Waimea College
60 Salisbury Road Richmond
Waimea College is a Secondary (Year 9-15) located in Richmond. The school operates under the State authority within the Tasman Region region.
With a roll of approximately 1543 students, Waimea College provides a diverse community environment (Co-Educational). Having served the community since February 1957, the school maintains an active presence online at http://www.waimea.school.nz/.
School Data & Characteristics
- Org Name
- Waimea College
- Telephone
- 03-5446099
- inspire@waimea.school.nz
- Contact1 Name
- Fraser Hill
- URL
- http://www.waimea.school.nz/
- Add1 Line1
- 60 Salisbury Road
- Add1 City
- Richmond
- Add2 City
- Nelson
- Urban Rural Indicator
- Medium urban area
- Org Type
- Secondary (Year 9-15)
- Authority
- State
- CoEd Status
- Co-Educational
- Territorial Authority
- Tasman District
- Regional Council
- Tasman Region
- Local Office Name
- Nelson Office
- Education Region
- Nelson, Marlborough, West Coast
- Latitude
- -41.337691
- Longitude
- 173.196869
- EQi Index
- 447
- Total
- 1543
- DateSchoolOpened
- 1957-02-01
- Status
- Open
- Language of Instruction
- All students taught in English/other setting
- BoardingFacilities
- No
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Waimea College answered for parents and students.
What type of school is Waimea College?
Waimea College is a Secondary (Year 9-15) school, operating under the State authority in the Tasman Region region of New Zealand.
Where is Waimea College located?
Waimea College is located in Richmond, New Zealand. The address is 60 Salisbury Road Richmond.
Is Waimea College a co-educational school?
Waimea College has a Co-Educational enrolment status. This means the school accepts both male and female students.
How many students attend Waimea College?
As of the most recent data, Waimea College has a school roll of approximately 1543 students, making it a large school by New Zealand standards.
How do I contact Waimea College?
You can contact Waimea College by phone on 03-5446099, or by email at inspire@waimea.school.nz.
Does Waimea College have a website?
Yes, Waimea College has an official website at http://www.waimea.school.nz/. You can visit it to find out about enrolments, school events, and community news.
When did Waimea College open?
Waimea College was established and opened its doors in February 1957. It has been serving the local community and the Tasman Region region ever since.
Which local education office oversees Waimea College?
Waimea College falls under the jurisdiction of the Nelson Office local education office, which is part of the Tasman Region Regional Council area.
How do I find Waimea College on a map?
You can find Waimea College using the interactive map on this page (GPS coordinates: -41.337691, 173.196869). Alternatively, open it directly in Google Maps using the link provided below the map.
How do I enrol my child at Waimea College?
To enrol your child at Waimea College, we recommend contacting the school directly on 03-5446099 or emailing inspire@waimea.school.nz. The school will be able to advise on their enrolment scheme, in-zone requirements, and any available spaces.
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