BALMORAL SCHOOL
19 Brixton Road, Balmoral, Auckland, New Zealand
Ph 638 7960
www.balmoral.school.nz
Dear Parent of Prospective International Student of Balmoral School
Re: Application for Enrolment at Balmoral School
Thank you for your interest in Balmoral School. I am pleased to offer your son / daughter a provisional place at our school.
Please read the enclosed information about Balmoral School. When you are sure that the New Zealand Education System and Balmoral School is the right choice for your son / daughter please complete and sign the following:
1 Application to Enrol as an International Student
2 Tuition Agreement
3 Conditions of Acceptance
4 Refund Conditions for an International Student
On approval of your application, an Invoice for the payment of tuition fees will be forwarded.
Payments may be made by bank draft to Balmoral School or directly to the School’s Bank Account, ANZ Bank, Dominion Road, Mt Eden Auckland, New Zealand, Account number:
06-0145-0112249-00.
No payment will be accepted prior to approval of your application.
Upon payment of the fee, a receipt will be sent to you along with a Confirmed Offer of Place Letter. This will enable you to apply to the New Zealand Immigration Service for a student visa and permit for your son /daughter.
Yours Sincerely
Malcolm Milner
Principal
BALMORAL SCHOOL
APPLICATION TO ENROL AS AN INTERNATIONAL STUDENT
This document, including the Tuition Agreement, forms the Contract.
Balmoral School has agreed to observe and be bound by the Code of Practice for the Pastoral Care of International Student’s published by the New Zealand Qualification Authority (NZQA). You can view Educatio0n Code at http://www.nzqa.govt.nz/assets/Providers-and-partners/Code-of-Practice-NZQA.pdfFamily Name of Student: ______First Name:______
Preferred Name: ______Year Level: ______Room: ______
Date of Birth: ______Age: ______Gender: Female / Male
Ethnicity: ______First Language: ______
Start Date: ______Finish Date: ______
Agent Name: ______Contact Details: ______
Full details of visa and permit requirements, advice on rights to employment in New Zealand while studying, and reporting requirements are available through the New Zealand Immigration Service, and can be viewed on their website at www.immigration.govt.nz
Passport Number: ______Date of Entry into New Zealand: __/___/______
Student Visa Serial Number: ______Expiry Date: ______
Office Use Only / Passport & Student Visa / Verified & PhotocopiedStudents in Years 1 – 6 can only be enrolled at Balmoral School if they live with and continue to live with a parent in New Zealand for the duration of their study at the school. Students in Years 7 & 8 may live with a relative or family friend designated by their parents.
Will the student be living with: Please circle
Parent (Year 1-6 students) Parent / Relative / Family Friend (Year 7 & 8 students)
Details of the Parent the International Student will reside with while attending Balmoral School:
Name of Parent: ______Gender: Male/Female
(Please Print Full Name)
Occupation: ______Place of Work & Phone: ______
New Zealand Address: Street ______Suburb______
Home Phone: (09) ______Mobile: ______Email: ______
Office Use Only / Passport & proof of residential details / Verified & Photocopied
Details of the Designated Caregiver or Homestay family (if applicable) the International Student will reside with while attending Balmoral School.
Name of Designated Caregiver/Homestay family: ______
Relationship to Child Please Circle Relative/Family Friend/Homestay Gender: Male/Female
Occupation: ______Place of Work & Phone ______
New Zealand Address: Street ______Suburb______
Home Phone: (09) ______Mobile: ______Email: ______
Details of the Emergency Contact (compulsory)
Name/s: ______Gender: Male/Female
Address: ______Home Phone: ______
Mobile: ______Work Phone: ______Email: ______
All International Students enrolled at Balmoral School must be in good health and have Medical and Travel Insurance.
· Does the International Student have good health? Please circle Yes / No
· Does he/she have any medical conditions? eg: Allergies, Diabetes, Epilepsy
______
· What type of Medical and Travel insurance does the student have for the duration of his/her time of study in New Zealand?
Full Essential: ______Policy No: ______
Office Use Only / Medical Insurance details / Verified & Photocopied
1. Most international students are not entitled to publicly funded health services while in New Zealand. If you receive medical treatment during your visit, you may be liable for the full costs of that treatment. Full details on entitlements to publicly funded health services are available through the Ministry of Health, and can be viewed on their website at www.moh.govt.nz
2. The Accident Compensation Corporation provides accident insurance for all New Zealand citizens, residents, and temporary visitors to New Zealand, but you may still be liable for all other medical and related costs. Further information can be viewed on the ACC Website at www.acc.co.nz
3. International students must have appropriate and current medical and travel insurance while studying in New Zealand.
Balmoral School expects to be able to meet the learning needs of children enrolled at the school.
· Does the International Student have any special learning/ behavioural needs? Yes/No (circle)
Details: ______
I have been informed about and received a summary of the Code of Practice for International Students:
Please circle and sign Yes /No Signature ______
I have been informed about all costs involved with enrolment and the school’s policy regarding fee protection and refunds:
Please circle and sign Yes/No Signature ______
I have received a copy of the school prospectus and policies relevant to International Students and have read and understood them:
Please circle and sign Yes/No Signature ______
· I have read, understood and accept the policies, rules and procedures regarding International Students at Balmoral School and agree to abide by them.
· I agree that all disputes will be dealt with in accordance with New Zealand law.
· I confirm all the information contained in this application is true and correct to the best of my knowledge and belief:
· I will inform the school if there are any changes to the details of this application.
Parent Name & Signature ______Date: ______
Balmoral School agrees to provide tuition and pastoral care support
(in accordance with the Education Pastoral Care of International Students Code of Practice 2016):
Name of International Student: ______
Length of time Student wishes to enrol: ______
Principal’s Signature ______Date: _____/_____/______
(on behalf of Balmoral School Board of Trustees
Tuition fees are: $ per annum/term/weeks (GST inclusive)
Period of tuition: (Full Year or Number of Weeks) ______Total payable: $______
Received by: ______Date: ______
PARENT GUARANTEES
I hereby guarantee:-
1. That the above information is correct
2. That I will assume responsibility for school fees.
3. That my child will attend school regularly
4. That my child will abide by the school’s rules.
5. I am the parent of the above named student
I understand that:-
1. Any misleading information given above may affect the validity of my child’s enrolment.
2. The information on this form will be used by the school for educational purposes.
3. I am giving my permission for the school to include my child in routine health checks when necessary. Should medical advice be needed in an emergency, the school will have the authority to consult a registered practitioner.
4. The school has the right to change choices of options.
Balmoral School Additional Information
This information is used to help us understand your child’s needs. Whilst completion is optional the more you are able to tell us, the better we are able to understand your child and meet their educational needs.
Student’s Name: ______
(First Name) (Last Name)
What is your child good at and do they have any particular talents?
Academic /Sport / Cultural / Arts:
Social /Other:
What are your child’s interests?
Family Background
What religion does your child follow?
What special ceremonies does your family celebrate?
Is there any food your child is not allowed to eat?
Any other information:
What languages can your child understand?
Useful Links to help you
www.Balmoral. school.nz
Study in New Zealand: http://www.studyinnewzealand.govt.nz
New Zealand Now: http://ww.newzealandnow.govt.nz
TUITION AGREEMENT
AGREEMENT TO PROVIDE TUITION SERVICES BETWEEN BALMORAL SCHOOL AND THE PARENT
Name of Parent: ______
Address of Parent: ______
______
1. The Applicant is the parent of: (the ‘Student’) ______
2. The Parent has made application for tuition of the Student in New Zealand and wishes the Student to attend Balmoral School (the ‘School’).
3. The School has agreed to enrol the Student upon and subject to the terms and conditions hereinafter set out.
The School’s Obligations
4. The School will observe and be bound by the NZQA’s Education Code of Practice for the Pastoral Care of International Students (“Code”). This can be viewed at http://www.nzqa.govt.nz/assets/Providers-and-partners/Code-of-Practice-NZQA.pdf
4.1. The School shall provide tuition in accordance with that accorded to domestic students
4.2. The School will only accept International Students in Years 1 – 6 if they live with and continue to live with a parent in New Zealand for the duration of their study at this school. Students in Years 7 & 8 may live with a parent or with a designated caregiver.
5. The School shall use its best endeavors to ensure the safety, health and well-being of the Student but shall not be liable for:
5.1. Any damage or harm caused to the Student or the Student’s property while attending the School
5.2. Any damage or harm caused to the Student or the Student’s property arising out of the Student’s accommodation
5.3. Any damage or harm caused to the Student or the Student’s property outside normal school hours. In the case of the Student’s property, shall not be responsible for any damage to such property that may occur outside the school premises.
The Parent’s Obligations
6. The Parent shall:
6.1. Pay to the School the tuition fees in the manner agreed to by both parties
6.2. Agree to provide the school with academic, medical or other information relating to the well-being of the Student as may be requested from time to time by the school
6.3. The student will accept and abide by the school’s rules and all instructions given by members of staff.
6.4. The students will attend school on all occasions when it is open unless prevented by illness or other urgent cause.
Authorisations
7. The parents of the Student who have signed the application for tuition on behalf of
the Student irrevocably appoint and authorise the Principal of Balmoral School (or such other person as may be appointed by the Board of Trustees of the school) to:
7.1. Receive information from any person, authority or corporate body concerning the Student including, but not limited to, medical, educational or welfare information.
7.2. Provide consents in respect of any activity carried out and authorised by the school.
7.3. Provide consents that may be necessary to be given on the Student’s behalf in the event of a medical emergency where it is not reasonably practicable to contact the Applicant.
7.4. If applicable, advise the Student’s Designated Caregiver of all matters and information required to be provided to parents of any student and agree to appoint the Designated Caregiver as their agents in New Zealand to receive such information in substitution for the Applicant.
7.5. To take whatever steps are necessary to ensure the Student complies with School rules and policies as set down by the School.
7.6. To obtain at any time from any person or entity any information required to process and/or accept the application for tuition or to perform or complete the School’s various obligations under this agreement. The Parent authorises any such person to release to the School and personal information that person holds concerning the Student/Applicant.
Limitations of Liability
8. In no event shall the School’s liability exceed an amount equal to the amount of tuition fees paid by the Parent.
Termination
9. Either party may terminate this agreement with 5 (five) days written notice
10. Upon termination of this agreement, refunds will be made in accordance with the School’s Refund Policy.
Miscellaneous
11. Nothing in this agreement limits any rights the Parent and/or the Student may have under the Consumer Guarantee Act 1993.
12. It is acknowledged that the stand-down, suspension and exclusion of students provisions as set out in Part II of the Education Act 1989 shall apply to the Student in New Zealand. Any decision under these provisions to stand-down, suspend or exclude the Student shall terminate this agreement and the refunds policy will apply. The parents will have no claim for damages for any compensation if this agreement is terminated in these circumstances.
13. Force majeure: Neither party shall be in default or in breach of their obligations under this agreement to the extent that the performance of those obligations is prevented by an event of force majeure. Force majeure means an event beyond the reasonable control of the party seeking to rely on force majeure.
14. Governing Law: This agreement shall be construed and take effect in accordance with the domestic laws of New Zealand. In relation to any legal action or proceedings arising out of or in connection with this agreement the Parent irrevocably submits to the exclusive jurisdiction of the Courts of New Zealand, and agrees that proceedings may be brought before any court including any forum constituted under the Arbitration Act 1908 within New Zealand and waive any objection to proceedings in any such court or forum constituted under the
Arbitration Act 1908 within New Zealand on the grounds of venue or on the grounds
that the proceedings have been brought in an inconvenient forum.
Entire Agreement
15. This agreement shall consist of:
15.1. The application for tuition in New Zealand;
15.2. The Tuition Agreement including any Schedules annexed thereto (including the refund and fee protection policies and the International Student Information Booklet).
16. This agreement contains the entire understanding of the parties and overrides any prior promises, representations, understandings or agreements.
17. The terms of this agreement may be changed at any time by the School in writing to the applicant and any such change in terms shall be notified to the Parent in writing.