Westland High School is located in Hokitika, a town of 3000 people on the shores of the Tasman Sea.

Listen to Marlene, Julia and Johanna explain why the West Coast is the place to be!

The WHS Outdoor Education programme is delivered by our very experienced Outdoor Education teachers Mr Mike Talbot (Bachelor of Outdoor Education and Adventure Recreation, Post Graduate Diploma in Teaching and Learning, NZOIA Kayak 1) and Mr Sheldon Lee (Bachelor of Sport and Recreation, Post Graduate Diploma in Teaching and Learning). This class has many practical sessions plus overnight camps in the outdoors. The full-year course includes kayaking, navigation, camping, and tramping which is a great way to fully experience our unique nature. During the summer the course focuses on kayaking and tramping.

We have many host families ready to welcome international students to Hokitika and several who are very experienced hosts. We take great care when selecting these wonderful people who take students into their homes.

Westland High School has been welcoming international students to Hokitika for more than 25 years. They are attracted by the unique experiences we have to offer.

Please find below links to Education (Pastoral Care of Tertiary and International Learners) Code of Practice 2021, quality assurance documentation, fee protection and refunds, and finding help if you have an issue.

International students must have appropriate and current medical and travel insurance while studying in New Zealand.

If you have decided that Westland is the place for you, please complete the enrolment form, gather your supporting information and send an email to janebrownie@westlandhigh.school.nz

Below is a check-list of what to pack for your West Coast adventure.