In the Classroom

Senior College

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In the Senior College we regard students as unique young adults who are developing social responsibility and preparing for life after school. Our purpose-built Rentoul Senior College Centre reflects that philosophy. It includes a common room, café, lecture theatre, study areas, computer pod and personal storage lockers.

The core Senior College academic curriculum is comprehensive. It is complemented by a huge variety of interesting subject options. Our programmes of study support the NCEA qualification framework. Talented and dedicated teachers, tutors, peer support leaders and study advisers from outside St Andrew’s are available to help you achieve at the highest level possible in your course work and external NCEA examinations.

St Andrew’s College students consistently achieve well above the national average in NCEA at all levels, and in the attainment of NCEA Merit and Excellence endorsements. There are many initiatives to encourage and reward academic success, including Academic Colours and Academic 30s certificates for our top NCEA performers.

At the end of your time at St Andrew’s, having met your academic, co-curricular, spiritual and service commitments, you will be awarded the prestigious Senior College Diploma. This, along with a personal profile written by a staff member of your choice, will be an excellent addition to your CV.

2013 Curriculum Book

Please download a curriculum book from the sidebar on the left.

From The Rector

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As I reflect back on another busy term, I am once again amazed at the variety of events and activities that we have managed to pack into eleven weeks.  Once again, there have been many reasons to celebrate, and successes to acknowledge.

Events have included Swimming and Athletics Sports Days, Founders’ Day, Governor-General’s Dinner, Boarding House Opening, Open Days and the creation of our very own ‘Lip Dub’, This is Us – all opportunities to enjoy our special StAC spirit and showcase some of our outstanding student talent.  Thank you to parents, PTA, Old Collegians and Board members who joined in on these occasions.

Let us show you around...

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If you missed our Open Days book at guided tour with us at a time that suits you. Our tours are personalised to suit your needs and give you every opportunity to see our students in action in the classroom. A guided tour gives you the opportunity to talk at length and in depth about the College programmes.

Chapel Update

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The College is ready to embark on rebuilding its Memorial Chapel which was badly damaged in the 2011 earthquakes. The Chapel is a significant facility that services the large St Andrew’s community which has a strong emotional connection to the present building. After a robust consultation process the decision has been made to deconstruct the existing Chapel and build a larger Chapel able to meet the College’s future needs.

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