Welcome to Rototuna Junior High School
At our school, we are passionate about providing a high-quality education to students from around the world. We want our international students to feel welcome, respected, and valued as part of our school community. Our teachers are highly qualified and dedicated professionals who are committed to helping our international students achieve their full potential. We provide a well-rounded education and offer a wide range of extracurricular activities, including sports, arts and music. Our students have the chance to develop their interests and passions as we prepare them to succeed in a rapidly changing world.
We invite you to explore the rest of our website to learn more about our school and the many opportunities we provided. Whether you are a prospective student, parent, or agent, we welcome you to join our community.
Principal's Welcome
Kia ora to all prospective international students, parents and agents.
Thank you for choosing to study with us. As an international student, you bring a unique perspective and diversity to our school community. We value the learning opportunities that come with having students from all over the world at our school. We understand that studying abroad can be both exciting and challenging, and we are here to support you every step of the way. Our dedicated team of staff is available to answer any questions you may have and provide guidance throughout your journey. We look forward to getting to know you and helping you achieve your academic and personal goals.
Please enjoy our virtual tour.
Ngā mihi,
Mel Moore
English Version for Families
English Version for Students
Information for Families - Chinese Subtitles
Information for Families - Japanese Subtitles
Pastoral Care
At Rototuna Junior High School, we are committed to providing an inclusive environment where our international students feel valued, respected, and supported. Our international students come all over the world. We celebrate and embrace diversity at our school. We also recognise that our international students face a variety of challenges as they are becoming familiar with a new school and are settling into a new country. We are here to offer guidance, support, and encouragement whenever needed. Quality pastoral care is an integral part of the international student experience.
Each student at RJHS is allocated an advisory class and an advisor. Our students stay with the same advisor for the duration of their time at RJHS. This ensures students are able to form a strong connection with their advisor and the other students in their advisory class.
We also have an International Student Director dedicated to helping our international students.
In case of an emergency, international students can call our 24/7 emergency contact number: Michael Tan (021 141 7836).
International Student Director
Kia ora!
As the International Student Director, I am here to support you throughout your time at our school. I will be your point of contact for any questions or concerns you may have, and I will work closely with you and your advisor to ensure that you have a successful and rewarding experience. On your first day, you will have an international student orientation. You will also have regular interviews with me so that I can check how you are settling in. If you need extra support with your English, you will be placed in one of our English Language Learning (ELL) classes. I am looking forward to meeting you!
Veronica Hendrikse
ERO Report: Principal’s Message
We are thrilled to share the latest Education Review Office (ERO) School Evaluation Report for Rototuna Junior High School.
This report reflects the incredible dedication of our staff, students, and whānau in creating a learning environment where our young people can truly soar. The evaluation highlights the high levels of success and wellbeing our students experience, noting that "most students in Years 7 to 10 achieve at or above expected curriculum levels in reading, writing and mathematics" - an achievement category achieved by only 2 other state intermediate and secondary schools in Hamilton. ERO also commended our teaching staff, stating that "students benefit from high quality teaching practices and a rich and varied curriculum".
Enrolment
Are you interested in applying for a place at Rototuna Junior High School?
We are currently accepting individual short-term students, long-term students and short-term students in groups. We partner with homestay companies (see below) to find homestays for students.
Please follow these steps to apply for a place at our school:
- Make sure you will have either a student visa or a visitor visa.
- Take a look through our RJHS Info Pack
- Contact our International Student Director, Veronica Hendrikse, [email protected]
We look forward to welcoming you to our school and supporting you in your academic and personal goals. If you have any questions or would like to learn more about our programme, please don't hesitate to contact us - [email protected].
Hamilton Homestay Services
Attention families of Rototuna Junior High School students!
Are you interested in learning about different cultures? Are you passionate about creating a welcoming and supportive environment for international students? If so, we invite you to become a homestay host for one of our short-term international students.
Your family will have the chance to learn about new foods, customs, and languages while also making a positive impact on a young person's life. If you have a spare room in your home and are interested in becoming a homestay host, please contact Hamilton Homestays to learn more about this rewarding opportunity and how you can make a difference in the life of an international student.
Chloe Tso
Homestay Coordinator
Hamilton Homestay Services
Mobile: 020 497 2591
Email: [email protected]
Website: https://hamiltonhomestay.co.nz
Maanaki Hamilton Limited
If you have a spare room and would like to offer a warm, safe, and supportive home environment, we’d love to hear from you.
A warm home isn’t about perfection—it’s about kindness, patience, and genuine care. It’s a place where students feel comfortable asking questions, sharing meals, joining family routines, and having a quiet space to relax. Safety means providing clear guidance, structure, and reassurance so they feel protected, respected, and truly part of the family during their stay.
Hosting an international student is a fun, meaningful, and rewarding way to enrich your family life. By welcoming a young visitor from around the world, your household can share the best of Kiwi living while enjoying new customs and global perspectives—without ever leaving Hamilton.
Manaaki Hamilton Limited offers reliable local support to host families, ensuring you have everything you need for a smooth and positive hosting experience.
Ready to begin this rewarding journey? Contact Manaaki Hamilton Limited today to learn more and sign up as a homestay host!
Aki Shiomi
Manaaki Hamilton Limited
Mobile: 022 032 8109
Email: [email protected]
Website: https://manaakihamilton.co.nz/
Reviews
- "Our child had a wonderful experience at Rototuna Junior High School. The teachers and staff were always supportive and caring, and the school provided a very welcoming environment for international students. In particular, the buddy system was extremely helpful, as it allowed new students to quickly adapt to school life and feel included. We truly appreciate the opportunities and experiences our child gained during the study period, which helped her grow both academically and personally." Yuan Min Li, Parent
- "Rototuna is a happy and friendly place for overseas students. Here my child will have a nice buddy that the school assigned, which helps him to be involved in study very quickly. Teachers and schoolmates are kind towards students making new friends. They respect our culture and nationality, which makes my child feel comfortable and focused on experiencing the different study environment. By the way - the haka is so attractive and amazing! We were all very impressed!" Nancy Nan, Parent
- "As an educational agency - Kiwi Walker International Limited - we have cherished an exceptionally pleasant partnership with RJHS. What makes this collaboration truly rewarding lies in the school’s commitment to supporting international students, especially those from China. The International department is always here to provide comprehensive support to our international students. Also, the school offers a nurturing academic environment - spacious classrooms, well-equipped labs, and nice study spaces that foster focus and curiosity. And international students would be accompanied by a buddy who would be the helper and friend at the school. This is the space that international short study tour students would like to come back to, because this school gives them not just the New Zealand education, but a unique, life-enriching experience. We are excited to keep this partnership and strive to send more outstanding Chinese students to RJHS, letting them benefit from all it has to offer." Lisa Liu, Education Agent