International Students

When families choose to send their daughters overseas to study at St Margaret’s College, three things matter most to them - safety, academic excellence, and life-changing opportunities.

A world-class education for international students

As a leading school for girls from Year 0-13, St Margaret’s offers a world-class education, including the International Baccalaureate Diploma. Exceptional teaching and curriculum development, complemented by a wide range of co-curricular and service activities, offer students a clear route to top universities globally. 

Our international students develop confidence, leadership, and resilience as part of their everyday learning. A team of teaching, pastoral and boarding staff coordinated by our International Student Manager, ensures a nurturing, safe, and inspiring environment. 

In our boarding houses, your daughter will join a community comprising students from New Zealand and international students from around the world. With dedicated staff and strong friendships, girls are cared for like family. 

Located in Christchurch, a safe, friendly, and easy-to-navigate city that is the gateway to the South Island, international students at St Margaret’s enjoy rich cultural experiences and breathtaking outdoor adventures. 

St Margaret’s has acted as a launchpad for international alumnae including mathematicians, physicists, sportswomen, musicians, writers, designers, and politicians-in-the-making. When your daughter leaves St Margaret’s she won’t just be ready for the world – she’ll be ready to lead it. 

A day in the life of an international student

Yibin has opted to study the International Baccalaureate and hopes to travel and work overseas.

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"St Margaret’s College is a truly exceptional school, with dedicated teachers, a warm atmosphere, and a wide variety of academic and extracurricular opportunities. What touched us most, however, was the kindness and openness of the St Margaret’s community. She made many close friends among the New Zealand students and was warmly welcomed and fully included."

Prof. Dr. Bernad Batinic

Contact our International Student Manager to learn more.