Academic Excellence
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At St Andrew’s College, we embark on a journey of academic excellence, fostering a vibrant learning community where students are empowered to achieve their highest potential.
Reaching their full potential
Every aspect of life at St Andrew’s is geared towards helping students reach their full academic potential and become lifelong learners. Our Secondary School students consistently achieve well above the national average in NCEA and Scholarship examinations, regularly achieving Top Scholar Scholarship Awards, recognising them achieving the top mark in the country for their subject.
Our academic results (as of 20 January 2026)
Of students gained NCEA at Level 1 in 2025
Of students gained NCEA at Level 2 in 2025
Of students gained NCEA at Level 3 in 2025
Students received an Excellence endorsement in 2025
Of students gained University Entrance in 2025
NZQA Scholarships awarded in 2024
Dynamic learning environments
St Andrew's College is renowned for its commitment to academic excellence. Starting in the Preparatory School and carrying through to our Secondary School, we have cultivated a dynamic learning environment where students are encouraged to explore their intellectual curiosity and reach their full potential. Our dedicated teachers employ innovative teaching methodologies, fostering critical thinking and a love for learning.
Students at St Andrew's are regularly recognised for their academic achievements, including ICAS examinations, Future Problem Solving, Australian Mathematics Competition, Creative Writing and Speech competitions, and Cantamath, reflecting the school's commitment to nurturing well-rounded, intellectually curious individuals who are prepared to excel in higher education and beyond.
"Academically, our son has achieved truly amazing results. The support and systems St Andrew’s College has in place to help students succeed are incredible. Our son is now applying for university, something we would never have thought possible without the phenomenal support from the teachers, tutors and staff."
Past Parent
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