International Students

Student Support

Hamilton Girls’ High School is a signatory to the New Zealand Education Code of Practice for the Pastoral Care of International Students.

Code of Practice

This means that we have the necessary processes and resources in place to ensure that our international guests are looked after at all times, and any problems can be addressed quickly and effectively.

A full copy of the code is available to download Code of Practice.

Code for learner wellbeing and safety (PDF) and Code of Practice summary in different languages.

We also offer:

A full orientation programme - helping students settle in and understand school life.
24/7 emergency support - help is always available.
Regular homestay and wellbeing checks - visits and surveys are given to make sure students are safe and happy.
Academic mentoring and ESOL support - guidance to help students succeed in class.
A dedicated International Support Team - staff who know each student.

Kiwi Buddy Programme - students have an instant friend who helps them at school.
Emergency Contact Information - all students are provided with an essential contact list of numbers to help them while in New Zealand.
School Nurse available at the Health Clinic.
Doctor visits one day each week to the Health Clinic by appointment.
School counsellors available for students.
Diversity Counsellors - specifically for international students are also available by appointment.

Parents can feel sure that their daughter is safe, supported, and known as an individual.

International students quickly feel at home at HGHS. Our Kiwi Buddy programme, cultural groups, and warm school culture help students make friends, build confidence, and feel part of our community from their very first week.

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