Welcome to Westlake Girls, where we empower young women to excel. Our inclusive community fosters confidence, resilience, and a passion for learning, preparing students to thrive and make a positive impact. Join us on a journey of growth and success. Tēnā koe!
Westlake Girls offers an exceptional environment where academic excellence, personal growth, and the empowerment of young women—mana wahine—are at the heart of everything we do.
Our single-sex environment fosters confidence, resilience, and leadership, allowing girls to thrive academically and personally.
We inspire students to become creative, independent learners, fully prepared for tertiary study and future careers.
Our diverse student body enriches the learning experience, while our extensive co-curricular programme—ranging from robotics and sustainability projects to over 40 sports—nurtures talent and passion. Leadership opportunities abound through our five-house system, and our acclaimed Music Department, in collaboration with Westlake Boys, consistently dominates national and international competitions.
At Westlake Girls, we empower young women to excel in every aspect of life!
As soon as I arrived at Westlake, I felt welcome. I have met so many wonderful people and of course my English has improved. My favourite thing about Westlake is that there are so many opportunities to get involved in. You get to pick your subjects and you can join choirs, play sports and more.
Being away from home, not only improved my English, it also helped me to become more open minded, talk to people I did not know and of course it made me independent. I learned how to cook, make my bed, and tidy my room without my mom telling me to.
If you are thinking of joining Westlake, I would tell you to do so. I loved the environment of my school, the friendly atmosphere, and the fact that the international department were always there to support me if I had a problem. I am beyond thankful, to be able to experience such a fantastic adventure on the other side of the world, far away from home.
Amelie
What makes us unique?
At Westlake Girls, we are proud to welcome international students from all over the world. Located in beautiful Auckland, New Zealand, our school offers exceptional education in a safe, supportive, and vibrant environment.
Our dedicated international team gives students a unique chance to experience a new culture and school. You will gain friends, independence, and a global view.
Our friendly team will make sure you feel welcome and supported. We offer well-being and homestay help, with 24/7 emergency support.
Whether you are joining us for a few months or several years, you’ll be part of a warm and inclusive community. We are here to support you every step of the way. You’ll have the opportunity to:
– Improve your English
– Make lifelong friendships
– Discover Aotearoa New Zealand’s unique culture
– Gain a world-class education.
WGHS is an excellent reflection of New Zealand, which is multicultural, diverse, inclusive and a safe community.
WGHS also provides a sense of belonging among students. I have become a member of the student council this year and we have discussed several issues that we and the school can improve on. The school listens to every single voice. I have achieved excellent academic results which is very satisfying. The international department tracks our learning progress. They care about our well- being. We receive weekly messages on google classroom from the teachers in charge and these posts are very motivating and sweet. WGHS has provided great opportunities for me to broaden my perspective. Being at Westlake has become one of the most precious memories of my life.
Lijing
Sports, Activities & Trips
We have an incredible number of clubs, sports and extracurricular activities at Westlake Girls!
Check them out and see if something interests you. Everyone is welcome!
Sports & Activities
- Athletics
- Badminton
- Basketball
- Basketball 3x3
- Beach Volleyball
- Cheerleading
- Cricket
- Cycling
- Distance Running
- Duathlon
- Equestrian
- Football
- Golf
- Gymsports
- Hockey
- Lacrosse
- Marching
- Netball
- Orienteering
- Rowing
- Rugby Sevens
- Sailing
- Snow Sports
- Squash
- Swimming
- Table Tennis
- Tennis
- Touch
- Triathlon
- Volleyball
- Water Polo
- Windsurfing
Languages we teach
- Chinese
- English
- French
- Japanese
- Spanish
- Te Reo Māori
Extracurricular Activites
- Amnesty
- Anime / Manga
- Arabic Language Club
- Arts Committee
- Art Media Exploration
- Astronomy
- Barbershop Ensemble
- Biology Olympiad
- Bollywood
- Brain Bee
- Bridge Club
- Buddy Reading
- Cantare Choir
- Cigno Voce Choir
- Chemistry Olympiad
- Chess Club
- Chinese Club
- Choralation Choir
- Climbing Club
- Code Club
- Creative Writing Club
- Dance Club
- Debating
- Drama Academy
- Duke of Edinburgh
- Dungeons & Dragons
- Enviro Group
- French Conversation
- Film Club
- Fitness Room
- Gardening Club
- Inspire Christian Club
- International Homework Club
- Journalism Club
- Kapa Haka
- K-Pop Cover Group
- Knitting and Crochet
- Maths Club
- Neurodiversity Club
- Nota Bella Choir
- Parallax Writing Club
- Pasifika Club
- Philosophy Club
- Rotary Interact Club
- Run Club
- Showquest
- Spanish Club
- Table Tennis Club
- Taharoto String Orchestra
- Tech Wizards
- Theatre Sports
- UNICEF at Westlake
- Volunteering Club
- Wearable Art Club
- Westlake Big Band
- Westlake Chamber Orchestra
- Westlake Concert Band
- Westlake Girls Jazz Band
- Westlake Girls Symphonic Band
- Westlake Medical Research Society
- Westlake Production
- World Vision
- The Zine Collective
Year Planner
| Term 1 | Term 2 | Term 3 | Term 4 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Adventure Racing | ||||
| Athletics | ||||
| Badminton | ||||
| Basketball | ||||
| Basketball 3x3 | ||||
| Cheerleading | ||||
| Cricket | ||||
| Cycling | ||||
| Distance Running | ||||
| Duathlon | ||||
| Equestrian | ||||
| Football | ||||
| Golf | ||||
| Gymsports | ||||
| Hockey | ||||
| Lacrosse | ||||
| Marching | ||||
| Netball | ||||
| Orienteering | ||||
| Rowing | ||||
| Rugby Sevens | ||||
| Sailing | ||||
| Snow Sports | ||||
| Squash | ||||
| Swimming | ||||
| Table Tennis | ||||
| Tennis | ||||
| Touch | ||||
| Triathlon | ||||
| Volleyball | ||||
| Water Polo | ||||
| Windsurfing |
Susanne Doerner
StudyNZ Co-ordinator
Jane Stanley
Principal
Lyn Swan
Director of International
Fee Breakdown
Please note that these fees are approximate. Contact StudyNZ or the school for exact fees depending on your choice of activities or subjects.
| Term 1 | Term 2 | Term 3 | Term 4 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| School Fees | $5,750.00 NZD | $5,750.00 NZD | $5,750.00 NZD | $5,750.00 NZD |
| Homestay Fees | $4,400.00 NZD | $4,400.00 NZD | $4,400.00 NZD | $4,400.00 NZD |
| Extramural Fees | $ NZD | $ NZD | $ NZD | $ NZD |
| Study NZ Fees* | $5,000.00 NZD | |||
Our Fees include the consultation beforehand, school choice, assistance with all paperwork and visa application, preparation for time abroad. Pick up on arrival. Transfer to family or domestic flight depending on destination and support during entire stay in New Zealand for student and family. Airport drop off or check in support in Auckland for departure to home country depending on departure situation. We also offer orientation and farewell camps for our students on arrival and departure. Health Insurance is compulsory and can be taken out through StudyNZ with Unicare under our Master policy