Schools Welcome:
On behalf of the Taieri College community, I extend a warm welcome to all new students and their families. At Taieri College, we unashamedly have high expectations of our students and enjoy challenging and encouraging them to reach their potential. Aiming for excellence and being the best we possibly can is important to us.
Get in touch with us:
Your School contact
Location:
South Island , Suburban, Small town, Rural, Mountains
School Authority:
State
Nearest Airport:
Dunedin International Airport
We are proud of our co-educational tradition as we believe it instils rich social values that allow our young people to move on to the next phase of their lives with confidence and optimism.
We pride ourselves on a holistic approach to every child’s education and enjoy sharing their successes in academic, cultural and sporting endeavours.
In order to shine in today’s society; young people need to be adaptive, creative and critical thinkers. These are key elements in our school culture.
Physical Education - 2 Gyms, 1 Heated pool, Tennis courts, 2 large football fields and turf for hockey and futsal.
Performing Arts - 1 large seated performance building, various music and recording rooms, the drama department has many rehearsal spaces.
Science and Robotics buildings
Maths and English
Agricultural and outdoor education
Technology department - Building, Engineering and Food
Core Subjects:
English
Mathematics
Science
Social Studies
Physical Education and Health
Option Subjects:
Agriculture / Horticulture Science Art
Art Design
Digital Technology – Information Management
Drama
Economics
French
Graphics and Design Hospitality
Japanese
Maori
Music
Sports Science
Textiles Technology
Workshop Technology – Metal Workshop Technology – Wood
Core Subjects:
English
Mathematics
Science
Social Studies
Physical Education and Health
Options Subjects:
Accounting
- Art – Design and Photography
- Art – Painting
- Digital Technology – Information Management
- Drama
- Economics
- French*
- Geography
- Graphics and Design
- Health
- History
- Hospitality
- Japanese
- Maori*
- Mechanical Engineering Technology
- Music
Core Subject:
English
Option Subjects:
Accounting
- Automotive Studies
- Biology- Chemistry
- Computer & Information Technology
- Design
- Digital Technology
- Information Management
- Drama
- Economics
- French*
- Gateway
- Geography
- Graphics and Design*
- Health
- History
- Hospitality
- Mathematics
- Media Studies
- Music
- Painting
- Photography
We have a very active performance area that encourages students to be involved in local and national competitions which we do very well at. Every year we have a school performance that runs for a week to encourage drama and theatre in school.
Aerobics
Archery
Athletics
Badminton
Basketball
Biathlon
Canoe Polo
Cricket
Croquet
Cross Country
Cycling
Equestrian
Futsal
Golf
Gymnastics
Hockey
Kayaking
Moto Cross
Mountain Biking
Netball
Orienteering
Robotics
Rock Climbing
Rowing
Rugby
Sailing
Skiing/Snowboarding
Soccer
Softball
Surfing
Swimming
Tennis
Touch Rugby
Triathlon
Volleyball
Weightlifting
School Type: Day School
Gender: Co-ed
Qualifications: NCEA
Year Levels: 7-13
Religion: Non-Denominational
Total Enrolment: 1200
Total international students year 9 - 13: 18
Program Established: 2000
International students accepted for: 9, 10, 11, 12, 13
Foreign Languages: French, Japanese, Maori, ESOL, IELTS Prep
Entrance Dates: Term 1/January, Term 2/April, Term 3/July, Term 4/October
Length of stay: 1 Term, 2 Terms, 3 Terms, 4 Terms, until graduation, Short term study (1 to 8 weeks)
Application Deadlines: Rolling
Application Process: Enrolment Form, School Reports, Student Letter of Introduction, Registration Fee, Entrance Examination, Offer of Place, Payment Receipt
Website: www.taieri.school.nz
Facebook: www.facebook.com/taiericollegeinternational
Instagram: www.instagram.com/taieri_college_international/
Youtube: www.youtube.com/channel/UCOWaMhE5uBnAQeg48ANWECg
Most recent newsletter: www.taieri.school.nz/assets/Newsletter-PDFs/61c96fcb02/Newsletter-15-May-2020.pdf
Location: South Island , Suburban, Small town, Rural, Mountains
Info: Taieri College is set in the rural Otago region, 10 minutes outside of Dunedin city. We're surrounded by farms, horses, sheep and hills. Mosgiel is our little community town which has everything that student would require from Pizza to Sushi and Supermarkets to Retail stores. Buses go to and from the city every day and as late as 11 pm. Our College is located on a splendid outlook with lots of space to bring your education to life.
Specialized Programs: Leadership, Outdoor Education, Trips
Info: We have lots of leadership opportunities in different subjects and as leaders of the school.
We have many curriculum trips around NZ and the world every year.
We also have sporting trips every year, which could involve rafting, skiing and a whole host of multisport events.
Accommodation: Homestay
Info: All our homestays are police vetted and visited frequently to uphold our strict standards of living and to the code of conduct for every student. We meet regularly and send out fortnightly checks to keep us updated on all families and students.
Student Services & Orientation & Counseling:
We have a dedicated counselling service which is free, confidential and onsite. We also provide student help and have a leadership student group to also add a helping hand in this area. As an international programme, we provide a medical centre for all our students and help in that way is easily accessible.
| 1 Term (Term 1 or 2 or 3) | NZD 3625 | EUR 2012,77 |
| 2 Terms (Term 1 & 2 or 2 & 3 or 3 & 4) | NZD 7250 | EUR 4025,54 |
| 3 Terms (Term 1, 2, 3) | NZD 10875 | EUR 6038,31 |
| 4 Terms (Term 1, 2, 3, 4) | NZD 14500 | EUR 8051,08 |
| 4 Terms (Term 3, 4, 1, 2) | NZD 14500 | EUR 8051,08 |
Tuition Fees cover: All books and materials that you would need for all subjects.
| Homestay Fees per week | NZD 240 | EUR 133,26 |
Please note that 1 term consists of approx. 10 weeks in school and host family. Moreover please take into account homestay fees during school breaks/holidays.
Additional Fees: $1500 is an additional fee for contingency, which covers uniform, trips and other things that may come up in terms of schooling of interest subjects. You can add to this throughout the year, but we have found that the amount usually covers everything extra.
Fees information available online: www.taieri.school.nz/international
Comment Fees: This is our trusted provider who tailors there costs around your length of study options. They can also provide family options if you have family coming to visit during your time in NZ.
Please calculate additional costs for
Airfare approx. Euro 1600 to Euro 2200
Visa approx. Euro 250
Pocket money approx. Euro 200 to 250/month
If applicable additional health/accident/third part liability insurance
Health Insurance: mandatory
Unicare Insurance
Please note that the school and program description is very much reduced. All information, in particular on the fee-structure, is based on the information provided by the individual New Zealand school and is subject to change / as at: 09/2021
