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Woodford House

New Zealand, Havelock North

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Language Provision

Language learning opportunities and multilingual education

Language Provision

Tikanga Māori and te reo Māori are integrated into the Year 7 to 10 programme and other curriculum areas as appropriate. All departments make relevant curriculum and mana whenua links in EOTC and curriculum subjects. The school maintains, monitors and celebrates achievement of Māori students across all four cornerstones, and equips Māori students to set academic goals of personal excellence.

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English
Fees NZ$13,440 - 62,150
Ages 10 - 18 years
Pupil numbers 384
Type Girls School, Girls School (boarding)
Opened 1894
Bus Service No

Woodford House is New Zealand's largest boarding school for girls, located in Havelock North, founded in 1894 with 132 years of history. Led by Principal Mrs Julie Peterson, the school offers education from Intermediate through Senior School following New Zealand's academic framework. The school features the Shine Programme for empowerment, pastoral care, chaplaincy services, a Health Centre, and careers planning. Annual Athletics Day and Swimming Sports provide competitive athletics. An active Old Girls' Association, Parent Association, and Foundation support the school community.

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