Enrolment

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Students eligible to move into Year 7 or above may wish to seek enrolment at East Otago High School. As some contributing schools go through to the end of Year 8 it is quite common for students to begin in Year 9. Currently, the school does not have an enrolment scheme therefore there are no restrictions on enrolment.
If you are interested in looking around the school please contact the school office to arrange an appointment with our Deputy Principal.

Steps for enrolling at EOHS

Open Day

An open day for all prospective Year 5 & 6 students is generally held in late August with all parents/caregivers being most welcome. This day is a full day at the school with special activities organised to show students what happens at EOHS. Students also attend an orientation day in late November, early December to help with the transition to secondary schooling.

Enrolment pack

An enrolment pack is available via the link below, postage, or can be picked up from the office. This pack includes a prospectus and enrolment form. An interview with the caregivers will be organised within 5 school days or earlier where possible to discuss the proposed enrolment.

Attach to your application

From time to time families also make inquiries to enrol students during the school year. Parents/caregivers are asked to make contact with the office where the following details will be asked for:

  • School photo
  • Students name and age
  • Caregiver details – name and address
  • School history – covering the previous two years
  • Academic ability
  • Any special considerations

**Please be aware that you may be asked to provide a birth certificate or residency details on enrolment.

Attach to your application

Where no issues arise, students will be able to start at the school when an enrolment form has been completed and they have a full uniform.

Stationery Information

Stationery lists can be viewed or downloaded here:

Years 7 & 8

Years 9 & 10

Year 11

Year 12

Year 13

Fees and Donations

In 2020 the school opted into the Ministry of Education Donation Scheme.

Parents will still be responsible for Year 11 – 13 BCAT’s material costs, sports fees, non-curriculum-based activities, and overnight camps/trips.

International Students: Approximately $9000.

BOYS (Year 7 to 10) (ALL YEAR ROUND)

  • Black longer-length shorts or black long-dress trousers (no logos)

  • Polo shirt (Regulation) (NZ Uniforms)

  • Polar fleece (Regulation) (NZ Uniforms)

  • Black (plain) crew socks

  • School polo sweatshirt/hoodie (Regulation) (NZ Uniforms)

  • School outdoor jacket (Regulation) (NZ Uniforms) or black puffa jacket

  • Black leather shoes (must be able to be polished)

GIRLS (Year 7 to 10) (ALL YEAR ROUND)

  • Black skirt/black shorts/black long dress trousers (no logos)

  • Polo shirt (Regulation) (NZ Uniforms)

  • Polar fleece (Regulation) (NZ Uniforms)

  • Black (plain) crew socks

  • School polo sweatshirt/hoodie (Regulation) (NZ Uniforms)

  • School outdoor jacket (Regulation) (NZ Uniforms) or black puffa jacket

  • Black leather shoes (must be able to be polished)

BOYS (Senior Year 11–13) (ALL YEAR ROUND)

  • Black dress trousers/black longer-style shorts (Regulation)

  • White long/short sleeve shirt

  • Black (plain) crew socks

  • School outdoor jacket (Regulation) (NZ Uniforms) or black puffa jacket

  • Ties (green/yellow stripe) (NZ Uniforms)

  • Black leather shoes (that can be polished)

  • Blazer

GIRLS (Senior Year 11–13) (ALL YEAR ROUND)

  • Kilt/black dress trousers (Regulation)

  • White long/short sleeve blouse

  • Black (plain) crew socks

  • School outdoor jacket (Regulation) (NZ Uniforms) or black puffa jacket

  • Ties (green/yellow stripe) (NZ Uniforms)

  • Black leather shoes (that can be polished)

  • Blazer

SPORTS UNIFORM

  • Regulation singlets, sports tops, shorts (NZ Uniforms)

Notes

  • A scarf is optional for boys and girls and must be plain school green, plain black, or school green and gold.

  • Thermals are permitted – short sleeve white under short sleeve tops, or long sleeve under long sleeve tops.

BYOD Information

Commencing in 2027 all students from Year 7 to Year 13 will be expected to bring a device to school.

We have placed some clear guidelines around BYOD:

  • Devices can only be used in the classroom for work as directed by the teacher.
  • A student is fully responsible for the care and upkeep of their own device. The device must be fully charged at the start of each day. Please ensure the device is covered by your household insurance policy.
  • Only Chromebooks or laptops with a screen size of 11 inches or larger may be brought into school. Mobile phones cannot be used in the classroom. We consider 11 inches to be the minimum practical screen size for use across a range of learning applications.

We recommend Chromebooks as a tool for learning within the classroom. Chromebooks are cost-effective devices with the capacity students need for their schoolwork.

In Senior School, some students continue to use their Chromebook, while others purchase a Windows laptop. MacBooks are not recommended. Either a Chromebook or Windows laptop is suitable and often depends on the subject options a student takes.

Minimum Chromebook specifications:

  • Screen: 11 inches minimum. Keep in mind that this can still be a relatively small screen to work on.
  • CPU: Any.
  • RAM: 8GB or higher.
  • Storage: 64GB or higher.
  • Battery: Should last at least a six-hour school day.
  • Brand: Any. Some brands offer reinforced screens and keyboards, although these may cost more.
  • Warranty: One year minimum. Some brands include a three-year warranty or offer an option to extend it. Warranties generally do not cover water or impact damage.
Boys Winter Uniform
Girls Winter Uniform