- queenstown
- Intakes in every Monday, except public holidays.
Courses & Fees
We have weekly intakes. Contact us for more details.
ABC accepts students 18 years and over.
Insurance is available for all courses for an additional fee. International Student Insurance | OrbitProtect is our preferred provider.
Contact english@abc.ac.nz for more information.
General English
20 HOURS PER WEEK
Duration: 2+ weeks
Time: 8.30am – 1pm
Start Dates: Every Monday (excluding public holidays and over the Christmas/New Years break).
Entry Requirements: Elementary-Advanced English Level, 18 years old.
10 HOURS PER WEEK
Time: 8.30am – 10.30am or 11.00am – 1pm
Start Dates: Every Monday (excluding public holidays and over the Christmas/New Years break).
Entry Requirements: Elementary-Advanced English Level, 18 years old.
The first intake date for 2026 is the 12th January 2026. Our last day will be the 18th December 2026. The first intake for 2027 is 11th January.
| 2026 Fees | 2 - 11 weeks | 12 - 23 weeks | 24 - 35 weeks | 36+ weeks | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| General English Full Time | $455 per week | $435 per week | $415 per week | $390 per week | |
| General English Part Time | $240 per week | ||||
| Enrolment Fee | $275 | ||||
| Materials Fee | $75 |
IELTS Academic Exam Preparation
INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS | 20 HOURS PER WEEK
Duration: 6 & 12 weeks
Time: 8.30am – 1.00pm
2026 Start Dates:
6 week courses: 12 Jan – 20 Feb | 4 May – 12 June | 31 Aug – 9 Oct
12 week courses: 12 Jan – 3 Apr | 4 May – 24 July | 31 Aug – 20 Nov
Entry Requirements: High Intermediate to Upper Intermediate English Level, 18 years old.
The first intake date for 2026 is the 12th January 2026. Our last day will be the 18th December 2026. The first intake for 2027 is 11th January.
| 2026 Fees | Cost |
|---|---|
| IELTS Exam Prep Course 12 weeks (240 hours) | $5400 ($450 per week) |
| IELTS Exam Prep Course 6 weeks (120 hours) | $2700 ($450 per week) |
| Enrolment fee | $275 |
| Materials Fee | $130 |
English Plus Courses
| English Plus Courses 2026 Fees | Cost |
|---|---|
| English + Work Placement supplement (4 weeks) | $300 |
| English + Activities (3 afternoon per week) | $1050 |
| English + Ski: 20 hours General English Course + 3 ski passes + ski bus (2 weeks) | $1900 |
| English + Ski: Part Time English Course + Season Pass (4 weeks) | $2450 |
| English + Mountain Biking: Part Time English Course (4 weeks) | $TBC |
| Young at Heart (50+) Course: 3 activities per week (2-4 weeks) | $1050 per week |
| Group Study Tours | Please contact us to find out more. |
Private Lessons
For customised course content to meet your personal and professional needs. We use a student-focused approach that maximises learning and confidence.
| 2026 Fees | Cost |
|---|---|
| Lesson fee | $95/hour |
| Enrolment fee | $275 |
| Materials fee | $75 |
Accommodation
Note: Rooms are subject to availability and will be confirmed after enrolment.
Note: Bookings for homestay accommodation must be no less than one month prior to arrival.
Minimum 2 weeks stay.
SHOTOVER LODGE
Twin share rooms all include:
- En-suite (bathroom and shower)
- Central Heating
- Kitchenette including a fridge
- Lounge furniture
- Carparking onsite for $10/week
Due to limited availability, Single rooms are available on request.
| Shotover Lodge 2026 Fees | Inclusions |
|---|---|
| Twin Share (Twin-share room with two single beds) | $285 per person per week |
| Extra Night | $75 per night per person |
| Lodge Placement Fee, including including linen hire and cleaning | $400 |
HOMESTAY
Minimum 2 weeks stay. Part weeks are up to 4 days, after that a full week rate applies. All bills are covered in the weekly rate including wifi.
Single and twin share rooms all include:
- 2 meals on weekdays – breakfast and dinner
- Food for 3 meals on weekends and national holidays
- Heating, air conditioning
- Access to wifi
| Homestay 2026 Fees | Inclusions |
|---|---|
| Single Room | $430 per week |
| Double room for 2 people | $860 per week ($430pp) |
| Extra Night | $70 per night |
| Accommodation Placement Fee | $400 |
| Christmas/New Year Surcharge (when school is closed for the holidays) | Additional $70 per week |
| Special Dietary Requirements | $50 per week |
| Winter Surcharge from 1 June - 31 August. | $20 per week |
Transport
Transfers are available from and to the airport to your chosen accommodation. We offer a Meet & Greet service from the airport to your accommodation for $95.00.
Alternatively, you can organise your own transport using public transport.
Super Shuttle from the Airport
Super Shuttle offer a shared ride service. Click here for more information and to book your ride.
Public Bus
Bus #1 (Remarkables Shops to Sunshine Bay) departs every 15 min from the Airport.
Click here to plan your journey.
Start by purchasing a Bee Card with CASH on the bus for $5. After that, every time you top up you must put a minimum of $5 on the card so you will need a minimum of $10 CASH for your first ride. Further trips are $2 per trip and you can top up your card with the driver with cash.
Must tag on and off with card.
| Transport Option | Price |
|---|---|
| Airport Transfer: Shotover Lodge Meet and Greet (Queenstown Airport to Shotover Lodge) |
$95 one way or $190 return |
| Airport Transfer: Homestay Meet and Greet (Queenstown Airport to Homestay) |
$95 one way or $190 return |
| Public Bus | $10 minimum in cash for first ride (see details above) |
| Super Shuttle (Shared ride service) | Prices vary. Can be booked through their website (see above) |
Insurance
ABC uses New Zealand Government approved Orbit Protect – Prime Insurance for its students.
| Period of Cover | 2026 Pricing (from 1st Jan) |
|---|---|
| 1 month | $103 |
| 2 months | $204 |
| 3 months | $227 |
| 4 months | $291 |
| 5 months | $377 |
| 6 months | $420 |
| 7 months | $497 |
| 8 months | $557 |
| 9 months | $616 |
| 10 months | $670 |
| 11 months | $723 |
| 12 months | $786 |
| 13 months | $842 |
| 14 months | $907 |
“I joined ABC because I thought it was the best school to help improve my English. I really loved the teachers and classmates. There were so many activities to do after class too!”
| New Zealand Public Holidays | Date |
|---|---|
| New Years Day 2026 | 1st January 2026 |
| Waitangi Day | 6th February 2026 |
| Otago Anniversary | 23rd March 2026 |
| Good Friday | 3rd April 2026 |
| Easter Monday | 6th April 2026 |
| Anzac Day | 27th April 2026 |
| Kings Birthday | 1st June 2026 |
| Matariki | 10th July 2026 |
| NZ Labour Day | 26th October 2026 |
| Christmas Day | 25th December 2026 |
Applicant Requirements
All students must:
- Be 18 years old or older at the time of course commencement
- To be eligible for 25 hours per work rights you must study on a Student Visa for 14 or more weeks.
- Have comprehensive insurance to cover their entire time away from home. We can organise this through Orbit insurance.
