Benefits for International Students
Pārāwai School offers all international students a rich educational experience.
- English immersion in classrooms and playground
- Specialist support for new learners of English
- Frequent learning excursions and trips
- Exciting school camps
- Full pastoral care provided to ensure our students' happiness
Academic Excellence
Advanced education available in:
- Literacy, Numeracy and Problem Solving
- Team and individual sports coaching
- Art, Music and Drama
ESOL Provision
An ESOL programme will be determined for students on a case by case basis and our Special Education Needs Coordinator will work with the teacher and student to ensure a programme of learning is in place to meet their needs.
Safety and Security
- High standards for education and behaviour
- A strong philosophy of partnering with parents to help children
- Promoting family and community friendships
School Facilities
- Small friendly school in a caring, social environment
- Small class sizes (approximately 23-26)
- Consistently high academic achievement for all classes
- High sporting achievement
- Enthusiastic, high calibre teachers
- Computers in every classroom, supervised internet access for all children
- Library information centre & dedicated librarian
- Quality after-school care and holiday programmes
- Swimming pool
Local Community
- Safe, idyllic location in one of the most beautiful places in New Zealand
- Close to Thames High School and a short driving distance to Hauraki Plains College
- Close proximity to beaches and parks
- Local sports clubs
