Educational Institutions
Springbank School
Springbank School is an independent, co-educational primary and secondary school. We are situated in a peaceful rural setting in the beautiful Bay of Islands, New Zealand. Our students enjoy a safe, caring environment, with positive family values. We offer the highly-regarded International Cambridge Curriculum and we are proud of our students' high academic success. Our teachers are exceptional. Our facilities & resources are modern and future-focused. We have great cultural diversity. Our students are very welcoming and new students make friends easily. Students have the opportunity to develop strong personal and character attributes in an environment where honesty, self-belief and respect are valued. Students enjoy outdoor recreational activities such as Multisport Club, water sports and campcraft. They can participate in Athletic Academy and a large variety of sports.
Northland
Northland, New Zealand’s northern most region, is known for its stunning beaches and sunshine.
Course Details
International students are fully immersed in the New Zealand experience. All lessons are in English, with ESOL support being provided if needed. Senior students must have good spoken and written English. Our classes are small, with individual care and attention given to each student. Springbank School offers the highly-regarded International Cambridge Curriculum at all levels. At senior level this includes; Mathematics, Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Art & Design, Physical Education, Enterprise and Business Studies, Information Technology and Geography.
Year Levels and Tuition Fees 2011
Junior School:
Years 1 - 6 (5-11 years of age) $14,000
Middle School:
Years 7 - 9 (11-14 years of age) $16,000
Senior School:
Years 10 - 13 (14-18 years of age) $18,000
Additional Costs
Application Fee $200
Homestay $220 per week
Stationery, textbooks, activity and subject fees.
School Calendar (2011)
Term 1: 2 February – 15 April
Term 2: 2 May – 8 July
Term 3: 1 August – 7 October
Term 4: 25 October – 8 December
Accommodation
Springbank School is a signatory to the New Zealand Code of Practice for the Pastoral Care of International Students. International students are well cared for by the International Student Director, who liaises with your child to ensure that they are happy and comfortable in their new surroundings. The International Student Director arranges homestay accommodation, monitors the student and their homestay family and personally collects the student at the airport. Regular email contact is maintained with the student’s parents. Each international student enjoys living with an approved New Zealand family, where they will be treated like part of the family. Full accommodation and board is provided for NZ$220 per week.
Enrolment
Springbank accepts students of all ages, from preschool to Year 13. Students below the age of 11 must be accompanied by a parent. We can assist with finding a suitable home for the family while they are living in New Zealand. Each student’s academic programme is designed to suit their needs and ability and caring staff liaise closely throughout the student’s time at Springbank School.
