Study abroad with Kelston Boys High School

Study abroad in New Zealand at Kelston Boys High School

KELSTON BOYS HIGH SCHOOL is a single sex state boys’ school, located in Auckland, the city where most New Zealanders choose to live. 

Year 9 – 13 (AGES 13-18)

• A sports Institute for sportsmen with separate academies for football, cricket, basketball, hockey, swimming, rugby and music. 
• An international director, international secretary and student dean. 
• A safe secure approved and controlled student homestay scheme, 
•  Opportunities for high academic success. 
• A top-class English language unit for international students, offering classes at beginners, intermediate and advanced levels, plus the National Certificate in Educational Achievement Levels 1 and 2. 
• Over 36 mainstream subjects with student choice. 
• Academic streams have the opportunity to do Cambridge.
• A student counselling service and great pastoral care. 

Our student are well prepared for future tertiary study in a wide range of fields including photography, graphics, design, sports science and Latin. 

We are a boy’s only school, and believe that boys learn best in a single sex environment.  Kelston Boys High School has a reputation for developing “Boys to Young Men”.  All students are encouraged to participate in a wide variety of extra curricular activities.  Our sister-school (Kelston Girls College) is close by and we work together for social, cultural and some sports events. 

ACADEMIC YEAR

The academic year begins in February and ends in December.  Overseas students may join at any time of the year.  Tuition fees are only NZ$11,000 per year which includes all subject fees, text books and photocopying.  Uniform and exam fees are extra. 

ACCOMMODATION

Friendly homestay accommodation is available with local families.  The current charge is NZ$225 per week, with a NZ$300 placement fee.  Students are picked up at the airport on arrival and transported to their new home.

We value International Students and give them every opportunity and encouragement to succeed and enjoy the experience of studying at our school.

Programmes Offered:

Kelston Boys High school follows the national curriculum, offering main stream high school programs for academic years 9 through to 13.

Accelerated and Enrichment Programme - Students who show well above average academic ability are given the opportunity to be accelerated and enriched in Mathematics, English and Science, allowing them to develop a deep understanding of their subjects.   A music academy operates, providing enrichment for talented musicians.

Sports Programme –  Our school has teams in 21different sports, and operates a specialist sporting academy focusing on soccer, swimming, hockey basketball, cricket, and golf.

Entry Requirements

Students may enrol at any time during the school year.

Each student's level of English, prior learning and personal aims are considered when a course of study is selected.  A course of study cannot be finalised until a student enters the school.

Location

Kelston Boys High School is located in Waitakere City, New Zealands fifth largest city and is part of the Auckland region, incorporated in the Auckland Metropolitan area.

Most residents live near the city's eastern borders with the Waitemata Harbour and neighbouring Auckland City.

The School is approximately thirty minutes by public transport to downtown Auckland (C.B.D.) and forty five minutes by private car from Auckland International Aiport.  (expect delays in peak hour traffic).  It is close to public libraries, shopping centres, community facilities and sports grounds.

Facilities and Services

Facilities include Computer Suites a Computer Network including the Library and Computer Pods throughout the school, two Gymnasiums, a New Performing Arts and Music Suite, an Auditorium, a fully equipped Technology Suite, large Outdoor Sports and Recreational Fields and access to a Swimming Pool located at Kelston Girls College, our sister school a few minutes down the road.

Accommodation:

Kelston Boys High School uses a high quality Homestay service, enabling the student to experience the New Zealand way of life, and be totally cared for while studying here.  Homestay is a very important part of the overall learning process. By being placed with a New Zealand family, you become a 'member' of that family, and are encouraged to join in on family outings and activities.

The school operates a transport network of buses to bring students directly to school from their home without relying on public services.

No International student of Kelston Boys High School can live independently, in a boarding establishment or in temporary accommodation.

Police vetting will be required of all caregivers and all residents of a household aged 18 years or over, exluding International students (excluding parents).

Student Life / Testimonials

There is a wide range of extra curricular activities available.  We have a strong tradition in Rugby, Soccer, Cricket, Touch Rugby, Basketball and Volleyball.  Our Theatresports teams and Hip Hop group achieve highly.  Our Hip Hop group is 2008 World Champions.  Most extra curricular activities require no prior experience to take part.

TESTIMONIALS

Hang Zhang
Place of Origin : China      
Years at Kelston Boys :  2005  -  2007
My name is Zhang Hang,  I am enrolled as a Year 13 student at Kelston Boys High School.  I have been to this school for nearly two years.  I was here since I was Year 12, so this year will be my final year at Kelston Boys High School.  The subjects that I have chosen are : 13 Calculus, 13 Statistics, 13 Physics, 13Chemistry and two ESOL subjects.

All my teachers are very kind to me.  They are all very good teachers for the whole year, sometimes they are funny and they always make us laugh, but they teach good thought.  I understand everything that they teach us about.

Jiann (Henry) Goh      
Place of Origin :  Malaysia   
Years at Kelston Boys :  2003  -  2007
This is my last year at  Kelston Boys High School, and I am currently the  Head Librarian of this school and Deputy Head last year.  I have been working at the library since I was in Year 9. I won a prize for Japanese last year and probably this year because I am the only student in this class who is doing Level 3 Japanese.  

Ajay Saraff
Place of Origin : Thailand
Years at Kelston Boys :  2006  -  2007
I started my second year in Kelston Boys High School in February 6 2007.  This year I am in Year 13.  I am interested in business so most of my subjects are related to it, for example Economics, Accounting, Maths (Stats), IELTS.  My other subjects are Sports Institute (Cricket) and Physical Education.This year is very important for me because it is my final year and I have to get good results to get into a good University.  This year has also been very special for me because I have made the Cricket 1st XI for my school.  It is very special for me because it gives me a good experience and a base for my future plan. 

San Joon Won 
Place of Origin :  Korea
Years at Kelston Boys :  2003  -  2007
As a Year 13 student, I believe I have to take some school responsibilities for what Kelston Boys High School has done for me in the past 4 years.  When I was a Year 9 student I was justan average mid-stream student and English being my second language, I was kind of bewildered most of the time.  However, by help of talented staff members, peers and organized school systems I was able to move on to the second highest class and became one of the top scholars of the school, winning 8 prizes last year.  As a result I received a Kelston Boys High School Scholarship this year and I continue to work hard in the friendly environment.This year I have school responsibilities as a prefect and librarian. 

Mesake Nauqe                
Place of Origin :  Fiji
Years at Kelston Boys  :  2008
My name is Mesake Seavula Nauqe.  I am from Suva, Fiji.  I have been at Kelston Boys High School for the last 5 months.  I came for a Rugby Scholarship.
I am homestaying with a Fijian family, they are always friendly to me.  That is why I am always thankful for their help.  For me it is always good to be staying with a Fijian family because I tend to eat food that I always eat back home.

Health & Travel / Codes of Behaviour

Health & Travel 

Most International students are not entitled to publicly funded health services while in New Zealand.  If a student received medical assistance during this visit he may be liable for the full costs of that treatment.

We can arrange insurance for you.  Insurance is with Southern Cross Insurance, specialising in insuring International students.

Codes of Behaviour

Kelston Boys High School 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.

We expect each student to sign a Code of Conduct which is part of the application process.  If the student breaks the Code of Conduct, disciplinary procedures will apply as they would for a New Zealand student.  The use of prohibited drugs, including tobacco and alcohol, may lead to expulsion from the school and/or police action.

Our Programs

Kelston Boys High School

Kelston Boys High School
Archibald Road
Kelston
Waitakere City, Auckland,
Phone: +64 9 818 6185
Fax: +64 9 818 6183