International - Why Us?
Kerikeri High School has high standards and a proven track record of academic achievement but what makes us unique is the Kerikeri environment, our Sailing Academy and our Theatre Arts Academy.
Kemp House
Kerikeri is a vibrant, bustling town of about 10,000 people located in the beautiful Bay of Islands in northern New Zealand approximately 45 minutes by plane or 3 hours by car north of Auckland. Originally home to Maori villages, Kerikeri was one of the first places settled by European missionaries in the early 1800s. Kemp House and The Stone Store are the oldest buildings of their kind in New Zealand.
The warm sub-tropical climate is ideal for fruit growing and there is a long established horticultural industry based on successful citrus and kiwifruit production. World-class sailing, fishing, and diving are available in the Bay of Islands. Kerikeri has a unique lifestyle with numerous cafes, boutique shops, artists, and galleries.
Recommendations
"We arrived in Kerikeri knowing virtually
nothing about the town or Kerikeri High School. The International Department
was super in getting our girls enrolled. They have taken everything from
Photography and Drama to Maths and English. They have really enjoyed their
after school fencing class. We can highly recommend Kerikeri to people considering
an international schooling experience. The Northland area is beautiful and
there is plenty to do. Beaches and views out to islands abound. Kerikeri
has a brand new library and an arts center is currently being built. Northland
is known for its subtropical climate and the fruit it produces."
Wes Keyes - Maine, USA
"I really enjoyed going to Kerikeri High School and I have had lots
of highlights. I especially liked playing soccer and seeing the cultural
performances (kapa haka), but I enjoyed most just being with friends"
Leonore, Germany
"The Kiwis are so friendly and it is so easy to make friends. My homestay
are perfect. They are like my real parents"
Bianca, Brazil
"I think Kerikeri is the best place to live. Now I have lots of friends."
Maki, Japan
"The mood with all the exchange students who are here is fantastic"
Alfonso, Italy
"The host families are great and they do a lot of things for you. You have
a lot of choice for your subjects."
Sybille, Belgium
"I made heaps of friends. The kiwis are very friendly. The teachers
and other school personnel will help you with anything you need."
Alessandra, Brazil
"Studying at Kerikeri High School is much fun. Outdoor Education where
you do archery, kayaking and abseiling is one of my best subjects. The school
offers a lot of afternoon activities, for example fencing, jazz band, choir,
and all kinds of sport where you can go exercise with friendly people."
Christoph, Germany
"You become part of a new different culture. Here in Kerikeri High
School there are so many things to do that you're always busy and you can
always have fun."
Cesare, Italy
"I have a lot of friends and the school is really prepared for receiving
international students. My host family accept me like part of their family
and now they are my second family."
Thiago, Brazil
"Be open to new opportunities. Try to adapt and fit in the new culture.
Do as much as you can and enjoy your time here. Make it unforgettable.
Good luck!"
Ricardo, Mexico
"When you are here you never want to go back home!"
Eduardo, Italy
"Be positive. Just think all the students around you are friends,
because they are actually really nice and may just be scared
to speak to you. Enjoy your time; every second"
Fei Fei, China
"Keep smiling and be open. It's important to let other students
know that you want to get to know them"
Freja, Denmark
"There are many international students at Kerikeri High School and
many of them are cool too, but get out there and mingle with the Kiwi students,
and your stay will become a million times better"
GJ, Belgium
