Ellesmere College
Leeston Dunsandel Road Leeston
Ellesmere College is a Secondary (Year 7-15) located in Leeston. The school operates under the State authority within the Canterbury Region region.
With a roll of approximately 514 students, Ellesmere College provides a diverse community environment (Co-Educational). Having served the community since November 1858, the school maintains an active presence online at http://www.ellesmere.school.nz.
School Data & Characteristics
- Org Name
- Ellesmere College
- Telephone
- 03-3243369
- poorterd@ellesmere.school.nz
- Contact1 Name
- Antony French
- URL
- http://www.ellesmere.school.nz
- Add1 Line1
- Leeston Dunsandel Road
- Add1 City
- Leeston
- Add2 City
- Leeston
- Urban Rural Indicator
- Small urban area
- Org Type
- Secondary (Year 7-15)
- Authority
- State
- CoEd Status
- Co-Educational
- Territorial Authority
- Selwyn District
- Regional Council
- Canterbury Region
- Local Office Name
- Christchurch Office
- Education Region
- Canterbury, Chatham Islands
- Latitude
- -43.757832
- Longitude
- 172.292414
- EQi Index
- 462
- Total
- 514
- DateSchoolOpened
- 1858-11-17
- Status
- Open
- Language of Instruction
- All students taught in English/other setting
- BoardingFacilities
- No
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Ellesmere College answered for parents and students.
What type of school is Ellesmere College?
Ellesmere College is a Secondary (Year 7-15) school, operating under the State authority in the Canterbury Region region of New Zealand.
Where is Ellesmere College located?
Ellesmere College is located in Leeston, New Zealand. The address is Leeston Dunsandel Road Leeston.
Is Ellesmere College a co-educational school?
Ellesmere College has a Co-Educational enrolment status. This means the school accepts both male and female students.
How many students attend Ellesmere College?
As of the most recent data, Ellesmere College has a school roll of approximately 514 students, making it a large school by New Zealand standards.
How do I contact Ellesmere College?
You can contact Ellesmere College by phone on 03-3243369, or by email at poorterd@ellesmere.school.nz.
Does Ellesmere College have a website?
Yes, Ellesmere College has an official website at http://www.ellesmere.school.nz. You can visit it to find out about enrolments, school events, and community news.
When did Ellesmere College open?
Ellesmere College was established and opened its doors in November 1858. It has been serving the local community and the Canterbury Region region ever since.
Which local education office oversees Ellesmere College?
Ellesmere College falls under the jurisdiction of the Christchurch Office local education office, which is part of the Canterbury Region Regional Council area.
How do I find Ellesmere College on a map?
You can find Ellesmere College using the interactive map on this page (GPS coordinates: -43.757832, 172.292414). Alternatively, open it directly in Google Maps using the link provided below the map.
How do I enrol my child at Ellesmere College?
To enrol your child at Ellesmere College, we recommend contacting the school directly on 03-3243369 or emailing poorterd@ellesmere.school.nz. The school will be able to advise on their enrolment scheme, in-zone requirements, and any available spaces.
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