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- St John’s Diocesan School for Girls is an independent, medium-sized Anglican school situated in Pietermaritzburg. From Grade RR to Grade 12, we offer a liberal education on the foundation of a strong Christian ethos, providing a caring and value-based educational environment. St John’s D.S.G. is fondly and aptly described by our girls as a “Small School with Big Heart” and exudes a sense of intimacy and warmth. The Junior School offers one class per grade and benefits from great facilities and exceptional teaching. It is a place where our girls are nurtured and equipped with the correct tools to become happy, confident, kind, and strong young women who will go on to achieve in their higher education and beyond. The Grade RR and R girls (affectionately known as “Eaglets”) enjoy an active and balanced curriculum all within a caring and nurturing environment. They participate in a psychomotor program that links, through play, the emotional and social development of the child with their sensory-motor development. Both Grade RR and R center their learning through play, with, Grade R adding short periods of teacher-directed language and numeracy, in preparation for Grade 1. Our Eaglets thoroughly enjoy their Art and Music activities, and their participation in the annual nativity play is a highlight of the Junior School calendar. Our girls look forward to their Free Playtime where their imaginations come to life in the fantasy corner, their brains kick into gear in the cognitive zone, their creative skills come alive in the Art Room, their senses are stimulated in the outdoor sensopathic area and their gross motor skills are developed on the playground. Our school aims to stay abreast of educational trends that are of benefit to the cognitive and developmental stages of our girls by embracing 21st-century learning. Our girls are familiar with De Bono’s Six Thinking Hats, as well as Thinking Maps, which are used during lessons to assist in developing the seven C’s of 21st-century learning, namely: critical thinking (finding solutions to problems) creativity, and innovation (thinking outside the box) collaboration (working with others) character (social-emotional learning skills) culture and ethical citizenship (sharing what we value) computer and digital technologies (transforming how we learn and lead) and communication (making sense and expanding perspectives). Principles such as adopting a growth mindset, the Learning Pit, and P4C (Philosophy for Children) are used in the classroom and are applied practically. A growth mindset is vital as it teaches our girls that learning is a process and that it is alright to make mistakes. Our girls are also provided with valuable study skills which will equip them well for their secondary and even tertiary studies. Our girls are exposed to inquiry-based learning, which is a method that emphasizes the student’s role in the learning process. Rather than the teacher telling our girls what they need to know, they are encouraged to explore the material, ask questions, and share ideas. Inquiry-based learning uses different approaches to learning, including small-group discussion and guided learning. Instead of memorizing facts and material, students learn by doing. This allows them to build knowledge through exploration, experience, and discussion. Our school aims to stay abreast of educational trends that are of benefit to the cognitive and developmental stages of our girls by embracing 21st-century learning. Our girls are familiar with De Bono’s Six Thinking Hats, as well as Thinking Maps, which are used during lessons to assist in developing the seven C’s of 21st-century learning, namely: critical thinking (finding solutions to problems) creativity, and innovation (thinking outside the box) collaboration (working with others) character (social-emotional learning skills) culture and ethical citizenship (sharing what we value) computer and digital technologies (transforming how we learn and lead) and communication (making sense and expanding perspectives). Principles such as adopting a growth mindset, the Learning Pit, and P4C (Philosophy for Children) are used in the classroom and are applied practically. A growth mindset is vital as it teaches our girls that learning is a process and that it is alright to make mistakes. Our girls are also provided with valuable study skills which will equip them well for their secondary and even tertiary studies. Excellent Matric results confirm our ability to provide the tuition and encouragement necessary for all pupils to achieve their full potential. The benefits of our small classes are clearly seen in the individual attention, modern teaching methods, and spacious working conditions. We write the Matriculation examination of the Independent Examinations Board (I.E.B) and ensure that we maintain the highest academic standards. A varied and flexible range of subject choices, combined with highly qualified and dedicated teachers, ensures each girl has the opportunity to fulfill her potential. Enrichment and leadership tours are included in the curriculum and opportunities to travel overseas include exchange programs. View full school
- St Mary's is a respected school, steeped in tradition and family values. School heritage, based on Christian values and an understanding of accountability and self, is at the heart of everything that we do. While we may be over 111 years old, our thoughts are innovative, our systems are progressive and our approach is modern. This allows us to focus on our vision of a brighter future for every girl at the school, where she grows into a confident and happy person. The school encourages girls to measure themselves against their performances and not those of others, thereby developing a sense of self-worth, self-respect, and self-motivation. It's about building up each girl to be the best she can be. And reminding her that her best is the best. We want our girls to feel valued and supported in their school environment, and respectful of the role that they play in our close-knit community, in society, and our country. Our motto “Service before Self and God before All” serves as a constant reminder of our roots and our responsibilities. To be the leading Christian school providing a holistic, values-based education that helps girls build character and equips them to thrive in life. We strive to be a Christian school of excellence and distinction, founded in faith and providing a holistic education of the highest standard in all spheres. St Mary’s is a place where each girl can flourish and belong – cultivating her curiosity, embracing her successes and failures, and developing the character and confidence to thrive in life. To be true to our school motto: “Service before self, God before all” When choosing between a co-ed school or a single-sex school there is much debate. Anecdotal evidence and research both indicate that there is a tremendous benefit for children in a single-sex environment. According to research, 75% say that the all-girls environment taught them that women can achieve anything. In a recent study, there were more than double the top academic results for girls in girls’ only schools than in co-ed schools. This is a pattern we see in Matric results in South Africa. Girls learn differently and the classroom environment can be customized to make the most of this. When one considers the compounding effect this has over 12 years of education, it is not surprising to see how well girls finish. From the Foundation Phase, it is apparent that girls are at different developmental phases than boys and this should be used to their advantage. They read earlier, their language skills are better and they think differently as a result. Language and vocabulary capacity play a significant role in thinking skills and conceptual development. Your daughter can benefit from being in an all-girls school that understands the differences and provides an education specifically designed to meet her needs and developmental stage. In terms of a girls’ self-development and leadership capacity, there is no doubt that seeing girls in every leadership position, fulfilling each role in teams or groups, there is a strong message that girls can do whatever they set their minds to. 93% of girls at girls' schools say they were offered greater leadership opportunities at school and 80% of girls from all-girls schools go on to hold leadership positions after school. This is far more effective in dismantling the stereotypical views of girls and women when it comes to equality and identity. Confident, stronger, and independent women emerge from a girls’ only school. They are more comfortable with themselves and focus on what matters to them, going on to study according to their interests because they have higher aspirations than, and greater motivation than, their peers at co-ed schools. St Mary’s has an excellent track record of helping its students gain places at the University of their choice. Research has shown that 98.7% of students at all-girls schools expect to earn a four-year degree after school. Girls’ schools prepare and inspire pupils with pertinent knowledge by educating them to be resilient and confident. There is no obstacle preventing girls from exploring a career in any area. 83% of girls from all girls' schools perceive themselves to be better prepared for tertiary education than their co-ed counterparts - this is supported by research that focused on their actual performance. Girls from all girls' schools are three times more likely to enter Engineering than co-ed students. To achieve their best, girls need to be challenged in the right way and be in an environment which constantly reminds them that there is enormous potential and power in being a girl. 80% of girls’ school students report most of their classes to challenge them to achieve their full academic potential View full school
St. Paul'S Diocesan School was established in the year 2002. It is an English medium Co-educational Independent school affiliated to CBSE with affiliation number 2730265 and has a General affiliation which is valid up to 31/3/2023. It is located in the New Delhi district of Delhi and is currently being managed by the Amin Welfare Trust, Delhi. It is presently under the principal -administration of Doris James. There are a total of 29 rooms, 1 Labs, and 1 Library present in the school. You can find other information about the school in the tables below. NATURE OF THE SCHOOL Category of School Co-educational Medium of Instruction English Types of School Independent Labs and Rooms Details Total Rooms Total Lab Total Libraries Small Room Medium Room Large Room School Area (in Sq m.) Play Area (in Sq m.) 29 1 1 8 5 16 4951 2536- The mission of Diocesan Boys' School stands as providing a liberal education based on Christian principles for the development of a whole person of good character, the acquisition of creative and critical thinking skills, and the cultivation of multiple intelligence maximizing students' diverse talents. Our school policy reassures our prime concern of equipping students with sound knowledge, worthy personal qualities, dynamic social and technical skills to achieve success in this rapidly advancing pluralistic society. The vision of our school is to equip our students with the sound knowledge, worthy qualities, dynamic social and technical skills they need to become contributors to society and leaders with integrity in a diverse and ever-changing world. To realize this stated mission, the school has set the following objectives: To offer a well-balanced education for the development of the WHOLE person. To maintain well-established school traditions. To nurture a unique cultural identity. To achieve self-respect and self-esteem so that each student can be a man of integrity, discipline, devotion, industriousness, courage, and gratitude. To promote multiple intelligence so that students can fully develop their talents. To equip our students to become life-long learners with a solid foundation of knowledge, essential qualities of good character, and proper social and technical skills to achieve success in the future. The Diocesan Boys' School Committee Incorporation Ordinance (Cap. 1123 of the Laws of Hong Kong) enacted in 1969 gives the School Committee the full power ‘to manage, administer and operate the Diocesan Boys' School'. The School Committee focuses on setting school policies, the mission and vision, the raising, management, and allocation of funds, and managing a relationship with the Diocese, relevant Government departments, and other educational institutes. The working group of the School Committee closely monitors the use of fundings as well as the implementation of the school policies. Members of the School Committee also sit on the School Management Committee and the Consultative Committee to ensure the smooth running of the school and a continuous exchange of views between teachers, parents, and students. The recommended syllabuses specified by the Curriculum Development Institute form the backbone of the DBS curriculum. Starting from the school year 2009-2010, the new senior secondary curriculum is being adopted in all of the subsidized secondary schools as well as those under the Direct Subsidy scheme. Upon completing the final year of Secondary Six, students will take part in the first Hong Kong Diploma of Secondary Education Examinations in 2012. The school is to provide a well-balanced education for the development of a whole person through effective means and agreeable strategies. Teaching and learning under both the reformed local curriculum and the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme aim to enable our students to excel in their language and numerical abilities, to broaden their knowledge base, and to possess capabilities of critical thinking, independent learning, and interpersonal skills. View full school
St. Martin'S Diocesan School was established in the year 1960. It is an English medium Co-educational Independent school affiliated to CBSE with affiliation number 2730157 and has a General affiliation which is valid up to 31/3/2021. It is located in the South West Delhi district of Delhi and is currently being managed by the Delhi Diocesan Trust Association, Delhi. It is presently under the principal -administration of Mrs. K Sudha. There are a total of 46 rooms, 5 Labs, and 1 Library present in the school. You can find other information about the school in the tables below. NATURE OF THE SCHOOL Category of School Co-educational Medium of Instruction English Types of School Independent Labs and Rooms Details Total Rooms Total Lab Total Libraries Small Room Medium Room Large Room School Area (in Sq m.) Play Area (in Sq m.) 46 5 1 14 20 12 15539 10000- St. Paul'S Diocesan School was established in the year 2002. It is an English medium Co-educational Independent school affiliated to CBSE with affiliation number 2730265 and has a General affiliation which is valid up to 31/3/2023. It is located in the New Delhi district of Delhi and is currently being managed by the Amin Welfare Trust, Delhi. It is presently under the principal -administration of Doris James. There are a total of 29 rooms, 1 Labs, and 1 Library present in the school. You can find other information about the school in the tables below. NATURE OF THE SCHOOL Category of School Co-educational Medium of Instruction English Types of School Independent Labs and Rooms Details Total Rooms Total Lab Total Libraries Small Room Medium Room Large Room School Area (in Sq m.) Play Area (in Sq m.) 29 1 1 8 5 16 4951 2536 View full school
- St. Martin'S Diocesan School was established in the year 1960. It is an English medium Co-educational Independent school affiliated to CBSE with affiliation number 2730157 and has a General affiliation which is valid up to 31/3/2021. It is located in the South West Delhi district of Delhi and is currently being managed by the Delhi Diocesan Trust Association, Delhi. It is presently under the principal -administration of Mrs. K Sudha. There are a total of 46 rooms, 5 Labs, and 1 Library present in the school. You can find other information about the school in the tables below. NATURE OF THE SCHOOL Category of School Co-educational Medium of Instruction English Types of School Independent Labs and Rooms Details Total Rooms Total Lab Total Libraries Small Room Medium Room Large Room School Area (in Sq m.) Play Area (in Sq m.) 46 5 1 14 20 12 15539 10000 View full school
- Early in 1903 Bishop Moore, Richard Neligan arrived in Auckland to begin his ministry as the Bishop of the Anglican Diocese of Auckland. Having considerable experience in education and eager to rally the Anglican community around a shared project, he decided to establish an Anglican school for girls modeled on the new British ‘high schools’. Diocesan Junior School prides itself on being an innovative environment, a place where every decision is based on the current research about how girls learn, develop and thrive. We believe it is important to educate the future female leaders of this country in an environment that encourages the girls to be "more than that ever imagined". This environment is readily apparent in our corridors and classrooms every day. Our girls are an integral part of our unique culture that is Dio. We offer excellence in teaching and learning and take pride in our unparalleled, research-based teaching methods. At the same time, we place a high value on an inclusive environment that is nurturing, collaborative, diverse, and fosters sisterhood and friendship. Pre-school Years 1 - 6 Anglican Identity. Our Junior School students have so many opportunities to take their learning beyond the classroom through Sport, Performing Arts, and our progressive Education Outside the Classroom program. It's all about teaching new skills and helping our girls to develop self-confidence to aim for excellence in everything they do. In Junior High School, we offer a wide range of subjects, allowing students the freedom to expand on their interests while continuing to strengthen skills in numeracy and literacy. Students work alongside exceptional teachers who mentor them to reach their full potential across all subjects and excel in their areas of strength. All students also have access to the latest digital technology and learn in state-of-the-art learning spaces. Our curriculum has been specifically designed to meet the needs and interests of students. The core subjects are Arts, (Dance, Drama, Music and Visual), English, Social Studies, Technology (Food, Fabric, and Materials), Mathematics, Health and Physical Education, Science and Religious Studies. Students also have great opportunities for language learning, with 7 language options including Latin, Japanese, Mandarin, French, German, Spanish, and Te Reo. In Junior High School students will explore new territories online, learn to think critically about new technologies, and develop digital literacy that will prepare them for the future. Girls in Years 7-8 use their iPads with applications that enhance their learning and from Year 9 students will learn to work independently from their laptops. In Junior High School, all students will have access to our Creative Industries faculty, established in recognition of the benefits of creative thinking across all subject areas. This faculty brings together The Imagination Station (editing suites, 3D printer, and laser cutter), food technology, design, and visual communication, digital technology, media studies, digital media design, and material design technologies. Our students have the unique opportunity to choose from two education pathways NCEA or the International Baccalaureate Diploma, both of which offer a wide range of subjects to suit the individual interests and strengths of each student. Whichever path they choose, every student will learn Ethics and Philosophy to help her develop a deeper understanding of critical thinking along with our Leadership and Service Learning program. How it works: Students in Years 1-6 follow the Primary Years Programme (an IB program). From Years 7-11 students continue to follow the New Zealand curriculum. All students begin NCEA Level 1 in Year 10 and gain this qualification by the end of Year 11. During Year 11 students decide whether to carry on with NCEA for Levels 2 and 3 in Years 12 and 13 or to begin the two-year IB Diploma Programme. The International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma Programme is an academically challenging and balanced program of education that works to develop students who live, learn and work in a rapidly changing world. With a focus on independent thinking, academic rigor, community service, inter-cultural understanding, and respect for others, the Programme prepares students for success at university and beyond. Our teaching and learning philosophy is to encourage learners who are open to challenge, willing to develop their abilities and achieve their personal best, take risks and accept mistakes, make ethical decisions, and enjoy learning. This vision complements the IB Diploma program which aims to develop inquiring, knowledgeable, open-minded, reflective, caring and principled young people who help to create a better and more peaceful world through effective communication, intercultural understanding, and respect. The Education (Pastoral Care of International Students) Code of Practice 2016 provides schools with a framework for the care and support of students. We want to ensure your daughter is well supported to make the most of her overseas experience. Our Pastoral Care Team, the Director of International Students, and the International Student Support Coordinator provide comprehensive care for our international students, ensuring their transition into our school is as easy as possible. All her teachers, her host family, or her boarding staff will take an active interest in making sure your daughter is safe and happy. Regular international student meetings and one on one interviews throughout the year are held to assist girls to settle into the school's routine and provide ongoing support. View full school
The mission of Diocesan Boys' School stands as providing a liberal education based on Christian principles for the development of a whole person of good character, the acquisition of creative and critical thinking skills, and the cultivation of multiple intelligence maximizing students' diverse talents. Our school policy reassures our prime concern of equipping students with sound knowledge, worthy personal qualities, dynamic social and technical skills to achieve success in this rapidly advancing pluralistic society. The vision of our school is to equip our students with the sound knowledge, worthy qualities, dynamic social and technical skills they need to become contributors to society and leaders with integrity in a diverse and ever-changing world. To realize this stated mission, the school has set the following objectives: To offer a well-balanced education for the development of the WHOLE person. To maintain well-established school traditions. To nurture a unique cultural identity. To achieve self-respect and self-esteem so that each student can be a man of integrity, discipline, devotion, industriousness, courage, and gratitude. To promote multiple intelligence so that students can fully develop their talents. To equip our students to become life-long learners with a solid foundation of knowledge, essential qualities of good character, and proper social and technical skills to achieve success in the future. The Diocesan Boys' School Committee Incorporation Ordinance (Cap. 1123 of the Laws of Hong Kong) enacted in 1969 gives the School Committee the full power ‘to manage, administer and operate the Diocesan Boys' School'. The School Committee focuses on setting school policies, the mission and vision, the raising, management, and allocation of funds, and managing a relationship with the Diocese, relevant Government departments, and other educational institutes. The working group of the School Committee closely monitors the use of fundings as well as the implementation of the school policies. Members of the School Committee also sit on the School Management Committee and the Consultative Committee to ensure the smooth running of the school and a continuous exchange of views between teachers, parents, and students. The recommended syllabuses specified by the Curriculum Development Institute form the backbone of the DBS curriculum. Starting from the school year 2009-2010, the new senior secondary curriculum is being adopted in all of the subsidized secondary schools as well as those under the Direct Subsidy scheme. Upon completing the final year of Secondary Six, students will take part in the first Hong Kong Diploma of Secondary Education Examinations in 2012. The school is to provide a well-balanced education for the development of a whole person through effective means and agreeable strategies. Teaching and learning under both the reformed local curriculum and the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme aim to enable our students to excel in their language and numerical abilities, to broaden their knowledge base, and to possess capabilities of critical thinking, independent learning, and interpersonal skills.- Christ Church Diocesan School,Khagaul was established in the year 2013. It is an English medium Co-educational Independent school affiliated to CBSE with affiliation number 330894 and has a General affiliation which is valid up to 31/3/2023. It is located in the Patna district of Bihar and is currently being managed by the Diocesanal Education Trust, Bihar. It is presently under the principal -administration of MR. PAWAN AGRAWAL. You can find other information about the school in the tables below. NATURE OF THE SCHOOL Category of School Co-educational Medium of Instruction English Types of School Independent View full school
- Christ Church Diocesan School was established in the year 1972. It is an English medium Co-educational Independent school affiliated to CBSE with affiliation number 330188 and has a General affiliation which is valid up to 31/3/2021. It is located in the Patna district of Bihar and is currently being managed by the Diocesan Educational Society, Bihar. It is presently under the principal -administration of RUBINA HANSDAH. There are a total of 80 rooms, 4 Labs, and 1 Library present in the school. You can find other information about the school in the tables below. NATURE OF THE SCHOOL Category of School Co-educational Medium of Instruction English Types of School Independent Labs and Rooms Details Total Rooms Total Lab Total Libraries Small Room Medium Room Large Room School Area (in Sq m.) Play Area (in Sq m.) 80 4 1 0 10 59 18453 6000 View full school
Christ Church Diocesan School was established in the year 1972. It is an English medium Co-educational Independent school affiliated to CBSE with affiliation number 330188 and has a General affiliation which is valid up to 31/3/2021. It is located in the Patna district of Bihar and is currently being managed by the Diocesan Educational Society, Bihar. It is presently under the principal -administration of RUBINA HANSDAH. There are a total of 80 rooms, 4 Labs, and 1 Library present in the school. You can find other information about the school in the tables below. NATURE OF THE SCHOOL Category of School Co-educational Medium of Instruction English Types of School Independent Labs and Rooms Details Total Rooms Total Lab Total Libraries Small Room Medium Room Large Room School Area (in Sq m.) Play Area (in Sq m.) 80 4 1 0 10 59 18453 6000
Christ Church Diocesan School,Khagaul was established in the year 2013. It is an English medium Co-educational Independent school affiliated to CBSE with affiliation number 330894 and has a General affiliation which is valid up to 31/3/2023. It is located in the Patna district of Bihar and is currently being managed by the Diocesanal Education Trust, Bihar. It is presently under the principal -administration of MR. PAWAN AGRAWAL. You can find other information about the school in the tables below. NATURE OF THE SCHOOL Category of School Co-educational Medium of Instruction English Types of School Independent
St John’s Diocesan School for Girls is an independent, medium-sized Anglican school situated in Pietermaritzburg. From Grade RR to Grade 12, we offer a liberal education on the foundation of a strong Christian ethos, providing a caring and value-based educational environment. St John’s D.S.G. is fondly and aptly described by our girls as a “Small School with Big Heart” and exudes a sense of intimacy and warmth. The Junior School offers one class per grade and benefits from great facilities and exceptional teaching. It is a place where our girls are nurtured and equipped with the correct tools to become happy, confident, kind, and strong young women who will go on to achieve in their higher education and beyond. The Grade RR and R girls (affectionately known as “Eaglets”) enjoy an active and balanced curriculum all within a caring and nurturing environment. They participate in a psychomotor program that links, through play, the emotional and social development of the child with their sensory-motor development. Both Grade RR and R center their learning through play, with, Grade R adding short periods of teacher-directed language and numeracy, in preparation for Grade 1. Our Eaglets thoroughly enjoy their Art and Music activities, and their participation in the annual nativity play is a highlight of the Junior School calendar. Our girls look forward to their Free Playtime where their imaginations come to life in the fantasy corner, their brains kick into gear in the cognitive zone, their creative skills come alive in the Art Room, their senses are stimulated in the outdoor sensopathic area and their gross motor skills are developed on the playground. Our school aims to stay abreast of educational trends that are of benefit to the cognitive and developmental stages of our girls by embracing 21st-century learning. Our girls are familiar with De Bono’s Six Thinking Hats, as well as Thinking Maps, which are used during lessons to assist in developing the seven C’s of 21st-century learning, namely: critical thinking (finding solutions to problems) creativity, and innovation (thinking outside the box) collaboration (working with others) character (social-emotional learning skills) culture and ethical citizenship (sharing what we value) computer and digital technologies (transforming how we learn and lead) and communication (making sense and expanding perspectives). Principles such as adopting a growth mindset, the Learning Pit, and P4C (Philosophy for Children) are used in the classroom and are applied practically. A growth mindset is vital as it teaches our girls that learning is a process and that it is alright to make mistakes. Our girls are also provided with valuable study skills which will equip them well for their secondary and even tertiary studies. Our girls are exposed to inquiry-based learning, which is a method that emphasizes the student’s role in the learning process. Rather than the teacher telling our girls what they need to know, they are encouraged to explore the material, ask questions, and share ideas. Inquiry-based learning uses different approaches to learning, including small-group discussion and guided learning. Instead of memorizing facts and material, students learn by doing. This allows them to build knowledge through exploration, experience, and discussion. Our school aims to stay abreast of educational trends that are of benefit to the cognitive and developmental stages of our girls by embracing 21st-century learning. Our girls are familiar with De Bono’s Six Thinking Hats, as well as Thinking Maps, which are used during lessons to assist in developing the seven C’s of 21st-century learning, namely: critical thinking (finding solutions to problems) creativity, and innovation (thinking outside the box) collaboration (working with others) character (social-emotional learning skills) culture and ethical citizenship (sharing what we value) computer and digital technologies (transforming how we learn and lead) and communication (making sense and expanding perspectives). Principles such as adopting a growth mindset, the Learning Pit, and P4C (Philosophy for Children) are used in the classroom and are applied practically. A growth mindset is vital as it teaches our girls that learning is a process and that it is alright to make mistakes. Our girls are also provided with valuable study skills which will equip them well for their secondary and even tertiary studies. Excellent Matric results confirm our ability to provide the tuition and encouragement necessary for all pupils to achieve their full potential. The benefits of our small classes are clearly seen in the individual attention, modern teaching methods, and spacious working conditions. We write the Matriculation examination of the Independent Examinations Board (I.E.B) and ensure that we maintain the highest academic standards. A varied and flexible range of subject choices, combined with highly qualified and dedicated teachers, ensures each girl has the opportunity to fulfill her potential. Enrichment and leadership tours are included in the curriculum and opportunities to travel overseas include exchange programs.
St Mary's is a respected school, steeped in tradition and family values. School heritage, based on Christian values and an understanding of accountability and self, is at the heart of everything that we do. While we may be over 111 years old, our thoughts are innovative, our systems are progressive and our approach is modern. This allows us to focus on our vision of a brighter future for every girl at the school, where she grows into a confident and happy person. The school encourages girls to measure themselves against their performances and not those of others, thereby developing a sense of self-worth, self-respect, and self-motivation. It's about building up each girl to be the best she can be. And reminding her that her best is the best. We want our girls to feel valued and supported in their school environment, and respectful of the role that they play in our close-knit community, in society, and our country. Our motto “Service before Self and God before All” serves as a constant reminder of our roots and our responsibilities. To be the leading Christian school providing a holistic, values-based education that helps girls build character and equips them to thrive in life. We strive to be a Christian school of excellence and distinction, founded in faith and providing a holistic education of the highest standard in all spheres. St Mary’s is a place where each girl can flourish and belong – cultivating her curiosity, embracing her successes and failures, and developing the character and confidence to thrive in life. To be true to our school motto: “Service before self, God before all” When choosing between a co-ed school or a single-sex school there is much debate. Anecdotal evidence and research both indicate that there is a tremendous benefit for children in a single-sex environment. According to research, 75% say that the all-girls environment taught them that women can achieve anything. In a recent study, there were more than double the top academic results for girls in girls’ only schools than in co-ed schools. This is a pattern we see in Matric results in South Africa. Girls learn differently and the classroom environment can be customized to make the most of this. When one considers the compounding effect this has over 12 years of education, it is not surprising to see how well girls finish. From the Foundation Phase, it is apparent that girls are at different developmental phases than boys and this should be used to their advantage. They read earlier, their language skills are better and they think differently as a result. Language and vocabulary capacity play a significant role in thinking skills and conceptual development. Your daughter can benefit from being in an all-girls school that understands the differences and provides an education specifically designed to meet her needs and developmental stage. In terms of a girls’ self-development and leadership capacity, there is no doubt that seeing girls in every leadership position, fulfilling each role in teams or groups, there is a strong message that girls can do whatever they set their minds to. 93% of girls at girls' schools say they were offered greater leadership opportunities at school and 80% of girls from all-girls schools go on to hold leadership positions after school. This is far more effective in dismantling the stereotypical views of girls and women when it comes to equality and identity. Confident, stronger, and independent women emerge from a girls’ only school. They are more comfortable with themselves and focus on what matters to them, going on to study according to their interests because they have higher aspirations than, and greater motivation than, their peers at co-ed schools. St Mary’s has an excellent track record of helping its students gain places at the University of their choice. Research has shown that 98.7% of students at all-girls schools expect to earn a four-year degree after school. Girls’ schools prepare and inspire pupils with pertinent knowledge by educating them to be resilient and confident. There is no obstacle preventing girls from exploring a career in any area. 83% of girls from all girls' schools perceive themselves to be better prepared for tertiary education than their co-ed counterparts - this is supported by research that focused on their actual performance. Girls from all girls' schools are three times more likely to enter Engineering than co-ed students. To achieve their best, girls need to be challenged in the right way and be in an environment which constantly reminds them that there is enormous potential and power in being a girl. 80% of girls’ school students report most of their classes to challenge them to achieve their full academic potential
Early in 1903 Bishop Moore, Richard Neligan arrived in Auckland to begin his ministry as the Bishop of the Anglican Diocese of Auckland. Having considerable experience in education and eager to rally the Anglican community around a shared project, he decided to establish an Anglican school for girls modeled on the new British ‘high schools’. Diocesan Junior School prides itself on being an innovative environment, a place where every decision is based on the current research about how girls learn, develop and thrive. We believe it is important to educate the future female leaders of this country in an environment that encourages the girls to be "more than that ever imagined". This environment is readily apparent in our corridors and classrooms every day. Our girls are an integral part of our unique culture that is Dio. We offer excellence in teaching and learning and take pride in our unparalleled, research-based teaching methods. At the same time, we place a high value on an inclusive environment that is nurturing, collaborative, diverse, and fosters sisterhood and friendship. Pre-school Years 1 - 6 Anglican Identity. Our Junior School students have so many opportunities to take their learning beyond the classroom through Sport, Performing Arts, and our progressive Education Outside the Classroom program. It's all about teaching new skills and helping our girls to develop self-confidence to aim for excellence in everything they do. In Junior High School, we offer a wide range of subjects, allowing students the freedom to expand on their interests while continuing to strengthen skills in numeracy and literacy. Students work alongside exceptional teachers who mentor them to reach their full potential across all subjects and excel in their areas of strength. All students also have access to the latest digital technology and learn in state-of-the-art learning spaces. Our curriculum has been specifically designed to meet the needs and interests of students. The core subjects are Arts, (Dance, Drama, Music and Visual), English, Social Studies, Technology (Food, Fabric, and Materials), Mathematics, Health and Physical Education, Science and Religious Studies. Students also have great opportunities for language learning, with 7 language options including Latin, Japanese, Mandarin, French, German, Spanish, and Te Reo. In Junior High School students will explore new territories online, learn to think critically about new technologies, and develop digital literacy that will prepare them for the future. Girls in Years 7-8 use their iPads with applications that enhance their learning and from Year 9 students will learn to work independently from their laptops. In Junior High School, all students will have access to our Creative Industries faculty, established in recognition of the benefits of creative thinking across all subject areas. This faculty brings together The Imagination Station (editing suites, 3D printer, and laser cutter), food technology, design, and visual communication, digital technology, media studies, digital media design, and material design technologies. Our students have the unique opportunity to choose from two education pathways NCEA or the International Baccalaureate Diploma, both of which offer a wide range of subjects to suit the individual interests and strengths of each student. Whichever path they choose, every student will learn Ethics and Philosophy to help her develop a deeper understanding of critical thinking along with our Leadership and Service Learning program. How it works: Students in Years 1-6 follow the Primary Years Programme (an IB program). From Years 7-11 students continue to follow the New Zealand curriculum. All students begin NCEA Level 1 in Year 10 and gain this qualification by the end of Year 11. During Year 11 students decide whether to carry on with NCEA for Levels 2 and 3 in Years 12 and 13 or to begin the two-year IB Diploma Programme. The International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma Programme is an academically challenging and balanced program of education that works to develop students who live, learn and work in a rapidly changing world. With a focus on independent thinking, academic rigor, community service, inter-cultural understanding, and respect for others, the Programme prepares students for success at university and beyond. Our teaching and learning philosophy is to encourage learners who are open to challenge, willing to develop their abilities and achieve their personal best, take risks and accept mistakes, make ethical decisions, and enjoy learning. This vision complements the IB Diploma program which aims to develop inquiring, knowledgeable, open-minded, reflective, caring and principled young people who help to create a better and more peaceful world through effective communication, intercultural understanding, and respect. The Education (Pastoral Care of International Students) Code of Practice 2016 provides schools with a framework for the care and support of students. We want to ensure your daughter is well supported to make the most of her overseas experience. Our Pastoral Care Team, the Director of International Students, and the International Student Support Coordinator provide comprehensive care for our international students, ensuring their transition into our school is as easy as possible. All her teachers, her host family, or her boarding staff will take an active interest in making sure your daughter is safe and happy. Regular international student meetings and one on one interviews throughout the year are held to assist girls to settle into the school's routine and provide ongoing support.
