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International Students at Wainui School
Kia ora and welcome!
At Wainui School, we proudly welcome international students to join our caring, high-achieving school community.
Nestled in the beautiful Wainui countryside, just north of Auckland, our school offers a safe, supportive, and inclusive environment where tamariki thrive - both in and out of the classroom.
We currently welcome enrolments for 2025.
Why Choose Wainui School?
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A warm, friendly environment where every child is valued
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A strong academic focus with a wide range of learning opportunities
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A commitment to outdoor education, creativity, and leadership
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Support for English language learners within a full immersion Kiwi school experience
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A vibrant school culture grounded in kindness, whānau, and connection
Get in Touch
We’d love to hear from you. For more information or to arrange a visit or chat, please contact:
📧 School Office: exo@wainui.school.nz
📞 Phone: +64 9 420 5127
👩🏫 Principal, Mrs Gillian Bray: gbray@wainui.school.nz
Enrolment Information
Wainui School is a signatory to the Code of Practice for the Pastoral Care of International Students. This ensures we meet the highest standards in supporting and caring for international students during their time with us.
📘 Learn more about the Code
International students can enrol for a full year or on a per-term basis.
We recommend that families read the Code and related documents prior to enrolling, so we can discuss any questions you may have during your interview.
Important Information for International Families
Immigration
You’ll need a valid student visa to study at Wainui School. For full details about visa requirements, working rights, and study conditions, please visit the New Zealand Immigration website.
Health Services
Most international students are not eligible for publicly funded health care in New Zealand. It’s important to have medical insurance in case you need treatment during your stay. Learn more via the Ministry of Health website.
Accident Insurance
All students are covered by New Zealand’s Accident Compensation Corporation (ACC) for personal injuries—but this does not replace medical insurance. Visit www.acc.co.nz for more details.
Tuition & Additional Costs
International students are required to have appropriate and current medical and travel insurance for the duration of their stay.
All students are encouraged to take part in all areas of school life—classroom learning, outdoor education, sports, arts, and more.
Tuition fees are clearly outlined in our International Student Prospectus and can also be discussed with our Executive Officer by emailing exo@wainui.school.nz.
Additional costs may include:
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Outdoor education activities and trips
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Digital learning resources
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Voluntary extra-curricular activities such as:
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Music lessons (piano, keyboard, guitar, vocals, drums)
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After school sports (with support joining local clubs)
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