OUR CURRICULUM
We offer a diverse, innovative and rich curriculum within the context of mixed ability classes. The expectation of our community is that we uphold excellence in all aspects of learning. The College has a culture of motivated students and teachers focussed on learning. Students can choose from a wide range of subjects. They are encouraged to select courses that they enjoy, are good at and that form part of their identified pathways for the future.
Wellington Girls’ College places a priority on developing the full range of each student’s abilities, including, but not restricting them to the traditional academic pursuits. The College places importance on literacy and numeracy and encourages all students to study an English, Mathematics and Science subject to senior level. From 2024 all students will study Physical Education and Health until the end of Year 11. Classes are not streamed.
All Year 9 students study in each of the eight essential learning areas: English, Mathematics, Science, Social Sciences, Physical Education & Health, the Arts, Technology and Languages. Course booklets, outlining option subjects, will be provided to students prior to their enrolment interview so that they can make an informed choice.
The College has a strong focus on integrating ICT with learning as we believe that this is a fundamental tool for learning and communicating across the communities of which our students will be a part. We operate a wireless environment and students need to bring their own digital device to school.
Wellington Girls’ College students are encouraged to enter NCEA examinations from Level 2 in Yr 12 and many choose to enter Scholarship exams as well. From 2024, we will not be assessing Yr 11 students for Level 1. Our performance in NCEA sits consistently alongside that of the highest performing schools in New Zealand and ranks well above national standards for Decile 8-10 girls’ schools. Our pass rates at all levels have been well over 90% for the last 11 years and our Excellence and Merit results far exceed comparable schools locally and nationally.
