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Pukekohe Christian School

New Zealand, Auckland

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English
Fees NZ$9,520 - 10,950
Ages Not listed
Type Co-educational
Bus Service No
Academic offering
Curriculum Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge International AS Levels, Cambridge A Levels
Taught languages English
Strengths Sport, Performing Arts, Visual and Creative Arts
Clubs Academic and Intellectual, Arts and Creative, Community and Service
Stages Primary School, Middle School, Secondary School
Introduction

Pukekohe Christian School is an independent, co-educational Christian school at 82 Yates Road, Pukekohe, New Zealand. It teaches the Cambridge International Curriculum from Year 1 to Year 13, offering Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge International AS Levels and Cambridge A Levels. The Primary Programme develops English, Mathematics and Science and includes History, Physical Education, ICT and Art alongside Cambridge subjects. From Year 7, students study a broad curriculum in preparation for IGCSE (Year 11), AS (Year 12) and A Level (Year 13) examinations, including Physics, Chemistry, Biology, English Literature and Language, Mathematics, Accounting, Business Studies, Art and Design, Technology, Biblical Studies, Health and P.E., Geography, History, Classical Studies, Global Perspectives and ICT. The Cambridge curriculum is flexible and aligns with the school's Christian character, providing progression through Primary, Intermediate and High School and preparing students for university and beyond. Years 7-13 are taught by specialists; the school has a science laboratory overseen by a Laboratory Manager and integrated ICT resources supported by IT staff, in a safe, stimulating environment.

82 Yates Road, Pukekohe, New Zealand

The Essentials

Pukekohe Christian School has instruction in English.

Location
82 Yates Road, Pukekohe, New Zealand. Located in the picturesque rural surrounds of Pukekohe on Yates Road, minutes from the town centre.

Stages
Years 1–13

Type
Independent, co-educational Christian school

Additional learning support
English & Maths Support

Country affiliation
New Zealand

Religious affiliation
Christian (Biblical, Christ-centred education)

Bus service
There is no school bus; parents drop off or arrange carpooling
Diving Deeper

Uniform Requirement
The school requires students to wear a school uniform at all times. Mufti days may be advised by the Principal. The uniform can be purchased from The Uniform Shop, Glasgow Rd, Pukekohe.

House System
There is a house system. House Captains organize regular house activities and help to develop pride and a sense of house spirit among students from Years 1–13.

Governance and Ownership
The school is an independent private school governed by a Board of Trustees. The Board aims for a balanced curriculum, a safe, disciplined and stimulating environment, the active promotion of Christian morals and values, the development of leadership, and open and constructive communication between school and home.
Fees

Annual tuition at Pukekohe Christian School ranges from NZD 9,520 to NZD 10,950 for 2026/27.

Applicable fee year
- The fee figures below correspond to the published 2025 fee schedule.

Application and enrolment fees
- Enrolment fee (non-refundable): NZD 800.00 (inclusive of GST) — payable to secure a place prior to commencement.
- Booking fee for waiting list (non-refundable): NZD 250.00 (inclusive of GST) — payable to secure a waiting-list place; the remainder of the enrolment fee is invoiced when a place becomes available.

Tuition and development/maintenance fees (per year and per term) — 2025
- Year 0–6:
- Tuition fee (annual): NZD 8,620.00.
- Development & maintenance fee (annual): NZD 900.00.
- Total fees (annual): NZD 9,520.00.
- Total fees per term: NZD 2,380.00.

- Year 7–8:
- Tuition fee (annual): NZD 9,500.00.
- Development & maintenance fee (annual): NZD 900.00.
- Total fees (annual): NZD 10,400.00.
- Total fees per term: NZD 2,600.00.

- Year 9–10:
- Tuition fee (annual): NZD 9,820.00.
- Development & maintenance fee (annual): NZD 900.00.
- Total fees (annual): NZD 10,720.00.
- Total fees per term: NZD 2,680.00.

- Year 11–13:
- Tuition fee (annual): NZD 10,050.00.
- Development & maintenance fee (annual): NZD 900.00.
- Total fees (annual): NZD 10,950.00.
- Total fees per term: NZD 2,737.50.

Family surcharge and compulsory small fees
- Family surcharge (including GST): NZD 575.00 — payable over six months.
- Year 0–6 stationery pack and workbook fee (including GST): NZD 90.00 (maximum two packs per family).
- Year 7–8 art pack fee (including GST): NZD 75.00.

Family discounts (tuition fee only)
- First child: no discount.
- Second child: 5% discount (tuition fee only).
- Third child: 15% discount (tuition fee only).
- Fourth child: 50% discount (tuition fee only).
- Early payment discount does not apply.

Additional costs and extras
- Uniforms: school uniform required; cost charged separately (available from local uniform supplier).
- Stationery for Years 7–13 as per published stationery lists.
- Class / school trips and camps, extra-curricular activities, swimming lessons, and other activity costs.
- BYOD requirements for Years 11–13 where personal device costs apply.
- Damaged or lost school textbooks: replacement charges apply.
- Take-home workbooks and certain consumables for lower years are invoiced separately.
- IGCSE, AS and A Level exam fees: invoiced by the school based on fees set by Cambridge International Examinations.

Billing schedule and payment terms
- All invoices must be paid by the due date shown on the invoice.
- Monthly invoices will be issued for fees regardless of chosen payment frequency.
- Payments are expected to commence in January of the invoiced year.
- Families choosing monthly, fortnightly or weekly payment frequencies are encouraged to pay by direct debit / automatic payment.

Refunds, notice and withdrawal
- The enrolment fee (NZD 800.00) and the booking fee (NZD 250.00) are non-refundable.
- One term's written notice is required to withdraw a student. If shorter notice is given, a term's fee will be charged in lieu of notice.

Boarding
- Boarding is not offered; there are no boarding fees.

Fee payment methods
- The school explicitly encourages payment by direct debit / automatic payment for recurring payment plans; invoices are issued monthly. Specific accepted payment channels (for example, bank transfer, credit card) are set out on school account documentation.

Notes for parents
- All fee figures above are stated inclusive of GST where indicated.
Academics

Pukekohe Christian School teaches Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge International AS Levels, Cambridge A Levels.

Curriculum
Pukekohe Christian School follows the Cambridge International Curriculum from Year 1-13. The Primary Programme develops English, Mathematics and Science skills and uses progression tests to monitor student progress, with History, Physical Education, ICT and Art taught alongside the Cambridge Curriculum. From Year 7, students study a broad curriculum in preparation for IGCSE (Year 11), AS (Year 12) and A Level (Year 13) examinations, including Physics, Chemistry and Biology, English Literature and Language, Mathematics, Accounting, Business Studies, Art and Design, Technology, Biblical Studies, Health and P.E., Geography, History, Classical Studies, Global Perspectives and ICT. The Cambridge curriculum is flexible and aligns with the school's Christian character. It provides a clear progression through Primary, Intermediate and High School and prepares students for university and beyond.

Student Teacher Ratio
One class per year level. Years 7-13 are taught by specialists in each subject.

Higher Education Progression
The Cambridge International Curriculum provides a clear pathway of progression through Primary, Intermediate and High School and prepares students for university and beyond.
Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
There is a strong sense of community at Pukekohe Christian School, with older students encouraged to help and support younger children, creating leadership opportunities. Staff are committed to the overall well-being of each student, and the environment is secure and nurturing.

Mental Wellbeing
Mental wellbeing is supported by a secure, nurturing environment and the staff's focus on the wellbeing of each student as part of daily school life.

Safeguarding
The school provides a safe, disciplined and stimulating environment; open communication between school and home supports safeguarding.
Parent Experience

Community
One of the outstanding aspects of Pukekohe Christian School is the sense of community. Within the school, older students are encouraged to help and support the younger children, developing strong bonds and leadership opportunities. Parents form an integral part of the Pukekohe Christian School community, supporting the school with camps, Duke of Edinburgh tramps, sporting events, Pet Day, Gala, Cultural Day, educational trips and a wide range of other activities within the school year. All families in our community are united in creating a secure and nurturing environment where students are able to achieve their full potential in an atmosphere of respect, integrity and honour.
Facilities

Facilities Overview
The school has a science laboratory, overseen by a Laboratory Manager. IT resources are supported by IT staff as part of an integrated ICT program. Pukekohe Christian School follows the Cambridge International Curriculum from Year 1 to Year 13. Years 7–13 are taught by specialists in each subject. The school maintains a safe, disciplined and stimulating learning environment.

Sports Facilities
The school has a full sports programme including Athletics, Netball, Soccer, Basketball, Cross Country and Swimming. Swimming lessons for Years 1-6 are held at Fulton Swim School in Term 2. Years 1-8 participate in Franklin Schools competitions. The school also takes part in termly sporting events with Auckland Christian Schools, involving the whole school. Years 9-13 have the opportunity to represent PCS through the Auckland College Sport programme.

Academic Facilities
Pukekohe Christian School follows the Cambridge International Curriculum from Year 1 to Year 13. Years 7-9 are taught by specialist teachers and study English, Mathematics, Science, History, Geography, ICT, Art, Technology and Health and PE. Year 10 follows the Cambridge Curriculum with subjects including Art and Design, Co-ordinated Science, Commerce, English, Health and PE, ICT, Mathematics and Social Sciences. Years 11-13 study Cambridge IGCSE, AS and A Level courses with Bible Studies, English and a broad range of electives such as Biology, Chemistry, Economics, Global Perspectives, Geography, ICT, Mathematics, Photography/Art and Physics. There is a science laboratory and ICT resources supported by a Laboratory Manager and IT Support.

Extra Curricular Facilities
PCS offers a wide range of extracurricular activities. On-campus clubs include Enviro Group, Prayer/Bible Study groups, School Yearbook, Chess Club, Heart of Worship band, Dance/Worship Group and Epro 8. The Duke of Edinburgh Award Scheme is available for students aged 14 and over. Leadership opportunities include House Captains, Student Councils, Year 5 librarians and First Aiders funded by the school. Education Outside the Classroom begins in Year 3 with an overnight camp at school and continues with year-level camps for Years 5-10. The school also participates in off-campus events such as the Franklin Arts Festival, Mathex, Franklin Speech Competition, Gala/Colour Fun Run, National Leaders' Day, Student Leadership Conference, Pet Day, Tennis, Cultural Day, Book Character Day, Young Enterprise Scheme, Chalk Day, School Ball and World Vision – 40 Hour Challenge.
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual
The Cambridge International Curriculum is taught from Year 1 through Year 13. From Year 7, students study a broad range of subjects including English, Mathematics, Science, History, Geography, ICT, Art, Technology, Health and PE, Biblical Studies, English Literature and Language, Physics, Chemistry, Biology and Global Perspectives. Examinations begin in Year 7, with two sets of examinations each year and assessments at the end of each unit of work. In Years 11 to 13, students follow Cambridge IGCSE, AS and A Level courses, providing a pathway toward university study.

Arts & Creative
There is a strong emphasis on arts and music, including private music tuition during school hours and performance opportunities. Performing groups include the Heart of Worship band and a Dance/Worship Group. Visual arts are supported through Photography/Art as an optional subject in Years 11-13, and the school participates in arts-focused events such as the Franklin Arts Festival.

Cultural & Language
Cultural Day is a regular part of school life. Book Character Day is another example of student-centered cultural activities that celebrate reading and creativity.

Social & Hobbies
Internal School Clubs include Chess Club, Enviro Group, Prayer/Bible Study groups and the School Yearbook. Students can participate in Music-related groups such as the Heart of Worship band and Dance/Worship Group, and there are Epro 8 engineering activities as well as basketball, netball and other sports.

Community & Service
Duke of Edinburgh programmes offer outdoor adventure and service components, with students engaging in community and environmental activities. World Vision – 40 Hour Challenge is part of student charitable initiatives. The school also hosts events such as Gala/Colour Fun Run, Pet Day and various educational trips that foster community involvement.

Leadership & Professional
There are many leadership opportunities within the school, and students are encouraged to look for ways to lead. National Leaders' Day and a Student Leadership Conference are among the leadership-oriented activities available to students.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing
PCS runs a full sports programme including Athletics, Netball, Soccer, Basketball, Cross Country and Swimming, with swimming lessons for Years 1-6 in Term 2. Education Outside of the Classroom begins in Year 3 with an overnight camp and continues through Year 5-10, building teamwork and resilience. The school's broader activities, including camps, sport, music and arts, support student wellbeing and physical health.
Languages

Language Provision
The school teaches English and includes English Literature and Language as Cambridge Curriculum subjects.
Admissions

Admissions
1 – Enquire: Contact the school to discuss questions about PCS. A visit can be arranged to meet the principal and to see the school in action. PCS caters for children from Year 1 to Year 13 and follows the Cambridge International Curriculum with a Christian foundation woven through every aspect of school life. This initial contact helps families understand how PCS supports student learning and community life. 2 – Apply: Decide PCS is the right fit for your family and complete the application form, then return it to the school. The application initiates the formal enrolment process and provides information for the Board to consider. The process requests essential details needed for class placement and enrolment decisions. Families are informed of the outcome as soon as possible after the Board reviews the application. 3 – Interview: A day and time will be arranged for the child to attend an interview. The child meets the principal and may bring certificates, photos or other items to share. The child will visit a prospective classroom and learn about life at PCS. This interview helps both sides determine fit with the school's environment and expectations. 4 – Application decision: All applications are taken to the Board for approval and PCS informs the family of the outcome as soon as possible. The Board considers space availability and enrolment policies when making decisions. Families are kept informed during the decision process.

Scholarships
The school does not have scholarships available.

Waitlist
Some year levels do not have current spaces available. If this is the case for your child's year level, apply and join the waiting list. Once a place becomes available, you will be notified immediately. Priority is given to siblings of children already at PCS.
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