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ACG Tauranga

New Zealand, Tauranga

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English
Fees NZ$200 - 1,000
Ages 0 - 18 years
Pupil numbers 501
Type Co-educational
Opened 2018
Bus Service No
Availability Not shared by this school
Academic offering
Curriculum Cambridge (Primary), Cambridge (Secondary), Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge International AS Levels, Cambridge A Levels
Taught languages Spanish, English
Typical class size 20
Strengths STEM, Languages, Sport
Clubs Arts and Creative, Cultural and Language, Leadership and Professional
Stages Early Years, Preschool, Primary School, Middle School, Secondary School, Sixth Form
Introduction

ACG Tauranga is a private day school in Tauranga, New Zealand, at 6 Keenan Road. It is part of Inspired Education, a group. The Cambridge International curriculum runs from Year 0 to Year 13, including Cambridge Primary and Lower Secondary, IGCSE in Years 10–11 and Cambridge AS & A Levels in Years 12–13. Four-stage Cambridge pathway is Cambridge Primary, Lower Secondary, IGCSE and AS/A Levels. Cambridge subjects include Mathematics, Science, English, History, Geography, Art & Design, Music and Physical Education, with Spanish from Year 5. English and French are core languages, with Spanish taught from Year 5. The campus offers classrooms, science laboratories, a library, art room, music suite and a dance studio, plus a soccer pitch, multi-turf complex and indoor facility. There is no on-site swimming pool; swimming is taught through the curriculum with local facilities. Extra-curricular life includes service and leadership opportunities, clubs and camps, including Creative Arts and exchanges.

www.tauranga.acgedu.com

6 Keenan Road (off Pyes Pa Road), Tauranga 3173, New Zealand

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The Essentials

ACG Tauranga has 501 pupils, typical class sizes of 20, instruction in English.

Location
Located on a large landscaped campus in Pyes Pa, Tauranga. Address: 6 Keenan Road (off Pyes Pa Road), Tauranga 3173, New Zealand. The campus sits in a semi-rural area with easy access via local roads and bus routes serving the area.

Stages
Preschool (3 months–5 years); Primary School (6–10 years); High School & College (11–18 years); Cambridge International (14–18 years)

Type
Private day school

Additional learning support
Tutor System assigns a tutor to every student for mentoring and academic tracking; transition programme; care for international students

Country affiliation
UK-accredited education in New Zealand

Bus service
Private bus service with routes: Katikati; Omokoroa / Bethlehem / Lakes; Mount Maunganui Direct; Bureta; Te Puke; Papamoa; Rotorua. Enquiries: acgtauranga@acgedu.com
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Fees

Annual tuition at ACG Tauranga ranges from NZD 200 to NZD 1,000 for 2026/27.

Application and Acceptance Fees

- Application fee: NZD 200 (non-refundable).
- Enrolment Acceptance Fee (to reserve a place after an offer is made): Years 1–10: NZD 1,000; Years 11–13: NZD 500. These acceptance fees are stated as non-refundable.

Tuition fees — Domestic students (day students)

Years 1–6 (Domestic students):
- Annual fee (single payment): NZD 22,120.
- Three-instalment plan: NZD 7,436 per instalment (total NZD 22,308).
- Nine-instalment plan: NZD 2,526 per month (total NZD 22,734).

Years 7–10 (Domestic students):
- Annual fee (single payment): NZD 26,270.
- Three-instalment plan: NZD 8,831 per instalment (total NZD 26,493).
- Nine-instalment plan: NZD 3,000 per month (total NZD 27,000).

Years 11–13 (Domestic students):
- Annual fee (single payment): NZD 27,270.
- Three-instalment plan: NZD 9,171 per instalment (total NZD 27,513).
- Nine-instalment plan: NZD 3,115 per month (total NZD 28,035).

(All domestic fees above are quoted in New Zealand dollars and are inclusive of GST.)

Tuition fees — International students

- Years 1–6 (international): Annual fee NZD 30,800.
- Years 7–13 (international): Annual fee NZD 36,480.
- Annual administration fee (international): NZD 1,260.
- Registration fee (one-off, international): NZD 420.

Billing schedule and payment terms

- Domestic families may pay the annual tuition in one lump sum at the start of the year or select a pre-arranged instalment plan; the school publishes a three-instalment option and a nine-instalment option with the per-instalment amounts listed above. School fees must be paid either in full at the beginning of the academic year or according to the pre-outlined schedule agreed at registration.
- For international students, the school requires tuition for the whole academic year to be paid in advance before the student commences or begins a new academic year; an early-bird reduction may apply if the annual fee is paid by the published early-bird date.

Boarding and accommodation

- ACG Tauranga operates as a day school and does not provide on-campus boarding. International students are provided homestay accommodation arrangements and related services. Homestay rates for ACG Tauranga are published as follows: Regular Homestay NZD 380 per week; Homestay Plus NZD 415 per week. Additional accommodation-related charges (placement, transfers, retainers) are published as applicable.

Other mandatory or typical additional costs

- Annual administration fee (international students): NZD 1,260.
- Registration fee (international, one-off): NZD 420.
- Comprehensive medical and travel insurance for international students (cost varies with duration).
- New Zealand Government Export Education Levy (applies to international tuition where required).
- Homestay-related extras where applicable (airport transfer fees, placement/change fees, weekly homestay retainer, etc.). Example charges are published in the school's international fees schedule.
- Uniform: Uniform items are purchased through the NZ Uniforms shop for ACG Tauranga; parents purchase required items directly and costs vary by item and pupil size.

Refund information

- The Application fee (NZD 200) and the Enrolment Acceptance Fee (NZD 1,000 for Years 1–10; NZD 500 for Years 11–13) are stated as non-refundable.
- For international students, the published international-fees guidance states that tuition fees are payable in advance and that no refunds will be made except at the discretion of the Board of Directors or as outlined in published policies; a minimum of one term's notice of cancellation or withdrawal is required. Specific refund situations (for example changes in residency status, withdrawal timing, or visa refusal) are handled according to the school's published policies and the applicable Code of Practice for the Pastoral Care of International Students.

Fee payment options and practical payment details

- Accepted payment methods include bank transfer / telegraphic (wire) transfer; payment can be made in New Zealand dollars or US dollars to the ACG Schools bank account provided with the school's Request for Payment. Bank transfer (international wire) details and SWIFT code are used for overseas payments.
- Credit card payments are accepted when the ACG Credit Card Payment Form is completed; credit card payments are subject to a surcharge (example: 2%). Costs for processing card payments may apply where indicated.

Notes on GST and currency

- All quoted fees on the domestic and international schedules are stated in New Zealand dollars and are inclusive of GST where applicable. International-fee schedules also note payment in NZD or USD options and provide bank/wire payment instructions.

If you need these figures entered exactly as shown above for your database, they are listed in the school's published fee schedules and international-fees document.
Academics

ACG Tauranga teaches Cambridge (Primary), Cambridge (Secondary), Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge International AS Levels, Cambridge A Levels for students aged 0 to 18.

Curriculum
Cambridge International is taught from Year 1 through Year 13. Students complete Cambridge IGCSE in Years 10–11 and Cambridge International AS & A Levels in Years 12–13. The Cambridge pathway comprises four stages: Cambridge Primary; Cambridge Lower Secondary; Cambridge IGCSE; and Cambridge International AS & A Levels. Cambridge International Subjects include Mathematics, Science, English, History, Geography, Spanish (from Year 5), Art & Design, Music and Physical Education. Cambridge assessments are externally examined and Cambridge certificates are internationally recognised.

Exam Results
IGCSE pass rate 99%; Cambridge A Level pass rate 100%

Higher Education Progression
Most ACG Tauranga students go to universities in Auckland, Victoria and Otago in New Zealand, as well as universities in Australia, the United States and the United Kingdom. One in three Inspired alumni attend Russell Group and Ivy League universities.
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Admissions

Admissions
1. Begin online application. Applications are welcomed throughout the year and mid-year starts are accommodated. Early application is advised to secure admission. The Admissions Team guides you through the process and provides updates at each stage. 2. Prepare and submit required documents. Submit copies of your child's passport or birth certificate, the child's most recent school report, and any PAT or other standardised test results. Ensure documents are uploaded or provided as part of the online application. These documents support the assessment of eligibility and proper placement. 3. Engage in enrolment meetings. The relevant Head will meet you and your child to discuss the transition into school life and address any questions. This meeting helps tailor the settling-in plan. 4. Finalise the enrolment steps. The Admissions Team provides ongoing support and keeps you informed as you progress toward final enrolment.

Scholarships
ACG Tauranga offers School Scholarships for Years 7–13. Scholarships are performance-based financial awards that cover part of the tuition. Eligible students are welcome to apply. Selection is based on academic achievement, with sports and artistic accomplishments also considered. Financial hardship is not a qualifying factor. A scholarship may be available if the family has four or more children. The 2026 scholarship application closes on 6 October 2025. To apply, complete the Enquiry Form.
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