Additional Information for International Students
Student programmes
Aotea College provides education for Year 9 (Form 3) to Year 13 (Form 7). In addition to preparing students for national examinations, Aotea College is accredited by the New Zealand Qualifications Authority to deliver programmes from the National Qualifications Framework. This includes National Certificate of Educational Achievement (NCEA) subjects at levels 1, 2 and 3. The timetable is flexible to allow students to study multi-level programmes.
Academic year
The academic year is divided into four terms: Term 1 - February to April; Term 2 - April to June; Term 3 - July to September; and Term 4 - October to December. The programme is sufficiently flexible to allow international student enrolments during the academic year.
Facilities and services
Aotea College has excellent specialist facilities including four computer suites; music, art and drama suites; modern science and technology facilities; a well-equipped library; and an auditorium. There are two gymnasiums, tennis courts and many playing fields.
With the assistance of the ESOL Department, each international student will have an Individual Education Plan. This is a commitment by the school to meet individual learning needs.
Six points of difference about Aotea College
1. A shared vision that inspires all students (domestic and international) and teachers to
Achieve through Opportunity, Tolerance, Effort and Attitude
2. Multi-cultural school that encompasses Mäori, Pasifika, NZ European and other ethnic groups
3. A strong pastoral support network for not only international students, but all students
4. Small international student numbers where they are especially welcomed and find it easy to mix freely with XXNew Zealand students
5. Proximity to Wellington, not only the capital city, but regarded by many as New Zealand’s cultural centre
6. Students are actively encouraged to get involved and develop their talents and interests
Contact details for further information
A prospectus, information and an enrolment form are available on request.
Postal address: PO Box 50-046, Porirua City 5240, New Zealand
Telephone: 64 4 237-3166
Facsimile: 64 4 237-3170
Email: john.huston@aoteacollege.school.nz
Contact person: Mr John Huston (Deputy Principal/Director of International Education)