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:
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Manaakitanga
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Pursuing Growth
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Whanaungatanga
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Valuing Diversity
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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
Hillary Outdoors Get2Go Final – OC Adventure Racing Team
A massive congratulations to our junior Adventure Racing team. They have spent this week in Tongariro competing against teams across Aotearoa in the Hillary Outdoors Get2Go final. The team won the Wellington regional event and have been honing their mountain biking, orienteering, paddling, climbing and problem solving skills over the last couple of months. Well…
Empowering the Future: Student Leaders Kickstart 2026 Preparations
On December 1st & 2nd, the future student leaders of Onslow College began their journey toward 2026. Our Kākā Tangi Haeata Student Council, the incoming 2026 Year 13 Peer Supporters, came together for two days of connection, challenge, and growth. The energy was high as these groups united to build the skills necessary to lead…
Latest Onslow College Newsletter – 20th November
Latest Newsletter, He Karere o te Kura, is out now! This edition of He Karere includes: Jono Wyeth’s latest update, 2026 Start of the year important dates, Pō Whakanui Awards, International Students enjoying our region, what is coming up for the rest of the term: Year 9 & 10 Activities Week, Year 9 & 10…