Ara Institute Of Canterbury Timings

At Ara, you won’t just gain the skills required to succeed in the workplace, you’ll also be supported throughout your student journey and enjoy the experience of being a student. Here’s a taste of what you can expect.



Term hours

We are closed for all public holidays throughout the year.

City campus, Madras Street, Christchurch

  • Monday to Friday 7am – 8pm
  • Saturday 10am – 5pm
  • Sunday 12pm – 5pm

Manawa campus, 276 Antigua Street, Christchurch



  • Monday to Friday 8.30am – 4.30pm
  • Saturday to Sunday Closed

Woolston campus, Ensors Road, Christchurch

  • Monday to Thursday 8am – 5pm
  • Friday 8am – 4.30pm
  • Saturday and Sunday closed


Timaru campus, Arthur Street, Timaru

  • Monday to Friday 8am – 5pm
  • Saturday and Sunday Closed