International Students New Zealand
We help overseas students feel confident and successful transitioning to a new school in nz through one-to-one tuition from expert teachers.
Starting school in a new country can be daunting — for both students and their families. That’s why over 1,000 families have partnered with Boost to feel confident and successful as they transition into New Zealand schools.
Our one-to-one online lessons, delivered by expert NZ teachers, are designed to ease this transition and give students the skills and confidence they need to thrive from Day 1.
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What we offer: A diagnostic assessment to identify your child’s NZ curriculum level in literacy and/or numeracy. A personalised learning plan with nine one-to-one BOOST sessions. Expert matching with a specialist teacher based on assessment results. Tailored sessions that build skills, confidence, and readiness.
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The outcome: Students not only build their knowledge and skills but also understand how to succeed in their new school environment — starting their journey in NZ with confidence.
Who is this for?
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Students aged 5–18
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Families preparing to move to NZ
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Families who have recently arrived and want their child to settle quickly
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Students seeking extension opportunities for their learning
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Students who have learning challenges and need extra support
NCEA BOOST
Help your ākonga feel confident and exam-ready with our special NCEA BOOST Package.
This package includes three one-to-one online sessions with expert NZ teachers, tailored to your child’s needs in Maths, English, or Science. Flexible scheduling during study leave means students can get support exactly when they need it most.
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Build confidence
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Strengthen exam skills
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Prepare for success in NCEA exams coming up this term
Our Collaborative, Evidence-Based Process
We partner with your school to create a seamless support system. Our process is designed for transparency and tangible results:
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Diagnostic Assessment: We begin with a robust diagnostic assessment in Literacy and/or Numeracy to pinpoint specific strengths and learning gaps aligned with the NZ Curriculum.
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Goal Alignment: We connect directly with family, overseas subject teacher, NZ teacher (if known) and carefully match your child with the best fit BOOST teacher to support their needs.
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Tailored One-to-One Support: The matched teacher delivers a unique learning pathway focused on the student's specific needs through weekly lessons at a mutually convenient time.
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Clear Reporting: You will receive weekly lesson notes and follow up tasks. We can also advise on the key cultural differences and teaching styles in New Zealand as we as clear guidance on how to apply their skills in learning in typical assessment/ project scenarios in New Zealand schools.
We believe every child is capable of success
We believe that quality learning experiences turn barriers into bridges
We believe that students learn best when they are understood and supported.
Programme Price
Total Package Price: $1650
Special Offer for Families
Families referred through an immigration service can save $150 on the full programme fee.
Simply enter your exclusive coupon code at checkout to receive the discount.
Boost Your Learning
Are you planning to move to New Zealand?
Or perhaps you have already arrived and would like your child to have the utlimate BOOST to help them settle quickly into the NZ Education system.
Wherever you are in the world, we can help make your child's transition smooth and successful.
Book a meeting with our international consultant to find out how we ensure your child has successful learning experiences in NZ from Day 1.
Our Engaging & Interactive Online Classroom
Most of our support is delivered online via our online learning platform, designed to be as effective and interactive as being in the same room. Working in this way ensures we can provide equitable access to specialists, whereever you are in the country.
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Carefully Matched Teachers: Your student is carefully matched with a consistent teacher, meeting them weekly to build a strong rapport and work on their learning goals.
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A Live Mini-Classroom: Students and teachers see, hear, and interact with each other in real-time, creating a focused and supportive learning environment.
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Powerful Tools: The platform includes a shared digital whiteboard with live annotation, graphing, and image tools to make concepts clear and engaging.
Revisit Learning in between sessions: Students can revisit learning in between sessions by viewing video recordings, reentering the space to complete activities and downloading the 'room' as a handy PDF. -
Connects to Your Classroom: We can bring real-life materials—like a classroom worksheet, a specific text, or a practice exam—directly onto the screen to be worked on together, bridging the gap between our sessions and your class.
our main locations
no matter where you plan to live in NZ we can support your journey
School Partnership
Waikato
Our Story
“Thank you for your wonderful teaching in both subjects to Hamish this term. He loves coming to see you. We have really noticed a big difference in his skills and knowledge base as well as his overall attitude from the confidence he has developed."
— Hamish, Year 6 English & Maths
"I am very grateful that Des had been a great help for Rin with her math."
—Rin, Year 12 Maths
Contact Us
Address
Boost Your Learning HQ
9 Morrison Street, Nelson
7010
Contact
020 6031 4035
Opening Hours
Mon - Fri
2.00pm-7pm
Other hours by request
