International
Boarding and Homestay
Enwood House

Enwood House is our school boarding hostel that provides premium accommodation for about 100 girls from rural Southland and from overseas. The Director of Boarding Mrs Dennis leads a highly competent and experienced group of staff who genuinely care for and look after students as they would their own child. 24/7 supervision, security systems and the leave monitoring app ‘Orah’ ensure that supervisors know where they students are at all times. The Hostel is within easy walking distance from the school and enables boarders to get involved in all school activities including sports teams, performance opportunities and other extra-curricular activities. During the term break, international students stay with a police vetted and experienced homestay family.

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Homestay

International students may choose to live with a host family to allow them to fully experience our Kiwi lifestyle, within a caring and supportive environment. All our homestay families vetted and carefully selected and visited regularly to ensure they meet the high standards required. Student safety and happiness while in a homestay are a priority.

We are always looking for good quality host families to help us look after out International students. If you are interested please complete the SGHS Homestay Enquiry

Living with a relative or close friend

Arranged by the student’s family, this must meet the requirements of the Code of Practice. The adult taking responsibility for the student must meet with the International Director and maintain regular contact with her. The student’s parents will sign an agreement indicating that this person has the authority to make decisions on their behalf regarding the student’s welfare in New Zealand.

View the SGHS Accommodation Policy here

Please Note: All international students must live in accommodation approved by the School.  No student will be permitted to live in a flat.

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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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Southland Girls’ High School
328 Tweed Street, Georgetown,
Invercargill 9812, New Zealand

+64 3 211 6030

[email protected]

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Phone: 03 211 6030

Email: [email protected]

Address: 328 Tweed Street, Invercargill 9812, New Zealand

International Student Emergencies: +64 21 767 089

Student Absences: Please contact Student Services on 03 211 6030 or email the School Attendance Officer at: [email protected]

Enwood Boarding House: 03 216 9148

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