World Language Schools

ABC College of English

Queenstown, Otago

Boutique English language school in central Queenstown offering General English and IELTS Academic preparation, with school-run lodge and homestay accommodation.

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At a glance

School type
Independent language school
Languages taught
English
Campuses
ABC College of English, Queenstown
Official website
abc.ac.nz
Official policies
Cancellation policyRefund policyTerms and conditions

Courses

  • General English (full-time and part-time)

    English · General language · In person

    20 teaching hours per week (stated by the school)

    Duration: 2+ weeks · Adults (ages 18 and over)

    NZ$240 to NZ$455 per week

    Tuition, 2026. Range across length-of-study tiers.

  • IELTS Academic Exam Preparation

    English · Exam preparation, Academic language · In person

    20 teaching hours per week (stated by the school)

    Duration: 6 & 12 weeks · Adults (ages 18 and over)

    NZ$450 per week

    Tuition, 2026. Range across length-of-study tiers.

Campus and student services

Address
1-7 Earl Street, Queenstown, New Zealandsource
Languages taught here
English
Minimum age
18
Published class size
General English: maximum of 18 students per class (minimum numbers apply)source
Level structure
Not confirmed
Placement assessment
Not confirmed
Support languages
Not confirmed
Student services
Not confirmed
Facilities
Not confirmed
Accessibility
Not confirmed
Transport
Not confirmed

Accommodation

Shotover Lodge Student residence

Provider
Arranged by the schoolsource
Room type
Twin share; single room on request
Meals
Not confirmed
Ages
Not confirmed
Travel time to the school
Not confirmed
Availability
Rooms are subject to availability and will be confirmed after enrolment.
In the tuition price?
Not confirmed
Shotover Lodge prices
ItemPriceApplies toValidNotes
Shotover Lodge twin share, 2027Accommodation · optionalNZ$392 per weekAll students2027—source
Shotover Lodge single room, 2027Accommodation · optionalNZ$490 per weekAll students2027—source
Shotover Lodge twin share, 2026Accommodation · optionalNZ$285 per weekAll students2026—source
Lodge Placement Fee, including linen hire and cleaningAccommodation placement fee · optionalNZ$400 one-offAll students2026—source

Prices are in the school’s own currency and billing basis; nothing is converted. Priced as of 17 October 2026 from the school’s own pages. Discounts and minimum stays can vary by duration and dates.

Homestay Homestay

Provider
Arranged by the schoolsource
Room type
Single room
Meals
2 meals on weekdays (breakfast and dinner); food for 3 meals on weekends and national holidays
Ages
Not confirmed
Travel time to the school
Not confirmed
Availability
Bookings for homestay accommodation must be no less than one month prior to arrival. Minimum 2 weeks stay.
In the tuition price?
Not confirmed
Homestay prices
ItemPriceApplies toValidNotes
Homestay single room, 2027Accommodation · optionalNZ$470 per weekAll students2027—source
Homestay single room, 2026Accommodation · optionalNZ$430 per weekAll students2026—source
Accommodation Placement FeeAccommodation placement fee · optionalNZ$400 one-offAll students2026—source

Prices are in the school’s own currency and billing basis; nothing is converted. Priced as of 17 October 2026 from the school’s own pages. Discounts and minimum stays can vary by duration and dates.

Accreditation, registration and membership

registration

The school’s registration or licence with a government authority, with its scope.

  • Government registration / licenceNew Zealand Qualifications Authority (NZQA)

    Stated by the schoolScope: NZQA Category 1 provider rating

    source

membership

Joining an association. Membership is not accreditation and is not an endorsement of quality.

  • MembershipEnglish New Zealand

    Confirmed on the authority or association recordScope: Listed on English New Zealand's page of member schools

    source

How to read this page

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Sources (reviewed 18 October 2026)