International Students

Kelston Girls’ College is a vibrant, culturally diverse school located in West Auckland.

International students studying at Kelston Girls’ College will feel warmly welcomed and will be supported to achieve excellent academic results.

Students at Kelston Girls’ learn in modules which focus on real world contexts. There is always something new to learn and excellent, supportive teachers to guide you. We cover all subjects from the New Zealand curriculum including ESOL. 

  • English and ESOL 

  • Mathematics

  • Physical Education & Health 

  • Sciences: Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Agriculture, Earth & Space Science

  • Arts: Visual Art, Dance, Drama, Music

  • Tech: Design, IT 

  • Social Sciences: Geography, History, Business 

  • Languages: Maori, Samoan, Tongan 

In the last three years of high school students work towards achieving their NCEA - National Certificate of Educational Achievement. This generally starts around 16 years of age. NCEA prepares students for study at university level. Assessment takes place through assignments and also examinations held at the end of the year. International students may choose to study at a lower year level while they build their English language skills.

Extra - Curricular Activities 

Facilities 

Pastoral Support

Life in Auckland

Kelston Girls’ College is based in the vibrant city of Auckland in the North Island of New Zealand. Auckland is the largest city in New Zealand and is a multi-cultural and safe city where people from many diverse backgrounds live peacefully. There are lots of fun and exciting activities to do in Auckland including sporting and cultural events, museums, theatre and art galleries and many wonderful beaches and natural environments such as forests and islands to visit. 

Kelston Girls’ College is a short walk from the nearest train station which allows students the freedom to explore the city on their weekends. We are also on the doorstep of the Waitakere Ranges and the wild, beautiful beaches of the West Coast allowing students the chance to experience the nature that New Zealand is famous for. 

Enrolment Application

Kelston Girls College accepts applications for both short and long-term study from international students aged between 13 - 19 years old. 

Our friendly team of staff will guide you through the application process. 

Step 1: Students and agents should send an email enquiry through to the International Department at international@kelstongirls.school.nz 

Step 2: Our Director of International Students will be in touch to discuss your requirements 

Step 3: Submit an application form including the following information: 

  • Latest two school reports

  • Handwritten introduction letter from the student (family, interests, goals and aspirations for your study at  Kelston Girls’ College) 

  • Photo

  • Vaccination Certificate

  • Birth Certificate and Passport copies 

  • Insurance policy details including English Translation 

Step 4: A provisional offer of place and invoice will be issued 

Step 5: Student obtains visa 

For information regarding obtaining a visa to study and live in New Zealand please refer to the immigration department website here. Information on student visa options can be found here. 

Step 6: A confirmed offer of place will be issued

Step 7: Long term students will be asked to attend an online interview with the Director of International Students 

Step 8: Select your subjects and prepare to start school 

Note: Homestay accommodation will be arranged by our partner: ‘Homestay Auckland’ 

Kelston Girls’ College has agreed to observe and be bound by the Code of Practice for the Pastoral Care of International Students published by the Ministry of Education.  Copies of the code are available from the New Zealand Ministry of Education website

For your reference please find an application form below. However, we encourage you to email us with your enquiry before filling this out

international@kelstongirls.school.nz 

Homestay

Homestay for students at Kelston Girls’ College is organised by Homestay Auckland. Students will be carefully placed with friendly and welcoming families in the local area. 

If you are interested in hosting for us, please complete the Application form and the Police Vetting form and send to kim@homestayauckland.co.nz

Kim Williams – Director
​​​​​​​Homestay Auckland