Below is a summary of all the schools available in the Queenstown area. For more detailed information on each school, please refer to The
Education Review Office (ERO) website (www.ero.govt.nz). The ERO is the government department which reviews and reports publicly
on the quality of education in all New Zealand schools and early childhood services, including private schools, kura kaupapa Mäori (Mäori
language immersion schools), special schools and ngä köhanga reo (Mäori language early childhood groups).
Nursery and Pre School
Poppets Early Learning Centre, 18 Hamilton Road, Queenstown, +64 3 442 6822
Poppets Early Learning Centre is a new purpose built centre that opened in Queenstown in 2002 in response to community needs. The licensee
and teachers provide an under-two and an over-two programme for children attending on a full, part-time or casual basis.
Queenstown Childcare Centre, 45 Brecon Street, Queenstown, +64 3 442 9217
The Queenstown Childcare Centre Nursery is located close to the kindergarten and primary school in Queenstown. This centre is under the same
management as the Queenstown Childcare Centre Preschool and is situated on the same site. The centre provides high quality care for infants
and toddlers.
Wakatipu Kindergarten, Brecon Street, Queesntown, +64 3 442 6236
Wakatipu Kindergarten is one of five kindergartens operated by the Central Otago Free Kindergarten Association (COFKA). The kindergarten has a
number of children from diverse cultural backgrounds. The teachers encourage parental involvement in the kindergarten programme and
communication with the community.
Queenstown Playcentre, Stanley Street, Queenstown, +64 3 442 9309
The Otago Playcentre Association operates the Queenstown Playcentre. The associations secretary is the licensee. The Playcentre has a parent
committee that is responsible for the day-to-day administration of the centre.
For more information visit www.playcentre.org.nz
Arrowtown Community Preschool, Corner of Durham & Caernarvan streets, Arrowtown, +64 3 442 1416
The Arrowtown Community Pre-school provides a high level of care and education for children. Teachers base this upon high quality programme
planning and delivery, and upon the high levels of cooperation and dedication of the adults. Catering to children over two years.
Arrowtown Montessori, 2/8 Arrow Lane, Arrowtown. +64 3 442 0406
The Arrowtown Montessori Nursery and Preschool are on the same property in adjacent buildings. Both centres share the same educational philosophy
and a number of policies and practices. Children at the centre receive a high quality standard of care and education that is consistent with the
Montessori philosophy.
Frankton Kindergarten, 13 Robertson Street, Frankton, +64 3 442 2744
Frankton Kindergarten is one of 5 kindergartens operated by the Central Otago Kindergarten Association (COKA).
Primary School
Arrowtown School (Year 1-8), Corner of Durham & Caernarvan streets, Arrowtown, +64 3 442 1854 The Year 1 to 8 students of Arrowtown School
have a very attractive and well resourced learning environment. The commitment of the school board, parents and community is evident in the wide
range of additional resources and buildings that have been provided using locally raised funds. The school is modern and provides students with an
attractive physical learning environment.
Queenstown Primary School (Year 1-6), Robins Road, Queenstown, +64 3 442 9120
The school is one of two primary schools providing education for students in the Queenstown area. It has faced significant roll growth over the last few
years. The school board, management and teachers provide students with an attractive environment in which to learn. Student well-being is enhanced
by a peer mediation programme, games and sport organised by staff, with access to the Learning Centre and library during breaks.
Southern Lakes Christian School (Year 1-10), 26 Stanley Street, Queenstown, +64 3 442 8158 The school board, staff and parents provide suitable
premises to support students in their learning. Teachers use a variety of learning resources to assist students in their learning and make good use of
public recreation facilities and the community library.
St Joseph's School, Beetham Street, Queenstown, +64 3 442 8224
St. Joseph's School provides education in a catholic environment.
Secondary School
Wakatipu High School (Year 7-13), Private Bag 50080, Queenstown, +64 3 442 7370
Wakatipu High School has experienced rapid growth in recent years. The School is unique in having the advantages of a rural setting as well as
approximately 740 multi-national students who can choose to study in the secure setting of a Year 7 - 13 school.
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