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It is both exciting and challenging to come and live in a new country with a different culture.
It is both exciting and challenging to come and live in a new country with a different culture.
Here is some information to help you make a smooth transition.
Here is some information to help you make a smooth transition.
Please remember to bring the following:
Passport and Visa: Make sure your passport is valid for the whole time you are here.
Suitable clothing: Wellington has a temperate climate with a good dose of wind. The temperature in Wellington will rarely rise above 25°C (77°F), or drop below 6°C (43°F). Wellington is however known for its southerly winds in winter, which makes the temperature feel much colder. You will need a warm windproof jacket and a raincoat.
Other clothing you might want to bring:
Swimsuit (we have 7 beaches and 2 swimming pools just in Porirua!) and
Walking shoes.
Our uniform shoes are Plain black leather-look lace up shoes or black sandals with back strap (Roman Sandals).
Sports/Club/Musical Gear: If you are wanting to continue to play a sport, join an activity such as Scouts or join the band, please bring your gear with you (uniform, shinpads, cleats, ballet shoes, trumpet etc)
Outdoor Gear: If you plan to take Outdoor Education or join Duke of Edinburgh, it is helpful for you to bring your outdoor gear (Hiking pack, boots, thermals etc)
Digital/Film Camera- Phones are banned in school in New Zealand, if you would like photos at school or on school camps and trips then you need a separate camera.
On arrival:
On arrival:
If your host family is picking you up from the airport::
When you arrive at Wellington airport you will be met by someone from your host family or a member of the Aotea College International Department.
If you cannot find them, go downstairs and collect your baggage, they may just be running a little late.
PLEASE DO NOT LEAVE THE AIRPORT. Our emergency number is 027 555 8605
General Expenses:
General Expenses:
Students should bring personal spending money to cover items such as identity cards, sports and co-curricular fees, school magazines, ball tickets and trips etc.
We suggest at least $250 for one term or $600 for a full year
Uniform order:
Uniform order:
Please see uniform, pricing and sizing: Aotea College Uniform Website)
Please arrange shipping C/O Aotea College, Attn: International Department, Okowai Road, Aotea, Porirua 5024
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