International Department

With the Anglican Faith providing our Special Character, our philosophy is underpinned by our five pillars: Academic Excellence; Sporting Achievement; Cultural Enrichment; Christian Fellowship and Lifelong Friendships.

At Whanganui Collegiate School there is an expectation for excellence leading to our examination results being some of the best in the country. Our recent international graduates have gone on to study at universities in New Zealand, the USA, Australia and the UK as well as high ranking universities in the student’s home country.

We have young people from over 15 countries as part of our community. Our pastoral care is second to none.

International students live on site in one of six boarding houses. With three adult caregivers in each house and the support of the International Student Guardian, we offer complete peace of mind to our parents.

We strive to integrate 170 years of tradition with the demands of 21st Century learning; we ensure that each child has the support they need as they face the challenges in front of them. International students achieve great things at Whanganui Collegiate; I encourage you to come and be part of our success story.