It is very much a college of the local community, though it is only 15 minutes by train from the centre of Wellington. Students at the college excel academically, in sport and in cultural activities.
The college offers programmes in Mathematics, English, Sciences, Music, Drama, Physical Education and Humanities.
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Tawa College has a proud tradition of success in music. Our Dawn Chorus and specialist choirs perform well both nationally and internationally. The college is also well-known for its sporting achievements. A wide range of sports is offered, including football, rugby, hockey, squash, badminton, dragon boating, netball and cricket.
Tawa College is proud of its well-equipped classrooms, modern Music Suite, Information Centre and Recreation Centre with two gymnasiums. The extensive grounds include sports fields and an artificial turf.
The International Dean monitors students’ progress. English language programmes are offered to develop English skills if required. As the college has a relatively small number of International Students they mix readily with New Zealand students. This informal contact has a positive impact on language development.
Excellent pastoral support is provided by the International Dean and Homestay Co-ordinator. Students live with carefully selected homestay families, who provide the opportunity to experience New Zealand culture first-hand.
Tawa College is surrounded by the local Tawa community. It is situated about 9 kilometres from Titahi Bay, where surfing is a popular activity, and 16 kilometres from Wellington City and its beautiful harbour.
Tawa College students consistently achieve Excellence and Merit endorsements in NCEA courses at a rate above the national average. Two senior students were recently awarded Royal Society scholarships to attend the USA Space Camp in Alabama. One student came first in the New Zealand ICAS Writing competition. In Music our students belong to the National Secondary Schools Choir and the National Secondary Schools Brass Band. In sport, our rowers won a gold medal at the Maadi Cup Rowing Competition and our boys’ and girls’ football teams competed in the New Zealand Premier Collegiate Tournament.
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