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Day & Boarding Primary School in New Zealand for Boys
Medbury School, Christchurch:
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.
Day & Boarding School Curriculum for Boys Ages 5-13:
Every boy at Medbury studies the core subjects of English, Mathematics, Science, Information Communication Technology (ICT), Physical Education, Music, Drama and Art.
As boys move into Years 5 and 6, they continue with the strong emphasis of Literacy and Numeracy. The core subjects are then supplemented by specialist teaching in Drama, Health, P.E. and Social Sciences.
Years 7 and 8 provide a stimulating and academic curriculum for the senior boys. The teaching of Literacy and Numeracy is paramount. Specialist teaching for the senior boys includes the boys going off-site for Technology lessons. In the Senior School the core subjects are supplemented by Bio Technology, Drama, Electronics, Food Technology, French, Hard and Soft Materials, Health, Library and Social Sciences.
Sport
Sport is an integral part of Medbury life and boys are encouraged to play sport at a level where they compete and enjoy. We recognise that promoting teamwork and good sportsmanship are important aspects of playing sport, and reflect the school ethos of ‘Play the Game’. There is a wide range of extra-curricular sports available to the boys, for example water polo, triathlon, polo, karate, fencing, skiing, with their availability varying according to demand.
Music
Medbury School has an excellent reputation for its music programme, both choral and instrumental, and receives strong support from the school community. The annual ‘Music Evening’ is a highlight of the school year, showcasing Medbury’s promising music talent.
Medbury’s well-qualified Music Director and other specialist music teachers ensure that every boy has the best opportunities to experience music. Instrumental tuition is available from Year 4, and may include younger boys at the discretion of the Music Director and Class Teacher.
Art
At Medbury, boys in all year levels receive Art tuition and are encouraged to develop their individual creativity. Our art programme is run by a specialist Art Teacher in the Art Studio, enabling the boys to enjoy a variety of artistic styles and genre. The boys have an opportunity to explore many facets of art including painting, drawing, clay modeling and sculpture, print making, fibre and fabric, collage, design and graphics.
Drama
Medbury has an outstanding reputation for drama. Under the direction of the Head of Drama, all boys have the opportunity to explore and use their creativity, through imaginative play, creative movement and dramatic performance.
Class performances are regular events. The Senior School Musical Production is held biannually, allowing boys to learn and experience the excitement of performance in music and drama.
Address:
109 Clyde Road, Fendalton 8041, Christchurch, New Zealand
Wairarapa College
Courses / Programs
Wairarapa College is a state, co-educational school with boarding facilities, located in Masterton which blends tradition with innovation as it seeks to develop the full potential of each student. Set in spacious and beautiful grounds, the College contains a mixture of old and new buildings. It presents an attractive learning environment for students. Special features of the College include the college boarding hostel, College House, purpose built information computer suite, specialist arts centre, technology centre, a school farm and agriculture laboratory which foster a strong emphasis on the teaching of Agriculture and Horticulture. A Special Needs Unit caters for intellectually handicapped students. The College has well-defined expectations for student achievement on several levels. Academic excellence, cultural, sporting and vocational opportunities and social and physical development are all positively promoted.
Core Subjects: English, Mathematics, Physical Education, Science, Social Studies, Geography, History. A wide range of additional optional subjects are available.
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
Auckland International College
Courses / Programs
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.
Specialised Secondary Education (Year 11-13):
Year 11 students study the Preparation Year Programme for IB Diploma, while Year 12 and 13 students study the IB Diploma itself. In addition, all students study a SAT preparation course.
Year 11 students study the Preparation Year Programme for IB Diploma, while Year 12 and 13 students study the IB Diploma itself. In addition, all students study a SAT preparation course.
Otaki College
Courses / Programs
Otaki College is a small (450 students), rural, multicultural school, uniformed, coeducational school which takes students from Year 7 to Year 13. It is a very friendly, safe school where there is a lot of contact between students, staff and the Otaki community.
International students live with local families, many of whom have their own children attending school.
Otaki is one hour north of Wellington and is situated between the mountains and the sea, and near a beautiful, clean river.
Facilities at the college include a library, science laboratories, computer network, performing arts centre (music, drama and dance), technology workshops (wood, metal, clothing, food), art room, swimming pool, two gymnasia, tennis courts, and sports field.
Otaki College provides a caring environment which International students find welcoming and inclusive. Students join mainstream classes with Kiwi students and are then offered specialist English Language classes.
Special care is offered the International students through a dedicated dean, a homestay manager, and a director of International Education.
A large range of subjects to all levels of the National Curriculum in NZ.
The college has a very popular outdoor education option where students can experience a wide variety of outdoor activities (kayaking, bush walking, rock climbing, snow experience). There are also many outdoor pursuits available in Otaki (swimming, surfing, surf life saving, fishing, boating, hiking, horse riding).
The college has a very popular outdoor education option where students can experience a wide variety of outdoor activities (kayaking, bush walking, rock climbing, snow experience). There are also many outdoor pursuits available in Otaki (swimming, surfing, surf life saving, fishing, boating, hiking, horse riding).
THINK Global School
Courses / Programs
• THINK Global School (TGS) is a private, non-profit high school that travels the world, allowing students ages 14-18 years old the chance to study in four new international cities each academic year. • TGS offers a once-in-a-lifetime educational experience centered around travel and cultural immersion.
• TGS students are competitively selected from all regions and all walks of life. Together they are a miniature United Nations, representing over 25 different countries of citizenship, and a diverse range of experiences, talents and interests.
• THINK Global School if fully accredited by the Accrediting Commission for Schools - Western Association of Schools and Colleges (ACS-WASC).
Upcoming & Previous School Locations around the world:
• 2021-2022: Australia, Bosnia, Botswana, Chile, China, Greece, India, Japan, Oman, Panama.
• 2019-2020: Bosnia & Herzegovina, Australia, Chile, Italy
• 2018-2019: China, Oman, Costa Rica, Greece
• 2017-2018: Botswana, India, Japan & Spain
• 2016-2017: Canada, Morocco & Peru
• 2015-2016: Sweden, Bosnia & Italy
• 2014-2015: New Zealand, Costa Rica, Greece
• 2013-2014: India, Tanzania, Japan
• 2012-2013: Argentina, Bhutan, USA
• 2011-2012: Ecuador, Thailand, Germany
• 2010-2011: Sweden, Australia, China
"The collective energy that the students at THINK Global School possess is remarkable. Somehow, the more places they go and things they do, the more energy they have!… It is such an inspiration!"
- TGS Residential Advisor
The school year consists of four terms, each held in a different country, where students have the chance to explore the history and culture of fantastic locations worldwide.
Features:
• Taught in small classes by friendly, dedicated and experienced teachers
• Student-driven instruction
• All subjects are inspired by the location, and are designed to combine learning with a wealth of cultural experiences.
Features:
• Taught in small classes by friendly, dedicated and experienced teachers
• Student-driven instruction
• All subjects are inspired by the location, and are designed to combine learning with a wealth of cultural experiences.
Rochester Independent College
Courses / Programs
Situated in Kent, just 35 minutes south-east of London, Rochester Independent College (RIC) is an alternative to conventional secondary education, and provides day programs (ages 11+) and boarding programs (ages 16+) to students from the U.K. and international students. About 65 of the College's 280 students are boarders.The College has an atmosphere closer to university than school. We offer students the opportunity to thrive in an atmosphere of managed independence that acts as a stepping stone between school and university.
At RIC, there is no uniform, no bells ring and everybody is on first name terms. Students are encouraged to be themselves and achieve exam results that often exceed their expectations.
“My wife and I left RIC after our visit convinced it was the right move for our daughter. In fact, it’s the kind of school we both would have loved to have gone to ourselves.”
- Parent Testimonial
Alternative Secondary School Education:
- Day students ages 11+
- Boarding Students ages 16+ (GCSE Year 11 and Sixth Form students)
Academic Courses include:
- One or two-year A-level courses in Sixth Form
- One-year and two-year GCSE courses
- Retake programs – GCSE and A level
- Medical, Dental and Vet Science Programs
- Film and Media Studies
- Visual and Creative Art courses
- English as a Foreign Language (EFL)
- Day students ages 11+
- Boarding Students ages 16+ (GCSE Year 11 and Sixth Form students)
Academic Courses include:
- One or two-year A-level courses in Sixth Form
- One-year and two-year GCSE courses
- Retake programs – GCSE and A level
- Medical, Dental and Vet Science Programs
- Film and Media Studies
- Visual and Creative Art courses
- English as a Foreign Language (EFL)