High School Program in New Zealand (15 to 18 years old)

  New Zealand

• Auckland: 
Auckland

Durations of Program: 3-6 months and 7-12 months
Dates: From July to December

Description: New Zealand is home to extreme sports, spectacular scenery, friendly people, world class education.
Combine all of these faces of one small country and you have the destination of a life time for high school students. The college is located on the northern edge of the greater Auckland city which has a population approximately 1.75 million. The school is about 45 minutes by bus from the central city and 10 minutes walk from the beautiful beach. The local village is 5 minutes walk away.

The academic year runs from February to December, with a two week vacation in July between semesters. There is also a two week vacation around Easter and again in late September/ October. Classes finish for senior students about 10th - 12th November because local students take national exams from that date. We can also organize semester programs in New Zealand.

Accommodation is provided in host families. The family will do their best to make you feel comfortable but you will have to be prepared to make some adjustments too to fit into the family. The student can expect three meals a day (a packed lunch is taken to school, made by the student) and snacks.

The program is open to students aged 15 to 18 years old.

Highlights: The school offers high quality academic programmes, exciting sporting and performing arts opportunities and outstanding facilities. The College is a highly regarded decile 10 co-educational secondary school in the northern East Coast Bays of Auckland's North Shore. With attractive grounds overlooking the Hauraki Gulf it is close to the exciting Albany Basin which features Massey University, high tech industry and burgeoning commercial and recreational development. The College has programmes and facilities which are equal to the best schools in New Zealand. The campus is currently undergoing major refurbishment and new building development to cater for the rapidly growing roll.

The College emphasizes excellence in learning, relationships and opportunities in a high quality physical and emotional environment. They enjoy a national reputation for achievement in graphics, technology and the arts and our students consistently score above national means in New Zealand qualifications. They have a proud record of regional and national success in individual and team sports. Service and leadership activities, with students of different ages working together, are a vital part of College life.

The College has a wide choice of academic and vocational subjects with highly trained and qualified teachers who prepare students well for national qualifications, for places in tertiary institutions and for employment. Courses are innovative and are designed to meet individual needs as well as respond to a changing society. Initiative and creativity are hallmarks of the school's development. We provide a friendly, safe and caring environment where respectful relationships are expected and traditional values are fostered. A strong network of specialist staff and trained peer support student leaders provides a quality service to students and their families.

The College provides high quality facilities and resources to support effective teaching and learning. Some of the facilities provided are:

- International Student Centre
- English as a Second Language Suite
- Nine Computer Suites
- Arts and Design Studios
- Auditorium
- Canteen
- Careers Centre
- Climbing Wall
- Computers in every classroom
- Dance Studio
- Function Centre
- Graphics Suites
- Guidance Suite
- Gymnasium
- Learning Support Centre
- Library
- Performing Arts Studios
- Science Centre
- Sheltered Courtyards
- Sports Grounds
- Sportworks Fitness Centre
- Student Centre
- Technology Workshops

Sporting and Recreation activities include: Athletics , Badminton, Basketball, Canoe Polo, Cricket, Climbing, Curling, Cycling, Dragon Boating, Duathlon, Equestrian, Golf, Gymnastics, Hockey, Kayaking, Martial Arts, Netball, Outdoor Pursuits, Personal Training, Rugby, Rugby League, Skiing, Snowboarding, Soccer, Softball, Special Olympics, Squash, Surfing, Swimming, Table Tennis, Tennis, Touch Rugby, Triathlon, Volleyball, Water Polo, Yachting.

Cost in US$: From 7400 euros (semester)

This Program is open to American, Australian, Canadian, European, South African and Worldwide Participants.

Participants Travel to New Zealand Independently

Application Process Involves:

• In-Person Interview when Feasible
• Phone Interview
• Physical Exam/Health Records
• Transcript
• Written Application

Post-Program Services Include:

• Job and Internship Network

Nacel International's Mission Statement: No one learns the same way. No one has the same level. No one has the same goal. Nacel International proposes a large variety of stays abroad, which will help you to develop your personality. Their goal was to provide opportunities for students to extend language learning and knowledge of another culture through a well-organized and affordable summer program. These programs bring people together enhancing cultural and linguistic awareness and to promote international friendship and harmony.

Year Founded: 1957