Whanganui High School
76 Purnell Street Whanganui
Whanganui High School is a Secondary (Year 9-15) located in Whanganui. The school operates under the State authority within the Manawatū-Whanganui Region region.
With a roll of approximately 1401 students, Whanganui High School provides a diverse community environment (Co-Educational). Having served the community since February 1958, the school maintains an active presence online at http://www.whanganuihigh.school.nz.
School Data & Characteristics
- Org Name
- Whanganui High School
- Telephone
- 06-3490178
- principal@whs.ac.nz
- Contact1 Name
- Martin McAllen
- URL
- http://www.whanganuihigh.school.nz
- Add1 Line1
- 76 Purnell Street
- Add1 City
- Whanganui
- Add2 City
- Whanganui
- Urban Rural Indicator
- Large urban area
- Org Type
- Secondary (Year 9-15)
- Authority
- State
- CoEd Status
- Co-Educational
- Territorial Authority
- Whanganui District
- Regional Council
- Manawatū-Whanganui Region
- Local Office Name
- Whanganui Office
- Education Region
- Taranaki, Whanganui, Manawatū
- Latitude
- -39.933791
- Longitude
- 175.031552
- EQi Index
- 482
- Total
- 1401
- DateSchoolOpened
- 1958-02-01
- Status
- Open
- Language of Instruction
- All students taught in English/other setting
- BoardingFacilities
- No
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Whanganui High School answered for parents and students.
What type of school is Whanganui High School?
Whanganui High School is a Secondary (Year 9-15) school, operating under the State authority in the Manawatū-Whanganui Region region of New Zealand.
Where is Whanganui High School located?
Whanganui High School is located in Whanganui, New Zealand. The address is 76 Purnell Street Whanganui.
Is Whanganui High School a co-educational school?
Whanganui High School has a Co-Educational enrolment status. This means the school accepts both male and female students.
How many students attend Whanganui High School?
As of the most recent data, Whanganui High School has a school roll of approximately 1401 students, making it a large school by New Zealand standards.
How do I contact Whanganui High School?
You can contact Whanganui High School by phone on 06-3490178, or by email at principal@whs.ac.nz.
Does Whanganui High School have a website?
Yes, Whanganui High School has an official website at http://www.whanganuihigh.school.nz. You can visit it to find out about enrolments, school events, and community news.
When did Whanganui High School open?
Whanganui High School was established and opened its doors in February 1958. It has been serving the local community and the Manawatū-Whanganui Region region ever since.
Which local education office oversees Whanganui High School?
Whanganui High School falls under the jurisdiction of the Whanganui Office local education office, which is part of the Manawatū-Whanganui Region Regional Council area.
How do I find Whanganui High School on a map?
You can find Whanganui High School using the interactive map on this page (GPS coordinates: -39.933791, 175.031552). Alternatively, open it directly in Google Maps using the link provided below the map.
How do I enrol my child at Whanganui High School?
To enrol your child at Whanganui High School, we recommend contacting the school directly on 06-3490178 or emailing principal@whs.ac.nz. The school will be able to advise on their enrolment scheme, in-zone requirements, and any available spaces.
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