St Michael's Church School

Welcome to St Michael's Church School, located in the heart of Christchurch, New Zealand. Since 1851, we have been dedicated to nurturing the minds, bodies, and spirits of our city's children during their primary years. Our legacy is distinguished by our determination to support high expectations and offer rich opportunities for your child within a caring, Christian community.

At St Michael's, we understand that the world is constantly changing. As a prep school, we take the responsibility of preparing your child for secondary school very seriously. We believe in embracing the best of old and new, combining traditional academic rigour with the values of global citizenship, a rich musical heritage, a range of sporting chances, creativity and leadership, and a robust foundation in essential technology. Our ultimate goal is to equip your child with the confidence to thrive in their ever-changing world.

St Michael's is more than just a school, it is a community. Parents, pupils, and teachers work together to achieve successful learning and growth. From the moment your child joins us, they will experience the ambition that St Michael's has for each pupil. We foster a shared partnership and aspirations for excellence, encouraging your child to flourish to the best of their abilities in mind, body, and spirit.

Our school is a melting pot of different backgrounds, cultures, and faiths. Families from all points of the city and outer suburbs come together, enriching our community. From a young age, this diversity nurtures in our pupils an understanding and acceptance of others, as well as a willingness to work and play together.

While this website can only provide a glimpse into life at St Michael's, we warmly invite you to visit us in person. Come meet our pupils and staff, and discover the purposeful, caring, and inclusive environment for which we have been known for over 170 years. We look forward to welcoming you into our St Michael's family.