Palmerston North Boys’ High School



  1. From the Rector

    Dear Parents, Welcome to the first newsletter of the 2024 school year. I would like to extend a special welcome to all the ‘new’ ... Read more…
  2. From the Deputy Rector

    The 2024 school year has started and so has our work to achieve our school visionOur school values - - are an integral part of this ... Read more…
  3. Welcome to our New Staff Members

    A very warm welcome to the new staff members who joined us at the beginning of the 2024 school year (left to right): Mr. Andre de ... Read more…
  4. Pōwhiri to Welcome Our New Students and Whānau

    Our 2024 Year 9 students as well as new students at other year levels and their whānau were welcomed to Palmerston North Boys’ High ... Read more…
  5. Staff Farewells

    In recent weeks we have farewelled two valued members of our support staff. Mrs Kennedy joined the staff in the PNBHS Library in ... Read more…
  6. 2024 PNBHS Student Leaders

    Head Prefect Jake Makill, Deputy Head Prefects Jack Trotter and Saem Millward, and Prefects Jamie Bennett, Sam McKerras and Leo Mwape ... Read more…
  7. Club Leaders for 2024

    Congratulations to the young men who have been selected as Club Leaders for 2024.  The Club competition - the Shand Shield - is an ... Read more…
  8. New Zealand Representatives 2024

    Huge congratulations to the young men who have been selected for international teams and groups during 2024. It is fantastic to see ... Read more…
  9. Prefect's Assemblies

    Thank you to our Prefects who began their weekly assemblies in week four of the term.  These assemblies, led by the Head and Deputy ... Read more…
  10. Automotive at PNBHS

    PNBHS is thrilled to have started our latest initiative, an Automotive course for our year 12 and 13 students. We now have a workshop ... Read more…
  11. Community Service Recognition Through SVA (Student Volunteer Army)

    We encourage all young men, regardless of their year level, to register for the SVA Service Award. This award recognises the positive ... Read more…
  12. PNBHS Athletics Championships

    The annual PNBHS Athletics Championships are a real highlight of the school year and it was fantastic to see very high levels of ... Read more…
  13. Year 9 Parents Study Support Presentation

    Dear Year 9 Parents We will be holding a Year 9 Parents Study Support Presentation at College House, North Street, Palmerston North ... Read more…
  14. Video: Super Eight Schools Ngā Tākaro Māori

    “Mā te tā, mā te karo e ora ai ngā pūkōrero.” Twelve players from each Super Eight kura competed at the Super Eight Ngā Tākaro Māori ... Read more…
  15. RIPORIPO MURAL PROJECT

    At the end of 2023, an application was put forward to Creatives NZ for funding for a mural to be painted on the school grounds. Past ... Read more…
  16. Chitty Chitty Bang Bang

    With only 2 weeks till opening night, the PNBHS/PNGHS Senior Production Company is entering the final stages of rehearsal with body ... Read more…
  17. March PTA Meeting & AGM

    The Parent-Teacher Association (PTA) is a proactive group that is keen to support the education of young men at Palmerston North Boys' ... Read more…
  18. Junior Musical Theatre

    JMT 2024 kicks off Thursday, Feb 29 at 8.15am. 20 keen young men have applied to be in the cast under the direction of Kirsten Clark ... Read more…
  19. 'EXCELLENCE' ART EXHIBITION

    The 'Excellence' Exhibition will be open for public viewing upstairs at Te Manawa Art Gallery from Saturday 20th April. This annual ... Read more…
  20. Library News

    We were very sad to say goodbye to Mrs Deborah Kennedy, who has worked here in the library for 23 years in a part-time Library ... Read more…
  21. PNBHS Library - February Acquisitions

    Check out the latest additions to the PNBHS Library which are now available for students to borrow.  Click here to access the PNBHS ... Read more…
  22. Super Eight Volleyball Report

    The PNBHS Premier A Volleyball team recently competed in the Super Eight Volleyball Competition held in Hastings. Below is the ... Read more…
  23. 10,000m Championship

    Well done to everyone who competed in the 10,000m Championships. It was fantastic to see a large field of about 50 competitors at ... Read more…
  24. 5,000m Championship

    A huge field of 135 competitors was at school early on Friday, February 23 to contest the 5,000m Championship - well done to all ... Read more…
  25. Athletics Preliminaries

    Our Athletics Preliminaries on Thursday, February was an incredibly positive day, characterised by high levels of participation and ... Read more…
  26. PNBHS Students Compete in Mini Stocks in Paradise

    Well done to the young men who competed in the recent Mini Stocks in Paradise event in Rotorua, the unofficial mini stocks national ... Read more…
  27. Mr van Stipriaan Second at World Indoor Rowing Championships

    Congratulations to Mr van Stipriaan who finished second equal in the 50 - 54 years lightweight men's 500m race at the World Indoor ... Read more…
  28. Message from our Student Support Centre

    Our Student Support Centre ask that you please name all property that your son brings to school.  This includes all items of his ... Read more…
  29. College House 2025 Year 9 Enrolment Timeline

    Are you considering boarding for your son in 2025? Read more…
  30. PNBHS Automatic Payment Form

    Many parents find it helpful to start an automatic payment to credit funds into their son's account to cover school fees and ... Read more…
  31. Hidden Potential: How to Nurture Your Child to Help Them Succeed

    If you are concerned by your child’s uninspiring exam grades or sporting performance, psychologist Adam Grant has some good news. Read more…
  32. Relief Teachers Wanted

    We are looking to employ high-quality relief teachers for Palmerston North Boys’ High School. Our school is a busy place with a range ... Read more…
  33. What Are Your Son's Goals for 2024?

    Goal setting for teens can be daunting: teens have big ideas and big dreams but don’t yet have the experience of breaking down and ... Read more…
  34. Join the Palmy Boys' PTA

    The Parent-Teacher Association (PTA) is a proactive group that is keen to support the education of young men at Palmerston North Boys' ... Read more…
  35. A Great Gift at Any Time of the Year - Entertainment App Fundraiser

    Are you looking for a great gift for family and friends? Read more…
  36. Our Sponsors

    Thank you for your on-going contribution and support. Read more…