doris
doris
Find Schools
Events
Saved schools
My account
Parent Guide Parent testimonials Community Transparency Charter About For Schools
Currency
Z

Zayed College for Girls

New Zealand, Auckland

Save school
Share
Navigate

· Reviewed by · Co-founder & CEO

Independently researched by doris.
Not yet claimed by the school
Claim your profile
The school at a glance
Fees NZ$18,000
Ages Not listed
Type Girls School
Opened 2001
Bus Service No
Academic offering
Curriculum Bespoke Curriculum
Taught languages Arabic, English
Strengths Sport, Languages, Outdoor Education
Clubs Leadership and Professional, Community and Service, Lifestyle and Wellbeing
Stages Middle School, Senior Secondary School
Introduction

Zayed College for Girls is a state-integrated Islamic secondary school for girls in Years 7-13, Mangere, Auckland, near the international airport. It follows the New Zealand Curriculum in a bespoke program that integrates Religious Studies and Arabic at all levels. The Noble Qur'an guides religious observance and content, with Islamic Studies providing NCEA credits at Levels 1-3 toward results. Middle School (Years 7-10) covers English, Mathematics, Science, Social Sciences, Health and Physical Education, Technology and The Arts, with ESOL and Gifted and Talented options. Senior Years (11-13) pathways lead to tertiary study, vocational qualifications or employment. The campus features a private courtyard, a gym, an indoor heated swimming pool, and a mezzanine-equipped main building. A 2024 playground expands outdoor space. Education Outside the Classroom (EOTC) includes field trips, camps and cultural activities. The school emphasizes leadership, community service, and student wellbeing through a Careers Portal and peer supporters.

44 Westney Road, Māngere, Auckland 2022. PO Box 43251, Māngere 2025

The Essentials

Location
Zayed College for Girls is located at 44 Westney Road, Mangere, Auckland 2022, New Zealand. The entrance is a private road leading to a car park within a fenced campus. It is located close to Auckland International Airport, within easy reach of Central Auckland, and is near three main motorways connecting central, south and east Auckland.

Stages
Year 7
13

Type
State integrated special character Islamic secondary school for girls Year 7
13

Religious affiliation
Islamic
Diving Deeper

Uniform Requirement
The uniform is compulsory for all Year 7–13 students. It includes a black regulation skirt and white regulation blouse, a maroon polar fleece jacket, a black regulation winter jacket, plain black socks, and a regulation black blazer (optional for seniors). Scarves are regulation and are available from the school office, with white scarves for Years 7–10 and black scarves for Years 11–13; NZ Uniforms supplies the rest.

Food Options
Food may be provided at school during lessons or at special events, or occasionally as treats. Nutrition is guided by national guidelines, including the Ministry of Health's Healthy Food and Drink Guidance – Schools.

Governance and Ownership
The school is a state-integrated special character Islamic secondary school. It was built by the Zayed bin Sultan Al-Nahayan Charitable and Humanitarian Foundation.
Fees

Annual tuition at Zayed College for Girls ranges from NZD 18,000 for 2026/27.

Application / Enrolment Fees
- Administration / Enrolment Fee: NZD 500 (non‑refundable).

Tuition fees by year group and term
- International students (standard full-year): Annual tuition NZD 18,000.
- International short‑term study: NZD 4,500 per term.
- Domestic students: Attendance Dues (compulsory) NZD 300 per year for each student.

Billing schedule and payment terms
- International tuition: Fees must be paid in full prior to enrolment confirmation unless otherwise agreed in writing. Fees are payable in New Zealand Dollars (NZD). Payment plans may be considered at the school's discretion.
- Attendance Dues for domestic students: Must be paid in full on enrolment or by the end of Term 1. Termly or monthly advance payment options are available (for example, $75 per term in advance or $30 per month (Feb–Nov) as a possible schedule).

Boarding / Accommodation
- The school does not provide or arrange homestay or boarding accommodation; families are responsible for arranging suitable accommodation and caregiving arrangements.

Other costs and typical variable charges
- Compulsory / expected additional costs:
- Uniform: approximately NZD 300–500.
- Stationery: approximately NZD 150–200 per year.
- Technology: Students are required to bring a suitable laptop (BYOD) in line with school requirements.
- Optional / variable costs (examples and typical ranges):
- School camps / EOTC activities: NZD 100–500 depending on programme.
- School trips and activities: NZD 50–300 depending on the activity.
- Examination and NCEA costs: Subject to external/exam provider rates (NCEA fees follow NZQA charging where applicable).
- Transport: Public transport costs vary by location and are not included in tuition.

Refund information
- Refunds are managed according to the school's Refund Policy and the Education Code. Key points:
- Refund requests must be made in writing.
- Administration / enrolment fees are non‑refundable.
- Refunds may be subject to deductions for costs already incurred.

Fee payment options and instructions
- Accepted/payment channels and arrangements described by the school include:
- Online bank transfer (direct credit) to the school bank account (use the student's name as reference and the year level code where requested).
- Cash or EFTPOS payments at the school reception during office hours.
- Automatic payment arrangements can be set up by contacting the school finance contact (finance email advised for automatic payments and payment plan requests).

Contact for finance / payment queries
- For questions about payment plans, setting up automatic payments, outstanding dues, or specific billing queries, the school's published finance contact email and phone number are provided for direct correspondence.
Academics

Zayed College for Girls teaches Bespoke Curriculum.

Curriculum
The school delivers programmes drawn from the New Zealand Curriculum as a state-integrated secondary school. Students study a wide range of core and option subjects, with Religious Studies and Arabic language taught at all levels. The Noble Qur'an is the authoritative source for all religious observances and content integration into the New Zealand Curriculum. Islamic Studies includes assessments which offer NCEA credits at Levels 1–3 that count toward overall NCEA results and the Certificate of Achievement. The Middle School Programme (Years 7–10) provides a broad core programme including English, Mathematics, Science, Social Sciences, Health & Physical Education, Technology and The Arts, with ESOL and Gifted & Talented offered as additional/optional options. The Senior Programme (Years 11–13) offers pathways that can lead to tertiary study, vocational qualifications or employment.

Higher Education Progression
In the Senior Years (Years 11–13), students select pathways that can lead to tertiary study, vocational qualifications or employment.

Gifted and Talented
Gifted & Talented is offered as an additional/optional programme, including in the middle school.
Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
The school uses a fully integrated Pastoral Care System that plays a key role in student wellbeing, ensuring students settle in and receive the support and advice they need. Parents are encouraged to contact the school if they have concerns, and are informed when there are concerns about their child's behaviour or wellbeing.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)
English as a Second Language (ESOL) is available as an additional/optional programme for students where relevant.

Mental Wellbeing
The Pastoral Care System supports student wellbeing by meeting individual needs and helping students settle into school life. It provides support and advice, and parents are informed when there are concerns about their child's behaviour or wellbeing.

Safeguarding
Pastoral Care contributes to safeguarding by addressing student needs and ensuring concerns about behaviour or wellbeing are managed. The school uses BYOD procedures and cyber safety measures, including a partnership with Family Zone to protect students online. Family Zone's Mobile Zone helps ensure devices meet the school's internet usage expectations. The school's safety framework also includes electronic device use policies and related safeguarding practices.
Parent Experience

History
Zayed College for Girls is a state-integrated special character Islamic secondary school for girls in Years 7–13. It was built by the Zayed bin Sultan Al-Nahayan Charitable and Humanitarian Foundation and opened in January 2001. The school is located in Mangere, Auckland, near Auckland International Airport.

Community
The school has a values-driven community with core values of Kindness, Appreciation, Respect and Equity, and Kare in Te Reo Māori. It also commits to Te Tiriti o Waitangi as part of its community framework. The school maintains an active events and notices program, with regular News & Events updates including items such as the Halal Market in Mangere.
Facilities

Facilities Overview
Zayed College for Girls is a state-integrated Islamic secondary school for girls in Years 7–13. The campus is enclosed by landscaped grounds and a private courtyard, entered through an archway. The gymnasium and indoor swimming pool open onto the courtyard through bi-fold doors, preserving student privacy while enabling cultural and physical activities. The opposite side of the courtyard houses the main building, accessed from a glass-fronted atrium that includes seating and a lift to a mezzanine floor.

Sports Facilities
The school provides an indoor heated swimming pool and a gymnasium. These spaces open onto the courtyard, supporting both physical education and cultural activities with privacy. Recreational sport is popular, with high participation in netball, badminton and swimming. The College regularly enters teams in local and community sports competitions.

Academic Facilities
Zayed College for Girls delivers programmes drawn from the New Zealand Curriculum. The school supports learners with ESOL through dedicated resources and operates in a blended learning environment that combines traditional and digital tools. A modern campus design includes a mezzanine level accessible from the atrium, reflecting contemporary learning spaces. Subject learning is organized around learning-area sites for Arts, English and other subjects.

Extra Curricular Facilities
Sport and physical activity are integral to the school experience, with teams entered in local and community sports competitions. Recreational sports include netball, badminton and swimming. A brand-new playground was completed in 2024, expanding outdoor play and social spaces.
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual
Education Outside the Classroom (EOTC) stands for activities that occur outside the traditional classroom. It includes curriculum-based activities (e.g., field trips) and extra-curricular activities (e.g., camps, voluntary sports, and cultural events) designed to enhance learning through real-world experiences. The school aims to support students to participate in EOTC events as part of reducing barriers to education and ensuring learning is safe and inclusive, tailoring activities to individual needs. Participation in EOTC is encouraged for all students.

Cultural & Language
Cultural events are included as part of Education Outside the Classroom (EOTC). EOTC covers on- and off-site events, including cultural events. EOTC encompasses curriculum-based activities like field trips and other cultural experiences designed to enhance learning through real-world contexts. Participation in EOTC is encouraged.

Social & Hobbies
Camps, voluntary sports, and cultural events are included as extra-curricular activities under Education Outside the Classroom (EOTC). Extracurricular sports may incur a sports fee. The school supports participation in physical activities as part of student wellbeing.

Community & Service
The school emphasises Community and Service as part of its Islamic-inspired KARE values (Community, Service, Excellence, and Faith). These values shape the school environment and learning, promoting respect, inclusion, and service to others. The Code of Conduct addresses how students interact with peers, staff, and the wider community, reinforcing social responsibility.

Leadership & Professional
The Strategic Plan 2024 describes a Careers Portal that enables students to set goals and track achievements. The plan also references mentoring and growth coaching practices to support leadership development and student achievement. It specifies leadership initiatives such as a committee of peer supporters to address bullying and discrimination. Assemblies and student voice opportunities are used to foster leadership and active participation.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing
EOTC activities include outdoor experiences and sports that contribute to hauora (wellbeing) by promoting physical activity and real-world learning. The school promotes healthy nutrition education and physical activity as part of wellbeing. A sports fee may be charged for extracurricular involvement in sports to cover costs of ground hire, transport, and equipment. Nutrition and sun-safety guidelines reflect hauora considerations within school life.
Languages

Language Provision
Learning languages is part of the curriculum. Year 7-12 students study Arabic. Year 7-8 students study Te Reo Maori in addition to Arabic. ESOL supports English language learners to access mainstream classes.
Admissions

Admissions
1. Complete the Enrolment Application Form. Attach the documents listed: a copy of your latest school report with an English translation if needed; a copy of passport details and any existing New Zealand visas; a letter of recommendation by the principal or a teacher from your school; and a small recent photograph. The application should include all requested items. The Enrolment Application Form is the initial step in the international enrolment process.

2. Completed forms are returned to the International Officer. The International Officer oversees the enrolment process. Submissions should include the documents described in Step 1. A confirmation of receipt will be provided after the application is received.

3. You will be notified that the application has been received. The application will be reviewed by the college. The college will inform you of the outcome or next steps.

4. If the application is successful, a Provisional Offer of Place letter is issued. An invoice for school fees is issued at the same time. These documents confirm that a place is available and outline the initial financial obligations. The Provisional Offer indicates the estimated duration of study.

5. Payment of the invoice in full triggers the issuance of a Confirmed Offer of Place, accompanied by a receipt. The Confirmed Offer confirms the duration of the study and officially reserves the student's place. The Confirmed Offer completes the offer stage and enables the next steps in the process.

6. The student applies for a student visa with the New Zealand Government Immigration Service. Information about visa applications is available from the Government's immigration service. Applicants should follow the official guidance on visa applications.

7. Students must possess a valid student visa and permit to study at Zayed College for Girls. Proof of international student health insurance is required before commencing classes. These requirements ensure readiness to begin studies.

8. Read the Refund Policy. The policy relates to enrolments and refunds. Review it before finalising enrolment. The policy is part of the enrolment process.
School Events
The school has not added events
Search for more schools
Search schools in New Zealand View all schools in Auckland View all schools in New zealand Open days & tours in Auckland View all schools Search all schools