We offer IELTS preparation courses for people who want to build confidence and prepare for an IELTS test.

• IELTS 4.0 Exam Preparation – for people around IELTS Band 4
• IELTS 6.5 General Exam Preparation - for people around IELTS Band 6.5

IELTS (International English Language Testing System) scores are accepted as proof of English language ability by universities, colleges, workplaces and immigration authorities in many countries including Australia, Canada, New Zealand and the UK.

You cannot sit your IELTS exam at English Language Partners. You can read more about IELTS and find your nearest test centre on the IELTS website.

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IELTS Preparation Courses

IELTS 4.0 Exam Preparation

This course is for learners with English at around IELTS Band 4 who want to improve exam skills and become familiar with the IELTS General Training test.

This course may support you if you are working towards meeting the English language requirements for applying for or renewing an Accredited Employer Work Visa (AEWV).

IELTS 6.5 General Exam Preparation

This course is for learners with English at around IELTS Band 6.5 who want to improve exam skills and become familiar with the IELTS General Training test.

This course may support you if you are working towards meeting English language requirements for New Zealand residency or work opportunities.

Course details

Each IELTS programme is:

• 8 weeks long
• Costs $490 (including GST)
• Includes 2 hours per week in class
• Requires 2 hours per week of self-study
• Available online and, in some locations, face-to-face

What you’ll practise and learn

• Practise Listening, Reading, Writing and Speaking for IELTS
• How the IELTS test works and what to expect
• Exam skills and strategies
• Build confidence with practice questions and feedback

Both courses can help you prepare for the IELTS General Training test, but we cannot guarantee that you will achieve a specific IELTS score.

No need to be a resident or citizen

You can enrol if you are living in New Zealand and your visa allows you to study. You don’t need to be a New Zealand resident or citizen.

Learn in the classroom, online or at your workplace

You will join a small, friendly class. This course is offered online, and in limited areas, as a face-to-face option.

If a group of your colleagues would like to take the course, we can talk to your employer about teaching the class at your workplace.

We’ll help you find the option that works best for you.

Upcoming online courses

IELTS 4.0 Exam Preparation:

• 14 September – 9 November 2026
• Mondays, 6:30pm – 8:30pm (online)
• Plus around 2 hours of self-directed learning each week

IELTS 6.5 General Exam Preparation:

• 16 September – 11 November 2026
• Wednesdays, 6:30pm – 8:30pm (online)
• Plus around 2 hours of self-directed learning each week

Checking your English level

Not sure if this course is right for you? We can help you find out.

We offer a short assessment that looks at your listening, reading, writing and speaking skills. It helps us recommend your next step. You might be:

• Ready to join an IELTS preparation course
• Recommended to join an English course first

This is not an official IELTS test – it's a simple way to guide you.

Payment

Each 8-week course is $490 (including GST).

We will only ask for payment once you have been assessed and enrolled in a class.

Most of our other English language programmes are free for New Zealand residents and citizens.

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Contact us to enrol

If you are interested in joining this course or finding out more, we would love to hear from you.

Your local centre can talk to you about your goals and help you choose the right course for your needs.

Complete the contact form below or contact your nearest centre.