International Students Welcome
Our International students are part of everyday school life and enjoy friendships along the way.
“Dear International Students,
Our school has an inclusive environment and a welcoming community, with students from many different countries throughout the world.
Your time at St Heliers School will be a rewarding experience, and you will have the best possible learning opportunities. Our International Student Manager will ensure you receive high quality education and pastoral care. They will work with your class teachers to help you make friends and study in the classroom.
You will be participating in a wide and exciting variety of sporting and cultural activities.
I know you will appreciate living in the beautiful area of St Heliers Bay, with safe, clean beaches for swimming and lovely green parks for leisure activities.
I wish you every success in your studies at St Heliers School. I look forward to meeting you and following your achievements and experiences while you are enrolled at our outstanding school.
Yours sincerely ”
Why St Heliers School?
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St Heliers School is a highly regarded, successful school, located in the seaside area of St Heliers Bay, one of Auckland's most beautiful, safe, and desirable suburbs.
Our school is located just 20 minutes from the city centre of Auckland.
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We provide continuous education for students from Years 1 to 8 (5 to 13 years old).
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We stand for excellence in all areas of school life and provide high quality teaching and learning programmes.
Our school is measured against New Zealand Curriculum Levels. The latest available results are for December 2023 and are as follows:
Mathematics
88% of all students are working at or above the New Zealand Curriculum expectation for their age group
Reading
88.6 % of all students are working at or above the New Zealand Curriculum expectation for their age group
Writing
85% of all students are working at or above the New Zealand Curriculum expectation for their age group
Information about New Zealand's Curriculum Levels Update in line with Refreshed curriculum or remove until clearly defined for our school 2027
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The school values of honesty, responsibility, diligence, self-discipline, respect and care are integral to the school curriculum and are very evident in our day-to-day school community.
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The School Vision relates to the connection with our community, the vision for our students, the school values, and the school's commitment to cultural diversity, equity, and respect for all cultures.
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St Heliers School has been hosting international students since 2006 and has experience in hosting international students from all over the world.
We have a dedicated team of staff to care for our international students.
An orientation programme on arrival helps students to quickly settle into school life.
International students receive high quality pastoral care from an experienced, well-qualified specialist team.
The social and academic progress of each student is monitored carefully to ensure students are working to their potential and are happy at school and home.
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International students are placed in mainstream classes at their appropriate year level and receive specialised ESOL support, in small groups, from qualified teachers.
We are facilitation specialist ESOL classes in our purpose-designed Language Centre.
For more information email our Manager of International Students
Kate Hawkins - international@stheliers.school.nz
