About Glendowie College

Glendowie College welcomes international students to experience the benefits of studying in a New Zealand co-educational school.

For several years now, international students have been contributing to the special character of Glendowie College. Striving for academic excellence is a strong feature of Glendowie College and our College takes pride in the high achievements of its students, and provides support and encouragement for them to succeed in their studies.

International Student receives top Academic Award for 2009 visit Senior Prizegiving 2009

Glendowie College offers a wide range of national curriculum subjects including: English as a Second Language (ESOL), English, French, German, Japanese, accounting, mathematics, science, biology, chemistry, physics, geography, history, economics, classical studies, graphics, technology, computer courses, art, music, drama, physical education, health, outdoor education, and life skills.

Activities Programme

International students are encouraged to take part in the many activities offered at the College. Drama, debating and music are strong features of the College. We offer individual musical instrument instruction, and musical performance groups (jazz band, orchestra, ensemble groups, choirs and school productions) are open for all who wish to participate. Students are encouraged to choose from the full range of individual and team sports and outdoor activities offered.

English Language Proficiency and Opportunities

Evidence of English Language proficiency is an enrolment requirement. Small group tuition is provided for international students for whom English is a second language. This tuition is provided by trained and specialist teaching staff. Students are “mainstreamed” (that is, attend our usual classes) to study other subjects. Senior students are prepared for the IELTS examination and the English Literacy standards required for entry into New Zealand universities.

Student Welfare

The Director of International Students, together with the Deans of each year level, provide student support in all pastoral care matters. This includes enrolment, orientation, academic programmes, insurance, designated caregiver and homestay service arrangements. Regular contact is made with extra care and homestays.

Our College is a signatory to the Code of Practice for the Pastoral Care of International Students. To meet the Code of Practice Requirements and Standards, regular contact is maintained between the Director of International Students, the Homestay Director and each student and their homestay family. Guidance for international students in their own language is available if required.

For more information on the Code of Practice for the Pastoral Care of International Students visit www.minedu.govt.nz/goto/international