International Focus
A school with a teaching and learning focus built on family values, superior pastoral care, and academic support. Our students tell us they do so well because they are part of the Wellington College whanau (family)
Understanding International Student Achievement
We take international education seriously. Our research has identified some interesting information about our international learners. The majority of our students fit into what we have called the 3 year learner profile. Typically in the first year of study our international students achieve around 50 – 65% of the work attempted, however, the same group two years later are all achieving their university entrance. Initially we put this down to their English Language improving over time but we found out much more. When questioned our students told us that improved reading and writing is a factor but so is the following:
- learning to ask questions
- learning to ask for help
- feeling safe, valued and a part of the school
- having friendships and feeling healthy
- studying less subjects than their home country allowing them to focus on the subjects they are interested in
- having teachers who value their achievement
- great google classrooms and learning resources
- peer tutoring
Our administration hours are Monday to Friday, 8am – 4pm (New Zealand Standard Time. We pride ourselves on responding to our international community queries within 24 hours if not sooner.
Leadership
Office Management
English Language
Victor Mau
Acting Head of English Language
Based in the International Student Centre Victor manages the English Language needs of our domestic and international students. Part of the international student orientation process involves testing new students English Language proficiency. Once tested Victor recommends the most suitable English Language classes and provides teaching staff with a guideline of what level the student is at. Victor has made the international centre a warm, inviting, and friendly place for students.
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