Tauranga Boys' College


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We welcome your enrolment application, please follow the process below and any issues please feel free to email [email protected].

STEP 1: APPLY

Complete our online application form and include the following documents

  • Current passport
  • Portrait photo
  • Last school report (English translation)
  • Vaccination certificate, if available (English translation)
  • Insurance certificate, if available (English translation)

Your application is reviewed, and you or your agent will be notified within 48 hours for next steps.

*Student may be required to have an enrolment interview on Skype or Wechat.

STEP 2: PAYMENT AND VISA 

  • When accepted, you will receive an invoice and a Conditional Offer of Place letter. This can be used to begin your visa application process (if required).
  • Once payment has been received, we will issue a receipt and a Confirmed Offer of Place. This is required for student visa application to Immigration New Zealand.
  • Visit Immigration New Zealand for how to apply for a student visa or apply for a Variation of Conditions to your current student visa if you are transferring from another education institution.

STEP 3: HOMESTAY AND FLIGHTS 

  • Our school Homestay Manager will arrange homestay accommodation if requested.
  • Accommodation must be approved by the school prior to the student's arrival to ensure it is compliant with the Code of Practice.
  • Your accommodation arrangements are released once we receive your flight details.
  • Homestay profiles will be sent once payment has been received and arrival details confirmed.

STEP 4: ARRIVAL

  • You will need to have comprehensive Travel and Medical Insurance before you arrive. We can do this for you if you request it.
  • If you are staying in accommodation arranged by the school, we can organise to collect you at the airport if you request this. You will be collected by an approved Shuttle Service. Your host family will help you get to school for the first day.
  • We have an orientation program that will teach you everything you need to know about the school and how to maximise your time here.
  • We will help you to get your school uniform and shoes if required.

*Student may be required to have an enrolment interview on Skype or Wechat.

Apply to Study 

Click the 'apply now' button to begin your application. 

QUALITY ASSURANCE OF EDUCATION IN NEW ZEALAND

The New Zealand Government has established strong national quality assurance systems, designed to help institutions maintain the quality and consistency of training programmes and assessment practices. NZQA is the quality assurance body for non-university providers, such as English language schools.

Private training establishments must be registered with NZQA in order to offer you an officially recognised (approved) course. Immigration New Zealand will only issue a student visa if the course, programme or qualification you are planning to do is approved by a quality assurance body.

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NZQA CODE OF PRACTICE

When students from other countries come to study in New Zealand, it is important that those students are well informed, safe and properly cared for. Tauranga Boys’ College is a signatory to the Code of Practice for the Pastoral Care of International Students published by the Minister of Education.

Tauranga Boys' College has agreed to observe and be bound by The Education (Pastoral Care of Tertiary and International Learners) Code of Practice 2021 (the Code).  Copies of the Code are available in several languages on request from this institution or from the NZQA website.

CODE OF PRACTICE FOR THE PASTORAL CARE OF INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS 

Tauranga Boys’ College holds several copies of the Code that specifically outline the schools responsibilities and documents. Please let the international office know if you would like to receive a digital copy.  If you have a complaint you are encouraged to contact the international office. If together we can’t solve the complaint, you can file a complaint on the NZQA website. 

IMMIGRATION

Full details of visa and permit requirements, advice on rights to employment in New Zealand while studying, are available through the New Zealand Immigration Service Website.

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HEALTH SERVICES

Most international students are not entitled to publicly funded health services while in New Zealand. However, in most situations the student's medical insurance will cover medical expenses. Full details are available through the Ministry of Health, and can be viewed on their website. The Doctors Tauranga is located just across the street from Tauranga Boys’ College.

MEDICAL AND TRAVEL INSURANCE

International students must have appropriate and current medical and travel insurance while studying in New Zealand. Most students choose to have the school organise their insurance. Uni-Care is our preferred provider and you can view their NZ Student Plan here. A network of staff and facilities including an International Director, Homestay Manager, Guidance Counsellors, Deans and Liaison staff provide extensive support for all student's welfare and needs.

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ADVICE AND WELLBEING INFORMATION

INTERACTING WITH PEOPLE FROM DIFFERENT CULTURES 
​Moving to a new place can be challenging, especially if you don’t know anyone and things are unfamiliar. Here’s some advice on how to meet new people and make new friends while you’re studying in New Zealand.

Making Friends in New Zealand
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WELLBEING
Your personal wellbeing and mental health are very important to living a healthy life. Find out how to stay happy, healthy and safe as an international student in New Zealand.

Personal Wellbeing

RIGHTS AND OBLIGATIONS
It’s important to understand how New Zealand law applies to you while you’re here. Find out what our laws are around drugs, cigarettes and alcohol.

New Zealand Law


WHEN RECEIVING ADVICE
If you need legal advice, YouthLaw Aotearoa provides legal advice to young people and children living in New Zealand.

The Citizens Advice Bureau is a locally based, community organisation who help people to know and understand their rights and obligations, and how to use this information to get the best outcomes.

Youth Law    Citizens Advice Bureau


ADJUSTING TO OUR CULTURAL ENVIRONMENT
​Learn more about New Zealand lifestyles, Māori culture, speaking New Zealand English, and our attitudes to relationships and religious freedoms.

New Zealand Life and Culture


UNDERSTANDING NCEA 
​For many, the first qualifications earned at school will be the National Certificate of Educational Achievement (NCEA). Here’s how it works.

Understanding NCEA


COST OF LIVING 
Living costs will depend on your lifestyle and additional living costs such as mobile phone, public transportation and free time activity costs.

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APPLY TO STUDY

Click the 'apply now' button below to begin your application. 

Once your application has been submitted, you or your agent will be notified within 48 hours for next steps.

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