Aspiring Language Institute Auckland, New Zealand
85 Airedale Street - 1010 Auckland - see on mapPay less than booking at the school
What we like about the school
- Located in Queen Street, the main street of the city.
- Best rated school in Auckland
Venue: Aspiring Language Institute can be found in Auckland’s vibrant Central Business District, in a modern and bright building near Myers Park and Auckland University of Technology. The school is close to many shops and restaurants and is a twenty-minute walk from Britomart Train Station and the harbour. Nearby attractions include Aotea Square, Sky Tower, Weta Workshop Unleashed, and the Auckland Art Gallery Toi o Tāmaki, all of which are within easy walking distance.
Studies: Aspiring Language Institute is an English school where the focus is on student advancement. They have been teaching since 1989 and offer General English training, IELTS Exam Preparation as well as Academic Preparation for foreign students who wish to further their studies in New Zealand. The school is comfortable and well-equipped, and staff offer students advice for furthering their education and career guidance.
Core Values: Teachers and staff at Aspiring Language Institute aim to encourage intercultural understanding by bringing together students from different countries and backgrounds with a common goal. The school has a well-balanced mix of nationalities and they organise weekly social activities and extracurricular learning which allow students to interact outside of class time.
English Courses
General Language
Morning General English
20 lessons per week | 15 students (max)Starts weekly (every Monday)Offer!fromNZ$400NZ$380 / week More
Morning General English
20 lessons per week | 15 students (max)
Starts weekly (every Monday)
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NZ$400NZ$380 / week
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| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 12 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price at school (NZ$) Our price (NZ$) | 400 380 | 800 760 | 1,200 1,140 | 1,600 1,520 | 2,000 1,900 | 2,400 2,280 | 2,800 2,660 | 3,200 3,040 | 3,600 3,420 | 4,000 3,800 | 4,800 4,560 |
| Price in US$ | 224 | 448 | 672 | 896 | 1,120 | 1,344 | 1,568 | 1,792 | 2,016 | 2,240 | 2,688 |
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- Starting dates
- Every Monday
Course specific data
- General course schedule
- 4 daily lessons of 60 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 9:00 - 13:00 - Possible course durations
- 1-99 weeks
- Minimum required student age
- 14 years
- Students per class
- Maximum: 15 / Average: 12
- Lesson duration
- 60 min
Additional information for all courses
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Exam PreparationWhy exam preparation courses are excellent for optimum progress
IELTS Exam Preparation
20 lessons per week | 15 students (max)Starts weekly (every Monday)Offer!fromNZ$400NZ$380 / week More
IELTS Exam Preparation
20 lessons per week | 15 students (max)
Starts weekly (every Monday)
Offer!from
NZ$400NZ$380 / week
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| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 12 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price at school (NZ$) Our price (NZ$) | 400 380 | 800 760 | 1,200 1,140 | 1,600 1,520 | 2,000 1,900 | 2,400 2,280 | 2,800 2,660 | 3,200 3,040 | 3,600 3,420 | 4,000 3,800 | 4,800 4,560 |
| Price in US$ | 224 | 448 | 672 | 896 | 1,120 | 1,344 | 1,568 | 1,792 | 2,016 | 2,240 | 2,688 |
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- Starting dates
- Every Monday
Course specific data
- General course schedule
- 4 daily lessons of 60 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 9:00 - 13:00 - Possible course durations
- 1-99 weeks
- Minimum required student age
- 18 years
- Students per class
- Maximum: 15 / Average: 12
- Lesson duration
- 60 min
- Exam dates
- 06 Jan 2026 - 22 Dec 2026
Additional information for all courses
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NZCEL Level 4 Exam Preparation25 lessons per week | 15 students (max)Offer!fromNZ$453NZ$431 / week More
NZCEL Level 4 Exam Preparation
25 lessons per week | 15 students (max)
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NZ$453NZ$431 / week
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| Weeks | 16 |
|---|---|
| Price at school (NZ$) Our price (NZ$) | 7,250 6,888 |
| Price in US$ | 4,060 |
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Course specific data
- General course schedule
- 5 daily lessons of 60 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 13:00 - 18:00 - Possible course durations
- 16 weeks
- Minimum required student age
- 16 years
- Students per class
- Maximum: 15 / Average: 12
- Lesson duration
- 60 min
- Exam dates
- 05 Feb 2026, 21 Dec 2026
Additional information for all courses
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Our prices for Aspiring Language Institute include
- INCLUDED Internet access and use of school computers
- INCLUDED Language level placement test at first day of classes
Student opinions about Aspiring Language Institute, Auckland
4.4
Overall school rating of
Aspiring Language Institute, Auckland
Aspiring Language Institute, Auckland
5 authentic ratings from students who booked with us
School
Location of the school
Facilities
Social activities
Organisation
Course
Quality of teaching
Value for money
Overall school rating by student age group
Students < 18 years (1 rating)
Students 18-30 years (2 ratings)
Students 31-49 years (0 ratings)
Students 50+ years (1 rating)
Verified reviews only, uncensored. All student opinions from students who booked a course at the school with LanguageCourse.net.
Brita
27 yearsOverall rating
4.0
“The best thing about this school was the councelling. you could aks everything, everybody was helpful and tried his/her best!”
Insider tip: “Having the courage to talk about everything to their teachers etc.”
Verified
Course: Standard Intensive English - 5 weeks
Review date: 13. Feb. 2007
Julian
23 yearsOverall rating
4.0
“Exam Classes”
Other comments: Teachers changed too often. I had 5 Theachers in 6 weeks.
Verified
Course: Standard Intensive English - 6 weeks
Review date: 14. May. 2006
Chien-hui
Overall rating
5.0
Verified
Course: Morning General English - 2 weeks
Review date: 6. Aug. 2024
Stefani
Overall rating
5.0
Verified
Course: Standard Intensive English - 12 weeks
Review date: 26. Apr. 2006
Monica
49 yearsOverall rating
4.0
Verified
Course: Cambridge First Certificate
Review date: 26. Jan. 2005
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Aspiring Language Institute
- Accreditations and Quality seals
- English teacher qualifications
- 100% hold a university degree100% hold a recognised language teaching qualification
- Languages spoken by school staff (cannot be guaranteed by school)
- Student gender mix
- 50% male / 50% female
- Offer for returning students
- When you book here, you will be refunded/waived the school's administration fee if you have already attended a course previously at Aspiring Language Institute.
- Year of school foundation
- 1989
General school facilities
Kitchen for student use
Microwave for student use
Fridge for student use
Cafeteria
Snack vending machine
Computer lab
Library
Lounge
Student support desk
Free WIFI
Non-smoking (all indoor and all outdoor areas of school)
Tourist information
Career guidance service (free)
Guidance for further higher education (free)
Paid parking (<500m)
Facilities for islamic students
Homestay option that can prepare halal food
Classroom equipment
TV in all classrooms
Electronic whiteboard in some classrooms
Air conditioning in all classrooms
Heating in all classrooms
Ample natural light in all classrooms
- Number of classrooms: 9
- Number of public PC workstations: 10
Facilities for disabled students
Wheelchair access to classroom
Wheelchair access to cafeteria
Wheelchair access to reception
Accessible Toilet
Student Age / Nationality
Top student nationalities
| Student Nationality | Percentage of students |
|---|---|
| China | 30% |
| Brazil | 20% |
| Saudi Arabia | 10% |
| Korea | 10% |
| Japan | 10% |
| Chile | 10% |
| Italy | 2% |
| Spain | 2% |
| France | 2% |
| Germany | 2% |
Age of students
| Percentage of students | |
|---|---|
| 1-18 years | 10% |
| 18-24 years | 10% |
| 25-34 years | 35% |
| 35-50 years | 35% |
| >50 years | 10% |
The average age outside summer is 5 years higher than in summer.
- Average number of students
- Adult courses - In summer: 36Adult courses - Throughout the year: 36Junior courses - In summer: 30Junior courses - Throughout the year: 20
- Minimum age of students
- 18 years14 years for specific Junior courses
- Average number of levels
- Adult courses In summer: 5Adult courses Throughout the year: 4Junior courses In summer: 5Junior courses Throughout the year: 4
- Average age of students
- In summer: 25 yearsThroughout the year: 30 years
Information for all courses offered by Aspiring Language Institute
- Lesson duration
- 60 minutes
- School's administrative fee
- NZ$250
- Course material
- Generally course material is distributed free to students but has to be returned to the school at end of course.
- Comments about courses
Guardian fee: NZD 50 per week
- Days without class
- In 2026 (including national and regional bank holidays):
01 Jan 2026, 04 Feb 2026, 06 Feb 2026, 04 Mar 2026, 19 Mar 2026, 15 Apr 2026, 22 Apr 2026, 25 Apr 2026, 03 Jun 2026, 22 Oct 2026, 25 Dec 2026, 26 Dec 2026.In 2027 (including national and regional bank holidays):
01 Jan 2027, 02 Jan 2027, 06 Feb 2027, 26 Mar 2027, 29 Mar 2027, 25 Apr 2027, 07 Jun 2027, 25 Jun 2027, 25 Oct 2027, 27 Dec 2027, 28 Dec 2027.If a bank holiday falls on a weekday there is no refund nor are missed lessons recuperated. This is the case for the majority of language schools. - Level test
- A test to assess your exact language level takes place at the school on the first day of the course.
Lessons needed per English language level
The data above gives some guidance. For more details consult our page How long does it take to learn a language or reach a specific level.
Airport transfer
- Auckland International Airport:
- NZ$150 one way
NZ$300 return (both ways)
Leisure activities
Examples of leisure activities organized by the school
Adults - Free activities
- Sports.
Adults - Paid activities
- Organised visits to local attractions will need to be paid for by the student.
Junior - Free activities
- Not offered.
Junior - Paid activities
- Not offered.
- Video about leisure activities at Aspiring Language Institute Auckland
Accommodation
Homestay 
In high demand!
Single room, Breakfast & 1 meal 
Shared bathroom
from
NZ$380/ week Show more
Homestay
In high demand!
Single room, Breakfast & 1 meal
Shared bathroom
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NZ$380/ week
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| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week | One-time fee (charged by school) |
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| Price in NZ$ | 380 | 720 | 1140 | 1520 | 1900 | 2280 | 2660 | 3040 | 3800 | 4560 | 340 | 300 |
| Price in US$ | 224 | 425 | 672 | 896 | 1,120 | 1,344 | 1,568 | 1,792 | 2,240 | 2,688 | 201 | 177 |
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week |
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| Price in US$ | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Minimum stay: 4 weeks
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per room
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per room
- Check-in
- Sunday
- Check-out
- Saturday
Note: It is important to inform the school if you plan to arrive or leave outside the standard check in/check out times.
- One-time fee
- The school/accommodation provider will charge a non-refundable one-time fee of 300NZD.
- Price extra night
- NZ$60 (Individual extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price)
- Room Occupancy
- Single room
- Includes
- Towels, Bedding/linen, Access to laundry service, Access to Wifi in building (Free WIFI), Heating, Shared bathroom.
- Meals
- Breakfast & 1 meal.
- Minimum age of students
- 15
- Maximum age of students
- 1
Junior Homestay Single room, Breakfast, lunch & dinner
Shared bathroom
from
NZ$430/ week Show more
Junior Homestay
Single room, Breakfast, lunch & dinner
Shared bathroom
from
NZ$430/ week
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| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week | One-time fee (charged by school) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in NZ$ | 430 | 860 | 1290 | 1720 | 2150 | 2580 | 3010 | 3440 | 4300 | 5160 | 430 | 300 |
| Price in US$ | 254 | 507 | 761 | 1,014 | 1,268 | 1,521 | 1,775 | 2,028 | 2,535 | 3,042 | 254 | 177 |
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week |
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| Price in US$ | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Minimum stay: 4 weeks
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per person
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per person
- Check-in
- Sunday
- Check-out
- Saturday
Note: It is important to inform the school if you plan to arrive or leave outside the standard check in/check out times.
- One-time fee
- The school/accommodation provider will charge a non-refundable one-time fee of 300NZD.
- Price extra night
- NZ$70 (Individual extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price)
- Room Occupancy
- Single room
- Includes
- Access to Wifi in building (Free WIFI), Shared bathroom.
- Meals
- Breakfast, lunch & dinner.
- Minimum age of students
- 15
- Maximum age of students
- 19
FAQ about Aspiring Language Institute, Auckland
What is the best price for a course at Aspiring Language Institute, Auckland?
“English courses at Aspiring Language Institute start at 380 NZD for a Morning General English course with 20 lessons per week. When booking here you benefit from an exclusive discount.”
What is the most popular accommodation offered by Aspiring Language Institute?
“The accommodation Homestay is the most popular among all our clients of Aspiring Language Institute”
Is airport pickup offered by Aspiring Language Institute?
“Yes. The school offers pickup from Auckland International Airport (150 NZD)”
Which countries are students of Aspiring Language Institute from?
“The highest Nationality percentage at Aspiring Language Institute comes from China with a 30% representation, followed by students from Brazil (20%) and Japan (10%).”
Aspiring Language Institute offers courses for which ages?
“Aspiring Language Institute offers courses from 14 years to 99. The average age is 25 during the summer and 30 the rest of the year.”
Terms of Aspiring Language Institute
- First day of course
- Written and oral level test is performed. Students should arrive at 9:30
- Payment methods accepted for payments made directly to the school
- Legal name/parent company
- Ali Education Limited | Tax registration ID: NZ GST 056-029-636
Visa Documents
Nationals from Australia do not require a visa for travelling to New Zealand and attending a language course.
Check visa requirements for nationals from other countries.
Nationals from countries that require a visa will receive documents from the school, related to booking confirmation, which is required for the visa application.
- Full payment of all fees required before school dispatches documents required for visa application
- Yes
- Express shipment fee (via courier)
- 200 NZD
- Preferential cancellation terms in case of visa refusal
- School agreed that students booking online on this site will benefit from preferential cancellation fees in case of visa refusal, and in this case will never exceed EUR 180.
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