Palmerston North Boys’ High School



  1. From the Rector

    Dear Parents, The end of another busy term has arrived, and, despite the unfortunate disruptions, our young men continue to be ... Read more…
  2. From the Deputy Rector

    Kia ora, Tēnā koutou katoa, Fakaalofa lahi atu, Tālofa lava kia orana, Mālō e lelei Mālō nī, Ni sa bula vinaka, Tālofa It is ... Read more…
  3. Video: Term Two 2023

    Term two has been incredibly busy! Check out this photo compilation for a snapshot of what has happened over the last ten weeks. Read more…
  4. PNBHS Pasifika Group – FIAFIA Night and Pasifika Fusion 2023

    Talofa lava, malo lelei, bulavinaka, kia orana, and warm Pacific greetings to all families of the 2023 Palmerston North Boys’ High ... Read more…
  5. National Representatives 2023

    Huge congratulations to the young men who have been selected for international teams and groups during 2023. It is fantastic to see ... Read more…
  6. North Island Brain Bee Competition

    Year 11 accelerate students Nadith Rathnayake and Jeremy Wang competed in the North Island Brain Bee competition at the Auckland ... Read more…
  7. Year 10 Student Finalist in Prestigious Mathematics and Physics Competition

    Congratulations to Kexu Chen who is a finalist in the 2023 New Zealand Physics and Mathematics Competition sponsored by the University ... Read more…
  8. Squash Success for Brodie Bennett

    Congratulations to Year 10 student Brodie Bennett who recently finished in second place in the Central Districts Open Men’s Squash ... Read more…
  9. Jesse Franks Selected for SGCNZ Production

    Congratulations to Year 12 student Jesse Franks who, following his performances at the regional Sheilah Winn Shakespeare Festival at ... Read more…
  10. Ben Shirley Selected for New Zealand Team

    Congratulations and good luck to Year 12 student Ben Shirley who has been selected to represent New Zealand at the 2023 World Skate ... Read more…
  11. Junior Art Examinations

    The recent Junior Visual and Digital Art examinations gave students a chance to complete their projects. We are very proud of this ... Read more…
  12. Physical Education and Health Department

    The Year 9 and 10 Physical Education classes have been fitness testing over the last few weeks. As parents, we ask that you please ... Read more…
  13. Manawatu Secondary Schools Table Tennis Teams Competition – Term 2

    In the Term 2 Teams Table Tennis Competition, the school had 96 registered table tennis players. These players created their own teams ... Read more…
  14. Much Ado About Nothing presented by The Rector’s Company

    All aboard the SS Medina for mayhem and mischief Shakespearean style!! Read more…
  15. Library News

    We have just welcomed Jared Innes (Year 11) as the final new recruit to our Student Librarian team. When the seniors go on study leave ... Read more…
  16. Music Department Update

    After a tumultuous six weeks for the Music Department, the competition season has all but finished; and it has been a pretty ... Read more…
  17. Leo Mwape at Race Unity Speech Competition Finals

    After winning the regional Race Unity Speech competition earlier this term Year 12 student Leo Mwape competed in the national finals ... Read more…
  18. Manawatū Secondary Schools Orienteering Championships

    There were 77 competitors at this year's Manawatū Secondary Schools Orienteering championships. Our team of 30 all did very well with ... Read more…
  19. Softball and Baseball Success for Jaden Hita

    Year 12 student Jaden Hita had a successful and busy summer on the diamond with both Softball and Baseball, travelling weekly from ... Read more…
  20. Hawke's Bay Festival of Bands

    The Senior Concert Band and PNBHS Stage Band travelled to Lindisfarne College, Hastings to take part in the Hawkes Bay Festival of ... Read more…
  21. New Zealand Super Eight Schools Badminton

    The 2023 New Zealand Super Eight Schools Badminton Tournament was played in Hamilton on Monday 12th and Tuesday 13th of June. On day ... Read more…
  22. Secondary School MX (Motocross) Challenge

    A small PNBHS team competed in the Secondary School MX (Motocross) Challenge in Rotorua on Friday the 26th of May. All of the team ... Read more…
  23. Tane Neilson Represents Central North Island at the New Zealand Schools’ Debating Competition

    Over the weekend of May 26th - 29th, PNBHS Senior A debater Tane Neilson competed as part of the Central North Island team at the New ... Read more…
  24. Year 9 Enrolments 2024

    2024 Year 9 Enrolments close at 4.00pm on Monday 28 August. Read more…
  25. Testimonials for School Leavers

    All young men in Years 12 and 13 who are leaving school at the end of this year should request a testimonial. Read more…
  26. School Holiday Office Hours

    Please find below the office hours over the Christmas/New Year holiday period. Read more…
  27. Madagascar Jr!! A Musical Adventure

    From the team that brought Moana Jr to the stage, comes a feast of colourful, vibrant fun in the July School Holidays!! Kade Kareko, ... Read more…
  28. Resources for NCEA Students in 2023

    NCEA does not have to be difficult. With the proper preparation and focus on high-yield material, merits and excellences will be very ... Read more…
  29. Video: Enrol to Vote

    The 2023 General Election will be held on Saturday 14 October 2023.  Young men who are aged 18 years or over and are New Zealand ... Read more…
  30. Have You Thought About Hosting An International Student?

    Payment: Students come for a range of short-term and long-term opportunities. Please contact our Homestay Coordinator Rachel Lee ... Read more…
  31. Attention PNBHS Old Boys

    We would love you to update your contact details with us, as we have huge gaps in our database. Read more…
  32. How to Raise Kids Who Aren’t Assholes

    Science-based Strategies for Better Parenting – from Tots to Teens, written by Melinda Wenner Moyer Read more…
  33. Wellbeing Resources for Young Men and their Whānau

    There are many everyday things that we can all do to help with our physical and mental health and overall wellbeing: Sometimes we ... Read more…
  34. Our Sponsors

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