Onslow College - coeducational High School in Wellington New Zealand

Manaakitanga

We nurture and treat each other with respect and generosity.

Pursuing Growth

We strive to grow and achieve together, to consistently pursue our goals with determination, and to value life-long learning.

Whanaungatanga

We value and grow relationships. We take the time to know each other and work to make sure that everyone can feel safe and thrive.

Valuing Diversity

We are inclusive and respectful of all the many ways of being that make us who we are as unique individuals and as a community.

Kaitiakitanga

We recognise our responsibilities to protect and look after our environments and the things that we value to support our own and our community’s wellbeing.

Principal's Message

Nau Mai Haere Mai,

As Principal of Onslow College, I am delighted to extend a warm welcome to our community. Onslow College prides itself on providing an exceptional educational environment, where every student is empowered to achieve their full potential and grow into confident, and valued members of Aotearoa, New Zealand.

Our school is built upon a strong set of values that are the foundation of everything we do:

Manaakitanga
Pursuing Growth
Whanaungatanga
Valuing Diversity
Kaitiakitanga

These values underpin our commitment to both academic excellence and holistic development. While we are proud to be consistently ranked among the top schools in New Zealand for academic achievement, we also celebrate the invaluable learning that occurs beyond the classroom. Our extensive pastoral care network, coupled with a wide range of sporting and cultural activities, ensures that students have every opportunity to develop their individual strengths and identities.

News

Show Quest 2022

June 13, 2022

Abby Holdaway, a year 13 student at Onslow, wrote the following piece about ShowQuest 2022: “This year Onslow College participated in the 2022 National Showquest Competition. Schools across the country put together performances to be filmed and judged under numerous categories. Our creative dance students here at Onslow put together a beautiful performance under the…

Pink Shirt Day

June 7, 2022

Pink Shirt Day By Lucy Smith On Friday the 20th of May 2022, Aotearoa was asked to Kōrero Mia, Kōrero Atu, Mauri Tu, Mauri Ora – Speak Up, Stand Together, Stop Bullying. Pink Shirt Day started in Canada in 2007 when two students took a stand against homophobic bullying and harassment that was taking place…

International Food Fair