Kristin Points of Difference

One of New Zealand's leading Independent Schools

Three schools in one – a seamless education from Kindergarten to Year 13

Dual qualification pathways – offering both IB and NCEA to seniors

Ranked amongst the top providers in the world of the prestigious IB Diploma

International opportunities – an impressive selection of Student Exchange links across the globe

Reputation for innovation - renowned for a progressive approach to education, a model of best practice

First in Middle Schooling and recognised as the national leader in specialised Middle School teaching methods

Leading edge ICT environment – supported by an established student laptop programme, a comprehensive wireless network and continuous high-speed internet

North Shore icon - honouring its roots and reflecting the progressive, entrepreneurial culture of the shore

A Library and Information Centre with national recognition for excellence in design

Fostering Sporting Excellence through code specific High Performance Programmes and a Sports Plus Programme that caters for the needs of elite sports people

A School of Snowsports, Ruapehu lodge, and residential Wanaka experience

Tradition of Dramatic Excellence – national reputation for performances of a professional standard

Confident achievers – a student culture of confidence and modest pride

Vision

To provide our students with superior all-round education to prepare them to be responsible world citizens who think creatively, reason critically, communicate effectively and learn enthusiastically throughout life.

Values

  • Determination to achieve excellence
  • Passion for learning
  • Willingness to be innovative
  • Respect for oneself and others
  • Loyalty to, and pride, in Kristin
  • Traditional Christian values

Education Review Office Report

The Education Review Office (ERO) is a Government Department whose purpose it is to evaluate and report publicly on the education and care of students in schools and early childhood services. ERO findings inform decisions and choices made by parents, teachers, managers, trustees and others, at the individual school and early childhood level and at the national level by Government policy makers. Individual review officers carry out these reviews approximately every three years to ensure the provision of education to all young New Zealanders is of an acceptable standard.

Click here to read the most recent report.