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CHRISTCHURCH GIRLS’ HIGH SCHOOL

Prospectus 2015

Embrace Tradition. Embrace Innovation. Embrace Excellence.

Christchurch Girls’ High School 1

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WELCOME TO CHRISTCHURCH GIRLS’ HIGH SCHOOLA MESSAGE FROM OUR PRINCIPAL

Pauline Duthie, PrincipalM.A. (Hons), L.T.C.L., Dip.Tchg.

sapientia et veritas

wisdom and truth

Christchurch Girls’ High School values tradition and aspires to the highest in education. We wish to challenge our students to be discerning critical and creative thinkers, who are at ease with the concepts of hard work and service. By providing a wide range of opportunities, both inside and outside the classroom, our students are allowed to mature as individuals.For 137 years, talented, motivated students have met with dedicated, experienced staff to create a supportive, caring community that extends far beyond the physical grounds of the school. I am honoured and excited to be leading this special school in the next stage of its proud history.Our vision - Embrace Tradition. Embrace Innovation. Embrace Excellence. - acknowledges a learning environment that values our rich heritage, realises the importance of progress and pursues excellence in all its endeavours. The word embrace conveys positive, active acceptance of these three qualities by our students.Every girl is encouraged and guided to be all she is capable of becoming. A Girls' High graduate remains open to possibility and seizes opportunity so that her future is not predetermined by others. Instead she has the skills, qualifications and experiences which allow her the freedom to create her own destiny.At Christchurch Girls' High School we are educating young women for life. I warmly invite you to come and share the experience.

“I love learning at Girls' High. There are so many opportunities.”

Neve Campbell, Year 9

"Every day spent at Christchurch Girls' High School is filled

with learning, laughter and opportunity."

Hannah Rondel, Year 9

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OUR SCHOOL ASPIRATIONS

Embrace Tradition. Embrace Innovation. Embrace Excellence.

• High academic achievement

• Fulfilment of academic potential

• A single-sex pedagogy

• Effective staff and student leadership

• Respect for self, others, the environment and the heritage of the school

• Cultural diversity and treasuring the histories and traditions of all people

• Development of the whole person

• A community based on trust, tolerance and citizenship.

To provide young women with a stimulating and supportive environment in which they are

encouraged to develop to their full potential and where they prepare to take their place in the

community as resourceful, well-balanced, positively-contributing citizens.

OUR VISION

VALUES

OUR GOALS• Continue to enhance a quality learning environment

• Focus on high achievement for all students

• Maximise effective school organisation and structure.

“The teachers and students are so amazing and welcoming. It is like my second home.”

Tomasin Patrick, Year 9

“I have already learnt so much in my short time at Christchurch Girls' High School. It is an

enjoyable learning journey which you can share with all your friends!”

Stephanie Lester, Year 9

Christchurch Girls' High School has always believed in an holistic approach to education. Academic progress must be balanced with the development of the whole person. We want our students to embrace excellence in everything they do. To achieve this the school:

• focuses on student achievement and learning

• encourages teacher-student partnerships focussed on learning

• nurtures and sustains a school culture that embraces tradition, innovation and excellence

• provides an extensive pastoral curriculum that supports and monitors the individual.

OUR LEARNING APPROACH

OUR MISSION


Alastair Blyth B.Sc., Dip. Tchg. Vicki Teesdale B.A., Dip. Tchg. Lrn.Natasha Smith B.A., Dip. Tchg. Wendy Gibbs M.A. (Hons), Dip. Tchg.Matt Bilsbury B.Ed. (P.E.), Dip. Tchg.Kathryn Coakley NZCS, NZ Dip.S.S., Dip. Tchg.Suzanne Passchier B.Sc., Dip. Tchg.Sara Hornsey B.A., Dip. Tchg.Rob Frier B.A. (Hons), P.G.C.E. (U.K.).Michael Langdon B.A., P.G. Dip. Ed. Leadership (Dist), A.T.C.L., Dip. Tchg.

BOARD AND SENIOR STAFF

ChairDeputy ChairParent Trustees

Appointed Trustees

Staff TrusteeStudent TrusteePrincipal

Mike LayMark SmithAndy FreemanPaul CommonsLouise GreenMeikura ArahangaFelicity WoodhamAlastair BlythMeg LayPauline Duthie

PrincipalDeputy PrincipalAssistant Principals

BOARD OF TRUSTEES

SENIOR STAFFPauline Duthie M.A. (Hons), L.T.C.L., Dip.Tchg. Peter Sawyer B.Ed., P.G. Dip. Ed. Leadership, Dip. Tchg.Karen Eder B.A., Dip. Tchg.Christine O’Connor M.A. (Hons), Dip. Tchg.

HOLA Commerce HOLA EnglishHOLA Languages HOLA Mathematics HOLA Physical Education HOLA Science

HOLA Social Sciences HOLA Technology HOLA The Arts

HEADS OF LEARNING AREAS

Guidance Counsellors

Deans Year 13 Year 12 Year 11 Year 10 Year 9 International

Learning Support Co-ordinatorCareers and Transition

Pam Craig M.Ed. (Dist), Cert. Counselling, B.A., Dip. Tchg.Gill Gray M.Ed., Cert. Counselling, B.A., Dip. Tchg.

Shirley Dobson B.A., Dip. Tchg.Suzanne Passchier B.Sc., Dip. Tchg.Julie Kircher B.Com., Dip. Tchg. Lrn.Craig Thornhill B.A., Dip. Tchg. Lrn.Sandy Otway B.Ph.Ed (Hons), B.Ed. (Canada)Liz Stopforth B.Ed., Cert. T.E.F.L.A., Dip. Tchg.

Toni Jones B. Tchg. Lng., Dip., S.T.N., P.G. Dip. Ed. Literacy.Heather Scott B.A., Dip. Tchg.

PASTORAL TEAM

The list of Board of Trustees and Senior Staff as at May 2014.

Executive Officer Chris Miller

ADMINISTRATION

OUR SPECIAL ENVIRONMENTFounded in 1877, Christchurch Girls’ High School is the second oldest girls’ school in New Zealand. The school has a proud heritage with strong traditions and a fine reputation for excellence in all areas. Among our Principals are Helen Connon, the first woman to graduate with Honours in the British Empire, and Mary Victoria Gibson who was among those who signed the petition which resulted in the enfranchisement of women in 1893. We place strong value on the ceremonies and traditions of the past. They are what have helped shape us.The school’s current location in tree-lined Matai Street is arguably the most beautiful of the three sites it has occupied. The first, in the historic Canterbury University site on Rolleston Avenue, was soon abandoned with the rapid growth of the school. The second site overlooking Cranmer Square was where further growth and development took place until 1986, when the move to the present unique buildings took place. The park-like setting is further enhanced by the proximity of Mona Vale gardens, of Hagley Park and by the Avon River which flows through the grounds. Award-winning landscaping accentuates the natural beauty of the setting.

Our school community is widespread geographically but united in its support for the school and its students. The addition of the school hostel, Acland House, adds a welcome dimension to our school and the one hundred boarders add a vibrancy of their own. Parents of both day girls and boarders are enthusiastic in their participation in and support of school activities. The Old Girls’ branches throughout New Zealand maintain close contact with the school and each year reunions of year groups are held where memories are relived and contacts renewed.Our current student environment is busy, noisy and active! Students participate in a wide variety of pursuits, individually, in teams, and in Houses. Interschool activities such as sport, music, drama and debating take place on a regular basis, as do trips to parts of New Zealand and to countries overseas. The diverse nature of our school population is a real feature of the school, and in particular we welcome international students from many parts of the world. We are a global village of our own!

“Christchurch Girls' High School provided opportunities that have

been invaluable in life. The fun and friendship of boarding at Acland,

empowering education for women and the hearty singing of 'Jerusalem'

are fond memories of my school days.”

Kathryn Reid (nee Oliver), Old Girl 1972-76


Christchurch Girls' High School is a specialist in girls' education and young women flourish better in an all-girl environment. Christchurch Girls' High School is ideally positioned to educate, inspire and nurture the girls of today,

who will be the leaders of tomorrow. In a single-sex school every girl has a voice. Our curriculum is tailored for girls, who are given opportunities to embrace tradition, embrace innovation and embrace excellence.

WHY CHOOSE CHRISTCHURCH GIRLS' HIGH SCHOOL?

Statistically Christchurch Girls' High School students outperform their peers at all types of other schools.

AT CHRISTCHURCH GIRLS' HIGH SCHOOL WE BELIEVE:• All students have a right to the best possible educational experience

• All students have the capacity to learn

• Learning is an active rather than a passive process. Students must be engaged in the classroom

• Learning takes place when individuals are able to build on existing knowledge, make sense of the new experience and feel connected

• Students 'own' their own learning

• Technology is an important tool which should be integrated into curriculum and learning

• Teaching is about helping young people become better learners. The teacher's role is to provide students with the skills and strategies for taking the next step in their learning

• High quality teaching assists all students to learn and make progress

• It is important that teachers use a variety of teaching strategies and focus on higher order thinking.

EMBRACE EXCELLENCE IN LEARNING

“Because of the passion the teachers bring to their teaching, learning

becomes enjoyable. They do their best to get us to do our best.”

Grace Puentener-King, Year 12

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OUR CURRICULUM

All Year 9 students study each of the eight essential learning areas of the New Zealand Curriculum: English, Languages, Mathematics, Physical Education and Health, Science, Social Sciences, Technology and The Arts. These areas provide the contexts within which knowledge, key competencies and values are developed. Year 9 students study three optional subjects for the year. A special feature is the requirement for all Year 9 students to study a second language for a minimum of one year. Chinese, French, German, Latin and Te Reo are offered. The Year 10 programme continues with compulsory studies and three optional subjects.

Our students are prepared for national qualifications at Years 11, 12 and 13. We are very proud of the high standards they achieve.Senior students are encouraged to follow multi-level courses of study as appropriate.All Year 11 students study English, Mathematics and Statistics and Science. Students choose three additional subjects. At Year 12 a course of English is compulsory. Students study four or five additional subjects.Year 13 students study 5 subjects. The most able students have the opportunity to enter Scholarship examinations.

A wide, academic and challenging curriculum taught by highly qualified and motivated staff prepares students to fulfil their academic potential and gain high personal achievement. The climate of high expectation and a positive attitude towards learning create a focussed learning and teaching atmosphere. Student learning is enhanced by well-resourced and attractive learning environments. Digital technologies are used to support and encourage student learning so girls are well-placed to live and work in the world beyond school.

Students are encouraged to select subjects based on their interests, strengths and skills and their future career pathway. The ESOL (English for Speakers of Other Languages) teacher and International Department provide ongoing care and support in English language learning and adapting to life in the school and wider community.

JUNIOR CURRICULUM SENIOR CURRICULUM

OUR PATHWAY

YEAR NINE YEAR TEN YEAR ELEVEN YEAR TWELVE YEAR THIRTEEN

Delivery of the curriculum seeks to cater for the ability and learning needs of the individual. Junior class placement aligns with the educational needs of the student. Specialist teachers and teacher aides provide curriculum support within classes and to individuals and small groups. The school provides a supportive environment in which able students can flourish. We seek to enrich, enhance and extend the talents of these students through the curriculum offered and co-curricular

activities. These opportunities include competitions, festivals and camps, off-level learning and university study and mentoring programmes. In Year 13, students may be invited to enter Scholarship examinations. These examinations recognise and reward the best and brightest students as they require high levels of analytical skills including critical thinking.

OPTIONAL SUBJECTS

* Prior learning required for this option. The requirements and subjects offered in 2015 may alter.

OPTIONAL SUBJECTS

OPTIONAL SUBJECTS

OPTIONAL SUBJECTS

English

Mathematics and Statistics

Science

Social Studies

Health & Physical Education

Technology

ChineseESOL EnglishFrenchGermanLatinTe Reo Maori

Economics

Art

Drama

Performance Music

English


Science

Social Studies

Health & Physical Education

Chinese*ESOL EnglishFrench*German*Latin*Te Reo Maori*

Digital Technologies

Food and Fabric

Graphics

Product Design

Economics

Art

Drama

Performance Music

EnglishESOL English


Science

Classical StudiesGeographyHistory

Physical Education

Chinese*French*German*Latin*Te Reo Maori*


Fashion TechnologyFood & Nutrition

Graphics

AccountingEconomics

Art

Drama

Music

English ESOL English

Mathematics*Mathematics and Statistics

BiologyChemistryPhysicsScience

Classical StudiesGeographyHistoryTourism

Physical Education



Hospitality

Graphics

AccountingEconomics

Art HistoryDesign Painting & Printmaking Photography

Drama

Music

Extension Studies

EnglishESOL English

Mathematics with Calculus*Statistics*

Biology*Chemistry*Physics*

Classical StudiesGeographyHistoryTourism

Physical Education



Hospitality

Graphics

AccountingEconomics

Art History Design*Painting*Photography*Printmaking*

Drama*

Music

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SPORT AND RECREATIONAll students are encouraged to be involved in sport and recreation and participation rates in sport are exceedingly pleasing. Our aims are to foster fairplay and to emphasise enjoyment. There are countless opportunities to play for form, House or school teams. Students are encouraged to take part in sport by being exposed to a variety of skills in Physical Education classes. The Sport and Recreation Co-ordinator works with the Sports Committee to provide a range of lunchtime activities and is available to design individual fitness programmes for students, who can use the weight training room and the gymnasium equipment for this purpose. Opportunities for coaching are offered in a wide variety of sporting codes which are open to all year groups. Leadership is often provided by senior student coaches. We enjoy outstanding sporting success at all levels: local, regional and national. Each year a group of students are New Zealand representatives.

The school has summer and winter exchange visits with Waitaki Girls’ High School and a quadrangular tournament with Avonside, Timaru and Waitaki Girls’ High Schools (basketball, netball and hockey).

The extensive range of summer and winter sporting activities include:AerobicsArcheryAthleticsBadmintonBasketballBowlsCricketCroquetCross CountryCycling

Dragon BoatingEquestrianFencingFootballGolfGym SportsHockeyIndoor NetballIndoor FootballLifesaving

Mountain BikingMultisportsNetballRifle ShootingRock ClimbingRowingRugbySailingSnow SportsSquash

SurfingSwimmingTable TennisTennisTouchVolleyballWater PoloYachting

"We are proud of our strong team spirit and excellent sporting ability.

This sense of pride is carried throughout the school!"

Lily Fletcher, Sport Prefect

“Excellent opportunities and supportive environments foster

student talent and creativity.”

Meghan Dunn, Cultural Prefect

Beyond the curriculum, a wide range of cultural activities allows students to pursue individual interests and goals. The cultural life of the school is rich and diverse. Participation and excellence are traditional strengths. Experienced teachers on the staff, itinerant musical instrument teachers and outside tutors encourage individual and group performances both within the curriculum and through extra-curricular opportunities. Their inspiration leads many senior students to offer assistance to, and provide opportunities for the juniors. Senior drama students can gain experience as producers and technicians. Trips to productions and visits from

PERFORMANCE IN THE ARTSperforming groups provide inspiration and enriching experiences for students.Cultural activities offered by the school which allow students to develop and express their creative talents include school productions with Christchurch Boys’ High School, drama evenings, the Sheilah Winn Shakespeare Festival, Junior Alison Harper Memorial Competition, theatre sports, choral groups, orchestra, ensembles, bands or chamber music groups, debating, Stage Challenge, House Lip Sync, Kapa Haka Festival and Polyfest. The annual Prizegiving showcases musical talent in the school.


EDUCATION BEYOND THE CLASSROOMStudents can learn skills and values as well as gain knowledge and understanding by participating in group activities and by following a designed course of instruction outside the classroom. Classes at all levels may be taken to locations in the city and further afield for the purpose of research, observation and instruction.Field and cultural trips, marae stays, international exchanges, outdoor education camps and career outings are among the rich variety of activities on offer. Curriculum-based overseas

trips are also offered and have included such destinations as Argentina and Ecuador (World Challenge), China, France, Greece, Italy and Vietnam. Year 9 participate in an overnight camp at Waipara shortly after their schooling starts. At this camp students develop positive relationships with each other, their form teacher and Peer Support leaders and build confidence through a range of adventure based activities and challenges.

“The Year 9 Camp with Peer Support Leaders is a great way to create

strong friendships and bonds across the school.”

Caitlin Loose, Year 13

SCHOOL PASTORAL CAREAn extensive pastoral curriculum supports and monitors individual learning and well-being. Christchurch Girls’ High School aims to take excellent care of its students and works in partnership with the parents. The support of parents is highly valued. The pastoral team works closely together to ensure each student is able to achieve to her potential.Quality teaching and learning are provided and a positive classroom learning environment is fostered. Subject teachers are available to be contacted, or may contact parents, about the learning and progress of individual students.Every student belongs to a form class which meets at the start of each day with their form teacher. The form teacher usually teaches their form class and works closely with their students on academic and pastoral matters. This teacher is the first point of contact between home and school. Each year level is overseen by a Dean. The Dean moves through with the students from Year 9 to Year 13 in order to develop strong relationships and provide continuity of support. The International Dean assists with support and guidance for fee-paying students.

The Assistant and Deputy Principals have oversight of the year levels and work alongside the pastoral team. The Guidance Counsellors, Careers and Transition teacher and the Learning Support Co-ordinator are significant members of the pastoral team. They provide support and pastoral care based on the individual needs of students. Both students and parents can meet with these people. The School Counsellors work to support students with social and emotional needs. Outside agencies and specialist consultants can be accessed to ensure the most appropriate support is available. Course and careers counselling are offered by the Careers teacher. Individual learning support is provided to those students who have specific learning needs. Support staff, in their areas throughout the school, are always keen to assist.The Whanau, Pasifika and International groups also meet regularly to celebrate successes and discuss issues relating to these groups in our school community.

“The Student Council is a hard-working, reliable team,

with the drive and intent to make our school a better place.”

Meg Lay, Student Trustee


The House system, introduced in 1922, fosters school spirit, a strong sense of community and is a source of immense enjoyment and friendly rivalry among the students across the year levels. All students belong to a House. Our six Houses are named after prominent Cantabrians: Connon (white), Deans (yellow), Harper (red), Rolleston (blue), Selwyn (green) and Sheppard (purple). Highlights of the calendar include, where possible, the annual swimming and athletic

sports, lip sync and numerous competitive events such as House choir, netball, volleyball and board games. House chants, creative costumes and hard-fought relays are the stand-out features of the annual whole school sports days. The Houses also emphasise service. An annual Can-Drive for the City Mission and one other school-wide House charity are essential components of the House system.

SCHOOL HOUSES

“Houses provide numerous opportunities to mix with all year levels,

and to develop friendships and have fun.”

Hannah Boyd, House Prefect

LEADERSHIP AND SERVICEAll students are encouraged to participate and serve others in some capacity through the many cultural activities, sport and service opportunities available across all levels of the school. Students gain positive leadership experience through their own personal skills, strengths and interests and are expected to respect others, demonstrate initiative and have commitment. Colours, Gold Certificates and Merit Awards are awarded to students in recognition of academic, sporting and cultural achievements and service associated with the school. Special assemblies are held to celebrate the success of the recipients and parents are invited to attend.Examples of junior students’ leadership roles include as a form or team captain or member of a House committee, Student Council or cultural or service group.

In addition to the traditional leadership roles of school and hostel prefects, senior students can lead as heads of cultural and sporting groups, senior committees or take on roles as Student Council members, student trustee, form captains, librarians and laboratory assistants. Peer Support, peer tutoring, serving as reader writer and assisting classroom teachers also allow senior students to support younger students and build positive relationships across the year levels. Participation in club activities provides further opportunity to lead. Clubs offered include Amnesty International, Connect, Interact, International, Writers’ Group and Young New Zealanders’ Challenge (Duke of Edinburgh) Awards. Junior form classes support a chosen charity. All students contribute to a range of charitable causes and donate books on Library Day. Themed assemblies are held throughout the year for these special occasions.

“There is a spirit in the school that will always make me feel

proud to be a Girls' High girl.”

Rosie Chalmers, Head Girl


ACLAND HOUSE“Once an Acland Girl, always an Acland Girl.”

“It's like a giant sleepover with 19 best friends.”

“We have great fun and laughs.”

“The outings are really cool.”

Year 9 Hostel students

“I remember so clearly on our second night in Year 9 when the older years all returned. Our dorm was flooded with girls who came to see the new comers and welcome us into Acland. This occasion was exciting, amazing and absolutely terrifying. With us fresh-eyed, bushy-tailed Year 9s sitting in dead silence as the seniors all bubbled on about their times in Year 9 and how fast the years have gone.... Many life lessons about tolerance and forgiveness are the reasons our parents shipped us off to boarding in the first place. Many girls came from small communities and being at Acland meant a huge opportunity to expand our learning, growing and

life-long friends with connections from the far corners of the South Island....Being in a hostel environment for our high school lives has given us a great head start for those who are moving into halls, going overseas or joining the work force. The ability to welcome and accept new people in your close environment is a key to finding your place to fit in.”

Sarah Hill, Head of Acland House 2013

AN ACLAND BOARDER’S POINT OF VIEW

“We are lifelong sisters brought up in one big house together.”

Lucy Brustad, Head of Acland House 2014

Acland House is located at 85 Papanui Road. The hostel is governed by the Board of Trustees, supervised by the Principal and managed by the Director of Boarding. The boarding establishment compromises the original historic homestead and adjoining dormitory wings. There are places for 98 boarders from Year 9 to 13 whose place of residence is outside Christchurch. Short-term boarding of day girls is occasionally possible. Junior students are accommodated in dormitories while senior students have their own rooms. Learning is supported by the provision of computers linked to the school network. Supervised prep and support are provided for junior students in the evening. Junior students travel in a ‘croc’ to the school, a twenty minute walk along the edge of the park. Students enjoy their own commons, recreational facilities and swimming pool.‘The hostels’ and their families are an integral and much-valued part of the school community. A strong sense of community is developed within the boarding establishment. This is built on respect and caring relationships. The Director of Boarding and hostel staff are committed to providing a supportive and safe environment. Throughout

the year activities are held to foster hostel spirit and provide enjoyable shared experiences. The affable rivalry between hostel and school displayed at sporting events and special occasions highlights this sense of community. Senior students have the opportunity to contribute to hostel life through leadership roles.


UNIFORMWe expect the uniform to be worn neatly and correctly at all times. This reflects a student’s pride in herself and the school and respect for the school’s heritage and traditions.

PHYSICAL EDUCATION AND SPORTS UNIFORM FOR YEARS NINE TO THIRTEEN

GENERAL UNIFORM RULES

No make-up or coloured nail varnish is to be worn with school uniform. Only one plain, small stud is to be worn in each ear lobe. Additional body piercing is forbidden. Tattoos must be covered. No other jewellery is permitted unless proper application has been made to the Principal and consent given. Consent will be given only in exceptional circumstances and with special provisions.

High visibility gear is actively encouraged to be worn by students, especially cycling, to and from school.

The Parent-Teacher Association runs a second-hand uniform shop. The contact telephone number is available from the school office.

SUMMERWorn in Terms One and FourOur preferred suppliers for summer uniform are

Argyle Schoolwear (online), Lithgows Schoolwear

(Riccarton), and Mainland Uniforms (Burnside).

WINTER UNIFORMWorn in Terms Two and ThreeOur preferred suppliers for winter uniform are

Argyle Schoolwear (online), Lithgows Schoolwear

(Riccarton), and Mainland Uniforms (Burnside).

JUNIOR UNIFORM

• Regulation pleated navy-blue skirt worn at mid-calf length, as illustrated on the website.

• Regulation white short sleeve blouse, embroidered with the school crest.

• Polished dark brown leather T-bar, U-bar, or lace-up shoes with low heel, as illustrated on the website.

• Plain white ankle socks.• Regulation navy-blue V-necked pullover or

navy-blue cardigan.• Navy-blue school blazer with monogram on

breast pocket for street wear and formal occasions.

The blazer is compulsory uniform.

• A kilt, hem between 10-20cm from the ground, in regulation pure wool worsted material.

• Long-sleeved fitted white blouse with lowered neckline.

• Regulation navy-blue V-necked pullover or navy-blue cardigan (not streetwear).

• Navy-blue gloves (optional).• School tie (striped for Year 9 and 10).• Navy-blue ribbed or wool pantyhose or plain

navy-blue 3/4 socks.• Navy-blue & red striped woollen scarf (optional). • Polished dark brown leather T-bar, U-bar or lace-up

shoes with low heel, as illustrated on the website.• A blazer, to be worn on the street at all times.

SENIOR UNIFORM

• Regulation checked cotton dress worn mid- calf length, as illustrated on the website.

• School tie (blue for Yr 11, red for Yr 12 and 13).• Polished dark brown leather T-bar, U-bar, or

lace-up shoes with low heel, as illustrated on the website.

• Plain white ankle socks.• Regulation navy-blue V-necked pullover or

navy-blue cardigan.• Navy-blue school blazer (piped in red braid

for Yr 12 and 13) with monogram on breast pocket for street wear and formal occasions. The blazer is compulsory uniform.

• A kilt, hem between 10-20cm from the ground, in regulation pure wool worsted material.

• Long-sleeved fitted white blouse with lowered neckline.

• Regulation navy-blue V-necked pullover or navy-blue cardigan (not streetwear).

• Navy-blue gloves (optional).• School tie (same as Summer).• Navy-blue ribbed or wool pantyhose or plain

navy-blue 3/4 socks.• Navy-blue & red striped woollen scarf (optional).• Polished dark brown leather T-bar, U-bar, or lace-up

shoes with low heel, as illustrated on the website.• A blazer, to be worn on the street at all times.

PHYSICAL EDUCATION UNIFORM

SPORTS UNIFORM

COMPULSORY

• Shirt and Shorts (Canterbury Apparel Teamwear is the only official supplier of our Physical Education uniform, available from The Frontrunner, Bush Inn Centre)

• Sport shoes

School ‘A’, representative teams and individuals:• School tracksuit• School tracksuits are also required for Yr 9,

10 and 11 netball

OPTIONAL

• Plain navy-blue track pants (no logos)• School rugby jersey (available from the

Sports Department, CGHS)• Navy-blue polyprop top with school logo

(available from the Sports Department, CGHS)

• School tracksuit (available from uniform suppliers)

• Navy-blue polyprop top with school logo (available from the Sports Department, CGHS)

Our preferred suppliers for sportswear are Lithgows Schoolwear (Riccarton) and Mainland Uniforms (Burnside).

ENROLMENT SCHEME

IN ZONE ENROLMENTS

All students who live within the home zone are entitled to enrol at the school. A map and the defined home zone can be found on the last page of the Prospectus.

Proof of residence within the home zone will be required. This may be supplied in the form of telephone and power accounts, tenancy agreements or such other documentation as the Board of Trustees may request.

An In Zone student's usual place of residence must be within the home zone continuously for a minimum of two years.

Parents of students who live within the home zone should apply by 4.30pm Friday 1 August 2014 to assist the school to plan appropriately for next year.

The Board of Trustees invites applications from parents who wish to enrol their daughters at Christchurch Girls’ High School for 2015. Enrolment at the school is governed by an enrolment scheme, details of which are outlined below.

OUT OF ZONE ENROLMENTS

The deadline for receipt of Out of Zone pre-enrolment applications is 4.30pm Friday 1 August 2014.

Applications for enrolment will be processed in the following order of priority:

First priority will be given to students who have been accepted for enrolment in an approved special programme. This priority category is not applicable at our school.

Second priority will be given to applicants who are siblings of current students.

Third priority will be given to applicants who are siblings of former students.

Fourth priority will be given to any applicant who is a child of a former student of the school.

Fifth priority will be given to any applicant who is either a child of an employee of the board of the school or a child of a member of the board of the school.

Sixth priority will be given to all other applicants.

If there are more applicants in the second, third, fourth, fifth or sixth priority groups than there are places available, selection within the priority group will be by a ballot conducted in accordance with instructions issued by the Secretary under Section 11G(1) of the Education Act 1989. Applicants seeking second or third priority status may be required to give proof of a sibling relationship. Applicants seeking fourth priority status will be required to give proof of child relationship, and may be required to giveproof of attendance at CGHS.

The ballot for Out of Zone places will be held on Tuesday 5 August 2014. Notification of ballot results will be posted on Friday 8 August 2014. The exact number of places will depend on the number of applications received from students who live within the school’s home zone.

YEAR 10 –13 INFORMATION

The deadline for receipt of pre-enrolment applications for Out of Zone places is Friday 1 August 2014.If there are vacancies for Out of Zone places, and the number of Out of Zone applications exceeds the number of places available, a ballot will be held.

In Zone applications are accepted at any time, though for planning purposes Friday 1 August 2014 would be appreciated.

ENROLMENT CHECKLIST

AFFIDAVIT

IN ZONE ENROLMENT:

q Copy of the student’s Birth Certificate or Passport

q Copy of the student's Residency Permit and/or Permanent Resident Visa (if a NZ resident, not born in NZ)

If not a New Zealand resident, please provide:

q A copy of Student Visa

q A copy of Parent’s Work Visa

q Copy of the most recent school report If coming from an overseas school a copy of the last school report, translated into English, is required.

q Diagnostic testing (if applicable).

Proof of Residence:

q Copy of Rental Agreement OR Rates Demandq Copy of Power Accountq Copy of Telephone Account

q A signed affidavit from a Justice of the Peace (form below).

OUT OF ZONE ENROLMENT:

q Copy of the student’s Birth Certificate or Passport

q Copy of the Mother’s Birth Certificate (if a Priority 4 applicant)

q Copy of the student's Residency Permit and/or Permanent Resident Visa (if a NZ resident, not born in NZ)

If not a New Zealand resident, please provide:

q A copy of Student Visa

q A copy of Parent’s Work Visa

I, ......................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................(Full name of Parent or Guardian)

of, ......................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................

.......................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................

.......................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................(Full address of Parent or Guardian)

I affirm:

That, at the time of application, I/we live with our daughter, ..................................................................................................................................................... , at the in zone address given above and that this is our usual place of residence when the school is open for instruction. I understand my/our usual place of residence must be within the zone continuously for a minimum of two years and that any change of address that takes my daughter out of the school zone could result in her place being annulled.

.......................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................(Signature of Parent or Guardian)

Sworn at Christchurch, New Zealand, this .......................................... day of ......................................................................................................................................................

Before me, ......................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................(Name and Signature of Justice of the Peace of New Zealand)

Please complete the following affidavit and return with corresponding enrolment forms.

Your enrolment application will not be complete until all the documents, listed below, are complete.

(applicable to In Zone applicants only)

APPLICATION FOR ADMISSION FOR 2015: IN ZONE

The application is to be signed by the applicant and the parent or guardian of the applicant and is to be returned to the Principal at school with the required documents as detailed below. Applications for pre-enrolment for all levels should be received by 4.30pm Friday 1 August 2014 to assist with planning for 2015.

DETAILS OF APPLICANT DETAILS OF PARENTS/GUARDIAN

Applicant’s surname:

.....................................................................................................................................................................

Applicant’s first names: ...............................................................................................................

Address: ...............................................................................................................................................

.....................................................................................................................................................................

................................................................................. Post Code: ...........................

Telephone (home): ........................................................................................................................

Date of birth: ....................................................................................................................................

Country of birth: ............................................................................................................................

School last attended: ....................................................................................................................

Present year level: ..........................................................................................................................

Year level applying for : ................................................................................................................

Year 9 option subject sheet will be issued at a later date.

Option subjects if applying for Year 10:

(1) ............................................... (2) ............................................ (3) .....................................

Option subjects if applying for Year 11 (English, Mathematics with Statistics and Science are compulsory):

(1) ............................................................................................................................................................

(2) ............................................................................................................................................................

(3) ............................................................................................................................................................

Option subjects if applying for Year 12 or 13 (English is compulsory in Year 12):

(1) ............................................................................ (2) ......................................................................

(3) ............................................................................ (4) ......................................................................

(5) ............................................................................

(Only 5 subjects can be taken at Year 13)

Full name of mother (Dr/Mrs/Miss/Ms/Other):

.........................................................................................................................................................................

Address: ...................................................................................................................................................

.........................................................................................................................................................................

.............................................................................. Post Code: .............................................................

Telephone (home): ...........................................................................................................................

Telephone (work): .............................................................................................................................

Cellphone: ..............................................................................................................................................

Email: .........................................................................................................................................................

Occupation: ...........................................................................................................................................

Place of work: ......................................................................................................................................

Full name of father (Dr/Mr/Other):

.........................................................................................................................................................................

Address: ...................................................................................................................................................

.........................................................................................................................................................................

...................................................................... Post Code: .................... .................................................

Telephone (home): ...........................................................................................................................

Telephone (work): .............................................................................................................................

Cellphone: ..............................................................................................................................................

Email: .........................................................................................................................................................

Occupation: ...........................................................................................................................................

Place of work: ......................................................................................................................................

Full name of legal guardian/caregiver (if different from above):

.........................................................................................................................................................................

Address: ...................................................................................................................................................

.........................................................................................................................................................................

...................................................................... Post Code: .................... .................................................

Telephone (home): ...........................................................................................................................

Telephone (work): .............................................................................................................................

Cellphone: ..............................................................................................................................................

Email: .........................................................................................................................................................

Applicant’s Ethnicity: (please tick one)

q NZ European / European / Pakeha

q NZ Maori (please state Iwi): ..........................................................................................

q Pacific Island (please state): .............................................................................................

q Asian (please state): ............................................................................................................

q Other (please state): ..........................................................................................................

Applicant’s eligibility to enrol as a domestic student. Please supply:

q A copy of the student’s Birth Certificate or Passport (all applicants)

q A copy of the student's Residency Permit and/or Permanent Resident Visa (if a NZ resident, not born in NZ)

q A copy of the Student Visa and Parent's Work Visa (if not a NZ resident)

Applicant’s proof of residence. Please supply ALL of the following:

q A copy of the Rental Agreement OR Rates Demand

q A copy of the Power Account

q A copy of the Telephone Account

q A signed affidavit from a Justice of the Peace (affirming that the applicant

and parent/s live at the permanent in zone address given)

Reports. Please supply:

q A copy of the most recent school report

q Diagnostic testing (if applicable)

(No accompanying letters, curriculum vitaes or testimonials are needed)

q Please tick the box if you would like your application acknowledged.

cont...

In order to assist the teaching staff, the parent or guardian is asked to describe the applicant in the following terms:

Family connections with the school:

Present sister : ....................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................

Past sister : ........................................................................................................................................................................................... .................................................................. Years attended: ........................

Other: ...................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................

Academic interests and achievements of the applicant, including extra or extension courses taken:

..........................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................

..........................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................

..........................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................

Sporting and cultural interests and achievements of the applicant:

..........................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................

..........................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................

..........................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................

In the event of fraudulent information being given the application will be annulled.

DECLARATION: (This application will not be accepted unless this section is completed).

I request that ........................................................................................... be admitted to Christchurch Girls’ High School. I have read the Prospectus and acknowledge that, if she is admitted, she as a student and I as a parent or guardian are bound by the rules and conditions laid down in the school bylaws and in other school publications from time to time. I also certify that she is a New Zealand citizen/resident or has the necessary documentation to reside in New Zealand.

The address given at the time of application for enrolment must be the student’s usual place of residence when the school is open for instruction.

The Ministry of Education has advised that parents should be warned of the possible consequences of deliberately attempting to gain unfair priority in enrolment by knowingly giving a false address or making an in-zone living arrangement which they intend to be only temporary. For example:

• Renting accommodation in-zone on a short-term basis;• Arranging temporary board in-zone with a relative or family friend;• Using the in-zone address of a relative or friend as an ‘address of convenience’, with no intention to live there on an ongoing basis.

If the school learns that a student is no longer living at the in-zone address given at the time of application for enrolment and has reasonable grounds to believe that a temporary in-zone residence has been used for the purpose of unfairly gaining priority in enrolment at the school, then the board may review the enrolment. Unless the parents can give a satisfactory explanation within 10 days, the board may annul the enrolment. This course of action is provided for under section 110A of the Education Act 1989.

I confirm that the address which I have provided to the school will be the usual place of residence of ........................................................................................................................

(student’s name) when the school is open for instruction. I will advise the school of any subsequent change of address.

I understand .................................................................................'s usual place of residence must be within the zone continuously for a minimum of two years.

Signed: ................................................................................................................................................................ Signed: .............................................................................................................................. (Mother/Father/Guardian) (Student Applicant)

Permission for Photographic use in Publications:During the year student's photographs may be on the school website, in the school newsletters or in commercially produced brochures. Please sign below to indicate you give permission for your daughter's photograph to be used for these purposes.

Signature of Parent / Guardian: ..................................................................................................................................................................... Date: ..........................................................................................

Education Outside the Classroom: I give my permission for teachers or a person authorised by the school to take or send my daughter out of school with other members of her class to visit places of interest or instruction in the community as part of their organised study, or in a group or team to take part in organised co-curricular activity.


Privacy Statement: The personal information provided in this application will be used for school management purposes and to fulfil the school’s legal requirements. The school will keep relevant records on all students but no information concerning any unsuccessful applicant will be retained. The school will take reasonable steps to check that the information held is up to date.

APPLICATION FOR ADMISSION FOR 2015: OUT OF ZONE

The application is to be signed by the applicant and the parent or guardian of the applicant and is to be returned to the Principal at school with the required documents as detailed below. Applications for pre-enrolment for all year levels must be received by 4.30pm Friday 1 August 2014.

DETAILS OF APPLICANT DETAILS OF PARENTS/GUARDIAN

Applicant’s surname:

.....................................................................................................................................................................

Applicant’s first names: ...............................................................................................................

Address: ...............................................................................................................................................

.....................................................................................................................................................................

................................................................................. Post Code: ...........................

Telephone (home): ........................................................................................................................

Date of birth: ....................................................................................................................................

Country of birth: ............................................................................................................................

School last attended: ....................................................................................................................

Present year level: ..........................................................................................................................

Year level applying for : ................................................................................................................

Year 9 option subject sheet will be issued at a later date.

Option subjects if applying for Year 10:

(1) ...........................................................................................................................................................

(2) ...........................................................................................................................................................

(3) ...........................................................................................................................................................

Option subjects if applying for Year 11 (English, Mathematics with Statistics and Science are compulsory):

(1) ...........................................................................................................................................................

(2) ...........................................................................................................................................................

(3) ...........................................................................................................................................................

Option subjects if applying for Year 12 or 13 (English is compulsory in Year 12):

(1) ...........................................................................................................................................................

(2) ...........................................................................................................................................................

(3) ...........................................................................................................................................................

(4) ...........................................................................................................................................................

(5) ...........................................................................................................................................................

(Only 5 subjects can be taken at Year 13).

Full name of mother (Dr/Mrs/Miss/Ms/Other):

.........................................................................................................................................................................

Address: ...................................................................................................................................................

.........................................................................................................................................................................

...................................................................... Post Code: .................... .................................................

Telephone (home): ...........................................................................................................................

Telephone (work): .............................................................................................................................

Cellphone: ..............................................................................................................................................

Email: .........................................................................................................................................................

Occupation: ...........................................................................................................................................

Place of work: ......................................................................................................................................

Full name of father (Dr/Mr/Other):

.........................................................................................................................................................................

Address: ...................................................................................................................................................

.........................................................................................................................................................................

...................................................................... Post Code: .................... .................................................

Telephone (home): ...........................................................................................................................

Telephone (work): .............................................................................................................................

Cellphone: ..............................................................................................................................................

Email: .........................................................................................................................................................

Occupation: ...........................................................................................................................................

Place of work: ......................................................................................................................................

Full name of legal guardian/caregivers (if different from above):

.........................................................................................................................................................................

Address: ...................................................................................................................................................

.........................................................................................................................................................................

...................................................................... Post Code: .................... .................................................

Telephone (home): ...........................................................................................................................

Telephone (work): .............................................................................................................................

Cellphone: ..............................................................................................................................................

Email: .........................................................................................................................................................

Applicant’s Ethnicity: (please tick one)

q NZ European / European / Pakeha

q NZ Maori (please state Iwi): ........................................................................

q Pacific Island (please state): ..........................................................................

q Asian (please state): ......................................................................................

q Other (please state): ....................................................................................

Applicant’s eligibility to enrol as a domestic student. Please supply:

q A copy of the student’s Birth Certificate or Passport (all applicants)

q A copy of the Mother's Birth Certificate (if a Priority 4 application)

q A copy of the student's Residency Permit and/or Permanent Resident Visa (if a NZ resident, not born in NZ)

q A copy of the Student Visa and Parent's Work Visa (if not a NZ resident)

(No accompanying letters, curriculum vitaes or testimonials are neededas they have no effect on the outcome)

q Please tick the box if you would like your application acknowledged.

cont...

In order to assist the teaching staff, the parent or guardian is asked to describe the applicant in the following terms:

Family connections with the school:

Present sister : ....................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................

Past sister : ...................................................................................................................................................................................................... Years attended: ........................

Mother: ........................................................................................................................................................................................................... Years attended: ........................

Note: Copy of mother’s and daughter's birth certificates required for Fourth Priority applications.

Academic interests and achievements of the applicant, including extra or extension courses taken:

..........................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................

..........................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................

..........................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................

Sporting and cultural interests and achievements of the applicant:

..........................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................

..........................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................

..........................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................

DECLARATION:

I request that ............................................................................................. be admitted to Christchurch Girls’ High School. I have read the Prospectus and acknowledge that, if she is admitted, she as a student and I as a parent or guardian are bound by the rules and conditions laid down in the school bylaws and in other school publications from time to time. I also certify that she is a New Zealand citizen/resident or has the necessary documentation to reside in New Zealand.

Signed: ................................................................................................................................................................... Signed: .............................................................................................................................. (Mother/Father/Guardian) (Student Applicant)

Permission for Photographic use in Publications:During the year student's photographs may be on the school website, in the school newsletters or in commercially produced brochures. Please sign below to indicate you give permission for your daughter's photograph to be used for these purposes.


Education Outside the Classroom: I give my permission for teachers or a person authorised by the school to take or send my daughter out of school with other members of her class to visit places of interest or instruction in the community as part of their organised study, or in a group or team to take part in organised co-curricular activity.


Privacy Statement: The personal information provided in this application will be used for school management purposes and to fulfil the school’s legal requirements. The school will keep relevant records on all students but no information concerning any unsuccessful applicant will be retained. The school will take reasonable steps to check that the information held is up to date.

10 Matai Street | Riccarton | Christchurch 8011 | New Zealand

Telephone: +64 3 348 0849 | Facsimile: +64 3 348 0847 | email: [email protected]

website: www.cghs.school.nz

ZONE MAP

OUR HOME ZONEFrom Papanui Road, west along both sides of Normans Road to Strowan Road. Both sides of Jeffreys Road from Wairakei Road to Idris Road. Along the east side of Idris Road to Glandovey Road, then along the south side of Glandovey Road to Fendalton Road. Along the south side of Fendalton Road to Clyde Road. Along the east side of Clyde Road to Riccarton Road. Along the north side of Riccarton Road to Matipo Street. Along the east side of Matipo Street to Blenheim Road. On both sides of Blenheim Road to Hagley Park. From Blenheim Road, on both sides of Deans Avenue to Riccarton Avenue. Through Hagley Park via Riccarton Avenue and on both sides of Riccarton Avenue to Christchurch Hospital. Along both sides of Tuam Street to Durham Street, left into Durham Street round Cambridge Terrace, to Gloucester Street, across Gloucester Street and into Durham Street. On both sides of Durham Street to Kilmore Street. Along the north side of Kilmore Street to Colombo Street. Along the west side of Colombo Street to Edgeware Road. Both sides of Edgeware Road to Trafalgar Street. Along both sides of Trafalgar Street to St Albans Street. West on both sides of St Albans Street to Papanui Road. Both sides of Papanui Road to Normans Road.

RICCARTON BUSH

HAGLEY PARKCGHS

RICCARTON RD

FENDALTON RD

CLYD

E RD

PURIRI ST

STRAVEN RD

TUI ST

WEKA ST

MATIPO

ST

MA

ND

EVILLE ST

CLAREN

CE ST

PEVEREL ST

BLENHEIM RD

GLANDOVEY RD

WROXTON TCE

WAI

RARA

PA TC

E

ROSSALL ST

AIKMANS RD

HEATON STSTROW

AN RD

NORMANS RD

JEFFREYS RD

IDRIS RD

PAPANUI RD

PAPANUI RD

ST ALBANS ST

EDGEWARE RD

TRAFALGAR ST

HOLLY RD

COLO

MBO

STCO

LOM

BO ST

DU

RHA

M ST N

BEALEY AVE

KILMORE ST

ARMAGH ST

WORCESTER ST

HEREFORD ST

LICHFIELD ST

TUAM STMO

NTREA

L ST

OXFORD TCE

Avon River

GLOUCESTER ST

Park

River

Main roadRoadBoundary

Christchurch Girls’ High School home zone

Christchurch Girls’ High SchoolCGHS

Our acknowledgement to Jennifer Anderson, Langwoods School Photography and students for supplying the photographs.

Documents

2015 prospectus 1