Introduction

ACG is a leading independent provider of educational services providing a range of programmes for:

• Pre-school/Kindergarten, primary, middle and senior school education,
• English language courses, and
• University Foundation Studies for the University of Auckland and AUT University

ACG Schools and Colleges are all co-educational and share common values and philosophies. They offer educational pathways leading to respected universities.

ACG is also part of a worldwide network of schools that are connected to the University of Cambridge through its international examination programme.

The City Campus Areas of ACG.
The University of Auckland Foundation Studies Programme.	Interactive Lessons.

Vision

ACG offers the best of a challenging and academic education, from kindergarten to university, in an environment where achievement and excellence is celebrated.

Our student-focused approach to education has shaped and defined the core values of ACG.

These are:

Learning is the central activity

• ACG supports and encourages thinking and knowledge based on international curricula and assessment
  Our students gain international qualifications that are accepted and recognized by respected universities around the world

A student focus

• Assessment of each individual's capabilities forms the basis of skills taught and learning programmes devised
• The teaching method ensures individual attention and helps each student to set learning goals and evaluate achievement

Quality and excellence

• ACG provides a dynamic learning environment that encourages students to enjoy their learning and actively assists them to reach their potential
• Committed, highly trained and caring teachers inspire young people to learn and work together

Why Choose Academic Colleges Group

• A leading educational organisation providing for the academic requirements of international students in New Zealand and elsewhere.
  
  
• New Zealand has a tradition of excellence in education, and ACG builds on this, constantly staying at the forefront of international developments.
  
  
• Academic Colleges Group’s high schools consistently rank amongst the top New Zealand schools in examinations.
  
  
• Keeps class sizes small and places the highest priority on student achievement.
  
  
• Provides constant support for the students and monitors their welfare, keeping parents well informed.
  
  
• The teachers of Academic Colleges Group are selected through a careful academic screening programme. Only people of the highest caliber who share our vision of excellence are employed.
  
  
• The Deans, teachers, academic support staff, and International Centre staff all work together to give each student encouragement, structure and support.
  
  
• Comfortable accommodation with convenient access to the chosen college, school or learning centre is a priority for our students.
  
  
• The colleges, schools and learning centres that make up Academic Colleges Group operate primarily out of three well-developed and modern facilities.
  
  
• New Zealand offers an ideal learning environment and lifestyle for international students.