Welcome to Pinehurst School

• A world class co-educational independent school, established in 1991, for students from Year 1 (aged 5 years) to Year 13 (aged 17 years).

• First graduating cohort graduated from Year 13 in 2003.

• With a total roll of 1150 on one campus, Pinehurst is structured into two schools, each with their own Heads of School: Primary (Years 1-6) and College (Years 7-13).

• Pinehurst is a values-based, secular, modern and progressive school that offers small class sizes, a strong and vibrant community and a committed team of exceptional teachers.

• Pinehurst is an inclusive school, accepting students of all abilities and aspiring to provide opportunities for all young people who wish to join our community.

• Academic year runs from January to December, with graduation taking place early December.

• In 2002 Pinehurst became the second school in New Zealand to adopt the Cambridge International Examination (CIE) programme.

• Formally recognised as a Centre of Excellence by the Cambridge authorities, Pinehurst has a long and successful association with the University of Cambridge and a deep understanding of how to deliver this progressive curriculum from Primary through to Senior College.

• Pinehurst students achieve exceptional results in the Cambridge International Examinations. Students often attain top honours in New Zealand and the World and are regular attendees at the CIE Outstanding Achiever Awards held annually in Auckland.

VALUES

• Respect for Self

• Respect for Others

• Excellence

MISSION

• Pinehurst will provide each student with an excellent education in a safe, supportive environment that promotes self-discipline, leadership, motivation and excellence in learning.

• Pinehurst will work with parents to guide students towards academic and behavioural excellence, sporting achievement and artistic recognition.

• Pinehurst will employ and develop teachers and support staff who demonstrate excellence in their profession.

• Pinehurst will be internationally recognised for top academic achievement.

• Pinehurst will provide a values-based learning environment which assists students in developing skills to become independent and self-sufficient adults who will succeed and contribute responsibly in the global community.