Takapuna Grammar School
Secondary school in Auckland, New Zealand
Takapuna Grammar School is a government co-educational high school situated on the North Shore of Auckland city. It was opened in 1927 and is one of 7 Grammar Schools built in Auckland. The school is set in 12 hectares of grounds and playing fields and only 15 minutes from Auckland city centre. We have approximately 1850 resident students and 110 international students from across the world.
Students come to Takapuna Grammar School To gain a top quality education:
International students are placed in mainstream classes with a wide choice of subjects All students are tested on entry and placed in courses according to their aims, abilities and interests 90% of school graduates move on to tertiary studies There is access to ongoing ESOL support and English programmes National examination results are consistently well above national averages in all areas Two qualifications on offer National Certificate of Educational Achievement (NCEA) or International Baccalaureate (IB)
To get top quality care:
International students are in home stays or living with parents or designated caregivers and these are regularly visited and carefully vetted The school is a signatory to the Education (Pastoral Care of International Students) Code of Practice 2016. There is a dedicated International Faculty to support students with accommodation, courses, welfare and documentation Students have access to counsellors and careers and university courses advice
To have lots of opportunities:
International students can take part in all activities including Sports – such as football, basketball, hockey, swimming, rugby, and volleyball Cultural – including choirs, orchestras, musicals, plays, and debating Local area trips
To live in a great place, North Shore, Auckland, New Zealand:
With a unique culture and a bicultural history A high socio-economic area with quality housing and facilities With highly sought-after homestays A safe and clean environment Easy access to beaches, parks and only 12 minutes by ferry to Downtown Auckland City
About Auckland
Auckland, New Zealand’s largest city, is a diverse harbour metropolis built around volcanic cones and two coastlines. It offers top secondary schools, universities, varied neighbourhoods and a strong jobs market, with ferries, beaches and regional parks shaping a distinctly outdoor urban lifestyle.
Auckland Region
The Auckland Region is New Zealand’s most populous region, and a vibrant mix of urban, coastal and natural landscapes. Located on the North Island, it spans from rugged west-coast beaches to sheltered east-coast bays and includes the islands of the Hauraki Gulf. It is the country’s commercial and cultural hub, with a richly diverse population and a strong international gateway via its airport and seaport. Whether you’re drawn by its metropolitan energy, volcanic landscapes, or beaches within easy reach, Auckland Region offers international students and schools alike an environment where city-life and natural beauty coexist.
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