St John's Boys' College New Zealand
Each year we welcome
only 30-35 International Students from a variety of countries to join
our college of 600 boys.
Location and
Facilities
Our college is situated
adjacent to the University of Waikato (NZ) and is only one hour's drive
from Auckland International Airport. It is also less than one and a half
hours from both coasts and Rotorua. It has a wonderful gymnasium, music block, computerized library, technology blocks and up- to-date
science blocks . The Music Department operates many instrumental groups
catering for divergent interests - Concert Band, Ceildh as well as Folk
and Rock Groups.
Academic
Programme Yrs 9-13
The
New Zealand National Curriculum is taught at all levels. A great variety
of subjects are offered with multilevel subject choice, leading to all
tertiary education options eg university, polytechnic and other tertiary
providers
English language
Classes
We have qualified ESOL
teachers who assess the student on arrival and orientate them into
school programmes. Guidance and advice is given over the selection of
subjects. ESOL classes are small (maximum 12 students) and are offered
at junior and senior levels.
Student Pastoral
Care
The Dean of
International Students keeps in contact with the students on a daily
basis. International Students are catered for in their vertical tutor
groups as well
Accommodation
Homestays are the
preferred option. There are families from the St John's Catholic
Community
who welcome
international students. Many have boys attending the college. Homestay
fees are currently NZ$200 per week plus a NZ$100 placement fee.
Fees
Annual fees are NZ$12
000. These are reviewed on annual basis. This fee coves tuition and text
books but excludes public examination entry fees and personal stationery
requirements.
Application
Details
Enrolment forms, a
prospectus and relevant details are available from the school on
request.
CONTACT
Mrs. Wendy
Consedine
Address:
Dean of
International Students
P O Box 11-086
Hillcrest
Hamilton
New Zealand
Tel:(07) 856 7091
Fax:(07) 856 3880
Email:
wconsedine@stjohns-hamilton.school.nz
Website:
www.stjohns-hamilton.school.nz
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Medical and Travel
Insurance
All students are
required to have full medical and travel insurance. This is
available from the college. If insurance is arranged elsewhere
proof of insurance must be given.
Guardian:
All students must
have a local English speaking guardian who takes responsibility
for the student and looks after their visa, travel and health
needs which parents would normally manage.
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