Boarders are housed in two dormitory buildings on the Longburn Adventist College
Campus. The girls’ and boys’ dormitories accommodate students in double (shared) and single rooms. The cafeteria, which includes a fully equipped industrial kitchen, is located in a separate building within walking distance of the dormitories. Within the cafeteria building, is the dining room and multipurpose/lounge area.
Other student facilities for the Longburn Adventist College boarders include a tennis court, basketball court, athletics ground, and access to the LAC gym and music suite. There is a covered area for storage of bicycles.
Annual Boarding Fee Details
- Uniform Fee $600 /year
This is an estimated base rate to cover uniform cost. Additional items over the value of $600 will incur an extra cost. Second hand uniforms are available from LAC Reception.
- Accommodation Fee $6,300 /year
Room, electricity, water, laundry, amenities and supplies, and facility maintenance, 24-hour Boarding Dean care and study supervision
- Meals Fee $5,650 /year
Boarders are provided with an abundant supply of well-balanced vegetarian food. The catering team is able to provide for different dietary requirements and boarders are able to request meal options. This fee is reduced by $500 for 5 day boarders.
- Activities Fee $200 /year
Boarding includes a range of activities during the week and on weekends. Activities may be in-house boarding events or be connected with the school or local church. Some activities may have extra charges. Examples of such activities are ski trips and international service trips.
Room Maintenance Fee $210 /yearNo room deposit required. The fee covers general maintenance in the dormitories e.g. door handles, mirrors, lights and other minor repairs.
- Local Travel Fee $500 /year
This fee covers travel to medical appointments, Thursday & Sunday shopping trips, small group and individual appointments, local bus / train / airport travel arrangements, local sporting events and competitions.
Payment Options:
Boarders’ fees require an up-front NZ$1,000 deposit. The remainder may be paid up-front or by instalments.
All instalments must be finalised by the end of the academic school year.