Palmerston North Boys' High School

Founded in 1902
'Nihil Bone Sine Labore'�
'Nothing Good without Work'�

Palmerston North is a major inland city with a population of more than 75000. It is in the Lower North Island, about two hours drive from Wellington. The city is home to Massey University and is now a national centre for education and research institutions. Students in Palmerston North enjoy the city for its shopping, more than 60 restaurants, eight cinemas, a modern library, museums and well established professional theatre.

Mission Statement

Palmerston North Boys' High School will provide students of the school with an intellectual and moral training that will develop their mental powers and character by challenging, extending and motivating students at all levels in academic, sporting and cultural areas in order that they have the knowledge and skills to meet the challenges in their life beyond school.

Message from the Rector

For one hundred years Palmerston North Boys' High School has created a safe environment in which to provide a traditional education for young men. It is one of New Zealand's foremost schools in academic, sporting, music and cultural activities, enjoying regular national and international success. Palmerston North is a provincial University city and the school's ethos, based on the pursuit of personal success, is geared academically towards tertiary study

Curriculum

International students areaccepted in Years 9 to 13. Students who wish to enrol in Year 11 or higher need to have English ability at IELTS 5.0 or TOEL 450 level.
Subjects available are:
English as a Second Langauge is offered at all levels.
At Year 13 level (University Entrance)
Accounting, Art, Art History, Biology, Chemistry, Classical Studies, English, French, German, Geography, History, Horticulture, Japanese, Mathematics with Calculus, Mathematics with Statistics, Maori, Music, Physical Education, Physics and Photography.
At Year 12 level
All of the above, plus Automotive Engineering, Construction Skills, Design Technology, Transition, Drama, Electronics, Journalism, Media Studies, Mathematics
Years 11,10 and 9 follow the standard New Zealand curriculum

Extracurricular Activities
The following activities are available to all students.

Arts: Chamber Music, Choral Groups, Concert Band, Junior Drama production, Senior Drama production combined with Girls' High School, Bands, Choirs, Kapa Haka (Maori culture)

Sports: Athletics, Badminton, Basketball, Canoeing, Cricket, Cross Country, Cycling, Equestrian, Golf, Harriers, Hockey, Indoor Cricket, Indoor Hockey, Indoor Soccer, Mountain Biking, Orienteering, Outdoor Pursuits, Rugby, Shooting, Skiing, Soccer, Softball, Squash, Swimming, Table Tennis, TaeKwon Do, Tennis, Touch Rugby, Triathlon, Trampoline, Volleyball, Water Polo, Weight Training, Year 13 Mountain Trip.

General Activities: Chess Club, Christian Camp, Civil Defence, Duke of Edinburgh, Photography, Public Speaking and Debating, Science Fairs.

Fees
Application Fee NZ$150
School Fees (Per Annum) NZ$11,000
Homestay Placement fee (includes airport pick-up) NZ$150
Homestay Fees (Per Annum) NZ$8,970
($195 per week - $50 per week if away on holiday)
School Uniform, Stationery, Examination Fees (approx) NZ$1,000

There is no refund of fees except in very exceptional circumstances.

• Homestay accommodation can be arranged by the School, but if private arrangements are made, the School Homestay Co-ordinator will visit and supervise these to ensure suitability.
• Medical/travel insurance is compulsory - costing approximately NZ$600 for 12 months.
• All students must have a guardian in New Zealand.