Overseas High School students intending to study
at New Zealand High Schools would need a good
level of English. Direct enrolment into New
Zealand High School is possible but it is
recommended that students improve their English
and learn about New Zealand before attempting to
study at the High Schools. By enrolling on
Waikato Institute of Education’s
High School Preparation
programme, students can improve their
English and learn about New Zealand school
culture, study systems or methods, exams and
further tertiary education available in New
Zealand. After completing Waikato Institute of
Education’s programme, students will be better
prepared to study in
Hamilton Boys' High School
Free
Service for Enrol Hamilton Boys' High School
Students who enroll in our High School Preparation
programme can enter Hamilton Boys' High
School. We Provide free service to help student
enrol Hamilton Boys' High School after they
finish High School Preparation Course.
New Zealand Hamilton Boys' High School is a
traditional state secondary school for boys aged
13 - 19 years, with a school roll of 1800. It is
situated on a 20 hectare site close to the city
centre and provides comprehensive facilities for
academic, technological, cultural, sporting and
recreational activities.
The
school has two gymnasiums, eight tennis courts
and a swimming pool.,
The
school has a fine record of academic and
sporting success and maintains a strong belief
in the values of self discipline, respect,
loyalty, considerate behaviour and competitive
spirit.
Hamilton Boys' High School welcomes international
students and is very proud of the comprehensive
programmes in place for the care and wellbeing
of these students, under the supervision of the
Dean of International students.
Each student has their own individual academic
programme which is planned to allow them to
achieve their academic goals.
English
Language Requirement
Good spoken English needed. However attendance
at a language school prior to enrolment at
Hamilton Boys’ High School may be required if a
student’s English fluency is not satisfactory
for his academic level.
Students meet regularly with the Dean to discuss
any concerns which they or their parents may
have, both personally and academically. Parents
are contacted regularly by the Dean to inform
them of their sons' progress and wellbeing.
All home stays and hostel placements are
arranged and supervised by the Home stay
co-coordinator who visits these homes to ensure
that the students are living in a warm and
supportive environment. The International
students are encouraged to participate in as
many activities as possible to allow them to
take full advantage of the many opportunities
available to them at Hamilton Boys' High
School.
Students are able to choose a course of study
appropriate to their individual strengths and
future career plans. Graduating students can
continue their tertiary study in Hamilton at
Waikato University and Waikato Institute of
Technology.
A wide range of subjects is available including
- English, ESOL, (with Academic IELTS taught at
year 13), Modern Languages, Mathematics,
Sciences Technology, Accounting and Economic
Studies, Music, Graphics and Design, Computing,
Physical Education, CAD courses.
Students study for the national NCEA
qualifications with some classes also sitting
the Cambridge International Examinations (IGCSE).
The most able academic students are catered for
in our ALP classes.
Hamilton Boys' High School has a Dean of
International students who oversees the academic
programmes, the Homestay accommodation and the
pastoral care of these students.
The number of overseas
students enrolled at the school is limited each
year and those who are accepted find a warm and
supportive welcome, from both the staff and
students.
Parents are contacted regularly by the Dean to
inform them of their son's progress and
well-being and are welcome to contact the Dean
if they have any concerns.
Hamilton
Boys'
High
School
Peachgrove
Road
Private
Bag
3201,
Hamilton
New
Zealand
www.hbhs.school.nz
