The new amalgamated (AorakiNet and Cantatech) cluster for rural Canterbury.  

Akaroa Area School is a composite school of 130 students in Akaroa, on Banks Peninsula

Amuri Area School is a rural state co-educational school on School Road in Culverden, 98km north-west of Christchurch on the Lewis Pass Highway. It is 30 minutes drive from Hanmer Springs and 60 minutes drive from Christchurch.

The school’s catchment area is from the Hurunui River in the south to the Waiau River in the north, Lowry Peaks in the east and Culverden range/Leslie Hills to the west. The school is one of 34 truly rural Area Schools in New Zealand providing education for students from Year 0 to Year 13 and currently has a roll of 278 students made up of 78 Year 1-6 and 200 Year 7-13.

Schools in Hanmer Springs (Year 1-8), Waiau (Years 1-6) and Rotherham (Years 1-6) provide primary education in these areas and students generally come to Amuri for their senior years.

Cheviot Area School is a modern, co-educational school with a long history of academic, sporting and cultural excellence. With approximately 180 students, Cheviot Area School offers a wide range of subjects as part of a strong academic programme.

Set in just over three and a half hectares of majestic trees, wide lawns and beautiful gardens, Craighead provides a unique learning environment. 

Craighead is an integrated Anglican day and boarding school with an established reputation for excellence. The school has a roll of 350, with quality education offered from Years 7 to 13.

Ours is a school where every girl is valued and extended, and the notion of community is cherished.

The school is dynamic and appreciates diversity. Each student is encouraged to take responsibility for learning and to take appropriate risks in the learning process.

Staff assist students to become thoughtful and considerate people who are independent, resourceful and critically aware, yet assertive in a tactful and charming manner.

Small classes ensure that each girl is treated in an individual and supportive manner.

Our learning environment offers each girl the opportunity to fulfil her potential in a range of academic, cultural, personal and sporting programmes. We are justifiably proud of our students and their achievements

Parents are very supportive of the school and share our high expectations for their daughters.

Darfield High is located in a beautiful, safe environment near ski-fields, lakes and forests. It is 40 km from Christchurch city and its international airport. The school has high academic standards, with friendly, well-qualified staff.

Places are available for International students from Year 7 - 13 (ages 11 - 18+). We offer a wide range of subjects at senior levels (Years 11 - 13). We also have excellent ESOL programmes to meet individual needs.
Darfield High School was a finalist in TradeNZ "The Services Exporter of the Year Award" in 2000.

Geraldine High School students are friendly, polite, fun-loving and caring. They work hard to achieve their best in a wide range of subjects, and are stars in sport, music and performance. Our NCEA results are consistently comparable with other decile 8 schools in New Zealand. Our vertical form structure supports relationships, mentoring and achievement of personal goals. Student voice helps to direct our school, through student leadership and council.

Students enjoy a vast range of activities and opportunities, including outdoor education camps and field trips, academic competitions, annual school productions, sports exchanges and visiting speakers. We value our bi-cultural heritage, with kapa haka and a growing Maori student support network. Young people with special learning needs are nurtured, and educated for independent living. And we ensure time for students to have plenty of fun in their learning and in their daily lives at school.

Our staff are highly qualified and experienced, with total commitment to the academic and personal achievements of all students. As members of this community, staff know the students and families well, and share their aspirations for the future. 

Our school boasts fine facilities and resources, with well-appointed buildings set on nearly 5 hectares alongside the beautiful Waihi River. There are enormous fields for sport and enjoyment, surrounded by trees, and we have an Outdoor Pursuits Ropes Course at our backdoor. Not only this, but the mountains, lakes, rivers and cities of the central South Island are our playground.

Geraldine High School serves the children and families in this welcoming rural community with pride. We value close relationships with contributing primary schools, local businesses, and other educational facilities. We have an experienced and committed Board of Trustees and an active Parent Teacher Association.

Hurunui College is an Area School situated in Hawarden, one and a half hours north of Christchurch.

Our school is a small, rural high school where our core values, and especially our pinnacle value of Excellence, are reflected in our actions, relationships and our aspirations, by our students, as well as our teachers. We have an enthusiastic and capable staff that work together to build the school we all want, and which our students and community deserve.

Established in 1971, Kaikoura High School is a co-educational Year 7-13 school that offers a wide range of academic and non-academic courses in the senior school, with the aim of preparing students either for meaningful employment when they leave school, or further training or tertiary education. We aim to offer our students opportunities to become well rounded, knowledgeable and capable young adults who are culturally sensitive and who will contribute to the bi-cultural community of Kaikoura.

Noo reira e Kaokaonui, e Kaokaoroa, huri noa, teenaa koutou katoa. On behalf of the staff and our students, I extend a warm invitation to you to visit our school at Rorrisons Road in Kaikoura.

Situated in the South Canterbury town of Fairlie, Mackenzie College is a small, rural year 7-13 school of approximately 200 students.

It is situated in one of the finest physical environments in the world, with spectacular mountain views, rivers, lakes and rolling farmland all on your doorstep.

Part of a thriving rural community, college life offers students the opportunity to excel in all aspects of education; from the classroom to the sports field, from culture to technology, all in an environment that encourages students to strive to realise their academic potential, to enjoy learning and to develop into impressive young adults.

Enjoy the 'search' to find out more about the school we are proud of

Marian College is a Catholic Integrated school for girls that combines high academic standards and a progressive approach to modern education with a genuine commitment to the values inherent in the traditions of two important orders of religious, the Sisters of St Joseph of the Sacred Heart and the Sisters of Mercy.

Welcome to the Mount Hutt College website. Mount Hutt College is a school which encourages its students to strive to be the very best they can be in all aspects of life. It encourages them to value learning, to be excellent citizens of the world and to see themselves as positive contributors to their community.

P Passion for learning

R Respect for people, property and values

I Integrity

D Acceptance of Diversity

E Excellence for all

We are very proactive as a school at ensuring that we look for all opportunities to enhance opportunities for our students.

In 2008 and 2009 we were part of the Extending High Standards Across Schools (EHSAS) initiative, funded by the Ministry of Education. We were part of a collaborative cluster of 7 Canterbury schools. This project was aimed at raising achievement for all students.

In 2010 we are very excited to have been awarded an Information Technology (ICT) professional development contract to allow us to enhance the use of ICT in our teaching programmes. We are joining with Mountainview High School and Roncalli College in Timaru for this 3 year project. This is another Ministry of Education funded contract.

Opihi College is an innovative, co-educational Year 7 to 13 school situated in Temuka, Aoraki, South Canterbury

The change of our school name from Temuka High School to Opihi College is a reflection of the beginning of a new era for our school. The literal translation of the name 'Opihi' - to spring forth, is symbolic of the many developments within our school.

We provide a positive learning environment in which all students can achieve success with respect for themselves and others.

We are confident that you will enjoy being part of our school community, should you wish to join us. Opihi College is an ideal size in that it is big enough to offer a wide range of learning opportunities, yet small enough for students to be known by staff and their needs quickly recognised.

A family atmosphere and a safe, supportive environment encourage students to perform to their potential.

We promote sound country values, whilst delivering a world class education.

Whatever their abilities or interests, when students eventually leave our school as young adults, we envisage that we send them out into the community confident and well prepared for the future.

As a school we are excited to be part of many educational developments and innovations. If you wish to know more about our school, please contact the office to arrange a visit to view our fine facilities and to discuss your child's needs on a personal level.

We look forward to a successful partnership.

Oxford Area School is a rural school in a rural community educating students from Year 1-13.

At Oxford Area School, we cater for students at primary (Y1-6), intermediate (Y7-8) and secondary (Y9-13) levels and are committed to providing

• Quality teaching which inspires students to enjoy their learning and achieve to their potential.
• Close and positive relationships between the school, home and community
• A range of experiences and resources to students
• Identification of the range of needs of students and ensuring they are being met
• A culture of excellence, innovation and creativity

To read more about our school, please view the About our School pages.

A state integrated school, offers a comprehensive education to all years of compulsory education ~ Years 1 – 13.

Non-denominational and evangelical in nature with over 35 Christian congregations represented.

Where all the teaching and support staff employed are committed Christians, dedicated to the ministry of Christian education in our nation.

Which at both primary and secondary levels gives a distinctively Christian value based alternative that parents and caregivers can choose over the secular education offered by local state schools.

Incorporating into everything that is taught, a Christian worldview based firmly on the Bible both as the source of truth and the unifying factor which gives perspective and meaning to all learning.

Roncalli College is a Catholic college of approximately 400 students. We have high expectations and high levels of achievement in all aspects of school life - academic, sporting, cultural and social. Approximately 80% of our students continue to tertiary education on leaving school.

Special Character

• Gospel values as seen in Jesus Christ
• Traditions of service, concern for the poor, underprivileged and disadvantaged
• Co-educational, which adds a richness and balance to learning

As a Catholic College we are proud of the culture that is evident at Roncalli. Roncalli is the family name of Pope John XXIII. He steered the church on a path of renewal.

The Setting

The College is located in Timaru, a town of 28,000 less than two hours drive from the international airport of Christchurch and 2 hours north of Dunedin.

Facilities

The College is set in 3.1 hectares of grounds. The most recent facilities are a gymnasium (completed in 1998) and a new technology complex completed in 2002. Within the immediate vicinity there is access to squash courts, a covered swimming pool and our near neighbours the Aoraki Polytechnic.

Academic Programmes

The College emphasizes a broad based programme in academic subjects. These include English, Mathematics, Science, Social Studies, Economics, Music, Physical Education and Technology. Many students also study a range of other subjects such as Art, Hospitality and career-based options.

Welcome to Timaru Boys' High School and its extended community of students, staff, old boys and parents. We trust your association with the school is rewarding. The aim at Timaru Boys' is to provide the education best suited to the needs of students and the community that we serve.

We stress the importance of an academic curriculum supported by all the important sporting, cultural and social aspects of education.

At Timaru Boys' we aim to prepare our students for future tertiary and vocational opportunities and to provide them with the necessary qualifications, life skills and knowledge to succeed in their chosen careers. "We look forward to sharing the experience with you

Our Mission Statement

Timaru Girls’ High School, with pride in its history and traditions, provides an innovative education which encourages individual excellence in all fields of endeavour, and develops confident, caring, well educated, young women, within a safe and supportive environment.

Our Values

We value individual achievement, creativity and personal excellence. We believe it is best achieved within a single sex environment where learning styles specific to girls are understood and best catered for.

Our curriculum offers a wide variety of achievement opportunities and we encourage participation in a diverse range of cultural, sporting and service activities.

Our learning and teaching programmes support positive outcomes for our girls. We expect them to work hard to achieve to their potential.

We value the partnership between school, students, their families and the wider community towards better achievement for all.

We are lucky in that our school is set in attractive and mature grounds.

I invite you to explore our website and enjoy what you see – Timaru Girls’ High School is an excellent school.

Twizel Area School is located near Mt Cook and Lake Pukaki, in the South Island of New Zealand. The school caters for students of both sexes from age 5 up to age 18. Our school’s purpose is to help all students achieve to the best of their individual abilities, to enjoy success in learning and school life, and to grow up as responsible, motivated and confident young people. This is what we aim to achieve in our daily work. To assist us achieve this, we have become committed to the Quality Schools philosophy, which is aimed at fostering self motivation and self management in a non-coercive environment. Students are taught to take responsibility for their own behaviour and learning. This development has had a very positive effect on the school culture and climate since we first began to work with these ideas in 1997.

Waimate High School has proudly served the Waimate area of South Canterbury, New Zealand since 1929. At Easter weekend, 2004 the school celebrated its 75th Jubilee.

In the past 75+ years we have built up a very fine record of academic, cultural and sporting achievements. Many of our ex-students have left our community and are now living and working in many different countries around the world. Most still keep in contact with their  "old school".

Today, we are a decile 4 school of 385 Year 7 to 13 students.

Waitaki Girls' High School is a state secondary school for girls founded in 1887 and located in Oamaru in the South Island of New Zealand.  We have a roll of about 430 girls including a good number of international students.