Educational Institutions
Hastings Girls High School
Hastings Girls' High School was opened in 1955 and we are proud of our quality educational environment. Over its comparatively short history, our School has established fine traditions of academic achievement, cultural involvement, sporting excellence and community service. Our motto is "Akina" which originates from the New Zealand Maori language meaning to strive hard at all times through mind, body and soul, and incorporate these values into learning and life.
Hawkes Bay
Hawkes Bay’s long summer is perfect for orchards, wineries and a relaxed lifestyle.
LOCATION AND FACILITIES
Our school is very close to the Hastings city centre and a short driving distance to Napier City. Hastings and Napier are situated in the picturesque province of Hawkes Bay. School facilities include an excellent library, modern computer suite, music suite, two gymnasiums, swimming pool, science laboratories, art rooms, graphics/design room, food technology suite, spacious sports fields and a Student Support Centre, all set in seven hectares of park-like surroundings.
ACADEMIC PROGRAMME/SUBJECTS OFFERED
Our school prepares students for tertiary study offering a variety of subjects in small classes. A wide range of School Certificate, University Bursary and National Qualification Framework subjects are available. All courses are open to international students.
STUDENT WELFARE
Our Student Support Centre caters for the individual needs of students, with tuition available (if required) to improve subject performance. We value contact with other cultures and have hosted students from various countries. We are bound by and observe the Code of Practice for the Pastoral Care of International Students published by the NZ Ministry of Education. The happiness and well-being of our students is of utmost importance to us. The Director of International Students and staff in the Student Support Centre offer a caring and supportive environment to international students during their stay with us.
ACCOMMODATION
The homestay families for international students are carefully selected by the school, and we ensure a safe and caring environment in the homestay families.
FEES
Our school fees for international students are as follows (per year):- Academic Tuition Fee $NZ11,275; Accommodation $NZ10,400; Incidentals $NZ1,600 and Administration Fee $NZ500. All fees are payable in advance.
APPLICATION DETAILS
Please address all correspondence to:- The Principal, Hastings Girls' High School, P.O. Box 2441, Hastings, New Zealand. Further information including a prospectus and enrolment forms are available on request. We encourage you to view our website on www.hastingsgirls.com and we look forward to welcoming your daughter to our school.
Years of entry for overseas students: Years 9-13
Religion: Secular
Student Roll: 800
Email: [email protected]
Principal: Mrs Geraldine Travers
Director of International Students: Mrs Jillian Frizzell
