International
Pastoral Care
Pastoral Care Melville is well known for its strong commitment to pastoral care of International Students provided by the Director and Staff of International Students At Melville High School We are a signatory to the "Code of Practice for International Students" and can be found listed as such on the Ministry of Education's International Students Code of Practice web site. We have been officially commended by Ministry officials on our full compliance with all the regulations... Read More...
Health and Insurance
Health and Travel Insurance Eligibility for New Zealand Health Services: Most international students are not entitled to publicly funded health services while in New Zealand. If you receive medical treatment during your visit, you may be liable for the full costs of the treatment. Full details on entitlements to publicly-funded health services are available through the Ministry of Health, and can be viewed on their website at http://www.moh.govt.nz Accident Insurance: ... Read More...
Accommodation
Student Accomodation Homestay Information at Melville High School New Zealand families are very friendly. Students will be welcomed into their homestay family. Students will be invited to join with the family outings and activities. New Zealand families usually eat together at the same time. Students are expected to join the family during this time. The homestay host needs to know at all times where the... Read More...
Criteria for Acceptance
Guidelines for Acceptence Melville High School welcomes students from overseas and encourages them to become totally involved in the life of the school. Our school believes in firm discipline and in providing a caring, supportive environment in which students can achieve their potential. We expect our international students to commit themselves to these behaviour guidelines by signing the behaviour contract. Please print the contract, sign it and send it to the school. ... Read More...
Complaints
Complaints Procedure If you have concerns about your treatment by Melville High School, you should speak to the Director of International Students. If you are not satisfied, you must take your complaint to the Principal. If your concerns are not resolved by these internal grievance procedures, you can contact the International Education Appeal Authority (IEAA) at: The International Education Appeal Authority C/- Ministry of Education ... Read More...
Applications
Application Procedure Application Form (PDF) Please print this application form and send it, together with the latest school reports, examination results, photo and testimonials to: The Principal Melville High School Private Bag 3107 Melville Hamilton 3240 New Zealand Applications are considered as they are received. Provided documentation is complete, a provisional "Offer of Placement" should be faxed or e-mailed within 48 hours. An invoice will be included. On receipt of the fees, an... Read More...
Fees and Refunds
International Student Course Fees Registration Fee : (non-refundable) $200.00 Tuition Fee: Full year To be paid in full... Read More...
Student Visa
Getting a Student Visa We strongly recommend that where possible you use a local Education Consultant to help get your Visa. A list of Consultants and Agents is available at the New Zealand Education Service Centre at the New Zealand Embassy or High Commission. The Consultant will deal with all the paperwork for you, and will be in constant communication with us. Immigration: Full details of visa and permit requirements, advice on... Read More...
Curriculum Overview
Curriculum Overview Yellow areas denote compulsory subjects The number BEFORE the subject indicates the NCEA Level The number AFTER the subject indicates the NCEA credits ESOL stands for E nglish for S peakers of O ther L anguages Year 9 Year 10 Year 11 Year 12 Year 13 English English... Read More...
Department Staff
Department Staff The Melville High School International Centre is very fortunate to have two experienced staff members who are all qualified teachers of English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL). Mrs. Clapham has been at Melville High School since the year 2002. She is a registered teacher with a Bachelor in Teaching (B.Tchg) and a Graduate Diploma in Information Technology in Education (GDITE). In addition to teaching. Teacher and Administrator: Sue... Read More...
Further Infomation
Further Information Why choose New Zealand? New Zealand Educated This website answers all your questions about New Zealand as a choice of nation to educate your child. Why choose Hamilton? Hamilton City This website describes our city. Read More...
International Student Profile
International Student Profiles Please note: All profiles are placed in the order they were submitted from the most recent at the top to the oldest at the bottom. Bo Ra Lee from Korea When I first came to Melville High School I was so excited, just like other overseas students. However, problems of how to make friends made life difficult here and also, even though I... Read More...
International Student Centre
International Student Centre Melville High School offers places to international fee paying students who add a positive dimension to the diverse nature of our school. International students are encouraged to become fully involved in Melville’s cultural and sporting activities. Modern suites and facilities are provided for students who have English as a Second Language and programmes are provided at no extra costs. Senior students are prepared for entrance to University. ... Read More...
International Prospectus
International Prospectus Environment Melville High School is a state co-educational secondary school, situated in the South Western area of Hamilton City. The community encompasses city, residential and rural areas. Melville High School, Registration No. 178, has agreed to observe and be bound by the Code of Practice for the Pastoral Care of International Students published by the Minister of Education. Copies of the Code are available on request from this institution or from the New Zealand... Read More...