Kauri Academy NZ is an international school whose expertise is based on the long heritage of PNTC Colleges Philippines (www.pntc.edu.ph). Established in 1994, PNTC has almost 20 years experience in tertiary education and a proven reputation for training thousands of quality workers in the global service industry.

It is this relationship that gives us a unique insight into education in the global setting, an understanding of education from the point of view of the international student.

We know the high standards required by the international community. We also realize that foreign students expect this quality of education to come with a truly memorable and enriching experience.

English Department Tutors must hold an RSA/CELTA, CertTESOL or equivalent qualification. All our tutors are passionate about ESOL, have extensive knowledge of the subject and enjoy sharing this knowledge with the students at Kauri Academy.

Healthcare Studies Department staff must be registered nurses, occupational therapists or hold an equivalent health care qualification, and must have knowledge of adult education. Healthcare Studies staff have extensive industry experience, which they will share with all healthcare students.

The Academic Staff at Kauri Academy are employed for their expertise and commitment to providing an exceptional educational service. Each department is headed by industry-respected educators with years of experience.

Marie Laycock - Academic Manager and HOD Healthcare
Marie is a very experienced health care educator with a unique level of expertise and a well-grounded insight to workplace realities that comes from practicing as a nurse and working in the tertiary education sector. She is a Registered General and Obstetrics Nurse from the Auckland School of Nursing and holds a National Certificate in Adult Education (Level 4), a National Certificate in Adult Literacy Education (NCALE) Vocational Tutor/Lecturer and Workplace Trainer and a Certificate of Proficiency in Health Research (Level 7) from AUT.

Laura Bosnich - Healthcare Tutor
Laura is a Registered General and Obstetrics Nurse from the Auckland School of Nursing and also has a National Certificate in Adult Education (Level 4). Her clinical experience has centered mainly on Care of the Elderly, both in care facilities and the community. With good background experience and understanding of the realities within this sector Laura subsequently became a healthcare educator, which included teaching and workplace assessing Foundation Level to Level 5. Having lived in Tauranga for over twenty years Laura is now living in Auckland to be near family.

Hannah Young - Healthcare Tutor
Hannah is a qualified Diversional Therapist with a keen interest in clinical rehabilitation. She holds a Bachelors Degree in Sport and Exercise Science, Post Graduate Certificate in Health Science (Clinical Rehabilitation), as well as qualifications in diversional therapy and cardiac physiology. Hannah has a wide variety of recreational interests including: learning New Zealand Sign Language, costume making, dog training and sports.

Clare Arnold - Healthcare Tutor