What is Te Atatū?
Te Atatū™ International Student Preparation Programme is an online preparatory programme for international students ages 13 through 16 who plan to or currently study in New Zealand high schools.
The programme prepares international students for study in New Zealand by familiarising them with the New Zealand teaching style and academic content, and by building an understanding of New Zealand's unique culture.
Highly experienced New Zealand teachers provide live lessons in Science, Social Studies and English, giving students a taste of real New Zealand classes. These lessons, with the accompanying tutorials, homework and academic support, build up students' academic foundations and English skills.
Te Atatū's experienced support team also helps prepare students and their families for the study abroad experience. Online orientation sessions cover topics such as New Zealand life and culture, homestays, introduction to New Zealand schools, and the New Zealand education system.
Real Student Experience
Partner Organisations
Tauranga Boys' College
St Peter's
College
Auckland
Sacred
Heart
College
St Mary's
College
Auckland
Green Bay High School
Kerikeri High School
Wellington High School
Bethlehem
College
Awatapu College
Rongotai College
Glendowie
College
Auckland
Grammar
School
Rangitoto
College
More to come!
Year Overview
9 weeks / term
TERM 1
REMEMBER
Theme: Migration
Science:
Navigation, Ocean,
Weather, Astronomy
Social Studies:
Migration Stories
English:
Pūrakau / Myth,
Narratives,
Auto/Biographies
TERM 2
KNOW
Theme: Identity
Science:
Life Processes
Social Studies:
Tūrangawaewae / A Place to Stand
English:
Ko wai au / Who Am I,
Recount, Poetry, Film
TERM 3
RECOGNISE
Theme: Ecology
Science:
Ecosystems,
Freshwater Habitats
Social Studies:
Environmental Impact, Conservation
English:
Procedural Writing,
Critical Reading
TERM 4
CHANGE
Theme: Sustainability
Science:
Climate Change
Social Studies:
Protest / Activism
English:
Persuasive Texts,
Speeches
Weekly Plan
Overview
Saturday
Live-streamed lessons;
Collect questions from students
Sunday
Group tutoring;
Homework release;
Vocabulary provided to students for following week
Monday - Wednesday
Tutor support continues
Thursday
Homework due
Friday
Homework marked and returned to students
Class Times
Saturday
lessons
English:
3:30pm - 4:30pm
Science:
4:45pm - 5:45pm
Social Studies:
6:00pm - 7:00pm
NZ time
Sunday
tutorials
Science:
1:30pm - 2:30pm
English:
2:45pm - 3:45pm
Social Studies:
4:00pm - 5:00pm
NZ time
Our Teachers
Pauline Newell
Teacher
Bachelor's Degree in Geography; CELTA Cambridge; DELTA Cambridge; IELTS examiner
Brita Theewis
Teacher
BA (Hons) Education, DipGrad Language & Linguistics, Bachelor Environmental Management
Theresa Manson
Teacher
BA (English major); MProffStEdn; Post Grad MusSt; Grad Dip Arts -Psychology; Dip Tchg; NZLA Cert.
Debra Masters
Teacher
BA, Dip Tchg, Dip Management
Our Support Team
Vivian Fan
Programme Director
David Gao
Business Development Manager
Frank Xing
IT & Marketing Manager
Kelly Blythen
Programme Coordinator
Jennifer Wang
Student Service Manager - China
Katy Tran
Student Service Manager - Vietnam
Harmeet Singh
Student Service Manager - South Asia
Prachya Ngamwong (Jet)
Student Service Manager - Thailand
Xiao Ning
Student Counsellor
Our Story
PSI has extensive experience providing tutorials to international students. With the increased demand from students studying in New Zealand, PSI has recognised the necessity and urgency for potential students and their families to be better prepared for study abroad.
PSI is working with a group of qualified New Zealand high school teachers with a wealth of experience in teaching, planning, and administrating in New Zealand high schools. Our teachers have expertise in the New Zealand Curriculum, NCEA, assessment marking, and moderation. They also possess the necessary qualifications and skills to support second language acquisition.
The Te Atatū programme focuses on providing cross-curricular opportunities to learners of English who wish to attend high school in New Zealand.
Partner Feedback
"Te Atatu is an impressive online learning programme designed to prepare international students for their high school education in New Zealand prior to the borders reopen to the world. The programme is based on New Zealand curriculum, factors in the requirements for these potential students to be successful, particularly in English, Science and Social Studies, and strikes a nice balance of gaining knowledge and academic skills while maintaining existing studies in their own country. I am very confident this prorgramme will keep them well prepared."
Ting Xu
Director of International Students
Student & Parent Testimonials
"My son Nemo is 14 years old and in the ninth grade in Shanghai. In June of this year, he will attend the high school entrance examination. Nemo was previously accepted into a New Zealand High School for Year 9 and had planned to begin his study there in 2020. However, due to the epidemic, he was not able to enter New Zealand. Now, he plans to enter New Zealand in July 2022 and begin his Year 10 study. I have been worried about whether Nemo can adapt to the local high school life and English language environment in New Zealand. Nemo’s high school in New Zealand recommended The Te Atatū International Student Preparation Programme provided by PSI Tutoring, a well-known, New Zealand tutoring institution, for students between the ages of 13-16 planning to study at a New Zealand high school. Nemo began the programme on January 29, 2022. Interest and curiosity are the best teachers. Although he is busy actively preparing for the Shanghai high school entrance examination in China, he participates in the Te Atatū classes every week because he enjoys them so much. After 3 months, his listening and writing have improved significantly, and his confidence has greatly increased. He has also had the opportunity to interact with classmates from different countries. The Science, English, and Social Studies lessons are taught in small classes by highly experienced New Zealand registered high school teachers, helping students to learn more about New Zealand culture, improve their English language skills, including familiarising them with the New Zealand accent, and adapt to the New Zealand high school teaching style and content. I believe this programme will help Nemo to have a smooth transition into New Zealand high school study. The Te Atatū Programme teachers and support staff are all extremely caring and patient, and the support staff provide bilingual assistance and quickly answer any questions we may have. Through different pastoral care webinars held by PSI Tutoring, even before arriving in New Zealand, I already have a general understanding of New Zealand life and study. With the help of PSI Tutoring and the Te Atatū Programme, Nemo will quickly adapt to life in New Zealand and be more confident to begin his study abroad journey!"
Shelley
FAQ
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How do I apply?Simply fill out this application form, and we will be in touch. Alternatively, fill out an application form in your preferred language below: 中⽂申請報名表 ⽇本の申請書 한국어 지원서 Mẫu đơn tiếng việt แบบฟอร์มใบสมัคร
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How much does it cost?Tuition Fee: NZ$ 1,980 per term Admin Fee : NZ$ 200 (one-off)
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What are the entry requirements?Applicants must: Be between 12 - 17 years of age; & Complete an English Language Ability Assessment and online interview
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Which subjects are covered?English Social Studies Science
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Who are the teachers?Saturday lessons are taught by qualified New Zealand high school teachers with many years teaching experience. Sunday tutorials are predominantly delivered by current New Zealand university students who have previously attended high school in New Zealand. Tutors have all achieved outstanding results in their own studies.
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Which online platforms are used?ClassIn: for online lessons and tutorials Messaging App: for communication throughout the week
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Are the lessons taught in English?Saturday lessons are taught in English by New Zealand registered high school teachers. Sunday tutorials are taught in students' native language.
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Is this a formal qualification?No. Although the Te Atatū programme is delivered by New Zealand registered teachers and has received recommendations from many New Zealand high schools, this programme is not designed to replace full-time study, but to prepare students who intend to, or currently, study in a New Zealand high school.
Contact
Phone: +64 9 520 4329
Email: info@psi.ac.nz
WeChat: DavidGao_NZ
Line: +64 21 1737047
Zalo: +64 21 1737047