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Worldwide School of English Auckland, New Zealand

80 Anzac Avenue - 1010 Auckland - see on map
What we like about the school
  • Free Job Club and Working Holiday Visa job finding service
  • Friday afternoon movie: free movie in the school movie room with free popcorn
  • Every afternoon free organized leisure activities for adults
What we dislike about the school
  • Cancellation fees for students having to cancel due to visa rejection.

Location: Worldwide School of English Auckland is located in the culturally rich city of Auckland, New Zealand. The school is housed in Central Auckland city, close to the harbour, ferries, Sky City, the main train and bus stations, shopping centres, many bars and restaurants. Attractions within walking distance of the school include the Spark Arena music venue, the Auckland Art Gallery Toi o Tamaki, Albert Park, the New Zealand Maritime Museum and more.

Course selection: In addition to General English programmes, taught over various schedules and intensities, the school provides Exam Preparation programmes (IELTS, TOEIC, FCE, CAE), Business English and a "Get Ready" programme for improving Academic English prior to an exam preparation course.

Social and cultural: Worldwide School of English Auckland provides a wide range of activities on a diverse social activities calendar. Evening activities previously arranged for students include yoga, touch rugby, pub nites and soccer matches. Every Friday, there are at least four evening activities for students to choose from. These activities may also include afternoon movies, special English classes dedicated to specific topics (pronunciation, grammar, etc.), class trips to local attractions, bowling, go-karting and more. The school also arranges excursions and weekend trips for students to enjoy. At least four options for weekend trips are available each week. Possible trips include sailing trips, beach trips, trips to the mountains to snowboard or ski, Rotorua, Waitomo Caves and much more.

English Courses

General Language
FREE changes
Weeks 2 3 4 6 8 10 12 24 32 52
Our price (NZ$) 960 1,440 1,920 2,880 3,840 4,800 5,640 11,040 14,400 23,400
Price in US$ 519 778 1,038 1,556 2,075 2,593 3,047 5,964 7,779 12,640
Starting dates
Every Monday

Worldwide School of English offers their General English course on a 20-lesson per week basis and is suitable for a wide range of people in different situations - including those who are involved in academics, or who are trying to improve their English for their work life.

There are 8 possible levels that you might be assigned to after your initial placement test, however, at each level the foundation of the lessons remains largely the same: a strong focus on grammar, vocabulary, reading, and writing. Students will also spend a significant amount of time in speaking activities, to refine this all-important skill.

Course specific data
General course schedule
4 daily lessons of 55 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: 9:00  - 12:00
Afternoon: 12:40 - 14:30
Possible course durations
2-99 weeks
Language levels of course
Suitable for all levels: Beginner (A1) - Proficiency (C2)
Minimum required student age
18 years
Students per class
Maximum: 18 / Average: 13
Lesson duration
55 min
FREE changes
Weeks 2 3 4 5 6 8 10 12 24 32
Our price (NZ$) 800 1,200 1,600 2,000 2,400 3,200 4,000 4,680 9,120 11,840
Price in US$ 433 649 865 1,081 1,297 1,729 2,161 2,528 4,927 6,396
Starting dates
Every Monday
Course specific data
General course schedule
2-3 daily lessons of 55 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: 9:00  - 12:00
Possible course durations
2-99 weeks
Language levels of course
Suitable for all levels: Beginner (A1) - Proficiency (C2)
Minimum required student age
18 years
Students per class
Maximum: 15 / Average: 11
Lesson duration
55 min
FREE changes
Weeks 2 3 4 6 8 10 12 24 32 52
Our price (NZ$) 960 1,440 1,920 2,880 3,840 4,800 5,640 11,040 14,400 23,400
Price in US$ 519 778 1,038 1,556 2,075 2,593 3,047 5,964 7,779 12,640
Starting dates
Every Monday
Course specific data
General course schedule
4 daily lessons of 55 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:
Afternoon: 16:30 - 21:30
Possible course durations
2-99 weeks
Language levels of course
Suitable for all levels: Beginner (A1) - Proficiency (C2)
Minimum required student age
18 years
Students per class
Maximum: 18 / Average: 13
Lesson duration
55 min
Private
FREE changes
Weeks 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 12
Our price (NZ$) 650 1,300 1,950 2,600 3,250 3,900 4,550 5,200 5,850 6,500 7,800
Price in US$ 352 703 1,054 1,405 1,756 2,107 2,458 2,809 3,160 3,511 4,214
Starting dates
Every Day
Course specific data
General course schedule
1 daily lesson of 55 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: 9:00  - 12:00
Afternoon: 13:00 - 17:00
Possible course durations
1-99 weeks
Language levels of course
Suitable for all levels: Beginner (A1) - Proficiency (C2)
Minimum required student age
18 years
Students per class
Maximum: 1 / Average: 1
Lesson duration
55 min
Work & Study
FREE changes
Weeks 2 3 4 5 6 8 10 12 24 32
Our price (NZ$) 960 1,440 1,920 2,400 2,880 3,840 4,800 5,640 11,040 14,400
Price in US$ 519 778 1,038 1,297 1,556 2,075 2,593 3,047 5,964 7,779
Starting dates
Every Monday

Paid internship fee: NZ$1600

Course specific data
General course schedule
4 daily lessons of 55 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: 9:00  - 12:00
Afternoon: 12:40 - 14:30
Possible course durations
2-99 weeks
Language levels of course
Suitable for all levels: Beginner (A1) - Proficiency (C2)
Minimum required student age
18 years
Students per class
Maximum: 15 / Average: 11
Lesson duration
55 min
FREE changes
Weeks 2 3 4 5 6 8 10 12 24 32
Our price (NZ$) 960 1,440 1,920 2,400 2,880 3,840 4,800 5,640 11,040 14,400
Price in US$ 519 778 1,038 1,297 1,556 2,075 2,593 3,047 5,964 7,779
Starting dates
Every Monday

Unpaid internship fee: NZ$1400.

Course specific data
General course schedule
4 daily lessons of 55 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: 9:00  - 12:00
Afternoon: 12:40 - 14:30
Possible course durations
2-99 weeks
Language levels of course
Suitable for all levels: Beginner (A1) - Proficiency (C2)
Minimum required student age
15 years
Students per class
Maximum: 15 / Average: 11
Lesson duration
55 min
Exam PreparationWhy exam preparation courses are excellent for optimum progress
FREE changes
Weeks 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 12
Our price (NZ$) 960 1,440 1,920 2,400 2,880 3,360 3,840 4,320 4,800 5,640
Price in US$ 519 778 1,038 1,297 1,556 1,815 2,075 2,334 2,593 3,047
Starting dates
2026: 05 Jan 2026, 16 Mar 2026, 07 Sep 2026
2027: 05 Jan 2027, 15 Mar 2027, 06 Sep 2027
Course specific data
General course schedule
4 daily lessons of 55 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: 9:00  - 12:00
Afternoon: 12:40 - 14:30
Possible course durations
2-99 weeks
Required minimum language level
Upper intermediate (B2) or higher
Minimum required student age
18 years
Students per class
Maximum: 15 / Average: 11
Lesson duration
55 min
Average Cambridge First Certificate exam score of former students of this course
95%
FREE changes
Weeks 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 12
Our price (NZ$) 960 1,440 1,920 2,400 2,880 3,360 3,840 4,320 4,800 5,640
Price in US$ 519 778 1,038 1,297 1,556 1,815 2,075 2,334 2,593 3,047
Starting dates
2026: 05 Jan 2026, 16 Mar 2026, 07 Sep 2026
2027: 05 Jan 2027, 15 Mar 2027, 06 Sep 2027
Course specific data
General course schedule
4 daily lessons of 55 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: 9:00  - 12:00
Afternoon: 12:40 - 14:30
Possible course durations
2-99 weeks
Required minimum language level
Advanced (C1) or higher
Minimum required student age
18 years
Students per class
Maximum: 14 / Average: 10
Lesson duration
55 min
Average Cambridge Advanced Certificate exam score of former students of this course
95%
FREE changes
Weeks 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 12
Our price (NZ$) 960 1,440 1,920 2,400 2,880 3,360 3,840 4,320 4,800 5,640
Price in US$ 519 778 1,038 1,297 1,556 1,815 2,075 2,334 2,593 3,047
Starting dates
2026: 05 Jan 2026, 16 Mar 2026, 07 Sep 2026
Course specific data
General course schedule
4 daily lessons of 55 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: 9:00  - 12:00
Afternoon: 12:40 - 14:30
Possible course durations
2-12 weeks
Required minimum language level
Proficiency (C2)
Minimum required student age
18 years
Students per class
Maximum: 15 / Average: 11
Lesson duration
55 min
FREE changes
Weeks 2 3 4 5 6 8 10 12 24 32
Our price (NZ$) 960 1,440 1,920 2,400 2,880 3,840 4,800 5,640 11,040 14,400
Price in US$ 519 778 1,038 1,297 1,556 2,075 2,593 3,047 5,964 7,779
Starting dates
Every Monday

This course is for students requiring an IELTS score from 5.0 or more and need to take the exam at the end of the course.

Classes are held from Mondays to Fridays with a practice exam conducted every Friday afternoon.
Text books are provided free of charge to all IELTS students.

Course specific data
General course schedule
4 daily lessons of 55 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: 9:00  - 12:00
Afternoon: 12:40 - 14:30
Possible course durations
2-99 weeks
Required minimum language level
Upper intermediate (B2) or higher
Minimum required student age
18 years
Students per class
Maximum: 18 / Average: 13
Lesson duration
55 min
Average IELTS exam score of former students of this course
6.0

Our prices for Worldwide School of English include

  • INCLUDED Internet access and use of school computers
  • INCLUDED Wireless LAN zone at school
  • INCLUDED Free certificate of course attendance
  • INCLUDED Language level placement test on the first day of classes
  • INCLUDED Language level placement test before arrival
  • INCLUDED For adult courses: every afternoon free organized leisure program
  • INCLUDED For adult courses: a minimum of one free organized leisure activity per week
  • INCLUDED Free consultation about suitable college/university programs by a qualified consultant
  • INCLUDED Free local SIM card
  • INCLUDED Free assistance for finding jobs

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Student opinions about Worldwide School of English, Auckland

4.2
Overall school rating of
Worldwide School of English, Auckland
52 authentic ratings from students who booked with us
School
Location of the school
4.5 
Facilities
4.0 
Social activities
4.2 
Organisation
4.3 
Course
Quality of teaching
4.0 
Value for money
3.8 
Accommodation
Homestay
4.2 
Shared Flat (apartment)
3.7 
Other
3.4 
Overall school rating by student age group
Students < 18 years (1 rating)
5.0 
Students 18-30 years (21 ratings)
4.1 
Students 31-49 years (9 ratings)
4.2 
Students 50+ years (10 ratings)
4.2 
Verified reviews only, uncensored. All student opinions from students who booked a course at the school with LanguageCourse.net.
Overall rating
5.0
“Very nice experience here, especially the support from teacher and classmates. I’ll be there again.”
Verified  
Course: General English Full-Time - 3 weeks
Review date: 19 Oct 2026
Overall rating
4.0
“Provide a variety of activities, support interaction with multiple students, and listen to student feedback”
“A little off Queen Street, but not a big deal”
Verified  
Course: General English Full-Time - 4 weeks
Review date: 17 Feb 2025
Overall rating
5.0
“The general organizing”
“Nothing.”
Verified  
Course: General English Full-Time - 3 weeks
Review date: 9 Jan 2025
Overall rating
5.0
“Superb experience of living, exchanging and sharing with people from all over the world, top-notch supervision and teaching. I recommend this school one hundred percent.”
Verified  
Course: General English Full-Time - 4 weeks
Review date: 13 Nov 2023
Overall rating
5.0
“I like the school's learning atmosphere and experienced teachers very much. The morning classes are compact and efficient, and the afternoon oral classes are interesting. At the end of the day, the school also arranges many interesting extra-curricular activities, in which we can make friends from different countries and communicate in English. All in all, Worldwide is a great language school.”
“Nothing”
Verified  
Course: General English Full-Time - 16 weeks
Review date: 27 Oct 2023
Overall rating
5.0
“Teachers are professional, they help students choose the right way to improve their language. Every one of them has a different way of teaching, which is good and prevents boredom.”
Insider tip: “Reading is very important and help us to make our sentences in a correct way.”
Quality of teaching / language progress: If you want to learn faster it's good to choose a full time English course. Afternoon classes were funny and helped me to improve my speaking and taught me new vocabulary.
City/place: Nice city to learn in, give you many opportunities to make your "social life in English".
Other comments: It is a good school, which showed me that learning English can be fun and faster.
Verified  
Course: Intensive English Course - 7 weeks
Review date: 8 Aug 2019
Overall rating
5.0
“To be in contact with many different nationalities”
Insider tip: “Pub night!”
Other comments: Super nice teachers & great experiences
Verified  
Course: General English Part-Time Morning - 6 weeks
Review date: 15 Dec 2018
Overall rating
5.0
“Quality of teaching”
Other comments: Well appreciated
Verified  
Course: Combo Programme - 12 weeks
Review date: 2 Jun 2015
Overall rating
5.0
“The teachers”
Insider tip: “Apart from your studies, do not hesitate to visit the country.”
Verified  
Course: Cambridge Preparation Full-Time - FCE - 22 weeks
Review date: 24 Jun 2014
Overall rating
4.0
“The mix of nationalities, the teaching, courtesy of teachers”
Insider tip: “The organized activities, the graduation day after the course”
Other comments: Very well located in the city center
Verified  
Course: Intensive English Course - 2 weeks
Review date: 14 Apr 2014
Overall rating
4.0
“The atmosphere in school is excellent! Great students, it was an excellent human experience which also helped me to make considerable progress in English! thank you WWS!”
Insider tip: “Pubs nights. Which allow you to relax while having fun and practicing your "speaking". AWESOME!”
Other comments: It's a good school, warm atmosphere, helpful teachers.
Verified  
Course: Intensive English Course - 5 weeks
Review date: 18 Feb 2014
Overall rating
5.0
“The good atmosphere in class”
Verified  
Course: Intensive English Course - 2 weeks
Review date: 15 Oct 2012
Overall rating
4.0
“Multi-culturalism.”
Other comments: Smaller classes, better coffee.
Verified  
Course: Intensive English Course - 3 weeks
Review date: 8 Sept 2010
Overall rating
4.0
“The methodology of the classes and pub night!”
Insider tip: “Enjoy and learn all of New Zealand”
Verified  
Course: Internship - 6 weeks
Review date: 6 Dec 2009
Overall rating
4.0
“The atmosphere and the teaching.”
Verified  
Course: Cambridge Preparation Full-Time - CAE - 12 weeks
Review date: 24 Jan 2009
Overall rating
4.0
“The relationship between students and staff.”
Insider tip: “Most houses in new Zeland don't have central heating.”
Verified  
Course: Intensive English Course - 2 weeks
Review date: 17 Nov 2008
Overall rating
4.0
“The people”
Other comments: The people are very funny and they try to help you always.they are very nice.
Verified  
Course: General English Part-Time Morning - 12 weeks
Review date: 14 May 2008
Overall rating
3.0
“That I met very good friends”
Insider tip: “Do a lot of trips in the weekends because they were great!”
Verified  
Course: Cambridge Preparation Full-Time - FCE - 9 weeks
Review date: 31 Mar 2008
Overall rating
4.0
“The ambiance, the diversity of nationalites and the ludique way to learn”
Verified  
Course: General English Part-Time Morning - 2 weeks
Review date: 18 Feb 2008
Overall rating
4.0
“Pub night, soccer, friends, teacher”
Verified  
Course: General English Part-Time Morning - 2 weeks
Review date: 14 Feb 2008
Overall rating
4.0
“Atmosphere”
Verified  
Course: Intensive English Course - 4 weeks
Review date: 25 Nov 2007
Overall rating
5.0
“Friendly, you feel like home”
Verified  
Course: English PLUS Farm Experience - 3 weeks
Review date: 18 Oct 2007
Overall rating
4.0
“You meet students all over the world in a nice city”
Other comments: Very nice school with cool teachers. Quality of FCE/CAE class is more serious.
Verified  
Course: Intensive English Course - 8 weeks
Review date: 4 May 2007
Overall rating
3.0
“Two grammar teacher are perfect”
Review date: 2 Jan 2007
Overall rating
3.0
“Conversation class”
Verified  
Course: Intensive English Course - 4 weeks
Review date: 2 Jan 2007
Overall rating
4.0
“Great place to meet new friends!”
Insider tip: “Pub Night and other school activities are a must!”
Other comments: If you want to have a great time and learn good English, this is the best school to go to.
Review date: 24 Nov 2006
Overall rating
5.0
“Encouraged to study hard”
Verified  
Course: Cambridge Preparation Full-Time - CAE - 12 weeks
Review date: 22 Jun 2006
Overall rating
4.0
“Located in the city center”
Insider tip: “Pub nights, very recommendable”
Other comments: In any case, always try to get a qulification, then you have a goal for studying and lessons are so much better. No kidding, try IELTS, FCE ... the school is good then.
Review date: 21 Jun 2006
Overall rating
4.0
“School in city centre”
Verified  
Course: Intensive English Course - 4 weeks
Review date: 14 May 2006
Overall rating
4.0
“Pub night every wednesday”
Insider tip: “Nice teachers.”
Other comments: Nice school.
Review date: 1 May 2006
Overall rating
5.0
Insider tip: “Beware of credit card (I advise you to activate a key for online shopping)”
Verified  
Course: General English Part-Time Morning - 8 weeks
Review date: 12 Feb 2006
Overall rating
3.0
“Well-organized, e.g. the pub night every wednesday, free water, tea and coffee, movies in the library”
Verified  
Course: Intensive English Course - 4 weeks
Review date: 22 Dec 2005
Overall rating
4.0
“Good teacher”
Other comments: The homestay was great, but not 3 meals per day.
Verified  
Course: General English Part-Time Morning - 2 weeks
Review date: 19 Dec 2005
Overall rating
4.0
“Pubnight”
Insider tip: “Every thursday is Margaritha night 6 beer for 5 Dollar”
Verified  
Course: Standard
Review date: 21 Jan 2005
Overall rating
4.0
“Pubs at night, activities”
Insider tip: “Pubs at night”
Verified  
Course: Standard
Review date: 10 Nov 2004
Overall rating
4.0
“Many activities¡¢¡¡kind teacher”
Insider tip: “No problem”
Other comments: I enjoyed very much
Verified  
Course: Standard & Business Combi Group
Review date: 9 Sept 2004
Overall rating
5.0
“I do not like the german counseller, because she didn't have any right information.”
Verified  
Course: Standard
Review date: 22 Mar 2004
Overall rating
4.0
“Very good teachers.”
Other comments: The public transport system in Auckland is hopeless and it is sometimes very difficult to meet people and enjoy the time in Auckland.
Verified  
Course: Cambridge Advanced Certificate
Review date: 25 Dec 2003
Overall rating
5.0
“The teachers.”
Insider tip: “Be sure to bring a swimsuit because the school organises a trip to the nearby hot springs.”
Other comments: I don't recommend this school for Japanese students. Because there are many Japanese students. It looks like a Japanese school. But the school is great! My English improved in only 2 weeks.
Verified  
Course: Standard
Review date: 14 Nov 2003
Overall rating
5.0
“Friendly and motivated teachers and interesting topics, possibility to watch movies in the library.”
“Too much students out of my country in my class”
Insider tip: “Night activities like "margaritas"”
Verified  
Course: Standard
Review date: 7 Oct 2002
Overall rating
5.0
“Personal contact to teachers and headmasters”
“You just can change your homestay after two weeks”
Insider tip: “You will not study with just one book but with copys from different books”
Verified  
Course: Super Intensive (+35h)
Review date: 5 Mar 2002
Overall rating
4.0
Verified  
Course: General English Full-Time - 4 weeks
Review date: 21 Mar 2023
Overall rating
3.0
Verified  
Course: Intensive English Course - 8 weeks
Review date: 22 Apr 2020
Overall rating
4.0
Verified  
Course: Intensive English Course - 4 weeks
Review date: 18 Nov 2019
Overall rating
5.0
Verified  
Course: Cambridge Preparation Full-Time - CAE - 10 weeks
Review date: 27 Aug 2019
Overall rating
4.0
Verified  
Course: General English Part-Time Morning - 4 weeks
Review date: 19 Feb 2018
Overall rating
2.0
Verified  
Course: Intensive English Course - 6 weeks
Review date: 13 Jun 2016
Overall rating
5.0
Verified  
Course: Intensive English Course - 4 weeks
Review date: 4 Mar 2016
Overall rating
5.0
Verified  
Course: General English Part-Time Morning - 3 weeks
Review date: 11 Jun 2013
Overall rating
5.0
Verified  
Course: General English Part-Time Morning - 3 weeks
Review date: 28 Sept 2011

Ratings of Worldwide School of English compared to ratings of all schools in New Zealand

 Worldwide School of English AucklandAverage of all other schools in New Zealand
Overall school rating4.24.2
Location of the school4.54.6
Facilities4.03.8
Social activities4.24.0
Organisation4.34.2
Quality of teaching3.94.2
Value for money3.73.9
Homestay4.04.1
Shared flat3.74.1

Worldwide School of English

“Life is short and the world is wide. Just go Worldwide!”
Cleve Brown
– 
Cleve Brown
, 
Director of Worldwide School of English
Accreditations and Quality seals
Education NZEnglish New ZealandNZQAQE
English 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
45% male / 55% female
Offer for returning students
When you book here, the school's administration fee will be refunded/waived if you have already attended a course previously at Worldwide School of English.
Year of school foundation
1989

General school facilities

  • Microwave for student use

  • Cafeteria

  • Snack vending machine

  • Computer lab

  • Library

  • Free after-class access to language learning software

  • Movie room

  • Games room

  • Lounge

  • Rooftop terrace

  • Balcony / terrace

  • Student support desk

  • Self-study areas

  • Table tennis

  • Printer for student use

  • Copy machine

  • Free water dispenser

  • Free WIFI

  • Non-smoking (all indoor and all outdoor areas of school)

  • Paid parking (<500m)

  • Facilities for islamic students

    • Available area to pray at the school

    • Halal food offered at the school

    • Homestay option that can prepare halal food

    • We also have an Arabic speaking counsellor.
  • Classroom equipment

    • TV in all classrooms

    • Air conditioning in all classrooms

    • Heating in all classrooms

    • Ample natural light in all classrooms

    • Number of classrooms: 27
    • Number of public PC workstations: 32

    Facilities for disabled students

    • Wheelchair access to classroom

    • Accessible Toilet

    • Wheelchair access to reception

    • Wheelchair access to cafeteria

    • Prepared for partial sight or hearing difficulties but not completely of either or both.
Additional comment about facilities of school
- Cafeteria with food and drinks for sale - Large student room to relax with friends - Large outside deck to enjoy the sun - Free Wifi - Self Access Centre - Library - Listening stations - Computers - EFL readers - Magazines

Student Age / Nationality

Top student nationalities
Student Nationality Percentage of students
Thailand 25%
Japan 20%
Korea 10%
Saudi Arabia 7%
Brazil 5%
Chile 5%
France 5%
Spain 4%
Italy 2%
China 2%
Germany 2%
Switzerland 2%
Sweden 1%
Netherlands 1%
Vietnam 1%
Venezuela 1%
Other nationalities 7%
Age of students
  Percentage of students
1-18 years 0.99009900990099%
18-24 years 24.752475247525%
25-34 years 39.60396039604%
35-50 years 24.752475247525%
>50 years 9.9009900990099%
Average number of students
In summer: 15
Throughout the year: 18
Minimum age of students
18 years
Average number of levels
Adult courses In summer: 8
Adult courses Throughout the year: 8
Average age of students
In summer: 26 years
Throughout the year: 26 years

Information for all courses offered by Worldwide School of English

Lesson duration
55 minutes
School's administrative fee
NZ$270
Course material
Generally, course material has to be purchased by all students at the school. The costs of course material will be approximately NZ$5 per week.
Comments about courses

Material fees:

  • 1-19 weeks: NZ$5 per week.
  • 20 weeks or more: NZ$100 flat fee


    Student Health Insurance:
    2 weeks: NZ$147.
    1 month: NZ$179.
    2 months: NZ$243.
    3 months: NZ$303.
    4 months: NZ$365.
    5 months: NZ$428.
    6 months: NZ$491.
    7 months: NZ$552.
    8 months: NZ$615.
    9 months: NZ$647.
    10 months: NZ$708.
    11 months: NZ$767.
    12 months: NZ$827.
    13 months: NZ$892.
    14 months: NZ$957.
    15 months: NZ$1023.
Individual classes
Single individual lessons of tuition can be reserved at 130 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 2026 (including national and regional bank holidays):
26 Jan 2026, 06 Feb 2026, 03 Apr 2026, 06 Apr 2026, 27 Apr 2026, 01 Jun 2026, 10 Jun 2026, 26 Oct 2026, 25 Dec 2026.
If a bank holiday falls on a weekday there is no refund nor are missed lessons made up. 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
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
The 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

Auckland International Airport:
NZ$150 one way
NZ$300 return (both ways)

Leisure activities

Examples of leisure activities organized by the school

Adults - Free activities

- Monday: Yoga.
- Tuesday: Rugby.
- Wednesday: Volley.
- Thursday: Pub Night.
- Friday: options.

The activities calendar is different every week.

Adults - Paid activities

Friday afternoon activities, outside school, change every week (NZ$5 - NZ$20).
Video about leisure activities at Worldwide School of English Auckland
activity possibledistance from school
Baseball5 km
Basketball5 km
Cooking-
Cricket5 km
Dancing2 km
Diving10 km
Football (soccer)2 km
Golf10 km
Horse riding25 km
Mountainbiking25 km
Music5 km
Rugby2 km
Sailing10 km
Skiing500 km
Squash5 km
Swimming2 km
Table Tennis-
Tennis5 km
Volleyball5 km
Windsurfing-
Yoga-

Activity possible, but not organised by the school.

Accommodation

Show details of all accommodations
Weeks 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 10 12 Additional
Week
Price in NZ$ -- -- -- 2240 2800 3360 3920 4480 5600 6720 560
Price in US$ 1,274 1,593 1,911 2,229 2,548 3,185 3,821 319
Minimum stay: 4 weeks
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per person
Check-in
Sunday 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.
No extra nights bookable
Room Occupancy
Single room
Private bathroom
Included
Includes
TV, bedding/linen, access to laundry service, kitchen, access to Wifi in building (Free WIFI), heating, private bathroom.
Meals
No meals.
Minimum age of students
19
Weeks 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 10 12 Additional
Week
Price in NZ$ -- -- -- 1640 2050 2460 2870 3280 4100 4920 410
Price in US$ 933 1,166 1,399 1,632 1,865 2,332 2,798 234
Minimum stay: 4 weeks
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per person

A student has to be booked for a minimum of 4 weeks in advance.

Dietary requirement 1 (vegetarian, gluten-free, dairy and lactose-free, vegan, pork-free): NZ$60 per week.

Christmas Supplement: NZ$40.

Check-in
Sunday
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.
No extra nights bookable
Room Occupancy
Single room
Average distance from school
28 minutes by public transport (average reported by 12 former students).
Includes
TV, phone, towels, bedding/linen, weekly cleaning, access to laundry service, kitchen, access to Wifi in building (Free WIFI), heating, shared bathroom.
Meals
Half board on weekdays, full board on weekends.
Minimum age of students
19
Maximum age of students
90
Weeks 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 10 12 Additional
Week
Price in NZ$ -- -- -- 1720 2150 2580 3010 3440 4300 5160 430
Price in US$ 978 1,223 1,467 1,712 1,956 2,445 2,934 245
Minimum stay: 4 weeks
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per person

A student has to be booked for a minimum of 4 weeks in advance.

Dietary requirement 1 (vegetarian, gluten-free, dairy and lactose-free, vegan, pork-free): NZ$60 per week.

Christmas Supplement: NZ$40.

Check-in
Sunday
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.
No extra nights bookable
Room Occupancy
Single room
Average distance from school
45 minutes by public transport.
Includes
TV, phone, towels, bedding/linen, weekly cleaning, access to laundry service, kitchen, access to Wifi in building (Free WIFI), heating, shared bathroom.
Meals
Half board on weekdays, full board on weekends.
Minimum age of students
17
Maximum age of students
18
Weeks 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 10 12 Additional
Week
Price in NZ$ -- -- -- 1880 2350 2820 3290 3760 4700 5640 470
Price in US$ 1,069 1,337 1,604 1,871 2,138 2,673 3,207 268
Minimum stay: 4 weeks
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per person

Dietary requirement 1 (vegetarian, gluten-free, dairy and lactose-free, vegan, pork-free): NZ$60 per week.

Christmas Supplement: NZ$40.

Check-in
Sunday
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.
No extra nights bookable
Room Occupancy
Single room
Average distance from school
40 minutes by public transport.
Includes
TV, phone, towels, bedding/linen, weekly cleaning, access to laundry service, kitchen, access to Wifi in building (Free WIFI), heating, shared bathroom.
Meals
Breakfast, lunch & dinner.
Minimum age of students
17
Maximum age of students
18
Weeks 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 10 12 Additional
Week
Price in NZ$ -- -- -- 2520 3150 3780 4410 5040 6300 7560 630
Price in US$ 1,433 1,792 2,150 2,508 2,866 3,583 4,299 359
Minimum stay: 4 weeks
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per room
Check-in
Sunday 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.
No extra nights bookable
Room Occupancy
Double room
Private bathroom
Included
Includes
TV, bedding/linen, access to laundry service, kitchen, access to Wifi in building (Free WIFI), heating, private bathroom.
Meals
No meals.
Minimum age of students
19
Weeks 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 10 12 Additional
Week
Price in NZ$ -- -- -- 2760 3450 4140 4830 5520 6900 8280 690
Price in US$ 1,570 1,962 2,354 2,747 3,139 3,924 4,708 393
Minimum stay: 4 weeks
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per person
Check-in
Sunday
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.
No extra nights bookable
Room Occupancy
Twin room
Private bathroom
Included
Includes
TV, bedding/linen, weekly cleaning, access to laundry service, kitchen, access to Wifi in building (Free WIFI), heating, air conditioning, private bathroom.
Meals
No meals.
Minimum age of students
19
Weeks 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 10 12 Additional
Week
Price in NZ$ -- -- -- 2220 2775 3330 3885 4440 5550 6660 555
Price in US$ 1,263 1,578 1,894 2,209 2,525 3,156 3,787 316
Minimum stay: 4 weeks
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per person

Arrival package rental: NZ$100
(Includes: Bedding package – 1 pillow, 1 pillowcase, 1 duvet inner, 1 duvet cover, 1 clean sheet | Utensil package – 2 mug, 2 bowls, 2 plates, 2 knives, 2 forks, 2 tablespoons, 2 teaspoons).

Check-in
Sunday 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.
Deposit (refundable)
Upon arrival, a refundable deposit of NZ$400 is charged and will be refunded to you when you leave the accommodation, provided there are no damages.
No extra nights bookable
Room Occupancy
Single room
Private bathroom
Included
Includes
Access to Wifi in building (Free WIFI), private bathroom.
Meals
No meals.
Minimum age of students
18
Weeks 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 10 12 Additional
Week
Price in NZ$ -- -- -- 2140 2675 3210 3745 4280 5350 6420 535
Price in US$ 1,217 1,521 1,826 2,130 2,434 3,042 3,651 305
Minimum stay: 4 weeks
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per person

Arrival package rental: NZ$100
(Includes: Bedding package – 1 pillow, 1 pillowcase, 1 duvet inner, 1 duvet cover, 1 clean sheet | Utensil package – 2 mug, 2 bowls, 2 plates, 2 knives, 2 forks, 2 tablespoons, 2 teaspoons).

Check-in
Sunday 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.
Deposit (refundable)
Upon arrival, a refundable deposit of NZ$400 is charged and will be refunded to you when you leave the accommodation, provided there are no damages.
No extra nights bookable
Room Occupancy
Single room
Private bathroom
Included
Includes
Bedding/linen, weekly cleaning, access to laundry service, kitchen, access to Wifi in building (Free WIFI), private bathroom.
Meals
No meals.
Minimum age of students
18
Weeks 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 10 12 Additional
Week
One-time fee
(charged by school)
Price in NZ$ -- -- -- 1120 1400 1680 1680 1680 1680 1680 280 380
Price in US$ 637 797 956 956 956 956 956 160 217
Minimum stay: 4 weeks
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per person
Check-in
Sunday 7:00-19:00
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.
Deposit (refundable)
Upon arrival, a refundable deposit of NZ$200 is charged and will be refunded to you when you leave the accommodation, provided there are no damages.
One-time fee
The school/accommodation provider will charge a non-refundable one-time fee of 380NZD.
No extra nights bookable
Room Occupancy
Twin room
Includes
Kitchen, access to Wifi in building (Free WIFI), shared bathroom.
Meals
No meals.
Minimum age of students
18
Weeks 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 10 12 Additional
Week
One-time fee
(charged by school)
Price in NZ$ -- -- -- 1080 1350 1620 1890 2160 2700 3240 270 380
Price in US$ 615 768 922 1,075 1,229 1,536 1,843 154 217
Minimum stay: 4 weeks
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per person
Check-in
Sunday 7:00-19:00
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.
Deposit (refundable)
Upon arrival, a refundable deposit of NZ$200 is charged and will be refunded to you when you leave the accommodation, provided there are no damages.
One-time fee
The school/accommodation provider will charge a non-refundable one-time fee of 380NZD.
No extra nights bookable
Room Occupancy
Triple room
Includes
Kitchen, access to Wifi in building (Free WIFI), shared bathroom.
Meals
No meals.
Minimum age of students
18
Weeks 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 10 12 Additional
Week
One-time fee
(charged by school)
Price in NZ$ -- -- -- 960 1200 1440 1680 1920 2400 2880 240 380
Price in US$ 546 683 819 956 1,092 1,365 1,638 137 217
Minimum stay: 4 weeks
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per person
Check-in
Sunday 7:00-19:00
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.
Deposit (refundable)
Upon arrival, a refundable deposit of NZ$200 is charged and will be refunded to you when you leave the accommodation, provided there are no damages.
One-time fee
The school/accommodation provider will charge a non-refundable one-time fee of 380NZD.
No extra nights bookable
Room Occupancy
Shared room (multiple beds)
Includes
Kitchen, access to Wifi in building (Free WIFI), shared bathroom.
Meals
No meals.
Minimum age of students
18
Weeks 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 10 12 Additional
Week
One-time fee
(charged by school)
Price in NZ$ -- -- -- 1720 2150 2580 3010 3440 4300 5160 430 380
Price in US$ 978 1,223 1,467 1,712 1,956 2,445 2,934 245 217
Minimum stay: 4 weeks
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per room

Arrival package rental: NZ$130
(Includes: Duvet Cover, Duvet Inner, Face Cloth, Bath Towel, Pillow, Pillowcase, Plate, Bowl, Mug, Glass, Knife & Fork, Spoons, non-Stick Fry Pan, S/S Saucepan, Cooking Spoon and Slotted Turner)

Check-in
Sunday
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 380NZD.
No extra nights bookable
Room Occupancy
Double room (only for 2 people travelling together)
Includes
Towels, bedding/linen, shared bathroom.
Meals
No meals.
Minimum age of students
19
Weeks 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 10 12 Additional
Week
One-time fee
(charged by school)
Price in NZ$ -- -- -- 1320 1650 1980 2310 2640 3300 3960 330 380
Price in US$ 751 939 1,126 1,314 1,502 1,877 2,252 188 217
Minimum stay: 4 weeks
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per person

Arrival package rental: NZ$100
(Includes: Duvet Cover, Duvet Inner, Face Cloth, Bath Towel, Pillow, Pillowcase, Plate, Bowl, Mug, Glass, Knife & Fork, Spoons, non-Stick Fry Pan, S/S Saucepan, Cooking Spoon and Slotted Turner).

Check-in
Sunday
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 380NZD.
No extra nights bookable
Room Occupancy
Single room
Includes
Towels, bedding/linen, shared bathroom.
Meals
No meals.
Minimum age of students
19
Weeks 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 10 12 Additional
Week
One-time fee
(charged by school)
Price in NZ$ -- -- -- 1360 1700 2040 2380 2720 3400 4080 340 380
Price in US$ 774 967 1,160 1,354 1,547 1,934 2,320 194 217
Minimum stay: 4 weeks
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per person
Check-in
Sunday 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.
Deposit (refundable)
Upon arrival, a refundable deposit of NZ$500 is charged and will be refunded to you when you leave the accommodation, provided there are no damages.
One-time fee
The school/accommodation provider will charge a non-refundable one-time fee of 380NZD.
No extra nights bookable
Room Occupancy
Single room
Includes
TV, bedding/linen, access to laundry service, kitchen, access to Wifi in building (supplement fee), shared bathroom.
Meals
No meals.
Minimum age of students
19
Maximum age of students
90
Weeks 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 10 12 Additional
Week
One-time fee
(charged by school)
Price in NZ$ -- -- -- 2020 2525 3030 3535 4040 5050 6060 505 380
Price in US$ 1,149 1,436 1,723 2,010 2,298 2,872 3,446 288 217
Minimum stay: 4 weeks
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per person

Extra fees:
Key bond: NZ$40 (in the event of the loss of your key card).
Refundable bond for 8+ weeks: NZ$140

Check-in
Sunday 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 380NZD.
No extra nights bookable
Room Occupancy
Single room
Includes
TV, bedding/linen, weekly cleaning, access to laundry service, kitchen, access to Wifi in building (supplement fee), shared bathroom.
Meals
No meals.
Minimum age of students
19

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Questions and answers about Worldwide School of English

Do I need to bring anything special on the first day of the course?
“Please arrive at Worldwide at 8:30 (or earlier) on the first day. Remember to bring: Passport, Visa, Insurance (2024).”
Luiz, Marketing & Project Manager from Worldwide School of English, Auckland - Nov 15, 2024

FAQ about Worldwide School of English, Auckland

Is it possible to book accommodation in a flat for 2 weeks?
“For accommodation in a flat, the minimum period is 4 weeks.”
Madly Simba, Language Travel Consultant from LanguageCourse.Net - Aug 21, 2023
What is the most popular accommodation offered by Worldwide School of English?
“The accommodation City Lodge is the most popular among all our clients of Worldwide School of English”
Is airport pickup offered by Worldwide?
“Yes. The school offers pickup from Auckland International Airport (150 NZD)”
What is the number of students per class at Worldwide School of English?
“Depending on the chosen course, the maximum number of students at Worldwide School of English varies from 1 (Private Lessons) to 18 students (General English Full-Time)”
Which countries are students of Worldwide School of English from?
“Most students at Worldwide School of English come from these countries: Thailand (25%), Japan (20%) and Korea (10%).”
Worldwide School of English offers courses for which ages?
“Worldwide School of English offers courses for ages 15 to 99. The average age is 26 during the summer and 26 the rest of the year.”

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First day of course
A written and oral level test is carried out. Students should arrive at 8:30
Payment methods accepted for payments made directly to the school
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Legal name/parent company
Worldwide School, Ltd. | Tax registration ID: GST066-450-090

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 are required for the visa application.
Full payment of all fees required before the school dispatches the documents required for the visa application
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Course material not included
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