Bay Learning Academy – Celebrating 10 Years!
Bay Learning Academy
We are taking bookings for students coming from July 31st. You can come on a Visitor Visa and study for 3 months. Or you can put an application in for a Student Visa.
Book now for our 10 week evening TESOL course starting 1st August.
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Our English classes are fun!
We offer:
- small classes
- experienced teachers
General English (ESOL)
All levels
You will have a placement test when you enroll to ensure we place you in the best class for your current level.
You will be taught by professional teachers who each have many years experience. Classes are text book based so you can see your progress.
Classes are communication based to ensure you have lots of practice!
Hours:
9am - 12pm - Part-time (15 hours per week)
9am - 2pm - Full time (22.5 hours per week)
You can join any Monday.
General English with Activities
Learn English through doing!!
This package can be suited to any number of weeks.
And can be with or without Homestay etc.
Just ask.
Click here to see our exciting new Learn and Experience programme
| 9.00am - 10.30am | Class Time |
| 10.30am-10.50am | Morning Break |
| 10.50am-12.00am | Class time |
| 12.30-2.00pm | Conversation class/activities |
| 12.30-2.00pm | IELTS class |
Course Fees 2022
General English - Full time (22.5 Hours per week)
| Course | Fee |
|---|---|
| 1-12 weeks | $340 per week |
| 13-24 weeks | 320 per week |
| Over 25 weeks | 300 per week |
| Course | Fee |
|---|---|
| General English - Part-time (15 hours per week) | $270 per week |
| IELTS tuition (one-to-one needs based) | $50 per hour |
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| IELTS classes |
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| IELTS Evening classes |
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| 4 week course |
| Tuesday/ Wednesday/Thursday 6.30-8pm |
| $460 per course |
| IELTS Essential Skills Workshop |
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| Workshop - Every Saturday 10am - 2.30pm |
| All 4 skills covered |
| Full-time classes - 9am - 2pm daily |
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| 9am-12pm Morning classes increase your |
| vocabulary and grammar skills etc. |
| 12.30pm -2pm Afternoons cover exam techniques and |
| increased emphasis on writing |
| $340 per week |
| Part time - Afternoons only $120 per week" |
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| TESOL (Teach English to speakers of Other Languages)* | $2,700 per course |
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| TECSOL *- Add-on | $800 |
| CAE Exam Preparation Course (Cambridge Advanced English) - 12 week courses | $380 per week |
| * Fee is all inclusive |
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Additional Fees
| Type | Fee |
|---|---|
| Registration | $200 |
| Resources 1-4 week courses | $75 |
| Resources 5 weeks and over | $125 |
| Airport Transfer - each way | $130 |
| Government Compliance Fee/Student Support | $65 |
| Homestay | Fee |
|---|---|
| Finding Fee | $195.00 |
| Per week | $260.00 |
| Urgent | $150.00 |
| Cancellation | $100.00 |
Group tours POA
| Package | Fee |
|---|---|
| English Golf | POA |
| English Surfing | POA |
| English Rugby | POA |
| English Diving | POA |
| English Horse riding | POA |
All prices in $NZ and include GST
Evening classes
Elementary/Pre-Intermediate
Tuesday, Thursday 6.30 pm -8.30 pm $20 per evening
Intermediate
Tuesday 6.30-8.30pmm $20 per evening
Qualified and very experienced tutors
More information
- Everyday English
- Business + Professional English
- IELTS /OET/ PET Preparation Classes
- English + Rugby
- English + Golf
- English + Fishing
Everyday English
Are you new to New Zealand?
Do you need basic communication skills?
By the end of the course you will be able to:
- join in simple conversations
- ask directions
- fill in forms
- ask questions
- talk about time
- talk about your health
Business and Professional English Course
The Business and Professional English Course is a short eight week course.
It can be taken full-time (20 hours per week) over 8 weeks or part-time (15 hours per week) in the evenings over 12 weeks.
It is developed for Intermediate and Upper Intermediate speakers of English who are working or seeking work.
Among the topics covered are:
- Office Terminology
- Meetings
- Writing emails
- Writing reports
- Customer relationships
- Workplace culture
- Dealing with problems
- C.V.'s and Interviews
- Describing charts/graphs/statistics
- Financial and Accounting terms
- Cross- cultural communication
The tutor for the above course is the Principal/Managing Director of Bay Learning Academy, Liz Signal, has a MA TESOL and a Bachelor of Business degree. She has taught for 7 years, both in NZ and overseas.
Fees:
- Full-time: $340 per week
- Part-time: $240 per week
2018 Start Dates: To be confirmed, please contact us for more information.
IELTS / PET Preparation Classes
Are you wanting to take one of these exams? Do you need to brush up on your skills?
We offer one-to-one tuition with a very experienced tutor.
First you take a Practice test, then the tutor will design a programme around your needs.
Intensive classes focused on you achieving the best results!
Fee: $50 per hour + $40 reg fee
English + Rugby
We offer a GREAT package of English lessons and rugby union – the game which provides the backbone to New Zealand culture!
English classes: Classes are for any level. They will be held in the morning in small groups and the theme will be general conversational English.
Rugby: Packages are based on teams, but smaller groups may be organised into teams. Below is a sample itinerary which would suit beginners, social players and those wishing to learn more about the game, whose first language is not English.
| Week 1 | Monday | Tuesday | Wednesday | Thursday | Friday |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9:00 - 1:00 | Arrival and Orientation | English | English | English | English |
| Afternoon/evening | Free time to settle in | Fitness session | Team activity | Coaching session | Free time |
| Week 2 | Monday | Tuesday | Wednesday | Thursday | Friday |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9:00 - 1:00 | English | English | English | English | English |
| Afternoon/evening | Coaching session | Free time | Play Mount RFC & Hot Pools | Free Time | Free Time |
| Week 3 | Monday | Tuesday | Wednesday | Thursday | Friday |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9:00 - 1:00 | Maori | English Intro to Maori | English | English | English |
| Afternoon/evening | Coaching session | Stay Paparoa Marae Learn Haka | Local "7"s Tournament | Coaching session | Free Time |
| Week 3 | Monday | Tuesday | Wednesday | Thursday | Friday |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9:00 - 1:00 | Maori | English Intro to Maori | English | English | English |
| Afternoon/evening | Coaching session | Stay Paparoa Marae Learn Haka | Local "7"s Tournament | Coaching session | Free Time |
Costs: This package would cost NZ$2,450. Discounts can be negotiated for groups. For people not requiring homestay accommodation, cost is NZ$1,550.
Includes: Transfers to and from Auckland airport, English tuition, homestay and Marae accommodation, games, team activity, hot pools and coaching.
Extras not included in the price would be all meals except Breakfast.
Rugby 7s is also available and other packages can be assembled on request.
English + Golf
We are offering a GREAT package of English lessons and golf.
English classes: These are held in the morning. The students would be taught as a group with emphasis on golfing language.
Golf: packages can be put together for a minimum of 4 students.
Below is an example timetable. This package is a mix of picturesque and tranquil country coursesand challenging city courses.
Play amongst the hot pools in Rotorua and in the beautiful countryside, this package includes tranquil and picturesque country settings and city courses.
This sample itinerary costs include transport to and from the school to the golfing venues, green fees, club and trundle hire, tees and balls. Extras not included in the price would be any meals, lessons and the Omokoroa Hot Springs.
Costs: Approximately NZ$3,400. For people not requiring Homestay accommodation cost is NZ$1590.
Includes: English tuition and Attendance Certificate, Homestay accommodation, transfers to and from Auckland airport, and the golf fees as above.
Other packages can be assembled on request, let us know your requirements.
English + Fishing
We are offering a wonderful package of English Lessons and Fishing.
English Classes: These can be arranged around the different fishing trips.
Fishing: This include a mix of fishing from the wharf to all-day sea fishing trips.
Packages can be put together for a minimum of 4 students. This is just one example! We can arrange a trip to suit you.
Costs: This package would cost Approxiamately NZ$2,750 - includes Homestay accommodation and transfers to and from the airport. NZ$1,400 - does not include Homestay accommodation.
Rods, line and bait also included.