Frequently Asked Questions

The admissions process involves a number of stages. This could include an interview with the Admissions Team, a school visit and, for final shortlisted candidates, an interview with the Headmaster and Trustees. Applicants will be notified of the result of their scholarship application by letter.  More information is here

The main intake is at Year 7 (at the Junior Campus) and Year 9 (at the Senior Campus) with limited spaces available at other year levels.

Student scholarships are formally reviewed if students do not meet the expectations around behaviour and effort. 

Junior scholarships will be awarded for two years and will be reviewed at the end of Year 8. Consideration will then be given to which students will be offered a place at the Dilworth Senior Campus for Year 9 and beyond.

Please note that the Dilworth Senior Campus is a boarding school however from 2026 limited day school places will be offered at Year 9. The decision to renew scholarships will be at the discretion of the Dilworth Trust Board. 

Students and caregivers must reapply before the student will be granted entry into Year 13.

A family’s financial circumstances are just one of a number of considerations we take into account when determining if Dilworth School is the right fit for the student. We also understand that the rising cost of living in New Zealand, particularly in Auckland, can be very challenging for families with children, despite their annual income.

The online application form includes guidance on how to apply and details about what information is required to support an application.

All students at Dilworth receive a full scholarship that covers fees, boarding, books, and stationery, uniforms, music tuition and outdoor education. The scholarships do not cover activities that are not part of the regular school programme unless stated.

Years 7-10 students are given the option to board or be a day student. Boarding is compulsory at Years 11 - 13. Students return home for weekends and holiday periods, however, students whose families reside outside of Auckland may be eligible to remain at school during term time weekends.

Due to the large number of applications received for each year level and the relatively small number of places there is the possibility of students being placed on a waitlist.

Applicants and candidates must be New Zealand citizens or have permanent residency status and be resident in New Zealand. An applicant must be the legal guardian of the candidate.

No. It is however a requirement that all students are educated and participate in the Anglican traditions of the Christian faith at school. 

All applications are managed by the Dilworth Trust Board Admissions Team - 09 523 4887 or email admissions@dilworth.org.nz