
Life is Co-ed
He Kura te Irahuhua
At St Andrew's College, boys and girls engage in collaborative learning, which fosters confidence, communication skills, and social interaction essential for real-world success and future leadership roles. This co-educational environment cultivates a positive self-image, preparing students for post-secondary education and the workforce.
Learning together
Research suggests that co-education not only breaks down gender stereotypes, but also provides a realistic foundation for building meaningful relationships and expanding diverse networks, promoting open-mindedness and well-rounded individuals.
In this dynamic setting, students benefit intellectually from diverse perspectives, develop socially through interaction with the opposite gender, and gain the confidence to express their views. Co-education is viewed as a realistic approach to preparing young people for active participation in a broader community, ensuring they have the skills and mindset to navigate a world where collaboration, understanding, and inclusivity are paramount.

We live in a co-ed world – let’s learn in one too.
Key benefits of co-education
Consistently high academic results
It's often assumed that single-sex schools enhance academic performance by eliminating opposite-sex distractions and tailoring learning to gender. However, this overlooks the crucial emotional intelligence development missed when students are isolated. Co-ed classrooms foster balanced behaviour and negate oversimplified gender learning differences. Effective teaching, not segregation, addresses diverse learning needs.
