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IB Boarding School in Auckland, New Zealand
Auckland International College:
Established in 2003, Auckland International College is a New Zealand independent day and boarding school which offers a specialised 3-year senior secondary school education. The specific focus of the school is to prepare students for entry to top universities worldwide. As an IB World School it is the only NZ school to offer the International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma exclusively.
IB Diploma Programme (Year 12 & 13):
The IB Diploma Programme was created to provide a high school leaving qualification which would enable students to gain entry into universities throughout the world. It is a demanding course designed for able students aged 16-19 years. While highly academic, the programme aims to educate the whole person, helping students to become independent, caring and critical thinkers. Through the ‘CAS’ programme, all students must give their time to provide service to others in the community.
Student performance is graded according to criteria which are moderated internationally and consistent across all IB schools throughout the world. The broad concept of the IB curriculum ensures that students develop a well-rounded understanding, with each student selecting one subject from each of the groups shown in the hexagon diagram below.
Preparation Year Programme for IB Diploma (Year 11):
- Designed to prepare students with the knowledge and skills needed for the IB Diploma in Years 12 and 13
- Each student studies all subject areas in order to be able to make an informed and appropriate choice of subjects for the IB Diploma
- The programme consists of Literature, Language ( either Japanese, Chinese, French or English), Sciences, Mathematics, Global Studies (Economics, History and Geography), Computer Science, Art, Creativity Service and Health, Research Project and SAT Preparation.
PSAT, SAT & ACT Testing:
At AIC we understand how important standardised tests (PSAT/SAT/ACT) can be when applying to universities in the United States. We provide advice and assistance with SAT preparation, and we make practice tests available for students who want to gain experience in test-like conditions.
Our university entrance preparation programme offers specialist university counsellors, SAT preparation and interview coaching, giving AIC students the best preparation for the top universities. Our students have the additional advantage of going to a school that is also a test centre for the PSAT and four of the seven possible SAT test dates. We are also Auckland’s only ACT test centre.
Address:
37 Heaphy Street, Blockhouse Bay, Auckland, New Zealand
Medbury School, Christchurch
Courses / Programs
Medbury School is recognised by parents and educators as one of Australasia’s leading private primary schools for the education of boys from Years 1 to 8 (ages 5-13). Located in Christchurch, New Zealand, the preparatory school is both a day and boarding school.Our vision is to ‘Unlock Every Boy’s Potential', which is achieved by having personalised learning programmes and a world class delivery of the curriculum, underpinned with a strong set of traditional Christian values.
At Medbury, we know what it takes to make the boys happy and how to unlock their true potential. Medbury School has an outstanding history of educational, cultural and sporting excellence and provides and environment where boys thrive, guided by firm boundaries, clearly defined requirements, and exceptional peer support. International Boarding at Medbury provides an entry into an exciting and welcoming extended family.
Day & Boarding School Curriculum for Boys Ages 5-13 (Years 1-8)
- Our curriculum framework consists of 7 Essential Learning Areas: Languages; mathematics; science; technology; social sciences; the arts; health and physical education.
- Medbury School offers a broad curriculum within this framework with a personalised learning programme to ensure every boy's potential is realised.
- Our curriculum framework consists of 7 Essential Learning Areas: Languages; mathematics; science; technology; social sciences; the arts; health and physical education.
- Medbury School offers a broad curriculum within this framework with a personalised learning programme to ensure every boy's potential is realised.
Rangi Ruru
Courses / Programs
Located in Christchurch, New Zealand, this is a boarding and day school of the highest quality. Rangi Ruru Girls' School is one of New Zealand's top achieving schools, offering independent Intermediate (Year 7 and 8) and Secondary (Years 9 to 13) education for Day and Boarding students. New Zealand's national qualification for secondary school learners is the National Certificate of Educational Achievement - NCEA. Internatonal students are welcome. International students who do not have English as their first language will usually be asked to sit an assessment test in Christchurch, to determine whether they are ready to study in mainstream classes. All international students are mainstreamed and they must have the English skills to cope with classroom and homework tasks. Note: Entry to senior classes (Years 11-13) requires a higher level of English than entry to junior classes.
The NZ curriculum framework consists of 7 Essential Learning Areas: languages; mathematics; science; technology; social sciences; the arts; health and physical education. Rangi Ruru offers a wide range of curriculum choices within this framework. These include music, photography, graphic design, theatre arts; thinking skills; dance; drama; design and technology; fashion, fabric & design; media studies and computer technology.
EduKick - Football / Soccer Boarding Schools & Programs
Courses / Programs
EduKick is a leading worldwide soccer / football organization that provides international football academies, academic year soccer boarding schools, monthly & summer camps in the UK / England, Spain, Italy, France, Germany, Mexico and the U.S.Our soccer boarding schools & educational programs aim to equip young student soccer players (boys & girls) for life’s challenges in a way no other experience can.
As well as being prepared for a competitive international soccer environment, our students also have the opportunity to learn a deep appreciation for a new language and culture.
EduKick believe that living, studying and training in a foreign country is an invaluable experience that a player will never forget and the benefits of such an experience will be embedded positively into that individual for the rest of his or her life.
As professionals, soccer fanatics and fathers, EduKick's founders wanted to create a program that instilled a sense of independence and pride in students for having experienced international travel, structured language study, cultural excursions, and professional soccer training.
Student Testimonial:
“I thought the EduKick camp was amazing! I got to meet lots of new people. The soccer training and both of the full day excursions were fantastic! Thanks for the great experience.”
- Lucas, age 13
EduKick UK (Manchester)
- Academic Year-long Football Studies
- Short-term Soccer Boarding Programs
EduKick Spain (Madrid)
- Academic Year-long Football Studies Program
- Soccer Academy for Girls
- Summer Soccer Camp
EduKick Italy (Perugia)
- Academic / 1-month Soccer Boarding Program
EduKick France (Cannes)
- Academic year or half-year program for boys & girls ages 13+
Edukick Germany (Bonn)
- 3 month & 1 month Football + German language study
- 11-month High School Football Academy
Edukick USA (Illinois)
- Academic-year soccer boarding school (ages 16-19)
- Academic Year-long Football Studies
- Short-term Soccer Boarding Programs
EduKick Spain (Madrid)
- Academic Year-long Football Studies Program
- Soccer Academy for Girls
- Summer Soccer Camp
EduKick Italy (Perugia)
- Academic / 1-month Soccer Boarding Program
EduKick France (Cannes)
- Academic year or half-year program for boys & girls ages 13+
Edukick Germany (Bonn)
- 3 month & 1 month Football + German language study
- 11-month High School Football Academy
Edukick USA (Illinois)
- Academic-year soccer boarding school (ages 16-19)
Longburn Adventist College, Palmerston North
Courses / Programs
Longburn Adventist College (LAC) is a Christian school with Christian family values. We provide a comprehensive programme for Year 7 to 13 within an integrated co-educational day and boarding school setting.Established in 1908, it is a state integrated school offering Christian education to intermediate and senior aged students from age 12 to 18 (junior secondary to Year 13 high school). LAC is situated in Longburn near Palmerston North on the North Island of New Zealand, 2 hours north of Wellington. LAC offers education to local day students, 5-day / week boarding, 7-day / permanent boarding and international students.
LAC offers education to Christian children who attend church regularly (either them or their parents). Students are selected by a preference system during their enrollment selection process to abide by the agreement between NZ State Integration Authorities and the Seventh Day Adventist Church.
Academic subjects include:
Agriculture, Art, Bible, Building Construction, Biology, Calculus, Chemistry, Classical Studies, Computing, Economics, English, Geography, Hospitality, Japanese, Mathematics, Music, Photography, Statistics, Te Reo Māori, Tourism and Woodwork
Agriculture, Art, Bible, Building Construction, Biology, Calculus, Chemistry, Classical Studies, Computing, Economics, English, Geography, Hospitality, Japanese, Mathematics, Music, Photography, Statistics, Te Reo Māori, Tourism and Woodwork
ACS Cobham International School, Surrey
Courses / Programs
Located in Cobham, Surrey, southeast England, 20 miles (32 km) south-west of central London, ACS Cobham International School is a non-sectarian, co-educational, boarding and day school for 2-18 year olds, offering the IB Diploma Programme (IBDP). In addition, ACS Cobham offers an American High School Diploma, and also teaches prestigious Advanced Placement (AP) courses. Native Language Enrichment (NLE) is provided in over 12 languages as well as English as an Additional Language (EAL).Our campus is located approximately 30 minutes by rail and/or road from central London with housing up to 50% less expensive than central London locations. The ACS Cobham Dormitory is an integral part of the school community, offering separate-wing accommodation for over 100 boys and girls aged between 12 and 18.
ACS graduates attend leading universities including Cambridge, Imperial College London, London School of Economics,Oxford, Harvard, Princeton, Stanford, Yale, McGill, Stockholm School of Economics, University of Oslo, Delft University of Technology, University of Tokyo and others. We are accredited by the New England Association of Schools and Colleges.
Day & Boarding Programmes for Boys and Girls Ages 2-18:
- Day Programs (Ages 2-18)
- Boarding Programs for boys and girls (Ages 12-18)
- Early Childhood, Lower, Middle, and High School
- Built upon the American education system
- International Baccalaureate programme
- Advanced Placement Courses
- Worldwide University Placement Courses
- Native Language Enrichment (NLE)
- English as an Additional Language (EAL)
- Day Programs (Ages 2-18)
- Boarding Programs for boys and girls (Ages 12-18)
- Early Childhood, Lower, Middle, and High School
- Built upon the American education system
- International Baccalaureate programme
- Advanced Placement Courses
- Worldwide University Placement Courses
- Native Language Enrichment (NLE)
- English as an Additional Language (EAL)
Twyford School
Courses / Programs
Twyford School is a Christian, co-educational independent day and boarding school for girls and boys ages 3-13 years. We are located in Twyford Village in Hampshire on the southern coast of England, approximately 3 miles south of Winchester and 10 miles north of Southampton. We offer high quality education and our past students have gained many scholarships to a wide range of independent schools. International pupils are very welcome at Twyford, and we have an excellent record of placing boys and girls at English senior schools. Pupils may board from Year 4 onward (ages 8 years +). Weekly boarding is an integral part of Twyford School. In recent years, over 80% of Year 8 have weekly boarded in preparation for their senior schools, or simply because they want to take advantage of the opportunities that boarding offers.
The Boarding House provides a safe, comfortable environment and lots of fun. The staff offer a varied programme of activities each evening and the boys and girls may choose between art, football, swimming, ICT or board games.
- Co-Educational Day Programmes (Ages 3-13)
- Weekly & Flexible Boarding Programmes (Ages 8+)
Core subjects include:
- English
- Mathematics
- Science
- French
- Geography
- History,
- ICT
- Design & Technology...
- Weekly & Flexible Boarding Programmes (Ages 8+)
Core subjects include:
- English
- Mathematics
- Science
- French
- Geography
- History,
- ICT
- Design & Technology...