A message from the Principal

At Riccarton High School, we pride ourselves on the individual attention and support we give our students as they strive to become morally responsible, academically focused and globally connected young men and women.

The school also focuses on the importance of character building through Te Wairua o Putaringamotu – the Riccarton Way, and its associated values of commitment, honesty, respect and excellence, in addition to the meaning behind the school’s motto: “disce ut prosis” – learn that you may be of service.

We are a vibrant and diverse community that defines success in a number of different ways. Each year we celebrate our academic achievements, which remain above national averages. A large number of our students represent the school, our province and our country in a wide range of sporting, musical and cultural endeavours.

We are proud of our modern student-centred curriculum that is technology rich and responsive to the needs of our students.

Our school works hard to meet the expectations of our community. We aspire to be the school of choice for every family in our community.

We very much look forward to meeting you and forming an exciting and fulfilling partnership in the pursuit of success for every student.

Carpe diem.

Neil Haywood

Principal