International Students

St Dominic’s College welcomes international students from all over the world. We offer:

• a caring, supportive environment for students to learn, develop and realise their full potential
• a tradition of high academic standards and excellent academic results
• a broad curriculum with a wide choice of subjects
• modern, first-class facilities with a motivated teaching staff
• an environment which emphasises academic learning and Gospel values
• homestay with a caring New Zealand family
• a well-staffed ESOL department and ESOL courses from beginner to advanced levels
• an International Student Director on site full time
• experience in preparing international students for Universities and Institutes of Technology

St Dominic’s College is situated in West Auckland, an area renowned for its beautiful beaches, bush walks, rural character and mild climate. The school is in a residential suburb with a large shopping mall nearby and excellent bus/train facilities to downtown Auckland City, 25 kilometres away. Set in spacious grounds, the school is equipped with first-class facilities, including a swimming pool, gymnasium, tennis and netball courts, IT centre, music suite, an ESOL centre, a comprehensive library, fully-equipped science laboratories and purpose-built facilities for public performances. Modern teaching resources and specialist rooms, in conjunction with highly-motivated teaching staff, create an environment that fosters a love and enjoyment of learning.

At St Dominic’s, international students are not only encouraged to achieve academically but also to develop a sense of involvement and participation in the College and the New Zealand way of life. Our international students enjoy a high rate of success in continuing on to and succeeding at tertiary level.

 

Why study in New Zealand?

New Zealand offers a beautiful, safe, clean, green environment with friendly people and a high standard of living, while still being excellent value for money. New Zealand society values the importance of education, with students gaining internationally-recognized qualifications that contribute to their future success in all areas of adult life.