About Southern Cross Language Institute
SCLI is a small, private language school, located in Merivale Christchurch, close to the centre of the city.
It was established in 1987, in conjunction with the schools of the St Catalina Gakuen in Japan, to provide an intensive one-year course in English for their students.
Language learning at SCLI is interactive, positive, and enjoyable
The course has been specifically designed to meet the needs of Japanese teens who are yet to complete their high school education.
Our aim is to provide a high standard of English in all skill areas to facilitate entry to chosen universities upon high school graduation.
All classes are taught in English, and our classes have a firm English-only policy to maximise speaking opportunities.
Our Support
We support students in connecting and belonging in New Zealand.
Expanding My World Through English
I am currently majoring in English linguistics. In addition, through my part-time job at a hotel, I interact daily with guests from overseas.
At SCLI, I learned the joy of communicating with people from different cultures using English.
Through this experience, I developed a strong desire to connect with more people and to see more of the wider world.
My time studying at SCLI was an invaluable experience that helped me grow significantly as a person.
Asuka Endo / Student 2019-2020
A Message for Future Students
I’ve experienced lots of things this year, but overall, you don’t have to worry about anything!
Just be yourself and share your feelings, favourites, or anything else with your host family or your teachers. They will definitely help you.
The earlier you start something, the more amazing experiences you will have.
Iroha
Coming to New Zealand will change you a lot!
I got a lot of experience here, and I will miss you guys! (Loew)
You’re going to love it, and although it can be difficult, it will be very rewarding and there are lots of people who can help you.
Loew, her host family
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