Board of Trustees
Private school boards operate significantly differently to the state school ‘Boards of Trustees’. A state school Board of Trustees is a Crown entity, made up of members of the school community, the school Principal, and staff and student representatives. By contrast, a private school board usually bears a closer relationship to that of a business Board of Directors, with the Directors chosen for specific skills relevant to that business.
Wentworth School and College is also a Charitable Trust. The role of the Wentworth Trust Board is to fulfil the vision of the Founding Document, created by our foundation Board members, “to create an outstanding educational institution based on traditional independent school values.” This document will continue to underpin all governance decisions by current and future Boards. Parents can therefore be confident in the Board’s ongoing commitment to our core values of academic excellence based on each student’s needs, access to co-curricular activities such as fine and performing arts and sports. A copy of the school’s Founding Document is available on request.
Trustees
Bruce Tong – As foundation Principal of Wentworth College, and Wentworth Primary School, Bruce has spent the past 15 years leading the growth of this young school, and bringing to life the vision of its founders whose aim was to create a school where children were nurtured and encouraged in all aspects of their lives.
Steve Wackrow – Steve has enjoyed an outstanding teaching career and his passion for education and wealth of knowledge of the sector, and of Wentworth (as foundation Deputy Principal), is of immense value to the Board and to the Wentworth schools.
Barbara Judge – Barbara brings extensive experience to her roll on the Board. She has been a Board of Trustees member, as well as on the national body of the Board of Trustees Association. She has assisted schools in project management and with governance and training. Barbara has also worked for the Ministry of Education as a School Commissioner and, more recently, an Investigations Officer. She also has a background in human resources and mediation.
Jenny Jin – Jenny is the founder and CEO of Edu-Experts Education Ltd, a leading after-school tuition franchise business in NZ. A graduate of Beijing University of Technology, with a Masters Degree from Pohang University of Science & Techology, Jenny has worked in the education industry for over 20 years, both as a University lecturer and business woman.
Joy Quigley – Joy joined the Wentworth Board of Trustees in 2022, bringing with her a wealth of experience of governance within the education environment. As well as being a former Member of Parliament for 9 years, she was on the establishment board of Hutt International Boys School, and held the position of Executive Officer of ISNZ, the Independent Schools of New Zealand, the association that works with leading Private Schools in NZ. She was recently a Board of Trustees member of Huanui School too.
Shi Wei – Shi Wei moved to New Zealand 20 years ago as an investor and joined the Wentworth Board of Trustees in 2022. He has worked in the Investment Banking Industry for over 12 years and has an MBA degree. His background in finance brings value to the management of the school.
Mission Statement
The mission of Wentworth College is to create a world class co-educational school where every student is educated to achieve his or her full potential as a whole person; to create opportunities, expand horizons, reward effort and encourage excellence in an efficient, disciplined, caring and supportive environment; to foster equity, respect, self worth, interpersonal skills and a worthwhile value system, so enabling each student to make a lifelong positive contribution to society.
Vision
To deliver high quality education and development opportunities to the young people of the local and wider community, ensuring that they receive excellent preparation for ongoing education, acceptance of social responsibilities and work in an international environment. To achieve this, Wentworth College will:
- deliver education and development opportunities of the highest quality;
- be at the forefront in the personal development of young people;
- care for our staff and ensure that they reach the highest levels of professional competence;
- continually enhance our unique values, standards and traditions;
- continually assess the changing needs of our community and reflect these in the operation of the school.
Guiding Principles and Values
The delivery of high quality education is the cornerstone of the Wentworth College philosophy. A rigorous and challenging curriculum that is well taught is essential if students are to fulfil their ambitions as responsible, well-informed and useful citizens. High academic standards, and participation in national qualifications and examinations, are considered to be of vital importance.
The development of worthwhile communal values is a major function of the College. When students join a school they become contributing members of an extended family of students and staff. The school community with its values, social interaction and leadership opportunities is an important factor in the personal development of young people, engendering group loyalty and mutual support.
Co-curricular activity is seen as an integral part of a young person’s development. The school expects all students to commit themselves to a minimum of one major activity beyond the classroom.
The promotion and development of leadership opportunities for students is an important element in the educational philosophy of the College. There will be a house system with prefects, as well as sports teams and service opportunities, all creating a need for leaders to become role models in every facet of school life.
The school will demand a high level of personal conduct and behaviour. Students are expected to behave in a manner that makes Wentworth College a pleasant and civilised place where students show consideration for others and develop self-discipline.
The College will recruit highly qualified staff who, as role models for students, will be expected to reflect the school’s value system in their own conduct. The staff dress code is that which is regarded as appropriate to any member of a profession in the business community.
The College expects students to take pride in their uniform and to wear it correctly at all times, with no extreme or unconventional aspects of personal appearance. When students are in school uniform, school rules apply.
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Our school policies are reviewed and updated regularly.
To request a copy of any policy, please contact the Board Secretary and EA to the Principal, Bruce Tong by emailing Gail Clews at: gclews@wentworth.school.nz. Printed copies are also available for viewing at the school office.
Administration
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| Behaviour Management |
| Complaints |
| Board Conflicts of Interest |
| Personal Mobile Phones & Electronic Devices |
| Privacy |
| School Reviews |
| Use of ICT by Staff and Students |
Administration
- Academic Excellence
- Assessment & Reporting
- Assessments for Students with Special Needs
- Copyright
- Counselling & Career Guidance
- Curriculum Delivery
- Curriculum Review
- Homework
- Parent Interviews
- Patriotism and Taha Māori
School Life and Rules
Wentworth College school life and rules are printed at the front of the Wentworth College homework diary. A full copy is available from the school's office.
Wentworth Primary school life and rules are printed in the Guide for New Parents Handbook that new families receive on enrolment of their child.
Transport
Wentworth College offers a dedicated contracted bus service with convenient pick-up points at Silverdale, Orewa, and various locations along the Whangaparaoa Peninsula.
In addition, the College operates seven of its own buses, providing transport for students from a wide range of areas, including Matakana to the north, Kaukapakapa to the west, and Albany Village, East Coast Bays, Dairy Flat, and Milldale.
This extensive network ensures students from across the region have reliable and accessible transport to and from school each day.
The School Day
The Primary School day runs from 9am to 3.10pm, with sports and cultural activities held either during breaks, or before / after school and on Saturdays.
The College teaching day runs from 8.40am to 3.20pm, with sports and cultural activities held either during breaks or before/after school and on Saturdays.
Sport
At Wentworth College we offer students the opportunity to participate in as many different sports as possible
Summer Sports (Terms 1 & 4)
Athletic
Badminton
Basketball
Cricket
Golf (Premier League and 'Learn to Play')
Rowing
Sailing (Academy and ‘Learn to Sail’)
Summer Soccer
Swimming
Tennis
Touch Rugby
Volleyball
Winter Sports (Terms 2 & 3)
Badminton
Basketball
Cross country
Hockey
Netball
Rugby*
Water Polo
*composite team with other schools
Pastoral Care and Guidance
Wentworth operates a family ‘House’ pastoral care structure, with each student placed in a House from the time of their enrolment. Within each House, students are assigned a Tutor Group which meets once a day with the Tutor’s role being to keep an oversight on each student’s attendance and progress, and to counsel them if needed. Deans also operate as part of the caring and guidance system, being there to help the students and guide them when necessary. As students move into the senior school, careers guidance is also available through the Deputy Principal.
The College is committed to the pastoral care of students. This commitment enables every student to make a confident transition from school to work or tertiary study.
Standards of Behaviour
While at school students are expected to behave with courtesy and consideration, thus contributing to an environment of mutual respect and support.
Behaviour Outside School
When travelling to and from school, the school uniform must be worn correctly and a high standard of conduct exhibited at all times. Students should be aware that when in uniform, their conduct reflects upon both themselves and the reputation of the College.
Smoking, Alcohol and Drugs
Students must not be involved with cigarettes, alcohol or drugs at school, or to and from school, or on any occasion when they are wearing school uniform, or at any function held under the control of the College. The school will view such involvement (in possession, use or association with the activity) as a serious offence. The Police Youth Aid will be given the details of any Wentworth student who becomes involved in criminal activity while at school or while taking part in any event associated with the school.
General
Students are under the school’s authority from the time they leave home until they return home, or at any function held under the control of the College.
Electronic games, CD players, I’pods, matches, lighters, or any dangerous implements must not be brought to school.
All clothing, books and sports gear must be clearly named. No responsibility will be taken for lost property, but considerable effort will be made to find it if clothing and equipment are named.
Students are not to chew gum.
No school-age or personal friends of students may be on school grounds during school time.
Bicycles may not be ridden in the school grounds and there must be no doubling.
Damage, such as broken windows, must be reported to the school office. Students must be prepared to pay for damage caused.
If parents wish to locate their children during the day or after school, they are requested to enquire at the school office. If parents wish to discuss a problem with teachers, they are requested to make an appointment.
Internet and Computer use
All students at Wentworth College are issued with their own individual login name and password, giving them access to the school’s internal network, email and internet. Prior to being given their login details, both the student and a parent/caregiver must sign an Computer Agreement, indicating their acceptance of, and agreement with, the conditions of use stipulated in the Agreement. Disciplinary action will be taken against any student found to be breaching the terms of the Agreement.
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Internet /Computer and Computer Peripherals Agreement.
Homework
Students receive regular homework, set to allow them to practise and consolidate skills previously taught at school and to develop personal study skills. Homework is expected to be completed or a note should be produced. Because students work at different speeds, it is difficult to lay down guidelines for hours of homework, but students in Years 7 and 8 will normally have about 45 minutes of homework each night, whilst students in Years 9 to 11 will normally need to do one to two hours homework.
Homework includes:
- reading and background research
- preparation of new work
- learning vocabulary
- revision and practice exercises
- revising for tests/examinations
- preparation of projects or assignments
Parents can assist by:
- taking an interest in homework
- checking a student’s homework
- helping students plan their time
- providing a quiet place or room
Textbooks and Stationery
It is each student’s responsibility to ensure that school textbooks are cared for and returned after use in the best possible condition. Damage resulting from a lack of care will be charged. Stationery lists are posted on the school website showing the requirements for each subject, with each list broken into 2 sections. It is the student’s responsibility to purchase items in the first section, whilst items in the second section will be supplied by the school and invoiced to parents.
School Lunches
Most students bring a packed lunch from home, but we also have a same day food delivery service through www.ezlunch.co.nz If you place a food order by 9am, it will be delivered at lunchtime. On Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday, you can place an order for sushi, and Thursday and Friday is a range of items from Go-Deli catering. You can see the full menu here Term 1 Menu.