Shane Global English Centre Auckland

We offer a wide variety of English language programs for international students, along with extra-curricular activities and accommodation services. The curriculum in all programs emphasizes the practical application of skills and concepts and is based on a student-centered approach to language instruction. Shane Global programmes are characterized by a commitment to quality in all aspects of English language instruction, a low student-teacher ratio, an extensive resource collection of text books, tapes, videos and word games, a wide variety of audio-visual and computer-based teaching aids, a staff dedicated to professionalism and ethical conduct, use of the latest and best techniques for the teaching of English.

Shane Global Language Centre Auckland is located in an elegant Edwardian building with windows overlooking Queen Street, the heart of Auckland and the city\'s main shopping street. It is just minutes from shops, cafes, restaurants, parks, bus and ferry terminals, cinemas, museums, universities and other cultural facilities. Located on two mighty harbours, the city sprawls over an ancient volcanic landscape with 20 extinct volcanoes, flanked on each side by the sea. A lively city in a lovely country. Auckland offers great shopping, cinemas and attractions.

General English: Ability levels: all levels Entrance exam not required. This dynamic communication-based course has the following daily structure: Language structure (grammar) Practical use of specific grammar structures to improve speaking skills. Conversation: Improve conversational ability through the study of functional language skills and idiomatic English.Reading, writing & vocabulary:A comprehensive study of new vocabulary with instruction in reading and writing. Speaking & listening: Improve listening, speaking and pronunciation skills through effective roll-play, audio and video exercises

We recommend students choose to stay in a homestay with bed, breakfast and dinner. This means that students have more opportunity to practise their English in an authentic New Zealand life situation and involve themselves in an essential part of \"Kiwi\" culture. Students can stay in single or also in twin rooms if they book together. Prior to the student\'s departure for New Zealand, we like to send them a host profile to give them an idea of the homestay before arriving. Sometimes students like to telephone or send the host a letter to introduce themselves. Most of our homestays are located within 20-30 minutes from the school and are connected by public transport.

We believe that student participation in a variety of recreational and cultural activities is central to a positive experience at the school. For each session, the Activities Coordinators organize cultural and recreational pursuits which are fun, entertaining and reflect the characteristics of the area. Various cultural and recreational activities are organized on a frequent basis with the participation of school staff. The number of participants may be limited in some activities and students should sign up early. Students are responsible for any extra fees. School parties and events. Each school organizes regular dance parties and all-school events with a variety of themes throughout the year.