OUR STUDENTS

Growing student leadership is a key focus for our senior students. Senior students are provided with opportunities to:

• Lead in areas of strength such as gardening, sport, and technology.

• Lead school activities such as running assemblies and whānau groups. 

• Showing leadership skills in the playground with peers of all ages. 

Our Year 7 and 8 programme is thoughtfully designed to be future-focused, preparing our graduates to be ready for whatever paths they choose. Our careers and aspirations programme stands out, featuring visits from vocational experts who lead hands-on sessions, as well as trips to workplaces and tertiary institutions for real-world experience. We aim for our students to leave as confident, reflective learners who appreciate cultural diversity, contribute positively to their communities, and embody a strong sense of citizenship. In 2025, all of the year 5 to 8 students have the opportunity to join the William Pike Challenge. You can read more about the challenge here.

Our junior school learners thrive in a nurturing environment that offers plenty of personalised attention.  Each child's learning programme is based on their personal strengths and needs. Their structured reading programme helps young learners build strong foundational reading skills, while a balanced approach to learning includes a mix of core subjects, hands-on creativity, and formalised tasks. Maths learning focuses on applying their learning to real life situations. With a flexible classroom setup, students have space to explore hands on learning tasks alongside structured learning. They are encouraged to consider what they see and experience, helping them connect learning to the world around them in meaningful ways.