Murrays Bay School offers International Students:

•    Small class numbers
•    Extra in-class support
•    Comprehensive pastoral care support
•    Supportive and friendly teachers
•    Warm and friendly classroom environments
•    Quality learning programmes
•    Regular parent communication
•    Opportunities for International parents to contribute ideas
•    An environment where cultural diversity is welcomed and valued
•    Opportunities to participate in the Arts and Sport programmes
•    Extra after school English
•    English language support for non English speaking international parents
•    Pastoral Care support in home language (Korean, Mandarin and Japanese)

Our Programme Goals

1.    To enhance the education of our International Students by offering quality programmes which supports them in becoming
       proficient English speakers
2.    To develop the international awareness of all Murrays Bay students
3.    To enhance the cultural diversity of Murrays Bay School and community
4.    To support the funding base for learning programmes for all students at Murrays Bay

Applications for Enrolment at Murrays Bay School

When seeking enrolment the following process applies.

Prior to Enrolment

The International Student Enrolment Form and Declaration is completed. School management will consider all applications.

Upon Acceptance

The tuition fee is to be paid.
Conditions of Study at Murrays Bay School is completed and returned.
The International Student Study Contract is completed and returned.
The Student Background Questionnaire is completed and returned.
The school will issue a receipt for the Tuition Fee and a letter to the Immigration Service advising of the school’s offer of placement in order for a student permit to be issued.

Prior to Commencement 

•    a copy of the Students passport showing student permit must be sighted
•    the full Tuition Fee must be received
•    proof of Medical and Travel Insurance must be sighted
•    Mother’s/ Father’s passport to verify documentation must be sighted

Costs 

All International Students participate fully in all aspects of Murrays Bay School life including Waterwise and the Year 4 and Year 6 Camps. Uniform, stationery requirements, camp costs, government levy and administration fees are included in the listed tuition fee, for full year enrolments.

Tuition Fee (Full Year) - NZ$11,250.00 incl. GST
One, Two or Three Terms - By special arrangement only

Pastoral Care Of International Students

Murrays Bay School has agreed to observe and be bound by the Code of Practise for the Care of International Students published by the Ministry of Education. A copy of this is available from their website at http://www.minedu.govt.nz

Immigration

Full details of visa and permit requirements, advice on rights to employment in New Zealand while studying and reporting requirements are available through the New Zealand Immigration Service, and can be viewed on their website at http://www.immigration.govt.nz

Health and Travel

Most students are not entitled to publicly funded health services while in New Zealand. We require that all International Students have insurance that will cover the cost of medical treatment for the duration of their stay in New Zealand. Travel Insurance is also required to cover travel to and from New Zealand. It is recommended that this be taken out in New Zealand .

Accommodation

In keeping with government legislation Murrays Bay School will only enrol students who are living with a parent(s) for the duration of their stay at our school.

Grievances

Murrays Bay School undertakes to treat all complaints raised by students and parents seriously (including problems with other students).
If there is a problem, in the first instance, please talk with your son or daughter’s teacher.  If the issue has not been dealt with to your satisfaction please make an appointment at the school office to speak with the Deputy Principal with the responsibility for International Students.

If you have seen the appropriate persons but the issue has not been solved, then please ask the school office to make an appointment with the Principal.

If you are still not satisfied then you can write to the Chairperson of the School Board of Trustees.

The International Appeal Authority is available if you believe Murrays Bay School has not dealt with an issue fairly. You must show the International Appeal Authority that you have told the school about the problem before you contact them.
Their address is:

International Education Appeal Authority
c/- Ministry of Education
PO Box 47-911
Auckland
New Zealand

Email:  info.ieaa@minedu.govt.nz

Termination of Contract

Murrays Bay School can terminate enrolment in the event of:-
•    Continued and unexplained absenteeism
•    Disruptive behaviour
•    Criminal behaviour
•    A false declaration being made prior to or on enrolment

Murrays Bay School Refund Policy

If the pupil withdraws from their course of study before the completion date they may be eligible for a refund of tuition fees.
In order to be eligible for any refund the parent or legal guardian must apply in writing to the Board of Trustees setting out the special circumstances of the claim within one month of the last day of attendance.

If the application is made before the start of the course, fees will be refunded in full less an administration charge of $200.00 to cover costs incurred by the school.

If the application is made after the start of the course, but before the second half of the course, fees will be refunded less:

•    An administration charge of $200.00
•    Costs to the school already incurred for tuition.
•    Components of the fee already committed for the duration of the course, including proportions of salaries committed of teachers and support staff.
•    Costs already incurred for the use of facilities and resources.
•    The proportion of the Government Levy the school is required to pay.
•    Any other costs already incurred.

If the application is made after the second half of the course, you will not receive a refund except in exceptional circumstances.

If an International Student gains residency during the course no further fees are to be paid and a refund may be made of the unused portion of prepaid fees. The new resident will now abide by the school enrolment scheme. Documentation must be provided within 14 days.

The Board of Trustees will make no refund:

•    Where students are asked to leave the School because of misbehaviour, poor attendance or violation of school rules
•    Where students wish to transfer to another school
•    Where students return home for any reason other than the serious illness or death of a close family member
•    If the enrolment application is found to be inaccurate in any way hence the contract will be terminated.

The Board of Trustees will ensure that there is a reserve of funds to cover International Students’ prepaid tuition fees in the event that a refund should be necessary.

Please contact Linda Berkahn on 478 6239 Ext 851 to request a prospectus or to find out more about our International Enrolment Scheme.