Diocesan School for Girls is an independent Anglican school that educates students from new entrants to Year 13. It offers a holistic education that includes spiritual development, pastoral care programs, and opportunities for community service and extracurricular activities. The school places emphasis on developing a sense of community and belonging among students and their families. It provides academic and arts programs, as well as 30 sporting codes for students of varying interests and abilities.

1. E D U C AT I N G H E A R T S A N D M I N D S
Girls new to Diocesan are paired with buddies selected
by our school Deans.
As an Anglican school, we recognise that spirituality is
an important aspect of our students’ learning and well
being. Students participate in regular Chapel services
and Religious Studies classes.
Our restorative practices give students ethical and moral
foundation for making good decisions throughout their lives.
COMMUNITY
When your daughter enrols at our School, we welcome
your whole family into the Diocesan community.
It is part of our philosophy that a stable, collegial community
As parents, you are always welcome to come and
discuss your daughter’s progress and we will always take
the time to address any of your concerns.
We welcome families of all faiths to join our School and
approach to your child’s learning and future.
In our Community Service Programme, students complete
a range of community services. The International
Baccalaureate Diploma also has a service component.
Networks such as our Old Girls’ League and Parents &
Friends’ Association foster friendships and give parents,
belonging to the ‘Dio’ community. The Heritage
Foundation, Dio Arts and The Sports Foundation are also
important parts of the School’s extended community.
Our students leave Diocesan with an awareness that
empowers and motivates them to be valuable,
contributing members of society for the rest of their lives.
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PASTORAL CARE
We believe that looking after your daughter’s learning
includes caring for her physical, mental and emotional,
social and spiritual well being. Pastoral care is an integral
part of the high quality learning environment we provide.
It is important for all of our students to settle well into
school life and feel part of a giving community where they
are stable, secure and make lasting friendships.
Our concept of service starts in the classroom with teachers
who are warm, effective and respectful communicators
with your daughter’s personal welfare at heart.
The pastoral care network at Diocesan also includes
counselling, health and chaplaincy services as well as
careers advice and personalised tutoring to address
students’ needs appropriately.
In our Buddy and Peer Support Programmes, Year 12
and 13 students work with Year, 7, 8 and 9 students.
They familiarise younger students with school structures
and facilities, and being a ‘special older friend’ helps our
new girls, and their parents, to quickly feel at ease.
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A NEW WORLD IN YEARS 7 TO 10
At Diocesan School for Girls we recognise that moving from Junior School to
Junior High is a big step for your daughter as she becomes a young adult.
The curriculum at Diocesan supports our philosophy of educating hearts and minds;
therefore our Year 7 to 10 Curriculum caters for your daughter’s academic and
personal development as she works through the challenging issues of adolescence.
When you send your daughter to our school, you entrust us with her care, her
education and her future. It’s a role we cherish and take very seriously.
This booklet is an overview of the wonderful choices, opportunities and support
available to girls entering Diocesan Junior High.
TRANSITIONING
At Diocesan we have the structure in place to ensure that
your daughter gets all the support and encouragement
she needs to make this transition easy and enjoyable.
of belonging to the Dio community. The School achieves
this using the Buddy and Peer Support programmes,
which foster strong links between older and younger
students. These programmes are based on the principle
that at every level and in every age group in society,
people absorb information and values from one another.
Buddy and Peer Support Programmes
Every new student is paired up with a buddy within their
Tutor Group. All Year 7, Year 9, and new Year 8 students
also have a Year 12 or Year 13 student; who will be their
friend and mentor as they settle into Junior High.
All new Year 7, 8 and 9 students and their parents meet
school year. The programmes are overseen by the year
Dean, Tutor Group Teacher, School Counsellors and the
Pastoral Care team.
ACADEMIC CURRICULUM
The academic curriculum at Junior High School not only
consolidates the basics that your daughter has learnt so
far, but also introduces a more diverse curriculum which
challenges her investigative learning and thinking.
Specialist subject teachers from Year 7 onwards ensure
that she receives the best teaching delivery and
academic support.
SUBJECT CHOICES
The core academic subjects are Arts (Music, Drama,
Visual Arts), Digital Learning, English, Health and
Physical Education, Humanities (Social Studies),
Languages, Mathematics, Technology (Food, Fabric,
Materials), Science and Religious Studies.
In Year 10, students choose three options as well as
their core subjects.
Two key points are:
Information Technology
Diocesan is committed to laptop supported learning
to ensure that students develop effective research
strategies. Year 7 students learn Keyboard and Word
Processing Skills. Year 8 students purchase their own
laptop computer to assist and enhance their learning -
computer programming is a core component of the Year
8 and 9 IT curriculum. In Year 10 the girls have the option
to study Multimedia,enhancing their communication,
evaluation, analysis and creative skills.
In 2008 we introduced the Digital Learning Lab. This
highly successful project-based course gives student the
opportunity to explore a wide range of digital technologies
within a series of authentic learning opportunities.
Languages
In Year 7 students have a wide range of language options
including French, German, Latin, Japanese, Spanish and
Te Reo Ma-ori. At the end of the year students choose
two languages that they will continue to study in Years 8
and 9. In Year 10, all students are required to continue
studying at least one language.
(Full details of the Academic Curriculum are in the
Options Book. To request a copy please contact the
School.)
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JUNIOR HIGH / YEARS 7 TO 10

2. Diocesan School for Girls is a dynamic, independent, Anglican
school for girls from new entrants to Year 13.
We encourage individual choice and the development of personalised
learning with a curriculum that enriches your daughter’s education. We
are currently taking applications at all Year levels for 2011 and beyond.
You are warmly invited to our Open Day to meet academic staff and
senior management, and have a guided tour of our school and boarding
facilities. A presentation by the Principal will be at 10.30am.
A Diocesan education offers:
• Academic Curriculum: An impressive range of subjects. Our girls
consistently achieve among the country’s highest academic results.
• Dual Educational Pathway:
• The Arts: Creative development in drama, dance, music and visual
arts is actively encouraged.
• Sports: Over 30 sporting codes for students of all abilities
and interests. Our girls have achieved many national titles.
• Scholarships: Worth 25% or 50% of school fees, these
Scholarship is also available. (Criteria apply).
Clyde Street / Epsom / Auckland
Email admissions@diocesan.school.nz
Phone +64 9 520 0221 / 0800 DIO GIRL / 0800 346 4475
Dio24/7
Thursday 10 June
9.30AM - 12 NOON
www.diocesan.school.nz
OPEN DAY
ENROL YOUR DAUGHTER NOW
FOR 2011 AND BEYOND
Founded in 1903, Diocesan School for Girls is committed to ensuring that your
daughter achieves to the best of her academic abilities. We encourage individual
choice and the development of personalised learning with a curriculum that
enriches your daughter’s education.
We are currently taking applications at all Year levels for 2011 and beyond.
You are warmly invited to our Open Day to meet academic staff and senior
management, and have a guided tour of our school and boarding facilities.
A presentation by the Principal will be at 10.30am.
A Diocesan education offers:
• Academic Curriculum: An impressive range of subjects. Our girls consistently
achieve among the country’s highest academic results.
• Dual Educational Pathway:
• The Arts: Creative development in drama, dance, music and visual arts is
actively encouraged.
• Sports: Over 30 sporting codes to students of all abilities and interests.
Our girls have achieved many national titles.
• Scholarships: Worth 25% or 50% of school fees, these are available at
(Scholarship criteria apply).
Diocesan School for Girls is a dynamic,
independent, Anglican school for girls from
new entrants to Year 13.
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Clyde Street / Epsom / Auckland
Email admissions@diocesan.school.nz
Phone +64 9 520 0221 / 0800 DIO GIRL / 0800 346 4475
Thursday 10 June
9.30AM - 12 NOONOPEN DAY
ENROL YOUR DAUGHTER NOW
FOR 2011 AND BEYOND
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Clyde Street / Epsom / www.diocesan.school.nz / 0800 DIO GIRL
Wednesday 10 March
9.30AM - 12 NOON
Saturday 20 March
10.00AM - 1.00PM
ENROLLING NOW FOR 2011 & 2012
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E D U C AT I N G H E A R T S A N D M I N D S
A copy of the School Prospectus
The Extra Curricular Guide (Year 7 to 13)
The Options Book (Year 10 to 13)
Information on
The next issue of Dio Today magazine
To arrange a time for a personal tour of the school
The Admissions Director to contact me
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DIOCESAN
SWIM SCHOOL
Many parents believe that if their children can swim 25 metres freestyle, then they will be
Diocesan Swim School
At Diocesan School for Girls Swim School we have the swimming programmes, facilities and
July Holiday Programme
SCHOOL HOLIDAY PROGRAMME
JULY 2010
THE BOARD OF GOVERNORS
EXTENDS A WARM INVITATION TO
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TO DRINKS AND DINNER
TO THANK YOU FOR YOUR SUPPORT OF DIOCESAN SCHOOL
AND CELEBRATE THE SUCCESSFUL CONCLUSION OF 2009
7:00pm, Friday 11 December 2009
82 Victoria Ave, Remuera
(Home of Hilary Poole)
RSVP
Tuesday 1 December 2009
Dorothy Church
Phone 520 9224 ext 7814
dchurch@diocesan.school.nz
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P R O U D L Y P R E S E N T S
YEAR 7 AND 8 MUSICAL
Diocesan School for Girls
Clyde Street / Epsom / Auckland 1051 / New Zealand
Generously supported by
19 OCTOBER 1.30PM
2022 OCTOBER 7.30PM
Diocesan School Hall, 75 minute show - no interval
ADULTS $20 STUDENT $15 UNDER 5’s Free
BOOK YOUR TICKETS TODAY
DIOCESAN DIRECTOR
Carmel Carroll
DIOCESAN CHOREOGRAPHER
Sheryl Orchard
DIOCESAN MUSIC DIRECTOR
Shona McIntyre-Bull
BOOKINGS
Linda Procter at the
Ph 520 0221 ext 7872
lprocter@diocesan.school.nz
Book by LYNN AHRENS and STEPHEN FLAHERTY
Co-Conceived by LYNN AHRENS, STEPHEN FLAHERTY and ERIC IDLE
Based on the Works of DR. SEUSS
by arrangement with Hal Leonard Australia Pty Ltd
Exclusive agent for Music Theatre International (NY)
Music by
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Lyrics by
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Book by LYNN AHRENS and STEPHEN FLAHERTY
Co-Conceived by LYNN AHRENS, STEPHEN FLAHERTY and ERIC IDLE
Based on the Works of DR. SEUSS
by arrangement with Hal Leonard Australia Pty Ltd
Exclusive agent for Music Theatre International (NY)
P R O U D L Y P R E S E N T S
YEAR 7 AND 8 MUSICAL
Generously supported by
19 OCTOBER 1.30PM
2022 OCTOBER 7.30PM
Diocesan School Hall, 75 minute show - no interval
ADULTS $20 STUDENT $15 UNDER 5’S Free
BOOK YOUR TICKETS
TODAY
DIRECTOR
Carmel Carroll
CHOREOGRAPHER
Sheryl Orchard
MUSIC DIRECTOR
Shona McIntyre-Bull
TICKET ORDER FORM
BOOKINGS Linda Procter at the performing Arts Centre / Ph 520 0221 ext 7872 / lprocter@diocesan.school.nz
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Adult $20
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