What We Offer
Edgewater College and New Zealand offers you a total educational experience that could be the next positive step in your life, both academically and culturally.
Whatever future career you are planning, New Zealand is an ideal environment in which to complete your studies. Edgewater College prepares its international students for entry into universities and tertiary institutions by providing a broad range of curriculum opportunities for 13 to 18 year olds.
Edgewater College is committed to making sure our international students get an excellent education and we would welcome you to be part of this commitment.
For More Information Contact: Carole Wheeler - Director of International Students.
Email:
whc@edgewater.school.nz
General Information for International Students
The Edgewater College Environment Offers International Students:
- a coastal residential suburb with beaches, parks and sporting facilities
- landscaped and tree-lined college grounds
- well equipped classrooms and specialist rooms
- upgraded science laboratories and computer facilities
- well equipped music rooms and recording studios
- a large gymnasium
Edgewater College Offers International Students:
- a history of academic excellence for over 38 years
- a full-time Director of International Student dedicated to meeting the needs of every individual student
- a school population of approximately 1000 students of wide ethnic diversity
- homestay accommodation with caring New Zealand families
- ease of access to a wide variety of sporting, cultural and recreational needs
- close proximity to large shopping and business complex
- a 20 minute drive to Downtown Auckland
- a close liaison and progress reporting system for parents and New Zealand caregivers
- a full academic programme
- full range of preparation for entry to all New Zealand Universities and Polytechnic Institutions
- offers the full range of National Courses and examinations
- alternative specialised courses at senior level leading to nationally recognised certificates
- a wide selection of option courses to compliment the Year 9 and 10 (13 -14 year old students) standard core curriculums
- Annual tuition fee: NZ$10,600
The College Year at Edgewater College:
- Commences in early February and continues until mid-December
- Year 11 - 13 students sit final external examinations in November and early December
- Year 9 - 10 students leave in mid-December
- College holidays are two weeks in April, July and September
- Normal school hours are 8.50 am to 3.10 pm daily - Monday to Friday