Homestays
​​​​​​​The school appoints a manager to arrange, manage and liaise with homestays:

• The Homestays are carefully selected
• The Homestay Manager liaises between home and the school
• The school provides special care to assist with travel, finance, health and study matters
• Boys are expected and encouraged to take a full part in the family life of their Homestay
• Homestay experiences help develop English language skills.

Special Programmes for International Students
Opportunity is provided for international students to participate in many extra-curricular activities:

• Playing sport
• Camps are available during school holidays
• Cultural trips to other cities such as Christchurch, Wellington and Rotorua.