General Description
Co-ed; State Secondary School; Student Roll: 1600; Year 9–13.
Situated in Christchurch, the largest city in the South Island.

Papanui High School is a Christchurch community-based state co-educational secondary school with a roll of 1600 students from Yr 9 to Yr 13. The school has welcomed international students for the past 27 years and has approximately 50 full-time students this year. The student population is diverse with students coming from a range of cultural backgrounds.

There is a strong academic focus on teaching and learning in first-class modern facilities. The technology classes are impressive. There are also 3 adult ESOL classes and a unit for disabled students on-site. International students are well-cared for by a dedicated staff of 4 – a director, dean, homestay co-ordinator and an administration assistant. Students are encouraged to participate in school life and join club activities.

Papanui High School offers:
• Scholarship available to Dickinson College in Washington, USA
• Specialist subject strengths in ESOL, Art, Science, Drama, Outdoor Education, Music, Hospitality and Business Studies
• High calibre of teaching staff for academic and pastoral care and guidance
• First-rate modern facilities especially in the area of technology
• Wireless internet
• Multicultural learning environment
• High school preparation class on-site if English is not at intermediate level
• A well-established dedicated staff of 4 to look after the welfare of international students
• Excellent homestays close to the school
• Co-curricular opportunities in sport and culture – arts and music

Fees
2013 Tuition fees are NZ$13,500, plus NZ$250 administration fee.
2013 Homestay fee is NZ$235 per week.

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