International Prospectus - maristcollege.school.nz€¦ · Prospectus. Empowering . young women to...

www.maristcollege.school.nz

International Prospectus Empowering young women to make a difference in the world

Auckland, New Zealand

2 | MARIST COLLEGE

Principal’s MessageI am delighted to introduce Marist College, an all-girls state integrated school located in the suburb of Mt Albert, only 10 minutes from Central Auckland. Marist College is a highly regarded school where academic achievement and respect for other people are expected. Our NCEA results continue to be well above national average at over 95% at each level, and we also achieve excellent NZQA Scholarship results.

Students strive for personal excellence and staff help all girls develop a love of learning. We are a small school with a maximum roll of 750 from Years 7 to 13 (age 10-19 years), so all our students are personally known and supported.

We understand the learning needs of girls and provide a safe and friendly environment with excellent facilities that builds confidence in our students to give them the best opportunities in their education and future choices. Our students come from a wide variety of ethnicities and we promote inclusion and celebrate our cultural diversity.

Our strengths in Arts, Music and Drama along with great results in English, Mathematics and Sciences has been achieved because it is recognised that girls learn better in a single sex school environment resulting in success in national examinations. We expect excellence and with our small size we are able to treat students as an individuals.

Marist College has a broad range of subjects across all curriculum areas and over 20 sports as well as several cultural and musical groups. I strongly encourage all students to participate in a sport or cultural group to enhance their overall experience at Marist College.

We prepare our students for entry to Universities within New Zealand and overseas. This is by ensuring educationally powerful connections between students, families and teachers and to promoting a culture of excellence through which all students develop the skills to achieve success as lifelong learners.

International Students of all nationalities are warmly welcomed and do not need to be of Christian faith to attend Marist College. Our students leave Marist College strong, confident, resilient young women prepared for the next stage of their educational journey.

Ma te atua koutou e manaaki. May our God bless us all.

Mrs Monica Johnson Principal

International Prospectus | 3

0

20

40

60

80

100

NCEA Level 3NCEA Level 2NCEA Level 1

Endorsed withMerit 53%

Overall Pass Rate99%

Endorsed withExcellence 32%

Achieved98%

Endorsed withExcellence 26%


Achieved94%

University Entrance

71%Endorsed withExcellence 24%



OverallPass Rate

76%

Endorsed withExcellence

20%


OverallPass Rate

80%


17%


OverallPass Rate

66%


17%

MARISTCOLLEGE

NZNationalAverage

MARISTCOLLEGE MARIST

COLLEGE

NZNationalAverage

NZNationalAverage

Marist College Ethnicity Statistics

Asian25%

Other 1.5%

Maori10.5%

Pasifika21.5%

European41.5%

“Marist College continues to be a high performing school and provides

high quality education for all students. The Marist Catholic Character is

central to the school’s success. Students experience highly effective teaching.

They are supported to achieve personal excellence and to become

capable, competent women. The school is very well led and governed.”

(Education Review Office Report)

Academic AchievementThe National Certificate of Educational Achievement (NCEA) results of students of Marist College continue to be outstanding and well above the national average at over 95% pass rate for all year levels.

Marist College NCEA Results 2016

4 | MARIST COLLEGE

A strong English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) Department operates in the College. All International Students receive tuition in English language.

New international applicants will be tested for the level of their ability to understand and write English. An acceptable standard of English is required before enrolment is confirmed, as all classes are taught in English.

The ESOL classes operating in Years 11, 12 and 13 are taught by qualified and experienced ESOL teachers. Additional support in English Language is offered to International Students at other year levels.

English Language Proficiency RequirementsInternational students will be tested on arrival to determine or confirm their level of English. Students must have a suitable level of proficiency at each year level before starting a course of full-time study in all subject areas at Marist College.

If a student is below that level, they will study either four or eight hours of English, as well as studying other subjects. As a students’ English language proficiency increases, they will study less English and may then select another core subject.

If a student has a very low English language level, we may suggest they study a full- time English language course at an external provider, prior to commencing at Marist College.

Placement TestsAll new International Students are required to sit placement tests prior to being assigned to a particular level and prior to their course of study being approved.

For placement into Years 9 or 10 International students must sit an English Test. Acceptance into Year 11, 12 or 13 courses is dependant on performance in English and Mathematics placement tests.

Academic Programme

Recognition of Prior LearningAs part of the enrolment process, Marist College will require school reports for two years prior to the application for enrolment. The College may require the student to be tested to confirm the level of prior learning.

Academic reports on file will help with the selection of the students couse subjects and expected levels. The student may also enter a course at a particular level on a trial basis, with review of performance clearly stated. If needed a native speaker will interpret reports and appraise a student’s subject knowledge.

The English Language Programme


Pre-UniversityMarist College has strong links to Universities. Senior students can be prepared for the International English Language Teaching System (IELTS) examination required for entry to Universities.

All senior students will be working towards achieving National Certificate of Educational Achievement (NCEA) credits at the appropriate level. They will be expected to enter external examinations in November. Numeracy and literacy is required for entry into New Zealand Universities. Entry to Undergraduate Courses at Auckland and other Universities throughout New Zealand is dependent on gaining the appropriate number of credits in NCEA Level 3.

All International Students complete NCEA EL (English Language) standards in writing, speaking, listening and reading at levels appropriate to their language ability.

“As an international student, I enjoy the life at Marist College. Marist girls are all very welcoming and

always helpful even if they don’t know you.”

“When students encounter New Zealand Education, they’ll grow as individuals, develop the skills and gain the qualifications they need to succeed. Most important of all,

they learn to Think New, like we do.”Education New Zealand

Scholarship ResultsEach year our top students sit NZQA Scholarship Examinations, we have had a number of those students winning scholarships to assist them in their university studies. We have also been awarded an Outstanding Scholarship in past years for Drama, English, Art, Design and Classics.

6 | MARIST COLLEGE

Subjects Offered Years 9 to 13 (Subjects in Italics are not compulsory)

Curriculum Area Year 9 Year 10 Year 11 Year 12 Year 13

The Arts Music

Drama

Dance

Visual Arts

Music

Drama

Dance

Visual Arts

Music

Drama

Visual Art

Visual Art - Design

Visual Art - Painting

Music

Drama

Art History

Dance

Drama

Visual Art - Design

Visual Art - Painting

Music

Performing Arts Technology

English

English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL)

English and

ESOL

English and

ESOL

English or

ESOL

English or ESOL

Media Studies

English or ESOL

Media Studies

Languages Chinese

French

Te Reo

Chinese

French

Te Reo

Chinese

French

Te Reo

Chinese

French

Te Reo

Chinese

French

Te Reo

Mathematics Mathematics Mathematics Mathematics Mathematics with Calculus

Mathematics with Calculus and Statistics

Mixed Mathematics

Mathematics with Calculus

Statistics and Modelling

Physical Education (PE) and Health

PE and Health PE and Health PE

Health

PE

Health

PE

Health

Religious Education (RE)

RE RE RE RE RE

Science Science Science Science

Additional Science

Human Science

Biology

Chemistry

Physics

Biology

Chemistry

Physics

Business Economics

Business Studies

Accounting

Business Studies

Economics

Accounting

Business Studies

Economics

Accounting

Business Studies

Economics

Social Sciences Social Studies Geography

History

Geography

History

Geography

History

Classical Studies

Geography

History

Classical Studies

Technology Technology

Digital Technology

Technology - Materials

Technology - Food

Digital Technology


Technology - Food

Digital Technology


Technology - Food

Digital Technology


Technology - Food

Digital Technology

Enhance Enhance Learning Support (ELS)

Personal Development Personal Development

Tourism

Personal Development

Tourism

NB: All subjects run only if sufficient numbers Career Education is offered as part of other subject areas Entry into some subjects is restricted by the prerequisites for that subject


Co-CurricularAll students are encouraged to become involved in the extra-curricular activities offered by the College.

Over 20 sporting codes are available and girls are able to find a team that suits their interest and skill level. Participation in sport and cultural clubs helps increase teamwork, leadership and pride among students.

For international students being part of a club or playing a sport helps the student to integrate into school life and improve their english language skills.

Sports include: • Athletics• Badminton• Basketball • Cricket• Cross country • Dragon Boating• Football• Gymnastics• Hockey• Kilikiti

Cultural development is also important through opportunities to participate in such things as: • Musical performance groups and choirs• Stage Challenge• Debating• Drama productions • Cultural groups, including:

- Kapa Haka - Samoan - Tongan - African - Filipino - Indian

Marist College has several service groups available where students can help with fundraising for these organisations:• Vinnies Youth (Youth volunteer group for the Society of

St Vincent de Paul to help those in need).

• CARITAS (Volunteers for a world free of poverty and injustice through community development, advocacy, education, and emergency relief).

• Amnesty (Campaigning for justice wherever it has been denied. We protect people, defending their right to freedom, truth & dignity).

• Local Charities (Including a Craft Group who meet and create handicrafts for overseas missions and the Maybelles Group who go to rest-homes and sing).

• Lacrosse• Netball• Softball• Swimming• Tennis• Touch• Triathlon• Volleyball• Waka-ama• Water polo

8 | MARIST COLLEGE

Student Stories

Weichen Zhang (Vivian) I was a Year 13 student at Marist College in 2016. Beijing is my home town where I was born and raised, and now I’ve already been in New Zealand for almost 3 years. As an International Student, I went through a challenging period of time when I first arrived, in my new country. But when I look back now, I appreciate the challenges I’ve experienced and I do feel that coming to Marist College has been one of the best decisions I’ve made in my life.

Before I came here, I received offers from all 3 high schools that I applied for, including Marist College, another girls’ school and a co-ed school. Even though I was not Catholic, I made up my mind to come to Marist as my family believed that people who have a religion would be more kind. Indeed, the Students at Marist College all have very good manners. They are polite and friendly and they would never leave you alone in class discussions.

The staff at Marist are caring and helpful as well. I’ve grown from a shy little girl to a leader in Year 13 and I have high achievements in all my subjects with great help from teachers and local students. I appreciate that!

Marist College also has helped me to find my passion in life. Now I’ve received offers of BA Media from my dream schools in England. I’ve learnt so much from Marist both academically and spiritually. I believe if you come to Marist, you can also learn how strong you can be, that you are capable to achieve anything that you want.

我目前在Marist College就读高三，我来自北京，现在来新西兰已有近三年。当初踏入这个全新的国土，我

的确经历了一段富有挑战的时光。而此时当我回收眺望，却是对曾经的种种经历饱含感激。我不禁深刻

觉得，在我短暂的人生里，选择来Marist College读书是我做过的最成功的几个决定之一。

在我来新西兰之前申请了三所高中，包括Marist College,另一所女校，和一所男女混校。最终我决定来这

里学习，是因为我家人觉得有信仰的人是和蔼的善良的。我来到新西兰后发现确实如此，Marist College

的同学有很良好的教养。她们热心而温和，绝对不会把你一个人在小组活动中隔绝开来。这所学校的老

师也非常热情，我从一个胆小内向的小姑娘成长成为一个各科成绩优异，富有领导力的高三学姐，老师

和同学都对我有着不可忽视的巨大帮助。我无法用简单的言语阐述我对这所学校的感激和爱。

宏观来说，Marist College甚至帮我找到了职业及人生的方向。如今我已经收到三所英国大学的录取通

知书，即将赴往英国深造传媒。我感觉我在Marist College的成长不仅是学业上的，更是心理乃至灵魂上

的飞跃。所以我完全有理由相信Marist College会让你获得你所期望的成绩，得到质的飞跃。


Honoka Fujita – JapanI went to New Zealand in January 2016 for a year study programme at Marist College. I really like Marist College because all students and teachers are nice. Marist College’s family spirit means they care for each other like a real big family. That was surprising for me because I have never experienced this at school in Japan. So that’s why I had good friends at Marist College who always helped me in every situation.

When I went to surfing camp, I was nervous and worried about everything because it was first time for me to leave my host family and it was early in the first term. My English skills were not good as now, and there were many people who I had not talked to. However they knew me, although I did not know some of their names and they helped me a lot. Like when teacher and/or instructor was instructing, they said to use easy English, so I could understand. The Surf Camp is one of my best memories in New Zealand.

I joined the basketball team, there were a few Year 12 students and no international students. We had game each week, and each time I was on the court, my teammates cheered me. So we became good friends. And I appreciated this club activity.

I am so happy that I was a Marist College student. I learned not only English but also how New Zealanders live. My experience at Marist College was very good for me and I didn’t want to leave the school.

The students and teachers always helped me, so they help you as well.

私は、Marist Collegeに約１年間在籍しています。この学校は、人数が少なく、国際生が非常に少ないと聞いていたので始めはすごく不安でした。しかし、私のホストシスターがMarist Collegeの生徒で同学年であったこともあり、今ではたくさんの素敵な友達と生活しています。

この学校は、カトリックの学校なので毎週水曜日と金曜日には集会があり、それ以外の日にはTutor Groupと呼ばれるホームルームのようなグループの中で礼拝のようなものをします。そのためか、ここの学校の生徒はみんなとても優しいです。また、常に神様の存在を意識しており、なにかあると神様への感謝のお祈りを必ず行います。

私は、日本の高校の関係で取れる教科が限られていましたが、この学校は選択教科の科目が、人数が少ないのにも関わらず豊富です。私はどの教科も楽しみました。日本とは全く違う授業で、面白かったです。また、ESOL、この学校ではEAPと言いますが、英語が第一言語ではない生徒のための英語のクラスはとても役立ちました。

クラブはバスケットボール部に入っていました。私は経験者でしたが、ほとんどの部員は未経験者でした。それなので、みんなで頑張ろうという気持ちがみんなの中にあり、試合は協力的なプレイができてとても楽しかったです。日本とは違い、先輩後輩の関係がクラブだけに限らず、学校全体でないのでみんなとてもフレンドリーでした。

生徒も先生もすごく素敵な人たちです。この学校に来て本当に良かったと思いました。

10 | MARIST COLLEGE

FacilitiesRenovated in 2012, our magnificent facilities provide quality resources enabling optimum teaching and learning conditions. All classrooms have computer audio-visual equipment, with acoustic wall enhancements offering a quiet learning environment. There is full wifi connectivity throughout the school.

There is a dedicated classroom and kitchen facilities for our International Students to make their own space and enjoy the company of others in similar situations.

We enjoy a full-sized gymnasium plus performing arts facilities, including a dance room, two drama rooms that can merge into one large space, and specialist music facilities. There is also a well-equipped library with online services, quality science laboratories and computer rooms. To support our outside activities we have both an artificial turf area and a grassed sports area.

“It’s nice to join with Kiwi girls, but it is also nice to have a special room for international students so

that we can relax and talk together.”


Pastoral Care

All international students at Marist College are cared for by several staff members.

• The Deans have particular pastoral responsibilities for students in their appointed year level and monitor academic progress.

• The Tutor Teacher has responsibility for their whanau class of students.

• The International Student Teacher has an overseeing care for International Students and a primary responsibility for English language achievement.

• The Principal welcomes any pastoral concerns relating to student progress.

• The International Manager looks after homestay arrangements and is the first point of contact for any pastoral concerns.

Accommodation Options All International Students at Marist College must be in College approved accommodation under appropriate supervision. There are three options of accommodation; homestay, living with a parent and living with a designated caregiver.

Homestays are the preferred option at Marist College. There are many families in the Marist College community who welcome international students and have girls attending the College with whom International Students can readily relate.

HomestayLiving in a homestay arranged by Marist College, the student can improve their English language skills and experience the kiwi way of life. These families are carefully selected and provide a high standard of care. All homestay hosts are visited in their homes where the room on offer and home are inspected.

Our homestay families are generally from the wider Marist College and local community. They are carefully monitored and International students met with regularly to ensure that everyone has a positive

experience. Students will always have their own fully furnished room, all meals including lunch to bring to school is provided and laundry is done. Most of our homestays are within walking distance to school or on a good transport route.

Living with ParentsImmigration NZ allows parents to live with and care for their child while they study in New Zealand. It is expected that parents will remain in New Zealand while their daughter attends Marist College and an appropriate visa for the parent needs to be shown. It is the parent’s responsibility to provide the College with their local address and advise any changes of living situation or circumstances.

Designated CaregiversA designated caregiver is a relative or close family friend known by the student’s parents and committed to staying with the student for the whole of her time at Marist College. In order to be approved, the designated caregiver agrees to provide references, complete police vetting and meet with the homestay coordinator in their home. The parent will be required to complete a Designated Caregiver Indemnity Statement.

GuardianAll International Students are required to have a guardian living in New Zealand. Parents may nominate a caregiver/guardian. Alternatively, Marist College can arrange guardianship if required. There is an additional fee for providing a guardian.

Student Welfare

“Everyone is so nice to each other. It’s like we are all sisters.”

12 | MARIST COLLEGE

Enrolment Application to study at

Marist CollegeYou will need to complete the Pre-enrolment form to apply for a place at Marist College. The application process is detailed on the back of the pre-enrolment form.

EnrolmentComplete the enrolment form and declarations. Your acceptance to Marist College depends on the information you provide about your work habits, school reports, behaviour, subjects you wish to study, vacancies available for your class level, your age, when you want to start and what career you want to follow.

For acceptance by Marist College, please provide (or arrange with us) medical insurance and a New Zealand based Guardian. After receiving tuition, homestay and other fees for the year, we will then issue an Offer of Place document and receipt.

Student VisaA New Zealand Student Visa must be obtained from Immigration New Zealand. They require the Offer of Place and Receipt for fees paid, and our guarantee of accommodation if we have arranged a homestay for you.

Once the student visa is approved travel arrangements can be made. Please advise us of your arrival date. We then look forward to welcoming you to Marist College.

Further information and forms are available at www.maristcollege.school.nz/international Many international agents also hold information about Marist College.


UniformThe College encourages pride in appearance and personal grooming. The correct regulation school uniform should be worn at ALL times when students are travelling to and from the College as well as during the school day.

Uniform Supplier: Elizabeth Michael Uniforms, Ph (09) 358-1680, 357 New North Road, Kingsland www.elizabethmichael.co.nz

Open hours: Monday – Thursday, 9am – 5pm; Fridays, 9am – 4pm; Saturdays 9am – 12 noon

For full uniform requirements please go to www.maristcollege.school.nz/uniform

14 | MARIST COLLEGE

Our History and ValuesThe Marist tradition of education originated in France in the early 19th Century with Jean-Claude Colin and Marcellin Champagnat. Jeanne Marie Chavoin and Jean-Claude Colin founded the Marist Sisters. The Marist Sisters established Marist College in Mt Albert in 1928, with the order still living on-site.

We have a strong alumni community and many of our girls are daughters of past students. The Marist Sisters and their Christian faith forms the basis of all we do, this includes our core beliefs of family and a caring and supportive school which strives for excellence and developing skills for life.

The Marist College WayStudents are at the centre of all that we do. We aim to know students personally in order that they fulfil their true potential in all areas.

Marist College has a culture of pride and respect. We all have the right to learn and teach without interruption in a safe environment and be treated with respect, to have pride in ourselves, our culture and our school. Marist College expects each student to co-operate fully by taking responsibility for her own progress through preparation for, and participation in, all classes she attends.

“There is outstanding strength of Special Character at Marist College

- It is real, pervasive and alive. Marist is rightly seen as a leader

among Catholic schools.”(Catholic Character Review Report)


CodeMarist College has agreed to observe and be bound by the Code of Practice for the Pastoral Care of International Students. To view the code please go to the NZQA website www.nzqa.govt.nz

ImmigrationStudents planning a course of study of more than three months must have a student visa. Full details of immigration requirements, advice on rights to employment in New Zealand while studying, and reporting requirements are available from Immigration New Zealand and can be viewed on their website at www.immigration.govt.nz

Medical Services and Travel InsuranceMost international students are not entitled to publicly funded health services while in New Zealand. If you receive medical treatment during your visit, you may be liable for the full costs of that treatment.

International students (including group students) must have appropriate and current medical and travel insurance while in New Zealand. Southern Cross offers comprehensive medical insurance, Marist College can arrange this for you. Policy details can be viewed at www.scti.co.nz/international-student

Accident InsuranceThe Accident Compensation Corporation provides accident cover for all New Zealand citizens, residents, and temporary visitors to New Zealand, but you may still be liable for all other medical and related costs. Further information can be viewed on the ACC website at www.acc.co.nz

Bank AccountWe recommend that all international students open a New Zealand bank account and Marist College staff or your guardian can assist with this simple process. A student bank account is free to open, to use and to close.

© Marist College 2017. All rights reserved. This publication and its content is copyright of Marist College. The information contained is for general information purposes only. No part of this publication may be reproduced in any way without prior approval from Marist College.

www.maristcollege.school.nz

31 Alberton Avenue

Mt Albert, Auckland 1025

New Zealand

Ph +64 9 846 8311

Fax +64 9 815 1441

Email [email protected]

International Prospectus - maristcollege.school.nz€¦ · Prospectus. Empowering . young women to...

Documents

Transcript of International Prospectus - maristcollege.school.nz€¦ · Prospectus. Empowering . young women to...