Marlborough Girl's College

BLENHEIM     NEW ZEALAND

 


Type : Girls only              Boarding and day school              State

Special Character
Marlborough Girls' College emphasises academic achievement in preparation for tertiary study coupled with balanced co-curricular participation and personal development. Effort and commitment in a safe and caring environment is a focus for our students.

Location and Facilities
Marlborough Girls' College is located in Blenheim, the centre of the Marlborough region, which is internationally famous for its wines, seafood and horticultural products. Blenheim is a friendly community within commuting distance to the capital city of Wellington with extensive ferry and air links to all parts of the country. Blenheim is an excellent town for students to undertake secondary studies where they can speak English extensively in a safe, internationally orientated community.

Marlborough Girls' College is extensively equipped with the most modern resources, classroom facilities, science laboratories, libraries, gymnasium, computer suites, music suites and technology suites.

Academic Programme
Marlborough Girls' College offers a full range of academic and vocational courses at every level. Fully trained and qualified teachers prepare girls for all national examinations and standards achieved are among the best in the country. A full programme of ESOL is available.

Senior studies include: English; Mathematics (Statistics and Calculus); Biology; Chemistry; Physics; Accounting; Economics; Computing; Geography; History; French; Japanese; Maori; Media and Journalism; Graphics; Art; Music; Home Economics; Photography; Tourism; Classical Studies; Business Studies, Hospitality and Catering, Childcare, Nannying.

Extra Curricular Programme
Music, drama and sport are important aspects of Marlborough Girls' College commitment to developing a balanced and successful individual; 23 different sports and 20 different music, drama and speaking activities are available.

Student Welfare
A system of friendship buddies, form teachers and the International Student Dean provide a network of support for students. The College understands and is supportive of the needs of international students who are away from home.

Accommodation
A small family type school hostel, Innes House, offers a high standard of accommodation. The special needs of international students are catered for. Caring, high quality homestay is also available. Details are available upon application.

English Language Entry Requirements
English conversation competency is recommended.

English Language Support
Up to 25 hours per week of English language study with a qualified and trained ESOL teacher is available at no cost as part of the school programme.

Fees
Tuition fees are NZ$7,950. Accommodation fees are NZ$7,920 per year. Other costs available upon application.

Summary
Years of Entry for International Students: Forms 3 - 7 (Years 9 - 13)
Student Roll:   1,050
English language requirement : None  On campus ESOL program
Location:  Blenheim, New Zealand 
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Telephone: 045 960 3323 
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