Kerikeri High School
About Kerikeri High School
Kerikeri High School is a culturally diverse and innovative co-educational secondary school set on expansive grounds and a two-minute walk to Kerikeri town centre. There are 1,600 students, usually 80 of which are international students from all around the world including, Brazil, Chile, Mexico, Colombia, Germany, Italy, France, Spain, Norway, Denmark, Switzerland, Belgium Japan, Thailand, and China.
The academic opportunities at Kerikeri High School include achievement in the National Certificate in Educational Achievement (NCEA) as well as additional specialised subject competitions. International students are English tested during our arrival Orientation Programme and placed into either ESOL or mainstream English. The ESOL Department offers English language support to international students across the entire school curriculum. In addition to the academic subjects, we offer a wide range of practical subjects such as Outdoor Education, Technology, Hospitality, Performing Arts and Visual Arts.
Kerikeri High School has over 40 different sports available during the academic year including sailing, mountain biking, soccer (football), rugby, basketball, volleyball, athletics, swimming, cross country running, triathlon, tennis, hockey,
and netball to name some of them. International students are encouraged to trial out for a place in the team alongside the Kiwi students.
International students are also encouraged to participate in clubs and social activities at school including Kapa Haka (Māori culture group), music and bands, drama productions, debating, SAVE Environmental Group and Duke of Edinburgh tramps as well as our formal senior school ball. Getting involved in a club is a great way to make new friends and become part of our community.
International students enrolled at Kerikeri High School can choose to take part in one of our Academic Plus Programmes; Sailing, Surfing or Equestrian. Students doing these programmes will study regular classes Monday – Thursdays and on Fridays they will be participating in their chosen Academy. The additional cost of these programmes includes professional coaching, equipment, and transport.
Students live with local host families enjoying a “Kiwi family experience”. Kerikeri High School has welcomed international students for 26 years, we have a dedicated caring International Department team with an “open door” policy offering 24/7 support to our international students and host families.
Kerikeri is in the beautiful Bay of Islands, it has a population of around 10,000 and is home to a vibrant and diverse community. It is known for its clean, green, safe environment and outdoor lifestyle with access to lots of beaches and coastline for sailing, surfing, kayaking, scuba diving, swimming, and fishing as well as native forests with great walks and picturesque waterfalls. The town has three sports complexes and multiple fitness centres as well as a movie theatre and many cafes.
Students arriving at Auckland International Airport will be assisted by us to transfer to the Domestic terminal for a 45-minute domestic flight to Kerikeri. Arriving in Kerikeri they will be warmly welcomed by their host family.
Location:
Kerikeri – North Island, New Zelândia
Programme:
High School
Course Duration:
1 to 4 Terms
Uniform:
Compulsory
Accommodation:
Homestay
TYPE OF SCHOOL: Co-educational, public.
SCHOOL LEVEL: 9-13 years
NO. OF STUDENTS: 1500+
TERMS:
T1 – 3 February – 11 April
T2 – 28 April – 27 June
T3 – 14 July – 19 September
T4 – 6 October – 28 November
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