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International Prospectus

Pinehurst School welcomes international students from Years 1–13 who are looking for a supportive, high-quality education in a safe and inclusive environment. We value the cultural diversity our international students bring, and we believe they enrich our whole community.

Please note: we do not offer short-term study placements. We focus on providing consistent, long-term academic and personal growth for each student.

International Prospectus

Our Admissions Manager will guide you through the application process and assist with:

Student visa applications
Homestay accommodation
Travel and health insurance

All services are provided at no additional cost.

Once enrolled, students take part in a full orientation programme and receive ongoing pastoral care throughout their time at Pinehurst. Students are placed in classes suited to their age and academic background, with additional subject support available if required.

To apply, please complete our [International Application Form – insert link], and provide:

The application fee
A certified copy of the student’s passport
Two most recent, certified school reports
A character reference from their current school
Evidence of prior learning (in the original language, not translated)

If you have any questions, please contact [email protected]

All students are interviewed and may be assessed to determine:

English language level (written and spoken)
Academic readiness for selected courses
Personal character and school values alignment
Past school reports and references
Contribution to co-curricular life (sport, music, service etc.)
Availability of places at the preferred year level
Suitable accommodation arrangements

Our homestay placements are arranged and monitored by our International Liaison in accordance with the Pastoral Care of International Learners Code of Practice.

If you choose your own designated caregiver, we will request details in advance. Students under 11 years of age must live with a parent.

For current homestay pricing, please contact [email protected]

We have a strong network of support available for all international students, including:

House System: Every student belongs to one of our four Houses — Matai, Kauri, Totara, or Rimu — for a sense of belonging and extra pastoral care.
Counsellor: A confidential counselling service is available to all students.
Health Clinic: Our on-site nurse is available for medical support during school hours.
Careers Counsellor: Students in Years 11–13 have access to our Careers Advisor for university pathways, course guidance, and planning.

Pinehurst is proud to be a signatory to the New Zealand Government’s Code of Practice for the Pastroral Care of International Students. This means we’re comitted to providing a safe, welcoming, and supporitive environment for every international student in our care. You can read more about the code here.

From their very first day, international students are supported to thrive. Our orientation programme covers school routines, classroom expectations, and life in New Zealand. Students quickly build friendships, join co-curricular activities, and grow in confidence.