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Homelesson Program

Homelesson

Program fees*
Homestay (1 person)
single
(2 people)
twin
4nights $1389 $1163
Extra lessons
(per hour)
$66 $51
extra nights $90 $82
* Rates are in NZ dollars, include 12.5% Goods and Services Tax.
Program indicated is for 4 nights, extensions available per day.

Included in this sample program
  • Homestay 4 nights (own room) Shared room for twin.
  • 3 meals while at host's home
  • 6 hours homelesson
  • Staff meet and greet on arrival to Tauranga
  • Orientation
  • Information pack
  • Guided transfer to the hosts home
  • Optional activity reservation service
  • 24 hour support service  
  • Return transfer from Auckland International Airport to Tauranga City
Not Included
  • Meal costs when away from the home
  • Optional activity costs
  • Telephone charges
  • Public transport costs 
  • Travel costs including air before and after arrival.

Q&A

When can I receive the lessons?
Usually in the morning from 9am to 12 noon. If more than 15 hours per week some afternoons will be used. You can also have a flexible schedule decided between you and the tutor.

How much experience does the tutor have?
All tutors are native speakers and have a tertiary qualification. Tutors are carefully screened and scrutinised.

How many hours can I receive in 1 week?
This will depend on what other things you want to do and accomplish. A good balance of quality lessons and enjoyable lifestyle is the key to a great experience. participants can choose from 10, 15 or 20 hours per week.


A homelesson program is a fantastic way to learn English (or another skill) and experience New Zealand life. Your home tutor maybe an independent qualified teacher or your host. For ESL homelessons a tutor will visit your hosts home.  For other subjects special families are used who are capable of being tutors as well as providing a warm enjoyable family home environment.

ESL English
Home Lesson Program is primarily for the purpose of learning English as a second language.

Other Studies
Other possibilities include music, art, gardening, cooking and Maori arts and crafts. We will endeavour to arrange for any kind of request.

Home Lesson
Choose your number of hours per week.  10 to 15 hours is recommended. Normally lessons are held on weekday mornings. 20 hours per week course will also have afternoon sessions. English conversation, listening, and reading skills are covered. Lessons can also incorporate excursions and activities to broaden the study experience.

Course Points
  • From 4 nights OK!
  • Carefully selected host
  • Orientation on arrival
  • 24 hour support
  • lots of activities to choose from

Sample Plan 
Homestay 4 nights 5 days
Day 1 AM Arrive Auckland Airport
Shuttle bus to Tauranga enjoying farmland scenery on the way.
PM Arrive Tauranga
Meet Lets Homestay staff and discuss schedule during an orientation.
Transfer to host family's home
and commence the homelesson program
Day 2 AM ESL lesson 3 hours
PM Free time, Optional horse riding (extra Cost)
Day 3 AM ESL lesson 3 hours
PM Free time, Shopping in Tauranga
Day 4 FD Day trip to Rotorua
Take the Intercity Bus to Rotorua.  Enjoy the Agrodome farmshow, Maori cultural centre, see geysers and visit the kiwi enclosure.
Day 5 AM Depart hosts home
Shuttle bus to Auckland International Airport.