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Rector's Comment

Thursday 19 June 2025

Dear Parents and Caregivers

Kia ora koutou.

Our winter sports programme is well underway, with our students competing across a wide range of sporting codes, from social participation to our top competitive teams. At St Andrew’s College we always seek to enable a space for everyone to keep physically active and involved – to help challenge and grow as a person. Team sports are a great way to make new friends, by joining others who share similar interests and skills – friendships that often last a lifetime.

Team sports often showcase the best of humanity, such as bringing people together across cultures, languages, and backgrounds, highlighting the importance of teamwork, sportsmanship, and showing what’s possible when talent meets hard work and dedication.

In terms of living out our College-wide values, it was wonderful to see our Year 10 students this week actively helping with planting in the red zone as part of their Activity Day. Thank you to all our ‘eco-warriors’ for their time and service with this important project.

Yesterday evening I enjoyed meeting up with over 60 of our Old Collegians in Auckland. Once again it is always such a pleasure to meet up with our past pupils, to hear their stories, experiences, and learn about what they are now doing. The common factor is often the wonderful way they refer to their College, with such affection and appreciation. They speak with aroha about the College as an entity, covering the opportunities it provided, the experiences, and especially the people they met and are connected with.

As we approach the Matariki public holiday tomorrow, marking the Māori New Year, this is a time to honour those who have passed, celebrate the present, and plan for the future. My thanks to our excellent and informative student-led Secondary School Matariki Assembly we enjoyed last Friday. In the Preparatory School there has been a strong focus on Matariki over this week, including the use of Tuākana-Tēina (older children teaching younger children). At the Preparatory School Chapel Service on Tuesday, a range of student-led songs, dance, artwork, and videos were shared celebrating this student work and learning.

I hope that you manage to spend time with your family this weekend as Matariki is traditionally a time for whānau to come together, to share stories, kai, and aroha, and to strengthen the bonds that connect us.

Ngā mihi mahana

 

Mark Wilson
Rector

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RENOVATION AND STRENGTHENING WORK

On Monday 16 June, the College commenced work on the Religious Education (RE) block in the Secondary School campus. This is the building adjacent to Strowan House and the front field. This work involves renovation and strengthening, along with classroom expansions, and will take approximately 6–7 months to complete.

A range of controls have been placed directly outside the RE block to keep students and staff safe from the activity occurring within. It is important to note, the Papanui Road entrance is being used as the main road into the construction site, and vehicle movements onsite are being monitored to ensure safety is maintained. 

On Papanui Road, a full traffic management system has been set up to manage the influx of vehicles entering the campus. Please be mindful of the additional congestion this may cause.

Around the College

MATARIKI CELEBRATIONS

Throughout Term 2, Pre-school tamariki have followed a line of inquiry around Matariki, learning how Matariki is the name for the traditional Māori New Year, marked by the midwinter rise of ngā whetu o Matariki/the Matariki stars. The children have been reading and re-telling pūrākau (legends) about Matariki, learning about the special role each of the nine Matariki stars has in the natural world. As Matariki is traditionally a harvest festival, Pre-school have also been roasting vegetables and making vegetable soup. Most importantly, as Matariki is a time for bringing whānau and friends together, whānau were invited to an evening celebration. Pre-school tamariki said a karakia to welcome the visitors, then performed three waiata – Rangi Papa, Matariki Macarena, and Kapo Kapo – before everyone joined together for a delicious hākari (feast).

This week, the Preparatory School Junior Department invited the Pre-school tamariki to join the older students’ fun, making Matariki kai, woven mats, stars, lanterns, and kites. Waiata and karakia set the tone, and Māori legends were also an important part of the event. Year 7 and 8 classes also enjoyed buddying up with Junior classrooms for their annual Tuakana Tēina Matariki celebrations over the past two weeks. There were lots of craft-based activities, and the older children appreciated the opportunity to mentor younger students, and to create artistic representations of the Matariki cluster. 

In the Secondary School, students embraced Matariki with mahi toi/art projects, kapa haka performances, and a shared hāngī. This week’s International Club activity celebrated Matariki, with students painting gratitude stones to reflect on the things they are grateful for. Students chose a range of things to paint, including whānau, aroha, and sunny days.

Mānawatia a Matariki – let us celebrate together!

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PREPARATORY SCHOOL MATARIKI CHAPEL SERVICE

This week’s special Matariki chapel service started with a Year 3 musical composition based on Psalm 19:1 “The heavens declare the glory of God: the skies proclaim the work of God’s hands.” Year 2 students shared their star dance, and prayers written by Year 4–6 students were on display in the Centennial Chapel. The students sang waiata written for the New Zealand context, and some Junior children shared their art process in a delightful video. Preparatory School Chaplain, Jillian Fenton, spoke of the Matariki holiday giving us time to rest, remember and make new resolutions for the year ahead. She encouraged the students to ask their families to share stories together over the coming weekend. The service ended with an upbeat musical video by Year 7–8 students.

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YEAR 10 ACTIVITY DAYS

As part of the Year 10 Days Out, all Year 10 students attended an interactive half-day session at the International Antarctic Centre. Students learnt about what life is like in Antarctica and how a variety of organisms, including penguins and huskies, have adapted to survive there. Students experienced an Antarctic storm, with real snow and ice and chilled to -8°C, and they enjoyed a 4D movie as well. The trip was great preparation for the winter camp that students will enjoy at Castle Hill in Term 3. 

The second half of the Activity Day involved visiting the Red Zone for a tree-planting community service activity. As a result of some great mahi, the Year 10 cohort planted over 2500 native trees and scrubs on a corner section of Alantis Street. This is the fourth year that Year 10 students have been involved. The planting is part of project across several schools involving the Eco Action group, which aims to bring native birds such as tui back to Christchurch. The community service hours gained goes toward the Year 10 students’ Bronze Duke of Edinburgh Award.

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BALLET WINTER SHOWCASE

The audience at the Ballet Academy’s Winter Showcase enjoyed a collection of classical, jazz, national and contemporary dance from the students’ class studies to date, including the premiere of the Royal New Zealand Ballet’s (RNZB) Collaborative Dance Project – a joint piece choreographed by our Ballet Academy Artistic Director, Carolyn Cairns, and the RNZB Dance Educator, Neve Pierce. The Senior dancers were joined by the Junior and Intermediate Companies from the Preparatory School Ballet Academy programme, and each group performed their new dances beautifully. Eighteen Secondary School dancers also achieved their Bronze, Silver and Gold Performance Awards, and many items were also presentation assessment items for the NCEA Dance programme. 

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YEAR 11 SEMI-FORMAL

The Semi-formal was held last Saturday at the Riccarton Raceway. The theme for the night was ‘Under the Stars,’ and what a starry night it was. The boys’ shoes were gleaming, and the girls shone in their beautiful dresses. There was plenty of dancing with the venue’s DJ playing popular tunes, and the supper was well received by the hungry students. Thank you to the Middle School Leaders who helped set up the balloons, backdrops, and prizes; the prefects for supervising; and the staff who came to support. A special mention to Year 11 Co-Deans, Riley Gain and Liz Gormack for their organisation, and Head of Middle School, Matt Parr.

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MUSIC PERFORMANCE EVENING

On Wednesday evening, the Music Department hosted a special evening featuring 20 singing students who are not NCEA students. Every term our NCEA students have a Performance Evening for their assessment, but as the classes are so large, the vocal students that are not in the academic Music classes don’t usually have an opportunity to perform. Vocal tutor, Debbie Kapohe, organised the evening, which was well supported by parents/caregivers and students, who provided an encouraging and supportive audience for some singers who were singing in public for the first time.

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YEAR 10 MUSIC CONCERT

The Year 10 Music class held a concert in the Gough Family Theatre on Tuesday night. Featuring our singer/songwriters, a classical ensemble, a musical theatre ensemble, and several rock and band items from the full class, this evening was a wonderful celebration of the hard mahi these students have put in over Terms 1 and 2. 

JAZZQUEST

On Wednesday afternoon, the Senior Jazz Combo competed in the Ara JazzQuest competition. Results are still to be announced, but they put on a great set of four songs from memory, featuring their improvisation skills. 

You can watch a video of their set here: https://youtu.be/7aivGAiR-dg

 

YEAR 12 EXPLORER CONFERENCE

Yesterday, a group of 10 Year 12 students had the opportunity to attend the Explorer Conference, organised by the Antarctic Heritage Trust, an organisation dedicated to preserving and sharing the legacy of polar exploration. The conference inspired students from across Canterbury to adopt an explorer’s mindset when facing challenges. Throughout the day students heard from a range of inspiring speakers, including Australian sailor, Lisa Blair, who holds the record for the fastest solo circumnavigation of Antarctica, and William Pike, who survived the 2007 eruption of Mount Ruapehu and later founded the William Pike Challenge. Students were deeply moved by the courage, resilience, and determination in the face of fear and adversity, that both speakers demonstrated. Students also participated in workshops, working in cross-school groups to explore themes such as curiosity, resilience, teamwork, and innovation. 

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UNIVERSITY OF CANTERBURY YEAR 12 DISCOVERY DAY

On Thursday 5 June, 114 Year 12 students attended the University of Canterbury Discovery Day. This event provided them with the opportunity to experience life as a university student for a day. They attended six mini lectures and toured the campus. University staff emphasised the importance of Year 12 for future opportunities and introduced the many exciting degree-level courses available. Students learned about the differences between school and university, and why tertiary study is a valuable step in their career journey. 

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UNIVERSITY OF OTAGO PRESENTATION

On Tuesday, Greg Heller from the University of Otago spoke with a group of 28 Year 13 students about how to apply for scholarships and accommodation for tertiary study. This was a fantastic opportunity for students to receive valuable tips on how to best complete their applications. Historically, the University of Otago offers scholarships to around 24–28 St Andrew's College students each year. Students who attended the session were all encouraged to submit their applications and take advantage of these opportunities.

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UNIVERSITY OF OTAGO DARE DAY

A group of nine Year 12–13 students attended the University of Otago DARE Day at the university's Christchurch campus, which is linked to Christchurch Hospital. The aim of the event was to provide students with an insight into various health professions. By listening to and interacting with Health Science graduates and professionals, as well as engaging with visual and hands-on examples of dynamic medical research, the hope is to inspire our students to consider their options in Health Sciences and understand the world-class research opportunities available on their doorstep. 

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ECO-ACTION PLANTING DAY

A small group of students spent Sunday morning at Atlantis Street in the Red Zone, planting trees and shrubs in the native forest restoration project. It was a beautiful winter’s morning, with a big blue sky, and gumboots were the order of the day after recent rains. 5000 plants were planted by families from many Christchurch schools. The next family planting day is in Term 3 on Sunday 27 July. 

JUNIOR DEPARTMENT CULTURAL WEEK

Last week, the Junior Department celebrated Cultural Week. Each day children ‘visited’ a different country and experienced a taste of their culture. This included performances from the Junior Pipe Band and Kapa Haka, a Martial Arts performance from Health and Safety Manager Art Preuss, and a wonderful relaxing session of Yoga with parent Georgie Priest. Children had the chance to share their own cultures with their peers and partook in many other exciting activities within their own classrooms. The week was finished with a Cultural Discovery morning and then the children showcased what they had learned over the week in a Cultural Assembly.

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Sports Roundup

BASKETBALL
The Senior Girls travelled to take on 2024 finalists, Kaiapoi High School, on Tuesday night. After falling behind early, St Andrew’s took control in the second half to secure a 92–65 win. Ava Jones (Year 12) and Maniah Taefu (Year 11) scored 29 and 24 points, respectively. 

The Senior Boys travelled to Cashmere High School in the second game of the evening. It was a back-and-forth game with chances to pull ahead in the waning seconds. Unfortunately, a pair of free-throws went by the wayside, and the boys lost 92–93.

 

FOOTBALL 
Despite a narrow 1–2 loss to Hillmorton High School, the Boys’ 1st XI showed great spirit and determination throughout the match. The team created several promising chances and showed clear intent from the first whistle. Their passing game was sharp, and there were long stretches where they dominated possession. While the scoreboard didn’t reflect the effort put in, the boys displayed improved cohesion, and the goal scored was a result of clever buildup and persistence. 

The Girls’ 1st XI put in a brave performance against a strong Lincoln High School side, falling 2–4 in an action-packed game. The girls fought back from behind and pushed Lincoln all the way to the final whistle. Two well-taken goals highlighted the team’s attacking capabilities, and there were several moments of excellent team play and individual brilliance.

 

HOCKEY
Last week, the Boys’ 1st XI played a determined St Bede’s College side in a competitive fixture. St Bede’s scored twice in the first quarter, but St Andrew’s held firm under pressure. Heading into the final quarter down 0–3, the team lifted their intensity and were rewarded with a well-taken goal to bring the score to 1–3. Unfortunately, the boys couldn’t find the finishing touch to close the gap. 

The Girls’ 1st XI faced an unbeaten St Margaret’s College team. St Margaret's scored late in the second quarter and added a second with seven minutes to go in the third. Despite the 1–2 result, the girls dominated possession and created multiple scoring opportunities. Co-captain Rylee McBride (Year 13) had a standout game and was rewarded with a goal late in the fourth quarter. Sophie Roberts (Year 13) impressed with her baseline runs and shots on goal, and Annabelle Barker (Year 12) was unlucky to hit the post.

 

NETBALL
In the final game of the first round of the Premier 2 competition, the Senior A team faced off against Technical C. At the start of the fourth quarter, St Andrew’s surged ahead with a run of seven consecutive goals. From there, converting centre pass-offs and forcing key turnovers helped the girls secure a 49–42 win. This placed St Andrew’s third on the table at the conclusion of the first round. 

On Monday, as part of preparation for the South Island competition next term, the team had an opportunity to play Nayland College. Despite winning two of the quarters, St Andrew’s couldn't maintain the lead, losing 35–36. Wednesday’s game against Christchurch Girls’ High School was a tightly contested match from start to finish, with Girls’ High gaining a three-goal lead. Evie McKay (Year 12) delivered an outstanding performance, scoring all her goal attempts. Despite the girls’ efforts, Christchurch Girls’ High School’s won 30–28.

 

RUGBY
The 1st XV headed to Oxford Rugby Club to play their scheduled fixture against Shirley Boys’ High School for the Fox Memorial Cup. Caleb Collins-Polata (Year 12) scored after the team built some good pressure through recycled possession, converted by Fynn Harris (Year 13). With several swings in momentum throughout the first half, Shirley Boys capitalised on some errors, along with accurate kicking, which led to them scoring on consecutive occasions. Following a penalty goal from Fynn Harris, St Andrew’s was down 10–19 at half-time. Jairo Senio (Year 11) scored a powerful try which was converted by Fynn Harris. The St Andrew’s bench came on and added some real impact. Charlie Tanner (Year 12) picked up an opposition lineout throw, allowing Jock Sidey (Year 12) to score in the corner in the final minutes, taking the win 27–26. Oliver Jackways (Year 12) received his cap prior to the game, cap 1419.

 

TRAP SHOOTING
Last Sunday, the trap shooting team competed in the third round of the Canterbury Secondary Schools Trap Shooting Programme held at Waihora Clay Target Club. St Andrew’s had a very strong day, earning nine podium results across the three ‘Down the Line’ (DTL) disciplines, plus Skeet. Skeet started the day off well, St Andrew’s having the three top scores, with Lucie Hood (Year 13) and Kurt Lilly (Year 12) both 24/25 in a hard-fought shoot-off, with Kurt the eventual winner. Josh van Asch (Year 12) with 22/24 taking third. Lucie and Josh’s combined scores made them the winners of the pair’s skeet. In DTL, the team made it into several shoot-offs for placings. Jonathan Rogers (Year 13) 19/20 came second in Single Rise Senior, Joshua Lowe (Year 10) 9/10 placing third in Single Barrel Junior, Marcus Ferguson (Year 12) 9/10 also placed third, and Harry Pitts (Year 12) 9/10 was fourth in Single Barrel Senior. Kurt Lilly (Year 12) 59/60 was first in Points Score and scoring 84/90 points across the three DTL disciplines to tie top score and eventually place second in High Overall by a single point after a solid shoot-off.

Student Success

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CROSS COUNTRY

Tayla Ford (Year 9) attended the New Zealand Secondary Schools Cross Country Championships over the weekend, finishing 19th in the Year 9 Girls’ race out of around 100 athletes. Ashton Harris (Year 9) finished 65th in the Boys’ race. Tayla also competed in the relays, with her Year 9 Girls’ team from Canterbury winning the relay.

SQUASH

The squash team of Rory Forsythe (Year 13), George Reynolds, and Oliver Gilbert (both Year 10) competed in the Canterbury Schools Team Squash Championships. Unfortunately, they lost their first match which dropped them out of medal contention, with the final player’s game a hard-fought five-set match. However, they regrouped and finished fifth.

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MATHEMATICS

On Wednesday night, 20 teams competed in the annual Year 12 Mathematics Competition, held by the Canterbury Mathematics Association at Burnside High School. Teams of four worked in pairs to complete alternate questions as fast as they could. There were 10 questions per round, with a 20-minute time limit. The St Andrew’s teams finished all 10 questions in the heats and were in first and third position going into the final. Both teams streaked ahead, but whilst all other teams were stumped by a single question, StAC A (Alex Manson, Luke Manson, Joshua Exon, and Hannah Withers) raced through and finished with over five minutes remaining on the clock to take the win and retain their position as reigning champions. 

RUGBY

St Andrew’s College 1st XV players Caleb Collins-Polata, Lachlan Mitchell, Jett Timbrell, Seymour Stowers-Smith (all Year 12), Azaniah Roebeck, Fynn Harris, and Christian Tanuvasa (all Year 13) have been selected to attend the first U18 Crusader Development Day at Rugby Park on Tuesday 1 July. 

BALLROOM DANCING

Over the Anzac weekend, Holly Hembry (Year 10) took part in the Kiwi Classic Ballroom Dance Championships in Auckland. Holly won six of the Pro/Am Junior Level 5 events. In the Junior Registered solo events, she made six of nine finals, winning third, fourth and fifth placings. The King's Birthday weekend saw Holly dancing in 31 events at the New Zealand One Dance Championships in Wellington, where she won 24 Junior Registered events, as well as coming second in another four. Additionally, in the Adult Open Latin events, Holly claimed three third-places.

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HIGHLAND DANCING

Sarah McCarthy (Year 10) had a very successful time at the Top of the South Highland Dancing Championships in Blenheim last weekend. She won all 10 Marlborough/Nelson Championship U16 events and was the Overall U16 Champion.

CPSSA CROSS COUNTRY

On Wednesday, a team of 13 Preparatory School students travelled to Ngā Puna Wai for the Canterbury Primary Schools (CPSSA) Cross Country event. The runners showed determination and sportsmanship throughout the day. The track at Ngā Puna Wai was full of ditches, puddles and difficult terrain, and our athletes persevered to perform at a high level. Each race featured between 150 and 200 participants, making it a highly competitive event. 

  • Year 5 Girls: Francesca Greer – 38th;
  • Year 5 Boys: Theo Nelson – 41st;
  • Year 6 Boys: Ming Macarthy – 58th;
  • Year 7 Girls: ChloeAnn Botha – 11th, Indi Haydon-Uren – 24th;
  • Year 7 Boys: Montgomery Fox – 10th, Benji McBride – 73rd;
  • Year 8 Girls: Mila Rule – 4th, Kelicia Rui En Purcell – 6th, Willa Rahman – 64th;
  • Year 8 Boys: Diesel Mackie – 2nd, Kobe Ford – 3rd, Joshua Smith – 8th.

All results can be viewed by clicking here. 

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MUSIC

The following Preparatory School students successfully auditioned for representative groups in the 2025 Christchurch Schools’ Music Festival:

  • Symphony Orchestra: Youzhen (Max) Chen (Year 5), Raymen Dai, Dylan Liu (both Year 6), Caleb Waines (Year 7), Emma Zhang, Jacob Wang, Chenxiao (Leo) Yang, and Matthew Zhang (all Year 8);
  • Concert Band: Claire Chua (Year 6);
  • Senior Representative Choir: Alice Williams, Jessica Whitehead, and Ruby Richards (all Year 7), and XiaoYa (Cynthia) Zhou (Year 8);
  • Junior Representative Choir: Choe Shi, Iaera Abrahamson, Violet Winterbourn (all Year 5), Romilly Comyn and Harriet Merry (both Year 6).
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SWIMMING

Last weekend, Kelicia Rui En Purcell (Year 8) competed in Ashburton Splash 2025, winning the 100M Butterfly and 50M Backstroke. She came second in 50M Butterfly, 200M Individual Medley (achieving a personal best), and 50M Backstroke, as well as gaining a third placing in 50M Breaststroke. The 200IM result was 3.07s underneath the qualification time for the New Zealand Short Course Championships, which will take place in late September.

Canterbury Representative

NETBALL

Hayley Stowell (Year 10) was selected for the U16 A Canterbury netball team, which won the recent regional South Island tournament over the King’s Birthday weekend.

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New Zealand Representatives

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KARATE

Gemma Thomas (Year 12) recently travelled to New Caledonia as part of the New Zealand representative karate team, competing against 14 Pacific nations in the 2025 Oceania Karate Federation Championship. Gemma and her team won a bronze medal in her weight division for Kumite (fighting). 

Old Collegians

30 YEARS ON REUNION

Last Friday, the College welcomed more than 80 Old Collegians and their partners from the Class of 1995–1999 for their first reunion at the College. Guests travelled from across the globe, coming from Canada, Indonesia, Papua New Guinea, and Australia, to reconnect and celebrate this milestone. A campus tour gave attendees the chance to see how the College has evolved, and many were impressed by the state-of-the-art facilities, particularly the Gough Family Theatre and the StACFit Fitness centre. The evening’s cocktail event was made even more special by the presence of former and current staff members. Among the familiar faces were Barry Maister, who began his tenure as Rector in 1995, along with Laraine Sharr, Wayne Milligan, Dianne MacDonald, Mike Woodlock, Joe Leota, Hamish Faulls, Sarah Long, and John Hamilton.

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AUCKLAND GATHERING

On Thursday night, more than 60 Old Collegians came together at the Northern Club in Auckland. The gathering spanned generations, from those who first walked the College’s corridors in 1949, to a recent graduate from 2023, creating a rich tapestry of shared history and connection. It was great to see so many familiar faces and reconnect with those who hadn’t attended a reunion in many years. The evening was filled with stories, laughter, and a genuine sense of community. Sam Crosbie (OC 2009), President of the Old Collegians Association, spoke about the College’s evolution over the years and the importance of our Old Collegians community. The evening also marked a special moment as our new Rector, Mark Wilson, introduced himself and shared his genuine excitement and passion for the future of the College. 

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ROWING

Ben Taylor (OC 2017) and his rowing partner Oliver Welch won the 2025 World Rowing Cup, which was held in Italy. The duo triumphed over the reigning Croatian world champions to claim Gold in the Men's Pair.

Good Luck

Good luck to all students who are representing the College over the weekend in sports and cultural activities:

  • Ngā Manu Kōrero Speech Competition;

  • Rugby 1st XV vs Christ’s College. 

Notices and Upcoming Events

STAC ATTACK

Experience the thrilling sounds of StAC Attack 2025! A St Andrew’s College Pipe Band event at the prestigious Christchurch Town Hall – James Hay Theatre, this highly anticipated showcase guarantees an unforgettable evening of traditional Scottish entertainment. 

Immerse yourself in the rich harmonics of the bagpipes, the infectious beat of the drums, and the flair of the Highland dancers as they take the stage. With talented St Andrew's College students from Years 4–13 showcasing their skills, StAC Attack promises to be an action-packed performance. 

Be a part of the magic at StAC Attack 2025!

  • When: Sunday 27 July, 4.00pm–6.00pm
  • Venue: Christchurch Town Hall, James Hay Theatre
  • Tickets: Adults $59.50 | Students $38.80 (student ID may be requested)
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PHOTOGRAPHY ONLINE ORDERS

The following 2025 school photographs are now available to purchase online:

  • individual student photographs;
  • Secondary School tutor group photographs;
  • All Preparatory School class photographs;
  • Preparatory School and Secondary School summer sports groups (except for Secondary cricket);
  • Secondary School leadership, clubs, and cultural groups;
  • Large groups for rowing and Pipe Band;
  • Years 9 and 13 group photographs.

Details of how to order the photographs can be found on our website using the button below and you will need to log into StACNet using your St Andrew's College login.

If you have any questions relating to this service, please email photography@stac.school.nz

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ABSENCES

For any illness, students should stay home if unwell. Any student should also feel free to wear a mask if they wish to do so while at school.

For any absence, whether ill-health (including COVID-19) or otherwise, the College’s preferred platform for reporting this is via our online form which can be found at the button below:

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If you are not able to report your child's absence using the online form, please report their absence via the relevant email address below. If you cannot get through to us via the form or email, please call our attendance line on +64 3 940 2031 (term time only).

COMMUNITY BUSINESS DIRECTORY

The Community Business Directory is on our website and represents over 100 parent businesses. Please take a look at how many businesses you can support locally.
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If you would still like to register your business, complete the following form.
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KEY DATES

  • Friday 20 June – Matariki (College closed)
  • Friday 27 June – Prefects' Assembly, 8.25am
  • Friday 27 June – End of Term 2
  • Monday 14 July – Secondary School Parent-Tutor Conferences
  • Tuesday 15 July – Start of Term 3 classes for all students
  • Saturday 16 August – Senior Formal, Te Pae Christchurch Convention Centre
  • Saturday 29 November – Prizegiving, Wolfbrook Arena

 

For a full list of upcoming school events, please refer to the fixtures page on StACNet.