Education Nelson English Language Foriegn Students : Education

Nelson has strong traditions in education. Modern, well resourced facilities offer core and specialist subjects, while the superb lifestyle ensures the retention of top quality professional staff.

SECONDARY    Choose from colleges with over 150 years of tradition - through to New Zealand's newest Catholic school - complete with internet cafe. Secondary colleges have high standards in maths, English and science and are well equipped with laboratories, computer suites and libraries. There's an emphasis on extra-curricula activities, which include music, sport and drama. From city single-sex and co-educational colleges to country high schools, educational standards and pastoral care for students come first.

TERTIARY    Nelson Marlborough Institute of Technology has three campuses in Nelson city, Richmond and Blenheim. NMIT has close links with the famed World of Wearable Arts and with the region's major employers in fisheries, forestry, arts and viticulture. NMIT is an excellent choice for top quality tertiary education in New Zealand's most attractive lifestyle centres.

ENGLISH LANGUAGE    English language study is often the first step for international students when they come to New Zealand. In Nelson there is a range of short preparation courses and longer study options leading to internationally recognised examinations. English language schools make the most of the outdoors with fun experiences from horse riding to golf.

NEW ZEALAND SYSTEM    English is the everyday language in New Zealand, and the education system is British based. The educational standards are high and qualifications are respected world wide. Living and tuition costs compare well with other countries.

CARE AND SUPPORT    Ensuring a happy and rewarding stay in our region is the top priority of all schools. Dedicated and experienced staff help students feel at home, and assist with their studies. Accommodation options include family homestay, boarding at secondary school, tertiary hostels and flatting with other students.

It's a fact! Nelson has seven secondary colleges, three rural area schools, one private middle school, three NMIT campuses and three English language schools * Schools are strong in sports including basketball, soccer, netball, rugby, volleyball and outdoor recreation * Most schools put on a major musical and drama production every year.