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Student Comments

Tetsuya Ueno - Japan. January 2007

''I studied at RELA for two months, now, I realise that my English has improved. I owe it to my teachers, every teacher's lesson was interesting for me. I'm grateful to the staff. Everything I learnt was useful. For me, English is a tool to communicate with many other people. There are some reasons why I chose RELA. One of the biggest reasons is the reputation from graduated students. They said RELA is a good school. Now, I know my choice was right. I can recommend others to RELA. My memory of RELA is very precious. I will never forget my good experiences at RELA."


Pierre Allabatre 2010 (English Only Ambassador)

I was very happy to see everyone again. It's always a pleasure to come here. I think every body is happy to meet other students. They are very nice with me. I always keep many good memories about my trips in Rotorua.


Arthur and Claudia Mello - Brazil 2008

Claudia - "We are very happy especially because my children were very happy to study English and all the teachers were very patient with them. We chose to study at RELA because this is the school that found a course for children and parents. This is a great idea!
Arthur - "My family and I had a wonderful time at RELA. The teachers were very kind, good and we learned a lot. We are sorry to go. We also loved New Zealand. People are friendly and the places are wonderful."


Olivier Sarrat - New Caledonia 2010 (English Only Ambassador)

I had a very good time in my RELA homestay, and at the school. I think most of the people who come to RELA are very sad to leave. Thank you for everything!


Tetsuya Takanohashi - Japan 2009

I could learn not only English, but culture hospitality and how to teach students. When I'm looking for a job in Japan, this experience will be an advantage. Thank you so much!


Alexandra Mlodzinski - New Caledonia 2010

I really enjoyed going to RELA. The people are very nice. Since the first day you feel very welcomed into the school.


Martina Kaiser - Switzerland 2009 (English Only Ambassador)

I will come back to RELA as a part time student if possible. I had the best time of my life at RELA, meeting new people anddiscovering new cultures etc. THANKYOU SO MUCH!


Yuka Yoshida, Meiho High School Tour Group - Japan 2008

''Thank you so much for taking very good care of our group this year. Your school is very well organised and took great care of our students. Our group leader has visited many English speaking countries and a lot of language schools, but she said your school is the best language school that she has ever visited. All the students in the group loved Rotorua and seemed to have a very good time. We are grateful for all your hard work which made it possible for our group to stay comfortably in Rotorua."


Sun Chang Choi - Korea 2009
I studied Engilsh at RELA for almost a year. When I first came to RELA I was really nervous because I couldn't speak English at all and I was alone. The teachers were really kind and I could meet lot of International friends. When I had some difficulties I could talk with my friends and teachers in RELA and they helped me. It was a turning point in my life.  


Jean-Bernard - New Caledonia. January 2006
"I have had three perfect weeks in a very professional school. The staff and teachers take care of everything for the students, so that they have the best conditions for learning English. Thank you; I'll come back as soon as possible."

Khaled Hamad Al-Qalai - Saudi Arabia. December 2004
"To the directors and teachers of Rotorua English Language Academy

We thank you very much for your efforts, care and good treatment towards my son, Bader, during the period he spent in your Academy. During that period, he gained training guidance development and skills, in English Language. Such concern indicates that your institute is one of the best institutes in New Zealand
We wish you every success."


Vaianu - Tahiti
"It's my third time at RELA and I can say, I never get bored in this school with the teachers and the staff. You are very kind, friendly and helpful. I hope I will come back to Rotorua laterand stay longer because I really want to improve my English for my life! Thank you everybody."

Kahoru - Japan

"I haven't regretted anything about coming to New Zealand and RELA. I had a wonderful time here! I appreciate everyone and everything. Thank you very much!"


Alan Hendrie - Brazil. January 2005
"As a qualified Teacher of English to Speakers of Other Languages, with experience in Australia and South America, I can confidently say that RELA in Rotorua, New Zealand , presents easily the most efficient, progressive and friendly programme I have encountered. My son attended RELA for only a short time, but has made astounding progress, both linguistically and socially. The RELA staff, and the school's attitude and environment, have made his experience there a thoroughly joyful and productive one. Alex will certainly be attending RELA whenever we are in New Zealand. His increase in confidence and self-expression has been most gratifying."

Hyun Ju - Korea. June 2006
"I had a precious time with teachers, staff and my friends of RELA. Especially, the time I've had with my IELTS class, I cannot forget it. I've learned a lot of not only English, but also knowledge. I am sad to leave you. The time I have spent at RELA studying and enjoying my life is really precious for me. I was very happy to be here with wonderful people. I can't promise when I can come back again, but I will come back one day."

Heinz Graf - Switzerland
"Two months ago I was at your splendid school. Often I think about the beautiful time at RELA. I was always very happy and content. The whole time was great. Thanks to all of you from my heart. Also the students were very friendly to me."

Fay - China
"As an overseas student, I think I am so lucky that RELA's teachers care for me and help me a lot. I think my school attributes its success to its excellence and effective language education system, which can help a lot of non-English speaking students improve their English efficiently."

Mallaury Solal - New Caledonia 2010

It's a very good school. I love RELA, the teachers, the school, the shopping and the activities are very good.


Reina - Japan
"This is my first time studying abroad and homestaying. My dream came true thanks to your school. Teaching and learning English are very different from Japan. I'm very satisfied with this school and its excellent teachers. I'll keep studying English in Japan. Thank you for all your kindness."

Jordan - China
"My English has made progress through my three months study at RELA. All the teachers are so patient and friendly. The facilities which are provided by the school give us more convenience. RELA has given me unforgettable memories in my life."

Ondrej - Czech Republic
"I want to say one more thank you for everything. You helped me very much with my English and now I haven't a problem speaking English with everybody all around the world."

Manuel - Hong Kong
"It has been 3 weeks since I left Rotorua and returned to Hong Kong. Now looking back to my New Zealand journey, it seems really like a dream to me .... a wonderful one, of course."

Megumi and Hiroko - Japan
"My English teacher recommended that I come to RELA. He is a Kiwi. In Rotorua we can go to many places on Friday afternoons and in the weekends."

Eung Je - Korea
"I chose to come to RELA because many people recommended the school. There are lots of chances for conversation, and students work in small groups. Rotorua has many activities. We can enjoy mountain biking, hot springs and thermal area and lakes. I especially like the new building at RELA. It is clean and tidy, and we can really enjoy break time because there is a big relaxing place in the new building. There is a good programme for studying English."

Yukiko - Japan
"It did my heart good to come to this school. I can't thank you enough for all you have done for me."

Moearii - Tahiti
"I would like to say thank you to the people and the teachers of RELA. They have made my stay in New Zealand unforgetable. I've been very happy to meet you!! Maururu Roa Mahalo. Thank you very much.

Seiko - Japan
"I really appreciate RELA;s teachers, if I hadn't chosen RELA I couldn't get good results in my TOEIC test and I would be satisfied with my Working holiday in New Zealand. My score was 755, I was very suprised and happy. Now I am enjoying my NZ life very much. I'll never forget RELA. Thank you for your kindness and help."

Steffi Klingspor - Germany. April 2005
"I studied English at RELA for 6 weeks and I really loved it. My reason for studying was to get prepared for the IELTS exam. I needed to get a score of 7.5 for my registration as a physiotherapist here in New Zealand. I passed the IELTS exam with an overall score of 8.0 which I think was possible because of my excellent preparation at RELA. My teachers and the other staff are highly qualified, professional, friendly and amazingly supportive. RELA puts a great effort into supporting every student individually. I think the school provides a range of opportunities to study in class but also self-study and activities outside the classroom. I really enjoyed my time at RELA, working hard but having fun while my English improved from day to day."

Solange Bernut - New Caledonia. 2010

RELA is a really nice school, the teachers are very kind, the office staff are nice too. I learnt a lot of things, and I hope to come back here next year. I spent some good times with my Homestay. The children are very nice and kind. We visited a lot of things and I liked all my time with them. I learnt English language because they talked slowly so I understood easily. Thank you to my Homestay family and everyone at RELA!

Victoria Fang - Taiwan (Tour Group) 2010

RELA is a very nice school, I've learnt a lot of vocabulary in these weeks, and I hope I can have another chance to come to this brilliant winter school!!!

 
Cindy Lin - Taiwan (Tour Group) 2010

It is really nice to study in RELA, and I must say I learned a lot, and all the teachers here are great. I had a great time getting to know students from all around the world.

 
 
 
 

Student Website

RELA students often share photos and messages between themselves on facebook. This is an excellent way to see the friendships that have been created at RELA. If you are thinking about enrolling at RELA talk to the students and see what they have to say. If you are an old student of RELA, keep in touch with the friends you made during your stay.