Nelson English Centre offers a wide range of courses to suit all levels and requirements.
- Part Time (15 hours per week )
- Full Time ( 23 hours per week )
- Part Time (15 hours per week )
- Full Time ( 23 hours per week )
- Part Time (15 hours per week )
- Full Time ( 23 hours per week )
50+ English + Activities
Designed exclusively for students aged 50 and over, this program offers a unique blend of learning and adventure. Start your day in a small, friendly English class (with a maximum of six participants), where you'll improve your language skills alongside like-minded peers. In the afternoons, enjoy guided explorations of Nelson and its beautiful surroundings, making the most of your time in this vibrant region.
English + Golf
2 weeks including homestay and morning class – 6 different golf courses
Improve your English while enjoying golf in one of New Zealand’s most beautiful regions. The English + Golf Programme at Nelson English Centre combines high-quality English lessons with the opportunity to play golf at excellent local courses. Nelson is famous for its sunshine, relaxed lifestyle, and stunning coastal scenery—making it the perfect place to study English and play golf.
English + Activities
Combine English study with exciting experiences and discover the best of Nelson while improving your language skills. The English + Activities programme at Nelson English Centre allows students to learn English in the classroom and enjoy a variety of activities that showcase the lifestyle and natural beauty of the region. With its sunshine, beaches, national parks, and friendly community, Nelson is the perfect place to improve your English while experiencing authentic New Zealand life.
Courses Overview
| NEC Level | Cambridge Level | IELTS Level | NZCEL Level | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Elementary | A1 | 1 | ||
| Pre-Intermediate | A2 | Key (KET) | 2 | |
| Intermediate | B1 | Preliminary (PET) | 4 to 5 | 3 |
| Upper Intermediate | B2 | First (FCE) | 5.5 to 6.5 | 4 |
| Advanced | C1 | Advanced (CAE) | 7 to 8 | 5 |
| Proficiency | C2 | Proficiency (CPE) |
General English
Full time ( 23 hours per week ) morning & afternoon classes
Part time ( 15 hours per week ) morning classes
Start any Monday
Morning classes focus on grammar and new language from the course book allowing students to improve the four language skills; reading, writing, speaking and listening. Afternoon classes study one topic each week allowing students to speak and listen in English in a natural, communicative way.
Cambridge Examination Classes
Full time ( 23 hours per week ) morning & afternoon classes
Part time ( 15 hours per week ) morning classes
Cambridge courses run 2 times per year.
Nelson English Centre provides specialised Cambridge examination preparation courses for both the FCE (First Certificate in English) and CAE (Certificate in Advanced English) exams.
Students are given a course book which they use throughout the course. Morning classes focus on reading, writing and use of English tasks. Afternoon classes focus on speaking, listening and use of English tasks. Our specialised Cambridge curriculum has seen Nelson English Centre achieve a higher than average percentage of exam passes in New Zealand.
IELTS
Full time ( 23 hours per week ) morning & afternoon classes
Part time ( 15 hours per week ) morning classes
Nelson English Centre is an official IELTS test venue offering the exam once a month in Nelson. We are the only place where candidates can take the test at the top of the South Island.
We offer classes which cover the four skills areas tested in the exam; reading, writing, speaking and listening. Students learn all parts of the IELTS test and get chances to practise using different strategies to complete test questions and tasks successfully.
Timetable
| Time | General English | Cambridge Exam Courses | IELTS |
|---|---|---|---|
| 9.00-10:15 | Grammar and Vocabulary | Reading, Writing, and Use of English | Grammar practice and Exam Preparation in Reading and Writing |
| 10:15-10:45 | Break | ||
| 10:45-12:15 | Continuation of morning classes | ||
| 12:15-13:15 | Lunch | ||
| 13:15-15:15 | Speaking and Listening | Speaking, Listening, and Use of English | Vocabulary extension and Exam Preparation in Speaking and Listening |
