Favorites heart icon
Favorites heart icon
X
All English schools in Auckland
00:0000:00
 

Dominion English SchoolsAuckland, New Zealand

Dominion English Schools has ceased operations - Permanently closed down

Location: Dominion English Schools is located in the diverse and lively city of Auckland, New Zealand. Housed in the centre of Auckland, within minutes of restaurants, shops, eateries and close to the harbour, the school is in an excellent location to enjoy the city to its fullest. With over 50 years of experience in giving language tuition, Dominion English Schools receives a variety of students from all over the world each year.

School facilities: The school is large, offering excellent facilities to students studying over a wide range of courses. These facilities include televisions, air-conditioning and heating in all classrooms, with most classrooms having ample natural light, creating the optimal working and learning environment. There is also a library, computer lab, free Wi-Fi and free after-class access to learning software, ensuring that students have everything they need to achieve their goals. A student support desk for any questions, queries or concerns is also readily available to students.

Course selection: Courses are available to students of all levels, with Junior courses also available throughout the whole year. The range of adult courses include General and Intensive English, taught in groups or in private lessons, along with Business English, English for Academic Purposes and Teacher Training programmes for TESOL and TECSOL. Exam preparation courses for the TOEIC and IELTS exams are also available.

Accommodation: An array of options of accommodation for adults, as well as junior students, is available throughout the year.
  • The language school Dominion English Schools was founded in Auckland, New Zealand in 1969.
  • Legal name / parent company: Dominion Teaching Associates Ltd
  • Tax registration ID: 13-407-738
  • Abbreviated name of school: Dominion ES Auckland

English Courses

Information for all courses offered by Dominion English Schools

Comments about courses

Supplement for 1 week bookings: NZD 40.

Lesson duration
60 minutes
School's administrative fee
220.00 NZD
Individual classes
Single individual lessons of tuition can be reserved at 90 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.
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

Level (CEFR) LESSONS needed per level WEEKS needed
(20 lessons per week)
A1 Beginner A1 to A2 80 4
A2 Elementary A2 to B1 160 8
B1 Intermediate B1 to B2 180 9
B2 Higher Intermediate B2 to C1 200 10
C1 Advanced C1 to C2 220 11
C2 Proficiency
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.

Our price includes

  • INCLUDED Wireless LAN zone at school
  • INCLUDED Free certificate of course attendance
  • INCLUDED Language level placement test at first day of classes
  • INCLUDED Free assistance for finding jobs
Note: All courses offered by Dominion, Auckland can be reserved online with LanguageCourse.net. In case a course is not listed above, just let us know.

Photos

  • Dominion English Schools reception
    Dominion English Schools reception1/32
  • Dominion English Schools front desk
    Dominion English Schools front desk2/32
  • Brochures
    Brochures3/32
  • 4/32
  • Class photo
    Class photo5/32
  • 6/32
  • 7/32
  • Student lounge
    Student lounge8/32
  • 9/32
  • 10/32
  • 11/32
  • 12/32
  • 13/32
  • 14/32
  • 15/32
  • 16/32
  • 17/32
  • Desks
    Desks 18/32
  • facilities
    facilities19/32
  • 20/32
  • Students in Auckland
    Students in Auckland21/32
  • 22/32
  • Excursions
    Excursions 23/32
  • 24/32
  • Seeing Auckland
    Seeing Auckland25/32
  • 26/32
  • Canoeing in Auckland
    Canoeing in Auckland27/32
  • 28/32
  • Dominion English Schools lesson
    Dominion English Schools lesson29/32
  • Making friends
    Making friends30/32
  • Dominion English Schools students
    Dominion English Schools students31/32
  • Waterfall in Auckland
    Waterfall in Auckland32/32

Dominion English Schools (Dominion ES)

Accreditations and Quality seals
Education NZEnglish New ZealandNZQAPreferential Terms in Case of Visa Refusal
Languages spoken by school staff (cannot be guaranteed by school)
First day of course
Written and oral level test is performed. Students should arrive at 8:30
Offer for returning students
You will be refunded/waived the school's administration fee If you already attended previously a course at Dominion English Schools and you book here.
Payment methods accepted for payments made directly to the school
Visa - logoMastercard - logoBank Transfer - logo

General school facilities

  • Microwave for student use

  • Fridge for student use

  • Computer lab

  • Library

  • Daily press

  • Movie rental

  • Free after-class access to language learning software

  • Movie room

  • Lounge

  • Student support desk

  • Copy machine

  • Printer for student use

  • Free coffee

  • Free water dispenser

  • Free WIFI

  • Facilities for islamic students

    • Available area to pray at the school

    • Homestay option that can prepare halal food

    • Homestay option for female islamic students where no men are living in household and that prepare halal food

    • Arabic homestays available

  • Classroom equipment

    • TV in all classrooms

    • Air conditioning in all classrooms

    • Heating in all classrooms

    • Ample natural light in most classrooms

    Number of classrooms: 20
    Number of public PC workstations: 3
    Paid parking (<500m)

    Facilities for disabled students

    • Wheelchair access to classroom

    • Accessible Toilet

    • Wheelchair access to reception

    • Adapted for students with learning difficulty

Student Age / Nationality

Minimum age of students
18 years
12 years for specific Junior courses

Top student nationalities

Airport transfer

Auckland International Airport:
100 NZD one way
200 NZD return (both ways)
More information about airports around Auckland and how to get from the airport to Auckland on your own here on our Auckland page.

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.

Ratings of Dominion English Schools compared to ratings of all schools in New Zealand

 Dominion English Schools AucklandAverage of all other schools in New Zealand
Overall school rating4.0

Rating: 4.0/5.0

4.1

Rating: 4.1/5.0

Location of the school4.5

Rating: 4.5/5.0

4.5

Rating: 4.5/5.0

Facilities4.0

Rating: 4.0/5.0

3.8

Rating: 3.8/5.0

Social activities4.0

Rating: 4.0/5.0

4.0

Rating: 4.0/5.0

Organisation4.0

Rating: 4.0/5.0

4.2

Rating: 4.2/5.0

Quality of teaching3.5

Rating: 3.5/5.0

4.1

Rating: 4.1/5.0

Value for money3.5

Rating: 3.5/5.0

3.8

Rating: 3.8/5.0

Homestay4.0

Rating: 4.0/5.0

4.1

Rating: 4.1/5.0

Shared flat4.0

Rating: 4.0/5.0

4.1

Rating: 4.1/5.0

Student opinions about Dominion English Schools, Auckland

Liked
Many different kinds of activities.
Insider tips about what future students should not miss Nothing
Overall rating
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Value for money
3.0

Rating: 3/5.0

City/place
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Facilities (library, classrooms)
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Quality of teaching / language progress
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

School organization
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Social activities
3.0

Rating: 3/5.0

Other comments Do you have Korean staff?
Course: Super Intensive Junior Course - 12 to 17 years - 4 weeks
18. Feb. 2019

Map  

155 Queen St, 8th Floor - 1010 Auckland
Loading map content
Other language schools in Auckland offering English courses: 
  1. Aspiring Language Institute, Central Business District4.2

    Rating: 4.2/5.0

  2. Auckland English Academy
  3. EF International Language Center
  4. Influent
  5. LSI - Language Studies International3.9

    Rating: 3.9/5.0

  6. Seafield School of English
  7. Study & Live in your Teacher's Home4.5

    Rating: 4.5/5.0

  8. Worldwide School of English4.2

    Rating: 4.2/5.0

FAQ about Dominion English Schools,

  • English courses at Dominion start at 0 NZD for course with lessons per week. When booking here you get the guaranteed best price.
  • Yes. The school offers pickup from Auckland International Airport (100 NZD)
  • The highest Nationality percentage at Dominion English Schools comes from Japan with a 19% representation, followed by students from France (14%) and Thailand (13%).

Not sure which course at Dominion English Schools is best for you?

Get free advice from our language travel experts to help you find the best course for you.

Auckland
Auckland city attractiveness rated by our students:
4.2 

Rating: 4.2/5.0

More information about Auckland including climate data and events on our Auckland page with a list of all 8 English schools in Auckland.
Interested in online courses?
Have a look at our top picks of Live Online English courses at the best prices.
Don't just take our
word for it...
Fun stats
  • 1.000.000 US$: in course fees saved.
  • Pioneers: We were among the first sites to publish uncensored reviews of language schools. Established in 1999.
  • Leaders: We are one of the most visited independent sites dedicated to language courses.
  • >20.000 facebook fans.
Terms & ConditionsRefund PolicyPrivacy & CookiesAbout UsContact UsImprintReview & User Content PoliciesTrust & SafetyAffiliate ProgrammeAdd Your School
© 1999 - 2024 LanguageCourse S.L.