everyone to be your friend. There are Junior Schools for students 12 years - 17 years and Senior Schools for students 18 years +. There is a Silvers Programme for students 50 years +.

Last year 1,365 students from 33 countries studied English at Dominion: 50% were Asian, 45% were European.

At DOMINION ENGLISH SCHOOLS there are kitchens where students can make light meals (free tea / coffee is available at all times); a library and quiet study area; a recreation room with pool and piano; a multi media centre; free access to e-mail and internet. Dominion is Government Registered as a Private Training Establishment. Dominion is a signatory to the Ministry of Education Code of Practice for the Recruitment, Welfare and Support of International Students.

• Over 30 courses to choose from

• Never more than 10 students in a class

• Top exam results in Cambridge, IELTS, TOEFL and TOEIC

• Free email English assistance for former students

• Free airport meet and transfer, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week

• Free welfare assistance, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week

• Many accommodation options

At both schools in Auckland and Christchurch, DOMINION ENGLISH SCHOOLS has WORKING HOLIDAY ASSISTANCE CENTRES, to assist students to find employment, and to provide advice (accommodation, minimum wages, tax rules, workers' rights, employers' responsibilities, etc).

DOMINION ENGLISH SCHOOLS' welfare officers monitor all accommodation.

Homestay is with a New Zealand family. Breakfast and dinner Mondays to Fridays. Breakfast, lunch and dinner Saturdays, Sundays and Public Holidays. Single room. Laundry provided. Only one student of each nationality in the house (unless otherwise requested).

For students 50 years + (special 5% discount available)

A separate lounge for relaxation away from younger students when desired. Free postcards and writing materials. A Dominion staff member is assigned to be your buddy while you are in New Zealand, to assist you to enjoy New Zealand.

A home stay with host families with your interests (wherever possible).

Native speaking counsellors available if any medical assistance is required.

The DOMINION ENGLISH SCHOOLS cultural, social and sporting activity programme has been designed to enable students to meet New Zealanders, enjoy their New Zealand experience, and share their cultures with other students. Activities are arranged every afternoon, every weekend and after school. Every week there is a social evening, free activities on Friday afternoon and a free TV/video movie. Dominion staff regularly go to the theatre and restaurants with students, as well as joining students at pub evenings.

CLASSES: Classes are Monday to Friday, from 9.00-12.00 in the morning and 1.00-4.00 in the afternoon, with a half hour tea/coffee break in the morning and afternoon. One afternoon per week 3.30 - 4.00pm, students in the school join together in guided conversation to build confidence and fluency. A teacher is available, free, Mondays 4.15-5.15pm, to assist with personal academic problems.Average class size: 7 studentsMaximum class size: 10 students

AIRPORT: Dominion meets all students, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, and transfers them to their accommodation. When requested students are met by Dominion from international flights and transferred to domestic flights. All outbound flights are confirmed prior to departure. All students receive transfers back to the airport at the end of their visit.Registration Fee Includes:

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  Protector Insurance (for 2003 only)
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  Meeting at the airport / transfer to accommodation / return transfer to airport
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  Course materials(texts on loan) / Orientation materials
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  Email and Internet access / tea and coffee at all times
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  Weekly social evenings and weekly recent-release video movie evening
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  Teacher available Monday 4.15 - 5.15pm to assist with personal academic problems
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  Monthly lecture (with handbook): "Living, Travelling and Working in New Zealand"
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  Welfare Services / Dominion Student Card
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  Polytechnic and University placement
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  Separate Kiwi Lounge for Silvers (50+)