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Learner Stories

27/1/25

Exploring Nelson by canoe

Learners in Nelson embarked on memorable canoe trips with the Wilderness Canoe Trust.

Learner Stories

16/1/25

English class creates sense of community for learners in Whakatāne

Nimsha and Soki share their experiences of learning English and making new friends.

Learner Stories

9/1/25

From the Democratic Republic of the Congo to Invercargill

Three Congolese former refugees are thrilled their English is improving after only a short time with English Language Partners in Invercargill.

NZCEL

18/12/24

NZCEL Level 1 opens a variety of pathways for learners

The New Zealand Certificate in English Language (NZCEL) Level 1, offered by English Language Partners, is more than just a course – it provides firm pathways to further study, meaningful work, and personal growth.

News

29/11/24

A world of stories

Learners from English Language Partners participated in the Whangārei Fringe Festival, reading stories to children in a range of languages.

News

25/11/24

Naenae Intermediate fundraises for ELP Hutt Centre

On Tuesday 19th November, Naenae Intermediate School’s Hauora Leaders organised a Bake Sale to support the Lower Hutt Centre of English Language Partners.

Volunteers

18/10/24

Retired teacher gives back through volunteering

Christine Williams, a retired teacher with a passion for teaching languages, has dedicated her retirement years to volunteering with English Language Partners - tutoring English to migrants and former refugees in their homes.

ESOL Literacy

14/10/24

Lina’s passion for helping newcomers in the classroom

Cultural and Language Assistant Lina Mukdad enjoys her work so much that she feels like it's a second home.

ESOL Intensive

Learner Stories

30/9/24

Learners Explore Sustainability at Wellington's Te Aro Tip Shop

A class visit to the new Tip Shop in Wellington was a great opportunity to practise English while learning about recycling and sustainability.

Learner Stories

Employers

22/9/24

Learn English and manage your own bar and restaurant

Dawit Meles speaks three languages. His first language is Tigrinya, the language of Eritrea, but he grew up in Sudan and speaks Sudanese Arabic. Now Dawit has mastered enough English to run his own restaurant after only four years in New Zealand.

Learner Stories

Job Mentoring Service

English for Job Seekers

Learner Stories

18/9/24

Tomoka’s journey with ELP: from learner to worker

A passion for coffee is what led Tomoka to Wellington in 2019. After working as a barista, Tomoka expanded her English language skills and started a new career.

Learner Stories

News

9/9/24

Christchurch teacher and learner recognised at Festival of Adult Learning event

Congrats to English Language Partners teacher Jan and learner Viktoriya for being honoured at the Festival of Adult Learning event in Christchurch.

Job Mentoring Service

Volunteers

Job Mentoring Service

20/6/24

From Job Seeker to Mentor: Nicola's Journey with the Job Mentoring Service

In 2017, Nicola arrived in New Zealand from Germany. Nicola discovered the Job Mentoring Service (JMS) while navigating job hunting challenges, leading to her to give back and become a Job Mentor herself after securing a role.

Learner Stories

8/5/24

Christchurch teacher empowering former refugees through NZSL

A group of former refugees are learning New Zealand Sign Language (NZSL), enabling them to participate in their communities.

Learner Stories

16/4/24

Licence testing launched in road code classes

English Language Partners has partnered with VTNZ to bring portable driving theory testing to ESOL Road Code classes.

English For Employees

Learner Stories

English For Employees

11/12/23

Mapping linguistic terrain: Brazilian geologist navigates workplace English

English Language Partners' learner inspiring journey mastering Kiwi English for seamless communication and community contribution.

Learner Stories

Resources

Learner Stories

15/11/23

The nuts and bolts of English idioms

Illustrator and Nelson learner Kate Garnyk published a book about English idioms.

English Language Groups

20/10/23

From scraps to soil: an educational composting adventure

English Language Partners’ learners get stuck into the world of composting and the language that goes with it.

Volunteers

Learner Stories

Volunteers

25/9/23

Connecting with the community through volunteering

What inspires Nikki about volunteering with English Language Partners (ELP) is seeing new Kiwis gain confidence in their everyday lives.

Learner Stories

Our Organisation

Learner Stories

19/6/23

Jhon the trailblazer: former refugee leads the way

Jhon Cadena's fierce determination to learn English is helping him thrive in Levin.

Volunteers

12/6/23

Big shout out to ELP volunteers - with National Volunteer Week just around the corner

We're so happy to see our volunteers’ dedication and commitment to ELP and their learners acknowledged.

English Language Groups

Learner Stories

7/6/23

ELP learners make a difference: helping raise funds for Red Cross

English Language Partners' learners offer community support to make book sale a success.

English Language Groups

Our Organisation

News

English Language Groups

17/5/23

Buzzing down to Kirikiriroa Hamilton ‍

An adventure from Tāmaki Makaurau Auckland to Kirikiriroa Hamilton helps ELP's learners live and travel more independently in Aotearoa.

Learner Stories

Our Organisation

English Language Groups

12/4/23

Well done Palmerston North team for supporting Hawke's Bay flood survivors

Our English Language Partners’ Palmerston North centre was delighted to show their support for ‘Hawke's Bay together in Black and White Day'.

English Language Groups

Learner Stories

English Language Groups

12/4/23

Hungry to learn

English Language Partners' learner Mei Ying Hu has a hunger for learning she’s yet to satisfy.

Our Organisation

News

27/3/23

Unity in Diversity: Celebrating Race Relations Day with a spectacular showcase in Palmy!

Celebrating diversity and unity, our Palmerston North centre joined Unity Week's 2023 events.

Exploring Nelson by canoe

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Exploring Nelson by canoe

English class creates sense of community for learners in Whakatāne

From the Democratic Republic of the Congo to Invercargill

NZCEL Level 1 opens a variety of pathways for learners

A world of stories

Naenae Intermediate fundraises for ELP Hutt Centre

Retired teacher gives back through volunteering

Lina’s passion for helping newcomers in the classroom

Learners Explore Sustainability at Wellington's Te Aro Tip Shop

Learn English and manage your own bar and restaurant

Tomoka’s journey with ELP: from learner to worker

Christchurch teacher and learner recognised at Festival of Adult Learning event

From Job Seeker to Mentor: Nicola's Journey with the Job Mentoring Service

Christchurch teacher empowering former refugees through NZSL

Licence testing launched in road code classes

Mapping linguistic terrain: Brazilian geologist navigates workplace English

The nuts and bolts of English idioms

From scraps to soil: an educational composting adventure

Connecting with the community through volunteering

Jhon the trailblazer: former refugee leads the way

Big shout out to ELP volunteers - with National Volunteer Week just around the corner

ELP learners make a difference: helping raise funds for Red Cross

Buzzing down to Kirikiriroa Hamilton ‍

Well done Palmerston North team for supporting Hawke's Bay flood survivors

Hungry to learn

Unity in Diversity: Celebrating Race Relations Day with a spectacular showcase in Palmy!

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