Our Purpose, Vision, Values

Kelston Girls' College is the only state secondary school for girls in West Auckland.

Since its official establishment in 1963, we have cultivated a strong tradition of academic, cultural, arts, and sporting excellence. We are not just proud of our past, we are actively shaping our students as culturally connected ākonga to be confident agents of change for the future.

  • 1954: A Foundation of Growth: The school began as a co-educational institution. Rapid growth and the recognised need for a focused environment for young women led to its segregation in 1959, and the formal establishment of Kelston Girls’ High School in 1963.

  • Unique Legacy: We hold a unique and important place in the region, being the only state secondary school exclusively dedicated to the education and empowerment of young women in West Auckland.

  • The College Era: Following our 50th jubilee in 2004, our name was formally updated to Kelston Girls' College, signalling our focus on learning pathways to set our students up for future pathways and preparation for tertiary education.

Purpose

Kia mōhio kia rangatira / To wisdom with honour

Vision

Culturally connected ākonga with the mōhiotanga to be agents of change

Values

Manaaki i a Tātou
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​​​​​​​Respect Ourselves

Manaaki i a Rātou
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​​​​​​​Respect Others

Manaaki i te Hapori
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​​​​​​​Respect the Community

Our commitments to our community

  • We value and apply the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi in our governance, policies, and practices.

  • We are committed to meeting the holistic needs of every student, supporting their academic, emotional, and physical well-being.

  • We actively acknowledge and celebrate the importance of cultural diversity in all aspects of school life, creating an inclusive community.

  • We value the benefits of a strong, co-operative partnership between home, school, and the wider community to support student success.

  • We foster high academic standards through dedicated and responsive teaching and learning environments.

  • We provide a comprehensive range of learning opportunities and experiences, encompassing academic success, sport, art, cultural immersion, and social growth.

  • We ensure the student remains central in the learning process, empowering them to take ownership of their educational journey.

  • We ensure our young women gain valuable workplace experiences and leave with a clear career pathway, connecting them directly to the future.

  • We promote the strength of women in society, and champion democratic principles and social justice for all our students.