Kelly Nunn – Alumna 2015
Kelly was a foundation Student of Wentworth college; she started here with us in year 9 and completed her schooling at the end of year 11. Kelly won a full scholarship to attend St Paul’s Collegiate in Hamilton as a boarder.
Once she finish year 13 she attended Auckland University to study Health Science with the aim of becoming a doctor. At the end of her first year she won a place in Auckland School of Medicine. Kelly is now a qualified doctor and has been appointed to her first full time position at Rotorua hospital.
Kelly is excited about working in Rotorua because of the wide variety of work involved in a regional hospital that you do not necessarily get to experience in large city hospitals.
Chris Watts – Alumnus 2009
A Foundation student of Wentworth commencing in Year 7, Chris studied here for 7 years, completing his schooling at the end of his Year 13. Chris was not only academically able but was fully involved in the sporting side of the school. Chris’s all-round ability was recognised as he was appointed Head Boy for 2009.
After Wentworth, Chris attended Auckland University to study mechanical engineering. In 2014 he completed a 5 year conjoint degree programme with a Bachelor Engineering (Hons) and a Bachelor of Commerce, majoring in Economics.
Chris’s academic success was further acknowledged by winning the 2014 Senior Scholars Award at Auckland University for the highest overall grades in the Faculty of Business and Economics.
The multi-national firm of Deloitte has appointed Chris to the position of Strategic Consultant, and he is now based in Wellington.
Danielle & Natasha Shrubsall – Alumnae 2011 and 2008
Danielle finished school at the end of 2011 with the intention of finding a full time job to get her working career started. Making the choice not to go to university as nothing quite stood out for her at the time, she started working at G.J. Gardner Homes Rodney in 2012 and has been there ever since, working her way up in the business in a range of different roles, gaining great work and life experience.
Natasha started working at the ASB bank when she was 17, in retail and business banking. Moving to the BNZ in 2013, Natasha’s expertise in banking has allowed her to excel in her chosen field as well as relate to the lifeblood of the New Zealand economy – Small Business. In addition to sneaking in a fair bit of international travel over the years – including 3 months in America – Natasha also entered the housing market at just 19, buying and renovating her first home. Since then she has built a new home in 2013, and then joined forces with Danielle in 2014 to build another brand new G.J. Gardner Home, of which they are both very proud.
During her time at Wentworth, Danielle was one of the founding members of the Wentworth Rowing team. She enjoyed this sport so much that after finishing school she joined a surf boat rowing crew at the Orewa Surf Life Saving Club. Danielle and her crew have won a number of National medals over the past 2 years, showing what can be achieved with hard work and determination.
Whilst crediting the support of their parents for much of their success, the girls have worked hard and believe that if you have a clear set of goals and a plan in place for how to achieve them, (and of course a good work ethic), you can be successful at anything!
NZ Rowing Champs – 2015
There were some great achievements from three alumni students at the NZ Rowing Championships held in Twizel – competing along side and against some of New Zealand’s top Olympic rowers. Jake Guy brought home 2 Silver medals in the Men’s premier lightweight pair and Men’s premier lightweight double, as well as a Bronze medal in the Men’s senior double sculls. Alexandra Murden rowed her way to a Bronze medal in the Women’s club coxed eight, and Chris Everitt won a Bronze medal in the Men’s coxless quad.
Taylor Rhind – Alumnus 2010
After finishing my final year at Wentworth in 2010, I went on to start a building apprenticeship. After realising that wasn’t for me I found my passion in aviation and moved down to Nelson mid-2011 to start my training at Nelson Aviation College in Motueka. Four years later I am still at NAC as a B-cat Instructor teaching others how to fly, and specialising in meteorology theory courses. Nelson is a great place to live, with all kinds of adventure sports and activities right on my doorstep. If I am not flying over the many National Parks down here, I can be found tramping, mountain biking or kayaking through them. I have the ambition to eventually work in the commercial aviation industry, however for now I am really enjoying teaching others and exploring all that the South Island (and the world) has to offer.
Sam Pearson – Alumnus 2011
Looking back on my years at Wentworth College, I credit much of my success to the skills and knowledge I acquired during my time there. After leaving Wentworth I spent a few years studying Computer Science at the University of Auckland, before joining the Royal New Zealand Air Force in January 2015 as an Air Warfare Specialist. I officially completed my training in July 2016 and earned my AWS Brevet (Wing). As an Air Warfare Specialist it is my responsibility to operate the sophisticated sensors on board the P-3K2 Orion Maritime Patrol Aircraft. At 5 Squadron I routinely participate in Search and Rescue, Fisheries Protection and Anti-Submarine exercises. Through the RNZAF I have already had the opportunity to visit several Pacific Islands and Malaysia, with many other trips on the horizon.
Life in the New Zealand Defence Force is highly rewarding and I highly recommend it to anyone considering a career in the military.
Everitt Family – Alumni 2014, 2012 & 2010
Chris Everitt was our Head Boy last year and the last child in his family to finish schooling with us her at Wentworth.
Steve and Pip write: Thanks for making a difference in all of our Children’s lives!
Rebekah Clews – Alumna 2008
After finishing Wentworth at the end of Year 12, followed by a bit of travelling and growing up, I did a two year diploma in Outdoor Recreation at the Hillary Outdoors Pursuits Centre in Tongariro National Park (OPC). Since qualifying at the end of 2011, my outdoor recreation skills have taken me to some amazing places, such as giving motivational speeches to hundreds of people in a castle in Wales (UK), followed by abseiling them off the castle’s tower! I now work as a senior instructor and safety manager at MERC (the Sir Peter Blake ‘Marine Education Recreation Centre’) in Long Bay.
Just before starting my Diploma, I travelled through SE Asia where I saw children – some, really young – prostituting themselves. It wasn’t until three years later when I was working in Europe that I realized the full extent of human trafficking. There are 21 million people (men, women and children) in slavery around the world – yes, even New Zealand. Last year I decided to do something to help and I’m currently walking the length of NZ to raise funds for Nvader, an organisation dedicated to stopping human trafficking, headed by an ex- under-cover NZ Policeman. So far I’ve walked the whole of the North Island, some along the awesome Te Araroa Trail, from Cape Rienga to Wellington. I’ve had torn ligaments in my knees, rats in my food, a man with a rifle outside my tent at 2am, heavy rain, freezing cold nights with snow in my tent, and I’ve seen wind so strong it blew a waterfall upwards. But I’ve also seen some amazing parts of the country and met some awesome people who have helped me along the way. For now, I’m back at work earning enough money to start walking the South Island, hopefully departing in September, and at the end I hope to have raised $50,000. If you would like to read more about what I’ve done then please see my Facebook page “Walking NZ to end Human slavery” or my Give A Little page ‘Walking New Zealand’.
There are so many paths to follow when we leave school and it can be hard to know what to do– university or other tertiary courses, travel, or going straight into the workforce. I’m so pleased that I followed my passion for the outdoors. The places it’s taken me, the things I’ve seen and the people I’ve met along the way have all contributed to a wonderful ‘life after Wentworth’.
Hayden Purdy – Alumnus 2011
Well I’ve finally finished my degree (a B.Sc in Computer Science and Mathematics). My final marks came in with As and A+s – it certainly was a huge relieve to have finished that successfully!
I’m in Camberra, Australia, until February 2015 on an expenses paid summer research scholarship. I’m assisting research on positional quadcopters without GPS or a room full of cameras, to allow the craft to be flown in crowded city centres and indoors. When I return to New Zealand, I’m looking at doing a Masters of Science (in Computer Science) at Massey University in Albany, which – all going to plan – will take 1 ½ years.
Anthony Baxter – Alumnus 2006
After leaving Wentworth to begin a Bachelor of Commerce degree in 2007, Anthony changed direction part way through the course, moving to work for 2 Degrees and international digital marketing firm Reach Local before being inspired to create a more transparent digital marketing company. After six months of cold calling and 80-hour weeks, he was able to stop selling phone plans on the side and go full-time into the Firefly business with his now COO, Marko Kisa.
Anthony started by working out of his Auckland bedroom, making sales pitches and showing media plans to clients on a 10-inch laptop. Now the 26-year-old is at the helm of a near-$2 million turnover digital marketing business, Firefly Search, that is growing at a rate of 200 per cent, year-on-year. It has 12 staff, over $1.8m in turnover, and is eyeing a launch into Australia and Singapore.
From a very young age, Anthony says he always wanted to be in business. “At primary school I was buying kids’ Gameboys and selling them on the Trade and Exchange. I love selling and networking so this was an awesome opportunity to put it all in there and give it a shot. It’s paid off.”
Discover More
Wentworth Primary
Wentworth College
School Events
International Programme
09 424 3273
Location
Linked In
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
| Animals in School |
| 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.
Download the 
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.