Located in the south-west of Christchurch, we are about 10 minutes from the city centre, close to several sporting, cultural and shopping amenities, and the Port Hills.

Kia ora! Welcome to Hillmorton High School

International students are able to study a wide range of subjects, with a study programme tailored to suit their individual needs.

We have a dedicated team to support you before, during and after your time at Hillmorton High School.

Students can immerse themselves in kiwi culture, become part of a kiwi family and use their English everyday by staying with one of our friendly and caring homestays.

We welcome applications from students from around the world.

To support their transition, students participate in an orientation programme on their arrival at Hillmorton High School.

Hillmorton High School's 2024 school year is from Monday 29 January to Friday 13 December.

International students are required to pay tuition fees. In addition, there are administration and homestay charges.

Arts, clubs and culture are valued at Hillmorton High School.

Sports are an integral part of our life at Hillmorton High School - students are encouraged to become involved.

Some of our students talk about their time with us.

Hillmorton High School is a Signatory to The Education (Pastoral Care of Tertiary and International Learners) Code of Practice 2021 (the Code)

Hillmorton High School works with a range of international education agents, both in New Zealand and overseas, to provide support for our international students with their enrolment and study at Hillmorton.

In addition to Hillmorton High School's policies the International Department has a number of policies specific to our good practice.

Hillmorton High School is reviewed regularly by the Education Review Office (ERO).

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New Zealand has been recognised as the #1 country in the world for educating students for the future.

After studying at Hillmorton High School, there is a range of further study options available.

Christchurch Ōtautahi is New Zealand's second largest and newest city. With its proximity to the mountains and the ocean, it provides an easy life-style that draws equally on it's natural surroundings and urban opportunities.

New Zealand is a small country, similar in size to Great Britain or Japan. With a population of only five million people it's also gloriously uncrowded and offers some fantastic lifestyle opportunities.

Studying at Hillmorton High School leads to a world of experiences and opportunities, inside and outside the classroom.

While we want our students to have the best time with us studying at Hillmorton High School and living in New Zealand, we understand that they might have a complaint or problem that needs to be addressed.