• Felting Workshop

    Participate in a local felting workshop for 2.5-3 hours with Loretta from ‘House of Felt’. Ask us about the special rate per person including all materials. Take home a piece of NZ.

  • Golfing

    Play a round of golf at the local picturesque Ellesmere Golf club. It is an 18 hole par 72 golf course, situated on flat land and is suitable for players of all fitness levels.

  • Maths Club

    For those students wanting extra tuition on mathematics. Classes are run at the college Monday through Friday at lunchtime and after school Monday through Thursday for 1hr 20mins.

  • Dance Classes

    Join dance classes run at the college by local instructor Emma Dunlop from Rhythm and Dance Studios . A new dance routine every class on Tuesdays.

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We offer exclusive educational programmes that cater to international students interested in Māori culture, farming/agriculture, natural horsemanship, and the history of early European settlers (pilgrims). We have term programmes through to full year.

Exclusive International Programmes
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Table showing different sports activities and their availability for three age groups: Year 7-8, Year 9-10, and Year 11-13. Checkmarks indicate participation options.
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SPORTS

At Ellesmere College – Te Kāreti o Waihora, we offer a diverse and inclusive sports programme that encourages student participation across various disciplines.

🏫 Sports Offered at Ellesmere College

Students at Ellesmere College – Te Kāreti o Waihora, have the opportunity to engage in a wide range of sports, including:

  • Rugby

  • Volleyball

  • Basketball

  • Tennis

  • Archery

  • Netball

We boast extensive sports facilities, such as a large gymnasium, tennis and netball courts, a dance studio, and soccer and rugby fields. These facilities support our ākonga in developing their skills and participating in various competitions at differing levels.