Upper Hutt College

International students make up a maximum of 5% of the college's roll. At present, there are students fromBrazil, China, Germany,Japan, Hong Kong,Thailand, Vietnamin the school.

Course Details

The college offers programmes for Year 9-13 students. Students can enter for national examinations or qualifications at each of Years 11, 12 and 13. Students can also sit TOEFL and IELTS examinations as part of their ESOL programme. Uper Hutt College has always had very good results in the national examinations. All international students are offered extra ESOL classes to support their other subjects. Upper Hutt College welcomes students for short stay visits as well as long term students.

Academic Year

The college operates the normal secondary school year -early February tomid December. Students are accepted at any stage during the year, provided there are still places available.

Tuition Fees

Including GST and Ministry of Education levy, the tuition fee is NZ$10,000 in 2006. All students pay for their own stationery, exam entry fees and field trips. They must have insurance, which can be purchased through the school. Students in Year 9-12 wear uniform which costs about $400. New enrolments pay a registration fee of NZ$550.

Facilities and Services

The college is a medium sized, attractive college which offers a large number of opportunities to students. A wide range of subjects, excellent facilities, highly skilled staff and a positive learning environment all combine to make a college which prides itself on high academic success, close pastoral care and keen participation in a range of sports and cultural activities.
All students have open access to the services of the college's Guidance Counsellor, Careers Adviser, Deans and senior staff. Agents or parents are contacted if there are any concerns about a student's wellbeing. The school aims to make the students feel as comfortable and secure as they can while they are away from home and offers easy access to fax and email to help them stay in contact with their families.
Students take part in activities such as kayaking, netball, rugby, badminton, basketball, hockey, dragonboating and tennis. They can also join rock bands, concert bands, debating teams, the school production or the fashion parade.

Contact

Hamish Davidson, Deputy Principal
Director of International Education.