Education – ADCOSS http://www.adcoss.org.nz Auckland District Council of Social Services Wed, 08 Mar 2017 03:21:46 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=4.6.4 Adult Literacy Auckland http://www.adcoss.org.nz/item/adult-literacy-auckland/ Mon, 27 Jun 2016 22:25:50 +0000 http://www.adcoss.org.nz/?post_type=ait-item&p=1461 Do you have difficulties with reading, writing, spelling or basic maths? Or does anyone you know?  We can help.

Adult Literacy Inc offers classes to groups and individuals at very little cost to the learner.  We have two centres in Glen Innes and Auckland.  Our tutors have been trained to offer a supportive and student goaled environment for learning.

You can become a student if you were born in New Zealand or the Pacific Islands, or have New Zealand residency and did not learn to read and write in your own country.

]]> The St Luke’s Community Centre http://www.adcoss.org.nz/item/the-st-lukes-community-centre/ Mon, 04 Jul 2016 01:16:16 +0000 http://www.adcoss.org.nz/?post_type=ait-item&p=1497 The St Luke’s Community Centre is a place where numerous programmes and activities are run throughout the year for the benefit of the wider community and parish members.  There are art, music, education, cooking, and children’s programmes.  In addition there are many community groups that hire rooms here, not to mention the 35 counsellors who see clients here.

]]> ACG New Zealand International College http://www.adcoss.org.nz/item/acg-new-zealand-international-college/ Tue, 29 Mar 2016 00:55:48 +0000 http://w2mhosting.net/adcoss/item/acg-new-zealand-international-college/ ACG New Zealand International College is part of the wider network of ACG Schools including schools in New Zealand, Jakarta and Vietnam. ACG New Zealand International College exclusively delivers the University of Auckland Certificate in Foundation Studies.

Education institution no:1606

School type: Secondary School (Year 9-15)

Authority: Private

School gender: Co-Educational

Boarding facilities: No

Education medium: All students in English Medium

]]> ACG Parnell College http://www.adcoss.org.nz/item/acg-parnell-college/ Tue, 29 Mar 2016 00:55:48 +0000 http://w2mhosting.net/adcoss/item/acg-parnell-college/ ACG Parnell College is the only independent co-educational Years 1 to 13 school in the Auckland central isthmus area.

The stunning purpose-built campus offers an international curriculum and a positive environment for its students.

ACG Parnell College focuses on an exceptional learning community and distinct emphasis on personal excellence.

Education institution no:2085

School type: Composite School (Year 1-15)

Authority: Private

School gender: Co-Educational

Boarding facilities: No

Education medium: All students in English Medium

]]> ACG Senior College http://www.adcoss.org.nz/item/acg-senior-college/ Tue, 29 Mar 2016 00:55:48 +0000 http://w2mhosting.net/adcoss/item/acg-senior-college/ In keeping with the philosophy of the College, we aim to have a set focus for every year to ensure that we retain quality and develop educationally. Our focus for 2015 is multi-faceted and a real challenge.

We are delighted to be offering the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme as well as CIE. This allows our students to select from two highly respected international qualifications the one that is most suited to their learning and career aspirations. We are confident of our ability to deliver both programmes and look forward to our July intake of IB Diploma students.

Education institution no:1605

School type: Secondary School (Year 9-15)

Authority: Private

School gender: Co-Educational

Boarding facilities: No

Education medium: All students in English Medium

]]> Activities for Pre schoolers http://www.adcoss.org.nz/item/activities-for-pre-schoolers/ Tue, 29 Mar 2016 16:43:13 +0000 http://w2mhosting.net/adcoss/item/default-copy-2/ A link to some of the activities available for preschoolers in Auckland.

]]> Adult Literacy Tamaki Auckland http://www.adcoss.org.nz/item/adult-literacy-tamaki-auckland/ Mon, 27 Jun 2016 22:21:47 +0000 http://www.adcoss.org.nz/?post_type=ait-item&p=1460 Do you have difficulties with reading, writing, spelling or basic maths? Or does anyone you know?  We can help.

Adult Literacy Inc offers classes to groups and individuals at very little cost to the learner.  We have two centres in Glen Innes and Auckland. Click here to find out how to contact us and learn more about what we offer.

Our tutors have been trained to offer a supportive and student goaled environment for learning.

You can become a student if you were born in New Zealand or the Pacific Islands, or have New Zealand residency and did not learn to read and write in your own country.

]]> Age Concern Auckland http://www.adcoss.org.nz/item/age-concern-auckland/ Tue, 29 Mar 2016 00:55:48 +0000 http://w2mhosting.net/adcoss/item/age-concern-auckland/ Support Services, Information, Advice and Personal Advocacy: Responding in person/phone to a range of queries from older people and their carers eg. Advising where to obtain a service, what is available. Providing confidential support and empowerment to older people.

Information Resources: Providing written materials eg. pamphlets and resources eg. videos and books.

Accredited Visiting Service:  Auckland has two Visiting Service coordinators who cover Central and West Auckland.  Volunteer Visitors are checked, trained and matched with lonely, older people living independently in the community, for regular, weekly visits.Accredited Visiting Service Central Auckland – Phone 820-2714

Accredited Visiting Service West Auckland – Phone 820-2713

Education: Holding education seminars for the public eg. positive ageing, Enduring Power of Attorney, WINZ.

Elder Abuse and Neglect Prevention Service: Providing confidential support, advocacy and information for people facing elder abuse and neglect.

Total Mobility Scheme: Providing assessment for people with a disability and provision of a Total Mobility card for discount taxi fares.

In-home Support: Referring on to recommended services (eg. trade services) that can provide for the necessary maintenance work to be done in client’s homes.

]]> Alliance Francaise http://www.adcoss.org.nz/item/alliance-francaise/ Tue, 29 Mar 2016 14:11:28 +0000 http://w2mhosting.net/adcoss/item/default-copy/ The Alliance Francaise is a worldwide network of non-profit associations dedicated to the promotion of the French language and the cultures of France and of the many French-speaking countries abroad. The first Alliance was founded in Paris in 1883 and nowadays there are nearly 1000 such associations throughout the world, including 10 centres in New Zealand.
The Alliance Francaise Auckland offers French language classes to both adults and children and organises social and cultural events (exhibitions, concerts, cinema…). Being a not for profit organisation supported by the French Embassy, fees charged are only intended to cover expenses.

The Alliance française promotes cultural diversity and an idea of globalisation respectful of differences. There is no need to be fluent in French to be a member of our Alliance and enjoy our activities as most of our events are bilingual.

]]> Auckland Community Education http://www.adcoss.org.nz/item/auckland-community-education/ Tue, 29 Mar 2016 00:55:48 +0000 http://w2mhosting.net/adcoss/item/auckland-community-education/ Community Education is alive and well at a school near you!

Auckland Schools Community Education Association (ASCEA) offers courses in Art, crafts & photography, business & computing skills, cooking, ESOL, health & fitness, languages, music and much more.

Schools from Waiuku to the North Shore, Onehunga to Howick, North to South, East to West, offer courses that are short and affordable, with no pre-requisites, which are held in the evenings and on weekends.

They:

Provide an opportunity to try something new without huge expense
Offer a way to meet other people with similar interests while you learn together
Update skills for people returning to the workforce
Give people the confidence to go on to more formal learning

]]> Auckland Community Law Centre http://www.adcoss.org.nz/item/auckland-community-law-centre/ Tue, 29 Mar 2016 00:55:48 +0000 http://w2mhosting.net/adcoss/item/auckland-community-law-centre/ We provide free legal advice, assistance and information to those experiencing financial and personal hardship. Our free education seminars are open to the public.

The legal areas we deal in our services are:

  1. Family Law
  2. Domestic Violence
  3. Immigration
  4. Employment
  5. Social benefit payments
  6. Tenancy
  7. Civil
  8. Minor Criminal
  9. Disputes with neighbors (over tree, fences etc.)
  10. Consumer debts, reposessions etc.

Please call us to know how we are able to assist. Our website for more information is www.aclc.org.nz

9 AM to 11.30 PM Outreach clinics (without appointment)

1. Avondale: at the Age Concern Building (57 Rosebank Road)

2. Mt. Roskill: Wesley Community Centre (740 Sandringham Road)

3. Glen Innes: GI CAB office (100 Line Road)

4. Panmure: Panmure Community Centre (5-17 Pilkington Road)

5. Orakei: Orakei Marae (Tumanako House)

]]> Auckland Deaf Society http://www.adcoss.org.nz/item/auckland-deaf-society/ Tue, 26 Jul 2016 01:27:46 +0000 http://www.adcoss.org.nz/?post_type=ait-item&p=1637 WE WELCOME MEMBERS FROM ALL STAGES AND WALKS OF LIFE
With regular social events for adults, youth and senior citizens, and plenty of family friendly activities and entertainment, we have an event or programme for everyone. We also have a variety of sporting and recreational clubs which provide fun ways to engage in the community.

Deaf, hearing impaired and hearing are welcomed in our modern clubroom to meet fellow Aucklanders who use NZSL (New Zealand Sign Language)! If you’re interested in learning New Zealand Sign Language, or building on what you already know, we also run a full NZSL programme for families and adults.

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