Western Heights High School
70 Old Quarry Road Rotorua
Western Heights High School is a Secondary (Year 9-15) located in Rotorua, specifically in the suburb of Rotorua Central. The school operates under the State authority within the Bay of Plenty Region region.
With a roll of approximately 1120 students, Western Heights High School provides a diverse community environment (Co-Educational). Having served the community since February 1961, the school maintains an active presence online at http://www.whhs.school.nz.
School Data & Characteristics
- Org Name
- Western Heights High School
- Telephone
- 07-3495940
- admin@whhs.school.nz
- Contact1 Name
- James Bracefield
- URL
- http://www.whhs.school.nz
- Add1 Line1
- 70 Old Quarry Road
- Add1 Suburb
- Rotorua Central
- Add1 City
- Rotorua
- Add2 City
- Rotorua
- Urban Rural Indicator
- Large urban area
- Org Type
- Secondary (Year 9-15)
- Authority
- State
- CoEd Status
- Co-Educational
- Territorial Authority
- Rotorua District
- Regional Council
- Bay of Plenty Region
- Local Office Name
- Rotorua Office
- Education Region
- Bay of Plenty, Waiariki
- Latitude
- -38.119568
- Longitude
- 176.221187
- EQi Index
- 499
- Total
- 1120
- DateSchoolOpened
- 1961-02-03
- Status
- Open
- Language of Instruction
- Some students taught in te reo Māori
- BoardingFacilities
- No
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Western Heights High School answered for parents and students.
What type of school is Western Heights High School?
Western Heights High School is a Secondary (Year 9-15) school, operating under the State authority in the Bay of Plenty Region region of New Zealand.
Where is Western Heights High School located?
Western Heights High School is located in Rotorua, Rotorua Central, New Zealand. The address is 70 Old Quarry Road Rotorua.
Is Western Heights High School a co-educational school?
Western Heights High School has a Co-Educational enrolment status. This means the school accepts both male and female students.
How many students attend Western Heights High School?
As of the most recent data, Western Heights High School has a school roll of approximately 1120 students, making it a large school by New Zealand standards.
How do I contact Western Heights High School?
You can contact Western Heights High School by phone on 07-3495940, or by email at admin@whhs.school.nz.
Does Western Heights High School have a website?
Yes, Western Heights High School has an official website at http://www.whhs.school.nz. You can visit it to find out about enrolments, school events, and community news.
When did Western Heights High School open?
Western Heights High School was established and opened its doors in February 1961. It has been serving the local community and the Bay of Plenty Region region ever since.
Which local education office oversees Western Heights High School?
Western Heights High School falls under the jurisdiction of the Rotorua Office local education office, which is part of the Bay of Plenty Region Regional Council area.
How do I find Western Heights High School on a map?
You can find Western Heights High School using the interactive map on this page (GPS coordinates: -38.119568, 176.221187). Alternatively, open it directly in Google Maps using the link provided below the map.
How do I enrol my child at Western Heights High School?
To enrol your child at Western Heights High School, we recommend contacting the school directly on 07-3495940 or emailing admin@whhs.school.nz. The school will be able to advise on their enrolment scheme, in-zone requirements, and any available spaces.
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