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June 2026

Negotiation Skills for Successful Outcomes

27

Jun

Negotiation Skills for Successful Outcomes

Wellington High School

Sat 27 Jun 2026

1 day, Sat 9:30 AM – 3:30 PM

  • Wellington High School
Presented by
Andrey Matuskin
  • Free

Sat 27 Jun 2026

1 day, Sat 9:30 AM – 3:30 PM

Everyone negotiates—at work, at home, or anywhere in between. Whether you're closing deals or resolving conflicts, learn how to get what you want and bring others on board with your vision. (NZ citizens and residents free with ID, others pay listed price).

July 2026

Sat 4 Jul 2026

1 day, Sat 9:30 AM - 3:30 PM

  • Wellington High School
Presented by
  • Free

Sat 4 Jul 2026

1 day, Sat 9:30 AM - 3:30 PM

Bypass the mental loops and discover a new language for healing. Join us for a one-day creative journey to quiet the mind, release stress, and unlock a powerful pathway to self-compassion—no art experience required. (NZ citizen and residents free with ID, all others pay $120).

Mental Health First Aid Aotearoa

4

Jul

Mental Health First Aid Aotearoa

Wellington High School

Discount

4 - 11 Jul 2026

2 weeks, Sat 9:30 AM – 4:30 PM

  • Wellington High School
Presented by
  • From $219.00 incl. GST

4 - 11 Jul 2026

2 weeks, Sat 9:30 AM – 4:30 PM

About 1 in 5 New Zealand adults experience a common mental illness each year. Understanding how to talk about mental health and help someone in need are important skills. This certified Mental Health First Aid course, will teach you the skills and knowledge to recognise and respond to someone experiencing mental health challenges. (NZ Citizens and residents pay $219 with ID, all others pay $499).

Sat 18 Jul 2026

1 day, Sat 9:30 AM - 3:30 PM

  • Wellington High School
Presented by
  • Free

Sat 18 Jul 2026

1 day, Sat 9:30 AM - 3:30 PM

This workshop is designed for anyone experiencing mental, emotional, or physical exhaustion who wants practical, science-backed tools to reclaim their energy and resilience. (NZ citizens and residents free with ID, others pay $120.)

Communication English - Level 3

27

Jul

Communication English - Level 3

Wellington High School

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27 Jul 2026 - 18 Sep 2026

8 weeks, weekdays 9:15 AM - 12:15 PM

  • Wellington High School
  • Free

27 Jul 2026 - 18 Sep 2026

8 weeks, weekdays 9:15 AM - 12:15 PM

For those who are more confident in everyday English, who want to be more fluent and accurate. Enrolment is by interview only - NZ citizen and residents free with ID, all others pay $1049

27 Jul 2026 - 14 Sep 2026

8 weeks, Mon 9:30 AM – 11:30 AM

  • Johnsonville
Presented by
  • Free

27 Jul 2026 - 14 Sep 2026

8 weeks, Mon 9:30 AM – 11:30 AM

Join our beginners’ informal English language group in Johnsonville and improve your English skills, make new friends and find out more about your community. (NZ citizen and residents free with ID, all others pay $155).

Pottery - Throwing: Beginners

27

Jul

Pottery - Throwing: Beginners

Offsite Pottery Courses

Limited places

27 Jul 2026 - 14 Sep 2026

8 weeks, Mon 9:30 AM – 11:30 AM

  • Offsite Pottery Courses
Presented by
Julie Harrington
  • $499.00 incl. GST

27 Jul 2026 - 14 Sep 2026

8 weeks, Mon 9:30 AM – 11:30 AM

A course for beginners where we'll cover clay preparation through to throwing of basic forms. All materials provided. (Held at Wellington Potters' Centre, 130 Grant Road, Thorndon).

Communication English - Level 2

27

Jul

Communication English - Level 2

Wellington High School

Sold out

27 Jul 2026 - 18 Sep 2026

8 weeks, weekdays 12:30 PM - 3:30 PM

  • Wellington High School
Presented by
  • Free

27 Jul 2026 - 18 Sep 2026

8 weeks, weekdays 12:30 PM - 3:30 PM

For those who are becoming more confident in using English in everyday situations. Enrolment is by interview only - NZ citizen and residents free with ID, all others pay $1049.

Pottery - Handbuilding Basics

27

Jul

Pottery - Handbuilding Basics

Offsite Pottery Courses

Limited places

27 Jul 2026 - 14 Sep 2026

8 weeks, Mon 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM

  • Offsite Pottery Courses
Presented by
  • $499.00 incl. GST

27 Jul 2026 - 14 Sep 2026

8 weeks, Mon 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM

Learn how to prepare and alter clay. (Held at Wellington Potters' Association, 130 Grant Road, Thorndon).

Pottery - Throwing: Next Step

27

Jul

Pottery - Throwing: Next Step

Offsite Pottery Courses

Sold out

27 Jul 2026 - 14 Sep 2026

8 weeks, Mon 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM

  • Offsite Pottery Courses
Presented by
James Dickman
  • $499.00 incl. GST

27 Jul 2026 - 14 Sep 2026

8 weeks, Mon 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM

Extend your skills in this Next Step pottery course, aimed at those who already have the basics. (Held at Wellington Potters' Association, 130 Grant Road, Thorndon).

28 Jul 2026 - 15 Sep 2026

8 weeks, Tue 9:30 AM – 11:30 AM

  • Johnsonville
Presented by
  • Free

28 Jul 2026 - 15 Sep 2026

8 weeks, Tue 9:30 AM – 11:30 AM

Join our elementary informal English language groups in Johnsonville and improve your English skills, make new friends and find out more about your community. (NZ citizen and residents free with ID, all others pay $155).

28 Jul 2026 - 15 Sep 2026

8 weeks, Tue 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM

  • Johnsonville
Presented by
  • Free

28 Jul 2026 - 15 Sep 2026

8 weeks, Tue 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM

Join our informal next step English language group (aimed at those at Intermediate level and above) in Johnsonville and improve your English skills, make new friends and find out more about your community. (NZ citizen and residents free with ID, all others pay $155).

Drawing and Painting for Beginners

28

Jul

Drawing and Painting for Beginners

Wellington High School

28 Jul 2026 - 18 Aug 2026

4 weeks, Tue 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM

  • Wellington High School
Presented by
  • $165.00 incl. GST

28 Jul 2026 - 18 Aug 2026

4 weeks, Tue 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM

Explore a range of painting and drawing techniques from ink and watercolour to impasto and realism using acrylic paint. Bring your A4 sketchbook - all other materials included in course fee.

ESOL - Level 1-2

28

Jul

ESOL - Level 1-2

Wellington High School

Discount

28 Jul 2026 - 17 Sep 2026

8 weeks, Tue & Thu 5:30 PM - 7:30 PM

  • Wellington High School
  • From $155.00 incl. GST

28 Jul 2026 - 17 Sep 2026

8 weeks, Tue & Thu 5:30 PM - 7:30 PM

For those who can understand and use very simple English in some situations. (NZ Citizens and residents pay $155 with ID, all others pay $305).

ESOL - Level 3-4

28

Jul

ESOL - Level 3-4

Wellington High School

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28 Jul 2026 - 17 Sep 2026

8 weeks, Tue & Thu 5:30 PM - 7:30 PM

  • Wellington High School
  • From $155.00 incl. GST

28 Jul 2026 - 17 Sep 2026

8 weeks, Tue & Thu 5:30 PM - 7:30 PM

For those who generally speak with confidence and accuracy but need to develop fluency and the use of idiomatic language. (NZ Citizens and residents pay $155 with ID, all others pay $305).

French - Intermediate 3

28

Jul

French - Intermediate 3

Wellington High School

28 Jul 2026 - 15 Sep 2026

8 weeks, Tue 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM

  • Wellington High School
Presented by
  • $205.00 incl. GST

28 Jul 2026 - 15 Sep 2026

8 weeks, Tue 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM

For those who have completed 6 terms of French (approx 100 hours).

Guitar - Beginners

28

Jul

Guitar - Beginners

Wellington High School

Limited places

28 Jul 2026 - 15 Sep 2026

8 weeks, Tue 5:30 PM – 6:30 PM

  • Wellington High School
Presented by
  • $129.00 incl. GST

28 Jul 2026 - 15 Sep 2026

8 weeks, Tue 5:30 PM – 6:30 PM

Have you ever found yourself listening to a song and wishing you could be the one playing it? Learn the basic chords, strumming and lots of songs. Bring your own acoustic guitar.

IELTS: How to Succeed [ESOL Levels 3 and 4]

28

Jul

IELTS: How to Succeed [ESOL Levels 3 and 4]

Wellington High School

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28 Jul 2026 - 17 Sep 2026

8 weeks, Tue & Thu 5:30 PM - 7:30 PM

  • Wellington High School
Presented by
  • From $210.00 incl. GST

28 Jul 2026 - 17 Sep 2026

8 weeks, Tue & Thu 5:30 PM - 7:30 PM

Taking the IELTS exam for immigration or study? Get the skills and strategies you need to help you pass. (NZ Citizens and residents pay $210 with ID, all others pay $379).

Sewing - All Levels

28

Jul

Sewing - All Levels

Wellington High School

Sold out

28 Jul 2026 - 15 Sep 2026

8 weeks, Tue 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM

  • Wellington High School
Presented by
  • $190.00 incl. GST

28 Jul 2026 - 15 Sep 2026

8 weeks, Tue 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM

Sewing skills and techniques for beginners and more experienced sewers. Please check full course description for list of what you need to bring to class.

Te Reo Māori - Introductory 1

28

Jul

Te Reo Māori - Introductory 1

Wellington High School

Discount

28 Jul 2026 - 1 Sep 2026

6 weeks, Tue 5:30 PM – 8:00 PM

  • Wellington High School
Presented by
  • From $110.00 incl. GST

28 Jul 2026 - 1 Sep 2026

6 weeks, Tue 5:30 PM – 8:00 PM

This course is for beginners who have no prior knowledge of te reo Māori or Māori culture. (NZ Citizens and residents pay $110 with ID, all others pay $205).

Writing a Novel

28

Jul

Writing a Novel

Wellington High School

28 Jul 2026 - 15 Sep 2026

8 weeks, Tue 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM

  • Wellington High School
Presented by
  • $190.00 incl. GST

28 Jul 2026 - 15 Sep 2026

8 weeks, Tue 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM

Kick start your novel in this series of weekly workshops with practical writing exercises which will build ideas, form the raw material of your book and get you started.

Japanese - Introductory 1

28

Jul

Japanese - Introductory 1

Wellington High School

Sold out

28 Jul 2026 - 15 Sep 2026

8 weeks, Tue 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM

  • Wellington High School
Presented by
  • $205.00 incl. GST

28 Jul 2026 - 15 Sep 2026

8 weeks, Tue 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM

For beginners who have no prior knowledge of Japanese.

Jewellery Making - Precious Stones in Cast Rings

28

Jul

Jewellery Making - Precious Stones in Cast Rings

Wellington High School

28 Jul 2026 - 1 Sep 2026

6 weeks, Tue 6:00 PM – 8:30 PM

  • Wellington High School
Presented by
  • $389.00 incl. GST

28 Jul 2026 - 1 Sep 2026

6 weeks, Tue 6:00 PM – 8:30 PM

Evolve and advance your jewellery making abilities with dazzling silver rings embedded with rubies and sapphires - beginners welcome! All materials included in course fee - no hidden costs!

Te Reo Māori - Introductory 1

28

Jul

Te Reo Māori - Introductory 1

Wellington High School

Discount

28 Jul 2026 - 1 Sep 2026

6 weeks, Tue 6:00 PM – 8:30 PM

  • Wellington High School
Presented by
Taea Staples
  • From $110.00 incl. GST

28 Jul 2026 - 1 Sep 2026

6 weeks, Tue 6:00 PM – 8:30 PM

This course is for beginners who have no prior knowledge of te reo Māori or Māori culture. (NZ Citizens and residents pay $110 with ID, all others pay $205).