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Bethlehem College

Ilati Vukona

Director - International

Description

Bethlehem College has a long history and proven reputation over the past 30 years of ensuring that students across all year levels (Years 1-13) access quality educational programmes and achieve high levels of proficiency.  We also hold personal growth and development as a key part of our values, and will work alongside students and their families to provide opportunities for growth through sporting, creative and service channels.  Our team is strongly committed to making sure each student knows they are seen, valued and supported and have means of building strong connections.

Tuition costs

Application Fee $NZD500.00, Tuition for primary students is NZD$14,500.00 per year and for secondary students is NZD$17,000.00 per year.

Accommodation

Homestay Accommodation is arranged by the school. In 2024, the cost will be NZD$300.00 per week.  The student will have a room of their own. This amount is for full board including 3 meals each day (a prepared lunch on school days).

If a student requires more than one change of homestay, a fee of one week's homestay ($300.00) may be incurred.

Other: The estimated personal expenses for overseas students, per semester is $4,000.

Student support

We have a team dedicated to the care and assistance of our international students. Extra activities are run for these students throughout the year.

Type of programs Long-term programs (study for 1 year or more), Short-term programs (study for 3-6-9 month), Bethlehem College accepts students studying for 2 Terms / 6 months
English as second language

We offer English language support classes across all year levels.  ESOL classes are provided for our primary students (Years 1-6).  Our secondary students may attend English classes taught by our specialist teachers in a smaller class-size environment, where they can upskill in foundational aspects while studying the same or similar content as students in mainstream English.

Years of entry for international students with parents : From : Year 1
To : Year 13
Years of entry for international students without parents : From : Year 7
To : Year 13
Sports

Bethlehem College offers a wide range of sporting activities.  Many are incorporated into the curriculum and all students are expected to participate.

Facilities

Bethlehem College has modern, spacious, fully equipped facilities including specialised music and technology rooms, sports centre, expansive sports fields and an up-to-date performing arts centre.

Application process

Complete Online Application or Enrolment Forms.  You will also need to provide:

  • copy of Passport
  • copy of latest school report (translated)
  • vaccination record
  • for homestay students, an introduction letter to host family including photos

As part of the application process, applicants may be tested to gauge their language levels. To gain entry to Bethlehem College Secondary, your child will need to speak and understand a reasonable level of the English language.

Features of the local area

Tauranga is a beautiful and safe, coastal city in the Bay of Plenty of the North Island. We have a growing population of 160,000+ people. Tauranga is approximately 2 hours drive south of Auckland and is a top holiday and tourist destination. People enjoy the shopping, sun, surf, sand, and other outdoor activities.

Curriculum

Bethlehem College offers the New Zealand National Curriculum and students study for National Certificate in Educational Achievement qualifications (NCEA). All international students are placed directly into mainstream classes.

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