Christchurch College of EnglishChristchurch, New Zealand
- Sports field and tennis courts.
- Excellent rating of teaching quality (5.0/5.0)
- Excellent rating of homestay accommodation (5.0/5.0)
- Additional material fee quite expensive.
- Nationality mix could be more balanced. 45% of students are from Japan
CCEL is located on the campus of the University of Canterbury, which is in the suburb of Christchurch known as Ilam. The school has a number of well-connected bus stops nearby which can get students into the city centre in 40 minutes. 20 minutes on the bus can bring students to Westfield Mall, where students can go shopping, enjoy diverse cuisine and go to the cinema. Hagley Park is a 30 minute bus ride away from the school and students can visit the botanical gardens. Lyttleton is a quaint village just outside Christchurch and reachable in one hour by local transport from CCEL.
CCEL has a number of facilities including cafes, bars, restaurants, tennis courts and sports fields.
- The language school Christchurch College of English was founded in Christchurch, New Zealand in 1991.
- Legal name / parent company: CCEL
- Tax registration ID: 57-758-384
- Abbreviated name of school: CCEL Christchurch
English Courses
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 13 | 16 | 24 | 36 |
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| Price in NZD | |||||||||||
| Price at school Our price | -- | 880 836 | 1320 1254 | 1760 1672 | 2640 2508 | 3520 3344 | 4400 4180 | 5395 5126 | 6640 6308 | 9960 9462 | 14940 14193 |
The General English course from CCEL is for those students who want to improve their English language skills across the board, ranging from grammar to conversation, and everything in between. In your 23 weekly lessons, you will work on all the traditional pillars of second language study, and in this way develop all of your areas of knowledge in tandem.
One of the most attractive features of this course is that participants will be subject to continual progress monitoring, and this means that as the weeks or months go by, you may be asked if you would like to change to a more advanced group to reflect the improvements that you will make over this period of time.
CCEL’s General English courses are for people who want to improve their all-round English skills and learn how to communicate effectively.
CCEL offers GE at 6 levels from beginner to advanced. GE courses include, speaking, listening, reading and writing lessons and vocabulary and grammar development. Courses are intensive, have regular testing, and a focus on student progress.
Morning: 8:30 - 13:00
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 12 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in NZD | |||||||||||
| Price at school Our price | -- | 680 646 | 1020 969 | 1360 1292 | 1700 1615 | 2040 1938 | 2380 2261 | 2720 2584 | 3060 2907 | 3400 3230 | 4080 3876 |
Students cannot study part time on a student visa.
CCEL’s General English courses are for people who want to improve their all-round English skills and learn how to communicate effectively.
CCEL offers GE at 6 levels from beginner to advanced. GE courses include, speaking, listening, reading and writing lessons, and vocabulary and grammar development. Courses are intensive, have regular testing and a focus on student progress.
Morning: 8:30 - 11:45
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 12 |
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| Price in NZD | |||||||||||
| Price at school Our price | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | 4980 4731 |
Minimum entry levels apply - IELTS 5.0 (or equivalent). Placement in a Academic English class will depend on level assessment. The EAP 1 level assessment can be taken overseas before arriving in New Zealand.
The course includes 20 + 3 hours eLearning plus 5 hours per week of optional Independent Learning.
CCEL’s EAP courses are not only for students who wish to study at UC or UCIC, but also for students who want to study at any tertiary institution in an English-speaking country. The courses are offered at 2 levels and focus on Academic English skills.
Afternoon: 13:15 - 17:30
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 12 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in NZD | |||||||||||
| Price at school Our price | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | 5976 5678 |
Minimum entry levels apply. Placement in an English for Academic Purposes course will depend on level assessment.
The course includes 20 hours per week in class plus 5 hours of monitored self-directed learning.
CCEL’s EAP courses are not only for students who wish to study at UC or UCIC, but also for students who want to study at any tertiary institution in an English-speaking country. The courses are offered at 2 levels and focus on Academic English skills.
Afternoon: 13:15 - 17:30
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 16 | 24 | 36 | Additional Week |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in NZD | |||||||||||
| Price at school Our price | -- | 880 836 | 1320 1254 | 1760 1672 | 2640 2508 | 3520 3344 | 4400 4180 | 6640 6308 | 9960 9462 | 14940 14193 | 415 395 |
20 group lessons plus 3 eLearning lessons plus 5 optional lessons of supervised independent learning per week.
The course aims to develop and strengthen your general English knowledge as well as your exam skills.
Students can prepare for internationally recognised academic English qualifications by taking IELTS Exam Preparation courses at CCEL. IELTS courses help to develop and strengthen students’ knowledge and use of academic English, as well as improving their exam skills.
Afternoon: 13:15 - 17:30
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in NZD | -- | -- | -- | 3500 3325 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- |
This course is for native or near native (equivalent to IELTS 7.5 or above) English speakers who have little or no previous English language teaching experience. It is also ideal for more experienced teachers without an equivalent qualification.
The CELTA (Cambridge Certificate in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages) is a highly-regarded internationally recognised qualification awarded by Cambridge English. It is for native or near native (equivalent to IELTS 7.5 or above) English speakers who have little or no previous English language teaching experience. It is also ideal for more experienced teachers without an equivalent qualification.
Morning: 8:00
Information for all courses offered by Christchurch College of English
Students must present full medical and travel insurance on their first day. This is a legal requirement by New Zealand law.
01 Jan 2024, 02 Jan 2024, 06 Feb 2024, 29 Mar 2024, 01 Apr 2024, 25 Apr 2024, 03 Jun 2024, 28 Jun 2024, 28 Oct 2024, 15 Nov 2024, 23 Dec 2024 - 31 Dec 2024.
Lessons needed per English language level
Our price includes
- INCLUDED Tuition
- INCLUDED Course material
- INCLUDED Internet access and use of school computers
- INCLUDED Wireless LAN zone at school
- INCLUDED Free airport pickup for all adult courses
- INCLUDED Language level placement test at first day of classes
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Christchurch College of English (CCEL)
Christchurch Educated Member
General school facilities
Cafeteria
Microwave for student use
Snack vending machine
Drink vending machine
Computer lab
Daily press
Free after-class access to language learning software
Lounge
Garden
Printer for student use
Free water dispenser
Free WIFI
Non-smoking (all indoor and all outdoor areas of school)
Facilities for islamic students
Available area to pray at the school
Classroom equipment
TV in all classrooms
Air conditioning in some classrooms
Heating in all classrooms
Ample natural light in all classrooms
Number of classrooms: 22Number of public PC workstations: 14Free parking (<500m)Facilities for disabled students
Wheelchair access to classroom
Accessible Toilet
Wheelchair access to reception
Wheelchair access to cafeteria
Adapted for students with learning difficulty
Student Age / Nationality
Top student nationalities
Airport transfer
Visa Documents
Leisure activities
| activity possible | distance from school | |
|---|---|---|
| Ballet | | 8 km |
| Baseball | | 5 km |
| Basketball | | 1 km |
| Cooking | | 5 km |
| Cricket | | 1 km |
| Dancing | | 8 km |
| Diving | | - |
| Field Hockey | | 5 km |
| Football (soccer) | | 1 km |
| Golf | | 5 km |
| Horse riding | | 15 km |
| Ice Hockey | | 8 km |
| Mountainbiking | | 8 km |
| Music | | 8 km |
| Rugby | | 1 km |
| Sailing | | 10 km |
| Skiing | | 120 km |
| Squash | | 5 km |
| Swimming | | 5 km |
| Table Tennis | | 5 km |
| Tennis | | 1 km |
| Volleyball | | 1 km |
| Windsurfing | | 15 km |
| Yoga | | 5 km |
Examples of leisure activities organized by the school
Adults - Free activities
Weekly sporting activities
Adults - Paid activities
Cooking: approx. NZD 5
Dinner and a movie: approx. NZD 20
Long weekend tour to Queenstown: approx. NZD 400 - NZD 500
Weekend tour to Lake Tekapo: approx. NZD 300
Winery Tour: approx. NZD 150
Accommodation
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week | One-time fee (charged by school) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in NZD | 371 | 742 | 1113 | 1484 | 1855 | 2226 | 2597 | 2968 | 3710 | 4452 | 371 | 200 |
Prices based on accommodation from Saturday to Saturday
Price per person
Staying in a CCEL homestay is perfect for students who want to experience the New Zealand lifestyle and get extra support from their host family.
If you choose to live in a homestay you will:
• have your own room with a desk for studying
• share the rest of the house with your host family
• have breakfast and dinner provided every day plus lunch at the weekend and on public holidays
• be able to practise your English with your family every day.
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week | One-time fee (charged by school) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in NZD | -- | -- | -- | 1400 | 1750 | 2100 | 2450 | 2800 | 3500 | 4200 | 350 | 200 |
Prices based on accommodation from Saturday to Saturday
Price per person
Staying in a CCEL homestay is perfect for students who want to experience the New Zealand lifestyle and get extra support from their host family.
If you choose to live in a homestay you will:
• have your own room with a desk for studying
• share the rest of the house with your host family
• have breakfast and dinner provided every day plus lunch at the weekend and on public holidays
• be able to practise your English with your family every day.
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week | One-time fee (charged by school) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in NZD | -- | -- | -- | 2380 | 2975 | 3570 | 4165 | 4760 | 5950 | 7140 | 595 | 200 |
Prices based on accommodation from Saturday to Saturday
Price per room
Staying in a CCEL homestay is perfect for students who want to experience the New Zealand lifestyle and get extra support from their host family.
If you choose to live in a homestay you will:
• have your own room with a desk for studying
• share the rest of the house with your host family
• have breakfast and dinner provided every day plus lunch at the weekend and on public holidays
• be able to practise your English with your family every day.
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week | One-time fee (charged by school) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in NZD | 327 | 654 | 981 | 1308 | 1635 | 1962 | 2289 | 2616 | 3270 | 3924 | 327 | 350 |
Prices based on accommodation from Saturday to Saturday
Price per person
Deposit is partially refundable.
Prices vary and start at NZD 327 per week.
The university student residence is for those students who want to share an apartment with other students in Christchurch.
If you choose to live in the university residence you will:
• have your own room with a desk for studying
• share the rest of the apartment with up to 5 other students
• have kitchen facilities where you can prepare your own meals
• live on the university campus (within walking distance of CCEL).
Ratings of Christchurch College of English compared to ratings of all schools in New Zealand
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Student opinions about Christchurch College of English, Christchurch
Student Testimonial Videos
Questions and answers about Christchurch College of English
- How quickly will my level of English improve?“You will be given a placement test on the first day of your course and placed in a class with other students at the same level. Assessment is continuous throughout the course and you will have a test every 6 weeks and receive individual progress reports. Each student is different but a general guideline on the time it takes to progress through the levels (based on 25 hours of tuition per week) is:
Beginner to Elementary (Level 1-2) - 2 months
Elementary to Pre Intermediate (Level 2-3) - 3 to 4 months
Pre intermediate to Intermediate (Level 3-4) - 3 to 4 months
Intermediate to Upper Intermediate (Level 4-5) - 6 months
Upper Intermediate to Advanced (Level 6) - 6 months”Lisa Lebret, LanguageCourse.Net - Dec 14, 2022 - Will I receive a certificate and report at the end of my course?“At the end of your course, you will receive a Certificate of Studies and a Report of Studies which shows your attendance rate.”Lisa Lebret, LanguageCourse.Net - Dec 14, 2022
- Can I change my course after it has started?“It is usually easy to change your course while you are at CCEL. You can talk to someone in the Academic Team about this. They will check with you whether your level is suitable for the course, if your enrolment is long enough and if it matches with your English needs.”Lisa Lebret, LanguageCourse.Net - Dec 14, 2022
- How will my first day look like?“This is your timetable for your first day at CCEL:
8.30am – 8.50am - Arrive at CCEL reception (bring your passport and insurance). You will meet some of our staff and the other new students
9.00am – 10.00am - Welcome / Test and interview
10.00am – 11.00am - Orientation and tour
11:00am – 11.15am - Break
11.15am – 12.15pm - Orientation continued (including your class and timetable information)
12:15pm – 12.45pm - Lunch
AND
12:45pm – 1:45pm - General English students - Orientation to CCEL eLearning
OR
1:15pm – 5:30pm - Cambridge Exam Preparation, IELTS, Business English and EAP students join their new class
Bring your passport and your certificate of medical and travel insurance (English translation) so we can take a copy for your student record.”Lisa Lebret, LanguageCourse.Net - Dec 14, 2022 - If my English is not good enough who will assist me?“At CCEL you will find plenty of people to help you including your teacher and the administration staff. We also have some people who can give you specialised help:
Student counsellors can help you in your own language. They are available by appointment. The counsellors have been selected because they have lived in New Zealand for a long period of time, and have an excellent understanding of the New Zealand culture and how students will adapt to it.
The Academic Team is available to discuss your study plans and to advise you on entry requirements to university and other tertiary level study options in New Zealand.
You can also get advice about extra study you can do to help improve your level of English.”Lisa Lebret, LanguageCourse.Net - Dec 14, 2022 - Can I use the internet at CCEL?“Yes, students have free Wi-Fi internet access at CCEL Christchurch. There are also computers available at both schools for students to use.”Lisa Lebret, LanguageCourse.Net - Dec 14, 2022
- How will I get to school each day?“CCEL Christchurch's location means it has access to good quality homestays very close to the school. Some are within walking distance of CCEL and some are in the bus zone so students take a short bus ride to and from CCEL each day. Travelling in Christchurch is easy and convenient, and the bus service is regular.”Lisa Lebret, LanguageCourse.Net - Dec 14, 2022
- What is a homestay like?“At your homestay you will have a single room with a bed, a desk, a wardrobe, and a heater. Your host family will provide you with dinner and breakfast each day, and three meals at the weekends and during New Zealand holidays. CCEL's host families are carefully chosen for their comfortable homes and their caring attitude towards students. Your student handbook will give you more information about homestay and adapting to life in New Zealand.”Lisa Lebret, LanguageCourse.Net - Dec 14, 2022
FAQ about Christchurch College of English, Christchurch
- What is the best price for a course at Christchurch College of English, Christchurch?English courses at Christchurch College of English start at 323 NZD for General English Day (part time) course with 15 lessons per week. When booking here you benefit from an exclusive discount.
- What is the most popular accommodation offered by Christchurch College of English?The accommodation Homestay (Under 18) is the most popular among all our clients of Christchurch College of English
- What is the number of students per class at Christchurch College of English?Depending on the chosen course, the maximum number of students at Christchurch College of English varies from 14 students (English for Academic Purposes 1) to 15 students (General English Day (full time))
- What is the qualification of the teachers at Christchurch College of English?96% of teachers at Christchurch College of English hold a university degree. 100% hold a recognized language teaching certificate.
- Which countries are students of Christchurch College of English from?The highest Nationality percentage at Christchurch College of English comes from Japan with a 42% representation, followed by students from China (19%) and Thailand (13%).
- Is this price lower than booking directly with the school?Yes, there is an exclusive discount that only applies when booking online here.
- Christchurch College of English offers courses for which ages?Christchurch College of English offers courses from 15 years to 99. Average age is 24 during the summer and 24 for the rest of the year.
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