School News

  • 20 Feb

    Welcoming our International Students

    The International Department at Westland High School is experiencing a strong period of growth, with 14 international students enrolled this...

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  • 19 Feb

    Coast to Coast success

    It was the largest group of students that tried their hand at the Coast to Coast this year. A couple of them for the second time and others ...

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  • 11 Dec

    Ka kite ano to our international students

    Auf Wiedersehen to Clara, Merle, Fynn, Henri and Paul 2025 has been an incredibly busy and rewarding year in the International Department. W...

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  • 10 Dec

    Cultural Food Festival at Westland High School!

    Our Year 7–10 students have just completed their Cultural Food Festival, proudly supported by Te Tai O Poutini West Coast Multicultural Co...

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  • 04 Dec

    Spirit of Adventure

    Recently, some Year 10 students went on the Spirit of Adventure experience. Here are some reflections from the students, with special thanks...

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  • 17 Nov

    Ecovibe – Term 4 Programme

    3 Days in Kawatiri! During the NCEA exam study leave our international students experience an alternative programme of activities. The first...

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  • 02 Nov

    The HETTANZE Burger Competition

    Middle school Students Shine! This term kicked off with some sizzling excitement as our students took part in HETTANZE – The Great Bu...

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  • 17 Sep

    One week in Outdoor Education

    Seven days in Outdoor Education saw the Middle School class head to Cedar Flats and the Senior students go to Carroll Hutt. Scenes like thes...

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  • 16 Sep

    Te hui Ahurei o ngā kura o Te Tai Poutini

    What an amazing day it was! Thank you to every single person who helped to make this revered event happen for the community. It really was ...

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  • 28 Aug

    Theatrefest

    Six of our senior students attended Theatrefest in Nelson recently. Hokitika Dramatic Society’s youth contingent, which is made up of ...

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  • 27 Aug

    How to select your courses

    Course selections are made through the KAMAR Student Portal. Follow the instructions to learn more. Before you start, have you: Read throu...

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  • 27 Aug

    Year 13 courses at Westland High School

    All learners will be working toward completing their NCEA Level 3 qualification. In Year 13 students are expected to select 5 subjects. Tra...

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