Scots College Secondary School has always had a reputation for academic excellence, developing young men of character and providing excellent opportunities for the young men who attend it. This has been the case for nearly 100 years and recent developments at the College enhance this.
The Scots College Secondary School roll is 500 students, small enough for each boy to be known, yet large enough to provide a wide variety of opportunities for your son to excel. Boys at Scots achieve superb academic results with a culture that celebrates success and believes learning should be challenging and enjoyable. Although we maintain many proud traditions in our long history we are a modern College with many excellent facilities and a modern curriculum that ensures our students confidently and successfully face the challenges of the future
Scots offers a dual qualification pathway. Students in Years 12 and 13 may either study NCEA or the International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma. Students from Years 9 - 11 follow the Middle Years IB programme and sit the Level 1 NCEA qualification. This modern curriculum has an emphasis on values, internationalism, environmentalism, and equips students with the necessary research and analytical skills to succeed in their futures. There is a strong focus on co-curricluar and community service activities.
Leadership and service have a significant focus as a student moves up the school and students are encouraged to contribute both at Scots and in the community
Scots College manages the development of each secondary college student through the House system. Each House, of which there are eight Scots College, acts as a ‘mini-school’. Here, the student’s development and progress are the responsibility of the House Dean and the two assistant House Deans. The staff provides pastoral care, academic support and guidance during their years at Secondary School. A strong loyalty to their House develops as boys compete in sporting and cultural inter-house competitions.
Co-curricular activities are an integral part of the Scot’s experience. Students are encouraged through the House system and the extensive co-curricular programme to participate in a wide range of activities which cater for a wide range of abilities from the enthusiast to the expert. The College has a long and proud sporting tradition.
Culturally the College offers many opportunities and is noted for its debaters, musicians, Pipe Band and the quality of its productions.
Scots College secondary school prides itself in helping young men to fulfill their potential and we would be delighted to work with you to achieve this.
