
Your Place to Excel
Welcome to your place
Nau mai ki tō kāinga ako
At Waimea College we work hard to place our students at the centre of everything we do. Our co-educational college has all the advantages that come with being one of the South Island’s largest secondary schools, yet we offer the warmth and encouragement of a small school.

So many opportunities to learn

Become the best version of you
Become the best version of you

Where you belong


International
At Waimea College we are proud of our richly diverse student body and we warmly welcome international students from around the world.

Community Education
Waimea College Adult and Community Education aims to offer a wide range of interesting, educational, fun and affordable courses to members of our community.
The outdoor classroom
In close proximity to three National Parks, our region is an adventure-seekers’ paradise. It provides an incredible classroom for all students to experience exhilarating outdoor activities through our extensive Outdoor Education programme.


“There are many opportunities to get involved in a variety of sports and excel in your chosen sport. At Waimea College you can choose from a large range of sports, extra-curricular or other areas that interest you.”
Hayden, Year 11

“Waimea College has a supportive and encouraging atmosphere, where students have a sense of belonging. Help is always available and there is an unspoken code between us: We always look out for each other.”
Cassie, Year 12
