Diverse students
Whangarei & Kaitaia, New Zealand

Begin Your Career in Beauty & Wellness

Northland's only specialist Beauty Therapy & Massage Therapy training provider. Small classes, expert tutors, and a family feel that will change your life.

NZQA Approved
Fees Free Eligible
Student Loans Available

Course Intake Dates

Next intakes available in July 2026 and January 2027

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Tiny School, Mighty Results

We are wahine led and wahine staffed small training school. We've been here doing great things in Whangarei since 2009 and in Kaitaia since 2023. You will never get lost amongst the crowds at our school!

Our founder, Lorna Clowes, also founded Elite International School of Beauty Therapy in Auckland in 1998 and in Whangarei in 2000

Small Classes, Always

You will never be just a number to us. Our intimate class sizes mean personal attention and real relationships.

17+ Years of Excellence in Whangarei. Established in 2009

We are specialists with almost 100 years of combined staff experience. We know what we're doing inside out.

Family Feel

A special whānau atmosphere where we care deeply about your success, your future, and your happiness.

Two Locations

Study in Whangarei (our main campus since 2009) or Kaitaia (since 2023) — both in beautiful Northland.

NZQA Approved

All programmes are NZQA approved and eligible for Fees Free, student loans, and allowances.

Global Qualifications

Our qualifications are internationally recognised and open doors to careers worldwide.

17+

Years in Whangarei

100+

Years Combined Experience

2

Locations

Our Programmes

All programmes are NZQA approved, Fees Free eligible, and available with student loans and allowances through StudyLink.

Level 3

Certificate in Skincare & Makeup

20 weeks

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Level 4

NZ Certificate in Beauty Therapy

40 weeks

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Level 5

NZ Diploma in Wellness & Relaxation Massage

40 weeks

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NZQA External Evaluation & Review

Our latest EER report (April 2024) reflects our commitment to excellence in education and student support.

2020-22 Completion Rates

89% average

Exemplary given demographic of at-risk learners

NZQA Rating

Highly Confident

In the educational performance of the institution

What Our Graduates Say

"Evolution School changed my life. The small class sizes and personal attention made all the difference."

— Sarah

"I felt supported every step of the way. The tutors genuinely care about your success."

— Emma

"The practical experience I gained was invaluable. I'm now running my own beauty business."

— Jade

Ready to Start Your Journey?

Join our whānau and transform your career in beauty and wellness.