We are delighted we can share our New Zealand educational experience with students and families from around the world.

Please see our information regarding enrolling as short-term international students at Queenstown Primary.

JULY AND AUGUST SHORT-TERM PROGRAMME:

Our July and August short-term programme involves students being fully immersed in a domestic classroom, working and integrating within our normal school environment.

OUR PROGRAMME:

At QPS we have a well-established and successful International Student programme. We believe the best possible experience for our International Students is sharing in the New Zealand Curriculum covering subjects such as maths, literacy, science, technology, physical education (PE), ICT and library time

Regardless of what they are doing, students will be engaged in a programme designed to immerse them FULLY in the English language and Kiwi Culture.

OUR PROSPECTUS: CLICK HERE

We have one intake which commences on Monday 20 July with a minimum study period of 4 weeks.

Our capacity for this programme ensures only one short-term international student per class. This guarantees a unique learning experience for each child.

We are fully aware of the expectations that parents have of an international programme. Our programme ensures the needs of the students are met and the transition into a New Zealand school environment is progressive and gives them time to adjust. Our objective is that the students remember Queenstown Primary School as a welcoming, caring and positive experience in their young lives as well as an exciting place to learn English and enjoy our New Zealand culture.

Before your enrolment is confirmed you MUST secure accommodation.

COMPULSORY ORIENTATION ACTIVITIES

Queenstown Primary School organises an exciting orientation programme for our short-term students and their parents. Activities typically include a tour around Queenstown CBD and Kiwi Fish and Chips by the lake, a visit to the Kiwi Birdlife Park, and a boat trip to Walter Peak for a Farm Tour and afternoon tea. These activities will be invoiced to you separate to the course fees. It is compulsory for short term students but optional for parents.

TE REO (Our Maori Language):

The New Zealand Curriculum acknowledges the principles of the Treaty of Waitangi and the bicultural foundations of Aotearoa New Zealand. All students have the opportunity to acquire knowledge of te reo Maori me ona tikanga.

At QPS we offer the students a range of Maori opportunities and experiences.

These include:

• Te Reo me nga Tikanga Maori being taught within the classrooms

• Optional Kapa Haka available to all students

• Mihi Whakatau; to welcome new students and staff

• Matariki; learning about and acknowledging the Maori New Year

OUR CAPACITY:

So that we can provide an amazing experience for you and your family we only confirm 1 short term international enrolments per class. We request prompt confirmation as we cannot hold spaces without payment.

FEES:

International Fees apply to all students who do not meet the definition of a domestic student. This includes students of parents who do not have a New Zealand Work Visa.

Children under the age of 10 years MUST be accompanied by their parents and CANNOT be left in the care of a designated caregiver. Queenstown Primary School requires ALL students live with their parent or legal guardian for the duration of their stay, regardless of age.

2026: Our short-term programme commences 20 July 2026

MINIMUM PERIOD OF STUDY:

Our minimum period of study is 4 weeks for all students 

All enrolments are at the discretion of our Principal.

HOMESTAY

We do not offer homestay.

OUR MISSION:

Queenstown Primary School promotes Quality, encourages Perseverance and  empowers each student to create their own pathways to Success.

The school values Care (Manaaki), Respect (Whakāute) and Integrity (Ngakau Tapatahi) are an integral part of the teaching and learning programme. These values are expressed in everyday actions and interactions within the school.

TRAVEL INSURANCE:

You and your student must have Travel and Medical Insurance. We recommend using Southern Cross and the link to this website is attached. Please ensure you are covered from the time you depart your home until you return and you must have full cover for repatriation and expatriation.

SOUTHERN CROSS: https://www.scti.co.nz/our-policies/international-student/insurance/

Your full insurance policy MUST be emailed in ENGLISH prior to enrolment commencing. It will be checked to ensure it meets the following guidelines

Your insurance must cover:

• Travel to and within NZ -  from the time you depart your home until you return

• Medical care in NZ including diagnosis, prescription, surgery, and hospitalisation

• Repatriation or expatriation in case of illness or injury - including cover of travel costs incurred by family members assisting repatriation or expatriation.

• Death of the international tertiary learner, including cover of:

• travel costs of family members to and from New Zealand

•  costs of repatriation or expatriation of the body; and

• funeral expenses

THE PROCESS:

The process is relatively easy. 

1. Complete the attached enrolment form for each child and ensure all requested documents are attached

2. Once I’ve received this information and have checked forms are completed, all requested documents have been sent, and confirmed availability of space - I will then process an invoice. You must provide proof of accommodation before I can do this.

3. We request that fees are paid promptly to confirm your placement.

4. A receipt will be issued and together with the Offer of Placement which you will then need to acquire a student visa, however if students are studying for less than 3 months then they may be entitled to study on the Visitor Visa. 

ACCOMMODATION:

Please note that accommodation can be difficult to source in Queenstown. Queenstown Primary does not refund fees if you are unable to source accommodation. 

It is a priority you source accommodation now. 

Short Term Accommodation: CLICK HERE

While you’re here enjoy what Queenstown has to offer:

Discover Queenstown: CLICK HERE  

Cost of Living in Queenstown: CLICK HERE 

Proof of accommodation must be provided before we can confirm enrolment

CODE OF PRACTICE AND REFUND POLICY:

It is recommended that you make yourself familiar with the Code of Practice for International Students and ourrefund policy.

ENROLMENT FORM

Please CLICK HERE for enrolment form.

TRANSLATION

If you need a translation for the above information please CLICK HERE

I hope this answers some of your queries and if you have anything further to ask please email international@queenstown.school.nz