Sir Edmund Hillary Collegiate Senior School

Sir Edmund Hillary Collegiate Senior School, located at 2 Franklynne Road in Otara, Auckland, is a prestigious educational institution named after the legendary New Zealand mountaineer Sir Edmund Hillary. The school stands as an embodiment of excellence and determination that its namesake exemplified during his historic climb to Mount Everest'ran.

At the heart of our values is a commitment to fostering resilience, teamwork, respect, integrity, leadership, community service, environmental stewardship, cultural diversity and academic excellence. These principles guide every aspect of life at Sir Edmund Hillary Collegiate Senior School from classroom learning experiences to extracurricular activities.

Our school is situated in the vibrant Otara region which offers a rich blend of cultures, communities, and opportunities for growth. The diverse student body reflects this cultural mosaic with students hailing from various ethnic backgrounds enriching our learning environment.

Our dedicated Principal is Ms. Jane Thompson who has been steering the school towards academic excellence since 2015. Under her leadership, we have seen a significant improvement in student performance and overall growth both academically and personally. She continues to inspire our students with her passion for education.

Enrolment Process

To enroll at Sir Edmund Hillary Collegiate Senior School, interested parents can visit the school's website or contact the administration directly via phone or email. The process involves submitting an application form along with necessary documents such as proof of residency in Otara and previous academic records.

The admissions team carefully reviews each application to ensure a balanced mix of abilities, backgrounds, and interests among the students. Once selected for interview or further assessment if required by our unique admission process, parents are invited back with their child's consent for an in-person visit.

After successful interviews/assessments, interested families receive a confirmation letter outlining next steps such as medical checks and necessary vaccinations. Parents will be notified of the final decision regarding enrolment within two