Burnside High School

ACCOMMODATION

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

As Burnside High School is a signatory to the Code of Practice for the Pastoral Care of International Students, it is a requirement that International Students live in a family home, not in a flat or boarding house.

Our homestay co-ordinator will find suitable homestay accommodation for students.

Students who have the school’s permission may arrange private board with friends or family living in Christchurch.

International students applying for entry must be able to demonstrate a positive attitude towards their studies, and a good level of academic achievement in their own countries. Students must be prepared to be fully involved in the cultural, sporting and social life of the school. Burnside High School is proud of the achievements of our international students and we encourage each and every one to achieve to the best of their ability while they study with us.

Auckland NORTH ISLAND

Nelson

Rotorua

Wellington

SOUTH ISLAND

CHRISTCHURCH Queenstown Dunedin

Burnside High School has agreed to observe and be bound by the Code of Practice for the Pastoral Care of International Students published by the Minister of Education. Copies of the Code are available on request from this institution or from the New Zealand Ministry of Education website at http://www.minedu.govt.nz

BURNSIDE HIGH SCHOOL Greers Road, PO Box 29 677 Christchurch 8540, New Zealand Telephone: +64 3 358 8383 Fax: +64 3 358 8380 Email: admin@burnside.school.nz Website: www.burnside.school.nz

BURNSIDE HIGH SCHOOL

international students

CHRISTCHURCH, NEW ZEALAND

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emphasis on individuals and achievement At Burnside High School we place an emphasis on individuals, and on achievement.

We give international students many opportunities, and encourage them to take full advantage of what is offered.

BURNSIDE HIGH SCHOOL 

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One of the largest schools in New Zealand, with over 2600 students.

CHRISTCHURCH

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Recognised as a top academic school.

Quality teaching using excellent facilities set in a spacious environment.

10 minutes from Christchurch International Airport, University of Canterbury and major shopping centres.

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Second largest city in New Zealand with 400,000 people.

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Friendly people who will make you feel welcome. 

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Renowned nationally and internationally for its outstanding music and art programmes and results.

Multi-cultural, with students from over 50 countries.

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Come to our beautiful, lively Garden City.

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600 parks covering 6000 hectares. Public and private gardens are wonderful in spring, summer and autumn.

Modern, exciting shopping malls in the city and suburbs — prices are very competitive.

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Museums, Antarctic Centre, big musical shows, nightly theatre.

THE RIGHT ENVIRONMENT Burnside High School has a very attractive campus of 16.2 hectares (40 acres) with trees, gardens, courtyards and expansive sports fields.

Our buildings are functional, modern, and well maintained with specialist rooms for most subjects.

Hosts hundreds of international students in its schools, language centres, Polytechnic and College of Education.

Enthusiastic staff coach a wide range of sport and assist with cultural activities which complement our students’ academic pursuits and achievements.

Two world class Universities, Canterbury and Lincoln, renowned for their Engineering and Agricultural programmes respectively.

AN EDUCATION OVERVIEW

Beaches, rivers, mountains, ski fields, forests and farms all very close.

Burnside High School attracts many students who are academically very able.

The school has a focus on achievement and success in academic programmes.

Every type of European and Asian food you can imagine.

A major advantage of being a large school is that we are able to offer a wide range of subject options.

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Our innovative subject programmes lead, progressively, to senior levels where students are prepared for entry to University. At the same time we also cater for students with talents in other areas. We encourage all students to discover their talents, and to develop them to their full potential.

The academic achievements of students at Burnside High School are the envy of other schools and students throughout New Zealand.

Each year Burnside High School is amongst the leading schools in examination results.

SUPPORT SYSTEMS FOR STUDENTS The happiness, safety and satisfaction of our students is of great importance to us.

We place a strong emphasis on ensuring that students enjoy their experience in Christchurch and that parents are confident of the safety of

their children. We have an excellent support system in place to provide education, career and personal guidance for students.

Graduates are accepted to Universities and tertiary courses all over the world — New Zealand, England, USA, Australia as well as students’ own countries.

ESOL

Students can become international leaders or academic tutors within the department.

Available from Year 9–Year 13.

Small classes are taught by expert, caring teachers.

Full time intensive ESOL classes for students who have lower English levels.

Junior withdrawal classes for students who need extra ESOL help.

Students can study English at different levels to suit their ability.

THE INTERNATIONAL DEPARTMENT A team of 5 full time staff.

More than 1500 graduates in the past 10 years.

Excellent academic pass rates for international students in national qualifications.

Quality homestay accommodation and supervision.

Extra-curricular activities organised by the students and international team.

Thorough Orientation Programme and course selection process for students on arrival in Christchurch.

We pride ourselves on our excellent international program. We develop strong relationships with our students, their families and agents and work together so our students are not only successful academically, but learn to become independent, mature and confident individuals.

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