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Schools Welcome:
Start at any time of year, and stay for any duration. Our subject range is very broad, so you can try something new - we have all the support you need to succeed! We'll create a personalized program for you, based on your goals and interests. This could be a mixture of academic, creative, and technical subjects if you wish. Our 'Kiwi Buddy' students are excited to meet you and help you to settle into our innovative, yet relaxed and friendly lifestyle! They will introduce you to their friends and school activities, and help you navigate your new subjects and school systems. Meanwhile, your homestay family will take great care of you outside of school, introducing Auckland's many aspects.
Get in touch with us:
Your School contact
Location:
North Island , City, Suburban, Rural
School Authority:
State
Nearest Airport:
Auckland International (30 minutes)
Waitakere's warm, supportive teaching style and school culture, and many opportunities for you to try new things, helps you become more confident and independent, and to grow as a well-rounded person.
Our academic results are above national averages, and we challenge you to motivate yourself to new heights! Work collaboratively with your teachers and peers, using the newest digital teaching tools.
Celebrate Maori culture in our modern Whare classroom at the school entrance. We are proud of leading-edge facilities, especially Science, Sport, Drama, Dance, Design, Building and Engineering.
3 Dance studios, Photography and Film Editing suites, 9 Science labs, Large indoor and outdoor sports facilities plus weights training room, modern library and computer suites, Fashion, Product Design, plus Academies in Sports, Performing Arts, Hospitality, Engineering, Building and furniture construction, Automotive, Health Services. Excellent ESOL English support and pastoral care service range.
Food, Soft materials, Hard materials, Art, Painting, Photography, Design, Languages, Music, Personal tuition in any of a range of instruments or singing, Drama, Computing, Social Studies, Outdoor Education Camp, Health, Physical Education, Sport Science, Science, Maths, English, ESOL, Business.
Fashion, Hospitality, Food Technology, Media Studies, Hard materials, Furniture, Engineering, Art, Art History, Design, Photography, Painting, Languages, Music, Drama, Computing, Social Science, Geography, History, Health, Sport Science, Physical Education, Science, Maths, English, Communications, ESOL, Business, Accounting.
Fashion, Hospitality, Food Technology, Media Studies, Woodwork: Furniture, Engineering, Art, Art History, Design, Sculpture, Photography, Painting, Languages, Music, Drama, Computing, Social Science, Geography, History, Classics, Health, Sport Science, PE, Chemistry, Biology, Physics, Maths, Calculus, Statistics, Financial Management, English, Communications, ESOL, Business, Accounting.
Year 10s who begin in Term 1 may apply for free personal tuition once a week at school in any of a wide range of instruments or singing; there is high demand for this, so application should be made early. For experienced musicians we have an Orchestra and Jazz band. All students can audition for the school musical show and drama performances. The Performing Arts Academy learn all aspects of stage craft both on and off stage - an audition is required. There are frequent contemporary dance competitions, plus Polyfest in Term 1. Ad hoc, students may organise talent quest or Karaoke competitions.
The sports ticked above are only those practiced regularly at school - in addition, near to school we can access Pony clubs, Cheerleading team training, Gymnastics, Trampolining, Aerobics classes, Martial Arts, Archery, Squash, ALL WATERSPORTS (including Sea Scouts and Cadets), ALL CYCLE sports, Go Karts, Rock-climbing, Surfing, and a variety of Golf clubs. In season (June-Sept), the North Island skiing/ snowboarding mountains are approx 4 hours away by road.
We support all sports training, and have a specialized weights training room where sport-appropriate programs can be supervised. From time to time we have supported students at international-competitive-level in Diving, Athletics, Gymnastics, Combat arts. Our Physiotherapist visits the school weekly during winter sports season.
Athletics
Badminton
Basketball
Biathlon
Bowls
Cricket
Cross Country
Cycling
Dragonboating
Golf
Gymnastics
Hockey
Kayaking
Netball
Orienteering
Robotics
Rugby
Soccer
Softball
Swimming
Table Tennis
Tennis
Touch Rugby
Triathlon
Volleyball
Water Polo
Weightlifting
School Type: Day School
Gender: Co-ed
Qualifications: NCEA
Year Levels: Years 9-13 (ages 13-18)
Religion: Non-Denominational
People from all backgrounds and levels of language ability are welcomed.
Total Enrolment: 1500
Total international students year 9 - 13: 20
Program Established: 1995
International students accepted for: 9, 10, 11, 12, 13
Foreign Languages: French, Chinese, Maori, ESOL, IELTS Prep, other
Info: In addition, we will support study of any language, even if not part of our standard curriculum, by providing time and facilities for correspondence learning. Strong Maori, and Pacific Island culture.
Entrance Dates: Term 1/January, Term 2/April, Term 3/July, Term 4/October
Length of stay: 1 Term, 2 Terms, 3 Terms, 4 Terms, until graduation, Short term study (1 to 8 weeks)
Application Deadlines: Rolling
Apply at any time of year, and start/ end your study experience at any time of year, for any duration from 4 weeks to 4 years.
Application Process: Enrolment Form, School Reports, Student Letter of Introduction, Registration Fee, Offer of Place, Payment Receipt
Info: People from all backgrounds and levels of English language ability are welcomed.
Website: www.waitakerecollege.school.nz/international/international-study
Facebook: facebook.com/WaitakereCollege/
Instagram: instagram.com/waitakere_college_official/
Youtube: youtube.com/channel/UCqkQEKQ2BEeyPRC30WRmzOQ/
Most recent newsletter: www.waitakerecollege.school.nz/newsletters
Location: North Island , City, Suburban, Rural
Info: Waitakere College high school is at the foothills of the Waitakere Ranges native rainforest, close to rugged West Coast surfing beaches and semi-rural areas. However, we are also located in one of the major suburbs of Auckland, which is New Zealand's largest and very multi-cultural city, with thriving sports facilities, hobby clubs, shopping, entertainment, dining, museums, galleries, and events. The train station is 5 minutes walk from our school, and there are buses and easy road access all over the city. If you prefer calmer beaches, the train and bus will take you there, including to our spectacular Waitemata Harbour full of islands (such as the non-active volcano Rangitoto island, which you can walk up for great views). Adventure activities and outdoors exploring are at our doorstep!
Specialized Programs: Leadership, Outdoor Education, Trips, other
Info: Outdoor Ed programs can be designed for each student according to ability and interest. Leadership opportunities and student groups include: Peer sexuality support, Environmental sustainability, Peer Mentors, Prefects, Duke of Edinburgh Award (including weekend hiking), Librarian, Tuckshop, Orchestra, Jazz band, Pasifika Choir, Chess, Organic Gardening, Computer programming, Art, Dance. Additionally, various subjects and year levels have Camps and trips throughout the year. The senior school ball (mid year) is a highlight, as is the school musical production (normally Term 1 and 2). Students are often involved in community projects also.
Accommodation: Homestay
Info: We work with a variety of professional, police-checked homestay providers, to ensure the widest range of quality families are available, in close proximity to our school. We are a signatory to the NZ Government's Code of Practice for the Pastoral Care of International Students.
Student Services & Orientation & Counseling:
Our Pastoral care staff team includes skilled Nurses, Guidance Counsellors and Youth Workers, with visits from other health professionals such as doctor, physio and dentist also. A strong Vocational Pathways and Careers advisory department assists seniors with the transition to work or higher study. We have an active team in both learning support, and support for special needs. ESOL is a strong department at our school. Ongoing orientation is assisted by student Kiwi Buddies being assigned to each new international student.
Term Dates 2024:
Term 1: 01.02.2024 - 12.04.2024
Term 2: 29.04.2024 - 05.07.2024
Term 3: 22.07.2024 - 27.09.2024
Term 4: 14.10.2024 - 12.12.2024
Term Dates 2025:
Term 1: 03.02.2025 - 11.04.2025
Term 2: 28.04.2025 - 27.06.2025
Term 3: 14.07.2025 - 19.09.2025
Term 4: 06.10.2025 - 19.12.2025
| 1 Term (Term 1 or 2 or 3) | NZD 4250 | EUR 2384,43 |
| 2 Terms (Term 1 & 2 or 2 & 3 or 3 & 4) | NZD 8000 | EUR 4488,33 |
| 3 Terms (Term 1, 2, 3) | NZD 12000 | EUR 6732,50 |
| 4 Terms (Term 1, 2, 3, 4) | NZD 16000 | EUR 8976,66 |
| 4 Terms (Term 3, 4, 1, 2) | NZD 16000 | EUR 8976,66 |
Tuition Fees cover: Personalised timetable choosing from wide range of subjects, at any year level; specialist Outdoor Ed programmes can be designed on request; appropriate ESOL English lessons (placement test on arrival in NZ); participation in all school events and clubs as you wish.
| Homestay Fees per week | NZD 370 | EUR 207,59 |
Please note that 1 term consists of approx. 10 weeks in school and host family. Moreover please take into account homestay fees during school breaks/holidays.
Additional Fees: School Admin; Homestay placement; if applicable: some uniform items, some subject materials, optional extra activities (e.g. Camp, Sport), sometimes airport arrangements, government levy and NCEA national examination fees. Students must have their own laptop, or hire one from the school. Adequate medical insurance is a requirement - we'll arrange for you if requested
Fees information available online: www.waitakerecollege.school.nz/international/fees
Please calculate additional costs for
Airfare approx. Euro 1600 to Euro 2200
Visa approx. Euro 250
Pocket money approx. Euro 200 to 250/month
If applicable additional health/accident/third part liability insurance
Health Insurance: mandatory
StudentSafe
Please note that the school and program description is very much reduced. All information, in particular on the fee-structure, is based on the information provided by the individual New Zealand school and is subject to change / as at: 11/2024
