Wakatipu High School

Our goal is to provide opportunities for all students to develop to their full potential by discovering and building on their strengths. Many of our students gain entrance to university along with a range of other qualifications.

With 700 students, Wakatipu High School is a safe and supportive environment. Staff know most students by name and students can develop a strong sense of individual identity. At the same time, the school is large enough to provide a comprehensive specialist curriculum for senior students and support for numerous extramural activities and sports.

Achievements

On top of their academic achievements, Wakatipu High School students have:

• for the past two years won the prestigious regional Smoke-free Stage Challenge. This has involved students writing, designing, choreographing, and producing a major dramatic performance.
• For the past eight years, gained distinction and scholarship awards from the 40 Hour Famine organisers for outstanding contribution to this international aid fundraising programme.
• Formed New Zealand's top ski-race team.

Facilities

The school has excellent facilities: modern buildings include science laboratories, computer suites with full internet connection, engineering workshops, library, drama auditorium and many other specialist rooms in addition to more traditional classrooms. Sports facilities include a heated indoor swimming pool, large gymnasium room, rock climbing wall, six outdoor tennis and netball courts, and grassed sports fields.

Queenstown's wonderful environment sets the scene for Wakatipu High School's unique outdoor recreation programme. This allows students to develop strengths in a range of sporting and cultural activities.

ESOL English

An excellent ESOL programme includes two hours each day, small classes, three levels and international Pitmans, IELTS and TOEFL qualifications.

Pastoral Care and Homestay

We are dedicated to providing high quality pastoral care and homestay support. Our full-time programme Director supervises all aspects.

Teachers

Queenstown is the most beautiful location in New Zealand and attracts excellent, multi-talented and motivated teachers who combine as a strong staff team.

Students

Wakatipu High School has culturally diverse and talented students with a high degree of individual spirit and a broad view of the world and its opportunities.

All students who attend Wakatipu High School have the opportunity to reach their full academic, physical and social potential in a positive and caring environment.