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
Sports
Performing Arts
Science
Outdoor Education
Technology
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.
“Waimea College provides a wide range of learning opportunities, as well as extra-curricular activities. Whether it’s Academics, Sports or Arts, Waimea College has it all.”
Hayden, Year 12
“What I love about Waimea College is the sense of belonging. I come to school every day feeling proud and part of something. I am guided by kind and supportive staff and boosted by other students. The school culture is a very significant component of Waimea, and something I will cherish forever.”
Isla, Year 11
