Riccarton High School

All students are expected to behave in a responsible and courteous manner at school. Students are expected to follow all school regulations as well as the following rules which are particularly applicable to International Students.

Attendance:

Frequent or unexplained attendances must be reported to the New Zealand Immigration Services and may result in cancellation of the Student Visa. If you are absent from school you must bring a note from your caregiver; however, if you are absent for more than 3 days, you may be required to bring a note from your doctor.

Employment :

You are not permitted to work under the conditions of your Student Visa. It is very important to obey this as the Immigration Services will cancel your Visa if you are found to be working while in New Zealand.

Homestay:

Special rules apply to students in homestays. Please read your homestay guidelines, rules and contract very carefully when you receive them.

Flatting/Vehicles:

Students are not permitted to go flatting. They are not allowed to own a motor vehicle whilst they are under the age of 18 and cannot drive a car unless they hold a New Zealand Drivers Licence.

Holidays:

You must start and finish school on the set dates. You will not be allowed to leave school before the start of the holidays unless there are very special reasons for you to do so. Therefore, it is important that you book your flight home as early as possible.