Overview

Tauranga Boy’s College is known for its pursuit of excellence, its supportive environment and its traditional values in fostering the growth of boys into fine, upstanding men. Students are valued as the reason for the College’s existence and the school provides them with a range of modern facilities and diverse subject areas, enabling them to explore and develop their potential.

Tauranga students are known to perform well academically, as well as in sporting and cultural activities, and to grow into well-educated, disciplined young men.

Location

The College is located close to the heart of the city of Tauranga, on the Western Bay of Plenty, on New Zealand’s North Island. Tauranga is regarded as one of the best cities in New Zealand and is thought of as a safe and sunny to live in.

Campus

College facilities include a new Performing Arts centre, dedicated kitchen, internet access and study facilities for international students, science labs and networked classrooms, gymnasium and sporting fields, and ESOL centre.

Courses

Tauranga Boy’s College prepares its students for the National Certificate of Education Achievement and its course selections fit in with this overall curriculum. Years 9 and 10 study compulsory subjects with a couple of optional subjects, while Years 11 –13 provide an increasing range of study options for the students to focus on their interests within the curriculum. An AA Education Network counsellor will provide all the detail you need concerning subjects and options.

English Courses

The College has an ESOL centre and students are given tuition in English language according to their level of capability, alongside the mainstream curriculum. Individual tuition is also available as  part of the teaching programme.

Entry Requirements

Students need to submit proof, in English, of their current academic progress and their level of English ability as part of their application. An AA Education Network counsellor will guide you through the application process and assist you in completing the necessary administrative requirements.

Enrolment dates

Years 9-13: for 2010 – enrolments open 20 July 2009 and close 28 August 2009.

Student activities

Students are encouraged to take part in the various sporting, cultural and artistic events the school offers to its students.

Students at Tauranga Boy’s College receive:

• A first rate, nationally recognised high school education that prepares them for tertiary studies.

• The chance to discover and pursue their academic, sporting and artistic interests, and to develop theirskills and abilities.

• A golden opportunity to develop their English language skills while studying and also while living aspart of a New Zealand homestay family.

• Opportunities to meet students form New Zealand and other countries with the chance of forming lasting friendships.

• Experience of New Zealand’s natural beauty through participating in the school’s outdoors andadventure activities.

Application

Contact us at AA Education Network to learn more about study at Tauranga Boy’s College. Our counsellors are ready to assist you in applying for study and visa and to plan and organise your golden opportunity to study in one of New Zealand’s top state schools and discover more about this beautiful country.