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John Paul College
- New Zealand, Bay of Plenty
- Co-educational
- Whitworth Road, PO Box 5040, Rotorua 3044, New Zealand
- +64 2 1179 2088
- https://jpc.school.nz/
- international@jpc.school.nz
Stephen Bloomfield
International Director
| Description | John Paul College (JPC) is a top performing state integrated Catholic school and caters for boys and girls from Year 7 to 13 (ages 11 – 18). Being a Lasallian Catholic school, it is linked to a wide network of similar schools and universities around the world. JPC is widely respected for its many top achievements in its quality academic NCEA), sporting and cultural programmes. Its modern learning environment includes purpose built Technology, Art, Drama, Theatre, Music and Sport facilities. This alongside our friendly environment and comprehensive system of pastoral care (including nurse, counsellors and Deans), help John Paul College deliver on its international motto of ‘nurturing excellence while on adventure'. John Paul College also offers a tiered ESOL programme that caters for each individual student's level of English Language. Most of our International students continue on to university in New Zealand or back in the home country, and John Paul College is able to fully support them in this process. The school itself has a broad diversity of cultures which is further enriched by the increasing roll of international students. Even though JPC’s enrolment now exceeds 1,100 students, successful applicants are usually prioritised over the school’s considerable domestic waiting list. All are welcome to apply. Visit Website for more information. |
| Tuition costs | $16,000 tuition fee per annum, $1,000 Admin fee and $2,020 pastoral care fee. |
| Accommodation | Homestay fee of $280 per week in 2023. |
| School type | Private |
| Student support | 24/7 pastoral care support. The school deaning system is comprehensive and two well qualified school counselors are also on hand. |
| Type of programs | Long-term programs (study for 1 year or more) |
| English as second language | Junior, Foundation and Intermediate ELL classes offered. At least one period of ELL guaranteed per day. |
| Years of entry for international students with parents : | From : Year 7 To : Year 13 |
| Years of entry for international students without parents : | From : Year 7 To : Year 13 |
| Sports | Over 30 different sport codes and a vibrant cultural extra mural programme – especially in the performing arts. |
| Application process | As a basic requirement, Elementary level of English is acceptable, although additional English support is then encouraged. Submit previous school reports and follow school the enrollment in full. |
| Features of the local area | Rotorua is a premier international tourist destination which is famous throughout the world for its unique geothermal sites, spectacular scenery, rich Maori culture and its vast array of exciting adventure activities. This small New Zealand city of 70,000 has a first rate infrastructure to comfortably accommodate the four million tourists who visit each year and is also able to provide excellent service to the local agricultural and forest industries. Its central location enables quick access to Auckland, Tauranga, Taupo and the ski fields, and can be easily reached by bus or via Rotorua’s busy domestic airport. Surrounding the city are sixteen exquisite forest-fringed lakes renowned for its trout fishing and boating. Its world-famous mountain biking facilities are extensive and the local rivers offer numerous thrilling white water and kayaking adventures. To learn more about Rotorua - “the coolest hotspot in New Zealand”, click onto www.rotoruanz.com |
| Curriculum | Wide range of subject choice. NCEA assessment. |
