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TESOL - Part-time

Bay Learning Academy
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Course description

This course is a NZQA (New Zealand Qualifications Authority) approved Level 5 course.

It is offered as a full-time course over 6 weeks or as a part-time course over 12 weeks as an Evening course) it is 120 hours long and includes 6 hours minimum of teaching practice using actual students.

Students learn about presenting grammar and vocabulary; how to teach pronunciation; how to manage classroom; learn about learning styles and motivation; teach business English; teenagers and children, and many other topics related to teaching English.

This course prepares the trainee to teach in New Zealand and overseas. Graduates from our TESOL course are teaching all over the world. We also offer job placement assistance for the successful graduates.

Class schedule

Course duration
12 weeks
Start dates
20 Jul 2026 and 12 Oct 2026
Classes per week
20 lessons per week (each lesson lasts 50 min)
Class days
Monday - Thursday
School holidays
26 Oct 2026 and 21 Dec 2026 - 08 Jan 2027

Class times

You can choose from the following class times:

Morning session
09:00 AM - 02:30 PM

Class schedule may change depending on availability and season.

Class level

High intermediate
Advanced
You will take a placement test on your first day to determine your class level.

Class size

Average 6 students
Maximum 8 students

Student age

Age range 18 years old and older
Average 40 years old

Certificate

A certificate of completion will be issued at the end of the course.
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School description

We are a small, boutique school in Mt Maunganui. We offer small classes and very personalised lessons.
Our teachers, all very experienced and qualified, are excellent at developing classes around your interests.
We have regular outings and trips away, where people can mix together and speak English while relaxing and enjoying what New Zealand has to offer. We also offer IELTs preparation and exams, high school preparation, group study tours and TESOL

Year opened
2012
Number of classrooms
5

Facilities

  • Library
  • Social Activities
  • Cultural Trips
  • Wheelchair access
  • Eating Area
  • Free Internet
  • Wireless Internet
  • Computers
  • Studying Area
  • Sports Activities

Teacher qualifications

Native English speakers
Over 50%
Teachers with English teaching certification
All
Teachers with college degrees
All

Nationality and age mix

The nationality and age mix at Bay Learning Academy varies over different time periods, courses and levels. Throughout the year, the average age is 40. In the summer, the average age is 40.

teaches students from all over the world, including:

South Korea
20%
India
15%
Argentina
10%
China
10%
Belgium
5%
Brazil
5%
Colombia
5%
France
5%
Germany
5%
Italy
5%
Saudi Arabia
5%
Switzerland
5%
Taiwan
5%

School holidays

Open dates
Year round
School holidays
26 Oct 2026 and 21 Dec 2026 - 08 Jan 2027

School location

We are located just 6 minutes walk from the beautiful Mt Maunganui beach, and right across the road from the only shopping mall in the Tauranga/Mt Maunganui area.
With a major bus stop right across the road, you are never far from anywhere, downtown Tauranga or downtown Mount Maunganui shops!
This area has many outside activities, surfing, paddle-boarding, sailing, swimming, blo-karts, mini-golf, golf ..just to name a few.

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  • TESOL class 1/5
  • Mt Maunganui beach 2/5
  • Activities offered at Bay Learning Academy 3/5
  • Classes at Bay Learning Academy 4/5
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100% recommend

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"It was a very good experience for me"

Noémie Bardin, student from France

I really liked the classes because I improved my listening and my speaking. My teacher was perfect for me, he helped me a lot.

I didn't like the test at the end of the course because it was a written test which was exactly the same as the test at the beginning. I went to this school to improve my listening and my speaking, so I think that the test would be better if it was different.

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Duration of study
3 weeks
Date of study
22 Feb 2016 - 18 Mar 2016
Would you recommend this school?
Yes
This is a verified review. This student has booked a course at this school through Language International.
Liz Signal, Principal at Bay Learning Academy responded to this review.
19 September 2016

I am glad you enjoyed your course and your teacher.
We use the same test at the beginning and the end as we can then accurately measure improvement. You did well.

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Visa support

We cannot apply for visas on behalf of students. However, the school can supply you with all the documentation you need to support your visa application.

Your letter of acceptance will be sent to your home address by regular mail at no charge to you. If you wish to receive your paperwork by express mail, you will be charged NZ$ 25 when you register.

Visit the Immigration New Zealand website »

Flights and airport transfer

Please note that we do not book flights for our students. If you are researching airfare costs, we recommend using Kayak.com, a search engine that lets you compare flight options from your home country to Tauranga based on your budget, schedule and preferences.

Travel insurance

Study abroad worry-free with Language International's health and personal effects insurance coverage. When you book a course with us, you can opt to purchase an international insurance plan that covers not only your health care cost but also loss of your personal belongings. You must book your insurance in advance when you register.

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