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Rutherford College
- New Zealand, Auckland
- Co-educational
- 18- 20 Kotuku Street, Te Atatu Peninsula, Auckland 0610, New Zealand
- +64 9 8349790
- https://www.rutherford.school.nz/
- bridgesf@rutherford.school.nz
Fiona Bridges
Director, International Students
| Description | Rutherford College has been welcoming international students from all over the world for more than 20 years. As a multi-cultural secondary school of 1400, we are big enough to offer a wide range of opportunities whilst being small enough to care. Our purpose-built International Village provides a place where international students can gather and where our dedicated team of experienced educators work to ensure that all international students are happy and thrive. |
| Tuition costs | 2025 - $16,750 (including tuition and administration fees). |
| Accommodation | Homestay provider is Lake Panorama Student Homestays who has worked closely with us for more than 10 years. 1 Jan – 1 July 2025 homestay weekly fee is $400 per week plus initial administration charges. |
| Student support | Our staff prioritise student care and our international students receive individualised support, care, information, and guidance. Our careers department support students to make informed choices about subjects and pathways into tertiary education while our health care professionals, include full time counsellors and nurses. |
| Type of programs | Long-term programs (study for 1 year or more), Short-term programs (study for 3-6-9 month), Short programs – minimum 1 term. |
| English as second language | We offer 8 different English Language programmes from Foundation Level through to English for Academic Purposes, providing flexibility of movement between levels and allowing us to cater for students at all levels of proficiency. Students who require English Language support receive up to 8 hours of English Language per week. |
| Years of entry for international students with parents : | From : Year 9 To : Year 13 |
| Years of entry for international students without parents : | From : Year 9 To : Year 13 |
| Sports | Believing that extracurricular activities are an integral part of a student’s educational experience we offer and promote a wide range of sporting, cultural, performing arts and leadership opportunities. International students are encouraged and supported to participate in these, and their representation and participation adds to their holistic experience. |
| Application process | The minimum English language entry requirement for students depends on their academic goal, length of study and age. Application information and online form is available on our website. |
| Features of the local area | Our location on Te Atatu Peninsula, approximately 10 minutes drive to Downtown Auckland, offers breathtaking views of the upper Waitemata Harbour. We have public transport on our doorstep and being situated near the Waitakere Ranges means that bush walks and visits to beaches are just a short drive away. |
| Curriculum | NCEA curriculum. Full range of academic subjects offered at all levels of study. |
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