Learning and experiences for children and teenagers in New Zealand

Education for children and teenagers in New Zealand is not only about school — it is also an English-speaking environment, international exposure, and the development of independence in a safe and supportive setting.

We support families who are considering schooling or short-term educational programmes for children and teens as part of adaptation, personal development, or international experience.

We support families who are considering schooling or short-term educational programmes for children and teens as part of adaptation, personal development, or international experience.

Study formats

Study formats

Programme formats

Programme formats

Schools (Primary & Secondary)

Schools (Primary & Secondary)

School education in New Zealand is built around academic development, student wellbeing, and engagement in school life.

The school system is highly supportive of international students and helps them integrate into an English-speaking environment.

School education in New Zealand is built around academic development, student wellbeing, and engagement in school life.

The school system is highly supportive of international students and helps them integrate into an English-speaking environment.

English for Children & Teens

English for Children & Teens

Language programmes designed specifically for children and teenagers — taking into account age, language level, and study load.

The focus is on real-life English, communication, and building confidence in the language.

Language programmes designed specifically for children and teenagers — taking into account age, language level, and study load.

The focus is on real-life English, communication, and building confidence in the language.

Short-term English Programmes for Teens

Short-term English Programmes for Teens

Short-term English study programmes for teenagers — starting from a few weeks. These programmes are often chosen as a first international experience or a “trial step” before longer-term study.

This format is often compared to international exchange programmes and usually includes:

Short-term English study programmes for teenagers — starting from a few weeks. These programmes are often chosen as a first international experience or a “trial step” before longer-term study.

This format is often compared to international exchange programmes and usually includes:

English study in a group of peers

Accommodation and student support
Cultural, sports, and excursion activities
Experiencing New Zealand in a safe and well-organised environment

English study in a group of peers

Accommodation and student support
Cultural, sports, and excursion activities
Experiencing New Zealand in a safe and well-organised environment

Short-term programs (2–3 weeks and longer)

Short-term programs (2–3 weeks and longer)

In-person classes at the language school

In-person classes at the language school

Training in an international group of teenagers

Study combined with activities and excursions

Programme selection based on age, English level, and family/group goals

Programme selection based on age, English level, and family/group goals

Adaptly Children & Teens is not an immigration service. We support the educational and adaptation journey, while all visa-related matters are referred to licensed immigration advisers.

We support children’s and teenagers’ education in the broader context of the whole family — helping organise the process, communicate with schools and providers, and navigate adaptation.

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