Have fun understanding and singing popular songs in English!
Songs can take you to a different place and trigger powerful positive emotions.
In this class, we will use popular songs and their lyrics to expand your vocabulary, improve your listening and fluency skills.
You can also learn about the pop culture in English speaking countries, including New Zealand.
Each class will focus on a new song. The song will be widely popular and the lyrics will be linked to a topic and grammar points that we will be reviewing.
These classes will help you:
English through songs is an online course, aimed at intermediate level and above learners.
You can learn online if:
We will talk to you about the courses available.
You cannot learn online if you are on a temporary visa such as a:
Our courses vary in length. It depends on the course. Many are 8 weeks, others can vary between 2 and 18 weeks long.
Our online courses are free to residents and citizens.
Yes. We have courses for people who work during the day and want to study in the evening.
You will learn the English you need to live independently in New Zealand. Our courses help people with daily life, finding work, and future study. We will help you communicate in Kiwi English. You can also learn about Kiwi culture.
Yes. In some centres. We sometimes offer online IELTS classes too.
All levels. Courses are from beginner to advanced levels. We assess your level before placing you in a course. If a course at your level is not immediately available, we will place you on a class waitlist.
Yes. Some courses have a specific grammar focus. Other courses include grammar as part of the course content.
Most of our courses are part-time. Some are two hours each week, other courses are longer – up to 10 hours. You can join more than one class.
You need a reliable internet connection, a camera and a microphone.
Complete the form on this page, and our staff will contact you to help you start learning as soon as possible.
We have 21 centres and teach over 7,000 students in Aotearoa New Zealand. Our English courses help people feel welcome and settle into everyday life and work here.
We are not-for-profit, and all our courses are free or low cost for former refugees and migrants.
We have 21 centres nationwide. Get in touch for a friendly chat. We would love to talk to you!