Anna Hughes

Motueka High School

At Motueka High School there is a strong sense of community and school pride. The genuine sense of care and empathy shown for others is a reflection of the community's rural roots and ensures a safe, supportive learning environment for our students. Our school boasts a high number of notable academic successes every year, celebrated regularly within the school. Academic, sporting, cultural, musical and community achievements are publicised and actively supported by the community with local businesses and individuals sponsoring generous contributions at prize-giving. However, as not every student will have published successes, our general emphasis is for all students at Motueka High School to become well-rounded citizens who will contribute positively to our society. We are very proud of all of the curriculum areas that are offered to students at Motueka High School. One in particular is our world-class Outdoor Education Programme. Being on the doorstep of three National Parks and access to coastal, alpine and cave environments, means our programme is unique and sought after by both domestic and International students. All of our Outdoor Instructors are nationally qualified specialists and our Outdoors Mark certification means that our programme meets the very highest safety standards. We are fortunate at our school to attract dedicated and skilled teachers, several of whom have been formally recognized with National Excellence in Teaching Awards. Motueka High School has more NEiTA Foundation National Excellence in Teaching Awards than any other state secondary school in the country. Our original and polished school productions, our hugely popular Talent Quest and the large plethora of co-curricular and extra-curricular activities are excellent examples of the high standard of teaching and learning that extends beyond the classroom. We look forward to welcoming you into our school. Kia Kaha, Kia Uu, Scott Haines Principal