Te Kamo High School

Kamo High School

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About Us

Te Kamo High School has a quality programme for International Students and has many years of experience in hosting students from a wide range of destinations. Class sizes are kept low and there are many opportunities for academic, sporting, cultural, leadership and citizenship success.

The current student roll is 1,000 with around 2%, or 20 international students from about 10 different countries.

Te Kamo High School places a huge emphasis on quality pastoral care. This may include a meet and greet service for new International Students, orientation, Kiwi buddies, insurance claim assistance, visa applications/renewals, international meetings and homestay support.

Location:

Te Kamo High School is located in Whangarei, a small city in the north of New Zealand. Whangarei has a diverse but uniquely New Zealand population with a small number of residents from overseas. Situated in a tranquil harbour, we have access to many beautiful beaches, native bush and world-renowned diving and fishing, all within 20-30 minute’s driving distance.

Our Courses

Students can study subjects at the level to meet individual abilities. The multi-level approach allows for greater flexibility for students in selecting their subjects. Te Kamo High has a wide and varied range of subject choice available to suit all students. Please refer to the subject handbook on our website.

Level 2 Outdoor Education Activities / Outcomes

Select, set up and maintain a mountain or cycle touring bike
Demonstrate the use of basic rope systems for top rope rock climbing and abseiling
Gather and apply weather information to an outdoor recreation activity
Experience day tramps
Experience camping
Demonstrate basic rock climbing movement
Mountain bike on intermediate to expert terrain
Demonstrate personal and social development through participation in adventure based learning
Roll a kayak
Demonstrate sea kayaking skills on sheltered or slow moving water
Snorkel dive with safety

Level 3 Outdoor Education Activities / Outcomes

Demonstrate basic risk management for outdoor recreation
Gather and apply weather information to an outdoor recreation activity
Demonstrate knowledge of weather processes and their effects in New Zealand
Cross rivers
Demonstrate on-track tramping skills for multi-night tramping

School Specific Fees

Tuition Fee

General Tuition Fees apply as shown in the Costs & Dates page.

See also the Costs & Dates page for other information on fees etc.

Homestay Fee:

2025: NZD 300 per week

(For 2025 intake, please enquire directly with MaryJayne Yakas-Taituha: maryjayne.yakas@kamohigh.school.nz)

2026: Please enquire with the school.

Homestay Placement Fee

NZD 250

Airport Transfer and Student Pick-Up

Fees depend on the level of service the student needs and the distance from the airport pick-up. Usually transfer service range between NZD 500-800.

Outdoor Education Course Fee:

Outdoor Education is part of our school curriculum and is therefore paid within the school tuition fees. It is designed to give students a variety of outdoor experiences and teaches students how to enjoy the outdoors safely.

Students are tested in stepping out of their comfort zones to overcome challenges and build confidence. The Senior Course handbook page 50 Health and Physical Education on our website under "Academic" will provide you with more information.

Extra costs may apply for school trips, sports teams, uniform and some stationery. Comprehensive travel and medical insurance cover is compulsory and can be arranged through the International Department. Fees are payable in advance, as per visa requirements.