How popular isLanguages International?
In October 2026, people searched for Languages International by name about 1,600 times in New Zealand, a 15.8% decrease from the previous year. These searches made up 14.1% of all New Zealand English language school searches, placing Languages International fourth out of seven schools. When we asked both ChatGPT and Google AI Overviews about English language schools, Languages International appeared in four of the five answers and was the second most recommended of the seven.
Languages International is the fourth most searched of 7 competitors and the second most recommended in the AI answers we collected.
CCELShare of searches 31.7%Mentioned in 2 of 5 AI answersPlace in AI recommendations 7th
LSNZShare of searches 25.6%Mentioned in 2 of 5 AI answersPlace in AI recommendations 6th- Auckland English AcademyShare of searches 16.8%Mentioned in 3 of 5 AI answersPlace in AI recommendations 3rd
Languages InternationalShare of searches 14.1%Mentioned in 4 of 5 AI answersPlace in AI recommendations 2nd
NZLCShare of searches 11.5%Mentioned in 5 of 5 AI answersPlace in AI recommendations 1st
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Top English language schools in ChatGPT and Google AI Overviews
In three ChatGPT questions and two Google AI Overviews, Languages International was mentioned in four out of five: in all three ChatGPT answers and in one of the two Google AI Overviews. Languages International is the second most recommended of the seven.
Most recommended by AI
Brands get a higher ranking if they are mentioned earlier in the answers.
Mentioned by AI
Each dot is one answer, filled in when that answer mentions the brand.
NZLC5 of 5Named in 3 of 3 ChatGPT answersNamed in 2 of 2 Google answers
Languages International4 of 5Named in 3 of 3 ChatGPT answersNamed in 1 of 2 Google answers- Auckland English Academy3 of 5Named in 3 of 3 ChatGPT answersNamed in 0 of 2 Google answers
University of Auckland English Language Academy3 of 5Named in 2 of 3 ChatGPT answersNamed in 1 of 2 Google answers
Worldwide School of English3 of 5Named in 3 of 3 ChatGPT answersNamed in 0 of 2 Google answers
CCEL2 of 5Named in 1 of 3 ChatGPT answersNamed in 1 of 2 Google answers
LSNZ2 of 5Named in 1 of 3 ChatGPT answersNamed in 1 of 2 Google answers
See every answer about English language schools
5 answers
Asked ChatGPT
“Which English language school should I book in New Zealand?”
Asked ChatGPT
“What are the best English language schools in New Zealand?”
Asked ChatGPT
“What's the best English language school in New Zealand for english study?”
Searched Google, AI Overview
“english course nz”
Searched Google, AI Overview
“study english in nz”
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NZLC
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Brands are shown in the order each answer named them. The survey took place in New Zealand on October 21, 2026.
How often do people search for Languages International compared with other New Zealand English language schools?
Share of searches by month for CCEL, LSNZ, Auckland English Academy, Languages International, NZLC. The figures are in the table below the chart.
View monthly share of searches table
| Month | CCEL | LSNZ | Auckland English Academy | Languages International | NZLC | University of Auckland English Language Academy | Worldwide School of English |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 2025 | 28.5% | 23.6% | 18.7% | 18.7% | 9.8% | 0.49% | 0.1% |
| Dec 2025 | 26.2% | 21.3% | 21.3% | 16.4% | 14.4% | 0.49% | 0% |
| Jan 2026 | 27.8% | 23% | 18.2% | 18.2% | 12.4% | 0.48% | 0% |
| Feb 2026 | 45.5% | 16% | 13.5% | 16% | 8.4% | 0.59% | 0% |
| Mar 2026 | 37.5% | 16.1% | 16.1% | 16.1% | 13.6% | 0.42% | 0.08% |
| Apr 2026 | 36.9% | 16.4% | 16.4% | 16.4% | 13.3% | 0.51% | 0% |
| May 2026 | 29.4% | 24.4% | 16.2% | 16.2% | 13.2% | 0.41% | 0.1% |
| Jun 2026 | 27.8% | 22.9% | 18.2% | 18.2% | 12.4% | 0.48% | 0% |
| Jul 2026 | 28.9% | 23.3% | 19.3% | 15.3% | 12.9% | 0.4% | 0% |
| Aug 2026 | 37.6% | 25% | 16.7% | 11.1% | 9% | 0.49% | 0% |
| Sep 2026 | 28% | 28% | 18.7% | 14.8% | 10.1% | 0.39% | 0.08% |
| Oct 2026 | 31.7% | 25.6% | 16.8% | 14.1% | 11.5% | 0.35% | 0% |
| Rank | Brand | Share of searches | Estimated monthly branded searches | vs prior month | Share change |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1, held 1st | 31.7% | 3.6K | 0% | +3.8 points | |
| 2, held 2nd | 25.6% | 2.9K | -19.4% | -2.4 points | |
| 3, held 3rd | 16.8% | 1.9K | -20.8% | -1.9 points | |
| 4, held 4th | 14.1% | 1.6K | -15.8% | -0.7 points | |
| 5, held 5th | 11.5% | 1.3K | 0% | +1.4 points | |
| 6, held 6th | 0.35% | 40 | -20% | 0 points | |
| 7, held 7th | 0% | 0 | -100% | -0.1 points |
1.
CCEL31.7%
Held 1st. 3.6K estimated branded searches, 0% vs prior month. Share +3.8 points.
2.
LSNZ25.6%
Held 2nd. 2.9K estimated branded searches, -19.4% vs prior month. Share -2.4 points.
16.8%
Held 3rd. 1.9K estimated branded searches, -20.8% vs prior month. Share -1.9 points.
14.1%
Held 4th. 1.6K estimated branded searches, -15.8% vs prior month. Share -0.7 points.
5.
NZLC11.5%
Held 5th. 1.3K estimated branded searches, 0% vs prior month. Share +1.4 points.
Held 6th. 40 estimated branded searches, -20% vs prior month. Share 0 points.
Held 7th. 0 estimated branded searches, -100% vs prior month. Share -0.1 points.
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How has branded search demand for Languages International changed in New Zealand over the last 12 months?
3 findings
- Across the 12 months ending October 2026, estimated monthly branded searches for Languages International in New Zealand fell from 1.9K to 1.6K.
- Across the 12 months ending October 2026, Languages International’s share of searches among English language schools in New Zealand decreased from 18.7% to 14.1%.
- Across the 12 months ending October 2026, Languages International’s share of searches among English language schools in New Zealand peaked at 18.7% in November 2025 and was lowest at 11.1% in August 2026.
How did search popularity change for New Zealand English language schools in October 2026?
6 changes

In October 2026, CCEL gained share of searches among English language schools in New Zealand, from 28% to 31.7%.

In October 2026, NZLC gained share of searches among English language schools in New Zealand, from 10.1% to 11.5%.

In October 2026, LSNZ lost share of searches among English language schools in New Zealand, from 28% to 25.6%.
In October 2026, Auckland English Academy lost share of searches among English language schools in New Zealand, from 18.7% to 16.8%.

In October 2026, Languages International lost share of searches among English language schools in New Zealand, from 14.8% to 14.1%.

Estimated monthly branded searches for Worldwide School of English in New Zealand fell 100% over 12 measured months, from 10 to 0 in October 2026.
How are Languages International’s branded searches counted?
1 search term
Brandwave collects information about searches that people make online using Languages International’s name. When viewed over time, estimated search volumes for this branded term can be used to understand whether interest in the brand is growing, holding steady, or fading.
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