Living with a New Zealand family is a great way to improve your English and to get to know more about the New Zealand way of life.
We provide you with a full homestay accommodation service, and your host family is carefully chosen meet your wishes concerning special food, hobbies and interests.
On the day you arrive, your host family will meet you at Christchurch International Airport. This is a free service, and will make your first day in New Zealand easy and stress-free.
* All homestay accommodation has been inspected by CLCA and host families have been checked by the NZ Police. All other accommodation (see below) will be checked by CLCA, as required under the Code of Practice.
Alternative Accommodation
These options include:
Student Hostel Accommodation – There are 2 student hostels in Christchurch. Prices range from NZ$100 to NZ$200 per week for a room (not including food). For more information, see the YMCA website www.ymcachch.org.nz
Backpacker Accommodation – There are a large number of backpacking hostels in Christchurch with prices for a bed starting at around NZ$20 per day (not including food). For more information, see the website. www.backpack.co.nz
Renting an Apartment or Sharing a Flat – Flatting is popular with long-term students. Costs of renting apartments vary; you can expect to pay rent from NZ$180 per week to NZ$450 per week depending on the location, size and whether or not the apartment/house is furnished. In addition, you will have to pay a bond (usually 2-4 weeks’ rent in advance), power, phone, and any other amenities such as gas, internet connection and food.
Feel free to
contact us for more information.
Contact us:
Canterbury Language College Australasia
Level 3, Link Centre, 152 – 156 Hereford Street
PO Box 4425, Christchurch, New Zealand
Phone +64 3 365 1920
Fax +64 3 365 2296
Email: info@cancan.com
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