Welcome to St Margaret's College

Nau mai, haere mai

Academic results

Our students consistently achieve results amongst the highest nationally and internationally, in the International Baccalaureate and NCEA.

Discover our Preschool

Our qualified teachers develop inquiring minds and a love of learning in our boys and girls.

Visit Paterson Lodge

Located within Arthur’s Pass National Park, Paterson Lodge is the perfect place to enjoyspectacular scenery and world‑class tramping

At the heart of it all,
St Margaret’s College is a family where each girl is valued.

A day in the life of a Senior boarder

Meet Journey, a boarder from North Canterbury who enjoys the access to the College sports facilities.

A day in the life of a Junior School student

Meet Emily, a Year 2 who loves learning to write in her Structured Literacy classes.

A day in the life of a Middle School student

Meet Cece, who loves Materials Technology and plays in a rock band.

A day in the life of an International student

Meet Yibin, who is studying the International Baccalaureate Diploma and values the culture of giving back.

Live

At the heart of our College community, our boarding houses provide a welcoming, safe and happy home-away-from-home for boarders in Year 7-13.

Grow

A dynamic co-curricular programme of more than 80 activities enables our students to discover their passions in the arts, culture, service, sport and technology.

Experience the world-class opportunities available at SMC.