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General English Full Time 25h

LSNZ

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Course description

The General English course is for students at any English levels who want to maximize their language learning practice during their stay.

Morning lessons concentrate on grammatical correctness, vocabulary, speaking and listening skills as well as reading and writing. Many texts are used and students are encouraged to speak as much as possible.

Afternoon lessons concentrate on spoken skills, conversation and discussion activities. Games, tapes, videos and DVDs are used as well as situational activities. Speaking, speaking and more speaking!

Course topics

Listening, Speaking, Pronunciation, Reading, Writing, Vocabulary, Grammar and Activities

Class schedule

Course duration
2-52 weeks
Start dates
Every Monday
Classes per week
25 lessons per week (each lesson lasts 60 min)
Class days
Monday - Friday
School holidays
25 Dec 2025, 06 Feb 2026, 23 Mar 2026, 03 Apr 2026, 06 Apr 2026, 27 Apr 2026, 01 Jun 2026, 10 Jul 2026, 26 Oct 2026, 13 Nov 2026, 25 Dec 2026 - 25 Dec 2025

LSNZ does not hold classes on the holiday dates above. The school does not compensate for these holidays, so make sure to choose your start date accordingly.

Class times

Morning session
08:30 AM - 12:45 PM
Lunch
12:45 PM - 01:30 PM
Afternoon session
01:30 PM - 02:30 PM

Class schedule may change depending on availability and season.

Class level

Elementary
Pre-intermediate
Intermediate
High intermediate
Advanced
You will take a placement test on your first day to determine your class level.

Class size

Average 12 students
Maximum 18 students

Student age

Age range 14 years old and older
Average 23 years old
(25 in the summer)

Certificate

A certificate of completion will be issued at the end of the course.
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School description

Language schools New Zealand is in a new facility in the center of town with balconies and incredible views all around. The atmosphere is warm and homely, like a big family. There are playing fields nearby and we regularly offer activities. Over winter (June – September) Queenstown is a skiing paradise and in summer it is world famous for activities and sightseeing.

We recognize that learning English should enable students to further their life experiences. In that context, we teach English for practical usage in an enjoyable and friendly environment.

The teaching staff is fully qualified English teachers meeting the rigorous English New Zealand Standards with CELTA or TEFL qualifications. We have a great mix of nationalities to offer truly International English.

The LSNZ 12 Point Promise:

1) Amazing location. It is a modern facility in the Remarkables Park Centre
2) Original English School in Queenstown since 1993
3) A welcoming and supportive atmosphere.
4) Excellent courses and excellent qualified teachers
5) Small classes: Max 14 students, Average 8 per class
6) All students can only speak English while at our schools.
7) High-speed Internet access is free for all students.
8) English New Zealand Member schools
9) Regular weekend and mid-week activity programme
10) The LSNZ 100% guarantee.

Year opened
1993
Number of classrooms
8

Accreditations

Facilities

  • Social Activities
  • Cultural Trips
  • TOEFL Test Center
  • Elevators
  • Wheelchair access
  • Eating Area
  • Free Internet
  • Wireless Internet
  • After-Class Seminars
  • Studying Area
  • Sports Activities

Teacher qualifications

Native English speakers
Over 50%
Teachers with English teaching certification
All
Teachers with college degrees
All

University partners

LSNZ has partnerships with the following universities and colleges in New Zealand. You can gain full or conditional acceptance into one of these institutions.

QRC
University of Otago

Nationality and age mix

The nationality and age mix at LSNZ varies over different time periods, courses and levels. Throughout the year, the average age is 23. In the summer, the average age is 25.

LSNZ teaches students from all over the world, including:

Brazil
25%
Thailand
19%
Japan
18%
South Korea
11%
Colombia
7%
French Polynesia
7%
Taiwan
4%
Chile
3%
Saudi Arabia
3%
Switzerland
3%
Belgium
2%
Czech Republic
2%
Fiji
2%
Germany
2%

School holidays

LSNZ does not hold classes on the holiday dates below. The school does not compensate for these holidays, so make sure to choose your start date accordingly.

Open dates
Year round
School holidays
25 Dec 2025, 06 Feb 2026, 23 Mar 2026, 03 Apr 2026, 06 Apr 2026, 27 Apr 2026, 01 Jun 2026, 10 Jul 2026, 26 Oct 2026, 13 Nov 2026, 25 Dec 2026 - 25 Dec 2025

School location

Language Schools New Zealand is located at the very centre of Queenstown and our students have easy access to bus stop, shops, restaurants, cafes, supermarket, etc. Queenstown is a very popular destination in New Zealand for tourists and it offers stunning sceneries and lots of exciting activities & events. We are on the top floor of the shopping building and have balconies to look over the town, lake, and mountains.

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Housing

LSNZ offers the following housing types:
homestay

Homestay - Single-person room - Breakfast and dinner on weekdays, 3 meals on weekends

$229
weekly
Age range: 16 years old and older
Location: Outside the city center of Queenstown
Housing type: Homestay
Room type: Single-person room
Board type: Breakfast and dinner on weekdays, 3 meals on weekends (16 meals per week)
Facilities: Kitchen, laundry, telephone, tV room, carpet, heating, garden, and other
Distance to school: 15 - 50 minutes by bus
Availability: January - December
Check-in: Sunday, anytime
$229
Homestays are carefully selected and offer students the opportunities in a comfortable environment to learn more about the local culture and to practice English in everyday situations. These homes are often between 15-50 minutes away from the school by bus. Families usually offer you affordable meals and having meals together is a wonderful opportunity to talk about your day, your country, your culture etc. If you have special requests or diet restrictions (because of religion or health reasons), please let us know in advance.
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Visa support

We cannot apply for visas on behalf of students. However, the school can supply you with all the documentation you need to support your visa application.

Your letter of acceptance will be sent to your home address by regular mail at no charge to you.

Visit the Immigration New Zealand website »

Flights and airport transfer

Please note that we do not book flights for our students. If you are researching airfare costs, we recommend using Kayak.com, a search engine that lets you compare flight options from your home country to Queenstown based on your budget, schedule and preferences.

Travel insurance

Study abroad worry-free with Language International's health and personal effects insurance coverage. When you book a course with us, you can opt to purchase an international insurance plan that covers not only your health care cost but also loss of your personal belongings. You must book your insurance in advance when you register.

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