Please join us to welcome the start of 2021 at the Housewarming Family Picnic. To kickstart… READ MORE »
Come and join us at TDA’s Aerial Open Day on Wednesday 27 January, to have a… READ MORE »
Rite Journey Parent Information Evening
For parents of Year 10 girls.
Rite Journey Ceremony [Parents and Students]
Year 4-8
Year 13 LEAP & Year 13 PE Surf Camp
Year 12 Emerging Leaders’ Conference
All Year 12 students off site for the day.
Rowing – Head of River Race (Seniors Only)
Junior School Celebrating Success Assembly
Year 11-13 Curriculum Performances
Drama, Dance and Music performances with Senior classes.
All Year 10’s involved for the full day.
Maadi – Karapiro Tennis – TBC (finish on Thursday) Volleyball -Palmerston North
St Margaret’s College Music Concert
Scholarship applications close
Orchestra Extravaganza Rehearsal
House Chapel | Kowhai, Matipo and Rimu
Year 4-13 attendance required.
Carol Service | Kowhai, Matipo and Rimu
All Year 12’s involved.
Scholarship Auditions (Performing Arts)
Year 1-8 girls.
Orchestra Extravaganza Concert
Junior School Student Lead Conferences
St Margaret’s College vs. Rangi Ruru
P3 onwards.
Period 4. Full school attendance.
pp. SMC Cross Country | Year 1-13
pp. Gillette Cup and Forward Foundation Cricket
Year 11-13 Curriculum Performances
Drama, Dance and Music performances with Senior classes.
Boarders’ Parents Morning Tea for Year 10, 11 & 12 only
Year 10-11 Father-Daughter Breakfast
Volleyball – Depart to Tauranga
Senior Learning Pathways Evening
Meeting with Deputy Head of Middle School and Deputy Head ofSenior School, Care and Experience.
Kilburn House Opens for Year 11 & 12
Inter-house sport and cultural activities and challenges,including the annual House Plays. Girls to wear house colours.
Junior School Celebrating Success Assembly
Laptop’s required for IT set up New girls required until3.30pm, existing SMC girls finished at 3.00pm.
Year 11-13 Chapel | Communion Service
Year 7-13 | Parent-Teacher Interviews
For all new staff and new students
Middle School Placement Testing
Boarders’ Parents Lunch for Year 7, 8 & 9
New Entrant – Year 8 SMC Athletics
Meet the Teacher Evening – Junior School
Year 7-13 to attend
Year 1 – 6 Meetings for teachers and whānau.
Rite Journey Ceremony [Students]
Off site activities
Production – Full Day Rehearsal
Students out of class for rehearsal.
pp. New Entrant – Year 8 SMC Athletics
All Year levels – JNR school to leave before the Senior speakers.
Production – Full Day Rehearsal
New Entrant – Year 8 Father-Daughter Breakfast
New Entrant – Year 6 | School finishes 12pm
After school.
Senior Creative Technology Displays
School finishes early – Teacher Only Day
Gillette Cup and Forward Foundation Cricket
Year 7&8 Orientation and Sleepover
Year 12-13 Father-Daughter Breakfast
Depart 8.45am
Junior School Celebrating Success Assembly
Students of our class if they’re involved with production.
Year 11-13 Curriculum Performances
Drama, Dance and Music performances with Senior classes.
SMCOGA Combined Schools Golf Tournament
Scholarship Auditions/Interviews (Sport?)
3.40pm departure.
Carol Service | Konini, Manuka and Rata
Year 9 Father-Daughter Breakfast
SISS Satellite Beach Volleyball
New Entrant – Year 6 | School finishes 12pm
Junior School garden on display
Year 13 Sports Honours Assembly
Senior Creative Technology Showcase
Julius House Opens for Year 10
All arts, sport and cultural activity sign ups.
Year 7-13 | Parent-Teacher Interviews
Canterbury Debating Senior Regional’s
Netball – Timaru (Mon until Thurs) 1st XI Hockey – TBC (Mon -Sat) 2nd XI Hockey… READ MORE »
StAC Exchange | Netball & Hockey
Full day event at UC.
Year 7-13 Chapel | Palm Sunday
Year 7 & 9 2022 Enrolments Close
Year 7 & 8’s begin (see details for more info)
1.30pm – ALL Year 7’s and NEW Year 8’s, IT Set up 2.30pm – NEWYear 7’s… READ MORE »
TIC: Elspeth Godfrey-Chatterton
Te Wiki o Te Reo Māori – Māori Language Week
Whole school family BBQ picnic to welcome new and existingfamilies to 2021.
Junior School Winter Sports Assembly
Junior School Student Lead Conferences
SMC for a Day – Cathedral Grammar/St Michael’s
Cranmer House Opens for Year 13 Boarders
Year 7-10 Chapel | Choral Evensong
Peg preaching.
Production – Full Day Rehearsal
Full day event | Middle School – morning, Senior School -afternoon.
Year 7-13 Goal Setting Interviews
School finishes at 11.50pm for Year 7-13.
Maadi Cup – Return to Christchurch
Full school attendance.
School Closed – Teacher Only Day
Year 13 Parents’ Thank You Drinks
All Year 10’s involved for the day. Tramping and group challengeday.
Julius House Opens for Year 7, 8 & 9 only
Year 7-13 Goal Setting Interviews
School finishes at 3.00pm for Year 7-13.
The SMC Holiday Programme is on again these summer holidays and is open to boys and… READ MORE »
Congratulations to all of our Prefects for 2021 Head of Rimu – Lola AstleHead of Rata… READ MORE »
Congratulations to all of our senior and major prize winners. St Margaret’s Cup for the Senior… READ MORE »
The SMC App is the perfect way to keep up to date with what’s happening at… READ MORE »
For parents and family members wanting to watch this year’s 110th Founders’ Day service, the livestream… READ MORE »
From our beginning in 1910, St Margaret’s College has been a very special place for girls,… READ MORE »
St Margaret’s College has Paterson Lodge within Arthur’s Pass National Park, on the northern second terrace… READ MORE »
St Margaret’s College’s Paterson Lodge, within Arthur’s Pass National Park, has been used and enjoyed by… READ MORE »
Please be aware that during term three Police will be increasing their presence around high schools… READ MORE »
This year’s individual and tutor group photos are now available online through SmugMug for download. To… READ MORE »
SMC Support Local Business Directory
We are all aware of the importance of supporting local as we start the recovery from… READ MORE »
A regular programme of careers awareness education runs in the Senior School through the LifeSkills Programme… READ MORE »
St Margaret’s College will resume our remote teaching and learning programme on Tuesday 28 April. SMC… READ MORE »
We’d like to invite you to a Virtual Visit of St Margaret’s College. This includes a… READ MORE »
Welcome to St Margaret’s College. We invite you to enjoy a virtual experience of our school…. READ MORE »
Open Day 2020 Expression of Interest
Following advice from the Government, we cancelled our Open Day on 23 March 2020. This decision… READ MORE »
Why You Should Choose a Single-Sex School, Particularly for Girls
The following opinion piece was recently published in Australia in The Age, The Sydney Morning Herald,… READ MORE »
Highest IB Result in New Zealand
SMC’s Emma Taylor (17) has earned the highest mark in New Zealand in the 2019 International… READ MORE »
Super proud of our senior girls with your excellent NCEA and IB results – all your… READ MORE »
Congratulations to our Head Girls!
A huge congratulations to our Head Girls for 2020 – Rosie Milne (Head Girl) and Hattie… READ MORE »
Congratulations – Unsung Hero Award Winner!
There couldn’t be a more deserving winner – Amanda Hardy has taken out the New Zealand… READ MORE »
Thank you for joining us to celebrate another year of success at St Margaret’s College. If… READ MORE »
Thank you to everyone who joined us to celebrate our annual Carol Service. The live-stream of… READ MORE »
Crash Bash and Beyond Panel Discussion
Earlier this year, students in years 11-13 saw a road safety presentation, Crash Bash, which outlined… READ MORE »
St Margaret’s College was proudly represented at last week’s Zonta Sports Awards with three finalist nominations…. READ MORE »
The Community Dental Service vans will be making a visiting. Only the children who currently require… READ MORE »
Evergreen Magazine Spring 2019
The latest copy of the Evergreen magazine is winging its way to our school community right… READ MORE »
‘There’s a Tuesday’ duo Natalie Hutton (Y13) and Minnie Robberds (CGHS), took out the solo/duo category… READ MORE »
Dental Care During the School Holidays
The Community Dental Service will be providing dental care for children enrolled with their service during… READ MORE »
SMC Announces Partnership with China Southern Airlines
St Margaret’s College is delighted to announce China Southern airlines as their official airline. The partnership… READ MORE »
The Christchurch City Art Gallery was turned into a magical winter wonderland on Saturday night for,… READ MORE »
Descendants of Old Girls Photo
All current SMC girls who are descendants of Old Girls are asked to please meet on… READ MORE »
Abby Mason, Year 11, has won her first International tennis tournament. At the tournamanet in Singapore… READ MORE »
“It’s never been more challenging for parents to raise happy, healthy and resilient children.” Like never… READ MORE »
Are you heading into Year 7 in 2021? Join our Middle School for a day on Friday… READ MORE »
“It’s never been more challenging for parents to raise happy, healthy and resilient children.” Like never… READ MORE »
FPS International Conference Success
St Margaret’s College students Hattie Compton-Moen (Y12) and Sujean In (Y13) competed at the 2019 Future… READ MORE »
Change of Lincoln-Halswell-Merivale Bus Service
Please be aware that the Rangi Bus that comes through Lincoln and Halswell to Merivale will… READ MORE »
SMC Sheilah Winn SGCNZ Essay Win
Lauren Healey (Y10) has won first place at the prestigious SGCNZ Sheilah Winn Creative Essay Writing… READ MORE »
A life-changing journey to NASA promises to inspire the ultimate STEM career for nine lucky SMC… READ MORE »
Lockdown Procedures for Parents
Lockdown procedures are determined by Police advice and require the cooperation of students, staff and parents…. READ MORE »
Ruby McCallum Wins People’s Choice Art Award
The Creator’s Room is a new organisation which launched in Christchurch in July 2018. The initiative… READ MORE »
Chessie Henry wins NZ Book Award
SMC Old Girl Chessie Henry has won the coveted Ockham New Zealand Book Award for best first book… READ MORE »
School photos are now online and are available for download now by clicking here. Click on… READ MORE »
St Margaret’s College is pleased to announce this year’s Senior Production – Grimm Tales as adapted… READ MORE »
The 2019/2020 Entertainment Book is here!
Just in time for school holidays, receive a $10 JB HI-FI eGift Card when they purchase through our… READ MORE »
Watch all the major SMC events live from the Charles Luney Auditorium! If you’re unable to… READ MORE »
Malvern 48 Hour Filmfest Challenge
The Early Bird deadline (31 May) for the Malvern 48-hour FilmFest Challenge is coming up fast… READ MORE »
New parking procedures on Winchester Street
The St Margaret’s College Leadership Team has been exploring a number of options to improve accessibility… READ MORE »
St Margaret’s College is conveniently located in central Christchurch on the bus route and close to… READ MORE »
To help contain Canterbury’s measles outbreak a wider group of people are now eligible to receive… READ MORE »
Sunday 31 March marked a significant day for St Margaret’s College when St Mark’s Chapel was… READ MORE »
SMC Wins the Levin Jubilee Rowing Cup
St Margaret’s College has won three golds and one silver at last week’s AON Maadi Cup…. READ MORE »
Important – Bus Changes 29 March
Sumner / McCormacks Bay buses Please be aware Red Bus will be running one bus as… READ MORE »
The warmth of the day was matched by the warmth of the smiles as SMC celebrated… READ MORE »
Measles Outbreak Important Information
Measles is spreading in Canterbury. It is is a highly infectious virus that can be life-threatening…. READ MORE »
For all of your cooler season uniform requirements, Maggie’s Shop will be open on Monday 8th… READ MORE »
SMC Old Girl Chessie Henry Nominated for Top Book Award
Chessie Henry’s memoir, We Can Make a Life, has been selected as a finalist in the… READ MORE »
SMC Old Girls stand strong at NZ Rowing Nationals
Seven SMC Old Girls have won medals at the NZ Rowing Nationals. And at a very… READ MORE »
Final results are in and St Margaret’s College has placed first overall in the annual Summer… READ MORE »
All girls who were at SMC in 2018 will receive a copy in the next few… READ MORE »
The production will be in the Charles Luney Auditorium on the 1st, 2nd and 3rd of… READ MORE »
Please be aware the school cafe will be closed on Thursday March 7 for School Athletics… READ MORE »
In line with our environmental principles, parents will receive Year 7 to 13 student reports via… READ MORE »
New and Current SMC Families Welcomed for 2019
Setting the Scene for 2019, new and current SMC families were welcomed with a barbecue and… READ MORE »
School year starts with charity at SMC
St Margaret’s College staff started the school year by building 20 bicycles and donating them to… READ MORE »
Metro school bus route information for 2019. Students can take the ‘74 Sumner to City &… READ MORE »
SMC IB Results Amongst World’s Best
Our 2018 SMC International Baccalaureate students had a 95% pass rate which is 17% above the… READ MORE »
Please select the St Margaret’s College event you would like to register for. If you have… READ MORE »
The SMC school year ended with the bravest, most inspiring speech by SMC Head Girl, Jem… READ MORE »
Looking for fun activities for the kids to do during school holidays? The SMC Summer Holiday… READ MORE »
Massey University is conducting a study looking at different types of asthma in children aged 14… READ MORE »
Taylor Shaw Barristers and Solicitors are working alongside the Christchurch City Mission to provide children with… READ MORE »
We’re excited to bring you a recording of this year’s magical sell-out show. Enjoy! Watch the… READ MORE »
Surfkids Children’s Surfing Programme
Learn the skills of Surfing in a fun, safe environment. All equipment provided and professional instruction… READ MORE »
Congratulations Isabella Shatford who played violin in the Special Orchestra at the recent Christchurch Schools Music… READ MORE »
Following on from a successful week in Dunedin at the SGCNZ National Shakespeare School Production 2018,… READ MORE »
With the arrival of the Lime Scooters in Christchurch city last week there is a need… READ MORE »
Congratulations Violette Perry (Y11) who has been selected into the New Zealand Secondary Schools Athletics team. … READ MORE »
Parents who re-partner can face many challenges and often struggle to find support. An unsettled home life… READ MORE »
The St Margaret’s College Open Day allows your family to discover the opportunities available for your… READ MORE »
Thursday 18 October 10.05am – Leavers’ Chapel/ Assembly where we honour and farewell Year 13. Y13… READ MORE »
Annual Appeal: Empower Tomorrow’s Women, Today
As a member of the St Margaret’s College community, you are well aware of the outstanding… READ MORE »
SMC Hockey Championship Winners
SMC 1st XI hockey are the winners of the Connetics SSP Girls Championship. Played last Friday… READ MORE »
Congratulations Sohyun Kwon (Y10) who has won the top award at the 11th “Chinese Bridge” Chinese… READ MORE »
St Margaret’s College Trust Board Succession Planning
Aspen Berry (Y12) is making a name for herself as a writer with two pieces of… READ MORE »
Applications are now open for 2019 – Year 11, 12 and 13 scholarships. The following scholarships… READ MORE »
Please find below the meeting minutes and agendas from the PFA meetings. 19 September 2019 Meeting… READ MORE »
New Executive Principal Welcomed
In a significant day in SMC history our College’s 10th Executive Principal, Mrs Diana Patchett was… READ MORE »
It was a sell out of spectacular proportions!! Huge congratulations to the cast and crew responsible… READ MORE »
All SMC Final at Canterbury Debating
It was an all SMC final at the Canterbury Senior impromptu debating held at StAC last… READ MORE »
Following on from their success in the Sheilah Winn Shakespeare National Competition Emily Stewart and Ruby… READ MORE »
The SMC Chamber Choir of girls from Year 9-13, were awarded Outstanding Performance of a Romantic… READ MORE »
Sheilah Winn Shakespeare Success
Huge congratulations to our actors who travelled to Wellington for the Sheilah Winn Shakespeare Festival National… READ MORE »
In a change to external examinations offered – ICAS English will be replaced with the Kiwi… READ MORE »
As the cold weather sets in we understand our girls hurry to get changed in and… READ MORE »
Ten very talented students treated us to a range of speeches that were entertaining, inspiring, challenging… READ MORE »
Sixteen talented Year 13 girls have received arts, sports and academic honours awards at the SMC… READ MORE »
If you were unable to join the 600 mothers, fathers, grandparents and daughters at our Open… READ MORE »
You may recall the public discussion generated by the Netflix series 13 Reasons Why last year. Season… READ MORE »
Change to Redcliffs bus timetable
From Monday May 7th the Redcliffs bus – Red Bus 742, will leave from SMC at… READ MORE »
On 7 October 2017 I had the privilege of travelling to Belgium with nine other students… READ MORE »
Robotics, gamification, mechatronics and computational thinking… sit down with Harriet Compton-Moen and these are the words… READ MORE »
A passion for Physical Education has led Dr Olivia Faull around the world. From Christchurch to… READ MORE »
On a sunny Autumn morning, St Margaret’s Old Girl and New Zealand White Fern, Amy Satterthwaite,… READ MORE »
Jane Hole, award-winning author and St Margaret’s Old Girl was in Matipo House from 1946 –… READ MORE »
Did you know you can read the latest copy of Evergreen online? Simply click the link… READ MORE »
Parenting Anxious Kids is a new online course from Parenting Ideas, created to help the parents… READ MORE »
Limited Places on Costa Rica Trip 2019
There are limited places remaining for the Antipodeans Abroad trip to Costa Rica in April 2019… READ MORE »
The St Margaret’s College Music Department follows a philosophy of maximum engagement, enjoyment and participation. Students… READ MORE »
Each year a major performing arts production is planned at St Margaret’s College. This production often… READ MORE »
The Dance department works consistently to contribute to and raise the profile of Dance at St… READ MORE »
To register for the 2020 SMC Boarders’ Sleepover, please fill out the details below and our… READ MORE »
Top NCEA Results in Canterbury
St Margaret’s College has topped the region’s NCEA results for 2017 with the highest pass rate… READ MORE »
Water Polo Win Secondary School Champs
Congratulations to our Water Polo team on their great result, winning eight goals to one against… READ MORE »
Here at SMCOGA we love hearing news from our Old Girls around the world. If you’ve… READ MORE »
It is very important that if your daughter becomes ill during the school day that she… READ MORE »
We are looking for a volunteer or volunteers who would be happy to give some of… READ MORE »
Student Safety – Papanui Road Entrance and other areas
The Papanui Road entrance is closed to ALL day-girl parents as a drop off or pick up area…. READ MORE »
Physio at St Margaret’s College
St Margaret’s College provides a physiotherapy service on Mondays and Thursdays 9.00am-2.00pm in our Health Centre…. READ MORE »
Year 8 School-Based Vaccination Programme
We are pleased to inform you the Canterbury DHB will continue to offer a School Based… READ MORE »
Read the current and past issues of the fortnightly St Margaret’s College Newsletter by clicking on… READ MORE »
Centre for Innovation – Tech Clubs
2018 brings a number of opportunities for girls from Year 6 – 13 who have an… READ MORE »
The Confucius Classroom of St Margaret’s College will run a Chinese folk dance class in 2018…. READ MORE »
Te Reo Maori for Parents/Caregivers
Many students are embracing Te Reo Māori me ōna tikanga (Māori culture and language) that is… READ MORE »
A partnership of learning between St Margaret’s College, Rangi Ruru Girls’ School and Christ’s College. To develop… READ MORE »
It was with much emotion, the new chapel arrived at St Margaret’s in the small hours… READ MORE »
We have been informed there has been an increase in the running cost of the Rolleston/Tai Tapu/Halswell… READ MORE »
Aimee Taylor Wins Prestigious Hospitality Scholarship
Congratulations to Aimee Taylor (Year 13, 2017) who has been awarded a $28,000 scholarship to attend… READ MORE »
The Drama Department at St Margaret’s College celebrates participation, collaboration and innovation. Our students enjoy the… READ MORE »
New Executive Principal announced
We are pleased to announce the search for a successor for Gillian Simpson is over. We… READ MORE »
The wellbeing of girls and staff is at the heart of everything we do at St… READ MORE »
Major win for SMC and Christ’s College Collaboration
A Perfect Child, the film by St Margaret’s and Christ’s College students, has earned a second… READ MORE »
National Problem Solving Champions!
Genetic modification, identity theft, the robotic age, trade barriers and biosecurity are all global issues that… READ MORE »
Tessa Holley dances her way to fourth in the world
Krump, swag, iso, reggaeton, electric boogaloo and turfing – it may sound like gibberish to the… READ MORE »
Linda Chong receives ASG National Excellence in Teaching Award
Linda Chong, SMC’s Head of the Centre for Innovation at St Margaret’s College, is an exceptional… READ MORE »
New Zealand Spelling Bee 2017 Champion
Pusillanimous – meaning a lack of courage or determination – was nowhere to be seen when… READ MORE »
St Mark’s Chapel sits in pride of place in-between Julius and Kilburn boarding houses. Consecrated by… READ MORE »
SMC and Christ’s College win top international film award
St Margaret’s College and Christ’s College took out the Best Senior Secondary Fiction film at the… READ MORE »
St Margaret’s is incredibly proud of Alexandra Lay (Y12) for her outstanding achievement as one of… READ MORE »
Katie Ellis wins the Lois Middlemiss Memorial Cup!
This poem, ‘You Can’, won Katie Ellis (Y12) the Lois Middlemiss Memorial Cup at the centenary… READ MORE »
Thank you for completing the form below and being a part of the Leavers’ Legacy Programme.
Farewelling Our Chilean Exchange Students
On Friday, we farewelled nine exchange students from St Margaret’s British School for Girls in Concón,… READ MORE »
Christmas Cake Fundraiser 2020
SORRY, CHRISTMAS ORDERS ARE CLOSED FOR 2020 – SEE YOU IN 2021! Once again we have… READ MORE »
Annabel Watts & Ashley Marfell to represent NZ at the Virginia Tattoo!
Congratulations to Annabel Watts (Year 12) and Ashley Marfell (Year 10) who have been selected to… READ MORE »
Junior and Senior Debating Wins
The Junior and Senior Debating Teams yesterday both won their divisions at the Canterbury Schools’ Debating… READ MORE »
Wiglet the Piglet on Space Patrol
St Margaret’s College was named after two saints; Margaret of Antioch and Margaret of Scotland. … READ MORE »
St Margaret’s College was named after two saints; Margaret of Antioch and Margaret of Scotland. … READ MORE »
Congratulations to Rosa Foster and Victoria Voice who have won the Year 10 Girls Quadruple Sculls… READ MORE »
St Margaret’s College is on the look out for dynamic individuals to join our staffing team…. READ MORE »
Junior Production Performances – Matinee 1pm, Night 6pm
‘Love through the ages’ Y13 NCEA Drama performance
We have collated below a selection of web sites and articles that you may find useful… READ MORE »
At St Margaret’s College we identify students of higher ability academically, creatively, culturally, in the visual… READ MORE »
Key Strategic Priorities 2017-2020
Mission Educating young women to live and lead. Community Engagement All members of the SMC community… READ MORE »
An interview with the Deputy Head Girl 2017 Favourite Subjects: English, History, Classics Role… READ MORE »
An interview with the Head Girl of 2017 Favourite subjects: Drama, History, Classics Role… READ MORE »
Nadia Edmond selected to represent NZ
Nadia Edmond (Y12) has been selected to represent New Zealand at the Karate Junior Worlds at… READ MORE »
We have three boarding houses at St Margaret’s College. Kilburn House, Cranmer House and Julius House. … READ MORE »
Our ½ size hockey turf available is the most conveniently located hockey turf in central Christchurch… READ MORE »
The St Margaret’s College gymnasium is a multi-purpose venue, available for both sporting and social events…. READ MORE »
St Margaret’s College has a number of classrooms available for hire. All classrooms enjoy WIFI internet,… READ MORE »
Spacious purpose-built dance studio with specialty sprung flooring, barres and full-length mirrors with curtaining. Light and… READ MORE »
The Ngaio Marsh Theatre, also known as the Black Box, is the perfect venue for smaller… READ MORE »
St Margaret’s College Charles Luney auditorium and chapel offers a beautiful space for weddings, conferences, launches… READ MORE »
As well as celebrating the girls’ achievements at the Senior Academic Bar Assembly, we also enjoyed… READ MORE »
St Margaret’s College Contact Details: Physical Address: 12 Winchester Street Merivale Christchurch 8014 Tel: 03 379… READ MORE »
E.G.G. – Educating Girls Globally
Gussie Cohen & Lucy Tothill Educating Girls Globally (E.G.G.) was established in 2013 with the aim… READ MORE »
U-19 New Zealand Football Team (Jnr All Whites) Emma Clarke is a talented young lady, especially… READ MORE »
Arihia Bennett – Chief Executive of Te Rūnanga o Ngāi Tahu
Arihia Bennet Chief Executive of Te Rūnanga o Ngāi Tahu In January, Arihia Bennett welcomed our full… READ MORE »
Dame Edith Ngaio Marsh 1895 – 1982 Artist, playwright, actor, novelist director Edith Ngaio Marsh was… READ MORE »
Empower Tomorrow’s Women, Today As a member of the St Margaret’s College community, you are well… READ MORE »
LEADERSHIP TEAM Diana Patchett Executive Principal Jennie Nairn Associate Principal Sian EvansHead of Senior School (Y11-13)… READ MORE »
Our eldest Old Girls are the celebrated Cranmer Ladies. Until recently, everyone who attended St Margaret’s… READ MORE »
Be part of the “Where Are You?” campaign! Have you been out of touch with… READ MORE »
Applications are now open for 2021 Senior Scholarships. The closing date for scholarship applications is 4:00pm… READ MORE »
The Visual Arts faculty works diligently to contribute to and enhance the profile and appreciation of… READ MORE »
The arts play a key role at St Margaret’s, encouraging diversity, generating confidence and nurturing talent…. READ MORE »
St Margaret’s College students had outstanding sporting success in 2018 at a school, regional and national… READ MORE »
“Being awarded a scholarship to St Margaret’s has opened up a world of opportunity to me…. READ MORE »
It is compulsory for all sports teams to wear the correct uniform for their sport and… READ MORE »
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NCEA is the New Zealand qualification framework for students in the Senior School. Assessment for the… READ MORE »
Sciences Physics Biology Science Chemistry Mathematics Mathematics Calculus Statistics and Modelling Humanities and Social Sciences Geography… READ MORE »
International Baccalaureate Subjects
Language & Literature English SL/HL Language Acquisition Chinese SL/HL & ab initio French SL/HL & ab… READ MORE »
International Baccalaureate Diploma
The International Baccalaureate Diploma (IB) is designed as an academically challenging and balanced programme of education… READ MORE »
Empowering our young women through learning is a central message in the academic life of St… READ MORE »
Teachers as Facilitators, Students as Leaders
The great artist Henri Matisse said, “Creativity takes courage.” As staff we know we have done… READ MORE »
This is the speech Jenna gave at the Cranmer Lunch in Term 2, 2017. “Hello, my… READ MORE »
Amelia Persson, a young lady with an infectious smile and a bubbly personality, talks candidly of… READ MORE »
Every gift made will be put to immediate use and help the school accomplish its Annual… READ MORE »
Thank you for donating to St Margaret’s College. Each gift made to the Foundation is an… READ MORE »
Chair: Di Humphries Vice Chair: Cindy McEwan Di and her husband Phil have one daughter… READ MORE »
The Old Girls’ Atrium is a wonderful space that joins worship, performance and sporting facilities in… READ MORE »
2020 Reunions The 2020 St Margaret’s College Old Girls’ Association Reunion Weekend will be held on… READ MORE »
21 August 2017 – Please note the Sports Dinner 2017 date has changed to Sunday 29… READ MORE »
Welcome to the SMC Business Club, connecting the College community and local businesses. The SMC Business… READ MORE »
Become A Member of the SMC Business Club
Annual Membership – $500 + GST – Business logo and contact details on the school website… READ MORE »
Donating stock to the Foundation is an effective and affordable way to help rural families who… READ MORE »
You can ensure that what you value about St Margaret’s College endures for generations to come. Remembering… READ MORE »
2020 Father-Daughter Breakfast Dates
The annual Father/Daughter Breakfasts are organised by the PFA and provide a great opportunity for a… READ MORE »
Contact the Parents & Friends Association
If you would like to help or become involved in the PFA, we would love to… READ MORE »
St Margaret’s College provides a physiotherapy service on Mondays from 9:00am to 2:00pm and Thursdays from… READ MORE »
Curriculum and Specialised Programmes
Catering for your daughter’s individual needs socially, emotionally and academically is one of the key strengths… READ MORE »
Welcoming and settling your daughter into the St Margaret’s Junior School is fundamental to her success… READ MORE »
Our vision for all our Junior School girls is to master their R.E.D.S and become: Responsible… READ MORE »
At St Margaret’s Junior School, we focus on the hauora and wellbeing of your daughter. She… READ MORE »
Maggie’s Pre-Loved Clothing Guidelines Only current regulation school and sports uniform items, in excellent condition, will… READ MORE »
Nicky Langley – Director of Boarding The best part of my day is the time I… READ MORE »
2021 Scholarship Application Closing Date: Wednesday 13 May 2020 at 4:00pm 2021 Scholarships for Years 7 and… READ MORE »
PFA Meetings are held twice a term on a Tuesday evening at 7:00pm in the staff… READ MORE »
Have you been out of touch with St Margaret’s for a while? Perhaps the information we… READ MORE »
A full range of stationery requirements is available at Maggie’s Shop, including exercise books, art supplies… READ MORE »
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Do I need to be enrolled to apply for a scholarship? Yes. Is there an application… READ MORE »
Remembering St Margaret’s College in your Will ensures that future generations of girls continue to live… READ MORE »
A school that is economically, ethnically and culturally diverse enables the students to question their own assumptions, gain… READ MORE »
The St Margaret’s College Foundation was established to encourage the strong tradition of generosity to continue for… READ MORE »
2020 Events: 20 November – Margarita graduation/Time Capsule opening (2010 Leavers) 26 November – Christchurch… READ MORE »
The Health Centre is staffed by the School Nurse (Anne Carne), Counsellor (Louise Barber) and Counsellor… READ MORE »
Maggie’s Shop and Café is a hub of bustling activity at St Margaret’s College. Situated at… READ MORE »
The philosophy behind our Performing Arts and Visual Arts faculties and our co-curricular programme is one… READ MORE »
St Margaret’s College offers students the opportunity to be involved in a wide range of sports… READ MORE »
St Margaret’s College is breaking new ground as the first school in Australasia to offer the… READ MORE »
Leck Centre for Learning Enhancement
The Leck Centre for Learning Enhancement offers a supportive learning environment for students who are identified… READ MORE »
Think? Tinker… Create! The Centre for Innovation provides opportunities for students to develop through integrated learning…. READ MORE »
The St Margaret’s College Library and Study Centre is the hub of learning in our school… READ MORE »
A scholarship to St Margaret’s College offers a talented young girl an opportunity to further develop… READ MORE »
Request an International Prospectus St Margaret’s College is a multicultural community, spanning from Asia to Africa,… READ MORE »
Domestic Enrolment Fee: All applications for enrolment must be accompanied by a non-refundable fee of $100…. READ MORE »
Thank you for considering to enrol your daughter at St Margaret’s College. While the main entry… READ MORE »
“Having four daughters it was really important that I found a school that catered for each… READ MORE »
Chapel life is at the heart of the school. St Margaret’s College is an Anglican school… READ MORE »
History St Margaret’s College was founded in 1910 through the energy, faith and determination of… READ MORE »
The start of the school year marks a unique opportunity for the girls entering Year 10… READ MORE »
At St Margaret’s College we believe education must be holistic and that it embraces the spiritual… READ MORE »
Our boarding community is at the heart of the college and the culture is closely aligned… READ MORE »
The St Margaret’s community is proud of the 2019 examination results for both NCEA and the… READ MORE »
There are many advantages to girls being educated in girls’ schools where there are no expectations… READ MORE »
With a commitment to holistic education, balancing academic excellence with a multitude of co-curricular opportunities, St… READ MORE »
Kia ora It is a momentous decision to have a child; some say it is like… READ MORE »
Welcome, from the St Margaret’s College Parents & Friends Association (PFA). We provide support to our… READ MORE »
A full range of stationery requirements is available at Maggie’s Shop, including exercise books, art supplies… READ MORE »
St Margaret’s College first introduced a 1:1 laptop initiative for its students in 2008. Now, all… READ MORE »
Below are all the uniform options that can be worn throughout the year. There are a… READ MORE »
Please report all absences before 9:00am on the day of absence by filling out the form… READ MORE »
INSITE is the St Margaret’s College intranet and is a valuable resource for both parents and… READ MORE »
Term Dates 2021 Term 1 Friday 29 January – Thursday 1 April Term 2 Tuesday 27… READ MORE »
Welcome to the St Margaret’s College Old Girls’ Association. We are a globally based network of… READ MORE »
Since 1910 when St Margaret’s College first opened its gate on Armagh Street, Inspiring Women have… READ MORE »
St Margaret’s College Senior School offers a wide range of exciting learning experiences for our senior… READ MORE »
St Margaret’s College Middle School is an exciting place that caters for students as they go… READ MORE »
In the St Margaret’s College Junior School (Years 1 to 6), we believe the key to… READ MORE »
At St Margaret’s Pre-School, we encourage children to be curious about their world. Our teachers provide… READ MORE »
Please complete the details in the form below and our Admissions Manager, Susie Campbell, will be… READ MORE »
ONLINE ENROLMENT FORM Find out more about SMC through our Virtual Visit, which includes a virtual… READ MORE »
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Ngā mihi o te rā, and a warm welcome to St Margaret’s College, Christchurch’s leading girls’… READ MORE »
