English New Zealand has a reputation for quality. We are the peak body representing the English language sector, both state and private, in New Zealand.

English language providers wanting to be part of our pro-active, professional, and supportive industry organisation must meet our membership criteria.  Successful applicants enjoy significant benefits.

Benefits of Membership

• Quality Assurance via the English New Zealand Standards
• Consideration of the English New Zealand audit report as part of the EER process http://www.nzqa.govt.nz/providers-partners/external-evaluation-and-review/english-language-schools-quality-assurance/
• Generic marketing via publications and industry partner activities
• Marketing events and opportunities both onshore and offshore
• Promotion on the English New Zealand Website and in the retailer guidebook
• Information and consultation on NZ government and community matters
• Representation on NZ government and community matters
• Networking opportunities
• Industry statistics
• Professional development
• Information and secretariat service
• Use of the English New Zealand logo and branding

To be eligible to apply for membership providers must:

• Be engaged in the teaching of English as a second language in New Zealand or overseas for two years, and which in the case of an overseas school, has been a member of an offshore organisation that is equivalent to English New Zealand.
• Have all appropriate accreditation and approvals from the Ministry of Education and other relevant regulatory authorities.
• Meet the English New Zealand Standards on application. An inspection audit will then be arranged.