I just know too many of the wrong kind of people Teelo.
Unfortunately I'm not really in touch with the couple of people I knew who went through SouthSeas, but their past intakes include some Shortland St regulars (Rachel and Nick I think). I think they cover most aspects of the industry, including acting, camerawork, production, directing, but I'm not 100% certain.
This is going back a few years so it's foggy.
They definitely have a good reputation, and if you call them they can guide you to other schools as well.