Scholarship Applications

Following the wonderfully generous donation to Garin College from Nancy May Black (known as Twinkle to most) the College is privileged to announce the availability of a number of scholarships for the 2025 academic year.

Applications are encouraged from those existing Garin students who are able to demonstrate outstanding potential in academic, sporting, cultural, leadership and faith-based activities.

Due to the increasing cost of living and financial demands placed on families, we want to ensure the scholarship fund provides financial support to the many families needing it to enable their child to access an education at Garin College – this was very much Nancy Black’s heart and intention as the fund’s benefactor. In supporting her wishes, the scholarship will have a focus on supporting students in financial need to attend Garin.

Please note. Scholarship funds are to enable a student to attend Garin College and to access curriculum related aspects; monies awarded must be allocated to expenses such as: assistance with transport (bus fees), uniform, Attendance Dues (ADW) fee, school donations, camp donations.

Criteria

Applications are invited from new students to Garin College who meet the normal entrance requirements and existing students currently demonstrating outstanding performance in a relevant discipline.

• Applicants must be a New Zealand citizen or permanent resident.
• Applications must be accompanied by copies of recent school reports, results and certificates. A copy of the Students NZ Birth Certificate or current passport showing NZ permanent residency is required.
• Scholarship holders will be expected to participate in the wider life of Garin College including sports, arts and service and to represent Garin at relevant events and competitions.
• Scholarships are reviewed by the college Principal mid-year and at the end of each year with the cancellation of a scholarship possible if the agreed goals for the year have not been met.

Catholic Character Scholarships

Are available for existing Garin students who with their family actively participate in their local Catholic parish. Successful applicants will be expected to demonstrate their commitment to the Catholic ethos and service at Garin through their leadership and involvement in activities on campus and in the wider Catholic community. The scholarship can be used to cover fees at the College including uniform, curricular donations, associated learning and the Attendance Dues (ADW) fee. Consideration will also be given to a percentage of Boarding Fees where applicable.

Academic Scholarships

Are available to top achieving existing Garin students who demonstrate outstanding academic potential. Successful applicants will be expected to be involved in the wider life of the college through service, sport, the arts or leadership. The scholarship can be used to cover fees at the College including uniform, curricular donations, associated learning and the Attendance Dues (ADW) fee. Consideration will also be given to a percentage of Boarding Fees where applicable.

Sporting Scholarships

Are available to elite existing Garin athletes who have been selected for a representative team or who have had outstanding success as an individual at regional or national level. Successful applicants will be expected to be fully involved in Garin sports programmes or teams demonstrating a commitment to both their individual sport and the wider sporting culture within the college. The scholarship can be used to cover fees at the College including uniform, curricular donations, associated learning and the Attendance Dues (ADW) fee. Consideration will also be given to a percentage of Boarding Fees where applicable.

Arts and Performing Arts Scholarships

Are available to existing Garin applicants who can demonstrate exceptional potential in their chosen discipline. Successful applicants will be expected to be involved in Garin cultural and/or musical programmes including representing Garin in competitions and exhibitions. The applicant’s work ethic must extend across their academic studies and will demonstrate ability to self-manage time and commitment. The scholarship can be used to cover fees at the College including uniform, curricular donations, associated learning and the Attendance Dues (ADW) fee. Consideration will also be given to a percentage of Boarding Fees where applicable.

Garin Financial Scholarships

Are available to all applicants whose family for financial reasons would otherwise be unable to meet the costs of attending Garin College. Financial need is a pre-requisite for these scholarships and evidence of this will be required. The scholarship may cover regular attendance fees at the College including uniform, curricular donations, associated learning and the Attendance Dues (ADW) fee.

Hostel and Financial Boarding

Are available to applicants whose family for financial reasons would otherwise be unable to meet the costs of attending the Garin College Hostel. Financial need is a pre-requisite for this scholarship and evidence of this will be required. This scholarship fund is to cover hostel and uniform costs only.

St Peter Chanel and Parklands School

Motueka Scholarships are available for pupils currently attending these schools (one scholarship for each school). The scholarship can be used to cover fees at the College including uniform, curricular donations, associated learning and the Attendance Dues (ADW) fee.

These scholarships will be awarded using information provided with the application and possibly an interview.

Scholarships are awarded on an annual basis and may be renewed on application.

For further information, please contact Andrea Colley, Ph 543 9488 or email principals-ea@garincollege.nz

All applications must be submitted by closing date above.