Prospectus

This prospectus will help you appreciate the religious, academic and sporting culture that is promoted at the College.

St Bernard's College is a great school to be part of.

One comment made many times by our Old Boys and parents is that St Bernard's produces an all-round student who lives by Christian values, is able to further his studies, successfully seeks employment and feels at home in any cultural environment.

We are not big - but every year our sports teams rank in the top three of the Wellington region. We have top musicians and performers in cultural events and our academic results are impressive.

We encourage every student to appreciate the privilege of being a St Bernard's College boy. At enrolment, we stress academic achievement, an interest in sports, Christian values and parental support so that the teachers, the students and parents, in partnership, can provide the opportunity for each student to reach his full potential. The boys tell us that they are proud of their College and they enjoy coming to school.

I am always happy to discuss enrolment and an educational programme that meets the needs of a student.

Peter Fava
Principal

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Our Philosophy

An education for the whole person in an environment of Christian care.

We exist to:

develop faith, learning and culture
offer a sound education based on Christian values
promote self esteem, discipline and respect for others and property
provide an opportunity for all students to achieve to their individual potential

St Bernard's College offers your son:

continuous Year 7 to 13 education
caring Christian environment
regular Catholic liturgies
commitment to community service
sound academic education
discipline and respect for authority
appreciation of other cultures
consistently high external examination results
diversity of academic and vocational courses
remedial reading and extension maths
English for Speakers of Other Languages tuition
extensive range of sports and cultural activities
Barber shop, Jazz and instrumental music
choir singing and soirees
regular musical production
drama performances
Maori and Pacific Islands Cultural groups
debating, public speaking, and scripture reading
team-work and quality coaching
success in major sporting codes
encouragement at every level of ability
full student participation in outdoor education
special outdoor education programmes
Duke of Edinburgh Award Scheme

The English Language Programme

St Bernard's College makes a very strong commitment to ESOL (English for Speakers of Other Languages). Individual education plans are set up, leading to full integration when the student is ready. All international students receive tuition in English. Other students who need extra assistance with English (as a second language) are assessed through the Learning Support programme and an appropriate plan is put in place.

Short term group enrolment with a focus on English is also available.

Overseas applicants will be tested for their ability to understand and write English. A minimum standard of English is required before enrolment is confirmed, because all classes are taught in English. If a need is identified, a comprehensive and intensive ESOL programme will be made available. This programme will be carried out by qualified teachers. This assistance will continue as long as necessary.

Junior Studies

Organisation:

The Junior Studies Department is housed at the Anderson Grove end of the College campus.
It caters for Years 7 and 8 students.
The students are taught by Primary trained teachers and it is managed by a Head of Department.
Specialist secondary teachers prepare students in mathematics, science, music, art, physical education and technology.
These boys consistently out perform boys coming from contributing schools into Year 9.

Religious Education

All classes undertake a programme in Religious Education.
The Religious Education programme is taught according to the Syllabus Statement authorised by the
New Zealand Bishops' Conference.
The Religious Education syllabus promotes learning and teaching about faith and religion.
The main emphasis in Religious Education classes is to lead students to a knowledge and understanding of religious realities, especially the Catholic tradition in Christianity.