On 24 & 25 February 2026, all Year 8 students swapped their classrooms for the lush landscapes of the Auckland Botanical Gardens. Accompanied by teachers and parent helpers, the groups ventured outdoors to witness firsthand how plants adapt to their environments as part of their science unit on biodiversity. The day was packed with fun […]
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This year, we are delighted to introduce a new award generously sponsored by a benefactor, created to recognise exceptional effort in NCEA Scholarship Religious Education. The sponsors are thrilled to acknowledge students who have shown outstanding commitment to deepening their knowledge and understanding of the Catholic Church and its teachings through participation in the Religious Studies
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Congratulations to the students recognised for their 2025 academic success during our recent Academic Honours Assembly. Students were recognised for their success in NCEA and rewarded for their high-level thinking and countless hours of hard work throughout the year. The following remarkable students achieved: SILVER academic badge for achieving Level 1 (50 or above, merit or
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On Monday 2 February 2026, our whole school gathered for the start of our year Mihi Whakatau to welcome Year 7s, new Year 8-13 students, international students, new staff and our new Principal, Mr. Mackenzie, into the Sancta Maria College community. The ceremony began with the sounds of our new taonga pūoro, followed by karanga
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Our Kura is very lucky to welcome new international students from Japan and China into our whānau this term. Some are here for just one term and others are long-term students, intending to finish their secondary school education with us. We would also like to thank and acknowledge the homestay families which open their homes
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Mr Andrew Mackenzie joins the Sancta Maria College whānau as our third Principal, leaving his previous school, Macleans College where he was Associate Principal. Mr Mackenzie was formally welcomed, alongside all of our new staff and students, with a mihi whakatau on Monday 2 February 2026. Mr Mackenzie thanked his whānau, invited guests, tangata whenua
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We begin our 2026 academic year as we welcome six new teaching staff, two new support staff and our new Principal, Mr Andrew Mackenzie. Mr Mackenzie joins us with a wealth of experience in teaching and leadership roles within high schools in Auckland and overseas. In addition to Andrew Mackenzie, we welcome the following six
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We welcomed all new Year 7 students into our school whānau yesterday with an induction day together, warmly greeted by senior students and staff. We formally welcome all new students and staff early next week with a mihi whakatau.
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Our kura came together on Tuesday 9 December 2025 to celebrate and honour the hard work, dedication and academic achievements of our junior students. Congratulations to the following senior students for their service, inspiration and dedication to our special character this year: Special Character Mila Chan Todaishe Chirenje Kaitlyn Clifford Marcus Crivellaro William Darby Ella
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Our kura came together on Monday 8 December 2025 to celebrate and honour the dedication, diligence, service and commitment of our junior students. Below are our 2025 recognition award winners: Year 7 Muriel Anog Diligence Food TechnologyLiam Antonio Diligence Health and Physical Education and Music Mila Chan Diligence Religious Education and Technology Hard Materials Netanya
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