Educational Institutions
New Plymouth Girls' High School
New Plymouth Girls' High School is a state girls' secondary school. New Plymouth Girls' High School is a school which equips students with the thinking and interpersonal skills needed in the 21st century,building on over a century of tradition in preparing young women for life and study beyond school.
Taranaki
Taranaki is one of New Zealand’s most scenic regions, and has a strong arts scene.
Why New Plymouth Girls’ High School?
- High academic standards e.g. in 2007 - 27 NZ Scholarships earned, Young Enterprise Scheme national award winners and national winners of the Reserve Bank Monetary Challenge.
- Excellent reputation in New Zealand and abroad. Top ERO report presented in 2007.
- 140 bed modern on-site Hostel recommended to international students in their first year away from home (longer if parents require). Quality home stays also available.
- A wide range of extra -curricular sporting and cultural activities offered. High achievement nationally in all areas. Sport, Music, Art, Dance and Drama are “Centres of Excellence” in the school.
- Situated in small town with excellent amenities but few “big City” temptations. Small Asian population so ample opportunity to speak and master English.
- Strong links with all universities (Massey, Victoria, Waikato, Auckland, Canterbury, and Otago). NPGHS students are favoured for hostel places.
- Small number of international students. International students are highly valued for the variety, richness and diversity they bring to the school. Excellent pastoral care in accordance with NZ Government Code of Practice. Special reception class for new international students who are linked to NZ students as mentors and friends.
- Attractive spacious grounds. Fully networked, well-equipped classrooms and specialist areas e.g. two gymnasia, two drama suites and a music suite.
- International students are an important part of the school student leadership team which has real status in the school. Leaders are advocates for international students and organise regular social activities for them that link them with local students.
- Generous ESOL provision within school curriculum and extra language support available where required.
