Wessex School Ambassadors 31/03/08

Seven groups of students have visited us this term.  The shortest visit was for an afternoon from Hamamatsu Kaisekan Junior High School.  The group had a Powhiri at the Marae; they narrated and illustrated a Japanese legend for our Year 9 Japanese class and their visit coincided with a fire drill!

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Located in west Auckland only 12 minutes from downtown Auckland city, Rutherford College has exceptional outdoor facilities on its doorstep. Location and Facilities West Auckland is known for its surf beaches, bush walks and rural character, with large shopping centers throughout the suburb. Rutherford College is only 12 minutes from downtown Auckland city.

All refunds of tuition fees to withdrawing students are at the discretion of the Board of Trustees. Application for refund must be made in writing setting out the special circumstances of the claim.

• If you change your mind before the student comes to New Zealand all tuition fees will be refunded minus a NZ$500 administration fee.
• If the student wishes to withdraw after arriving in New Zealand no refund will be made except in the case of:-

1. return home because of the student’s serious illness.
2. return home because of death or serious illness of a close member of the student’s family.

In these cases under New Zealand law, the College must retain amounts to cover costs already incurred.

Welcome to Rutherford College

As a state co-educational secondary school established in 1960, Rutherford College welcomes International students to enhance the learning environment for others through exposure to a range of cultures.

The College is located in west Auckland – only 12 minutes from downtown Auckland City. West Auckland is known for its surf beaches, bush walks and rural character, with large shopping complexes and recreational facilities throughout the suburb.