ABC College of English 
Queenstown, New Zealand 
5.0
2 students - overall rating
7 Coronation Dr - 9300 Queenstown - see on mapPay less than booking at the school
What we like about the school
- Conveniently located in the centre of Queenstown, across from Queenstown Gardens and close to the shops, banks and bus stop.
- Ability to combine English language learning and an adventure activity experience such as snowboarding.
- Best rated school in New Zealand
- Top rated social activities4.5
- E-learning platform.
Special Offers
- Offer!General English Course
- Offer!IELTS Preparation Course
ABC College of English Queenstown promotes Queenstown as a special place in beautiful New Zealand. The school advises that the crystal clear waters of Lake Wakatipu, and the stunning mountains that surround it, make the experience of living and studying in the city unforgettable. They also promote that the freedom and friendliness of the people in addition to the fantastic landscapes, make Queenstown an essential place to visit in NZ.
Location: ABC College of English Queenstown is located in the city of Queenstown, on the banks of Lake Wakatipu, on New Zealand's South Island. The school is located in the heart of Queenstown, with many eateries, bars and interesting venues nearby. Attractions within walking distance of the school include Queenstown Bay Beach, several extreme sports venues such as Shotover Canyon Swing, iFLY Indoor Skydiving and green areas such as Queenstown Gardens. There are also various supermarkets, amenities and links to public transport nearby. The popular Queenstown Bay is a 3-minute walk from the school and has fantastic views of the mountains and Lake Wakatipu.
Getting around: The closest bus station is just a 3-minute walk from the school. Queenstown Airport is only a 20-minute bus ride away.
Course selection In addition to General English programmes available to students of all levels, taught over various schedules and intensities, the school also provides Business English, Exam Preparation (FCE, IELTS) and combination courses of English with subjects such as Ski/Snowboarding, Golf, work placements, volunteer programmes and additional sporting activities.
English Courses
General Language
General English Course 
20 lessons per week | 15 students (max)
Starts weekly (every Monday)
Offer!from
455NZD433NZD / week
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| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 14 | 24 | 30 | 36 |
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| Price at school (NZD) Our price (NZD) | -- | 910 865 | 1365 1297 | 1820 1729 | 2730 2594 | 3640 3458 | 4550 4323 | 6090 5786 | 9960 9462 | 12450 11828 | 14040 13338 |
| Price in US$ | 514 | 771 | 1028 | 1542 | 2056 | 2570 | 3440 | 5626 | 7032 | 7930 |
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Starting dates
Every Monday
Special Offers:
Receive a 30% discount on accommodation at Shotover Lodge when booking this course: , accommodation required - For bookings up to 10 weeks only . Only valid for bookings at this website before Jun 30, 2025. Only valid for courses starting before Jun 30, 2025.
When booking here you benefit from this offer in addition to the discounted prices indicated above.
Discount is not calculated automatically but will be applied later.
Discount is not calculated automatically but will be applied later.
Course specific data
General course schedule
4 daily lessons of 50 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 8:30 - 12:45
Morning: 8:30 - 12:45
Possible course durations
2-99 weeks
Minimum required student age
18 years
Students per class
Maximum: 15 / Average: 12
Lesson duration
50 min
Special note for 2025 holiday season: If you plan to take a course during the high season months of April, June, July or August 2025 we urgently advise you to book as early as possible. In 2024 many schools were fully booked during the holidays, and the situation is unlikely to be different for 2025 due to a current shortage of teachers, which affects most schools.
Additional information for all courses
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Exam PreparationWhy exam preparation courses are excellent for optimum progress
IELTS Preparation Course
20 lessons per week | 8 students (max)
Offer!from
450NZD428NZD / week
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| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 12 |
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| Price at school (NZD) Our price (NZD) | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | 5400 5130 |
| Price in US$ | 3050 |
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Starting dates
2025: 13 Jan 2025, 05 May 2025, 11 Aug 2025
Special Offers:
Receive a 30% discount on accommodation at Shotover Lodge when booking this course: , accommodation required - For bookings up to 10 weeks only . Only valid for bookings at this website before Jun 30, 2025. Only valid for courses starting before Jun 30, 2025.
When booking here you benefit from this offer in addition to the discounted prices indicated above.
Discount is not calculated automatically but will be applied later.
Discount is not calculated automatically but will be applied later.
ABC College of English is an examination centre for IELTS.
Course specific data
General course schedule
4 daily lessons of 50 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 8:30 - 10:30
Afternoon: 10:30 - 13:00
Morning: 8:30 - 10:30
Afternoon: 10:30 - 13:00
Possible course durations
12 weeks
Minimum required student age
18 years
Students per class
Maximum: 8 / Average: 6
Lesson duration
50 min
Exam dates
05 May 2025, 26 Jul 2025, 01 Nov 2025
Additional information for all courses
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Our prices for ABC College of English include
- INCLUDED Organized activities
- INCLUDED Wireless LAN zone at school
- INCLUDED Free certificate of course attendance
- INCLUDED Language level placement test at first day of classes
- INCLUDED Free consultation about suitable college/university programs by a qualified consultant
- INCLUDED Free local SIM card
- INCLUDED Elearning platform
ABC Building1/42
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Student Residence - Communal kitchen4/42
Student Residence - single room5/42
Student Activities - swimming in lake6/42
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Student Activity - Golf8/42
Student Activity - Skiing9/42
Student Activity - Fireworks10/42
Student Activities - hiking11/42
Student Residence - 12/42
Student Residence - twin share room13/42
Student Residence - dining14/42
Student Residence - Kitchen15/42
Students in class16/42
Student Activities - sports17/42
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Student Residence - lounge19/42
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Student Residence - rooms - private bathroom/shower21/42
Student Activity - Bowling22/42
Student Residence - Games Room23/42
Student Activity - Picnic in the Garden24/42
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Student Activity - Skiing26/42
Student Activities - hiking27/42
Campus - Class Room28/42
Student Activities - swimming in lake29/42
Student Activities - hiking30/42
Student Activities - badminton31/42
Student Activities - ice skating32/42
Campus - Class Rooms33/42
Campus - Cafeteria34/42
Student Activities - Do you wanna build a snowman?35/42
Campus - Class Room36/42
Students having a picnic37/42
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Student Activities - sky diving39/42
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ABC College of English (ABC)
“We welcome you to join us in this very special part of the world. We will support you to make the most of your time here and discover something new and exciting. Learn the language, Live like a local and Love it!”–Pauline Copland,Director of ABC College of English
Accreditations and Quality seals
Study QueenstownEnglish teacher qualifications
100% hold a university degree
100% hold a recognised language teaching qualification
Languages spoken by school staff (cannot be guaranteed by school)
Student gender mix
50% male / 50% female
Offer for returning students
You will be refunded/waived the school's administration fee if you already attended previously a course at ABC College of English and you book here.
Year of school foundation
1994
The school is an official exam center
The following language examinations can be taken directly at the school:
General school facilities
Kitchen for student use
Microwave for student use
Cafeteria
Balcony / terrace
Student support desk
Garden
Lounge
Movie room
Free after-class access to language learning software
Library
Computer lab
Copy machine
Printer for student use
Self-study areas
Free coffee
Free water dispenser
Free WIFI
Non-smoking (all indoor areas, but not all outdoor areas of school)
Smoking zones (outdoors)
Tourist information
Assistance with reservations for restaurants, bars, clubs
Assistance with organizing transportation
Laundry (paid)
Dry cleaning (paid)
Guidance for further higher education (free)
Internship placement guidance service (free)
Job placement guidance service (free)
Job placement guidance service (paid)
Free parking (<500m)
Facilities for islamic students
Available area to pray at the school
Arabic homestays available
Classroom equipment
TV in some classrooms
Air conditioning in all classrooms
Heating in all classrooms
Ample natural light in all classrooms
- Number of classrooms: 8
- Number of public PC workstations: 10
Facilities for disabled students
Accessible Toilet
Wheelchair access to cafeteria
Wheelchair access to reception
Wheelchair access to classroom
Student Age / Nationality
Top student nationalities
| Student Nationality | Percentage of students |
|---|---|
| Japan | 20% |
| Thailand | 20% |
| Brazil | 16% |
| Switzerland | 14% |
| France | 7% |
| China | 6% |
| Korea | 4% |
| Vietnam | 2% |
| Spain | 2% |
| Chile | 1% |
| Saudi Arabia | 1% |
| Other nationalities | 7% |
Age of students
| Percentage of students | |
|---|---|
| 1-18 years | 0% |
| 18-24 years | 38.461538461538% |
| 25-34 years | 46.153846153846% |
| 35-50 years | 12.307692307692% |
| >50 years | 3.0769230769231% |
Average number of students
In summer: 25
Throughout the year: 25
Minimum age of students
18 years
Average number of levels
Adult courses In summer: 5
Adult courses Throughout the year: 5
Average age of students
In summer: 25 years
Throughout the year: 25 years
Information for all courses offered by ABC College of English
Lesson duration
50 minutes
Course material
Generally course material has to be purchased by the student. The costs of course material will be approximately 70 NZD per course level.
Comments about courses
The course fees all include comprehensive placement tests, orientation programmes, English tuition, use of classroom equipment, self study materials, guidance and counseling service from the school, student email access and WiFi.
To borrow a course textbook the school asks for a deposit of NZD 70 (NZD 50 will be refunded when returned).
For Academic English there is an additional fee of NZD 130 for exam course material.
Exam fees are external and are set by the governing body.
Individual classes
Single individual lessons of tuition can be reserved at 95 NZD. The combination of group and individual lessons is highly recommended. Individual lessons will encourage you to actively speak the foreign language and will offer you the opportunity to discuss individual problems and weaknesses.
Days without class
In 2025 (including national and regional bank holidays):
01 Jan 2025, 02 Jan 2025, 06 Feb 2025, 24 Mar 2025, 18 Apr 2025, 21 Apr 2025, 25 Apr 2025, 02 Jun 2025, 20 Jun 2025, 27 Oct 2025, 15 Dec 2025 - 31 Dec 2025.
01 Jan 2025, 02 Jan 2025, 06 Feb 2025, 24 Mar 2025, 18 Apr 2025, 21 Apr 2025, 25 Apr 2025, 02 Jun 2025, 20 Jun 2025, 27 Oct 2025, 15 Dec 2025 - 31 Dec 2025.
If a bank holiday falls on a weekday there is no refund nor are missed lessons recuperated. This is the case for the majority of language schools.
Level test
A test to assess your exact language level takes place at the school on the first day of the course.
Lessons needed per English language level
Data above gives some guidance. For more details consult our page How long does it take to learn a language or reach a specific level.
Airport transfer
Queenstown Airport:
95 NZD one way
190 NZD return (both ways)
190 NZD return (both ways)
More details about airports near Queenstown and how to travel independently from the airport to the city on our Queenstown page. For flight comparisons to Queenstown, we recommend using skyscanner.com.
Leisure activities
Examples of leisure activities organized by the school
Adults - Free activities
- Guided walking tours of Queenstown (by QRC students)
- The course fine dining lunch experience (by QRC Students)
- Job/Study/Conversation Clubs
- Hiking/bush walks.
- Volunteer Tree Planting
- Botanical Gardens.
- Swimming in the lake.
- Frisbee Golf.
- Biking (own bike)
- The course fine dining lunch experience (by QRC Students)
- Job/
- Hiking/
- Volunteer Tree Planting
- Botanical Gardens.
- Swimming in the lake.
- Frisbee Golf.
- Biking (own bike)
Adults - Paid activities
- Intro to coffee making NZD 5
- Intro to mocktail/cocktail making NZD 10
- Wine tasting NZD 5
- Kiwi baking NZD 10
- Bungy Jump NZD 220 +
- Jet Boat NZD129 - NZD 279
- Gondola Ride NZD 46
- Gondola / luge NZD 73 - NZD 99
- Gondola / bike NZD 95 (6 uplifts) NZD 275 (3 day pass)
- Skydive NZD 299 - NZD 479
- Paragliding NZD 279
- Lake Cruise NZD 80
- Wine tour NZD 65.5 - NZD 79.50
- Golf (18 holes) NZD110 – NZD 150
- Horseback riding
- Intro to mocktail/
- Wine tasting NZD 5
- Kiwi baking NZD 10
- Bungy Jump NZD 220 +
- Jet Boat NZD129 - NZD 279
- Gondola Ride NZD 46
- Gondola / luge NZD 73 - NZD 99
- Gondola / bike NZD 95 (6 uplifts) NZD 275 (3 day pass)
- Skydive NZD 299 - NZD 479
- Paragliding NZD 279
- Lake Cruise NZD 80
- Wine tour NZD 65.5 - NZD 79.50
- Golf (18 holes) NZD110 – NZD 150
- Horseback riding
| activity possible | distance from school | |
|---|---|---|
| Ballet | | 2 km |
| Basketball | | 7 km |
| Cricket | | 0.5 km |
| Dancing | | 2 km |
| Field Hockey | | 0.5 km |
| Football (soccer) | | 0.5 km |
| Golf | | 12 km |
| Horse riding | | 15 km |
| Ice Hockey | | 2 km |
| Mountainbiking | | 1 km |
| Music | | - |
| Rugby | | 0.5 km |
| Skiing | | 20 km |
| Squash | | 1 km |
| Swimming | | 7 km |
| Table Tennis | | - |
| Tennis | | 2 km |
| Volleyball | | 7 km |
| Windsurfing | | 2 km |
| Yoga | | 1 km |
Accommodation
Shotover Lodge 
In high demand!
1 rating
Single room, No meals
Private bathroom
from
380 NZD/ week
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| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week | One-time fee (charged by school) |
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| Price in NZD | 380 | 760 | 1140 | 1520 | 1900 | 2280 | 2660 | 3040 | 3800 | 4560 | 380 | 100 |
| Price in US$ | 226 | 452 | 678 | 904 | 1130 | 1356 | 1582 | 1808 | 2260 | 2712 | 226 | 60 |
Minimum stay: 1 week
Prices based on accommodation from Saturday to Saturday
Price per person
Prices based on accommodation from Saturday to Saturday
Price per person
ABC owns and operates Shotover Lodge, located at the base of Coronet Peak and close to the iconic Shotover River it is perfect for independent living in a community environment.
All rooms include a small and basic kitchen, a private bathroom, heating, and internet access. You’ll be able to enjoy the games and TV lounge, as well as the BBQ area and picnic tables - all of which give you the means to socialise on-site.
To get to your classes, you’ll just need to take the bus for a 10-minute journey.
Students will need to pay NZD 720 to secure the room (first and last week’s rent). If they cancel they will receive a refund with the exception of a NZD 50 administrative fee.
Bed Linen and Cleaning Fee: NZD 200.
Check-in
Saturday 14:00 or later
Check-out
Saturday
Note: It is important to inform the school if you plan to arrive or leave outside the standard check in/check out times.
One-time fee
The school/accommodation provider will charge a non-refundable one-time fee of 100NZD.
Price extra night
100 NZD
(Individual extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price)
Room Occupancy
Single room
Private bathroom
Included
Distance from school
10 minutes by public transport.
Includes
TV, Access to laundry service, Access to Wifi in building (Free WIFI), Heating, Private bathroom.
Meals
No meals.
Minimum age of students
18
Homestay
1 rating
Single room, Half board on weekdays, Full board on weekends
Shared bathroom
from
360 NZD/ week
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| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week | One-time fee (charged by school) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in NZD | 360 | 720 | 1080 | 1440 | 1800 | 2160 | 2520 | 2880 | 3600 | 4320 | 360 | 250 |
| Price in US$ | 215 | 429 | 643 | 857 | 1071 | 1285 | 1499 | 1713 | 2141 | 2569 | 215 | 149 |
Minimum stay: 2 weeks
Prices based on accommodation from Saturday to Saturday
Price per person
Prices based on accommodation from Saturday to Saturday
Price per person
Check-in
Saturday
Check-out
Saturday
Note: It is important to inform the school if you plan to arrive or leave outside the standard check in/check out times.
One-time fee
The school/accommodation provider will charge a non-refundable one-time fee of 250NZD.
Price extra night
70 NZD
(Individual extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price)
Room Occupancy
Single room
Includes
TV, Towels, Bedding/linen, Access to laundry service, Access to Wifi in building (Free WIFI), Heating, Air conditioning, Shared bathroom.
Meals
Half board on weekdays, Full board on weekends.
Minimum age of students
18
Shotover Lodge
1 rating
Double room (only for 2 people travelling together), No meals
Private bathroom
from
240 NZD/ week
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| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week | One-time fee (charged by school) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in NZD | 240 | 480 | 720 | 960 | 1200 | 1440 | 1680 | 1920 | 2400 | 2880 | 240 | 100 |
| Price in US$ | 143 | 286 | 429 | 571 | 714 | 857 | 999 | 1142 | 1427 | 1713 | 143 | 60 |
Minimum stay: 6 weeks
Prices based on accommodation from Saturday to Saturday
Price per person
Prices based on accommodation from Saturday to Saturday
Price per person
Room has a kitchenette, games and TV lounge, BBQ area with picnic tables and expansive grassed areas and landscaped gardens for outdoor activities.
Students will need to pay NZD 960 to secure the room (first and last week’s rent). If they cancel they will receive a refund with the exception of a NZD 50 administrative fee.
Bed Linen and Cleaning Fee: NZD 200.
Check-in
Saturday 14:00 or later
Check-out
Saturday
Note: It is important to inform the school if you plan to arrive or leave outside the standard check in/check out times.
One-time fee
The school/accommodation provider will charge a non-refundable one-time fee of 100NZD.
Price extra night
100 NZD
(Individual extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price)
Room Occupancy
Double room (only for 2 people travelling together)
Private bathroom
Included
Distance from school
10 minutes by public transport.
Includes
TV, Access to laundry service, Access to Wifi in building (Free WIFI), Heating, Private bathroom.
Meals
No meals.
Minimum age of students
18
Student Testimonial Videos
Note: The video testimonials of students from ABC College of English have been provided by the school and schools do not usually publish negative testimonials. For uncensored reviews read what our students report about their stay at ABC College of English.
Questions and answers about ABC College of English
- Can one-to-one lessons be organised for participants under the age of 18?“Unfortunately not. As per our website all students need to be 18 years or older.”Duncan, Adminstration from ABC College of English, Queenstown - Apr 18, 2024
FAQ about ABC College of English, Queenstown
- Could you tell me which bus number I need to take to get from Queenstown to shotover lodge and whether I can pay on board or get a magnetic card beforehand, as is the case in Auckland or Sydney?“As of 2025, bus number 2 runs from Queenstown city centre to Shotover Lodge (which is an accommodation the school has). If you are traveling from the airport area, you will need to take bus number 1 first and then transfer to bus number 2. Students can download the Transit - Orbus Queenstown app to see all bus information and find the best route.
Please note that buses only accept cash payments. Students can purchase a card from the bus driver for USD 5 and top it up at the same time. ”Andre Morimoto, QRC & ABC College of English Admissions from - Jan 29, 2025 - What is the most popular accommodation offered by ABC College of English?The accommodation Shotover Lodge is the most popular among all our clients of ABC College of English
- Is airport pickup offered by ABC College of English?Yes. The school offers pickup from Queenstown Airport (95 NZD)
- What is the number of students per class at ABC College of English?Depending on the chosen course, the maximum number of students at ABC College of English varies from 8 students (IELTS Preparation Course) to 15 students (General English Course )
- Which countries are students of ABC College of English from?The highest Nationality percentage at ABC College of English comes from Japan with a 20% representation, followed by students from Thailand (20%) and Brazil (16%).
- ABC College of English offers courses for which ages?ABC College of English offers courses from 18 years to 99. Average age is 25 during the summer and 25 for the rest of the year.
Terms of ABC College of English
First day of course
Written and oral level test is performed. Students should arrive at 9:00
Payment methods accepted for payments made directly to the school
Legal name/parent company
ABC College of English Ltd. | Tax registration ID: GST013-560-657
Visa Documents
You can travel and study a language course for a limited number of hours a week just applying for the visa waiver programme online.
Check visa requirements for nationals from other countries.Nationals from countries that require a visa will receive documents from the school, related to booking confirmation, which is required for the visa application.
Full payment of all fees required before school dispatches documents required for visa application
Yes
Preferential cancellation terms in case of visa refusal
School agreed that students booking online on this site will benefit from preferential cancellation fees in case of visa refusal, and in this case will never exceed EUR 180.
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The General English course from ABC College of English at their Queenstown location provides a learning experience suitable for a wide range of people, including those planning to be involved in academics or an important job opportunity.
These 20 lessons per week are focused on improving your grammatical accuracy, sense of confidence, and fluency when using English in any situation that you might find yourself in. Participants can expect to cover the four main language skills: listening, speaking, reading and writing.