Wakatipu High School
Secondary school in Queenstown, New Zealand
Kia Ora, welcome to Wakatipu High School.
We provide students from all cultures an environment focused on academic success and personal growth in an inspiring alpine location.
Achieve Excellence at Wakatipu High School
Welcome to Wakatipu High School (WHS), a top New Zealand secondary school known for its commitment to both academic excellence and personal growth. Our International Department is dedicated to supporting international students, helping them:
- Achieve their academic goals.
- Get involved in extracurricular activities.
- Feel happy and settled in their new home.
Queenstown: A Safe and Stunning Location for International Education
Located in Queenstown, WHS offers international students a fantastic opportunity to pursue their education, improve their English skills, and achieve academic excellence in a safe and stunning environment.
High Standards and Inclusive Access to Quality Education
Enrolling over 1500 students in Years 9-13 (aged 13-19 years old), Wakatipu High School boasts an Equity Index of 412 (EQI), signifying outstanding access to education in New Zealand and a top-tier rating from the Ministry of Education. This allows us to concentrate on providing high-quality learning for all.
Specialised Curriculum and Extensive Extracurricular Opportunities
Wakatipu High School is large enough to offer a specialised curriculum for students, complemented by a wide range of extracurricular activities and sports. Our commitment is to a safe and caring learning environment where every student is known and supported to reach their full potential by building upon their individual talents.
Personalised Learning and Pathways to University Success with Strong Pastoral Care
Choose Wakatipu High School for personalised learning programmes designed to match your abilities and passions – a key reason why a high percentage of our students progress to university or further study, often with scholarships.
About Queenstown
Queenstown is a resort town on Lake Wakatipu in Otago, famous for alpine scenery and adventure tourism. It offers a dynamic hospitality and events scene alongside trails, snowsports and lake activities.
Otago Region
The Otago Region in the southeast of the South Island is a land of mountains, lakes, rivers and a vibrant student city — Dunedin. It’s well-known for its heritage architecture, university culture, outdoor adventures like skiing and hiking, and spectacular landscapes. For international students and agents alike, Otago offers the chance to combine excellent education with lifestyle-rich surroundings. Schools in the region can position themselves as gateways to both study and real-life New Zealand adventure.
Want to know more about Wakatipu High School?
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