Each year we offer all Year 13 students the opportunity to attend the Open Tertiary Day in Dunedin. The purpose of the visit is to attend lectures and displays of their choice and to view the University of Otago and Otago Polytechnic facilities. Visits can also be made to the Halls of Residence. This year the Tertiary Open Day is on Monday, 4 May 2026.

Even if students do not intend to study at the University of Otago, this is an excellent opportunity to experience first-hand what tertiary education offers, enabling them to make informed decisions about their future education. 

For your child to attend this day please read through the following information and complete the permission form below – due by Friday 24 April 2026.

If you have any questions regarding this day please contact our Teacher in Charge, Mrs Rachel Smith [email protected]

Please note – parents are invited to attend the event on Sunday 3rd and/or Monday 4th May. You will need to arrange your own transport to and from the event.

• Date: Monday, 4 May 2026
• Venues: University of Otago, Otago Polytechnic
• Transport: Students and staff attending will be transported on GOBus.
• Time: The bus will depart SGHS at 5:45 am and will return to the school at approximately 6:00 pm. Students are not permitted to take their cars.
• Cost: $30.00. Student’s may bring money for lunch or refreshments. They will require a packed lunch if they do not wish to bring money.
• Please note: Board financial procedure requires payment in full, by the due date for your child to purchase resources, participate in sports or attend trips/events. Payments received will be allocated to the oldest unpaid fees and charges owing on your child’s account first. Extra-curricular activities operate on a “pay before you play” policy.
• Uniform requirements: School uniform is not required but the school does expect a tidy standard of dress. All students are expected to maintain a high standard of behaviour at all times.
• Other information: Students that do not attend this event will be expected at school and complete self-directed learning.

This event contains minimal risks, students will be able to explore the University and Polytechnic either via organised lectures, pre-arranged tours or at their own leisure.  Whilst this event is managed by school staff, students are explained the risks and expectations while they are in Dunedin at this event.   This includes providing all students with staff cell phone numbers, ensuring they are not on their own while explore the venue(s) and ensuring they are at the meeting place for the bus on time. While risks can be maintained to acceptable levels they cannot be totally eliminated.  Some risk is retained for its learning and experiential value.  If you wish to come in to school to see our safety management systems or have any questions, feel free to contact Rachel Smith on 03 2116030 or [email protected]

It is important for safety reasons that students follow instructions given to them by all staff and follow all appropriate school rules. Behaviour by students that is deemed dangerous and puts themselves and/or others at undue risk may impact attendance at further school related events.

Please complete the permission form below by Friday 24 April 2026.

"*" indicates required fields

Student Information:

The information on this form will remain confidential to the teachers/instructors in charge of/assisting with the camp/trip. However, in the interests of the safety of all involved, any life-threatening conditions may be made known to other students. Please be assured that your child’s physical and emotional well-being always remains of paramount importance to us.

Student's Full Name*

First Last

Student Mobile

Home Phone

Students Medical Information:*

I give permission for this information to be shared with the teacher in charge as required.

Yes (Medical)

Transport*

please indicate below if you give permission for your child to be driven with Go Bus. (If you have any queries in relation to this please contact the Teacher in charge of the trip)

Yes

Parent/Caregiver Consent:

Please tick the boxes below to complete the Parent/Caregiver consent.

Student AT Class:*

13CW

13AG

13SR

13ES

Te Manawa Kaharoa

AIGA

MOANA

Parent Consent*

I give my child permission to participate in the Otago Tertiary Open Day in Dunedin.

My child has read and understands the Student Code of Conduct.

My child's medical information is up to date with Student Services

I acknowledge the school policy that states you must 'pay before play/attend' an event/trip or sport.

The school reserves the right not to provide a refund if your child is unable to participate in this activity

I acknowledge that full payment is required by the due date specified for my child to be eligible to participate in this event.

I acknowledge that any payments made to my child's account will be allocated to the oldest unpaid fees/charges if any and that my child is not able to participate until all these charges are paid in full.

I acknowledge and accept the Risks Disclosure.

I approve and authorise this form and the information I provide is true and accurate

First Name

Last Name

Parent/Caregivers Email*

Parent/Caregivers Mobile*

Parent/Caregiver Signature*

Payer Details

Payer Name*

First Last

Payer Email*

Please enter a valid email address to receive a emailed version of this form once completed.

Payer Mobile*

Payment

Any payments received for your child will be allocated to the oldest unpaid amounts sitting on your child's account first. Your child is not able to participate until all these amounts are paid in full.

Y13 Otago Tertiary Day

Price:

Total

Payment Options*

Pay Online now by Debit / Credit Card

Cash / Eftpos at Student Services

Automatic Payments (AP)

Bank Transfer