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Prospectus 2019 King’s is opportunity
Thank you for considering As well as the technical knowledge
King’s College as your future gained through ICT, ‘soft skills’ such
as collaboration, innovative thinking and
secondary school. As you and
adaptability will stand students in good
your family look to King’s, we stead once they leave the College.
invite you to visit the College
We want to teach our students what
to experience first-hand our to do when they don’t know what the
unique learning community. next step is or if they are unsure of what
to do. That’s what is important to us.
At King’s College we are constantly
A message thinking about what the future
might look like for our students
We also think personalising the
learning experience for students
from our
and therefore what skills might be (and making it compulsory for them
required. The skills of being able to to take part in sports and cultural
articulately express yourself verbally activities) is vital in preparing
Headmaster and on paper will remain but the way
we communicate is going to change,
them for the future beyond King’s,
whether that is higher education or
including other methods and modes. the workforce.
Our job is to teach skills that One way we do this is through small
can assist our students in the class sizes. The average class size is
future, giving them not only 15 students, with a maximum of 22
the hard knowledge to succeed or 23; some courses are delivered
independently but the soft skills as to classes as small as seven or eight.
well — the sense of involvement in We control the roll to maintain those
community, the ability to be intuitive class sizes, because we think it’s
and collaborative — so they can very important.
make the most of the opportunities
In a competitive tertiary
presented to them.
environment, students need to have
Right now, our focus at King’s great academic results, but they also
is on taking a personalised need to have an all-round education.
approach to education as well as We need to prepare them for
harnessing technology to advance independence and to be self-reliant,
student learning. to teach them what to do when they
are not sure what to do, to enable
There’s no question of the impact
them to be self-motivated and self-
technology is having on student
controlled and to have the ability to
learning, but we also hope it can
generate their own futures.
extend learning opportunities. King’s
College is responding to dramatic We give them support at King’s
changes in the workforce, modes of through the house system and
study and the way we live. mentoring but, at heart, we
are encouraging them to be
ICT is a vital part of learning at
independent, because they will need
King’s – showing students what
to be once they leave.
the possibilities are, using the
advantages of technology, but also
teaching them how to manage the Simon Lamb
disadvantages: Technology is not in Headmaster
itself a panacea for education and
will not solve all the problems.
Prospectus 2019 | King’s College 1
King’s is opportunity
Our vision: Our mission:
To provide the best all-round We aim to provide excellence in teaching and learning within a
education it is possible well-balanced education context involving the academic, cultural,
to obtain. social, physical, emotional and spiritual dimensions of life.
Here’s a look at what some of our Old Collegians have gone on to do since graduating
from King’s College:
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(Middlemore,
1985–86)
International
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Our History
Our students benefit from our rich history and When King’s College was established in 1896 the founder Steady growth in the roll and an amalgamation with
the strong community that has developed and principal Mr Graham Bruce described the aim of St John’s Collegiate saw the College moved from its
the College as being able to provide “the best all-round first site in Remuera (now the site of King’s School) to
around the College since its foundation more
education it is possible to obtain”. Middlemore in 1922, where it has been located ever since. First girls at King’s College, 1980.
than 120 years ago.
While the College has seen many changes, our commitment Many of the College’s earliest buildings remain and
to providing an excellent all-round education and to are central to life at the College, including the Abbott Since the College opened on the Middlemore site, a tireless
developing the mind, body and spirit of our students has Building and our Memorial Chapel which opened in 1925. building programme has accommodated the growth and
remained the same. development of the College.
Boarding houses have been re-sited on extensions to the
property. A gymnasium, assembly hall (The Great Hall),
science and art blocks, and the music school have all added
valuable new spaces and facilities for our students.
The College’s centenary was marked by the opening of a
new library, another science building, more classrooms and
a university-style lecture theatre.
More recently the College has seen the opening of the
Roy Kelley Design Technology Centre, the magnificent
Campbell sports complex and the beautiful Chapel Close.
Development of new buildings and the evolution of our
College site is an ongoing activity as we look to support
the success of our students and honour the history of
1,200 meals a day, 1971. Radio Physics, 1971.
our College.
1913 1945 1955
King’s College amalgamated with Roll grows after the Memorial 1977 1984 1997 2016
St John’s Collegiate. 1924 Depression and war years. Building opens 1961 Opening of Middlemore Greenbank Introduction of girls from
WWI – the College loses 110 past Parnell House Selwyn House to commemorate Averill House the Day House House House Year 11 and opening of
students and two Headmasters. established. established. WWII established accommodation established established. Te Pūtake Lodge.
1896 1922 1925 1947 1959 1971 1980 1996 2006 Today
King’s College opens in Remuera College moves to King’s College Marsden and Peart (both Major House Rebuilding of the Introduction Centennial Taylor House We continue our
(now the site for King’s School). Middlemore site in Ōtāhuhu. Memorial Chapel originally made up Town House established Boarding Houses of girls to celebrations for established. commitment to
Roll grows to more than 280 St John’s and School opens. from 1926, until the split into these King’s College. King’s College excellence,
students. House established. two separate Houses in 1947) Years 12 and 13 Virtus Pollet.
King’s College Memorial Chapel, New boys, 1928.
Abbott Building and Dining Hall, 1927.
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Teaching and learning
Providing the best all-around An all-round teaching The qualification
education possible is at the and learning journey
heart of the King’s College philosophy Our curriculum has been developed
educational philosophy. Our to offer the best possible learning
goal is to prepare our students Founding Headmaster Graham Bruce experience and to meet the needs of
determined that King’s College should
so that they can flourish in “provide the best all-round education every student.
today’s rapidly changing world. it is possible to achieve”. That We have a two-year lower school
commitment remains today and is now curriculum for Year 9 and Year 10
We recognise that a successful
evident in the eight key dimensions: students. This programme combines
education has many different strands
learning, internationalism, democracy, traditional academic subjects with a
and we have identified eight key
environment, adventure, leadership, wide range of life skills and thinking
dimensions that inform the King’s
service and spirituality. Each of these skills to give them a strong base for
Teaching and Learning Philosophy.
dimensions guides our approach to the future.
This approach places our students at
teaching and shapes the environment
the centre of everything we do. In Year 11 our students can access the
we create for our students.
National Certificate of Educational
Every King’s student benefits from Achievement (NCEA) pathway and the
our all-around Teaching and Learning Cambridge International Examinations
Philosophy. A student with an all- (CIE) pathway. In Year 12 and Year 13
round education is a good thinker, they choose between these two great
capable of deep understanding and qualifications. The College is proud to
King’s College all-round able to apply their knowledge in be offering this choice to our students.
different situations. They have a strong
educational philosophy sense of who they are and they are
As students progress to more senior
levels at King’s they have more choices
prepared to drive themselves. They
about their subjects. We encourage
value freedom of thought and speech,
our students to retain a broad range
they see themselves as global citizens,
of subjects for as long as possible,
they aspire to make a difference.
enabling them more opportunities
CURIOUS when they come to consider future
study options and other endeavours.
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a strong sense of beyond gender, class, The commitment of our teachers
belonging and search race, nationality and
for meaning and culture to understand
paired with our innovative teaching
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and speech are greatly
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most need around the world
Our class sizes are small, rarely
SERVICE
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Students
encouraged and appropriate
and discover how they can
forums and channels
make a positive and
of communication are set exceeding 22 students per class,
sustainable difference
in place.
through service. providing a low pupil-to-teacher ratio.
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serving others and is fine balance needed to the classroom.
found in those whose maintain a healthy
convictions are rooted interdependent relationship
in personal
Students take part in
between human beings All our students are encouraged to
activities that foster a
and the planet.
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Our Chapel
Our Chapel is at the centre The doors to our King’s College Community Service
Memorial Chapel are always open to
of King’s. This applies both At King’s College, community service
our staff and students during the day,
geographically and to the fact providing a space for reflection, prayer is carried out through our ‘Christianity
that the learning of spiritual and quiet. Services are held each at Work’ programme. By creating
values is central to the all- day of the week and on Sundays to opportunities to engage with the
round concept of education. accommodate our College community. community, we aim to teach students
the value of putting faith into action.
In a world of constant change, Our Chapel has a strong musical We want our students to learn that
our Chapel gatherings tradition. Central to our music ministry giving their time and skills to the
provide stability and timeless and worship is the Chapel Choir. service of others is a rewarding and
wisdom. Our Chaplaincy, led Students are invited to audition for the important commitment, one that
Choir at the beginning of each year.
by Reverend Warren Watson, should be ongoing throughout their
fosters a culture of service The Chaplains’ offices are located in life. King’s students share their time
the cloisters at the rear of the Chapel and energy with a number of local
to others and is an important
and an open door policy ensures they programmes and organisations
source of support and including the Māngere Refugee Centre,
are always available to our students
connection for our students. and staff. the Reading in Schools Programme in
local schools, Middlemore Hospital, the
Women’s Refuge Centre, IHC Homes
Religious Education and IHC Social, local retirement homes,
At King’s College, our Religious daycare centres and after school care
Education curriculum is delivered programmes. We are always open
to Years 9 to 11. In Year 9 there to new community service ideas and
is an introduction to mainstream keen to support student initiatives.
world religions where students are
challenged to engage with the big Voyager
questions of life. Within our Year
10 classes students learn the value ‘Voyager’ is an extra-curricular
of reflecting on real life situations Christian course where senior students
through engaging in community explore and discuss issues around
service during class time. They also meaning, love, eternity and purpose.
have the opportunity to evaluate and This course includes a weekend camp
discuss these experiences during class. in March with fun activities. It is a
Year 10 students also research and foundational course for students who
evaluate values and ethics within a are seeking baptism and confirmation
Christian Anglican framework. within our Anglican tradition.
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Our House System
Every student is assigned House student Leadership
to a House and from their mentoring opportunities
first day at King’s they are
Starting a new school can be daunting Our students are given many
part of a supportive network but our House Mentoring Programme opportunities to take on
that fosters friendship and helps junior students settle into responsibilities and roles within their
encourages them to explore their new environment and creates House, including being selected as a
their interests and passions. enduring ties between our senior and House Prefect in Year 13. These roles
junior students. help grow our students’ confidence
and develop their leadership skills.
The majority of our Year 13 students
take on a mentoring role in their final All of our Houses provide guidance
year and are paired with a new student and training in leadership, particularly
from their House. Our senior students for our senior students. In Year 12 we
can answer questions, offer advice offer a leadership programme which is
and provide a friendly face around open to any student wishing to learn
the College. leadership principles and skills.
Inter-House Support network
competitions Within each House is a team of
Throughout the year we run a series of staff dedicated to supporting the
competitions in sport, drama, debate students and helping them make
and music with each House vying to the most of all the opportunities the
out-do the others. Each House has College has to offer. Every House has
its own identity, motto, shield and a Housemaster, House Tutors and
colours and our students take pride Teacher Mentors who provide support
in competing and in the combined and encouragement for our students,
strengths of their House. helping oversee their academic
and co-curricular progress. Teacher
By offering a range of House Mentors are the first point of contact
competitions across sports, academia, for parents if they have any concerns
music and culture, our students have or queries about their child.
the opportunity to explore their own
talents and interests, and to appreciate
the different strengths of the people
around them.
What our students gain from the King’s House system:
• A sense of belonging and identity
• A strong support network including senior-junior mentoring relationships
• Opportunities for socialisation and a foundation for enduring friendships
• Opportunities to explore their sporting and cultural interests in a safe, supportive environment
• Strengthened teamwork and leadership skills
• Greater respect for different opinions, cultures and ways of doing things
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Boarding life
Our Boarders are integral to the culture of House community Flexible arrangements Te Pūtake Lodge
the College and living onsite gives them a We have four boys’ boarding Houses: School, St John’s, Boarding at King’s College is very flexible. All of our To ensure our Year 9 Boarders get the best start to their
unique opportunity to immerse themselves in Parnell and Selwyn, along with Te Pūtake Lodge for our Boarders can choose to stay in their boarding House at life at King’s we have introduced the Year 9 Boarders’
everything King’s has to offer. King’s College Year 9 Boarders. Our girls’ boarding House for Years 11-13 weekends or they can request approved leave for the entire Transition Programme to help our students to build a
has one of the largest boarding communities is Middlemore House, which offers separate common weekend, or leave on Saturday and return either Sunday strong foundation for the years ahead. Our Year 9 Boarders’
in New Zealand, catering for students from all rooms for each Year level and shared spaces where they night or Monday morning. Throughout the year we offer a Transition Programme is built on the principles of Positive
can socialise. All the Houses have a team of support staff programme of weekend activities which give our Boarders Education with a focus on wellbeing.
over the country, the wider Auckland region
including a Housemaster, Boarding House Tutors, a House new experiences and opportunities for learning, adventure
and overseas. We offer boarding for boys Manager - all of whom live onsite - and Teacher Mentors. and fun. Students who are boarding over the weekend are
The cornerstone of the programme is our dedicated Year 9
from Year 9, including a special transition Boarding House: Te Pūtake Lodge - The Foundation Lodge.
expected to take part in these activities unless they have
Our staff provide a cohesive support network for our The name of Te Pūtake Lodge stems from the following
programme to help them adjust to their first another College commitment. All Boarders are required
Boarders, from overseeing their day-to-day care and whakataukī: ‘ki te kore ngā pūtake mākūkūngia, e kore te
year, and for girls from Year 11. supervision, to tending minor injuries and illnesses,
to attend two designated Chapel services per term, which
rākau e tupu - if the roots of the tree are not watered, the
parents and guardians are also welcome to attend.
providing emotional support and monitoring their academic tree will never grow.’
and co-curricular progress.
By giving the boys an environment that suits their age and
stage in life we are giving them space to develop their own
identity, discover the College and establish new friends
and relationships.
Every Year 9 Boarder is still part of their allocated King’s
House for all inter-House activities such as House athletics,
Big House Music and swimming sports, and in Year 10, they
move into their allocated House full-time, having already
established a strong network of friends and peers.
Hear what it’s like to be in Te Pūtake Lodge
from Haytham Aumua:
Favourite thing about Te Pūtake Lodge?
The best part about coming into Te Pūtake Lodge
was the welcoming staff and being able to connect
with other boys in the same year as me who were also
adjusting to the new environment.
First impressions when you arrived?
When I first arrivied at the Lodge it was busy,
and a lot was happening! As the weeks go by you
see how close everyone becomes and you make
long-lasting friendships.
Best thing about being a boarder?
The best thing about being a boarder is being so close
to everything we need, making great friendships with
the other House members and having a nice hot meal
three times a day.
— Haytham Aumua (Year 10, School)
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Girls at King’s
Girls have been part of the King’s community Senior learning programme
for nearly four decades, excelling in academic, By starting at Year 11 girls are able to access the College’s
cultural and sporting pursuits and seizing the full senior learning programme and partake in the full three
opportunity to reach their full potential. Our years of NCEA or Cambridge International Examinations
commitment to providing the best all-round (CIE) study. Offering our students the choice to study
education has seen the demand for entry to NCEA, CIE or, on an individual basis, a combination
of both, means King’s is able to provide personalised
King’s grow and girls can now begin their
learning pathways that allow every student to achieve
studies with us from Year 11 onwards. their academic goals and give them the strongest possible
foundation for their future.
The opportunity for girls to attend King’s for three years
also allows for a greater depth of involvement in sports
teams, music and cultural groups.
Hear from Miwa Chapman, a Leadership opportunities
recent Old Collegian, on her three Leadership development is another key part of the
years here: overall King’s experience. Our House system, the Chapel
My time at King’s College has been one of and the many sporting teams and co-curricular groups
the most amazing experiences of my life. I all offer excellent environments for our students to
admit being part of the first intake of Year develop their leadership skills. The achievements of our
11 girls into the College and being fifteen Old Collegians are evidence that our King’s girls go on
years-old, the decision to be a boarder was to become confident, articulate, respected leaders who
not on my mind at first. are well prepared to take on leadership roles and drive
progress in their chosen professions.
However, during my tour of Middlemore House, I fell in
love with the atmosphere and cosy feel of the House.
One of the best things about being a Middlemore girl was
Network for life
Milo and cookies every night during supper. The house Our House system underpins the positive, supportive
manager would make hot cocoa every night and when we culture at King’s and encourages our students to
finished prep, we would all sit around on the couches and build strong relationships right across the College.
enjoy each other’s company. Middlemore House is home to all Year 11, Year 12 and
Year 13 Boarding girls, while Taylor House provides a
Being part of a small group of 64 girls meant that we all
connecting hub for all Year 11, Year 12 and Year 13 Day
became very close friends and I hope they will continue
girls. Friendships developed at King’s are often lifelong,
to be my friends for the rest of my life. I have also loved
providing our Old Collegians with a lasting network of
the independence of boarding. I have had to take more
friends and future colleagues. We welcome enquiries for
responsibility for myself and be more organised which
girls commencing at the College in Year 11, Year 12 and
has had a significant impact on my maturity and has also
Year 13, both as Boarders and Day students.
allowed me to be more resilient to change.
My time at King’s would not have been the same if I hadn’t
decided to become a Middlemore girl and I am so grateful
for everyone that has been part of this journey with me.
— Miwa Chapman (Middlemore, 2016-2018)
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Outdoor Education
Adventure and environment are key dimensions Year 10 — Adventure Challenge Duke of Edinburgh Round Square provides opportunities to take part in
of the King’s educational philosophy, and we international exchanges (at Year 9 and Year 12) to work on
All our Year 10 students spend one month away from home and Our students are encouraged to take part in the Duke community projects and to attend conferences.
offer several special programmes to help our school on the Adventure Challenge, including time spent at: of Edinburgh scheme, an internationally recognised
students challenge themselves and engage with qualification that promotes goal-setting in four areas:
•• Ahuroa: King’s College Adventure Camp in Puhoi Year 12 Leadership Programme
the world around them. (approx. 9 days)
adventure, skill, service and physical activity.
Leadership is central to the King’s educational philosophy.
•• Steinlager II: Sir Peter Blake’s 85-foot maxi yacht Students who wish to enter for the Duke of Edinburgh
As a result of these programmes our Students learn about different leadership models
(approx. 6 days) ‘Bronze’ level will be registered directly with the programme
students have the opportunity to develop an by the College and are responsible for getting each of
through modules and seminars as they progress through
•• Tongariro National Park (approx. 11 days) the College. This culminates in our Year 12 Leadership
appreciation of the outdoors and the natural the four areas signed off. Students can use opportunities
During the Adventure Challenge students will take part Programme which prepares our students to take on the
environment, develop greater outdoor skills, on our Adventure Challenge to meet the criteria for the
in a wide range of outdoor activities which can include task of leading the College as seniors. Taking place at the
grow their self-awareness and gain confidence. ‘Bronze’ award.
school’s Ahuroa Outdoor Education site, the programme
tramping, swimming, kayaking, bush craft and bush survival,
camping, orienteering, navigation, ropes course, compass Over the years many of our students have gone on to sets challenging tasks for our students and requires them to
courses, abseiling, firearms, initiative exercises, solo achieve the ‘Silver’ and ‘Gold’ Duke of Edinburgh awards - coordinate and lead their groups under time constraints and
experience, problem-solving and trust exercises, sailing, the Gold award is presented to students by the Governor difficult circumstances.
snorkelling, rock-climbing, canoeing, confidence course General at Government House.
activities, tubing, caving, snow skills and river walking.
Students are guided by an instructor who takes them
Round Square
through these adventurous and challenging outdoor We are part of the Round Square network which operates
activities. The activities are designed to push each student in 40 countries around the world and encourages students
beyond their perceived limits and ultimately give them a to take part in community service activities, both locally
better understanding of themselves, their peers and the and internationally.
natural environment. Students gain a number of
We also offer Outdoor Education in the subject curriculum benefits from the outdoor
from Year 11-13, combining theory and practical education opportunities at King’s:
outdoor work.
• A
positive attitude to challenge
and adventure
• E
njoyment and appreciation of
outdoor activities and the benefits of
physical fitness
• A
wareness of the natural environment and
an understanding of the importance of
conservation and sustainable development
• G
rowth in confidence and self-esteem
by pushing past self-imposed limitations,
taking on challenges and achieving success
• A
n ability to work in teams and to
recognise the importance of their role and
the contribution of others
• Increased initiative, self-reliance, personal
responsibility, perseverance and tenacity,
resilience and commitment
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Our students learn teamwork A sport for everyone Broadening horizons
and sportsmanship We encourage all our students to get The College operates an outdoor
through the many sporting involved in sports at King’s. While pursuits centre, Ahuroa, situated
opportunities on offer many of our teams enjoy considerable west of Puhoi. Ahuroa is central
at King’s. success at both regional and national to our Adventure Challenge for all
levels, and our sportspeople often Year 10 students and for the Duke of
The art of competing strongly compete for the very highest honours, Edinburgh Award scheme (Young
but fairly is taught in the we value the participation of every New Zealanders Challenge).
sports arena. Our students student and will always strive to find a
At King’s we believe in introducing
team to suit their abilities.
learn about competition and students to a wide range of activities
teamwork, discipline and A competitive inter-House sporting outside the classroom. We support
initiative and how to win, and competition provides further numerous co-curricular clubs and
opportunities for all of our students to societies and, by doing so, provide
lose, graciously.
get involved. our students with the opportunity
Sports keeps our students to test their talents and broaden
physically fit and builds World-class facilities their horizons.
character. Through sports Our sports facilities include a For our students, it is often through
these co-curricular activities that
our students learn they can world-class athletics track, a water-
based hockey turf, squash courts, lifelong friendships are formed and
achieve much more when they we hope these positive experiences
a gymnasium, two strength and
work alongside others, sharing will provide a foundation for a lasting
conditioning facilities, 10 tennis courts,
in a common goal. a swimming pool and numerous sports interest in sports and physical activity.
fields. King’s students also benefit
We offer the following sports
from state-of-the-art sports science
at King’s college:
technology including GPS monitoring
equipment and body composition •• Archery •• Netball
scales and analysis software. •• Athletics •• Orienteering
We recently opened our Golf •• Badminton •• Rowing
Academy, in partnership with the •• Basketball •• Rugby
Royal Auckland and Grange Golf •• Clay Target •• Sailing
Club, offering professional coaching Shooting •• Skiing
and access to one of the best •• Cricket •• Squash
courses in New Zealand. We also •• Cross Country •• Swimming
run a Junior Sports Development •• Cycling •• Tennis
programme to support our aspiring
•• Equestrian •• Triathlon
high performance athletes and an
•• Football •• Touch Rugby
Elite Sports Development programme
•• Golf •• Water Polo
to support students are who already
performing at an elite (national) level. •• Hockey
Both programmes provide strength
and conditioning assistance and
academic support is offered when at
an elite level.
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Music and cultural activities are an important Performance opportunities
part of the all-round education on offer at We support our students to take part in various public
King’s. Taking part in musical and cultural performances, festivals and events throughout the year
opportunities gives our students an outlet including the KBB Music Festival, Music Showcase, Music
for their creativity and encourages them Dinner and Dance, The Big Sing, Smokefree Rockquest,
to move outside their comfort zone. The Polyfest and the National Chamber Music Competition.
Individual performance is encouraged and developed
breadth of options provided through our
through Music Performance Evenings every term and
Cultural Programmes and Music Department the annual Music Soloist Competition. Students are also
give every student the chance to follow their encouraged to contribute their talents to our Chapel
interests and develop their talent. services and College production and every King’s student
performs in the annual Big House Music event at Spark
We are thrilled to have new Head of Arena in Auckland.
Performing Arts, Emma Featherstone, join
King’s College from King’s School this year.
With exciting plans for the future, Emma
has been working closely on the design and Music Department Cultural programmes
development of a new Performing Arts Centre. Our students are able to learn an instrument or sing Cultural activities at King’s give our students the chance
with one of the 20 visiting professional instrumentalists to build relationships outside the classroom, develop their
and singers who provide lessons onsite at the College. passions and explore their strengths while having fun.
Instruments offered include bass guitar, bassoon, cello, These activities also help our students build important
clarinet, classical and contemporary guitar, double bass, skills they can carry over into their schoolwork, such as
drum kit, flute, horn, oboe, organ, percussion, piano, self-management, collaboration and leadership. We offer a
saxophone, trumpet, tuba, viola and violin. To give our vast range of cultural activities including chess, debating,
students the opportunity to perform as part of an ensemble, drama productions (senior and junior), kapa haka, speech
we coordinate a number of auditioned and non-auditioned and drama, theatre sports, Environmental Society, Glee
bands, orchestras, smaller ensembles and choirs, catering to Club, Media Club, Writing Club, Theatre Club, Model United
different musical tastes and talents. With the support of our Nations, Duke of Edinburgh and Toastmasters.
Music Department, many of our students have their musical
talents recognised at a national and international level.
20 King’s College | Prospectus 2019 Prospectus 2019 | King’s College 21International Students
We value the diversity our international Support networks
students bring to our King’s community and One of our strengths is the network of support we have
we have a record of success with students from developed for our international students encouraging them
different cultural and ethnic backgrounds. to take part in - and benefit from - every aspect of life
at King’s.
The College’s focus on providing the best
We have a well-established International Student
all-round education means our international
Programme, and the House system at King’s means we are
students can reach their academic potential uniquely placed to support our international students and
and develop their sporting, music and cultural help them become involved in College life.
interests. Developing leadership skills and From the day they start, each student will become part of
participating in community service initiatives a King’s House (a Boarding or Day House) and will receive
are also an important part of life at King’s. support and guidance from their Housemasters, staff and
senior students.
Boarding or homestay
What our international students Both boarding and homestay options are available for
gain from their time at King’s: international students. Boys can board at all Year levels, and
girls from Years 11 to 13, depending on availability.
• A
n excellent all-round education from a
highly respected college Boarding students live on-site and can make the most
of all the College’s facilities and co-curricular activities.
• A safe, secure learning environment Within their House, they make new friends, gain a sense of
belonging and are fully supported by the House staff.
• O
pportunities for new sporting, cultural
For international students who choose not to board at
and community experiences the College, we can provide a homestay service as an
alternative. International Department staff select and
• A
supportive network of friends, peers
monitor the homestay to suit each student and to ensure a
and mentors positive, supportive experience.
• Exposure to different cultures
Requirements for King’s
• A strong foundation for future study We accept a limited number of overseas students at all
Year levels. Our international students are integrated into
all College classes. Boys can start their study with King’s at
Year 9 and girls can start at Year 11.
International students who intend to study Cambridge
International Examinations (CIE) in Year 12 and 13 must
have first completed the International General Certificate of
Secondary Education (IGCSE) in Year 11.
A satisfactory level of the English language, both written
and spoken, is required. Applicants whose first language
is not English will be expected to demonstrate a level of
competence and ease of communication in the English
language before starting their studies at King’s.
22 King’s College | Prospectus 2019 Prospectus 2019 | King’s College 23Our King’s Community
We are very proud of our King’s community and the many strands that contribute to the success
of the College. The relationships that our students develop during their time at school endure long
after they have left the College grounds and we encourage them to foster these friendships and
stay in touch with their King’s network.
Parents, friends The Friends’ Staying Giving back
and family Association connected after A culture of service and
Parents, guardians, If you would like greater King’s giving to others is central
grandparents and friends involvement in the activities to our College values. We
The King’s College Old are grateful to the many
are an important part of of the College, there are Collegians’ Association
the King’s College family. opportunities through King’s supporters and Old
(KCOCA) was established in Collegians who have helped
Throughout the year family groups such as The Friends’ 1900 and has been helping
and friends are invited to a Association. The Friends’ us build the College we
past students keep in touch have today.
range of events and services aims to fundraise and and providing opportunities
and we encourage you to be ‘friendraise’ for the College to come together ever since. The College’s buildings and
an active part of your family and organises a number grounds have developed
member’s life at King’s. of events during the year The Association also over many years with
including the annual manages KCOCA Bursaries, assistance and donations
Good communication with providing around $100,000
Art Sale, Ladies’ Lunch, from past and present
parents is a priority at King’s each year to support
Headmaster’s Garden Party, generations of parents, Old
and you will be kept up-to- the sons and daughters of
and the Saturday Winter Collegians and staff.
date with what is happening Old Collegians to attend the
Sports Café. Profits raised
at the College through College in situations where An active fundraising
from Friends’ events are
a variety of channels, it would otherwise not programme, overseen
used to support a wide
including the King’s College be possible. by the King’s College
range of long and short-
Parent Portal – an online Foundation, ensures that the
term projects, which benefit Our Floreat Semper
tool that allows you to view facilities and programmes
current and future students. Fellowship was established
a wide range of information available to our students are
regarding your son/ If you would like to find out in 1999 to foster connections maintained and delivered
daughter’s progress and more about getting involved between Old Collegians to an appropriately high
daily life at the College. with the Friends, please and King’s supporters who standard and that our
visit our website under the have reached the age of scholarship programme
You will receive regular 70 years. Events are held
‘Our Community’ tab. continues to provide
e-newsletters from at the College during the
your son/daughter’s opportunities for a diverse
year giving members the range of families.
Housemaster and you opportunity to attend
can follow College news Chapel, hear current musical We rely heavily on the
through our social media talent, meet senior students, notion that we have all
channels – Facebook and receive an update on benefited from the gifts of
Instagram – and the King’s activities at King’s and catch others before us and need
College website. up with old friends. to do our part now and in
the future.
KC Parents is a network
of parents who did not
attend King’s themselves
but who are keen to remain
in contact with the College
once their children have
left. We communicate with
this group regularly and
they are invited to attend
College events.
24 King’s College | Prospectus 2019 Prospectus 2019 | King’s College 25Future of King’s Fees and Incidentals
– Campus planning
2019 annual fee structure for New Zealand Payment options
King’s College is embarking on an exciting citizens and permanent residents
Fees are payable by direct debit only, over periods which
new phase of campus development. Fees are reviewed annually by the King’s College Board are showing and selected in the Admission Agreement
of Governors. Changes normally take effect from the commencing Saturday 26 January 2019 for monthly direct
The first projects on the agenda are new centres for beginning of Term 1. debits, or Wednesday 23 January 2019 for fortnightly and
the performing arts and physical education, with weekly direct debits.
As a private school, King’s College is required to be
construction to start in 2019. financially independent of government education Bank details for deposits are:
subsidies. The operating costs of the College are recovered
through the tuition and boarding fees charged for all ASB Bank
enrolled students. Account Name: King’s College Trustees
Account Number: 12-3237-0000467-00
The fees for 2019 are as below. All figures are in
New Zealand dollars and are GST inclusive. •• If payment for the annual fees is made in full before
the start of Term 1, a 2% discount will be applied to the
Year 10 Year 10 Years tuition amount.
Year 9 Day Boarding 11 – 13 •• If payment for the full annual fees is made by credit card,
a surcharge of 2% will apply to the total.
Tuition $ 24,250 $ 24,250 $ 24,250 $ 25,250
Eotc N/A $ 1,950 $ 1,350 N/A The following direct debit options are available:
Boarding $ 14,500 N/A $ 14,500 $ 14,500 Monthly
The Performing Arts Tuition & Monthly direct debits commence on Saturday 26 January
$ 38,750 N/A $ 40,100 $ 39,750
Centre will wrap around Boarding 2019 (9 monthly instalments – finishing on Thursday
the existing Great Hall, 26 September 2019)
featuring a foyer, theatre, Fee payers should note that the following items are included
Fortnightly
and dedicated learning within the tuition fee:
spaces for music, drama, Fortnightly direct debits commence on Wednesday
•• Most class textbooks, workbooks and stationery.
30 January 2019 (18 fortnightly instalments – finishing on
dance, and more. •• Transport to sporting fixtures and curriculum activities in
Wednesday 25 September 2019)
the Auckland area.
•• Visits to Ahuroa Camp. Weekly
•• ID cards, House photographs (note that lost or Weekly direct debits commence on Wednesday 30 January
On the other side of the replacement cards are charged). 2019 (36 weekly instalments – finishing on Wednesday
campus, an all-new PE and •• Student admission to College productions. 2 October 2019)
Sports Centre will house •• For Boarders, House entertainment is also included.
Direct debit forms are available from the Accounts
state-of-the-art facilities A discount of 10% of tuition and boarding fees (GST Department at the College and completed forms should be
including two netball courts, inclusive) will be given where three or more family members returned there.
changing areas, classrooms, currently attend the College. This relates to the net portion
of fees actually paid by the parents/guardians of the Queries concerning fees and incidentals should
a gym, and a 50-metre pool. be directed to:
student, so excludes any scholarship relief provided to one
Recent updates for this or more of the students. Kirsty Preston – Assistant Accountant
centre include a new tennis
Telephone (09) 276 0618
cover to allow for use in all or
weather conditions and new Karen Hughes – Finance Manager
PE classrooms. Telephone (09) 276 0617
Other fees
Application Fee (non-refundable): $275.00
It’s an incredibly exciting time for King’s College and we look Confirmation of Enrolment Fee (charge payable on
forward to continuing to provide updates to our community. acceptance; does not count towards tuition fees): $1,100.00
Prospectus 2019 | King’s College 27Joining King’s College
Fee-paying parent life insurance scheme King’s College Old Collegians’ King’s College welcomes Our admissions process
The College operates a Fee-Paying Parent Life Insurance
Association subscription levy applications for boys in Years 9
1. Complete an application form 3. Offer of place
Scheme whereby, upon the death of the fee-paying parent, This covers pre-payment of lifetime membership of the to 13 and girls in Years 11 to 13.
the residual tuition and boarding fees of the student are To apply for a place at King’s College, In considering applications, King’s
King’s College Old Collegians’ Association (KCOCA) for the
indemnified. The scheme is available to all fee-paying student. The subscription is currently $759.00. Membership The two major entry points to you need to fill out our online College takes into account a range of
parents/guardians (excluding those with pre-existing the College are at Year 9 for application form, attach copies of criteria, including:
of the KCOCA is compulsory. If a student does not
supporting documents and pay the
terminal illness or aged over 65 years). There is no commence at the College and sufficient notice is given, the boys and Year 11 for girls, with •• Interview outcome
additional cost as the scheme is covered by the tuition and application fee of NZD $275. This
KCOCA Levy is refundable. a limited number of places Application Fee covers the costs
•• Interests, activities and academic
boarding fees.
available in other year levels. of considering the application and
record of the student
The Association of the Friends of King’s •• Family or other association with
Incidentals is non-refundable.
College subscription levy Guided tours of the College are the College
Incidentals are expenses incurred by students over and available to all prospective students The following items are required with
This covers payment of an annual (family) membership of •• King’s College seeks to retain a
above tuition and boarding fees. These are recovered via and can be arranged by contacting our the application:
the Association of the Friends of King’s College and is a levy significant proportion of boarding
the student’s Disbursement Account. Personal shopping Head of Admissions. Campus Tours
on parents/guardians. The subscription is currently $50.00. •• a copy of the student’s passport or students, have a roll that reflects the
outside the College may NOT be charged to this account. are held each term and upcoming
Membership of the Association is compulsory. New Zealand birth certificate broader population of New Zealand
Disbursement Accounts are strictly monthly. A breakdown dates can be found on the Admissions
•• a copy of the student’s most recent and to support the College’s
section of our website.
of the major items is set out below. Registration school report with teachers’ comments Anglican and Christian heritage.
•• The Uniform Shop – Parents/guardians may place a You can apply online on our website •• completed student CV
King’s College is an independent secondary school and An offer of a place will be emailed to
monetary limit on their son’s or daughter’s spending by kingscollege.school.nz for your son/
the King’s College Board of Governors complies with the •• a copy of any successful candidates.
contacting the Accounts Department. daughter to join King’s College.
registration and inspection requirements of Section 35A educational assessments
4. Accepting our offer of place
•• Photographs – Recovering the cost of House, sports and of the Education Act 1989. The King’s College Trustees are •• a recent photograph (head shot) of
cultural photographs ordered by the student. registered as a Charitable Trust under the provisions of the the student To secure the offered place, parents
•• Medical Centre Attendance Fee – Standard fee ($15.00) Charitable Trusts Act 1957. must complete, sign and return the
Students not born in New Zealand
per visit. Contact our will also be required to supply their
Admission Agreement form, Direct
•• Hospital Fee – For non-Boarders where ACC does Admissions Team Debit form and Medical form along
proof of residency/eligibility to study
not apply. with payment of the Enrolment Fee
If you have any questions in New Zealand. Please visit the
•• Physiotherapy Fee – For visits to the College and the King’s College Old Collegians’
about our admissions process Admissions section of our website for
physiotherapists. Please note that there is a $10.00 Association (KCOCA) Lifetime
contact us on 0508 46 25 46 more information about applying as an
surcharge on ACC visits. Membership Fee, before the offer
or email us at admissions@ international student in New Zealand.
expiry date.
•• House Incidentals – Student personal items, haircuts etc. kingscollege.school.nz. Note that applying online does not
•• Lost or unreturned class textbooks. Following receipt of fees and the
automatically grant your son/daughter
•• NCEA and CIE fees. completed forms, the College will
an offer of place.
let you know what needs to be done
2. Interview and College tour before the student starts their journey
at King’s College.
Prospective students will be invited to
attend an interview with our Head of 5. Year 9 placement
Admissions. This is an integral part of examinations
our admissions process.
All students who have been offered
Following the interview, prospective a Year 9 place at King’s College must
students and their families will be sit the Placement Examinations.
given a tour of the College and The Placement Examinations
its facilities. usually occur in the second week of
Families are welcome to attend October and are used to determine
Campus Tours held regularly at the most appropriate class for
King’s College throughout the students entering the College. Only
year. Upcoming dates are listed on those students applying for an
our website. Academic Scholarship need to sit the
Scholarship Examination.
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