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    Established in 2003, Auckland International College (AIC) is an NZ independent day and boarding school of approximately 300 students, which offers a 3-year senior secondary school education. The specific focus of the school is to prepare students for entry to top universities worldwide. AIC is the only NZ school where all students study the International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma and it has the largest number of IB Diploma students in New Zealand.
    Year 11 students study the Preparation Year Programme for the IB Diploma, which includes SAT preparation, while Year 12 and 13 students study the IB Diploma itself.
    AIC employs high-caliber teachers, IB trained, and with experience in international education. Specialist staff includes university counselors with expertise and experience in student admissions to top universities around the world, including the UK, US, Canada, Australia, Korea, Japan as well as New Zealand. AIC is also an admissions testing center for US and UK universities.AIC has a proven track record of academic achievement. IB Diploma scores are consistently well above the international average in pass rate, median, and in top grades.
    AIC graduates have received offers from 90% of the world’s top 20 universities (Times Higher Education World University Rankings). Several graduates have been recipients of university scholarships, not only to universities such as the University of Auckland but also to universities such as Harvard, California Institute of Technology, Stanford, Columbia, Princeton, Oxford, Cambridge, and Tokyo. The academic programs at AIC are challenging. Inquiries are welcome from those who feel that AIC is an environment appropriate to their high aspirations.
    To be New Zealand’s global pathway school through outstanding academic achievement and offers of place from the world’s leading universities. To provide students with opportunities for higher academic achievement and a place in the global community as valuable, contributing, and responsible members.
    The IB Diploma Programme (IBDP) was selected by AIC as the high school leaving qualification that best fit AIC’s vision. (To be New Zealand’s global pathway school through outstanding academic achievement and offers of place from the world’s leading universities)
    The IBDP is a demanding course designed for able students aged 16-19 years. While highly academic, the program aims to educate the whole person, helping students to become critical thinkers and independent and caring young men and women. Student performance is graded according to criteria that are moderated internationally.
    The Year 11 Preparation Year Programme equips students with the skills and knowledge required to meet the demands of the IB Diploma Programme. Each student studies all of the subjects offered in the Diploma Programme, allowing them to make an informed and appropriate choice of subjects for the IB Diploma.
    In addition, the program ensures the well-being of students through Health and Social Education, Recreation and Sport, and participation in College-wide IB Diploma CAS activities.
    Assessments in Year 11 are designed to familiarise students with the type of learning tasks they will meet in the IB Diploma courses and will include essays, oral presentations, commentaries, and written tasks. There are examinations in term 4.
    This half-year course develops and improves the English language skills required for the AIC Year 11 course, the Preparation Year Programme for the IB Diploma. In addition, students develop their skills in Mathematics, Science, Social Studies, and Art. Physical and mental well-being is ensured through the Health and Physical Education components of the program.
    The study is integrated into English, Social Studies, and Health, whereby teaching and learning are connected thematically and linguistically. The course is designed to elevate the students’ English skills from an IELTS equivalent band score of 3.5 to 4.5 within a half-yearly time frame. The course is offered once a year from January to June.
    The clubs and activities are open to all AIC students. Twice a year AIC holds a club and activities sign-up afternoon when club leaders advertise their club and recruit new participants.
    All of the clubs and activities are student-driven with an adult supervisor. Being student-led means that strong leadership and organizational abilities are required to make a success of each club and activity. In general, most clubs have just one leader, though some larger clubs have a co-leader or deputy leader.
    If a student wishes to start their club where their particular interest is not already represented, this is welcomed and they are encouraged to do so. The breadth and range of clubs and activities provide a multitude of opportunities for students to exhibit and grow their leadership abilities and styles.AIC prioritizes university counseling support by employing university counselors.
    These specialist counselors offer comprehensive support and guidance to AIC students’ applications to universities. The counselors prepare students for SATs, explain what university admissions officers are looking for, provide individual university interview coaching, and, because of their specialist expertise, they can explain the best ways to apply to the various universities.
    From Year 11, AIC students start the university application and coaching preparation process. The counselors maintain close relationships with teachers to ensure that letters of recommendation to universities are of the highest quality. AIC is in communication with admissions officers throughout the world to ensure that students’ accomplishments are accurately portrayed in their applications. Having full-time counselors on staff at AIC guarantees that students are given the best possible opportunity to enter a leading university.

    Auckland International College
    Founding year: 2003
    Website: Visit Website
    Genders Accepted: Mixed (Co-education)
    Leadership: Mr. Michael Parry (Principal)

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    Address: Auckland International College, 37 Heaphy Street, Blockhouse Bay , Auckland, 0600, New Zealand



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