Contact Us

Our International Student office is open 8am - 4:30pm, Monday to Friday. Students can come into the international office before school, during interval, during lunch time or after school for help with homestay, visas and immigration, insurance, extending their study period, finding activities to do outside of school time, taking trips around New Zealand, or anything else they need help with. If students have questions or concerns about their academic choices, they can see the international deans.

To contact the international department, please call (+64 9) 477 0150 (press 1 for the international department) or email the relevant person using the contact details below.

Rangitoto College International Team

Lynda Lidgard

Director of International Students

Lynda leads the International Team with a focus on strategic management and student wellbeing. She travels globally to market and meet with new and existing educational agents, fostering the relationships that bring a diverse range of students to Rangitoto College. Lynda is dedicated to ensuring every student is supported and successful throughout their New Zealand journey.

T: +64 (09) 4770150 extension 665

E: [email protected]

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Vanesa Pearce

International Manager

Vanesa oversees the student application process and supervises the accommodation office to ensure a high standard of care. She travels overseas to market the school and provides dedicated support and resources to our global network of educational agents. Vanesa works closely with our partners to help prospective families navigate the enrolment process seamlessly.

T: +64 (09) 4770150 extension 660

E: [email protected]

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Victoria Craven

Student Services Coordinator

Victoria is the first port of call for students, providing support and general advice to ensure they feel welcome and informed. She manages student onboarding and departure processes, ensuring all international student data aligns with Ministry of Education requirements. Victoria also coordinates the Term 4 Alternative Programme for senior students, maintains the international website and social media.

T: +64 (09) 4770150 extension 661

E: [email protected]

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Chantal Burnie

International Finance Officer

Chantal manages the financial administration for international enrolments, including issuing the Offers of Place, invoices, and receipts. She also oversees student insurance, providing support with policy inquiries, claims, and reimbursements to ensure students are well-covered during their stay.

T: +64 (09) 4770150 extension 662

E: [email protected]

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Anna Leech

Accommodation Coordinator

Anna collaborates with new and established host families to ensure seamless student placements and a supportive home environment. She conducts regular student interviews to monitor wellbeing and assists with advice on booking day trips and school-break tours through approved external providers, helping students safely experience the best of New Zealand.

T: +64 (09) 4770150 extension 668

E: [email protected]

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Victoria Hitchens

Accommodation Coordinator

Victoria collaborates with new and established host families to ensure seamless student placements and a supportive home environment. She conducts regular student interviews to monitor wellbeing and assists with advice on booking day trips and school-break tours through approved external providers, helping students safely experience the best of New Zealand.

T: +64 (09) 4770150 extension 664

E: [email protected]

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Raewyn Nutsford

International Student Dean (Yrs 12 & 13)

Raewyn manages academic pathways for senior students, overseeing subject selection and timetable coordination. She provides dedicated pastoral care and academic guidance to ensure our Year 12 and 13 students are well-supported as they work toward their tertiary goals.

T: +64 (09) 4770150 extension 916

E: [email protected]

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Ye Sul Kim

International Student Dean (Yrs 9, 10 & 11)

Ye Sul is responsible for the academic and pastoral wellbeing of our junior and mid-school students. She assists with subject choices and timetable coordination, providing a supportive environment to help students in Years 9, 10, and 11 successfully transition into the New Zealand school system.

T: +64 (09) 4770150 extension 701

E: [email protected]

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Julie Strang

Deputy Principal for International Students

Julie provides senior leadership and strategic oversight academically. She works closely with the team to ensure every student is supported in achieving their full academic potential at Rangitoto College.

T: +64 (09) 4770150 extension 605

E: [email protected]

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Ivy Lin

Chinese First Language Support

Ivy offers dedicated first-language guidance for our Chinese students. She conducts student interviews and provides translation support to ensure students and their families feel connected and supported within the Rangitoto College community.

T: +64 (09) 4770150 extension 659

E: [email protected]

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Leah Kim

Korean First Language Support

Leah offers dedicated first-language guidance for our Korean students. She conducts student interviews and provides translation support to ensure students and their families feel connected and supported within the Rangitoto College community.

T: +64 (09) 4770150 extension 663

E: [email protected]

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