William Colenso College

Summary

ASPIRE, ACT, ACHIEVE

WAWATATIA, MAHIA, EKEA

We prepare students for success in a learning environment which values student contribution as individuals,and celebrates diversity.

William Colenso College is a modern and progressive school with a rich tradition of providing high quality academic, cultural and sporting opportunities. We are a co-educational secondary school for years 7 – 13 students. Our school is separated into two distinctive areas, Middle School and Senior School.

We take pride in being Napier city’s co-educational college and middle school. We have a healthy learning atmosphere, which encourages collaboration between boys and girls. This in turn develops self-confidence in students so that they feel comfortable sharing their ideas and opinions in any situation, which prepares them to excel in life after school.

MIDDLE SCHOOL (YEARS 7-9)

The Middle School Philosophy is based on an acknowledgement that emerging adolescents are at a pivotal developmental stage and have specific needs. Our Middle School creates a responsive and appropriate experience for this age group.

SENIOR SCHOOL (YEARS 10-13)

The Senior School focuses on providing a wide range of academic, practical, cultural and sporting opportunities. Not only will these lead to qualifications (NCEA) but also to a real sense of achievement and enhanced self-esteem.

Our staff are renowned for being friendly and positive. We pride ourselves on being highly professional and are constantly reflecting, and looking at ways to improve our performance.