CHRISTCHURCH
As the capital of the Canterbury region and the largest city in the South Island, Christchurch prides itself on being one of New Zealand’s premier educational hubs. The city offers a world-class education system that places a strong emphasis on both academic excellence and personal development.
A vibrant and dynamic metropolis, Christchurch boasts the country's third-largest thriving technology sector alongside a robust network of local enterprises and multinational corporations, unlocking a wealth of exciting future career opportunities. Yet, it beautifully preserves a serene study environment and a relaxed lifestyle. Affectionately known as the “Garden City,” Christchurch is defined by the gently winding Avon River and over 1,000 lush, green public parks.
This exceptional destination seamlessly blends rich natural beauty, modern architecture, and a creative year-round cultural and arts scene. Here, international students are warmly welcomed by a safe, friendly, multicultural community and benefit from a highly convenient global transport network.
Most notably, Christchurch stands out as the perfect study-abroad choice, offering an unparalleled quality of life paired with highly optimized living costs - with rental prices uniquely 10–15% lower than those in Wellington and Auckland. All of these exclusive advantages empower students to effortlessly balance their academics, finances, and thrive in an active lifestyle, from summer surfing to world-class winter skiing.
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Christchurch seamlessly combines world-class education, optimized living costs, and serene green spaces, providing the ideal environment for international students to achieve their full potential.
Burnside High School
Established in 1960, we are a centre of academic excellence. With 2700+ students, Burnside High School is one of the largest schools in New Zealand, yet each student is known and supported as an individual. Our unique divisional structure and our extensive pastoral network ensure that Burnside High School provides a caring and nurturing environment for our students.