
Open Days
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To truly grasp the spirit of St Andrew’s, you need to immerse yourself firsthand at one of our Open Days. Each March, we welcome families onto our campus for our annual Open Days when you will be guided by knowledgeable students who showcase our vibrant community. You will explore our state-of-the-art facilities, engage with staff and students, and gain invaluable insights into life at St Andrew's.

Secondary School Open Day and
Boarding Houses Open Day
This year's event was held on Wednesday 5 March 2025.
In March, we host our annual Secondary School Open Day. Expert student guides lead tours highlighting facilities for Year 9–13 students, including visits to key campus buildings, demonstrations, classroom observations, and sports training sessions. Visitors also explore specialised facilities like the Music Department, TV and Media Studio, High-Performance Fitness Centre, Strowan House, Ngā Toi – Performing Arts Centre, and the Centennial Chapel, providing a comprehensive overview of the school's offerings for secondary education.
If you are interested in boarding at St Andrew’s you are also invited to attend the Boarding House Open Day, where you can meet boarding staff and tour our state-of-the-art boarding facilities.
The Open Day concludes with an address from Rector, Mark Wilson, in the Centennial Chapel, who shares the St Andrew’s vision, philosophy and wonderful opportunities on offer for your child.

Preparatory School and Pre-school Open Day
This year's event was held on Thursday 6 March 2025.
Our annual Preparatory School and Pre-school Open Day is also held in March. In the Pre-school, staff conduct personalised tours, while enthusiastic student guides lead tours showcasing the facilities available for Year 1–8 students. Demonstrations in various classrooms provide insights into the learning environment, with regular lessons also taking place. You explore our specialist facilities for art, music, drama, dance, science, food technology, and individual music tuition, as well as outdoor sports and playground facilities, offering a comprehensive view of the Preparatory School's offerings.
Timeline for Year 9 2026 Enrolments
Monday 10 March 2025:
Year 9 Day Student and Boarding Applications close (for siblings of current and past St Andrew's College students, and children of former St Andrew's College students)
Year 9 Boarding Applications close (for all other families)
Friday 4 April 2025:
Year 9 Day Student Applications close (for all other families)
Scholarship Applications close