whakapapa
connection
mātau
competence
tū maia
confidence
ahuatanga
character
CONNECTION
We want all learners to feel a sense of belonging in our school and to our whanau. There is a very strong connection between whanau and learning. Our Year 9 and 10 learners primarily learn in whanau-based groupings, with the majority of their learning leaders also being from the same whanau.
CONFIDENCE
Alfriston College celebrates the achievements of our learners in many ways. Whanau have celebration assemblies each term to acknowledge the accomplishments of their learners in the four dimensions of: Academic,Community,Culture, Sport
COMPETENCE
Alfriston College runs 90 minute learning periods. This means that most learners have Whanau-based Learning Advisory (in Hapu with an Amokura) and three classes per day. 90 minute lessons allow for more in depth and uninterrupted learning to occur.
CHARACTER
Each of the five Whānau provides an effective environment for learning and growth, social interaction, leadership opportunities and mutual support while also maintaining a unique culture of its own through its colours, mottos, flags and traditions.
LATEST NEWS
Oct 14th, 2025
He iti nō te rahi, engari he nui te kaha. ‘Small in number, but great in strength.'![]()
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Te Kahikatoa Kapa Haka performed on Saturday at Te Ahurea Tino Rangatiratanga hosted by Te Kura Māori ō Nga Tapuwae. Our learners demonstrated the commitment and discipline they are known for. ![]()
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The group placed in the top five - their highest placing ever in this competition. They recieved the award for kākahu in acknowledgement of their 'dress' during the whole festival, not just on stage.![]()
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Special acknowledgememts to tutors: Lisa Takuira, Wirihana Takuira, Paine Nicholas and Konyé Cummings.![]()
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Whakamihi ki a koutou katoa. ![]()
www.youtube.com/watch?v=PiSR4u0-s4I
Oct 10th, 2025
Augustin (12KTK) was fortunate to be selected for a voyage with the Spirit of Adventure Trust. Tino sailed for 10 days out and around the Coromandel Peninsula and Aotea Great Barrier Island.
UPCOMING EVENTS
October
November
OPENING HOURS
Learners:
Monday – Tuesday,
Thursday – Friday
School starts at 9.00am and finishes at 3.00pm.
Wednesday Early Finish
School starts at 9.00am and finishes at 2.30pm
Main Reception:
8.00am to 4.00pm
Student Services:
8.30am to 4.00pm
Cashier’s Office:
Wednesday:
8.30-9.20am, 10:30-11.00am,
12.30pm-1.00pm
Other Days:
8.30-9.20am, 11.00am – 11.30pm,
1.00pm-1.30pm
TERM DATES 2025
Term 1
Friday, 21 January – Friday, 11 April
Term 2
Monday, 28 April – Friday, 27 June
Term 3
Monday, 14 July – Friday, 19 September
Term 4
Monday, 6 October – Thursday, 11 December