Baradene College .::. Information and Enrolment Procedures

The College is situated in Remuera, with picturesque views of the Auckland harbour and city. It has a beautiful natural environment and attractive facilities. The College is well served with bus and train links to all areas of the city.

The College offers educational excellence in the tradition of the Society of the Sacred Heart with 930 students aged 11 to 18 years. NCEA Levels 1,2 & 3 are offered to students in Year 11, 12 and 13.

The College has a small group of International students who get one-to-one tuition with highly qualified English teachers in a well resourced learning environment. We offer individual attention to students.

The College offers IELTS and NCEA Level 1, 2 and 3 English for Academic Purposes which provides pathways for students to gain entry into New Zealand Universities and Tertiary Institutions. Students are helped to adjust to life in New Zealand, and to prepare for IELTS exams and tertiary courses.

The care of our students is a priority and we have a good pastoral care system in place for our students. A Dean of International Students is available to see to the needs of students while they are at school to ensure your daughters are in a safe learning environment.

Homestay arrangements can be made by the school. We employ a Homestay co-ordinator who provides care and support to all International students with their homestay families. A caring atmosphere is offered, including care for your daughter’s religious and spiritual needs.

Our students can choose from a wide range of sporting opportunities such as netball, tennis, hockey, cricket, rowing, swimming, tae-kwon-do. Cultural opportunities include orchestra, choir, performing arts, social services.

Our students make lifelong friendships with members of our school community and a Kiwi Sister Programme ensures that there are many opportunities to interact with New Zealand students at the College. New Zealand students apply to become a Kiwi Sister and are then carefully selected to take on a support role for her International student.

Our students can choose from a wide range of sporting opportunities such as netball, tennis, hockey, cricket, rowing, swimming, tae-kwon-do, badminton, gymnastics, table-tennis, volleyball, golf, dragon-boating, aerobics, cycling and waterpolo. Cultural opportunities include orchestra, choir, performing arts and social services.

Organised excursions to other parts of New Zealand orientates students to New Zealand life and its people. The staff working with our International students organise day trips and social occasions such as half-day visit to Howick Historical Village followed by a beach visit and lunch; an evening ice-skating trip etc.

The International Students at Baradene College can also enjoy the warm and friendly atmosphere of their own room where there are facilities for heating lunches, watching English videos, and computer usage.

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The Enrolment Process:

Initial Steps:

    1.     Complete and sign an Enrolment Application Form

    2.     With your application form you must include:
            a)     A copy of your School Report from your current school
                    (This must show your most recent grades across all subjects studies
                     and indicate your level of English)
            b)     1 x passport size photo
                     (If you are sending an electronic file a jpeg format is preferred)
            c)     1 x scanned copy of your student passport
            d)     1 x scanned copy of any existing student visa/permit
                     (Only applicable if you are already a current student in New Zealand School)

    3.    Read and sign the Student Health Form

    4.     Read and sign the Parents’ Contract for International Students

    5.     Read the Baradene Refund Policy

    6.     Read the International Student and Parent Information Booklet

    7.     When you have completed all the above sections send us your application by one
            of the following:

            Scan and email:    flister@baradene.school.nz
            or Post:                 The Enrolment Office
                                          Baradene College of the Sacred Heart
                                          Private Bag 28 906
                                          Remuera
                                          Auckland
                                          NEW ZEALAND

    8.     When Baradene College has received your application;
            a)     An appointment time for an interview and an entrance test will be made.
            b)     You will receive an ‘Offer of Place’ letter and an invoice for school fees if your
                    application has been successful.

If you are a successful applicant, congratulations, you will also need to do the following:

    9.     Accept the ‘Offer of Place’ and pay the Baradene College invoice in full before a ‘Confirmed Offer of Place’
            letter can be sent to you with a receipt. This will also confirm the start date for your studies with us.

   10.     Apply to the New Zealand Government Immigration Service for a student visa.

             Immigration New Zealand will need:
               - A signed Student Visa Application Form
               - A ‘Confirmed Offer of Place’ letter from Baradene College of the Sacred Heart
                 (We will send you this letter after your application has been successful. It will include
                 confirmation of your homestay accommodation as required by New Zealand Immigration)
               - An official receipt from the Baradene College for your fees
                 (We will send you this documentation when your fees have been paid in full)
               - Your Passport
               - A recent passport sized photo
               - Evidence of funds to support yourself during your enrolment
               - Medical and X-Ray certificates if required
               - The application fee

              For more information read the Student Visa Guide or look at the Immigration New Zealand
              Website: http://www.immigration.govt.nz/

    11.    Send a copy of your travel and medical insurance to the Enrolment Office flister@baradene.school.nz

    12.    You will also receive further information about your homestay accommodation
              (if you have indicated in your application form that you require this service)

If you have any further questions or concerns regarding your application please contact the

Enrolment Office:     Mrs. Lister
                                 0064 9 524 6019 ext 713
                                 flister@baradene.school.nz

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Important Information for Students and Parents

Please read the International Student and Parent Information Booklet for information on the following areas:

Acceptance Procedures
Application Requirements
Conditions of Acceptance
Termination of Enrolment
Fee Information
Refund of Fees Policy
Fee Protection Policy
Accommodation Information
Courses and Qualifications Information
English Language Proficiencies Required
Term Dates
Code of Practice for the Pastoral Care of International Students
Eligibility for Health Services
Accident Insurance
Medical and Travel Insurance
Uniform Requirements