Ara School of English - Christchurch

We are looking for volunteers to join our free English classes taught by trainee English language teachers and starting in late June - see details and registration link below:

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It was a great pleasure to host a group of nursing students from Niigata College of Nursing recently, for a programme including English for Nursing, nursing-related learning experiences and local sightseeing. Safe travels back to Japan!

Applications are now open for the Kathryn Fraser Scholarship - details below:

SCHOLARSHIP NOW OPEN! 🌟
The Kathryn Fraser Scholarship is now accepting applications.

Kathryn was a much‑loved Ara colleague who made a huge impact on our community. This scholarship has been created to honour her legacy by supporting learners and helping remove barriers to accessing tertiary education.

Visit our website to see if you’re eligible and find out how to apply.
https://www.ara.ac.nz/student-services/supporting-your-study/scholarships/kathryn-fraser-scholarship/

Interested in working in the trades? This is a great opportunity for a woman to win a scholarship to study trades at Ara!

SCHOLARSHIP NOW OPEN! 🚀
We’re excited to announce that the Lyttelton Port Company Women in Trades Scholarship is now open.

If you’re passionate about building a future in trades, head to our website to check your eligibility and learn how to apply.👷‍♀

https://www.ara.ac.nz/student-services/supporting-your-study/scholarships/lyttelton-port-company-women-in-trades/

Happy Lunar New Year everyone!

Happy Lunar New Year! As we gallop into the Year of the Horse, Ara wishes our diverse community strength, freedom, and forward momentum in 2026.

May this year bring energy and success to all our learners and partners. 新年快乐! 🐴🧧✨

Haere ra! Farewell to these Intensive English students who finished their courses this week. All the best for your next adventures, wherever they may be!

Our students enjoyed volunteering at Otakaro Orchard recently, and learning about sustainability and the environment at the same time. Wonderful opportunity to use their English in the real world!
Thank you for hosting us :-)

Edited: classes are now full. Thank you for your interest!

Registrations are open now for our free English language classes! From November 2025 to February 2026, for Pre-Intermediate and Upper-Intermediate level learners. Complete the form below and we will contact you with more information:

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Ara is celebrating Diwali on Wednesday 22nd - come along and enjoy the occasion!

Save the Date! Diwali is coming to Madras Campus! 🎉

Wear your beautiful ethnic attire and join us for a vibrant Henna & Rangoli Workshop! 🎨🌸

Enjoy captivating performances, indulge in delicious Diwali treats, and immerse yourself in the festive spirit! 🪔🎶

Don’t miss out on this festive celebration — let’s make it a Diwali to remember! 🎉

We're hiring! The School of English is looking for qualified English language tutors for casual work at our Timaru campus - see details below and apply via the Ara website:

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