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Glenfield - The Centre of the North Shore The North Shore is very well-resourced with amenities such as leisure centres, swimming pools, libraries, parks and places to enjoy its natural assets such as golfing ranges, boating and sporting clubs. There are large shopping centres with bus
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services into Auckland City. The North Shore has two major universities and a number of other tertiary education establishments. Many of its secondary schools enjoy excellent reputations. Within Glenfield itself, there are many amenities of interest for 10 -14 year olds. Many international students use the Glenfield Leisure Centre just five minutes away from Glenfield Intermediate School. It has a well-resourced gymnasium and excellent swimming pool. The Leisure Centre is next door to a large shopping mall with shops and cafes much visited by students.
Code of Practice—Glenfield Intermediate School 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 from the school or from the Ministry of Education’s website at www.minedu.govt.nz/goto/international
Glenfield Intermediate School 138 Chivalry Road, Glenfield, Auckland 0629, New Zealand Telephone: 0064-9-4446582 Facsimile: 0064-9-4434528 Email: enquiries@glenfieldint.school.nz www.glenfieldint.ultranet.school.nz
GLENFIELD INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL
S T U D E N T S
At Glenfield Intermediate School we :
The Structure of the School Year
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comply with the Code of Practice for the Pastoral Care of International Students combine academic subject with the arts, life skills and outdoor activities include lots of hands-on activities and various types of technology have flexible timetables that allow students to remain with one teacher for longer periods of time
The school year is divided into four terms of approximately nine or ten weeks. At the end of each of the first three terms (February until September), there is a break of two weeks holiday. After the last term (October until December), students receive a final report and a long holiday of at least six weeks. Terms and holiday dates vary each year.
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incorporate the teaching of literacy as part of the on-going curriculum teach and encourage students to ask and answer higher level questions and to think for themselves allow students to show what they know in a variety of ways
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differentiate the curriculum so students can work according to their ability foster a sense of student participation and responsibility have a pastoral care programme where international students have direct ongoing contact with an adult encourage both international and kiwi students to work together and to develop friendships provide opportunities for involvement in extra curricular activities provide in-depth ESOL classes and bilingual support provide a comprehensive reporting package to support the students re-integration into their own education system provide a comprehensive supportive homestay programme have a dedicated international team who monitor the students’ learning and wellbeing
Opportunities Outside the Classroom In New Zealand there is an emphasis upon a broad education. This includes high quality academic learning as the first priority, with cultural, sporting and social opportunities as other important parts of a school day. New Zealand schools have many opportunities outside the classroom to foster abilities in sporting and cultural spheres to promote fitness and health, and to develop inter-personal skills, such as, trust and learning to work in teams. Glenfield Intermediate School has excellent fitness facilities such as a gym, dance room, playing fields and tennis and netball courts. We have a Head of Sport who organises teams for a variety of sports. Cultural pursuits are popular at Glenfield Intermediate School. Students can undertake individual instrumental music tuition through the music school or they can work with other students in groups, such as, bands or dance and drama groups. There is also a strong cultural aspect within the school in the form of traditional Maori and Pasifika music and dance groups
The Homestay Experience An important facet of an international student’s stay in New Zealand is their homestay experience. Glenfield Intermediate School will ensure a student’s stay is comfortable, happy and positive. The staff in the International Student Department at Glenfield Intermediate takes great care to place students appropriately. Glenfield Intermediate School homestay families are experienced at hosting students. They know how to deal with students new to New Zealand, and understand problems they must overcome, such as homesickness, language difficulties and learning to live in a different culture. All homestay families are thoroughly assessed before a student is placed with them and parents can feel confident that their children will be well looked after and safe during their stay in New Zealand. The International Student Department has the welfare and progress of each international student as its primary goals. It maintains a communication flow with both the student’s parents, agent and the homestay family.
The School Day In each school day there are three blocks. The school day starts at 8.45am and finishes at 3pm. At Glenfield Intermediate School, a dedicated professional team of staff are committed to the pastoral care and academic learning of each student. We are very aware of the trust placed in us by parents. Glenfield Intermediate School provides a safe environment and regular communication is maintained with parents and agents. Glenfield Intermediate School has it own English Language School on site, so if necessary students can improve their own English proficiency in an intensive programme before entering mainstream classes. Our aim is to give each student the very best programme tailored to their individual needs
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 http://www.moh.govt.nz
Dear Parents, Caregivers & Students I would like to take this opportunity to extend to you a very warm welcome and present you with the Glenfield Intermediate School prospectus. Our school, established in 1972, has a special place in the Glenfield community. It has a proven record of supporting individual students with their academic learning and providing opportunities in sporting and cultural activities. At Glenfield Intermediate School our students develop the skills and dispositions to enable them to be independent learners who have the capability to take responsibility for their own learning and develop their talents. We acknowledge that our students need a unique school structure because they are going through a unique period of growth and development. Glenfield Intermediate School is dedicated to providing for the social and emotional needs of our students within a group setting as well as encouraging innovation in curriculum and instruction. Our learning community provides our students with:
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 http://www.acc.co.nz
Medical and Travel Insurance International students must have appropriate and current medical and travel insurance while studying in New Zealand
ERO COMMENTS ‘A inclusive culture that celebrates diversity and supports the learning of all students is evident in the school. Students are friendly, highly motivated and engage well in the learning process.
curriculum that is relevant, challenging, integrative and exploratory multiple learning and teaching approaches that respond to their diversity assessment and evaluation programmes that promote quality learning, organisational structures that support meaningful relationships and learning school-wide efforts and policies that foster health, wellness and safety and peace of mind for parents multi faceted guidance and support serviced Including bilingual support
We are focused on ensuring our International Students:
establish a strong foundation in literacy develop a repertoire of higher level thinking skills develop effective social and cooperative skills gain a strong sense of cultural identity, belonging, contribution and well-being are active participants in their own learning valuing their own skills, achievements and abilities
Teachers are well prepared and teaching practices across the school are consistently of a high quality.
The school has a very effective leadership at many levels
Glenfield Intermediate School offers international students a unique opportunity to develop their skills and talents and is well positioned to support them as they learn the skills already learnt in their own learning environment
Glenfield Intermediate School is a signatory to the Code of Practice for Pastoral Care of International Students It provides its International students with a very good standard of education
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The school acknowledges the importance of engaging families in the education of our international students by offering a range of opportunities for communication. I look forward to meeting you personally during your child’s time with us, and if you have any queries please do not hesitate to make an appointment to speak with me. Kia kotahi te hoe - May the paddling be in unison Raewyn Matthys-Morris PGDip SM, MEdLM Principal