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Papanui High School
 
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Papanui High School

Stefi Porter —

Papanui High School is an innovative, forward thinking, successful secondary school which has a diverse school community. We offer a wide range of subjects both academic and vocational and students choose their own courses depending on their individual career pathways. We are known for our excellent Outdoor Education programme, which is always a highlight for our international students. ESOL Programmes are designed to meet the needs of all students especially those wanting to improve their academic English. Co-curricular activities are important and there are over 35 sports and various music groups to choose from.


Co-Ed/Single Sexed: Co-Ed

Years: 9-13 

Accommodation: Homestay 

Location:   North-West Christchurch

Total Students: 1500

International Students: 55

MAIN VALUES

P - Be Positive
R - Be Respectful
I - Show Integrity
D - Dare to Excel
E - Engage in Learning 

SPECIAL FEATURES
- High Staff to Student Ratio
- Our Mission Statement is to provide the best education for all of our students, including international students.
- Wide range of subjects on offer
- A diverse multi cultural environment
- Strong community connections
- Excellent Location - walk to a shopping mall for easy access to buses to move to and from school and around the city

Subject Highlights: Outdoor Education; Sports Leadership; Art - Photography, Painting, Art Design and Sculpture; Music; ESOL; English and Media Studies; Drama and Production; Hospitality; Dance; Digital Technology; Science and Biology; Physics and Chemistry; Social Studies - History, Geography, Tourism

Languages offered: French, Japanese, Te Reo Māori

Sport Highlights: Football, Athletics, Touch Rugby, Karate, BMX, Ice Hockey, Cricket, Surfing, Basketball, Volleyball, Golf

Cultural Highlights: Polyfest, Kapa Haka, Concert Band, Jazz Band, Choir, Ensembles, Dance, Drama

Other Unique Highlights: Member of Outdoor Education New Zealand (ODENZ), Partnership with Christchurch City Council - Graham Condon Recreation - Sports Centre on site with Gymnasium, Fitness Centre and Swimming Pool

For further information click  here: https://www.papanui.school.nz/international

Contact:

Angela Craw
P: +64 3 352 0705
M: +64 21 245 9986
E: international@papanui.school.nz
W: www.papanui.school.nz