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Enrolment information and applications can be requested from our Director of International Students Pam Webb.
Hukanui School currently caters for International Students from ages 5 to 11 (Year 1 to Year 6) . Enrolments are accepted for a minimum of 4 weeks, with a preference for a full term or up to 4 terms within any 12-month period. Our school year running from early February to mid December. Please note that the final decision regarding the acceptance of international students rests with the Principal and may be influenced by student movements, potential changes, and the number of students in each year group at the time of your enquiry. This ensures we continue to provide a high-quality New Zealand learning experience.
For the International student application we will require:
A copy of the student’s birth certificate
A copy of the child’s immunisation certificate
Completed International Student Application Form and Contract of Enrolment
Completed ELL Supplementary Form
Visa for student and the accompanying parent (child must stay with parent)
Passport for the student and the accompanying parent
Proof of full Travel and Medical insurance for the duration of their stay in New Zealand.
Once all paperwork has been submitted to the school, you will receive an offer of place and invoice.
International Learner Fees:
All our international learners experience includes:
Full integration into a New Zealand classroom at Hukanui Primary School
English Language support by way of a Learning Assistant
Hukanui Primary School stationery
Activity Fees for school trips and outings
International Student Fees do not cover the cost of:
Airfares.
Accommodation
Medical and travel insurance
Student Visa or Immigration requirement costs
Transport to and from school
Hukanui Primary School uniform
Hukanui Primary School Camps
Food during school hours
Refunds and Queries and Concerns
Refund Conditions:
All applications for a refund of International Student fees must be in writing to the Principal, for approval by the Board of Trustees.
If the International Student has enrolled but has not yet started the course: The Tuition Fees may then be refunded in full -less a $1000.00 administration charge.
Withdrawing or transferring to another school without notification, may incur an additional
penalty.
If the International Student has started the course and is still in the first half of the course: The Tuition Fee may be refunded less the following charges:
An Administration Fee of $1000.00.
The cost of the course up to the time of withdrawal on a pro rata basis.
If the International Student has started the course and is in the second half of that course: The Tuition Fees will only be refunded if there are special reasons for the student leaving such as becoming seriously ill or serious illness in the student’s family or some other special reason.
If a refund is to be claimed the International Learner must:
Write a letter explaining the special reasons
Have a letter from the learner’s family or Education Agent explaining the reasons, or
Supply a medical certificate
The Principal in consultation with the Board of Trustees will make the decision regarding a refund in these circumstances.
There are NO refunds if a student has been asked to leave the school because of bad behaviour, poor attendance or because the student has broken the school’s rules.
Queries and Concerns:
While we hope that students will be happy at school there may be times when you may have questions or concerns. Please do not hesitate to ask for help or let us know if there is something upsetting or worrying your child. We are here to make sure your child gains a lot from their International Learner experience. The contact person for any queries is in the first instance the classroom teacher and then the International Coordinator.
We are proud of our International Learner programme and have a strong history of International Learner success. However, if you feel your problems have not been solved you may contact the International Education Appeal Authority, whose address is: International Education Appeal Authority: C/- Ministry of Education Private Bag 92644 Symonds Street, Auckland New Zealand Phone: 64-9-632 9513 Email: info.ieaa@minedu.govt.nz
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