Secondary (Year 9-15) · State

Morrinsville College

Alexandra Avenue, Morrinsville · Waikato

Total roll 695

EQI 481

Founded 1923

Composite score

Strong

Top 10% in NZ

Rank #15 of scored NZ schools

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Accepts international students (SIEBA member) SIEBA member Consistent excellence (≥80 composite, 2+ cycles) State school Co-educational Secondary school (Secondary (Year 9-15)) EQI 481 Accepts international students Reviewed by Phil Cowie (36-school portfolio)

Best suited for

Students aged 13-18 in Morrinsville looking for a state-funded setting with a strong recent ERO trajectory.

Is Morrinsville College a good school?

Based on the most recent Education Review Office report, Morrinsville College scores 85/100 (Strong) on our composite — top 10% in nz of scored NZ schools. Read the underlying ERO report below for the full evidence.

Strengths from the latest ERO report

Leadership at all levels of the school that prioritises excellent and equitable outcomes and actively pursues student, whānau and iwi aspirations
Teacher capacity-building structures and systems that align with the needs of priority learners and the self-identified professional needs of teachers
An environment where positive and respectful relationships within and beyond the school create a sense of connection and belonging

Summary derived from ERO reports + audited financials + MoE records. Every claim links to its source — see data transparency at the bottom of this page.

Latest ERO review

2022-08-02 · Phil Cowie, Central Region | Te Tai Pūtahi Nui

ERO report

Leadership at all levels prioritises excellent and equitable outcomes and actively pursues student, whānau and iwi aspirations
Teacher capacity-building structures and systems align with the needs of priority learners and self-identified professional needs of teachers
Positive and respectful relationships within and beyond the school create a sense of connection and belonging
School is implementing responsive, differentiated and flexible curriculum design alongside targeted teaching strategies
Strategic priorities focus on developing tailored curriculum and accelerating progress for priority learners, especially Ngāti Haua and Waikato Tainui students

"leadership at all levels of the school that prioritises excellent and equitable outcomes and actively pursues student, whānau and iwi aspirations"
— ERO, 2022-08-02 (leadership)

Trajectory across review cycles

Year-over-year change per dimension based on consecutive ERO reviews.

International students

SIEBA member · Day school only

ESOL support

dedicated class

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Frequently asked

Is Morrinsville College a good school?

What does the latest ERO review say?

ERO's 2022-08 review identified 5 key findings. Leadership at all levels prioritises excellent and equitable outcomes and actively pursues student, whānau and iwi aspirations

How do I enrol my child at Morrinsville College?

Contact the school directly on 07-8898308, email tania-conder@morrcoll.school.nz, or visit www.morrcoll.school.nz. For state schools, check your home address against the school's enrolment zone — some schools are in-zone-only.

What are the fees?

Morrinsville College is a state school. There is no tuition fee for domestic students; voluntary donations may be requested.

What is the roll size?

Morrinsville College has 695 students, with an EQI of 481 (mid-range socio-economic context).

When was the school last reviewed by ERO?

The Education Review Office last reviewed Morrinsville College in 2022-08, signed by Phil Cowie. 4 ERO reports are on file in our archive.

Data transparency

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Last updated

2 Aug 2022

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