Hillcrest High School
Secondary school in Hamilton, New Zealand
Hillcrest High School is the perfect place for international students to continue their education journey. We're Hamilton's largest co-educational Year 9 - 13 secondary school with 1780 students. Located in the university suburb of Hillcrest, its enrollment zone extends from residential suburbs into rural lifestyle areas and enjoys excellent transport links to all the wonderful things that Hamilton offers.
At Hillcrest, we're all about helping students succeed. We have a strong academic reputation, and many of our graduates go on to top universities both here in New Zealand and overseas. Offering over 40 subjects students have the chance to find the right courses to fit their unique needs, abilities, and future goals.
But we're not just about study! We offer an extensive range of extracurricular activities, including over 90 student clubs, groups and sports teams.
Students become part of a diverse and supportive community of 50 international students from all over the world. Our comprehensive pastoral care and guidance program helps students feel safe and supported, both at school and at home, from the moment they arrive.
Places for international students are limited and priority is given to long term students with a strong academic background and the level of English that will enable them to cope in their classes.
We welcome your application.
About Hamilton
Hamilton is the Waikato’s largest city, set on the Waikato River with a growing tech, research and agribusiness economy. It features established schools, the university, extensive parks and cycling paths, and easy reach of beaches and caves.
Waikato Region
The Waikato Region lies inland and to the northeast of Auckland, and is known for the Waikato River, its dairy and agricultural heartland, sprawling rural landscapes and growing towns. The region also houses significant educational institutions and offers a strong base for schools, with easy access to major centres and more affordable living. For international students, Waikato combines connectivity to Auckland with space, nature and community.
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