Queen Margaret College and Scots College are both in Wellington, about 7 km apart. Both schools offer IB and Bespoke programmes. Published annual fees are NZ$22,731 - 62,227 at Queen Margaret College and NZ$42,000 - 52,000 at Scots College, which puts Scots College roughly 11% higher. Queen Margaret College takes pupils from 3 to 18, and Scots College from 5 to 18. Scots College is the larger school, with around 2,211 pupils to Queen Margaret College's 700. Typical class sizes are 20 at Queen Margaret College and 21 at Scots College.
53 Hobson Street, Thorndon, Wellington 6011, New Zealand
Location
The Scots College is located at 1 Monorgan Road, Strathmore Park, Wellington 6022, New Zealand. Strathmore Park is an eastern suburb close to Wellington Airport, and the campus is less than 15 minutes' drive to Wellington's central city. The campus sits on a sizeable site with extensive outdoor space. The College uses Metlink buses and exclusive Tranzit services for transport, with morning services arriving before 8:45am and afternoon services departing around 3:45pm.
Stages
Stages
Preschool to Year 13
Stages
Junior School (Year 0–6); Middle School (Year 7–10); Senior School (Year 11–13).
School type
School type
Independent Presbyterian day school for girls
School type
The Scots College is a co-educational school in Wellington for Years 0–13 and offers boarding for Year 9–13 in Gibb House.
Pupil nationality mix
Pupil nationality mix
Representing over 40 nationalities
Pupil nationality mix
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Additional learning support
Additional learning support
Learning Enrichment and support coordinated by Learning Enrichment Coordinator
Additional learning support
Āwhina Learning Support (ALS) provides care and support for students who learn in different ways or who face learning challenges. The ALS team helps with literacy and numeracy, supports learning strategies, adapts curriculum and assessments, and liaises with the Wellbeing team.
Country affiliation
Country affiliation
New Zealand
Country affiliation
New Zealand
Religious affiliation
Religious affiliation
Presbyterian
Religious affiliation
Affiliated with the Presbyterian Church.
School day structure
School day structure
Junior School day 8:30am–3:00pm; Senior School day 8:30am–3:30pm
School day structure
Morning transport arrivals occur before 8:45am; afternoon services depart by 3:45pm. The College offers Metlink buses and Tranzit services to support daily travel.
Bus service details
Bus service details
QMC private bus for Wellington's Western Suburbs; Western Coach Service available with morning drop-offs and afternoon pickups; contact reception for details
Bus service details
Metlink buses provide public transport to Scots College, and exclusive Tranzit buses serve Scots College students. Nearly all students use a Snapper card for public buses, with top-up facilities available at the school. Morning services arrive before 8:45am and afternoon services depart by 3:45pm, with routes to Wellington Station, Lambton Quay, Karori, and Crofton Downs; Tranzit services run to Crofton Downs, Khandallah, Ngaio, Churton Park, Island Bay, and the Hutt Valley as exclusive College services.
Fees
Fees
Fee details
Fee details
Application and acceptance fees
- Enrolment (application) fee: NZD 180 payable on application. - Acceptance fee: NZD 500 payable on acceptance of a place. - For international applicants: Registration fee NZD 300 and Acceptance fee NZD 1,500 (international fees are itemised separately below).
Domestic tuition fees (2026) — per term and annual, by year group
- Preschool: - School Day (per week): NZD 320; Weekly full fees: NZD 665. - Extended Day (per week): NZD 400; Weekly full fees: NZD 745. - Years 1–6: NZD 5,573 per term; NZD 22,290 per year. - Years 7–8: NZD 6,998 per term; NZD 27,990 per year. - Years 9–10: NZD 7,166 per term; NZD 28,665 per year. - Years 11–13: NZD 7,350 per term; NZD 29,400 per year.
Notes on domestic tuition figures: - All amounts are quoted in New Zealand Dollars and include GST where required. The published tuition figures include the compulsory fees protection insurance charge, the technology levy and the building levy unless otherwise stated. A sibling discount of 10% on tuition fees applies for second and subsequent children (not applicable to Preschool or where a scholarship applies).
International tuition and compulsory international charges (2026)
- International tuition (annual scales): - Years 1–6: NZD 46,195 per year. - Years 7–13: NZD 55,495 per year. - Additional compulsory international charges (annual amounts shown): - Sundry activities deposit: NZD 2,500 (used for camps, private music lessons, etc.; unused portion refunded in line with the College refund policy). - Mentor fee: NZD 2,500. - Insurance (medical and travel; 12 months cover arranged by the College unless alternative policy provided): NZD 633 (compulsory unless a compliant alternative policy is supplied). - Homestay and related international boarding options: - Option 1 — Boarding (Queen Margaret House, 7-day, term time only): NZD 22,570 per year. Holiday homestay fee (term breaks only, fixed annual fee covering 7 weeks of term holidays): NZD 3,150. - Option 2 — Full homestay: NZD 450 per week for 45 weeks (NZD 20,250) plus homestay administration fee NZD 1,000. - Where additional ESOL support is required for international students, estimated extra cost is approximately NZD 3,000 per year.
Boarding fees and deposits (2026)
- Boarding deposit (domestic boarders): NZD 1,000 (non-refundable; deducted from boarding fees once the student is fully enrolled). - 7-day boarding (annual): NZD 22,570. - Holiday homestay (fixed annual fee covering 7 weeks of term holidays, if applicable): NZD 3,150. - Homestay (where arranged): NZD 450 per week for 45 weeks (NZD 20,250) plus NZD 1,000 homestay admin fee (when applicable).
Community levies and other recurring charges
- QMC Foundation Trust levy: NZD 50 per term (NZD 200 per year) — charged per family. - QMC Parents' Association levy: NZD 15 per term (NZD 60 per year) — charged per family. - QMC Old Girls' Association levy (Years 9–13): NZD 12.50 per term (NZD 50 per year) — charged per student. - Fees protection insurance: charged as a percentage of tuition (noted at 1.98% in the fees notes) and is compulsory for eligible year levels.
Other costs and discretionary charges
- Uniforms: Uniforms are additional to tuition. The College's exclusive retailer is New Zealand Uniforms (on-site collection and online ordering available) and the Parents' Association runs second‑hand uniform sales; uniform cost varies by items purchased. - Stationery, subject resources, field trips, camps, private music tuition, examination fees (NZQA for Years 11–13), specialist course charges, and other incidental costs may be charged in addition to tuition and will appear on regular invoices. Some subject or activity costs are charged as they occur. - Sundry activities deposit for international students (NZD 2,500) is used to pay for camps, private music lessons and similar items; any unused portion is refundable in line with the refund policy.
Billing schedule, invoicing and payment terms
- Invoicing: Fees are invoiced monthly; tuition and boarding fees are due by the 20th of the month following the invoice (terms and conditions). Preschool fees are payable monthly in advance by direct debit. - Instalment and payment plans: - A 10‑month instalment plan is available (payments due by the 10th of each month, February through November) where the parent/guardian nominates direct debit from a bank account. - Accepted payment methods: - Direct debit from a nominated bank account. - Online bank transfer to Queen Margaret College Fees Account (Westpac Wellington: 03 0518 0316528 09). - Credit card online payments (a 3% surcharge applies to credit card transactions). - Overdue accounts and charges: Interest of 5% per month may be charged on overdue accounts. The College may recover outstanding debts through solicitors or a debt collection agency and will require withdrawal of the student if fees remain unpaid.
Refunds, withdrawal notice and related rules
- No fee is refundable where the pupil does not start or does not complete a full term. - Notice of withdrawal: At least a term's written notice is required to withdraw a student from the College (and the Boarding House where applicable). Fees continue to be payable over the notice period. For withdrawal at the end of the school year, notice is required by the last teaching day of Term 3. Insufficient notice may incur a charge of up to twelve weeks' tuition in lieu of notice. - Sundry deposits (such as the international sundry activities deposit) may be refunded if unused in line with the College's refund policy.
Mandatory protections and special charges
- Fees protection insurance is compulsory for eligible domestic students (Years 1–13) and is charged as part of fees to provide continuity of tuition in the event of death or permanent disability as specified in the College policy. - International students must have medical and travel insurance arranged either through the College (compulsory cover shown) or via an alternative compliant policy provided in English.
Summary of where amounts apply (quick reference)
- Application/acceptance fees (domestic): Enrolment NZD 180; Acceptance NZD 500. - Domestic tuition per term (2026): Years 1–6 NZD 5,573; Years 7–8 NZD 6,998; Years 9–10 NZD 7,166; Years 11–13 NZD 7,350. - Boarding: Annual 7‑day boarding NZD 22,570; boarding deposit NZD 1,000 (non-refundable, deducted from boarding fees on full enrolment). - International annual tuition (2026): Years 1–6 NZD 46,195; Years 7–13 NZD 55,495; plus registration, acceptance, insurance, mentor fee and sundry deposit as itemised above.
If any specific numeric conversions, breakdowns by term for international tuition, or an itemised invoice example are required for your database format, these published figures can be used directly as the definitive amounts for the 2026 year shown above.
Fee details
Application and acceptance fees - Application fee (domestic): NZD 160 per student (one-off, payable when submitting an application). - Acceptance/Entrance fee: NZD 500 per student (non-refundable; payable to confirm and secure an offered place). - International enrolment processing fee: NZD 850 (one-off, non-refundable; applies to international students on acceptance).
Tuition fees (domestic students) — 2026 (per month / per term / per year) - Years 1–6: NZD 2,298 per month; NZD 5,745 per term; NZD 22,980 per year. - Years 7–10: NZD 2,855 per month; NZD 7,138 per term; NZD 28,550 per year. - Years 11–13: NZD 2,970 per month; NZD 7,425 per term; NZD 29,700 per year. - Sibling tuition discounts (domestic): younger siblings receive a reduced tuition rate (examples shown in the domestic schedule). A 10% sibling discount applies to tuition for second and subsequent children concurrently attending the College; this discount does not apply to boarding, incidentals, or where a child receives a scholarship.
Tuition fees (international students) — 2026 (per academic year) - Years 1–6 (international): NZD 42,000 per year. - Years 7–13 (international): NZD 52,000 per year. - International tuition is invoiced for the full calendar year and is payable at the beginning of the calendar year (prorated if the student commences part-way through the year).
Boarding fees (domestic / international where applicable) — 2026 (per month / per term / per year) - 5-day boarding (Terms 1–3): NZD 1,998 per month; NZD 5,994 per term; NZD 19,980 per year. Term 4 has a specific (reduced) charge noted separately. - 7-day boarding (Terms 1–3): NZD 2,140 per month; NZD 6,420 per term; NZD 21,400 per year. Term 4 has a specific (reduced) charge noted separately. - International boarding (seven-day) is shown in the international schedule as NZD 21,400 per year (holiday homestay and full homestay options and admin fees are shown separately).
Billing schedule and payment terms - Tuition and boarding fees are billed as four instalments (January, March, June, and September). - All fee payers are required to provide a Direct Debit Authority; families may choose either four termly payments or a 10-month payment plan. Direct debits are typically collected on the 20th of the month and run from February to November. Monthly payments are available for Direct Debit customers on request. - Payment in full by the specified date (example: full-year payment by 17 December for the following year) qualifies for a 2% credit on the net tuition fee when paid in advance. - Incidentals and other charges are invoiced separately (incidental charges are collected monthly via direct debit unless alternative arrangements are made).
Other compulsory charges, levies and bonds (domestic schedule) - Leavers bond: NZD 1,000 per student (paid prior to a student commencing; refunded in full once all accounts are settled after the student departs and subject timing rules). - Scots Foundation annual levy: NZD 150 per family (charged to support capital and philanthropic activity; not pro‑rated or refunded for partial year attendance). - Parents' Association annual levy: NZD 69 per family (not pro‑rated or refunded). - Scots Collegians Association levy: NZD 100 per student (not pro‑rated or refunded). - Overdue account penalties: up to 10% on overdue balances; the College may refuse continued enrolment or remove discounts/scholarships if fees remain unpaid and may pass outstanding debt to a collection agency (fees and costs of collection may be charged to the payer).
Indicative additional costs and disbursements (international schedule examples; similar incidental costs apply to domestic students) - College uniform (estimate for international students): NZD 1,800 (compulsory uniform items estimate). - College incidental expenses (stationery, trips, miscellaneous): international estimate NZD 3,850 per year; incidental charges are invoiced termly or monthly as appropriate. - Insurance (international estimate, school's preferred supplier): NZD 725 per year. - Guardianship arrangements (recommended where applicable): estimate NZD 3,000 (international guidance). - Homestay costs (international estimates): holiday homestay based on an estimate (example NZD 420 per week); full homestay figures and homestay admin fees are shown in the international schedule.
Refund information and notice requirements - Application fee and acceptance fee are non-refundable as stated in the fee schedule. - Leavers bond: refunded in full once all accounts are settled after a student's departure and subject to the College's timing rules (bonds do not incur interest). - Notice of withdrawal: at least a full term's written notice is required when withdrawing a student (from the College, the Boarding House, or any charged activity). Failure to give the required notice makes the payer liable for fees for the following term. - For international students, some charges and disbursements are returned if unspent at year end; the international schedule identifies which fees are non-refundable and gives guidance on invoicing and refunds for incidental accounts. - The College operates an Education Fees Protection Scheme with specific eligibility and benefit rules; that policy sets out circumstances and limits for fee protection and related entitlements.
Fee payment options and account enquiries - Direct Debit: all new families are required to pay their monthly account by Direct Debit unless another arrangement acceptable to the College is agreed; options include termly (four instalments) or a 10-month plan. - Monthly payments are available for Direct Debit customers on request; incidental charges are typically collected monthly by direct debit. - The College's published schedule directs account enquiries and requests for alternative payment arrangements to the Business Centre / Finance team (finance@scotscollege.school.nz).
Important administrative notes - Fees are reviewed annually and the next year's fees are normally published each December; billing and term dates follow the College calendar. - Failure to meet agreed payment arrangements can result in penalties, removal of discounts/scholarships, and possible refusal of continued enrolment.
If you require the specific line items presented above in a different format, the domestic and international fee schedules and the College's Direct Debit and Education Fees Protection policy contain full detail and the numbers quoted here follow those published schedules for the 2026 academic year.
Diving deeper
Diving deeper
Boarding arrangements
Boarding arrangements
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Boarding arrangements
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Uniform requirement
Uniform requirement
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Uniform requirement
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Food options
Food options
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Food options
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House system
House system
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House system
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Governance and ownership
Governance and ownership
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Governance and ownership
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Academics
Academics
Curriculum details
Curriculum details
Queen Margaret College is an International Baccalaureate World School. Years 1–6 follow the Primary Years Programme (IB). Years 7–10 follow the Middle Years Programme (IB). In Year 11, students undertake New Zealand's National Certificate of Educational Achievement (NCEA) Level 1 and may continue with NCEA Levels 2 and 3 or pursue the two-year International Baccalaureate Diploma (IB DP) in Years 12–13. The school emphasizes dual senior pathways to suit individual strengths and learning styles.
Curriculum details
Scots College offers the International Baccalaureate (IB) across the Primary Years Programme (PYP), Middle Years Programme (MYP), and Diploma Programme (DP), with a dual senior pathway granting a choice between NCEA and the IB Diploma. The IB programmes were introduced at Scots College in 2008 (PYP and MYP) and the Diploma in 2010, and the Senior School provides Years 12–13 with either NCEA or IB Diploma. Future-Focussed Learning is embedded, with courses aligning NZ Curriculum objectives alongside IB design. The Junior School uses the NZ Curriculum with an inquiry approach and Te Reo Māori is integrated in the programmes. The school emphasises a holistic, future-ready approach across all three schools.
Student teacher ratio
Student teacher ratio
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Student teacher ratio
Class sizes: Year 1 – 15; Year 2 – 18; Years 3–6 – 22; Years 7–8 – 24; Years 9–10 – 25. These target sizes are set to maintain manageable learning environments with occasional variation.
Exam results
Exam results
IB Diploma Programme (IBDP) Results 2025: 98% pass rate; average score 34; 9 students (20%) scored 40+; 3 bilingual diplomas; IB Dux Madeleine Wilson achieved a perfect 45. National Certificate of Educational Achievement (NCEA) Results 2025: Level 1 pass rate 96%; Level 2 pass rate 98%; Level 3 pass rate 98%; endorsements include 81% Merit or Excellence at Level 1, 88% at Level 2, and 68% at Level 3. University Entrance (UE) 2025 pass rate: 98%.
Exam results
Year 11 no longer offers NCEA Level 1; from 2024, NCEA Level 1 is not assessed. Year 12/13 require 80 credits to achieve Levels 2 or 3 (60 at the target level plus 20 Literacy and Numeracy). NZ Scholarship is available for Year 13. University Entrance (UE) is required to qualify for university admission in New Zealand, with a typical UE standard involving 14 Level 3 credits in three subjects, plus English Level 2 and Maths Level 1 credits, though a points-based system now applies and the minimum often equates to higher overall credit attainment. Upon completion, students choose either NCEA or IB Diploma pathway for Years 12–13.
Higher education progression
Higher education progression
Pathways after school include opportunities to go to University, a Polytechnic or begin an Apprenticeship; the college presents these options clearly to students in Year 11–13 as part of its Careers and future pathways.
Higher education progression
Nearly all students gain University Entrance. University Entrance preliminarily qualifies a student to a place at university in New Zealand, with 14 UE credits at Level 3 in three subjects, plus English and Maths credit requirements, though the final admission depends on a points-based system and university variation. NCEA results are recognized by tertiary institutions and employers, and the Senior School offers pathways through Years 12–13 that can lead to NZ and overseas higher education opportunities.
Gifted and talented
Gifted and talented
Learning Enrichment lessons and Extension programs provide challenge for high-ability students, with extension activities such as debating, public speaking, essay and creative writing competitions, Ethics Olympiad and Scholarship examinations. New Zealand Scholarships are available for high achievers (IB and NCEA eligible). LEAP and the ELEVATE Year 11 Programme offer accelerated and enriched learning options. Three students earned bilingual IB diplomas in 2025. The school also highlights international-level success of gifted students, such as a World Scholar's Cup team reaching Yale finals in 2024 with multiple medals.
Gifted and talented
Able & Ambitious identifies academically able students and provides opportunities to extend beyond the standard curriculum, including enrichment events such as the Ethics Olympiad, ThinkTank, World Scholar's Cup, Tournament of Minds, CRISiSLab, and Model UN/EU, with progress monitored by a designated coordinator.
Academic calendar
Academic calendar
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Academic calendar
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Wellbeing & support
Wellbeing & support
Social & emotional learning
Social & emotional learning
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Social & emotional learning
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Special educational needs (SEN)
Special educational needs (SEN)
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Special educational needs (SEN)
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English as an additional language
English as an additional language
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English as an additional language
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Mental wellbeing
Mental wellbeing
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Mental wellbeing
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Safeguarding
Safeguarding
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Safeguarding
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Safeguarding policy
Safeguarding policy
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Safeguarding policy
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Facilities
Facilities
Facilities overview
Facilities overview
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Facilities overview
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Sports facilities
Sports facilities
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Sports facilities
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Academic facilities
Academic facilities
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Academic facilities
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Extra curricular facilities
Extra curricular facilities
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Extra curricular facilities
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Parent experience
Parent experience
History
History
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History
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Community
Community
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Community
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Parent teacher association
Parent teacher association
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Parent teacher association
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Extra-curricular
Extra-curricular
Academic & intellectual
Academic & intellectual
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Academic & intellectual
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Arts & creative
Arts & creative
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Arts & creative
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Cultural & language
Cultural & language
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Cultural & language
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Social & hobbies
Social & hobbies
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Social & hobbies
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Community & service
Community & service
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Community & service
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Leadership & professional
Leadership & professional
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Leadership & professional
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Lifestyle & wellbeing
Lifestyle & wellbeing
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Lifestyle & wellbeing
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Language provision
Language provision
Language provision
Language provision
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Language provision
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Bilingual teaching
Bilingual teaching
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Bilingual teaching
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Immersion programs
Immersion programs
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Immersion programs
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Reputation
Reputation
Awards
Awards
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Awards
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Accreditations
Accreditations
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Accreditations
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Admissions
Admissions
Admissions
Admissions
Domestic Enrolments: Read the Terms and Conditions before starting the online application. Complete and submit the online application with a non-refundable application fee of $180. Following a review of the application, the applicant's daughter will be invited to an interview with the Principal. Following the interview, an Offer of Place may be issued. The applicant should return the confirmation and the non-refundable acceptance fee of $460 within 14 working days. Once the acceptance is received, confirmation of place is sent. International Enrolments: Read the Terms and Conditions and Privacy Statement before starting the application. Complete and submit the application with a non-refundable application fee of $250. If enrolling more than one child, use a separate form for each. Following a review of your application, we will advise you if your daughter has been selected for an interview with the Director of International Students. A translator will be provided if necessary. English testing if required. Following the selection process, you may receive an Offer of Place along with a form to confirm acceptance. Once acceptance is received, confirmation of your place at QMC will be sent.
Admissions
1. Applications for enrolments in 2027 and beyond are open. Junior School applications for enrolment in 2027 close on Tuesday, 31 March 2026. Middle School applications for enrolment in 2027 close on Thursday, 2 April 2026. Senior School enrolments are welcome at any stage throughout the year, with limited places available at each year level. 2. How to apply: Within New Zealand, complete the online enrolment form. For international students, use the enroller.app application. After submitting an application, you will be contacted by staff to inform you of the status of your application and to arrange an interview with the Principal. 3. What happens after I send in an application form: You will be contacted by staff to learn the status of your application and to arrange an interview with the Principal. 4. If capacity is reached, a waitpool system is instituted and you will be notified if your application is in the waitpool. Places are filling faster than in previous years. 5. Do you offer scholarships?: Scholarships are available to students in Years 7 and 9, as well as Senior School students (Years 11–13). Applications for 2027 scholarships are now open.
Scholarships
Scholarships
The QMC Scholarship Programme is available to Years 7 through 13 for domestic students. It recognizes the College values of generosity, resilience, respect, integrity and courage, and rewards achievement in academics, sport, the arts, cultural pursuits, service or across multiple disciplines. Scholarships are effective through to Year 13 if the scholarship expectations are met; scholarship types may vary by year level and enrolment availability. The application process has no fee and a maximum of two scholarships may be applied for. Required documentation includes evidence of age, identity and New Zealand citizenship or permanent residency; a CV; a character reference; copies of two most recent school reports; copies of PAT/e-asTTle or NZQA records; evidence of participation in cocurricular activities, service or leadership, sporting excellence or cultural pursuits; a simple passport-style headshot; attendance at the scholarship examination if applicable; and if shortlisted an interview with the Principal. Scholarships open for 2027: Year 7 to 10 open 25 March - 24 April; Year 11 to 13 open 1 April - 1 May. Not currently offering Other Scholarships & Bursaries. For more information, contact enrolments.
Scholarships
Middle School (Year 7–10) Scholarships: Year 7 offers Academic, Music, General Excellence, and Sport scholarships. Year 9 offers Academic, Music, General Excellence, Boarding, Pipe Band, Sport, and Scots Collegians Association scholarships. Senior School (Year 11–13) Scholarships: International Baccalaureate (IB) Scholarships; Pipe Band; General Excellence; Boarding; Music; Academic; Hardship/Financial Assistance; Sport; Tup Radford Science Scholarship; Scots Collegians Association Scholarship. Applications for 2027 Scholarships are open for both Middle and Senior School, with deadlines of March 31, 2026 for Year 7–10 scholarships and May 3, 2026 for Senior School scholarships. The College funds scholarships from the Foundation, tuition discounts, and benefactors. Approximately 60% are merit-based and 40% are needs-based; most scholarships cover a portion of tuition fees. Some scholarships are 100% unavailable. Sibling discounts do not apply when one child is awarded a scholarship. External scholarships include Māori Education Trust Scholarships and a Ministry of Education boarding allowance. Scholarships may be awarded based on merit, need, or a combination, and are reviewed annually; Middle School scholarships include an exam component for academic scholarships and a panel/interview process for other categories. External and internal application paths are available. For questions about scholarships, contact the College's Development Team or relevant regional staff.
Waitlist
Waitlist
Waitlisting at QMC describes a waitlist as a queue-based system. Applicants are eligible for entry but a place is not immediately available. The waitlists are managed chronologically by the date an application is received and do not rank applicants on the waitlist. Factors considered include date of application, family connections to QMC (daughters of Old Girls, siblings, extended family connections, e.g. grandparent who is an alumna), children of current staff, and, in some cases, boarders, international students or diplomats. Scholarships may affect waitlist considerations. Waitlisted families are kept updated, and waitlist movement depends on space availability.
Waitlist
When capacity is reached, a waitpool system is instituted and applicants are notified if their application is in the waitpool.
