International
International Online Enrolments
Enrolment Process

Students are welcomed at Southland Girls High School from many countries throughout the world. If you would like to apply to study at Southland Girls High School please complete the following steps:

Step 1

Complete the online enrolment form below.

With your application you will need to enclose:

  1. Certified copies (in English) of your most recent school reports
  2. Copy of student’s passport
  3. Copies of Immunisation record
  4. Details of medical/travel insurance if not arranged by Southland Girls High School
  5. Reference from your existing school
  6. Passport size photo

Step 2

If your application is successful we will send you a provisional offer of place and invoice for fees payable.

Step 3

Once payment of your fees has been received, we will send you a receipt. You then need to apply for a Student Visa to study at Southland Girls High School; this application must be accompanied by our offer of place letter and fees receipt. You will also need to provide proof of financial support and a return air ticket.

Step 4

Medical Insurance Cover – Medical Insurance is compulsory. Southland Girls High School will organise this through Uni- care, with whom we hold a Master Policy. Your policy must be arranged before you leave your home country.

Step 5

Apply for your Student Visa from your nearest New Zealand High Commission or Embassy.

Step 6

Once your visas has been issued, then a copy must be forwarded to Southland Girls High School as soon as it is approved.

NB If a course of study is three months or less a Visitors Visa may be sufficient. Please check with the school first.

Medical and Travel Insurance

All international students must be covered while studying in New Zealand. Southland Girls’ High School organises this cover for students.

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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