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KiwiClass
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Multicultural Support Services | He Amo Taunaki
Supporting former refugees and migrants in the Wellington region since 1995.
All our services are free of charge for NZ residents, citizens and people on partnership visas living in the Wellington Region.
Here at KiwiClass, we support former refugees and migrants in the Greater Wellington Region whose first language is not English. KiwiClass is an accredited NZQA provider that has embedded the Code of Practice 2021 into its practice, so you know you are receiving quality education services from our team and organisation. KiwiClass is a not for profit organisation.
English Classes
Employment Support
Caseworkers
Skills
Volunteer
Venue Hire
I like my school, because they give us the opportunity to learn and share many beautiful things
Student Feedback Survey
What I love most about teaching at KiwiClass is that I have the chance to use my creativity to design lesson plans and teaching activities.
Teacher – General English Programme
I would like to thank the Employment Support Team for listening patiently, understanding my needs, and playing a big role in helping me start a job.
Employment Support Student
I found KiwiClass fascinating, welcoming stimulating. It's very easy to be a part of the team.
Volunteer
The teacher gave me a lot of things to learn. The most useful activities are about New Zealand’s life, cultural....Thanks.
English for Families and Communities Student
Reading and grammar helps me improve my learning. The most useful activities is learn new word through games.
General English Student
I gain confidence to speak and write with [class] activities. I am not afraid to communicate with others, I can use the public transport, I am not shy anymore, I can ask questions, before I couldn't.
General English Student
Thank you for offering this kind of lessons, otherwise it will be very difficult to me taking them with a toddler, thank you for your encourage and support, you are an excellent teacher.
English for Families and Communities Student
Our vision
For former refugee and migrant background individuals, whānau, and communities to connect and thrive in Aotearoa New Zealand.
Our purpose
To deliver quality education, employment services, pastoral care, and community connections to support former refugees and migrants.
Our Values
Whakamana — we value high-quality services that support students and clients to achieve personal success.
Manaakitanga — we respect others, treating them with care and appreciation for their cultural and linguistic strengths.
Whakawhanaungatanga — we value all relationships and collaborations.
Ako — we value learning and the importance of ongoing learning for everyone.
Tika — we value truth, fairness, and justice to enable us to do everything to the best of our ability.
