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Riccarton High School
- New Zealand, Auckland
- Co-educational
- 31 Vicki Street, Sockburn, Christchurch, New Zealand 8042
- +64 3 348 5073
- https://www.riccarton.school.nz/
- isd@riccarton.school.nz
Frances Couling
International Student Director
| Description | Riccarton High School has welcomed international students for over 25 years. Typically, we host over 50 international students each year, for programmes of study from 10 weeks to 5 years. We are a diverse and inclusive high school, with a large and well-regarded English language department. Riccarton High School is often recommended to students wanting specialist ESOL support at all levels of learning. |
| Tuition costs | $16,000 NZD per year/$4000 NZD per term (1 term=10 weeks) minimum enrolment length 10 weeks. |
| Accommodation | Homestay accommodation when required $320 nzd p/w in 2024. $340 nzd p/w in 2025. |
| Student support | Counseling, Careers Programme, Secondary tertiary partnership programmes, learning support. |
| Type of programs | Long-term programs (study for 1 year or more), Short-term programs (study for 3-6-9 month), Short programs: 3-6-9 month. |
| English as second language | One of the largest and most comprehensive English Intensive English Programmes through to English for Academic Purposes (tertiary preparation). |
| Years of entry for international students with parents : | From : Year 9 To : Year 13 |
| Years of entry for international students without parents : | From : Year 9 To : Year 13 |
| Sports | Volleyball, Basketball, Tennis, Badminton, Football, climbing, Hockey Dance, Table Tennis, Robotics, E-sports, Choir, Media and Advertising, Kapa Haka, Pasifika Cultural Group, Drama, Concert band and more. |
| Application process | No minimum English level required. Apply by submitting an Enrolment Contract, along with a letter of intention, any medical information, and your latest two school reports. |
| Features of the local area | Canterbury University, international supermarkets, shopping mall, banks, restaurants, good access to public transport, outdoor adventure opportunities, parks and recreation centres, local tourism attractions. |
| Curriculum | New Zealand Curriculum/National Certificate in Educational Achievement (NCEA). |
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