Special ESOL Programmes

Masters College - Intensive English Programmes for Speakers of Languages Other Than English.

Many years' practical and theoretical experience lie behind the programmes developed for intensive courses.

• Masters College Intensive ESOL and activity programs to encourage English language development.  Often the vocabulary of the lessons prepares students for the activities that follow, e.g. outdoor activities such as orienteering or bush-walks, visits to police or fire-stations, and sports such as croquet and indoor-bowls.

• Masters College also offers “Summer School” during the long break between NZ academic years.  This is also held at the Masters Hall campus.  “Summer School” is a residential course targeting the specific needs of individuals, and students are able to concentrate on their English study and enjoy the environment.  Excursions to farms and trips to tourist attractions in the Central Districts are also part of the programme.

• Masters College Foundation Course prepares students for study at either high school or tertiary levels.  Foundation Course is also residential at Masters Hall.

Key Areas of Operation

• Intensive programmes of ESOL study (English for Speakers of Other Languages)

• Fun morning or afternoon activities that encourage the use of key vocabulary, and English language development, for communication and safety - such as wall-climbing, kayaking and abseiling, and so on.

• Recruiting and organizing international students to study in other schools in the Wairarapa

• Arranging home-stay accommodation for students and on-going support for them

• Close association with Tararua College for the presentation of Equine Unit Standards at Masters Hall campus

• Regular contact with sister schools regarding students' progress

• Regular contact with family, or school of origin, regarding students' progress