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Epsom Girls Grammar School

New Zealand, Auckland

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English
Fees Fees not listed
Ages Not listed
Pupil numbers 2200
Type Girls School, Girls School (boarding)
Opened 1917
Bus Service No
Academic offering
Curriculum Bespoke Curriculum, Cambridge IGCSE
Taught languages English, Mandarin, French, Japanese, Spanish
Strengths Sport, Performing Arts, Languages
Clubs Arts and Creative, Community and Service, Leadership and Professional
Stages Secondary School, Senior Secondary School, High School
Introduction

EGGS is a girls' secondary school in Auckland offering a bespoke curriculum alongside Cambridge IGCSE and the National Certificate of Educational Achievement (NCEA). The school serves Years 9–13 with a broad, balanced programme that develops core learning across subjects while providing diverse options to widen horizons. Digital Learning is embedded throughout, supported by the Gae Griffiths Library, ICT facilities, and dedicated study spaces. The campus features a modern theatre, a modern Joyce Fisher Sports Centre and Epsom Aquatic Centre, plus specialist science laboratories, technology workshops, and art/photography suites. On-site Epsom House provides boarding for up to 150 girls, while day pupils share high-quality facilities. A strong co-curricular framework emphasises Arts, Culture, Community and Sport, and leadership opportunities through EGGS Life. Since its opening in 1917, EGGS has educated generations of young women and remains a presence in girls' education in New Zealand. It welcomes international families seeking support for transition.

14 Silver Rd, Epsom, Auckland 1023, New Zealand

The Essentials

Epsom Girls Grammar School has 2,200 pupils, instruction in English.

Location
The school is located at 14 Silver Road, Epsom, Auckland 1023, New Zealand. The postal address is 14 Silver Road, Epsom, Auckland 1023. The school sits in the Epsom area of Auckland.

Stages
Years 9-13

Type
Girls' school with day and boarding options (on-site Epsom House boarding).

Additional learning support
The Learning Centre provides additional learning support; the SENCO for Year 9-10 is Cate Campbell (ccampbell@eggs.school.nz).

Country affiliation
New Zealand

School day structure
The 2026 school day starts at 8:35am and ends at 3:15pm on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday, with a 2:45pm finish on Wednesdays. There are six periods per day, each lasting 50–55 minutes; intervals are 20 minutes and lunch is 40 minutes.
Diving Deeper

Boarding Arrangements
The school has Epsom House on the campus, providing full accommodation for 150 boarders, including students from overseas and rural New Zealand, seven days a week. It offers full board with weekend leave for Years 9–13, with caring and supportive staff in a safe living environment and an integrated system of care working with students, parents and the school to support academic and personal development.

Uniform Requirement
The school has two uniforms: Year 9–11 and Year 12–13. The all-year uniform includes a blouse, navy check skirt or navy trousers/shorts, and a navy blazer or navy jersey, with Taonga may be worn and a navy scarf. No makeup or facial piercings are permitted; hair must be a natural colour; plain black leather lace-up shoes are required.

Food Options
The school has Tuckr, the lunch bar open before school and during interval and lunchtime, with a changing menu of hot and cold options. Boarders have three meals a day and access to snacks.

Governance and Ownership
The school is governed by the School Board, which sets the strategic direction for the School and ensures compliance with policy and legal requirements.
Fees
Application fees

- Epsom House (boarding) application: NZD 150.00 (administration fee payable with the application).
- International student invoicing: Administration fee (per invoice) NZD 2,000.

Tuition fees (international students) — full, half-year and per-term detail

- Tuition (full year — 4 terms): NZD 23,000.
- Tuition (half year — 2 terms): NZD 11,500.
- Calculated per-term equivalents (simple division of the published full-year fee by 4): NZD 5,750 per term (calculated from the published full-year amount).

- Published tuition for the subsequent year: NZD 25,000 (full year) and NZD 12,500 (half year); calculated per-term equivalent NZD 6,250 per term (calculated).

Tuition by year group

- International tuition is charged as the published flat tuition amounts above (full-year / half-year) and is not itemised on a per-Year (Year 9–13) basis on the published fee schedule. The published tuition amounts apply to international enrolments regardless of year level.

Boarding and accommodation fees

- Epsom House (on-site boarding) — annual boarding fee (published in the Epsom House information brochure): NZD 16,583.00 (per year, subject to yearly review). Development levy: NZD 3,000.00. School uniform (approx): NZD 650.00. School donation: NZD 1,095.00. Application fee: NZD 150.00. The Epsom House contract requires fees to be payable in advance and sets instalment dates and collection/penalty terms.

- Homestay (residential caregiver) — published approximate cost: NZD 420 per week (approx NZD 20,160 for 48 weeks); Homestay Compliance Fee NZD 450; Homestay change fee NZD 500; Designated Caregiver Compliance Fee NZD 350; Retainer Fee (Christmas) NZD 400.

Other required or typical additional costs

- Student insurance (Student Safe or equivalent): NZD 650 (12 months) in one published year; NZD 699 in the subsequent published year. Students may purchase their own insurance.
- School uniform (international fee guidance): approx NZD 500; Epsom House uniform estimates in the boarding brochure: approx NZD 650 for Years 9–12 and approx NZD 350 for Year 13.
- Visa processing fee (where applicable): NZD 500.
- Airport arrival assistance: NZD 85.
- NCEA (national qualification) fees: NZD 384; NCEA Scholarship exam fees (Year 13): NZD 100 per subject.
- Ministry of Education levy (published for one year): NZD 429.
- Additional costs that may apply: subject-specific fees, school trips, sports fees, stationery, and other activity charges. These additional charges are invoiced separately as required.

Billing schedule and payment terms

- International tuition is published as full-year or half-year fees; invoicing includes an administration fee per invoice. Parents/guardians receive invoices for tuition and associated charges.
- Epsom House (boarding) fees are payable in advance and instalments must be paid on the dates set out in the Epsom House fee schedule; the Epsom House contract states that failure to pay fees by the due date may lead to forfeiture of the boarder's place after 14 days' written notice. Interest and debt-collection costs apply to overdue fees (example interest rate published in the Epsom House contract: 5.9% p.a., plus collection costs). One invoice per family is issued and parents/guardians are jointly and severally liable for fees.
- Homestay fees are typically calculated weekly; homestay refunds for unused weeks are handled according to the homestay contract and published refund rules (see refund section below).

Refund information (international students and boarding/homestay)

- Failure to obtain an appropriate study visa: a full refund of tuition is available less an administration fee of NZD 1,500.
- Voluntary withdrawal before the enrolment start date: full refund of tuition less the administration fee of NZD 1,500. After the course start date, no refund of tuition is normally made except in exceptional circumstances (for example, serious medical conditions supported by evidence). The Board may deduct administration and costs already incurred when calculating refunds. Administration, insurance and homestay placement fees are non-refundable after the student has started their course.
- Homestay refunds: unused homestay fees will be refunded less the school's notice-period fee of two weeks if withdrawal occurs after the start date; if homestay is cancelled before occupancy, homestay fees are refundable in full. Unused homestay funds not claimed after repeated contact attempts may be retained after a defined period.
- Epsom House (boarding) refunds: where a student moves out of Epsom House before the end of their contract, the Epsom House contract states that no refund of boarding fees will be granted unless explicitly provided for in the contract terms. The Epsom House acceptance contract also states that fees for the full year remain payable despite non-attendance, withdrawal or expulsion unless specific refund rules apply.

Fee payment options and practical payment channels

- Parent Portal (school financial portal / KAMAR Parent Portal) is used to view and pay voluntary and required school payments (excludes stationery and uniforms which are handled separately through the uniform shop). Guidance and finance enquiries are handled by the school Finance Office.
- Uniform & stationery shop (on-campus) accepts cash, eftpos and credit card for purchases made at the shop.
- Epsom House application materials indicate that internet banking is an accepted payment method for application/administration fees; the Epsom House contract sets instalment dates and requires payment by the due dates. The school provides finance contacts (receivables@eggs.school.nz) for payment queries and payment arrangements.

Notes on variable items and where fees may be added

- Certain programmes (for example, the Academic Learning Development Programme), subject-specific charges, trips, elective activities, and stationery purchases incur additional fees. NCEA and scholarship exam costs are charged separately. Parents should expect separate invoices for these items when they apply.
Academics

Epsom Girls Grammar School teaches Bespoke Curriculum, Cambridge IGCSE.

Curriculum
EGGS presents a broad and balanced curriculum that covers the essential learning areas and offers diverse experiences to broaden students' horizons. The curriculum is structured for Years 9-10 as a foundation for future learning and for Years 11-13 to develop a range of subjects and pathways. Digital Learning is integrated across the school, and a Learning Centre provides support for students with additional needs. The school offers the National Certificate of Educational Achievement NCEA, a nationally and internationally recognised qualification. Most students graduate to university or other tertiary institutions.

Exam Results
EGGS offers the National Certificate of Educational Achievement NCEA, a nationally and internationally recognised qualification. NCEA results are consistently high; in 2023 Level 3 pass rate was 85.1%, Level 2 was 83.9%, and University Entrance was 75.7%. Endorsements were strong, with a high rate of Level 3 endorsements in 2023. In 2023 EGGS students gained 66 NZ Scholarships, including 6 at Outstanding level. Teachers at EGGS have extensive expertise and involvement with NCEA.

Higher Education Progression
Most EGGS graduates continue their education at university and other tertiary institutions. Some EGGS students gain entry to overseas universities, including Yale, Brown, Cologne, Tokyo, Australian National University, and universities in Sydney, Melbourne and Monash. University Entrance enables entry to competitive degree courses in New Zealand and overseas, with requirements including NCEA Level 3 and the best 80 credits across up to five subjects, plus literacy and numeracy requirements.

Gifted and Talented
NZ Scholarship program offers scholarships with monetary awards ranging from 500 to 10,000 per year for up to three years of tertiary study. The school also offers a range of scholarships and awards across many subjects, including Akoranga Cup, Dux and other prizes.
Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
The Student Support Centre provides a range of services for students to support learning and wellbeing (hauora). Manaakitanga and whanaungatanga are important principles in how the team operates. There are two Deans for each year level who coordinate student support. Counselling is provided by professionally qualified counsellors. The Health Centre has registered nurses available during school hours. MASH, a group of Year 11-13 students trained in restorative approaches to bullying and friendship issues, supports students.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)
Some students may be placed in English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) courses. The Learning Centre (Whare Akoranga) coordinates learning support, including Gifted and Talented provision and SAC. The SENCO roles coordinate this support: Year 9-10 SENCO Cate Campbell (ccampbell@eggs.school.nz) and Year 11-13 Learning Area Director Natasha Muschamp (nmuschamp@eggs.school.nz).

English as an Additional Language (EAL)
Some students may be placed in ESOL courses. ESOL support is provided for English language learners as part of the curriculum. Year 9-10 includes ESOL options, and Year 10 offers English for Speakers of Other Languages as a full-year option. ESOL and language support are coordinated through the Learning Centre and the SENCO.

Mental Wellbeing
Wellbeing is a core focus and is supported through the Student Support Centre (hauora). The Health Centre provides registered nurses during school hours. Counselling is available from professionally qualified counsellors. MASH provides restorative support for bullying and friendship issues among Year 11-13 students. Deans for each year coordinate welfare and pastoral care as part of EGGS life.

Safeguarding
The school has a Child Protection Policy. The school has a Complaints Policy. These policies support safeguarding and child-protection practices at EGGS.
Parent Experience

History
The school opened on 12 February 1917 with 174 students. Today the school has over 2,200 students, making it one of the largest girls' schools in New Zealand. Educating Women of Integrity chronicles the school's history and the ten Principals who shaped its development. Today EGGS continues to be a leader in girls' education in New Zealand.

Community
The EGGS community includes The EGGS Foundation, Old Girls Association, the Parent Teacher Association, and Whānau Āwhina. The PTA is a forum for parents, caregivers, and teachers to connect, share ideas, and support students, staff, and the wider school community. Meetings are held regularly, online or in person. EGGS highlights student life and events such as the Science and Technology Fair, and maintains a News page with upcoming events, and emphasizes values of Courage, Compassion, Curiosity, and Community.

Parent Teacher Association (PTA)
The PTA connects parents, caregivers, and teachers to engage with the school, provide feedback, and contribute to student life through practical support and fundraising. Meetings are held regularly, online or in person. For further information, contact Ms McKenzie-Downey at mmckenzie@eggs.school.nz.
Facilities

Facilities Overview
EGGS has excellent facilities for students and staff, from green spaces to a state-of-the-art sports complex and a modern theatre, enabling innovative learning. The grounds include mature trees, large grassed areas, courtyards and gardens. The school has 106 teaching spaces, including specialist science laboratories, technology workshops, art/photography suites and a media studies suite, with the Music Department equipped for individual tuition. The Gae Griffiths Library houses over 16,000 resources and a digital collection, with computing, photocopying and scanning facilities and a dedicated Year 13 study area. ICT facilities provide a wireless network, G Suite for Education and Office 365 ProPlus, plus dedicated computer laboratories for Art, Technology and Music. The facilities also include Marjory Adams Hall for assemblies and events, Epsom House boarding for up to 150 boarders, the Raye Freedman Arts Centre, the Epsom Aquatic Centre and the Joyce Fisher Sports Centre.

Sports Facilities
Joyce Fisher Sports Centre is state-of-the-art, completed in 2017, and includes multi-use courts, a fitness centre, a dance studio, four locker rooms, three classrooms and staff offices. The centre and its facilities are available for private community hire. The Epsom Aquatic Centre is a modern heated swimming complex with a 25-metre indoor pool and a heated beginner outdoor pool, also available for private hire.

Academic Facilities
The school has 106 teaching spaces including specialist science laboratories, technology workshops, art/photography suites and a media studies suite, with the Music Department offering facilities for individual tuition. ICT facilities include a wireless network with access to G Suite for Education and Office 365 ProPlus, and dedicated computer laboratories for Art, Technology and Music with industry-standard software. The Gae Griffiths Library provides access to over 16,000 resources and a digital collection, along with study spaces and computing facilities. The Marjory Adams Hall is used for junior and senior assemblies and major school events, and Epsom House provides accommodation for up to 150 boarders.

Extra Curricular Facilities
The Raye Freedman Arts Centre houses the Music and Drama programmes and can be booked for private community use in the evenings and weekends, with day bookings during school holidays. The Epsom Aquatic Centre supports swimming and lifesaving activities and can be privately hired. The Joyce Fisher Sports Centre offers multi-use courts, a fitness centre and a dance studio, with space available for private hire. Epsom House provides on-site long boarding for up to 150 boarders. The Tuckr lunch bar operates before school, during intervals and at lunchtime, and the Uniform Shop on site sells specialist stationery, workbooks and uniforms.
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual
EGGS enriches student learning by retaining the school's traditions and values while providing a future-focused curriculum. Most students graduate to universities and other tertiary institutions, and EGGS aims to prepare them for these environments and foster a lifelong love of learning. The curriculum is broad and balanced, covering essential learning areas and offering a diverse range of experiences to broaden horizons. The school provides internationally-recognised academic qualifications.

Arts & Creative
EGGS offers arts and culture through the co-curricular program, including drama, music, and visual art. Music has a proud tradition at EGGS, and students can engage in a broad range of arts activities as part of the co-curricular program. Arts & Culture is one of the four pillars guiding the co-curricular learning framework.

Cultural & Language
Year 9 students study English and one language from Chinese, French, Japanese, Spanish, or Te Reo Māori. Year 10 students study English, Mathematics, Physical Education and Health, Science and Social Studies, with a wide range of full and half year options including language subjects such as Chinese Second Language, French, Japanese, Spanish, Te Reo Māori, and more. This language learning sits within a broad curriculum designed to broaden horizons.

Social & Hobbies
Co-curricular includes four pillars: Arts & Culture, Community, Learning and Sport, guiding the school's wider learning program. Students take leadership positions across the co-curricular program and develop collaboration, self-management, and goal-setting skills. The program encourages balancing classroom learning with co-curricular activities and celebrates both individual and team achievements.

Community & Service
Community is a pillar of co-curricular learning, strengthening identity and spirit and building a sense of belonging in EGGS's diverse community. The school emphasizes developing community ties and leadership through participation in co-curricular activities within the programme. This focus helps students connect with others and contribute to the school and wider community.

Leadership & Professional
Leadership opportunities exist across the co-curricular program, with students taking leadership positions. EGGS Life emphasizes enabling students to become critically engaged in learning and to develop a strong sense of self, with literacy, numeracy and articulation advancing to help them pursue their passions with confidence.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing
Physical Education and Health is part of the Year 9-10 curriculum. The school runs a strong, vibrant sports program as part of its co-curricular life. EGGS also promotes wellbeing and resilience through its values, including Courage Māia, Compassion Aroha, Curiosity Manawa Reka and Community.
Languages

Language Provision
English is studied as a core subject. In Year 9, students study English and choose one language from Te Reo Māori, Chinese Second Language, French, Japanese, or Spanish. In Year 10, students study English and may choose from Chinese Second Language, French, Japanese, Spanish, or Te Reo Māori. Some students may be placed in ESOL. Mandarin- and Korean-speaking counsellors are available to support international students.

Immersion Programs
Full immersion language learning and cultural experience is available for short-term international students, who may undertake this immersion for a minimum of two terms. The international student programme includes this immersive language and cultural experience as part of its offering for learners from abroad. Dedicated international staff provide support to international students throughout their stay.
Admissions

Admissions
1. Enrolment is governed by an Enrolment Scheme and Home Zone residents are entitled to enrol with EGGS at any time. Home Zone applications for 2026 and 2027 are open. 2. Domestic/Home Zone Applicants: Enrolment applications must be completed by a parent/guardian and submitted with supporting documentation using the online form. If there are problems completing the form, the Enrolment Manager can be contacted by email or phone to progress the application. 3. Out of Zone Applicants for 2027: Out of Zone applications for 2027 closed on 2 September 2026. Ballots will be held on 9 September 2026. 4. Boarding Students — Epsom House: If you live outside the Auckland City boundaries you can apply to be a boarder at Epsom House, which provides seven-day-a-week boarding. An application pack can be requested from the Enrolment team. 5. International Students: Applications from international students are welcome and can be lodged at any time; it is recommended to apply at least six months in advance of the intended start date due to high demand. 6. Key Dates for 2027 Enrolment: 31 March 2026 – Open Day; 11 June 2026 – 2027 online applications for Home Zone and Out of Zone available; 2 September 2026 – ballot deadline; 9 September 2026 – ballots held for all year levels. 7. Contact for queries: Enrolment Manager is Mrs. Wendy Smith; phone and email are provided for enquiries, with additional general contact details available through EGGS.

Scholarships
The Old Girls Association (OGA) offers a number of scholarships to EGGS students, with funds raised largely supporting these scholarships. The OGA Scholarships include the Epsom House Scholarship, sponsored by Compass Group, for a student in her first year at Epsom House, and presented at either the intermediate school prize giving or EGGS pre-enrolment Day. The OGA Graduation Scholarships are awarded to Year 13 students at the Graduation Dinner to assist with books and other tertiary study expenses, with selection based on qualities beyond academics.
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