About Auckland Girls'

A Brief History
In 1888, 78 girls and 5 teachers entered the boys' Grammar School in Symonds Street, Auckland. Although on the same site they operated as two separate schools and much effort was put into keeping the boys and girls apart! The girls had their own quarters, a separate entrance and a 14-foot wall divided the playground. In 1906, because of increased numbers, the decision was made to create a Girls' Grammar School. Annie Whitelaw was appointed the first Headmistress of this new school - Auckland Girls' Grammar School - in 1907.

The school moved to its present site in Howe Street in 1909. From its beginning Auckland Girls' has been a progressive school. It has always had a tradition of social responsiveness and its development closely mirrors the social and cultural developments that have shaped New Zealand society. Over one hundred years after the founding of the school, Auckland Girls' remains at the forefront of education for young women.

History Focus On Learning Student Support Scholarships Cost Uniform Shop Location
	A Brief History In 1888, 78 girls and 5 teachers entered the boys' Grammar School in Symonds Street, Auckland. Although on the same site they operated as two separate schools and much effort was put into keeping the boys and girls apart! The girls had their own quarters, a separate entrance and a 14-foot wall divided the playground. In 1906, because of increased numbers, the decision was made to create a Girls' Grammar School. Annie Whitelaw was appointed the first Headmistress of this new school - Auckland Girls' Grammar School - in 1907. The school moved to its present site in Howe Street in 1909. From its beginning Auckland Girls' has been a progressive school. It has always had a tradition of social responsiveness and its development closely mirrors the social and cultural developments that have shaped New Zealand society. Over one hundred years after the founding of the school, Auckland Girls' remains at the forefront of education for young women.
	Focus On Learning Our goal is to provide the best educational opportunities for all our students through delivery of a broad curriculum. We seek to identify and address the learning needs of each individual student and have developed programmes to do this. Learning Centre \| English Support Classes \| Star Courses \| Career Guidance
	Student Support Services Student learning at Auckland Girls' Grammar School is enhanced by the range of support services. Students are supported in all aspects of their school life by a network of dedicated teachers and guidance staff. Student Support Services include: A form teacher for every class. A Dean for each level who supports the form teachers and is responsible for providing course guidance, placing students in classes and providing on-going pastoral care. Two Guidance Counsellors, Mrs Toesulu Brown and Ms Monique Chasteau are available to provide support and guidance for students. A registered nurse runs the Health Centre (8.30 am to 4.00 pm). A physiotherapist is based at the school for two hours a day. Appointments are made by the Nurse. Careers advisor Maggie Hames provides expert advice and career guidance to students RTLBs, Cathy Pole and Margaret Pringle, work with students identified as needing extra support with aspects of their learning and classroom behaviour. Fiona Larsen , Learning Support Coordinator, provides support and guidance to students with special needs. Associate Principal Di Hatch works closely with all the staff who provide student support. All of these people are happy to speak with parents who have queries or concerns. If you are not able to make direct phone contact with them, the school office will take messages. Learning Centre The Learning Centre is staffed by a team of professionals whose focus is the individual learning needs of all students. Students from Years 9-13 attend the Centre for a number of reasons. Extension programmes for students with educational abilities. These programmes are provided for students from Year 9 - 13. They include Future Problem Solving, Thinking Skills and Study Skills. The programmes are run as required and can be on a small group or individual basis. Individual assessments for students who are experiencing difficulties in certain aspects of learning and to follow up support may be given to the development of appropriate programmes. Enrichment programmes and extra support for students experiencing difficulties in individual subjects is also provided within the faculties along with the learning centre programmes providing life skills, literacy and numeracy. Teacher Aides are available to support students within mainstream classes. Generally students attending the Learning Centre have been referred by their teacher. They work on programmes designed to meet their individual needs. If you wish to know more about the Centre, please contact Fiona Larsen, the Learning Centre Coordinator. We have introduced an Information Literacy Programme in Year 9 classes. Reading Centre Reading is central to the success of students in the secondary education system. We have established a Reading Room with funds bequeathed by Ethel Baxter, an old friend of the school. A reading specialist monitors the progress of students and picks up on those who are reluctant to read or who seem to be having difficulties. During the year we will be providing a range of activities which will focus on reading. Our aim is to foster in all students a life-long love of reading. Learning Initiatives Each year new initiatives and learning opportunities are offered to students as part of the learning initiatives programme. These initiatives are designed to help students become more efficient and effective learners and to motivate and provide them with the necessary organisational skills to cope with demands of a wide range of subjects. We offer tutorials and some individual tuition close to the examination time.
	Scholarships In 2009 our students were awarded approximately $300,000 worth of scholarships and awards from a number of tertiary institutions and from the Old Girls and Louise Gardner Trusts. These included, two University of Auckland Scholarships two University of Auckland Chancellor?s Scholarships and a Keystone NZ Property Education Trust Award, each worth at least $25,000. We are fortunate to also have a number of internal scholarships to help students while they are at Auckland Girls' or doing tertiary studies. Many of the scholarships are provided by former principals, staff and students. Details of when and how to apply for scholarships are provided in the daily notices. Maggie Hames, the Careers Advisor, can also provide information. Annie Rose Allum Scholarship: $500 for one year awarded to a worthy student to enable her to continue her studies at either secondary or tertiary level. Rua I Gardner Scholarships: $250 awarded to outstanding Year 9 and Year 10 students. The top Year 9 and Year 10 Rua Gardner scholars receive $350 and their names go on to the Honours Board. Year 11 and Year 12 students may apply for a scholarship of $300 to help them continue with their studies at school. Year 13 students may apply for a scholarship of $500 to assist with their tertiary studies. Louise Gardner Centennial Scholarship: $5000 a year for three years to a student enrolled in a course of full-time study at a tertiary institution. Year 13 students and former pupils of Auckland Girls are eligible to apply. The Louise Gardner Trust also awards one off grants to individual students John Williamson Scholarship: $500 to students in Years 11 and 12 and $1000 to students in Year 13 at Auckland Girls' Grammar School who combine academic excellence with leadership and service to the school. E M Johnston Scholarship: $2000 provided by the Old Gilrs' Trust to assist a Year 13 student with tertiary studies. Centennial Awards: $500 is awarded at Founding Day to a student from each senior year level. The student is chosen by her Dean based on her academic performance and her all round contribution to school life. There are also bursaries and awards offered by other organisations such as the ASB Bank and businesses. Tertiary institutions such as the University of Auckland, AUT and UNITEC also provide a range of scholarships anda wards to students who are leaving school.
	Cost There are various costs depending on what courses and activities students do at school. • We ask all parents to financially support the school by paying the school donation of $220 per student and $160 for each additional student from the same family. • The school donation is used to buy extra books and magazines for the library, computer hardware and software, sports equipment, art works, musical instruments and to help pay affiliation fees. It is used to provide the school magazine and the newsletter for parents. • All students are required to purchase an ID card at $6 and a Homework Diary at $5. • There are fees for the take-home content of activities such as Food, Materials and Design Technology, Computing and Photography. • There are costs for field trips, outdoor education camps and cultural experiences. • Students need to provide their own stationery. • There is a school uniform
	Uniform Uniform Shop details and Uniform Prices are available in the attached word (1Mb) document - click here to view and or download it . Click on links below to view uniform items Blouse Short skirt Long skirt Jersey Sleeveless sweater Jacket Shoes Accessories Optional The School uniform can only be purchased from the School Shop. Physical Education: T-shirts and shorts, sports shoes, or a school PE uniform can be purchased from the school shop. Protective clothing such as an old shirt or an apron should be worn during Art and Workshop Technology classes. Students are not permitted to wear make-up or jewellery, apart from a watch. If you have pierced ears, one pair of gold or silver studs may be worn. No nose, eyebrows or other facial studs are permitted. Long hair is to be tied back sensibly. If you have particular cultural or religious values that require a modification to our uniform, please discuss this with the Deputy Principal. Auckland Girls' students wear their uniform with pride. We would expect you to do the same and to be a great ambassador for our school.
	Shop The school shop sells stationery and is the only place where you can buy the school uniform. It is situated on site close to our main Administration Building in C28. The school shop is open each school day from 8.00am to 9:00 am, 11:00 am-12:00 noon and 1:00 pm-3.00 pm (3:30 pm Monday and Wednesday) during term time.