Free English classes in Auckland City for migrants and refugees
Need help with communicating in everyday situations in New Zealand? Our free English classes for speakers of other languages are ideal for people with refugee and migrant backgrounds who want to improve their English.
Free English classes in Auckland City
Learn English at AUT in the centre of Auckland:
- Classes are 3 days a week, 10am to 2pm
- Class levels from absolute beginner to pre-intermediate level
- Learn in a supportive environment
- Specific literacy support available if needed
These classes are part of the New Zealand government’s free Intensive Literacy and Numeracy (ILN (ESOL)) programme to support people with refugee and migrant backgrounds.
Where to find us
WB413, Level 4, WB building
AUT City Campus
Help with getting to class
Have a Community Services Card? We offer a transport allowance to make it easy for you to attend from anywhere in Auckland.
Who can join our free English classes
You need:
- Permanent Residence or a Residence Visa; or
- Approved refugee or asylum seeker status; or
- To be the partner of a NZ Citizen or Permanent Resident on a specific partnership visa
Contact us
Rose Harison
Programme Coordinator
+64 9 921 9999 ext 6163
rose.harison@aut.ac.nz
Shanessa Miranda
Student Administrator
+64 9 921 9999 ext 6836
shanessa.miranda@aut.ac.nz
Need a higher-level English course?
Is your English at an intermediate level or above? Study English language through the AUT English Pathway Programme (AUTEPP) and enrol in an academic English course or IELTS preparation course to prepare for university study at AUT.