Elm Park School New Zealand

At Elm Park School we set high standards in every aspect of the school's activity.

This is reflected through the- quality of teaching and curriculum delivery- positively focused discipline- significant academic and sporting success of students- provision of individualised learning programmes- positive attitudes and commitment of teachers and students- emphasis on student independence and responsibility- school's role as an active learning environment- high standards of students' personal presentation- strong links with parents and community- 'Personal Best emphasis embedded in all school activities

Elm Park School focuses on providing programmes which both support and challenge our learners.

Classes are managed and structured in such a way as to provide targeted learningprogrammes tailored to specific learning levels within combined year 1/2, Year 3/4. Year 5/6 class bands.

In addition to quality programme delivery in core areas of English, Written Language, Reading and Maths, we value and promote Science and Technology and have achieved considerable success in the areas of Music, Art, Physical Education and Sport.

Our commitment to pupil centered learning is supported by a large well trained team of teachers, and teacher aides who work alongside teachers in every classroom.

We also have a strong complement of specialists who provide targeted programmes for children from non English speaking backgrounds, children with special ability and children with special needs.

INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS

Elm Park School has chosen to enrol International students to:

· Enhance the cultural base of the school

· Promote the understanding and tolerance of individual differences

· Enhance the schools financial viability

· Provide programmes for all students that are well resourced and effective

Elm Park School offers an environment where there is already an international climate, with 36 cultural groups represented within the mainstream. As such, we have established networks of support, and teachers who are skilled and experienced in meeting the needs of multi-cultural students and their families. We offer supportive orientation and induction programmes that ensure that International students settle quickly to take advantage of the wide range of programmes and activities that the school has to offer.

International student programmes vary, depending on:

· The level of English language ability

· The intended length of enrolment

Students may be:

· Mainstreamed directly into classrooms

· Placed in assessment classes and then mainstreamed

· Placed in home classes for language, then cross-grouped into the mainstream

APPLICATION PROCEDURES

To apply for a place at Elm Park Primary School, the school Application Form must be completed and submitted to the school office. A member of the school senior management team will then interview the student and caregiver/agent

Criteria for Enrolment

Prospective international students seeking to enrol at Elm Park Primary School must:

1. Have an English-speaking guardian, caregiver, or agent in New Zealand to act on behalf of the student's parents.

2. Have suitable supervised accommodation in either a school-arranged homestay, or arranged by their parents.

3. Sign the school Code of Conduct.

4. Inform the school of sickness, behavioural issues, disability, or special education needs before enrolment.

5. Provide previous school reports to the school.

6. Meet New Zealand Immigration Service requirements.

Failure to comply and fully disclose in accordance with the above may result in termination of the student's enrolment by the school.

Accommodation

The school holds a current register of approved homestay carers. Students may apply to be placed with a homestay carer following confirmation of enrolment.

Any difficulties or issues that may arise with homestays must be referred to the school's international student manager, or a member of the school's management team at the earliest opportunity.