How would you describe the facilities at this school? What extra-curricular activities are available?
Excellent by NZ standards. Foreign languages and drama taught from an early age by specialist teachers. Mild special needs can usually be catered for. ESOL tuition available.
Lots of extra-curricular sporting activities
Children go away to 2 night camp from Y5-8 once a year. (Continue)
What advice would you offer others about banking abroad?
Go in to the branch and ask every single question you can think to ask. Make the assumption that everything will be different from what you know. Then if it's the same you'll be pleasantly surprised. (most things will be different)
Also talk to the country's tax dept. or a tax agent. Find out the laws! (Continue)
What activities, clubs and organizations would you recommend to newcomers to help them meet others?
There are numerous groups: I would recommend taking a trip to the visitors' bureau to get more information. They offer heaps of brochures and schedules.
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