Schools in Winton
Otago & Southland · New Zealand
There are 4 schools in and around Winton (Otago & Southland) — 3 primary, 1 secondary. St Thomas School (Winton) 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.
4 schools · refreshed from Education Counts 2026-07-12. Full methodology.
Schools in Winton 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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80
/ 100 composite
Wellbeing100Trajectory46ERO review84 - View profile →
77
/ 100 composite
Wellbeing55Trajectory97ERO review83 - View profile →
69
/ 100 composite
Academic69Outcomes52Retention78Wellbeing86Trajectory73ERO review79 - View profile →
39
/ 100 composite
Wellbeing0Trajectory35ERO review75
What the record says about Winton schools
Plain-language summaries distilled from each school's ERO reports and Ministry records. Every claim is source-linked on the school's profile.
St Thomas School (Winton)
St Thomas School (Winton) received a regular ERO review in February 2025. Most students achieve at or above expected curriculum levels in reading, writing and mathematics, with strong progress for learners requiring additional support through targeted interventions. The school prioritises learner wellbeing through a responsive culture and inclusive environment, supported by strong leadership that drives continuous improvement.
Full source-linked profile →Heddon Bush School
Heddon Bush School's board assurance review in August 2023 confirmed the board has met all regulatory and legislative requirements as of October 2022, with board administration and curriculum requirements also met. No composite score was available for this review type.
Full source-linked profile →Central Southland College
Central Southland College's board attested in June 2023 that it meets all regulatory and legislative requirements, with board administration and curriculum requirements confirmed. No active Ministry of Education intervention is in place.
Full source-linked profile →Frequently asked questions about Winton schools
What schools are in Winton?
Winton has 4 schools on our records (3 primary, 1 secondary): Central Southland College, Heddon Bush School, St Thomas School (Winton), Winton School. Every school links to a source-backed profile with ERO history, NCEA results and audited financials.
What is the best school in Winton?
On the SchoolsNearMe value-added composite — which scores each school against its EQI peer group across all year levels — St Thomas School (Winton) ranks highest among Winton schools (80/100). On NCEA and University Entrance results, Central Southland 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 Winton?
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 Winton 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 Winton address.
Decile or EQI — how are Winton 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).