International Students
We welcome International students as part of our School Community. International students enhance the learning environment of our school, providing a valuable cultural student mix.
Diocesan School for Girls provides comprehensive care for our international students through our International Pastoral Care Team, co-ordinated by the International Students’ Director. At the beginning of the academic year international students participate in a comprehensive orientation programme designed to familiarise them with the school environment and to help them understand school expectations.
International students are integrated into regular classes, across Years 7 - 13 and where appropriate, receive extra support in particular subjects. The Centre for Enhanced Learning team assesses students and provides ESOL teaching, either individually or in small groups, during class time where necessary.
Admissions Process
For full details on admission requirements for International students. Click here to download an International Student Application Form. The application form, a photocopy of the student's passport, copy of the student's birth certificate, certified school reports, references and certificates are required to make application. Please refer to the International Student Application Form for full details.
Entry Criteria
International students are tested and interviewed. Suitability of this school and study options for the student are discussed at the interview. Please refer to the International Student Application Form for full details.
Student Placement
On acceptance and in consultation with the student, students are placed at an appropriate academic level. This placement is determined by the student’s academic ability, course content previously covered and age.
International students are integrated into regular classes and where appropriate receive extra support in particular subjects. The Centre for the Enhancement of Learning (CEL) team assesses students and provides English as a Second Language (ESOL) teaching.
Please refer to the International Student Application Form for full details.
Qualifications
Students at Diocesan School for Girls study towards the National Certificate of Educational Achievement (NCEA). The NCEA is New Zealand's main secondary school qualification under the National Qualifications Framework (NQF).
Diocesan also offers the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme. For more information, click here.
Fees
Registration Fee
A registration fee of NZ$200.00 is required with each application. This fee is non-refundable.
Enrolment Fee
An enrolment fee is required as confirmation of acceptance of any place offered. This fee is NZ$2,250.00. This fee is non-refundable.
Tuition Fees
The International Tuition Fee for 2011 is NZ$29,750.00 per annum and covers:
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Initial stationery requirements plus a further stationery allowance of up to NZ$50.00 |
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Costs of the student participating in 'Education Outside the Classroom' |
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General extra curricular activities e.g. sport |
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Photocopying card credited with NZ$5.00 |
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Entry fees for National Certificate of Educational Achievement (NCEA) |
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Full medical and travel insurance |
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School official photographs |
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A credit of NZD$50.00 towards printing charges |
The International Tuition Fee does NOT cover the cost of:
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Private Speech or Music tuition |
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Laptops and any related computer costs |
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Student Visa and Permit requirement costs |
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Class materials in excess of those mentioned above |
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Uniform items (school and sport) |
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Optional activities (costs will be advised in advance) |
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Scholarship entry fees |
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Entry fees for International Baccalaureate Diploma (IB) |
Approximate uniform costs are as follows:
| Junior High School (Years 7-10): |
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Summer NZ$800.00 |
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Winter NZ$800.00 |
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Physical Education NZ$150.00 |
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| Senior School (Years 11-13): |
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The same uniform is worn all year NZ$800.00 |
Fee Refund Policy
Refunds may be granted at the discretion of the Board of Governors in exceptional circumstances.
Fee Protection
International students have an insurance cover approved by the School. This ensures that student fees can be refunded if the School becomes unable to continue to deliver courses to international students.
Code of Practice
Diocesan School for Girls has been accepted as a signatory and has agreed to observe and be bound by the Code of Practice for the Pastoral Care of International Students published by the Ministry of Education. Copies of the Code are available on request from the School or from the New Zealand Ministry of Education website at www.minedu.govt.nz.
Full details regarding International Students are contained within the application form. Please return to the top of this page and download the pdf to view all relevant information.
For any further information please contact our Director of International Students, Mrs Ailene Kruger.