"Studying at Avondale College has given me the opportunity to make friends from all around the world."
- MARIA, BRAZIL
WHY CHOOSE AVONDALE COLLEGE?
ACADEMIC EXCELLENCE
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NCEA & Cambridge International (CAIE) courses & university pathways
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Specialised guidance for students to gain top marks for entry to University
ACCELERATE PROGRAMME FOR GIFTED STUDENTS (ask about our International Scholarships!)
HIGHLY QUALIFIED TEACHERS
A TOP PERFORMING ARTS SCHOOL
#1 IN NZ FOR COMPUTING QUALIFICATIONS
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New Zealand's leading provider of professional IT qualifications
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Top NZ School in NZ Microsoft Office Specialist Championships
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Microsoft World Champion in PowerPoint, out of 760,000 students worldwide
FLEXIBLE PROGRAMMES
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Personalised courses that meet your convalidation requirements [Norway, Japan, Mexico, Thailand, Germany, Italy]
VARYING STUDY DURATIONS (3 MONTHS UP TO 5 YEARS)
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We have an intake at the start of each new school term (late January, late April, Mid July and Mid October)
OUTDOOR EDUCATION CLASSES AND SCHOOL CAMP AT MT RUAPEHU
WEEKEND & HOLIDAY TRIP OPTIONS
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Hobbiton, Bay of Islands, Skiing, South Island, Australia, Fiji and more!
SUPERB CAMPUS
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10 minutes from the Auckland CBD
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Close to two large malls
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120 modern classrooms, 2 gymnasiums, 2 dance studios and a sprawling 26 acre campus.
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Specialist Performing Arts Centre plus Technology Centre
CARING INTERNATIONAL STAFF
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6 International Staff
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24/7 pastoral care - cultural integration, academic, activity programmes, homestay support
WHY CHOOSE NEW ZEALAND?
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New Zealand is a modern English speaking country with an internationally recognised high standard of education
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It has a safe environment with a healthy climate.
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New Zealand’s economy is strong, with a low level of unemployment and a high standard of living.
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Students are able to also have part-time jobs while studying (up to 20 hours per week), by applying to modify their visa on arrival and with permission of the school and parents.
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There is the opportunity to meet other international students from South America, European and south-east Asian countries while experiencing New Zealand “kiwi” and other cultures.
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New Zealand is close to the beautiful Pacific Islands and Polynesian cultures.
PASTORAL CARE OF STUDENTS
We have been hosting international students at Avondale College for over 30 years. All school staff are involved in making our students’ experience as positive and beneficial as possible.
Students are placed into a Year Level homeroom class, each of which has a Dean and Assistant Dean to support them. Counsellors are available for students who need confidential advice.
CODE OF PRACTICE FOR INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS
The Code of Practice for the Pastoral Care of International Students provides schools with a framework for the care and support of students.
Follow this link for the Guidelines for Code of Practice for International Students
IMMIGRATION AND INSURANCE
IMMIGRATION
Full details of immigration requirements, advice on rights to employment in New Zealand while studying, and reporting requirements are available from Immigration New Zealand, and can be viewed on their website at www.immigration.govt.nz.
ELIGIBILITY FOR HEALTH SERVICES
Most international students are not entitled to publicly funded health services while in New Zealand. If you receive medical treatment during your visit, you may be liable for the full costs of that treatment. Full details on entitlements to publicly funded health services are available through the Ministry of Health, and can be viewed on their website at www.moh.govt.nz.
ACCIDENT INSURANCE
The Accident Compensation Corporation provides accident insurance for all New Zealand citizens, residents, and temporary visitors to New Zealand, but you may still be liable for all other medical and related costs. Further information can be viewed on the ACC website at www.acc.co.nz.
MEDICAL AND TRAVEL INSURANCE
International students (including group students) must have appropriate and current medical and travel insurance while in New Zealand.