Introduction

A leader in International Study Programs, Marryatville High School was accredited in 2003 by the Council of International Schools (CIS).  This means that Marryatville High School has met the rigorous standards of global international education.

Marryatville High School is committed to promoting educational excellence in its International Student Program.  90% of Year 12 students at Marryatville High School achieve University entrance.

There are 103 International students studying at Marryatville High School.  These students come from many different countries, such as Brazil, China, Germany, Japan, Korea, Vietnam and Thailand.  All these students have different aspirations and needs.  It is the aim of Marryatville High School to ensure that these individual needs are met, as well as giving appropriate support to our International students to ensure that they are successful.

Marryatville High School values the contributions International students make to its school community.

International Programs

Marryatville High School has a highly regarded international program
The school enrols students into a number of programs designed for students from overseas. These include::

Intensive Secondary English Course:

This course is provided for students who need to increase their English language proficiency before entering a high school program.

• Courses are available in 10, 20, 30 and 40 week modules.
• Students are accepted for the course according to their level of educational achievement in their home country and their English language proficiency.

These courses enable students to:

• Develop both oral and written communication skills.
• Increase their knowledge of Australian culture.
• Develop skills for living and studying in Australia.

High School Program – Years 8 – 12

• Secondary courses are offered from Years 8 – 12
• The Middle School Years, 8 – 10, provides a curriculum which is broad and balanced preparing students for effective participation in Australian society.
• Senior Secondary Education Years, 11 – 12, is available to students who can choose a wide range of subjects to complete a South Australian Certificate of Education over two years.

Study Aboard Program

• This program provides an Australian cultural experience of studying in a high school and living in a homestay with an Australian family.
• A range of options are available to students depending on their English proficiency and the purpose of their study.
• A certificate is issued by the school at the satisfactory completion of the program.

Short Term Study Tours

• These programs are offered for 1 – 4 weeks.
• The educational program can be arranged to meet the requirements of the group.
• The visits usually include intensive English study in the morning and school integration in the afternoon.
• The program may include half day or full day excursions or other special interest activities.
• The cultural experience is further enhanced by the provision of homestay accommodation with carefully selected host families.
• A member of the host family, who is usually a student of the host school, is matched with each visiting student on a “buddy” system.
• The buddy system assists the visiting student in moving around the school and understanding the school routine and expectations.
• Buddy and visiting students also travel to and from school together.

Teacher Professional Development

Marryatville High School successfully runs professional development programs for International leaders and educators. 

For more information regarding programs for international students at Marryatville High, please contact Sarah Goldfain at sarah.goldfain@marryatvillehs.sa.edu.au

For more comprehensive information on enrolment, please refer to the South Australian Government School, International Student Program brochure or visit the website: www.internationalstudents.sa.edu.au
or direct your enquiries to:

International Education Services
Department Of Education and Children's Services
GPO BOX 1152
Adelaide SA 5001
Australia
Telephone: +61 8 8226 3402
Fax: +61 8 8410 4842 Email: decs.isp@saugov.sa.gov.au

School Profile:

Services : International Program

Marryatville High School has a commitment to promote excellence in its International Student Program.  International students from all over the world are welcome and values part of our school community.

Marryatville High School

• Situated 4kms from the city centre
• Distinguished reputation for excellence in its educational program and co-curricular activities
• Special interest music school with graduates performing on stages around the world
• Special interest tennis program is also offered

Facilities

• A high quality teaching and learning environment
• A wide range of subjects
• A well equipped Resource Centre
• Special facilities for learning science, drama, technical studies, computing, electronics and languages
• State of the art music facilities
• Excellent landscaped grounds for a pleasant learning environment and sporting facilities
• Six modern and well equipped computer suites
• Computer access for all students
• Internet and email facilities
• Separate campus for senior students

Support Services

• Orientation Program
• Counselling and advice on tertiary entrance requirements
• Counselling to ensure their social, emotional and educational needs are met
• Reports sent to parents
• English as a Second Language Support
• Support in subject specific language
• Encouragement to take part in a wide range of co-curricular activities

  Curriculum

  Marryatville High School has a comprehensive curriculum, which caters for a variety of interests and abilities.

  A dedicated team of specialist teachers assist students in choosing their subjects to ensure their needs are met.

  Please refer to our Curriculum document to make your subject selections.  Many courses at our school are very popular and fill quickly.  To hep us in providing you with the subjects of your choice please refer to the list of subjects for each year level in our Curriculum Guide then complete and send your course selection preferences to sarah.goldfain@marryatvillehs.sa.edu.au__________________

  Students who wish to enrol in the Specialist Music Program or Specialist Tennis Program must refer to these programs on our website to ensure they meet the requirements.