2010 ERO Report

'The school provides a supportive school culture underpinned by a vision focused on developing students as responsible citizens in their community and beyond.'

'The school setting shows a sense of pride and a commitment to providing resources that support teaching and learning.'

'The welcoming and inclusive environment helps students develop a strong sense of belonging. Relationships across the school community are friendly and respectful. Students spoken with say they appreciate the range of artistic, cultural, sporting and academic opportunities they have to extend their interests and abilities.'

'Teachers show good understanding of successful practices that engage students as partners in their learning. Students continue to have considerable success in New Zealand Scholarship examinations.'

2007 ERO Report

'The culture of the school is characterised by the promotion of individual excellence, the provision of opportunity, choice and balance, a belief in inclusiveness and a long term view of student success, based on creating “good citizens”. Students enjoy a wide range of academic, cultural, sporting and leadership opportunities.'

'Improved results in external examinations and increased numbers of students achieving at merit and excellence levels are evident. Results compare favourably with schools nationally and those of similar type.'

'Strong management support and administrative systems sustain student learning. Delegation and collaborative leadership opportunities encourage senior managers to share their strengths and develop expertise and oversight of key areas in the school.'

2004 ERO Report

'Learning occurs in a student-centred environment. Students are well prepared for future learning and the world of work through curriculum areas, such as technology, that promote problem solving and higher order thinking. Staff demonstrate high expectations for student success, behaviour and interactions. Classroom management is firmly focused on learning. A high level of interchange between students and teachers, and among students in classrooms is evident. The school offers an extensive range of sporting and cultural activities for students. A positive tone supports learning throughout the school.'

'High quality curriculum management by senior managers and heads of department is evident. A feature of the school is the degree, depth of knowledge and experience many teachers demonstrate in their particular learning area. This depth of understanding assists responsive teaching. Students receive well-planned learning programmes.'

'Students benefit from effective systems that support their learning and welfare. Those with special learning requirements receive programmes well tailored to meet their needs. Special needs students are integrated into all aspects of school life. Teachers effectively manage schoolwide student behaviour through a flexible, responsive system that is clear and understood by students. Strategies that sustain student cooperation and engagement minimise behaviour incidents. Student safety and wellbeing is paramount.'