Our Networks
Government
Education New Zealand markets New Zealand as an education destination to international students.
English New Zealand attends quarterly operations and strategic group meetings, and engages with senior representatives from Immigration NZ both onshore and overseas.
The New Zealand Qualifications Authority ensures that New Zealand qualifications are valued as credible and robust, both nationally and internationally.
Global Associations
The Quality Assurance in Language Education Network was formed by quality assurance and accreditation agencies in the English and other languages sector in 2011. English New Zealand is a founding member and supports collaboration to ensure global benchmarking of quality within the industry.
English New Zealand is a member of GAELA (the Global Alliance of Education and Language Associations). The member associations and other related bodies meet at least once a year to discuss matters of common interest and to further a global dialogue.
Industry Partners
Cambridge Assessment English is part of the University of Cambridge. They develop and produce the most valuable range of qualifications for learners and teachers of English in the world. Over 5 million people in 130 countries take these exams every year. Around the world over 20,000 universities, employers, government ministries and other organisations accept Cambridge exam certificates. Cambridge English Language Assessment – a not-for-profit organisation.
Uni-Care NZ is a long established provider of insurance to international students. Uni-Care has supported English New Zealand’s advocacy efforts for many years.
IELTS is the world’s trusted English language test. As a pioneer of four-skills English language testing 30 years ago, IELTS continues to set the global standard for English language testing today. Test takers have the option of taking IELTS in over 50 countries around the world, including New Zealand. As a co-owner of IELTS and the global leader in international education services, IDP is committed to helping international students study in English speaking countries and promote global migration.
Green Standard Schools is an independent, not-for-profit association that aims to encourage language schools everywhere to lessen the impact their activities have on the environment. The association also awards accreditation to those schools that can demonstrate a serious commitment to environmental sustainability.
At Pearson, our purpose is to add life to a lifetime of learning. We collaborate with experts to craft engaging and award-winning content that drives results in everyday English learning. Placing learners' progress at the forefront, we invest hundreds of millions each year in cutting-edge technology and research to stay ahead in the dynamic landscape. Pearson empowers partners to equip learners with essential language skills for success in education, work, and life. The Pearson Test of English (PTE) is part of English Language Learning. Accepted by Immigration New Zealand, professional associations and all New Zealand universities, PTE is a fast, fair, and flexible single-session computer-based English test for study, work, or migration to New Zealand with results typically available within 48 hours. PTE also supports educators with diverse and effective teaching resources.
TOEFL is your trusted partner for English language testing to fulfill your admissions and recruitment goals. TOEFL iBT® is the most accepted and preferred English language proficiency test in the world, and with good reason. With extensive input from institutions themselves, TOEFL iBT is tailored to meet the stringent standards of educational institutions worldwide. It is currently accepted by over 12,500 institutions in more than 160 countries for its accurate and rigorous assessment of applicants’ abilities to succeed in an English-speaking academic environment. The test measures all four academic skills: reading, listening, speaking, and writing, and closely reflects how English is used in everyday academic settings. The test's content is 100% academic, and integrated tasks provide a reliable evaluation of the applicant’s English language proficiency both in and out of the classroom.
LanguageCert, a member of the PeopleCert Group, offers globally recognised language qualifications for learners and teachers. With a focus on innovation and accessibility, LanguageCert provides a variety of language exams, including its newest product LanguageCert Academic, that assess real-life communication skills in a fair and supportive environment.