International
Curriculum Overview
Wide Variety of Subjects

Southland Girls’ High School has a unique curriculum which is recognised nationally for its innovation. There is a large list of subjects to choose from. All students decide which subjects they take at the end of each year. Depending on their interests needs and abilities students can choose their level of learning (extension, middle support) within a subject or if they are very good at a subject, they may take a subject a year level above. Each student Year 9-13 has an individualised timetable which is especially for them. It is exactly the same for International students.

International girls at Southland Girls’ High are prepared for entering universities either in New Zealand or elsewhere in the World.

Southland Girls’ High School offers both the NZ examinations NCEA, and also IGSE Cambridge exams are offered to Year 9 and 10 in English, Maths, Science, and Global Perspective.

Download our Curriculum Course Books

Click HERE for the Year 9-10 Subject Options Booklet for 2025

Click HERE for the Year 11-13 Subject Options Booklet for 2025

Cambridge exams at SGHS

Click HERE to read more about Cambridge Exams.

International Prospectus

Click HERE to view our Prospectus.

To view our Year 7 and 8 learning programme click on the pictures below

Sport and outdoor education

Participation in sports and outdoor education is an avenue for physical and social interaction outside the classroom. Southland Girls’ High School offers many physical activities to cater for the interests of students. Many girls, including international students represent our province and country in various competitions.

Aerobics Badminton Basketball Cricket Football
Futsal Gymnastics Hockey Rugby Softball
Squash Table Tennis Touch Rugby Volleyball Waterpolo

 

Cultural Activities

Our Students excel in the Arts and perform successfully in National and local events.

Our Arts Curriculum reinforces the tradition of excellence in the visual arts, music, dance and drama.

Girls have the scope to explore and develop their talents and creativity, engaging in performance and achieving to high levels.

  • Music classes and musical instrument learning opportunities
  • Painting and printing
  • Debating and public speaking
  • Dance and dance recitals
  • School Productions and drama recitals
  • Theatretech – using lighting and computer equipment
  • School Choirs: 3 choirs for the various age groups eg: Y7 + 8, Y9-13 and our elite choir, Femme
Clubs

Not everyone plays sports or does cultural activities. Some students just want to support or help others. This can be done through such clubs.

Chess Club Debating Club Drama Club Duke of Edinburgh Global Minds Club
Leo Club Librarian Maths Badge SADD Club (Students Against Dangerous Driving) School Magazine
Science Badges Science Fair SMAC Maths Speech Competitions Student Volunteer Army
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Southland Girls’ High School
328 Tweed Street, Georgetown,
Invercargill 9812, New Zealand

+64 3 211 6030

[email protected]

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RISKS Disclosure

Weekly sports contains risks, including common injuries like strains, sprains, bruises and dislocations. These events are managed by the appropriate sporting body in conjunction with school staff who will manage risk and hazards according to the school’s safety management plan. This includes careful consideration of the risks, all risks will be outlined to the students. 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 Ashleigh Rabel 03 211 6030 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 will result in your child facing disciplinary actions on their return or sent home at the cost of the Whanau/parents or caregivers.

RISKS Disclosure

This event contains risks, including possible injuries. This event is managed by school staff or other organisations who will manage risk and hazards according to the school’s/organisation’s safety management plan. This includes careful consideration of all procedures while carrrying out the activites. 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 please phone 03 211 6030.

STUDENT CODE OF CONDUCT

I understand that sports, trips, and extra-curricular activities are opportunities for me to learn, practice skills, and gain attitudes and values in an environment outside of the school.  I realise that this requires me to take on genuine responsibility for my own enjoyment and safety and that of others.

I agree to do the following to make this happen:

  • Show courtesy and consideration to others.
  • Follow the rules and instructions of staff and other supervisors at the events.
  • Look after myself and my personal belongings.
  • Declare medical conditions that could affect participation in the events.
  • Accept the rules set by the school for the events.
  • Take part in all activities within ‘challenge-by-choice’ options

I understand that my parents / caregivers will be contacted and I may be sent home at their expense if:

  • My actions are considered unacceptable by staff / supervisors of these events.
  • I breach the behaviour / discipline standards of the school.
  • My actions put me or others in any danger.

Book a Tour of Enwood House

Come and see all that Southland Girls’ High School offers boarders with a tour of Enwood House that allows you to see our facilities in action, while meeting the staff and the students.

To book in for a tour of the boarding house, please email Jenni Dennis, [email protected] or telephone 03 211 6030.

Book a School Tour

Come and see all that Southland Girls’ High School offers students with a school tour that allows you to see our facilities in action, while meeting the staff and the students.

Student tour guides will answer questions and offer a student’s perspective, before meeting with a senior member of staff to discuss your child’s enrolment.

To book in for a tour of the school, please email Nicola Macpherson on  [email protected] or telephone 03 211 6030.

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