An interview with Craig Thaine, co-author of the new Empower course book series Craig Thaine, Languages International‘s Director of Teacher Training, is also the author of several books published by Cambridge University Press. His recently released course book series Empower adds another six books to his body of work. We interviewed him to find out how he does it. How do
Imagine winning a trip to New Zealand and a free course at Languages International. That dream came true for one lucky Russian university student. In June last year Karolina won a beauty contest at her university, gaining the title “Miss Higher School of Economics-2014.” The contest was co-sponsored by Russian travel consultancy Abel Tasman. The
In 2009, Lisa Tobler from Switzerland took a Cambridge CAE course at Languages International. While she was in Auckland, she fell in love with a Kiwi man and now she calls New Zealand home. I recently interviewed Lisa to find out about her experience at Languages International, what it has been like living in New Zealand
Today, Languages International had a bake sale to raise money for disaster relief in Nepal. Staff baked delicious biscuits, cakes and slices, which our students bought for their morning tea. Over $1000 was raised. All the money is being donated to Oxfam, who will use it to help with earthquake relief. A huge thank you
Our friend and partner, Daulet from Globus Education Kazakhstan, has just visited Languages International and stayed with one of our homestays. Here is his feedback. Globus Education Kazakhstan has been working in partnership with Languages International since 2006 and considers them one of the main partners within New Zealand. Our students give us positive feedback regarding their experience
Languages International is delighted to have received its 7th Star Award short-listing for the Study Travel Magazine (STM) Star Award in the Southern Hemisphere category. Thank you very much to our partners for your ongoing support and for voting for us again this year! Every year, language travel consultants around the world vote for their “Star” school
I like my school in all aspects. Firstly, because of very creative staff who always encouraged my learning and curiosity. As they all are highly qualified and professionals of their job, and encourage students to develop skills like group conversations, writing etc. Secondly, because of the great location of school, which situated in the city
“I think this school is very good. Every day I was able to spend it happily. Thank you very much.” Megumi Hiraishi, Japan March 2014 at Languages International Auckland
“The school facilities are great, especially the computers. Regarding the location, it couldn’t be better. In Albert Park! Awesome.” Jae Hee Kim, Korea March 2014 at Languages International Auckland
“I like the teachers and the class. It was the right choice for me to come here.” Kayo Nishida, Japan February 2014 at Languages International Auckland
