St Margaret’s College offers over 30 different sports, at all levels of ability, and our students enjoy sports facilities that are among the best in Christchurch and throughout New Zealand.

At the competitive level, teams and individuals participate in local, national and international tournaments and we support multiple New Zealand representatives and national champions.

With the support of an experienced and knowledgeable team of staff and coaches, girls are given opportunities to participate in inter-school competitions, internal College events, personal fitness programmes, leadership opportunities and educational programmes.

At a social level, joining a sports team is an excellent way for students to make friends, build connections and develop skills and values, including collaboration, communication, confidence and resilience.

Our priority is to support students in developing and maintaining lifelong exercise habits in a sporting environment that is emotionally, socially and physically secure. Participation in sport through playing, coaching, managing and officiating sports is strongly encouraged, providing opportunities for the girls to have fun, form friendships, and improve physical and mental skills.