par_004Private Schools in New Zealand

 

Quality education from kindergarten to senior school

ACG Schools are co-educational and share common values while the specialist nature of each means that they offer students a range of programmes in different environments. Together, the Schools provide comprehensive education to children of all ages, from three-month old infants to senior Year 13 students.

 

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 ACG Parnell College  ACG Senior College

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 ACG Strathallan
 ACG Sunderland

 

Personal achievement, examination success, proven quality

ACG aims to provide the best possible education for young people.  At ACG, a dedicated group of professional teachers and support staff are committed to the learning needs of their students. They have created a learning environment that helps students to enjoy their studies and inspires them to be lifelong learners.

In this environment, ACG students have achieved outstanding results both individually and against international academic standards. Since ACG Schools introduced the University of Cambridge International Examinations (CIE) in 2002, our students have achieved over 150 top awards in their subjects, confirming the quality of education provided.

 

Convenient locations around Auckland

With four ACG Schools strategically located around the city, there is one within easy reach for students in any area. From the bustling city centre to the peaceful countryside, each school has its own personality which reflects its environment. Where Auckland transport services are limited, ACG Schools offer dedicated bus services to make access convenient.

 

 

ACG Parnell College

Central location
ACG Parnell College opened in 1998 as one of the first dedicated middle schools in New Zealand. It has developed into a leading school that focuses on the needs of its students.
In 2007, an outstanding new purpose-built campus opened its doors to students from Years 1 to 13.Central location

ACG Parnell College opened in 1998 as one of the first dedicated middle schools in New Zealand. It has developed into a leading school that focuses on the needs of its students.  In 2007, an outstanding new purpose-built campus opened its doors to students from Years 1 to 13.

Conveniently located in the Parnell/Newmarket area, a short distance from the Auckland city centre, the School opens onto one of the city's finest and largest parks, the Auckland Domain. The School makes full use of its excellent location with nearby facilities, such as the Parnell tennis Club, Newmarket Olympic Pools and the War Memorial Museum. 

 

Modern facilities

 

ACG Parnell College is housed in a new 10,000 square metre building with superb teaching spaces plus a wide range of specialist facilities, including a gymnasium, a large library, performance spaces for drama, dance, and music, sophisticated art, technology and computer rooms and a modern cafeteria. The ACG Parnell Primary School occupies an adjacent building with full use of the college building's facilities.

 

Key Facts


  • Continuous educational path from Year 1 to Year 13
  • An outstanding purpose-built school with a wide range of specialist facilities   
  • Conveniently situated in Parnell, a popular central area of Auckland  
  • Easy access to Auckland's bus and train services
  • Close to excellent sporting and cultural amenities
  • Students wear a casual uniform from Kindergarten to Year 12

 

Click here to visit ACG Parnell College webpages

 

ACG Senior College

 

New Zealand's top co-educational senior school

 

ACG Senior College is amongst New Zealand's top academic schools. From its beginning in 1995 as New Zealand's only specialist pre-university centre, the School has become a focus for outstanding educational success. It has consistently ranked as the top co-educational senior school in the country.

 

City centre location


Located right in the heart of Auckland, ACG Senior College students enjoy the vibrancy and energy of inner-city life. The School is housed in an historic building with easy walking access to art galleries, the Auckland City Library, The University of Auckland and AUT University. The Central Business District, Albert Park, the Aotea Centre, the Town Hall and other performing arts centres all add to the range of activities and areas of interest available to students attending ACG Senior College. 

 

Key Facts


  • A specialist pre-university centre with outstanding academic student achievement 
  • Smaller classes, a longer day and longer lessons contribute to effective student learning     
  • A wide range of music and performing arts, activity groups and sports teams
  • Conveniently situated in the heart of Auckland city  
  • Over 25 subjects to choose from, including Classical Studies, Graphic Design, History of Art, Painting, Photography and Thinking Skills  
  • Students wear tidy casual clothing 

 

Click here to visit the ACG Senior College webpages

 

ACG Strathallan

 

A spacious campus in a picturesque location  

 

ACG Strathallan is one of the largest private school complexes in New Zealand. Just five minutes from the Southern Motorway, about 30 minutes south of Auckland City, the School sits in a beautiful position bounded by lush green farmland and the stunning Manukau Harbour. 

The spacious campus consists of 14.5 hectares and has excellent buildings, sports facilities and playing fields. ACG Strathallan's many outdoor facilities and sporting areas ensure that a complete education is provided. The blend of modern, high-tec learning centres and beautiful coastal countryside, close to the city of Auckland, creates the perfect educational environment.

 

Modern facilities

 

The large campus is divided into three areas Preschool, Primary School and College. Each area has its own comprehensive premises. The campus also comprises a number of purpose-built facilities with a fully equipped gymnasium, a specialist fine arts, design & technology block, music suites and a performance theatre. 

 

Key Facts

 

  • Continuous educational path from Junior Infant Centre to Year 13
  • A spacious campus set in park-like grounds on the beautiful Hingaia Peninsula 
  • Proven academic and sports successes on an international level
  • A wide variety of sporting and extra-curricular activities
  • A dedicated school bus transport service covers wide areas of Eastern and Southern Auckland 
  • Students wear a traditional uniform from Kindergarten to Year 12

 

Click here to visit ACG Strathallan webpages

 

ACG Sunderland

 

West Auckland Location

 

ACG Sunderland is West Auckland's only private co-educational school. Conveniently located 5 minutes from the north-western motorway, many students attend the School from the local community as well as from Auckland city and Auckland's North Shore. Students are able to use ACG Sunderland's own school bus service.

 

Modern Facilities

 

ACG Sunderland's campus comprises architecturally designed premises and nine acres of landscaped grounds. As well as providing computer suites, science labs, a well stocked art room and a specialist technology department, the School places emphasis on the performing arts, with specialist music rooms, a band practice room, a drama room and a 250-seat auditorium.   

Some of New Zealand's finest sporting facilities are right next to the School. These are used regularly to provide the students with a diverse range of sporting opportunities. The facilities include extensive netball and tennis courts, a swimming complex, playing fields, athletic tracks and the Trusts Stadium.

 

Key Facts

 

  • Continuous educational path from Kindergarten* to Year 13 
  • Attractive modern campus on landscaped grounds
  • Dedicated school bus transport service
  • A caring and supportive environment with mentoring at all Year levels
  • Close to excellent sporting and cultural facilities
  • A wide range of co-curricular activities, including choirs, music groups, school productions, and an arts festival
  • All students wear a traditional uniform 


*Planned for 2011.

 

Click here to visit ACG Sunderland webpages


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