Nelson College
Waimea Road Nelson
Nelson College is a Secondary (Year 9-15) located in Nelson. The school operates under the State authority within the Nelson Region region.
With a roll of approximately 949 students, Nelson College provides a diverse community environment (Boys School). Having served the community since November 1858, the school maintains an active presence online at https://www.nelson.school.nz.
School Data & Characteristics
- Org Name
- Nelson College
- Telephone
- 03-5483099
- excellence@nelsoncollege.school.nz
- Contact1 Name
- Richard Washington
- URL
- https://www.nelson.school.nz
- Add1 Line1
- Waimea Road
- Add1 City
- Nelson
- Add2 City
- Nelson
- Urban Rural Indicator
- Large urban area
- Org Type
- Secondary (Year 9-15)
- Authority
- State
- CoEd Status
- Boys School
- Territorial Authority
- Nelson City
- Regional Council
- Nelson Region
- Local Office Name
- Nelson Office
- Education Region
- Nelson, Marlborough, West Coast
- Latitude
- -41.285573
- Longitude
- 173.275569
- EQi Index
- 441
- Total
- 949
- DateSchoolOpened
- 1858-11-17
- Status
- Open
- Language of Instruction
- All students taught in English/other setting
- BoardingFacilities
- Yes
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Nelson College answered for parents and students.
What type of school is Nelson College?
Nelson College is a Secondary (Year 9-15) school, operating under the State authority in the Nelson Region region of New Zealand.
Where is Nelson College located?
Nelson College is located in Nelson, New Zealand. The address is Waimea Road Nelson.
Is Nelson College a co-educational school?
Nelson College has a Boys School enrolment status. This means the school has a single-gender enrolment policy.
How many students attend Nelson College?
As of the most recent data, Nelson College has a school roll of approximately 949 students, making it a large school by New Zealand standards.
How do I contact Nelson College?
You can contact Nelson College by phone on 03-5483099, or by email at excellence@nelsoncollege.school.nz.
Does Nelson College have a website?
Yes, Nelson College has an official website at https://www.nelson.school.nz. You can visit it to find out about enrolments, school events, and community news.
When did Nelson College open?
Nelson College was established and opened its doors in November 1858. It has been serving the local community and the Nelson Region region ever since.
Which local education office oversees Nelson College?
Nelson College falls under the jurisdiction of the Nelson Office local education office, which is part of the Nelson Region Regional Council area.
How do I find Nelson College on a map?
You can find Nelson College using the interactive map on this page (GPS coordinates: -41.285573, 173.275569). Alternatively, open it directly in Google Maps using the link provided below the map.
How do I enrol my child at Nelson College?
To enrol your child at Nelson College, we recommend contacting the school directly on 03-5483099 or emailing excellence@nelsoncollege.school.nz. The school will be able to advise on their enrolment scheme, in-zone requirements, and any available spaces.
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