FERN English Academy

About FERN English Academy

FERN English Academy is a medium sized language school which is owned and operated by New Zealand Management Academies (NZMA), who has been providing tertiary training to students from New Zealand and around the world for the last 20 years.

FERN's English Language Programmes are designed to make the transition to further study, work or travel more achievable.

Location

FERN is conveniently located on Queen Street, right in the heart of Auckland's Central Business District area. The school is situated beside Myer's Park; and is close to museums and art galleries, the city library, shopping and entertainment centres.

FERN Intensive English Language Programmes

• Five levels of General English Programmes
• English for IELTS
• English for Hospitality - an ideal programme for working holidaymakers or those wishing to further their studies in hospitality

The FERN Advantage

• Lessons taught by highly qualified and experienced tutors
• 25 hours tutor contact time per week
• Maximum class size of 12 students
• Language Learning Centre which offers up-to-date facilities in communications and educational technology:

- Computer Lab - Services include free Internet access andeducational software

- Library - Resources for every level of the language programme for grammar, vocabulary, writing, reading, listening, speaking and exam skills

- Listening Room - Individual access to listening material at every level

• Student lounge with kitchen area, video, DVD , TV and a vending machine
• Regular progress reports
• Guaranteed homestay accommodation when required

FERN students can

• Access NZMA facilities, including

- Employment Coordination service: A dedicated Employment Coordinator is available to assist students find work while they study. These services are available free of charge to all FERN students

- Library and café facilities

• Get assistance with planning both local and overseas travel through FERN's travel partners
• Ask FERN to arrange special activities such as sailing, golf, horse riding and many more
• Pathway on to high schools that FERN has developed relationships with in Auckland, Tauranga, Wellington, Nelson and Christchurch