As an independent school, Dio is a non-profit organisation that operates independently of government subsidies. Operating costs of the school are covered by tuition fees. All fees are stated here in New Zealand dollars and are inclusive of Goods and Services Tax of 15%. The School reserves the right to change fees at any time. Where possible, one term’s notice of the expected increase will be provided.
International tuition fees are payable in full on enrolment and prior to the commencement of the School year.
An enrolment fee is required as confirmation of acceptance of any place offered. This amount is an additional separate fee and is not offset against tuition fees. This fee is non-refundable.
The table below explains our tuition fees. Tuition fees include: Full medical and travel insurance Entry fees for NCEA (National Certificate of Educational Achievement) Initial stationery cost plus a further allowance of up to $50 during the year Photocopying/printing card credited with $50 Education Outside the Classroom costs General extra curricular activities Official school photographs Junior School after school activities - limited to one activity per term
The one off payment for a lifetime membership of our alumnae association is $700.00.
Students boarding at Innes House pay a boarding fee of $20,195 per annum. There is also a one-time setup cost of $330. If homestay is required during Exeat weekends and/or school holidays, additional costs apply, see below. Costs for 2025 are yet to be confirmed.
Yes, you can view our prospectus here
Yes, check out our virtual tour or check out our Campus Gallery or follow us on Facebook or keep up with all Dio news and success.
Yes, come along to one of our Open Days where you will be taken on a guided tour of our campus and meet some of our team. To register for our next Open Day click here.
There are many differences that set Dio apart from other schools such as our excellent academic record, our programmes in ethics and leadership which extend across all year levels, co-curricular opportunities and our Anglican character.
Find out what makes the Dio Difference.
There are numerous advantages to an all-girls education including better academic performance, greater leadership opportunities and co-curricular options. Take a look at what Principal Heather McRae highlights as the key factors.
Diocesan has received and consistently receives an excellent ERO review ranking as one of the top achieving schools in NZ. Our exam results also attest to this.
Dio graduates go on to a variety of careers and study a variety of degrees at universities both in NZ and abroad. We have graduates all over the world in the UK, America and Australia at some of the world’s best universities including Monash University, University of New South Wales, Harvard, Princeton, University of Oxford, University of Cambridge and many more.
For a more extensive list, and details on career guidance offered to students, view our careers page.