Scots College

Scots College is a world-class independent Presbyterian day and boarding school with a proud 100-year history. The College’s motto is “Virtutem Paret Doctrina” – let education build all-round character.

Scots College is an International Baccalaureate World School and comprised of three schools in one; Preparatory (boys Yrs 1-6), Middle (boys Yrs 7-10) and Senior (Yrs 11-13). From 2020 Scots College will welcome girls to the Senior School. This decision is made in reflection of providing students with the best start to life and the belief that a co-educational Senior School will best equip these young people for adulthood.

As an IB World School, The School’s core purpose is to develop all-round character. Scots offers a dual qualification pathway with a truly global perspective. With passionate teaching staff who deliver a world class education, students at the School are provided with opportunities in many areas to develop their potential across academia, sport, culture, service and spirituality. Scots College provide an individualised education where every student is known and their educational needs catered for. Small class sizes, dedicated teachers, outstanding facilities and individualised attention helps the School to prepare students for a smooth pathway to tertiary education either in New Zealand or abroad.

At the Prep School, each boy from Years 1 to 6 is assigned to a House. The Middle and Senior School is divided into eight vertically arranged Houses, with students from each year level. Each is a ‘mini school’ of its own, complete with Head (House Dean) and Assistant Teachers, Senior Prefect (Head of House) and Captains (Year 13) of the various xactivities. By providing students with an array of opportunities inside and outside the classroom, the College encourage them to not only explore and recognise the diversity of their talents and abilities but to develop essential leadership skills.

Scots recognises the impact on education in a world where technology continues to disrupt our workforce, fundamentally changing the skills students will need after College. The School focus on equipping students with the skills they need to thrive now and in their futures. Scots continues to making changes to the Senior School to continue to provide students a future focussed educational environment. The knowledge they gain, the values they adopt and the friends they make during their school years will play an important role in shaping their future.

Scots College Provides:

• The full IB World School Programmes (PYP, MYP, IBDP)
• A dual curriculum, teaching both the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme and NCEA.
• Established pathways to top universities in New Zealand and around the world.
• Wide range of subject options – from the arts to sciences, mathematics to languages
• Specialist teachers in all subject areas.
• Small class sizes.
• A tradition of academic, sporting and cultural excellence.
• A personalised education in a safe and nurturing environment.
• A wide variety of extra-curricular activities.
• Commitment to internationalisation and global citizenship.
• A nurturing and supportive environment.
• Links with fellow Independent Wellington Girls’ Schools for an international student pastoral care and experience programme.
• Learning support teachers – ESOL programme
• A variety of extra-curricular activities

Scots College is situated in Strathmore, one of Wellington’s Eastern suburbs. The College occupies a sizeable area of land, with significant outdoor space, allowing students to participate in many activities outside the classroom.

The resources and facilities available to Scots College students are designed for modern schooling. Classrooms are equipped with technology innovations, as are sporting and cultural venues.

Specialist areas such as the Science Block, the Information Centre, The Hodge Sports Centre, all-weather playing courts, and the Tony Shelly Centre provide excellent venues to further enhance student development.

The Creative and Performing Arts Centre provides a new Pipe Band facility, recording studio, Drama rooms, Music rooms, Middle School administration area, offices, Art and Graphics rooms.

Flexible Learning Environments have been introduced to the College over previous years. These spaces help facilitate collaboration and project-based learning. They provide teachers and students with areas to learn in large and small groups, collaborate and break away for independent study.

These resources provide Scots students with a number of opportunities to further enhance their learning.

Address:1 Monorgan Road, Strathmore Park, Wellington 6022, New Zealand

Official website:https://www.scotscollege.school.nz/