Proven academic results, a supportive environment and exceptional teachers ensure that every child receives the very best education and experience at Ellesmere College-Te Kāreti o Waihora.
We are a small, rural school where every staff member and student alike know and support one another. We offer students a full curriculum, alongside a broad range of extra-curricular activities, to support well-rounded student development.
Wednesday – 31st Jan – Year 13 Big Day Out – Year 13 students take part in a number of activities – no other students at school
Thursday – 1st Feb – Year 7 Fun day – Buses start running today – Normal school day for Year 7 students (8.55am-3.10pn) with fun activities to get to know the College, staff and other Year 7 students. Students should wear the PE uniform to school and bring:
- a hat
- waterbottle
- food (canteen will not be open)
- sunscreen
- device (laptop or Chromebook)
Year 7 students do not attend school again until Wednesday 7th Feb.
Friday – 2nd Feb – Year 8-10 – 8.55am-12.00pm – Year 8-10 students attend school wearing the correct school uniform
Monday – 5th Feb – Year 11-13 – 9.30am-12.40pm – Year 11-12 students attend school wearing the correct school uniform
Wednesday – 7th Feb – Normal School Day – All students attend school as normal
8.55am – Students go to Check & Connect
9.15am – Mihi Whakatau to welcome new students and staff – parents/whānau very welcome to attend