When our international students take up residence at the College, they are provided the care—and are under the jurisdiction—of their Housemaster.
Parents who reside permanently outside New Zealand should take note of these aspects of the College as they consider having their children apply to King's:
School liaison
All College communications (eg newsletters, notices) are sent to parents and guardians. Guardians are invited to attend school functions on behalf of parents, and this would include meetings with teachers to discuss class progress.
Pocket money
Appropriate banking arrangements should be made so that students (with their guardians) have access to their own bank accounts via EFTPOS. The College strongly discourages the students from keeping large sums of cash. You can find out more information about setting up a bank account here.
Travelling and leave
Guardians are responsible for accommodation arrangements at mid-term, during public holiday weekends, and during Saturday overnight leave where this is approved by the Housemaster. Students are expected to return home for calendared school holidays.
Enrolment fee
An enrolment fee of NZD$1,700.00 (non-refundable) is due upon acceptance of an offer of a place at the College.
Church affiliation
King's College is a Christian school affiliated to the Anglican Church of New Zealand. While students of other faiths are welcome at the College, it is not possible to offer special consideration in customs of worship. All students participate in our regular ecumenical Chapel services; there are no exceptions made.
Meals
Meals are provided for all boarding students. These are usually buffet served so a number of options are always available. Special diets, particularly where medical considerations are an issue, are catered for by the College's catering staff.