Safe, supported living environments is our key focus

Regardless of which accommodation option you choose, our International Staff will ensure that your daughter is settled and well cared for so she can focus on making the most of the high quality education on offer. Our options include:

Local Home Stay

Home stays offer first-hand experience of another culture and daily practice of conversational English in a family setting. Many of our families have been part of the programme for a number of years and have an existing or close connection with Columba College. All providers follow a thorough selection process and are vetted by New Zealand Police.

School Boarding Village

Our on-campus boarding village provides accommodation to 115 students from both New Zealand and overseas. Our boarding experience offers the opportunity to become independent in a safe and supportive environment with direct access to the school campus and its amenities. International students live alongside their New Zealand classmates, forming strong friendships that will last a lifetime.

Designated Caregiver

Parents are also welcome to choose a relative or close friend living in Dunedin as their daughter’s accommodation provider. Although this is a private arrangement, our staff are still involved in monitoring the placement to ensure students are safe, well settled and supported.