Schools in Chertsey
Ashburton · Canterbury
There are 2 schools in and around Chertsey, Ashburton (Canterbury) — 2 primary. Chertsey School is the highest-scoring on the SchoolsNearMe value-added composite, which compares every school against its EQI peer group. Each profile is source-linked to Education Counts, ERO and the Ministry of Education.
2 schools · refreshed from Education Counts 2026-07-12. Full methodology.
Schools in Chertsey ranked by value-added score
The SchoolsNearMe composite scores every level against its EQI peer group, so it surfaces schools that get the most out of their students — not just the most advantaged intake. How it's calculated.
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What the record says about Chertsey schools
Plain-language summaries distilled from each school's ERO reports and Ministry records. Every claim is source-linked on the school's profile.
Chertsey School
Chertsey School's most recent ERO review (September 2024) found that most learners achieve at or above curriculum levels in reading, writing and mathematics, with strong inclusive practices supporting learning and wellbeing needs. The school has effective collaborative relationships between board, leaders, teachers and whānau, and is actively working to increase regular attendance towards the national target.
Full source-linked profile →Dorie School
Dorie School's most recent ERO review (November 2024) found a large majority of students achieve at or above curriculum level in reading and mathematics, with increasingly equitable outcomes for most students. A majority achieve at or above in writing, though this remains a priority area, particularly for students whose first language is not English. Leaders work collaboratively with teachers to foster a culture of high-quality teaching and learning, and the school provides effective support for students with additional learning needs through targeted programmes. Composite score: 76.
Full source-linked profile →Frequently asked questions about Chertsey schools
What schools are in Chertsey?
Chertsey, Ashburton has 2 schools on our records (2 primary): Chertsey School, Dorie School. Every school links to a source-backed profile with ERO history, NCEA results and audited financials.
What is the best school in Chertsey?
On the SchoolsNearMe value-added composite — which scores each school against its EQI peer group across all year levels — Chertsey School ranks highest among Chertsey schools (93/100). "Best" depends on what you value — compare profiles to weigh academic results, ERO trajectory, retention and wellbeing.
What is the school zone for Chertsey?
Many New Zealand state schools operate an enrolment zone (home zone), so your home address — not just the suburb — determines which in-zone state schools you can enrol at. Living in Chertsey does not guarantee a place at any particular school. Check each school's current zone with the school directly or use our by-address tool to see which schools cover a specific Chertsey address.
Decile or EQI — how are Chertsey schools rated for socio-economic need?
New Zealand replaced the decile system with the Equity Index (EQI) in 2023. A lower EQI means a more socio-economically advantaged community; a higher EQI means greater need. EQI is a funding tool, not a quality measure — a high-EQI school can outperform a low-EQI one. The SchoolsNearMe composite controls for EQI so a school serving a more disadvantaged community isn't unfairly penalised.
Source data: Education Counts (NCEA, retention, destinations, discipline, funding) · Ministry of Education (roll, EQI, identity) · Education Review Office (reviews).