ABOUT GLOBAL ENGLISH WORLD
Auckland’s population is approximately 1,692,770 as of 2022. Of these residents, around 63.5% are of European ethnicity, and 11% belong to the Māori ethnic group. The remaining population is comprised of Pacific, Asian, Middle Eastern, Latin American, African, and other ethnicities.
Auckland is known for its iconic Sky Tower, vibrant waterfront areas like Wynyard Quarter and Viaduct Harbour, and natural attractions such as Rangitoto Island and beautiful beaches. The city is close to renowned wine regions like Waiheke Island and Kumeu. Cultural landmarks include the Auckland War Memorial Museum and the Auckland Art Gallery. Known as the “City of Sails,” Auckland’s two harbors are filled with yachts and boats, reflecting its strong maritime culture. This blend of urban sophistication, cultural richness, and natural beauty makes Auckland a unique and attractive destination.
Coming to Auckland gives you a real New Zealand experience, with the added vibrancy of a bustling city. An experience that is probably quite different from any you have had before if you have grown up in a smaller town. You will have countless opportunities to interact with local people and people from diverse backgrounds. Auckland’s multicultural population ensures that you’ll engage with a variety of cultures, broadening your horizons.
SCHOOL
You can enroll online, fill out our contact form, or send us an email for more information.
If you are a good student and you have good attendance, then yes, you can study longer with us. You might need to get a new student visa to do this and we can help you.
We are here to help you no matter how big or small your problem may be. On your first day at the school we will introduce you to our School Support Services staff who can help you with any problems you have and if they don’t know the answer, they will introduce you to the people who do know.
Yes, you can. We offer classes to help you prepare for IELTS exam all year and at certain times of the year we also help students prepare for the B2 First (formerly known as Cambridge English: First (FCE)) and C1 Advanced (formerly known as Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE)) exams. Please note: Exam classes are only offered if we have demand. Contact us for more information
You are welcome to join our General English classes on any Monday, unless it is a Public Holiday. Some courses have specific start dates, please refer to your chosen course to see these.
Yes, you will. For courses over 6 weeks you will receive a detailed report on your ability in different areas of language use.
The average number of students in a class is 7 – 8. We have a maximum of 16 students in a class.
It varies from month to month but in any one year we normally welcome students from more than 25 different countries.
- study full-time
- stay in a homestay with a New Zealand family
- do 1 hour of homework and learn at least 10 new words every day
- study after school
- speak English as often as possible out of the classroom. You must speak English in the class. You might also like to become an ‘English Only Ambassador’. This means that you agree to speak only English at all times in the school grounds. It is hard work but ambassadors find it very rewarding, and their English improves quickly. If you would like to become an ‘English Only Ambassador’, please talk to the Student Services desk.
- read for pleasure – use our free library of graded readers, many with audio
- come to self-study for advice on study skills and practice materials
Yes, Wi-Fi is available free of charge at school. You will be issued with a password at orientation.
ACCOMMODATION
We offer assistance with finding the perfect accommodation to suit your needs, whether it’s a cozy homestay with a welcoming host family or a comfortable, well-equipped apartment. Our goal is to ensure you have a pleasant and memorable stay.
Yes, if you have a good reason for doing so. However, you have to tell us at least 1 week before. We will then start to try and find you a new homestay. This process may take longer than one week but we will move as quickly as we can. Before we decide to move you, we will spend time talking to you to see if we can work through the problem. Our homestay team is available 24/7 to help you with any problems you may have in your homestay. Part of living in a new home is learning to be adaptable. Things in the home will be different to what you are used to and sometimes it is just a matter of taking time to understand your homestay and their ways and for you to get to know one another.
COST OF LIVING & MONEY
- Lunches if you are in a homestay and all meals if you chose to live in a flat
- Transport to and from school each day.
- Optional weekend activities
- Transport from Auckland airport if you do not prepay our shuttle service.
- Exam fees if you choose to sit an external exam
- Textbook and materials
- Wifi access in the school
- A free Friday afternoon activity (Full-time students only)
- Access to our after-school self-study centre
WORK
We don’t find our students jobs. However, we do offer a Job Club for students after school. The Job Club will give you the tools needed to look for work in New Zealand. We will help you to prepare a CV, get an IRD number, and open a bank account. We will teach you about your legal rights as an employee in New Zealand and show you the different places to look for a job. We will also help you with the language you need for interviews, filling in forms, and when door knocking.