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Sancta Maria College
Enrolment Information Booklet
Our Mission Statement
We are committed to preparing our students to embrace the future
by providing a complete Catholic education.
In a safe, nurturing community, shaped by our values.
Contents
Welcome ............................................................................................................................................................3
About Us ............................................................................................................................................................4
School Information ...........................................................................................................................................6
Pastoral Care .....................................................................................................................................................7
Teaching and Learning .....................................................................................................................................8
Opportunities at Sancta Maria College..........................................................................................................12
Enrolment Timelines, Priority of Enrolment and Zone Description ............................................................13
Uniform and Expectations of Behaviour .......................................................................................................16
Cyber Safety and BYOD..................................................................................................................................17
Financial Contributions ..................................................................................................................................18
Contact Details ................................................................................................................................................22
‘A school-wide focus on knowing each student begins with using the good quality information received from
contributing schools. Individual student profiles are collated and shared with teachers to provide a
comprehensive foundation for planning class programmes’
Education Review Office
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Welcome
Welcome to Sancta Maria College and thank you for your interest in our school.
The College has a proud and valued tradition for academic excellence, high
levels of achievement and developing a love of learning. Our caring staff show
a genuine interest in each student’s development and empower him or her to
strive to be the best that they can be. We are also renowned for providing
leadership opportunities and encouraging student participation in activities that
are an extension of classroom-based learning and a vibrant co-curricular
programme (sport, music, drama, robotics, chess, orienteering, service,
outreach and other interest groups). This is all incorporated and lived each day
through our Catholic teachings, beliefs and core values in a family environment.
It is our Catholic Community of faith that unites us.
We enjoy modern teaching and learning facilities that enable the delivery of innovative programmes. Our
students enjoy the expansive courtyards and green spaces around the environmentally friendly Campus.
We hope your child’s entry into Sancta Maria College will begin a long and mutually rewarding association with
the College. We pride ourselves on building positive relationships and links with parents/caregivers/whanau
and the wider community.
The best way to experience all that Sancta Maria College has to offer is to visit us. We look forward to
welcoming you to our College to give an insight into the educational opportunities we provide.
Louise Moore
Principal
Over the last 6 years, Sancta Maria has instilled in us strong core values that continue to empower us to be
the best versions of ourselves and to lead those around us to excellence.
Sancta Maria College provides a safe and nurturing environment that allows students to grow in their faith and
to thrive in their academic successes. Endless opportunities are provided to students that allow them to grow
and achieve their ultimate best. Along the way, long lasting friendships are formed and unforgettable
memories are created.
Sancta Maria College’s Special Character is what makes us different from other schools. Our motto, “Faith is
Our Compass” guides us as we grow as individuals and as a whole school community, through our Catholic
faith. The school values underpin life at the College and help us to live our day-to-day lives being the best we
can.
For us Year 13s, our time at Sancta Maria College is unfortunately coming to an end; which is why we are
taking every opportunity that is presented to us, not taking anything for granted and cherishing every
moment.
We are both honoured and privileged to serve in such an incredible
community and be part of a loving family.
Tristan Tualagi (Head Boy 2020) and
Francesca Adams (Head Girl 2020)
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About Us
Our Heritage
Sancta Maria College is a Year 7-13 integrated co-educational school located in Flat Bush, Botany South. It opened
in January 2004 for Years 7, 8 and 9 students with a roll of 314. Today, we are a vibrant community of learners
comprising of 1000 students and over 100 staff.
The College is named after the mission schooner Sancta Maria on which Bishop Jean Baptiste Pompallier sailed
around New Zealand. The name Sancta Maria is a Latin title for Mary the Mother of God. It means Holy Mary. While
the school is named after the schooner, the emphasis is on ‘Holy Mary’, on which our charism is based.
Bishop Pompallier, who is a specially-honoured pioneer of the New Zealand Catholic Church, arrived in the Hokianga
from France in 1838 with a group of Marist Priests and Brothers. With this group, he sailed around New Zealand
converting the settlers to Catholicism in the early 1840s. Fathers Garin and Viard who accompanied Bishop
Pompallier established the Churches in Howick and Panmure.
Bishop Pompallier devised his own flag for the vessel – a bunting version of the Miraculous Medal. It consisted of a
blue cross surmounting a large M and surrounded by twelve stars. These twelve stars (representing the twelve
Apostles) have been incorporated into the school logo to represent our College Values, along with the Sancta Maria
and the school’s motto ‘Faith is our Compass’.
The College’s name commemorates the historic arrival and work of Bishop Pompallier. There is a comparison
between the vessel Sancta Maria being used to spread the Word and our College being a vessel for nurturing
spiritually and deepening our personal relationship with a loving God.
Bishop Pompallier sailed to Hokianga and several other mission stations in New Zealand, three of which were
Kororareka (Russell), Waitemata and Akaroa. These four places represent our College Houses.
Homerooms at each year level are named after past or present Bishops of Diocese of Auckland. The names of these
bishops are:
BRN Bishop Denis George Browne
CLE Bishop Henry William Cleary
DNN Bishop Patrick James Dunn
GNS Bishop Edward Russell Gaines
LIS Archbishop James Michael Liston
MAC Bishop John Mackey
What We Value
Catholic
Our lives and the life of the College are modelled on Jesus’ life and our Catholic teachings and beliefs. The college
nurtures spirituality and helps students to discover God’s love and purpose in every aspect of daily living. Gospel
values, prayer and liturgy pervade every aspect of the College’s culture.
Education
Sancta Maria College is an academic school committed to empowering each individual to strive towards reaching
their full potential and at their highest possible standard, through the educational opportunities and experiences
provided. The curriculum, including Religious Education, is taught with a Catholic dimension and emphasis is given
to educating the whole person. Student achievement at the College places it as one of the leading academic Catholic
Colleges in Auckland.
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Vision Statement
Learning excellence, centred on our Catholic faith, personal growth, service to others and strong academic success.
Mission Statement
With Catholic Faith as our compass, celebrated in the Eucharistic community at Sancta Maria College, we will
nurture confident, compassionate and connected life-long learners. We will be inspired to make a positive difference
to a future global community and to the wider Catholic Church to which we belong.
Core Values
AROHA We act with love; we care for ourselves, each other and our world
FAITH We grow our relationship with Christ
HOPE We believe in God’s purpose for our lives
RESPECT We think of others first, affirming and upholding the humanity and dignity of all
As we journey in faith and learning all of us will grow in mana by demonstrating
Kindness
Courage
Diligence
Empathy
Forgiveness
Gratitude
Honesty
Humility
Tolerance
Integrity
Kaitiakitanga
Resilience
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School Information
Sancta Maria College is committed to
Building a staff of high quality and commitment. High priority is given to appoint staff who are experts in their
specialist teaching areas and wholly committed to the College’s Special Catholic Character.
Providing the best possible school environment for teaching and learning. Sancta Maria’s buildings have been
designed as state of the art facilities for teaching and learning.
Reporting to Parents and Caregivers
A full written report is prepared for all students twice a year. Parent interview evenings are held during the year where
parents/caregivers are invited to discuss their child’s report with subject teachers. Date and times of these will be in the
school newsletter and on the school website. An interim report during Term 1 will also be prepared to show how students
have settled into the new academic year.
Newsletters
Newsletters will be distributed regularly via email. Newsletters contain information about school highlights and up-coming
events, as well as celebrating students’ achievements and successes. There will also be supplementary notices with
urgent information emailed to parents when there is a need. There will be a small number of printed newsletters
available in the Student Centre if required. You may also view a copy of the current and previous newsletters on our
website: www.sanctamaria.school.nz and the College App.
Sancta Maria College App
Download the Sancta Maria College App on your device to be up-to-date with College events and news.
The App features:
- Direct dial/email absentee
- Daily Notices
- View and add school events to your phone’s calendar
- Direct link to our website
- News Centre
- Term Dates
School Buses to Sancta Maria College
Sancta Maria College is serviced by the Howick & Eastern Bus Services.
To travel on the bus you need to purchase an AT Hop card. Visit the following website for information on where to
purchase a Hop Card and how to top up online: www.at.govt.nz/bus-train-ferry/at-hop-card/
The bus routes provided for Sancta Maria College can be viewed on the following website:
https://at.govt.nz/bus-train-ferry/timetables/school-timetables/sancta-maria-college-and-primary/
Students travelling from Manukau City Centre to Sancta Maria College can use the 35 bus.
Students travelling from Manurewa can use the 362 bus and transfer to the 35 bus at Manukau.
Please visit the following website and enter the bus numbers above to find times and routes from these areas:
www.at.govt.nz/bus-train-ferry/timetables/
The Ministry of Education provides a bus service from the Beachlands and Maraetai areas, which takes students to a
range of schools. These buses depart from allocated bus stops in the area around 7.30 am. Students may have to
change buses at the Whitford Interchange depending which bus they are on to reach Sancta Maria College.
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Pastoral Care
Our cohesive and experienced Pastoral Care team of specialist staff offer pastoral support, advice and guidance to
nurture individuals and ensure that their well-being has a direct influence on personal happiness, academic achievement
and contribution to school and family life. We work together with the student, parents, caregivers and family to provide a
caring, supportive and safe learning environment. Sancta Maria College is a Restorative Practices School.
Pastoral support includes the following specialists:
The Senior Leadership Team
Director of Pastoral Care
Year level Deans
Homeroom teacher
Head of Years 7 and 8
Head of Learning Support
Guidance Counsellors
RTLB specialist and cluster support
College Chaplain
Director and Assistant Director of Religious Studies
Head of ESOL
Peer Support Co-ordinators
Careers department
NZ Police Liaison Officer
Liaison with numerous external pastoral support agencies A holistic, wrap-around approach to pastoral care and the use
of restorative practices sets the conditions for success in student wellbeing and achievement
Education Review Office 2018
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Teaching and Learning
Academic Success
Students at Sancta Maria College consistently achieve outstanding academic results.
2019 NCEA results:
Level 1 – 97.8% pass rate with 80.4% endorsed at Excellence or Merit.
Level 2 – 99.3% pass rate with 73.4% endorsed at Excellence or Merit.
Level 3 – 95.9% pass rate with 58.4% endorsed at Excellence or Merit.
2019 University Scholarships:
Financial Scholarships from a range of Universities were offered to Year 13
Students in 2019. These Scholarships totalled over $137,000.00
2019 University Entrance:
81.3% of our Level 3 Students gained University Entrance.
Our students continue to achieve NCEA at an outstanding level, placing Sancta Maria College as one of the leading
schools in Auckland for NCEA achievement. Teaching and learning at Sancta Maria College is future-focused,
emphasising skills and dispositions needed for our students to successfully take their place in the world beyond
education. At the centre of all of our school’s learning are the Special Catholic Character values, which provide the
foundation for positive teacher-learner relationships. Positive classroom relationships are the cornerstone of all
successful learning. At Sancta Maria College success is for all, and the diversity of student abilities is acknowledged and
supported.
Sancta Maria College has state of the art learning facilities, which include:
A chapel which, as a sacred space, allows for masses, liturgies and quiet reflection
Classrooms that are innovative and pleasant teaching and learning environments
Specialist rooms for arts, including visual art, music and drama
Specialist technology facilities catering for food technology, electronics, digital technology, hard and soft materials
technology, graphics and biotechnology
A fully-integrated information technology system serving computer laboratories, library and classrooms to enhance
student learning
A large and modern auditorium for assemblies, prizegiving, masses and special events such as musical
productions and performances
A modern, fully-equipped gymnasium including full-sized netball and basketball courts and a weight-training facility
An attractive, landscaped setting including sports fields, walkways, trees, environmental and shaded areas
A wide range of subjects and learning opportunities is offered to all students. There is a high importance placed on the
use of digital technology across the curriculum, with all students having access to the internet and email facilities.
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School Curriculum
Religious Education (compulsory for all students at all Year levels)
English
Health and Physical Education
Learning Languages
Mathematics and Statistics
Science
Social Sciences
Technology
The Arts
These, together with the core Values and Key Competencies, form the basis of the
delivery of the curriculum.
Students in Years 7-10 will receive a broad and balanced education by undertaking
study involving all of the learning areas.
Students in Years 11-13 will, through a wide range of subject choices, gain credits towards the National Certificate of
Educational Achievement (NCEA). Scholarship examinations are offered to Year 13 and identified Year 12 students.
Please refer to the subject chart on the following pages for the full curriculum outline.
Effective co-ordination between pastoral and curriculum teams and teachers, parents and outside agencies ensure all
students access the curriculum and participate well in appropriate learning programmes.
Education Review Office 2018
NOTE
For further and current curriculum information, please refer to our website: www.sanctamaria.school.nz
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Subjects Offered for Years 7 – 10
YEAR 7 YEAR 8 YEAR 9 YEAR 10
Religious Religious
Religious Education Religious Education
Education Education
English English English English
Health and Health and
Health and Physical
Health and Physical Education Physical Physical
Education
Education Education
Mathematics Mathematics Mathematics Mathematics
Science Science Science Science
Social Social
Social Studies Social Studies
Studies Studies
Technology
Digital
Technology Food/
Technologies
Food/ Fabric/ Hard Materials Fabric/ Hard
(Two Terms)
Materials
Visual Arts Visual Arts
Music Music
Language Language
Options Options Options
(one to (one to (two to choose from)
choose from) choose from)
French French French
Japanese Japanese Japanese
Language Language
*Drama
Support Support
*Business Studies
Arts Option
*Design & Visual
(two to
Communications
choose from)
Music *Digital Technologies
Visual Arts *Music
Drama *Technology – Fabric
*Technology – Food
Technology
*Technology –
(one to
Materials
choose from)
Fabric *Visual Art
Food *Subjects may be started
at this level
Hard Compulsory subjects
Materials
Specialist Courses
Specialist Courses are offered to students with particular learning needs.
These include:
English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL)
English Language Support
In-class learning support for Years 7-9
Other Languages may be available
This information is accurate at time of printing.
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YEAR 11 YEAR 12 YEAR 13
Religious Education Religious Education Religious Education
English English
Physical Education – Core Physical Education – Core
Mathematics
Science
Options (two to choose from) Options (four to choose from) Options (five to choose from)
Accounting Commerce Accounting
Art - Visual Art Art – Design
Design & Visual Communication Art – Photography Art – Painting
Drama Biology Art – Photography
Digital Technologies Chemistry Art – Sculpture
Economics Design & Visual Communication Biology
ESOL Digital Technologies Business Studies
French Drama Chemistry
Geography Early Childhood Education Classical Studies
History Economics Design & Visual Communication
Japanese French Digital Technologies
Music Geography Drama
Physical Education Studies History Early Childhood Education
Technology – Fabric Science Japanese Economics
Technology – Food Mathematics English
Technology – Multi Materials Media Studies French
Music Geography
Physical Education Studies History
Physics Japanese
Compulsory Subjects Science Mathematics with Calculus
Technology – Fashion and Design Mathematics with Statistics
NOTE
In some instances a subject may not Technology – Food and Hospitality Media Studies
be offered due to insufficient demand. Technology – Multi Materials Music
Some subjects will require an
associated cost, which will be required Travel and Tourism Physical Education Studies
to be paid prior to course Trades up – Construction, Plumbing, Electrical Physics
commencement.
ESOL is available in all Year Levels. World of Work Science
This information is accurate at time Secondary School Police Studies Secondary School Police Studies
of printing.
Technology – Food and Hospitality Technology – Fashion and Design
* Subjects Mandarin and Dance will be Technology – Multi Materials
offered on sufficient demand
Trades up – Construction, Plumbing, Electrical
Travel and Tourism
Sancta Maria College Information Booklet Page 11 Version March 2020Opportunities at Sancta Maria College
At Sancta Maria College, we have the vision of giving students the opportunity to discover and develop their talents:
spiritual, academic, cultural or sporting. We strongly encourage students to strive to reach their potential in all that they
do. The following is an indication of activities that are available at the school. These may vary from year to year and,
as interest grows, other activities will be added.
‘The college offers an enriching range of co-curricular activities. There are many
opportunities for students to build their leadership capability’.
Education Review Office
‘Sancta Maria College serves its community well. It provides students with a
supportive and inclusive environment that promotes learning and high levels of
achievement’
Education Review Office
SPORT GROUPS AND ACTIVITIES PERFORMING ARTS
Athletics AFS Intercultural Programme Art Exhibitions
Badminton Anime Club Choirs (boys and girls)
Basketball Book Clubs College Production
Cricket Chess Club Concert Band
Cross-country Debating Drama
Distance Running Environmentalists Individual and group music
Duathlon Film Appreciation Club instruction
Equestrian Film Production Club Jazz Bands
Football Inter-Cultural Club Kapa Haka
Futsal Kid Literacy Quiz Korean Drumming
Hockey Liturgy Committee Orchestra
Netball News Centre Team Pasifika Groups
Rugby Outreach Committee Rock Bands
Soccer Peer Support String Groups
Softball School Camps Stage Challenge
Swimming School Year Book Talent Quests
Squash Speech Competitions Theatre Sports
Table Tennis Spelling Bee
Tennis Spirit of Adventure
Touch Rugby Sports Committee
Triathlon Talented Writers Group
Volleyball The Young New Zealanders’
Challenge
Writing Competition
Young Vinnies
Sancta Maria College Information Booklet Page 12 Version March 2020Enrolment Timelines, Priority of Enrolment and Zone Description
Annual Enrolment Open Day Afternoon
The enrolment process begins after our Annual Enrolment Open Day Afternoon, which takes place in March each year.
At this time, you can join one of our guided tours led by our student leaders to view the key areas of the College including
Year 7 classrooms before returning to the Auditorium in time for The Principal’s presentation.
Enrolment Timelines for *Priority 1, 2 and 3 students – *see below
you will be notified about your offer of a place in priority order as specified below:
18 March 2020 (Wednesday) Enrolments Open
29 May 2020 (Friday) Enrolments close at 4pm
Mid-June 2020 Offer of place for Priority 1 students
Late June 2020 Confirmation of Acceptance (Priority 1)
Early August 2020 Offer of place for Priority 2 students (subject to availability)
Mid-August 2020 Confirmation of Acceptance (Priority 2)
Priority 3 Depending on availability, a ballot will be conducted for Priority 3
NOTE: Families from all priorities with an offer of place are required to confirm acceptance of that offer
by the scheduled date. Failure to do so will mean forfeiture of your child’s enrolment place.
All Other Priority Groups (Priority 4-6 students)
Places will be offered subject to availability. A ballot system is applied.
For enrolments at Year Levels 8 to 13
First priority will be in accordance with Priority 3 above. In the event that there are more applicants within any of the priority
categories than there are places available, enrolments will be prioritised in the following order and then, if required, by an
independently-supervised ballot:
Applicants who are siblings of current students
Applicants who are currently enrolled in other Catholic Primary Schools
Parents/Caregivers who are regularly and actively involved in parish ministries
Applicants who attend Our Lady Star Of The Sea, St Mark’s School or Sancta Maria Catholic Primary School
(reference priority 5&6 only)
All other applicants
*Priority of Enrolment
Sancta Maria College has a Ministry of Education-approved enrolment scheme that has clearly defined priorities of
enrolment. The information on College boundaries has been described overleaf.
PRIORITY 1 In-Zone Catholic Student at one of our feeder schools:
Our Lady Star of The Sea, St Mark’s School or Sancta Maria Catholic Primary School
PRIORITY 2 Out Of Zone Catholic Student at one of our feeder schools:
Our Lady Star of The Sea, St Mark’s School or Sancta Maria Catholic Primary School
PRIORITY 3 Other In-Zone Catholic Student
PRIORITY 4 Out Of Zone Catholic Student
PRIORITY 5 In-Zone Non-Catholic Student
PRIORITY 6 Out Of Zone Non-Catholic Student
Sancta Maria College Information Booklet Page 13 Version March 2020NOTE: All Catholic Students applying under Priorities 1 – 5 are required to attach completed
(by the Parish Priest) Diocese Preference Certificate which is included in the Enrolment pack. This form must be specific to
Sancta Maria College. You can find information on ‘seeking preference of enrolment at Catholic Schools’ below.
Sancta Maria College Information Booklet Page 14 Version March 2020Zone descriptions Starting at the Otara Creek, the zone boundary follows the Tamaki River northwards and follows the coastline around Musick Point, around Whitford, Beachlands and Maraetai until the Wairoa River. Follow the Wairoa River and across to the intersection of North Road, Twilight Road and Papakura-Clevedon Road. From there, a line is drawn westwards until the intersection of Whitford Park Road and Sandstone Road, so as to exclude Ara-Kotinga, Kimpton Road and Polo Lane. Follow Sandstone Road until Ormiston Road, including Regis Lane and Shepherds Lane. From there, follow Ormiston Road to the west including turning south into Murphy’s Road. Follow Murphy’s Road until Thomas Road. Head west down to Thomas Road (south sides excludes) and Dawson Road (south sides excluded) until Te Irirangi Drive. Head north along Te Irirangi Drive (west side excluded) until Belinda Avenue. From there, follow a line around Belinda Avenue (excluded), and Rongomai Road (excluded), until the intersection of Rongomai Road and Dawson Road. Head north along Preston Road (west side excluded), East Tamaki Road (west side excluded) and Springs Road (west side excluded) until Kerwyn Avenue. Head west along Kerwyn Avenue and south down Andromeda Crescent until the Otara Creek. NOTE Both sides of boundary roads are included in the zone, unless otherwise stated. Sancta Maria College Information Booklet Page 15 Version March 2020
Uniform and Expectations of Behaviour Uniform Sancta Maria College is a uniform school and ALL students must wear correct regulation uniform at school, on the way to and from school, and on all official school trips. The school uniform is authorised by the Board of Trustees. At all times, students are expected to take pride in their appearance and dress neatly. Uniform should be in the correct size, be worn correctly and kept clean and tidy. All clothing must be clearly named. The School Uniform and grooming should be maintained to a high standard at all times. Only uniform clothing is to be worn and must be purchased from the designated suppliers. No non-regulation jackets or scarves, etc. are to be worn with school uniform. The wearing of regulation school uniform is a condition of attendance. The official school uniform is available from our Uniform Shop as well as Elizabeth Michael Corporate Wear, 4 Bond Street, Grey Lynn. Following enrolment acceptance, you will receive further specific information on the school uniform and appearance code, the date for making the uniform available for purchase at the College in November, and the hours of our onsite Uniform Shop later in the year and the start of the school year. All details regarding days and times can be found on our website: www.sanctamaria.school.nz The approximate cost of a Junior School uniform, excluding shoes is $370. The Board of Trustees also exercises the right to amend or include items in the regulations if, and when, the need arises. How to contact Uniform Shop If you have any questions regarding the school uniform, please contact our Uniform Shop: Uniform Shop phone: (09) 272 5601 Uniform Shop email: uniformshop@sanctamaria.school.nz School Regulations, Standards and Expectations of Behaviour Acceptance of school standards and expectations of behaviour is a condition of enrolment. There is a high standard of behaviour expected inside and outside the classroom. These must be known and understood. These are to protect students and staff so that everyone can feel safe and enjoy learning in a caring, supportive, nurturing and positive environment. The school advises against bringing personal items to school and can take no responsibility for personal items that may go missing. Sancta Maria College Information Booklet Page 16 Version March 2020
Cyber Safety Introduction The measures to ensure the cyber safety of Sancta Maria College outlined in the Cyber Safety Agreement are based on our values as expressed in the school’s Charter. The school’s computer network, internet access facilities, computers and other school ICT equipment/devices bring great benefits to the teaching and learning programmes at Sancta Maria College and to the effective operation of the school. Our school has cyber safety practices in place, which include Cyber Safety Agreements for all school staff and students. The overall goal of the school is to create and maintain a cyber-safe culture in keeping with the values of the school, legislative and professional obligations. Bring Your Own Device (BYOD) Why Sancta Maria College has gone Digital At Sancta Maria College, we want to provide 21st century learning experiences using online tools and access to ‘own devices’ to communicate, collaborate and create new knowledge and understanding. We ask all Year 7 to 13 students to bring their own digital device to school. BYOD Agreement Form and Protocol for the Use of Technology on Campus As new technologies continue to change the world in which we live, they also provide many new and positive educational benefits for classroom instruction. Digital devices will be used to support learning by allowing students to use online resources such as Office 365 and Schoology. NOTE: You will receive the Cyber Safety Agreement and BYOD Acceptable Use Agreement together with the Acceptance Letter when you are offered a place at the College. You will be required to read, sign and return both Agreements together with your acceptance letter. Sancta Maria College Information Booklet Page 17 Version March 2020
Financial Contributions
Structure of Financial Contributions: 2020 (current year)
Diocese Attendance Dues: $ 448 $ 880
Proprietors Contribution $ 355* $ 355*
Special Character: $ 50* $ 50*
$ 853 $1,285
School Financial Contribution: $ 842* $ 785*
$1,695 $2,070
* These items are tax deductible.
Family discount of $100 applies if three (3) or more children attend Sancta Maria College.
The Financial Contributions outlined above are accurate as per 2020 academic year and the SMC Financial Contributions
are currently under review. Increases will be adjusted at the start of each school year.
Options for payment:
Years 7/8 Years 9-13
(a) Payment in full by 31 March (5% discount) $1,611.00 $1,967.00
(b) Per term (by end second week each term) $ 424.00 $ 518.00
NOTE: If your child is offered a place at Sancta Maria College, we ask for a commitment payment of $420 to be
paid at the time of acceptance of a place. This is the equivalent of approximately one term’s financial
contribution, and will be credited against your child’s financial account at the start of the academic year. If you
wish to set up and commence an automatic payment for the following year at the time of acceptance this can be
arranged.
Details of each component are detailed as below:
Attendance Dues
Attendance Dues are a compulsory payment under the terms of the Private Schools Conditional Integration Act 1975
and a condition of enrolment at Sancta Maria College. Attendance Dues are charged for all students who attend
Catholic Schools in New Zealand.
Attendance Dues are used to repay loans for building works done at schools in the Auckland Diocese, property-related
costs including school building works, buildings insurance and costs directly associated with the administration of
Attendance Dues.
Attendance Dues are collected by Sancta Maria College on behalf of the school’s Proprietor, the Roman Catholic Bishop
of Auckland. These are forwarded to the Auckland Common Fund Limited, a company established by the proprietors of
Catholic-integrated schools in the Diocese of Auckland responsible for the collection of Attendance Dues.
The contributions detailed below show the GST-exempt portion, which qualifies for the Donation Income Tax Rebate.
A Donation Tax Receipt is automatically emailed but is also available on request. More information is available from the
school Cashier.
Special Character
This contribution provides the main source of funding for all services provided to Sancta Maria College by the Catholic
Education Services Board. No contributions are made by the Government for these services. The Catholic Education
Services Board assists schools to provide a Catholic education for your child through the preservation and enhancement
of the Catholic Special Character in our schools. This contribution is GST exempt: tax deductible.
Sancta Maria College Information Booklet Page 18 Version March 2020Proprietors Contribution
This contribution is forwarded to the Auckland Catholic Diocese for the on-going development of Sancta Maria College.
This contribution is GST exempt: tax deductible.
Sancta Maria College Financial Contribution
This is required by the Sancta Maria College Board of Trustees to cover a wide range of costs that are not met by the
Ministry of Education. This contribution is to cover extra resources for the benefit of students including additional
staffing, co-curricular sports and musical equipment, additional curriculum learning equipment and materials such as
digital resources, and any other expenditure on behalf of the students as may be approved by the Board. This
contribution is subject to change should the Board see fit to alter it. This contribution is GST exempt: tax deductible.
Subject and Activity Fees
At the start of each year students will be charged for various activities and subject fees for the course options they have
chosen and signed that the associated charges will be met. These charges are issued on a separate invoice and are to
be paid for by the date specified on the invoice. All other activity charges will be added by various departments at the
time of activity after communication has been sent to parents/caregivers.
NOTE: An outline for the annual SMC Financial Contributions and general subject activities for the start of the
2020 academic year are outlined below. Please note that this does not include specific subject related costs if
your child has chosen that particular curriculum subject. These will be added onto your account for course
enhancement costs for the chosen subjects.
Year 7
$ 448 Attendance Dues (GST inclusive)
$1,247 Financial Contributions (as outlined above; GST exempt)
$ 50 Technology (GST inclusive)
$ 10 RE Digital Resource (GST inclusive)
$ 20 Religious Education Retreat (GST inclusive)
$ 10 Identification/Copying card (GST inclusive)
$ 10 Photocopying credits (GST inclusive)
$1,795 TOTAL
The total portion, which qualifies for the Donation Income Tax Rebate is: $1,247
Year 8
$ 448 Attendance Dues (GST inclusive)
$1,247 Financial Contributions (as outlined above; GST exempt)
$ 350 Camp (GST inclusive) – (charge to be confirmed)
$ 50 Technology (GST inclusive)
$ 10 RE Digital Resource (GST inclusive)
$ 20 Religious Education Retreat (GST inclusive)
$ 10 Identification/Copying card (GST inclusive)
$ 10 Photocopying credits (GST inclusive)
$2,145 TOTAL
The total portion, which qualifies for the Donation Income Tax Rebate, is $1,247
Year 9
$ 880 Attendance Dues (GST inclusive)
$1,190 Financial Contributions (as outlined above GST exempt)
$ 60 Online Learning Digital Resource – Science, Maths, English (GST inclusive): Optional
$ 10 RE Digital Resource (GST inclusive)
$ 20 Religious Education Retreat (GST inclusive)
$ 10 Identification/Copying card (GST inclusive)
$2,170 TOTAL
The total portion, which qualifies for the Donation Income Tax Rebate, is $1,190
Sancta Maria College Information Booklet Page 19 Version March 2020Year 10
$ 880 Attendance Dues (GST inclusive)
$1,190 Financial Contributions (as outlined above; GST exempt)
$ 400 Camp (GST inclusive) – (charge to be confirmed)
$ 60 Online Learning Digital Resource – Science, Maths, English (GST inclusive) - Optional
$ 10 RE Digital Resource (GST inclusive)
$ 20 Religious Education Retreat (GST inclusive)
$ 10 Identification/Copying card (GST inclusive)
$2,570 TOTAL
The total portion, which qualifies for the Donation Income Tax Rebate, is $1,190
Year 11
$ 880 Attendance Dues (GST inclusive)
$1,190 Financial Contributions (as outlined above; GST exempt)
$ 60 Online Learning Digital Resource – Science, Maths, English (GST inclusive): Optional
$ 15 “Turn it In” Plagiarism membership (GST inclusive) : Optional
$ 10 RE Digital Resource (GST inclusive)
$ 25 Religious Education Retreat (GST inclusive)
$ 10 Identification/Copying card (GST inclusive)
$2,190 TOTAL
The total portion, which qualifies for the Donation Income Tax Rebate, is $1,190
Year 12
$ 880 Attendance Dues (GST inclusive)
$1,190 Financial Contributions (as outlined above GST exempt)
$ 10 RE Digital Resource (GST inclusive)
$ 15 “Turn it In” Plagiarism membership (GST inclusive) : Optional
$ 25 Religious Education Retreat (GST inclusive)
$ 10 Identification/Copying card (GST inclusive)
$2,130 TOTAL
The total portion, which qualifies for the Donation Income Tax Rebate, is $1,190
Year 13
$ 880 Attendance Dues (GST inclusive)
$1,190 Financial Contributions (as outlined above GST exempt)
$ 15 “Turn it In” Plagiarism membership (GST inclusive) : Optional
$ 10 RE Digital Resource (GST inclusive)
$ 30 Religious Education Retreat (GST inclusive)
$ 10 Identification/Copying card (GST inclusive)
$2,135 TOTAL
The total portion, which qualifies for the Donation Income Tax Rebate, is $1,190
School Year Book: This will be available for purchase. The cost of approximately $30 will be
required at the time of ordering – Term 3.
Stationery
All Students’ stationery packs* (Years 7 – 13) will be available for purchase online through Office Max at
www.myschool.co.nz or from their retail store at 5 Ronwood Ave, Manukau from mid-December each year and must
be purchased before school starts.
*This includes a list of all their compulsory stationery and workload requirements for the option subjects chosen
Sancta Maria College Information Booklet Page 20 Version March 2020Contact Details Sancta Maria College 319 Te Irirangi Drive, Botany South, Auckland 2016 PO BOX 64 437, Botany Town Centre P (09) 274 4081 E admin@sanctamaria.school.nz W www.sanctamaria.school.nz Enrolment Enquiries Mrs Brenda Valk P (09) 274 4081 ext. 257 E b.valk@sanctamaria.school.nz College Uniform Shop E uniformshop@sanctamaria.school.nz W www.sanctamaria.school.nz/community/uniformshop Elizabeth Michael Uniforms 4 Bond Street, Grey Lynn, Auckland P 09 358 1680 E uniforms@elizabethmichael.co.nz W www.elizabethmichael.co.nz Sancta Maria College Information Booklet Page 21 Version March 2020
NOTES Sancta Maria College Information Booklet Page 22 Version March 2020
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