Schools in Rolleston
Canterbury · New Zealand
There are 10 schools in and around Rolleston (Canterbury) — 8 primary, 1 secondary. Te Rau Horopito 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.
10 schools · refreshed from Education Counts 2026-07-12. Full methodology.
Schools in Rolleston 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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Wellbeing100Trajectory—ERO review75 - View profile →
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Wellbeing79Trajectory100ERO review81 - View profile →
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/ 100 composite
Wellbeing100Trajectory43ERO review81 - View profile →
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Wellbeing81Trajectory65ERO review76 - View profile →
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Wellbeing56Trajectory87ERO review81 - View profile →
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Academic79Outcomes47Retention83Wellbeing25Trajectory100ERO review80 - View profile →
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/ 100 composite
Wellbeing33Trajectory80ERO review85 - View profile →
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Wellbeing67Trajectory41ERO review77 - View profile →
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Wellbeing0Trajectory100ERO review83 - View profile →
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Wellbeing0Trajectory100ERO review74
What the record says about Rolleston schools
Plain-language summaries distilled from each school's ERO reports and Ministry records. Every claim is source-linked on the school's profile.
Rolleston Christian School
Rolleston Christian School's October 2024 ERO review found that most learners achieve at or above expected curriculum levels in reading, writing and mathematics, with a strong sense of belonging supported by programmes aligned to school values. The school demonstrates strong relational trust and effective collaboration, with a responsive localised curriculum and well-embedded inquiry model supporting teacher professional growth. The school achieved a composite score of 81.
Full source-linked profile →Broadfield School
Broadfield School is a full primary school serving 142 students in Rolleston, Canterbury. The Board has attested to meeting all regulatory and legislative requirements as of March 2024, with board administration and curriculum requirements confirmed as met in the May 2024 ERO board assurance review.
Full source-linked profile →Clearview Primary
Clearview Primary's 2024 ERO review found most students are engaged and make sustained progress, supported by collaborative leadership that builds relational trust across the school. Teachers create well-paced learning environments for all learners, with curriculum leaders effectively supporting professional growth. The school has a strong environment supporting student physical and emotional wellbeing, achieving a composite score of 76.
Full source-linked profile →Waitaha School
Waitaha School's ERO review (March 2024) found that school systems enable students to progress toward individual learning goals including communication and self-management. The school fosters inclusive relationships through collaborative and supportive practices that incorporate whānau views in learning plans. School leaders promote ongoing improvement through distributive leadership that encourages staff collaboration and adaptive practice.
Full source-linked profile →Rolleston College
Rolleston College's Board of Trustees attested to meeting all regulatory and legislative requirements as of March 2024, with Board Administration and Curriculum requirements confirmed in the April 2024 ERO board assurance review. No composite score is currently available for this school.
Full source-linked profile →West Rolleston Primary School
West Rolleston Primary School demonstrates strong leadership at all levels and is highly inclusive, hosting a satellite class from Waitaha Special School. The school shows clear commitment to learner wellbeing and sense of belonging through lived values. Achievement data in writing is lower than in reading and maths, and the school is partnering with ERO to evaluate learner progress in this area. Composite score: 85.
Full source-linked profile →Rolleston School
Rolleston School's 2019 ERO review found most students achieved expectations in reading, writing and mathematics with upward trends, though disparities exist for Māori students and boys in literacy. The school has implemented intervention programmes that have accelerated progress for Māori and priority students. The school is noted for its integrated curriculum, strong leadership focused on achievement, and inclusive culture supporting student wellbeing.
Full source-linked profile →Te Rōhutu Whio
Te Rōhutu Whio is a full primary school serving 325 students in Rolleston. A 2023 board assurance review found the board had attested to meeting regulatory requirements in board administration, curriculum, and health, safety and welfare management. No composite score was available.
Full source-linked profile →Lemonwood Grove School
Lemonwood Grove School's board of trustees attested to meeting all regulatory and legislative requirements as of October 2024, with board administration and curriculum requirements confirmed in the February 2025 board assurance review. No composite score data is currently available for this school.
Full source-linked profile →Frequently asked questions about Rolleston schools
What schools are in Rolleston?
Rolleston has 10 schools on our records (8 primary, 1 secondary): West Rolleston Primary School, Rolleston College, Rolleston Christian School, Te Rōhutu Whio, Te Rau Horopito, Broadfield School, Rolleston School, Waitaha School, Lemonwood Grove School, Clearview Primary. Every school links to a source-backed profile with ERO history, NCEA results and audited financials.
What is the best school in Rolleston?
On the SchoolsNearMe value-added composite — which scores each school against its EQI peer group across all year levels — Te Rau Horopito ranks highest among Rolleston schools (87/100). On NCEA and University Entrance results, Rolleston College leads the local secondary schools. "Best" depends on what you value — compare profiles to weigh academic results, ERO trajectory, retention and wellbeing.
What is the school zone for Rolleston?
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 Rolleston 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 Rolleston address.
Decile or EQI — how are Rolleston 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).