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Tauranga Boys' College

New Zealand, Tauranga

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English
Fees NZ$23,000
Ages Not listed
Type Boys School
Opened 1958
Bus Service No
Academic offering
Curriculum Cambridge IGCSE
Taught languages Japanese, Spanish, Mandarin, English
Strengths Sport, Performing Arts, Academic Enrichment
Clubs Academic and Intellectual, Arts and Creative, Cultural and Language
Stages Secondary School, Senior Secondary School
Introduction

Tauranga Boys' College is a New Zealand state secondary school for boys, located at 664 Cameron Road near Tauranga's CBD. It follows the New Zealand Curriculum (NZC) across eight learning areas: English, the Arts, Health and Physical Education, Languages, Mathematics and Statistics, Science, Social Sciences and Technology. Cambridge IGCSE is offered, with Academic Tutors guiding subject choices. An Intensive English Support Programme helps international students develop language skills across year levels. The college achieves strong results in national scholarships and high achievement in NCEA, including Level 3 with Excellence endorsements. An accelerated pathway enables Year 13 students with top NCEA results to study university papers in Chemistry, Physics, Biology, Statistics and Philosophy through partnerships with the University of Canterbury, the University of Waikato and Victoria University of Wellington, taught on campus or online. Facilities include Graham Young Youth Theatre, The Cloud, Gemming Turf, Tennis Courts and two gyms (Robert Mangan Gymnasium and Gymnasium Two). The campus hosts a Homestay Ambassador program and an International Student Office. Established in 1958, the college bears the motto Pergo et Perago and the crest Myron's Discobolus, and supports sport and arts through clubs and international exchanges.

664 Cameron Rd, Tauranga 3112, New Zealand

The Essentials

Tauranga Boys' College has instruction in English.

Location
664 Cameron Rd, Tauranga 3112, New Zealand. Tauranga Boys' College is a state secondary school for boys located on the edge of Tauranga's downtown area. The bus stops for urban services are on Cameron Road, 14th Avenue and Fraser Street. The rural bus stop for Tauranga Boys' College is on Devonport Road, and the Schoolhopper bus stop is on 13th Avenue.

Stages
The school follows the New Zealand Curriculum, which specifies eight learning areas. There are junior levels and senior levels, with Intensive English Support available for international students at all year levels.

Type
State secondary school for boys

Additional learning support
Intensive English Support Programme for international students across junior and senior levels.

Bus service
Rural School Bus is provided by Uzabus; the rural stop is on Devonport Road. The Schoolhopper bus stop is on 13th Avenue. Urban Baybus services stop near the college on Cameron Road, 14th Avenue and Fraser Street, with route numbers 1, 40, 55, 59, 62 and 71. Bee Card is required to tag on/off for most Baybus routes; Tauranga Bayhopper services offer free travel during peak hours (before 9:00 am and 2:30–6:00 pm) on weekdays, except routes 80 and 81.
Diving Deeper

Boarding Arrangements
The school offers homestay as an accommodation option for international students. A Homestay Manager coordinates placements with host families, with safety checks (police vetting for adults in the home) and a Homestay Carer Agreement. Applications can be made online, and host families are remunerated (long-term: $370 per week; short-term: $70 per night).

Uniform Requirement
The school requires a complete uniform for all students. Years 9-12 wear a navy polo shirt with crest, grey shorts or grey long trousers with crest, navy jersey and/or school jacket; Year 13 wear a white polo shirt with crest, navy shorts or navy long trousers with crest and a sky blue jersey. Footwear must be plain black lace-up or slip-on school shoes that are hard-soled with a heel and are able to be polished; plain brown or black sandals with a front strap and a heel strap may be worn. There is an onsite Uniform Shop offering new and second-hand uniforms.

Food Options
The school has a canteen on site. Lunch areas include the Amphitheatre, the Green, the Hexagon, and the Canteen.

House System
The school has a house system. Students are assigned to a House upon enrolling. Aronui is the name of one House, the House of Learning.

Governance and Ownership
The Board of Trustees is the Crown entity responsible for the governance and control of Tauranga Boys' College. The board is the employer of all staff, sets the college's strategic direction in consultation with parents, staff, students and the community, and ensures the college provides a safe environment and quality education for all its students.
Fees

Annual tuition at Tauranga Boys' College ranges from NZD 23,000 for 2026/27.

Application / Registration fee
- A one-time registration (application) fee of NZD 500 is payable at enrolment.

Tuition fees (structured by enrolment duration)
- Tuition for international students is published by enrolment duration rather than by New Zealand school year (Year 9–13). The published tuition amounts are:
- 1 year (4 terms): NZD 20,000 (2026) / NZD 23,000 (2027).
- 3 terms: NZD 16,000 (2026) / NZD 17,000 (2027).
- 2 terms: NZD 12,000 (2026) / NZD 13,000 (2027).
- 1 term: NZD 7,000 (2026) / NZD 7,500 (2027).
- Per-term tuition (simple division of the annual tuition by the number of terms) is therefore:
- 2026: 1-year tuition NZD 20,000 → NZD 5,000 per term; 3-term enrolment NZD 16,000 → NZD ~5,333 per term; 2-term NZD 12,000 → NZD 6,000 per term; 1-term NZD 7,000 → NZD 7,000.
- 2027: 1-year tuition NZD 23,000 → NZD 5,750 per term; 3-term NZD 17,000 → NZD ~5,667 per term; 2-term NZD 13,000 → NZD 6,500 per term; 1-term NZD 7,500 → NZD 7,500.

Homestay / accommodation (not on-campus boarding)
- Homestay is used for international students; no on-campus boarding is listed. Homestay rates published are:
- 2026 homestay: NZD 370 per week.
- 2027 homestay: NZD 410–450 per week in published 2027 materials (2027 fees list NZD 450 per week as an example for homestay).
- Special-diet homestay rate example: NZD 420 per week (2026 guidance) and higher rates noted for 2027 materials. Homestay administration/placement fees are also published (e.g., homestay administration NZD 500 in 2027).

Other compulsory or regular fees (examples and typical amounts in NZD)
- Administration fee: NZD 700 (listed as part of the international fee schedule 2026).
- Contingency / Expenses (covers compulsory uniform items except shoes, subject consumables, etc.): NZD 2,000 (2026 full-year example); 2027 shows similar contingency amounts. Any unused portion is returned at the end of enrolment.
- Sports levy (annual): NZD 40.
- Outdoor education: NZD 200 per term (NZD 800 per full year).
- NCEA / NZQA exam fees: approximately NZD 400.
- Cambridge fees (Year 11 English & Maths example): NZD 440 for both subjects (NZD 220 each).
- Uniform (approximate purchase cost): ~NZD 500; uniform hire (one term) about NZD 100 (subject to availability).
- Homestay relocation / homestay change fee: NZD 400 per change.
- Insurance (medical/travel): approx. NZD 600 per year (school can assist with Uni-Care arrangements). Visa renewal fee and other government/processing fees are listed (examples: NZD 750 visa renewal; NZD 200 processing).

Billing schedule and payment terms
- The school issues an invoice and a Conditional Offer of Place once an application is accepted. Payment of the invoiced amount is required to receive a Confirmed Offer of Place and a receipt; the Confirmed Offer of Place is required for Immigration New Zealand visa applications.
- Homestay is invoiced for the period starting 5 days prior to the student's arrival until 5 days after enrolment ends, unless otherwise agreed. Multiple homestay changes can incur a placement/change fee.
- All published international fee schedules are labelled provisional and subject to change. Registration is payable once and covers application processing and contract documentation.

Refund information and conditions
- Refunds are considered under specified conditions. Examples from the published fee protection and refund policy:
- If an application for withdrawal is made before the course start date, fees will be refunded in full less the Deposit/Registration fee of NZD 500.
- If withdrawal occurs after the course start date, a minimum of 28 days' notice is generally required; refunds after the start are calculated pro rata for weeks remaining in the contracted tuition period and deductions may include the registration fee, costs already incurred, committed components for the duration of the course, and government levies or agents' fees. After the second half of the course there is generally no refund except in exceptional compassionate circumstances.
- If the school ceases to provide the agreed programme or ceases to be a signatory to the Code of Practice, unused fees will be refunded or transferred as required by the Code. Refunds are normally paid to the parent unless otherwise instructed.

Fee payment options (what is published)
- Tuition and homestay are invoiced by the International Office; payment is required to confirm enrolment and trigger issuance of the Confirmed Offer of Place. Specific tuition payment methods are handled through the school's international enrolment process and payment portal when invoiced.
- Uniform purchases are processed through the school uniform shop which accepts credit card payments via Stripe and bank transfer to the school's bank account; the uniform shop publishes both credit-card and bank-transfer options for payment.

Boarding status
- Tauranga Boys' College does not list on-campus boarding; accommodation for international students is provided via approved homestay arrangements with the published homestay weekly rates and associated homestay administration fees.

Note on year-by-year tuition detail
- The published international fee schedule lists tuition by enrolment duration (1 year, 3 terms, 2 terms, 1 term) and does not publish separate tuition rates specifically by NZ Year level (Year 9–13). Therefore no distinct Year 9 / Year 10 / Year 11 / Year 12 / Year 13 tuition figures are published in the school's international fee schedule.
Academics

Tauranga Boys' College teaches Cambridge IGCSE.

Curriculum
Follows the New Zealand Curriculum (NZC) framework with eight learning areas: English, the Arts, Health and Physical Education, Languages, Mathematics and Statistics, Science, Social Sciences and Technology. Intensive English Support Programme assists international students with language development across year levels. The curriculum provides a broad general education and a foundation for later specialisation, with Academic Tutors guiding subject selections. Academic results are strong, with consistent success in national scholarship examinations and high performance in NCEA, including Level 3 with Excellence endorsements. University Papers are offered through strong relationships with the University of Canterbury, The University of Waikato and Victoria University of Wellington as part of an accelerated learning programme; Year 13 students with top NCEA results can study university papers in Chemistry, Physics, Biology, Statistics and Philosophy, taught by college staff under university licenses or online.

Exam Results
Academic results are strong: students consistently achieve strong results in national scholarship examinations, often leading the Bay of Plenty region. The school maintains a high level of performance in NCEA, with many students achieving Level 3 and being endorsed with Excellence.

Higher Education Progression
University Papers are offered through strong relationships with the University of Canterbury, The University of Waikato and Victoria University of Wellington, providing Level 100 (Stage 1) papers as part of an accelerated learning programme. Year 13 students who have achieved excellent grades at NCEA Level 3 can study university papers in Chemistry, Physics, Biology, Statistics and Philosophy, taught by college staff under license from the universities or online.

Gifted and Talented
Accelerate Programme provides an academic platform for advanced students to move through key subjects faster than peers. Selection is based on an Entrance test, Year 8 achievement and Year 8 teacher recommendations, with final placement by Year 9 Academic and Accelerate Tutors. Students in Accelerate Programme are encouraged to take Philosophy as an option.
Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
The school provides a supportive, orderly and caring learning environment. The good man characteristics underpin daily behaviours with values such as Respect, Generosity, Loyalty, Resilience, Commitment and Honesty. Healthy relationships and a sense of belonging are fostered through the relationships between students, teachers and the wider community. A Deputy Principal leads Student Support & Wellbeing to oversee social-emotional and wellbeing initiatives. The international programme notes a welfare network including an International Director, Homestay Manager, Guidance Counsellors, Deans and Liaison staff to support student welfare.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)
Learning Support is a faculty at Tauranga Boys' College led by a Head of Learning Support, Rachelle Stratton.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)
Intensive English is offered to students for whom English is not their first language. In the senior levels, supportive academic English classes are provided to support language development while studying core subjects.

Mental Wellbeing
Wellbeing is a priority in the international and welfare materials, with guidance on staying happy, healthy and safe as an international student. Guidance Counsellors and Deans form part of the welfare support network for all students, with an International Director and Liaison staff to assist. A Deputy Principal is responsible for Student Support & Wellbeing.

Safeguarding
Tauranga Boys' College is a signatory to the NZQA Code of Practice for the Pastoral Care of International Students. The Code outlines the school's responsibilities to safeguard international learners and is available in multiple languages on request; complaints can be filed with NZQA if needed. The Code of Practice 2021 is referenced in the school's safeguarding materials.
Parent Experience

History
Secondary Education for Tauranga began in the early 1900s with a District High School on Cameron Road. In 1937 the Education Board purchased Hillsdene for a new secondary school; Tauranga College opened on February 5, 1946. After 12 years as Tauranga College, the school was split into Boys' and Girls' Colleges; Tauranga Boys' College came into being in 1958. The College honours its past through memorials, with buildings named after former principals, and a crest chosen as Myron's Discobolus, with the motto Pergo et Perago meaning 'I pick up the work and carry it through'.

Community
Culture at Tauranga Boys' College celebrates the rich cultural diversity of our community. Through Kapa Haka, Ngā Manu Kōrero, Pasifika, and more, students connect with their heritage, express identity, and develop leadership, fostering pride, belonging, and whanaungatanga. Kapa Haka is a cornerstone of student life; the Super 8 Festival is the first kaupapa, followed by Mataatua Regionals as the regional event that acts as a qualifier for Nationals. Ngā Manu Kōrero, established in 1965, promotes fluency in te reo Māori and English and includes divisions such as Pei Te Hurinui Jones and Te Rāwhiti Ihaka Contests, with regional competitions leading toward Nationals. Pasifika performances celebrate diverse Pacific cultures, with events such as the Super 8 Cultural Festival, local fia fia nights, and Pasifika in the Bay Festival, and the group aims to perform at Auckland's Polyfest.

Parent Teacher Association (PTA)
The Tauranga Boys' College Old Boys' Association is the driving force behind strengthening and reconnecting the relationships between past pupils and the college. The association supports initiatives within the college to enhance the quality of education, student leadership, and extra-curricular activities. It also provides financial assistance for students who might otherwise not be able to fully take part in opportunities at Tauranga Boys' College. Without the support of parents, old boys and friends of the college, many essential projects and facilities would not have been possible. Join the Tauranga Boys' College Old Boys' Association to stay connected.
Facilities

Facilities Overview
The school sits close to Tauranga's CBD, adjacent to SH2, providing a central location with easy access to public transport. Facility hire is available for conferences, corporate meetings, and weddings, with access after school hours, on weekends and during holiday periods at competitive rates. The on-site spaces include Graham Young Youth Theatre, The Cloud, Gemming Turf, Tennis Courts, and two gyms: the Robert Mangan Gymnasium and Gymnasium Two. The hire package offers a central location, fit-for-purpose entertaining and function facilities, ample free parking, access to onsite caterers, and access to in-house technical support.

Sports Facilities
The Robert Mangan Gymnasium is a modern state-of-the-art gymnasium with fit-for-purpose changing rooms near ample free parking and adjacent to Nicholson Field. There are three upper-level classrooms, two of which are open plan and equipped with full kitchen facilities that overlook the field, making the space suitable for functions, meetings or conferences. The tennis courts consist of four Plexipave courts at Cameron Road and 13th Avenue, with access to changing rooms, toilets and showers and options for annual or single-use key hire. The Cloud is a modern multipurpose indoor facility used for club cricket trainings, cricket lane hire, cricket coaching, hockey skills training, hockey coach development, tennis coaching, futsal trainings, and recreational use of a wide open indoor space, with casual users such as family groups and church groups.

Academic Facilities
The Robert Mangan Gymnasium complex includes three upper-level classrooms, two of which are open plan and have full kitchen facilities overlooking the field. The gymnasium is a modern facility with fit-for-purpose changing rooms and close proximity to the main field. The Graham Young Youth Theatre provides a dedicated space for performing arts and related learning. The Cloud serves as a contemporary indoor facility that supports a range of indoor activities and events tied to school programs.

Extra Curricular Facilities
The Cloud supports cricket trainings, individual lane hire for cricket, cricket coaching by Tauranga professional coaches, hockey skills training, hockey coach development, tennis coaching (groundstrokes during winter/rainy days), futsal trainings, recreational use of a wide open indoor space, and casual users such as family groups and church groups. Graham Young Youth Theatre provides a venue for performing arts and related events. Gemming Turf and the Tennis Courts support a broad range of sports and after-school programs.
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual
The school provides a broad range of educational opportunities with a primary focus on academic achievement. It offers annual exchanges with Super Eight schools and international tours, expanding students' academic and cultural horizons. Debating is part of the arts and culture programme, supporting critical thinking and public speaking. The drama group represents the region at the national Shakespeare Festival, and students participate in national competitions in music, speech, and visual arts.

Arts & Creative
The Arts programme is highly successful, with groups achieving national recognition and titles. It includes Music, Culture, Theatre, Visual Arts, Speech & Writing, and Chess. The drama group represents the region at the national Shakespeare Festival, and some students have been selected to attend the Globe Theatre in London. The arts facilities include a purpose-built theatre and state-of-the-art equipment.

Cultural & Language
The college celebrates the cultural diversity of its community and participates in cultural events such as Mataatua Regionals, where students perform alongside Tauranga Girls' College. Kapa Haka and Pasifika groups are active within the College. The school offers international exchanges and tours as part of its global engagement. Outings range from adventure activities to cultural excursions that immerse students in local culture.

Social & Hobbies
There are many ways to be involved in school life. The in-school Daily Notices advertise opportunities to join chosen interests. Outings range from adventure activities to cultural excursions that immerse students in our culture. The Titans Sport and Arts & Culture programmes provide opportunities to participate in sport, music, drama, culture, and related activities.

Community & Service
Hosting international students provides a unique and inclusive cultural exchange opportunity for Kiwi families to open their homes and hearts to the world. The school runs a Homestay Ambassador program. The International Student Office offers on-site support to international students and fosters a welcoming community.

Leadership & Professional
Leaders in the Community provides leadership experiences for students. The Titans Sport program emphasizes leadership, discipline, resilience, and personal growth. The International Office supports students in leadership and development through dedicated staff and on-call support.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing
The Titans Sport program focuses on participation, excellence, and a positive, growth-minded environment for well-being. The Athlete Development Programme provides nutrition, sports psychology, and prehabilitation/rehabilitation to support student-athletes. Students can participate in a wide range of sports, including Athletics, Cricket, Futsal, Golf, Mountain Biking, Rowing, Tennis, and more.
Languages

Language Provision
The school follows the New Zealand Curriculum, with Languages as one of eight learning areas. Year 9 requires at least 1 option from Learning Languages. Te Reo Māori is a core subject in Aronui; classes are taught either bilingually or in te reo Māori. Japanese and Spanish are available as language options, and the Intensive English Support Programme provides English language development for international students.

Bilingual Teaching
The school has Te Reo Māori instruction within the Aronui programme. Te Reo Māori is a core subject at all year levels. Classes are taught either bilingually or in te reo Māori. Māori Performing Arts and Whakairo (Māori carving) are offered as Aronui options.

Immersion Programs
The school has Te Reo Māori immersion through Aronui. Some Aronui classes are taught in te reo Māori. Te Reo Māori is a core subject within Aronui. Māori Performing Arts and Whakairo (Māori carving) are offered as Aronui options.
Admissions

Admissions
Code of Practice and student welfare: Tauranga Boys' College is a signatory to the Code of Practice for the Pastoral Care of International Students and observes The Education (Pastoral Care of Tertiary and International Learners) Code of Practice 2021. Copies of the Code are available on request. The International Office provides extensive welfare support through an International Director, a Homestay Manager, Guidance Counsellors, Deans and liaison staff. STEP 1: APPLY. Begin the application online by clicking Apply Now. The International Office reviews the submission and will notify the applicant or their agent within 48 hours regarding next steps; additional information may be requested, and an enrolment interview on Skype or WeChat may be required. STEP 2: PAYMENT AND VISA. If accepted, an invoice and a Conditional Offer of Place are issued to begin the student visa process. After payment, a receipt and a Confirmed Offer of Place are issued, which is required for a student visa application to Immigration New Zealand. STEP 3: HOMESTAY AND FLIGHTS. The school's Homestay Manager can arrange homestay accommodation if requested, and the accommodation must be approved by the school to ensure compliance with the Code of Practice. Host details are provided once payment and arrival details are confirmed. STEP 4: ARRIVAL. Comprehensive travel and medical insurance is required before arrival; Uni-Care is the preferred provider or insurance can be arranged through the school if requested. If staying in school-arranged accommodation, airport pickup can be arranged, an orientation program is held, and help is available to obtain school uniforms and other required items.

Waitlist
Out-of-zone enrolment applications are processed by a ballot with a defined order of priority. If there are no places, applicants are placed on an ordered waitlist drawn from the ballot, and eligibility decisions follow the priority order. The priority order is, in order: first, students accepted for enrolment in a school-approved special programme (not applicable to Tauranga Boys' College); second, siblings of current students; third, siblings of former students; fourth, children of former students; fifth, children of employees of the School's Board of Trustees; sixth, all other students who live outside the school zone. For 2027, Out-of-Zone Enrolment Applications opened July 21, 2026 and closed September 7, 2026; the ballot was held September 14, 2026, and applicants were advised by September 17, 2026 whether they had a place or were on the waitlist.
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