Haere mai ki te Kura o Waimairi-iri

Burnside High School is a successful and highly regarded school.  As one of the largest secondary schools in New Zealand, our students have a wealth of opportunities in all aspects of their learning.

Our ethos is exhibited through our BHS values:

Manaakitanga - Be Respectful to everyone and the environment

Mana - Have Pride in yourself, our school and community

Rangatiratanga - Strive to Excel in learning and in life

Burnside High School is a safe and friendly place to be, where learning, excelling and reaching potential is emphasised and celebrated.  We are committed to education the whole person.  Our school culture - Personal excellence and care for others - underpins our success.  All learning experiences, whether inside or outside of the classroom, aim to engage, challenge and support students.

We want every Burnside High School student to:

• be an inclusive, involved citizen; and a successful, self-managing life-long learner
• be able to develop to their full academic, creative, and sporting potential; and to give service to others
• build caring, positive, supportive and respectful relationships in both the school and wider community

Our students achieve excellent results in National Certificate of Educational Achievement (NCEA).  They regularly win scholarships, as well as local, regional, national and international competitions.  Our staff have high standards for themselves and high expectations of the students in their care.

We are proud of our students' extensive achievements in the performing arts( music, drama and dance), the visual arts and sport.  All extra-curricular activities are encouraged and valued as a means of developing talents and interpersonal skills, while foster school pride.  All experiences help build the Burnside High School experience.

I believe in Burnside High School's ability to provide every opportunity for students to be the best that they can be.

We look forward to welcoming you to the Burnside High School Community.

Andrea Griffin

Acting Principal / Tumuaki