Iona College

Welcome to Iona College, a prestigious boarding and day school for girls located in the beautiful town of Havelock North, New Zealand. As an establishment and point of interest, Iona College stands out as one of the top-achieving schools in the nation, consistently delivering exceptional education to students from Years 7-13.

At Iona College, we have a vision for education that goes beyond the traditional approach. Our aim is to equip our students with the confidence and skills they need to thrive in a challenging future. Our motto, "Love, Joy, Peace," permeates through every aspect of college life, and our six core values underpin the nurturing and inclusive environment we provide.

Our vision of "Empowering Girls for Life" creates a culture of personal excellence, where our girls are encouraged to wholeheartedly embrace their education. We foster curiosity and passion for learning, nurture unique talents, and provide a supportive community where each student can achieve their full potential.

The Iona Girls emerge from our college with a sense of vision and optimism, ready to take on the world as confident and compassionate young women. They are driven to make a difference, no matter where they choose to live and work.

Iona College offers an education setting like no other. The moment you step foot on our campus, you'll feel a tangible sense of belonging. Spread across 27 acres of park-like grounds, our college seamlessly blends the past with the present. Our buildings and facilities create an inspiring and stimulating environment for enquiring minds.

Our students possess an edge, an outward-looking vibrant and energetic approach to life. We invite you to begin the learning journey with us, where learners thrive within inspiring spaces.

Applying for a place at Iona College is straightforward. You can easily enroll online and upon receipt, we will acknowledge your application and place you on the waiting list. However, due to the high demand for places, we recommend enrolling as early as possible.

We also invite you to attend our Taupō Information Evening and Community Event, a special opportunity for families considering Iona College for their daughters' education. This event allows you to meet our Principal Helen Armstrong and Director of Boarding, Marianne McKnight, who will share invaluable insights into what makes Iona College a leading boarding school for girls.

Join us on Wednesday, 20 September 2023, at Millennium Hotel and Resort Manuels in Taupō. The evening will include a formal presentation followed by drinks and light bites, providing a chance to connect with our community and stay updated on the latest College news.

We look forward to welcoming you to Iona College, where learning is at the heart of a loving community. Feel free to contact us or visit our website for more information.

42 Lucknow Road, Havelock North 4130, | Private Bag 1000, Havelock North 4157, New Zealand