Welcome to Havelock North High School

Established in 1975 Havelock North High School is a young, vibrant school which combines modern facilities and a progressive education system with traditional values such as house spirit, school pride and high expectations of performance.

We cater for a diverse school population by offering a wide variety of academic courses and multi-level programmes. With a roll of over one thousand students we have the ability to offer intensive competition and a wide range of academic, cultural and sporting challenges.

It is our mission to place the widest variety of opportunities in front of every student. We combine this with the expectation of high standards of achievement in every activity provided. The school motto is Aim to Excel. Whaia te iti kahurangi. The teaching and learning which take place at Havelock North High School are without peer. Our students consistently achieve among the top marks in national examinations and competitions. In music, art and drama, the school is accepted as a national leader. Our sports teams are well regarded for their high levels of performance and for their sportsmanship.

This school encourages, values and achieves success at every level. We are fortunate to be sited in a supportive community which has a clear understanding of the value of an excellent well rounded education. The staff are well qualified, enthusiastic and committed. Teachers and students clearly enjoy the success and excellent reputation that this school has established.

This is a school which pupils are proud to belong to and in which parents can have every confidence.

William Adams
Principal