Papakura High School by KiwiToday Education Centre

Auckland New Zealand

“Seek the Highest” Summa Pete “Kimihia te Taumata o te Mataurang

Papakura High School • Founded in 1954. • Large state co-educational school, situated in Papakura, in south Auckland. • Surrounded by 14 hectares of park like grounds. • The roll in 2010 is approximately 1,100 students. • Very popular Auckland school renowned for specialist Arts and Hospitality programs. • Comprehensive international programme with students from Asia, India and South America. • Limit for international students of 5% of roll.

Philosophy • To emphasise continuous improvement and academic excellence. • To give all students the opportunity to reach their full potential. • To provide quality teaching within a disciplined and caring environment. • To highly value sporting, social and cultural activities .

Core Values

• A commitment to learning • Self belief and self respect • Community responsibility • Respect and concern for others

“Seek the Highest” Summa Pete “Kimihia te Taumata o te Mataurang

Auckland • NZ’s largest city: population 1.8m. • Beautiful beaches, parks, vineyards. • Average temps: winter 12c, summer 25c. • Lots of things to see & do: Theatres, cinemas, restaurants, museums etc. • Many sports available: sailing, bush walking, rugby, cricket, basketball etc. • Easy to visit other parts of NZ.

Papakura • Papakura is a suburb of Auckland. • Population of 45,000, just 35 minutes drive from Auckland city centre, 15 minutes from the International Airport. • Papakura has an Olympic pool and specialist sports academy. • Surrounded by beautiful countryside. • Close to beaches, cinemas etc. • Many activities for students to do.

What Else Can You Do At Papakura High School?

â&#x20AC;˘ A wide range of co-curricular activities are offered including: Cultural activities such as drama, cultural dance groups, debating, band, choir, theatre sports and music. Sporting activities such as rugby, netball, basketball, volleyball, soccer, hockey, softball, cricket, touch rugby, tennis, swimming, badminton. â&#x20AC;˘ International students are encouraged to take part in all areas of school life.

Where Do Students Live? • Students live in a home-stay with a New Zealand family. • This helps students to feel comfortable in a new culture and quickly improve their English. • Most homes will be a stand alone house with a garden. The student will have their own bedroom. • The student will become part of the family. • Most home-stays will have a computer. • The student will be able to walk to school or take a short bus journey.

What International Students Say About Papakura High School • “Everything is comfortable for international students, school, home-stay, everything is O.K. We love this school”. Piyaphon, Thailand • “You can make many friends from different countries”. Naoko, Japan • “I really like Papakura High School because all the teachers they are very kind to me. When I go back to my country I will tell my friends come to New Zealand to learn English in Papakura High”. Vy, Vietnam.

Excellent Facilities Papakura High School is well resourced with modern facilities to improve student learning. • • • • • • • • • •

Computer laboratories Well resourced library Drama and practical Art studios Modern science laboratories High technology audio visual and media studies room. Professional kitchen and restaurant for hospitality courses Wharenui – a meeting house. Spacious well resourced classrooms. Two gymnasiums and a fitness centre. Playing fields, tennis courts.

English Tuition

• The international department has specialist ESOL teachers. • Students English language skills are assessed on arrival. • Students receive intensive language instruction. • Students work in small groups with English teachers. • Students have access to excellent resources.

Academic Excellence • Papakura High School has highly qualified and experienced teachers in all subjects. • 80% of students sitting 4 or more Bursary subjects gained entrance to University. • Students are encouraged to be involved in national academic competitions: English, science, maths etc, • Students can start to study for a tertiary arts or hospitality qualification.

The Unique Features Of Papakura High School • Respected and caring school with a reputation for innovation and excellence. • Set in large park-like grounds close to city facilities, beaches and countryside. • Friendly supportive staff experienced with hosting international students. • High quality, fully registered teachers. • Harmonious relationships amongst a range of different cultures.

The Unique Features Of Papakura High School • International students are special and make up no more than 5% of the total roll. • Excellent academic achievement with high standards of behaviour expected of students. • High levels of staff and student involvement in co-curricular activities. • Access to the school’s outdoor education camp. • A safe culturally diverse environment.

Pastoral Care For International Students • Dedicated International Support Co-ordinator for care during school hours • International Student Manager with over 20 years experience. • Experienced Homestay Co-ordinator to provide complete care after school hours, during weekends and holidays • International student days. • Special social activities and school trips. • Extra study tuition available with full ESOL support