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Kahunui – Something New to Share
Read more: Kahunui – Something New to ShareWe are delighted to share a short photo story from Kahunui, our second campus in the beautiful Bay of Plenty, showcasing the completion of the first stages of our exciting new campus development. Our new Learning Hub Pavilion, classrooms, and library are now fully in use, and they are a wonderful addition to a place that already holds such a… Read more
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Two Golds and a Champion Boat: Our Rowers Deliver at Maadi
Read more: Two Golds and a Champion Boat: Our Rowers Deliver at MaadiOur rowing team made it into 3 A finals and 1 B final at Maadi, winning two gold medals! The first gold medal was won by Emily Young and Zara Blackie in the Girls Under 18 Double Sculls. With 42 crews entered from around the country, Emily and Zara won their heat, quarter final, semi final and the A final,… Read more
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Grandparents’ Day – A Joyful End to the Term
Read more: Grandparents’ Day – A Joyful End to the TermOur recent Grandparents’ Day brought so much warmth and happiness to our Junior School as we welcomed our special visitors onto campus. It was truly heartwarming to witness the love and connection between our girls and the special people in their lives. Thank you to every grandparent who joined us, your presence made the last week of term truly memorable… Read more
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End of Term 1 Sports Wrap Up
Read more: End of Term 1 Sports Wrap UpIt’s the end of what has been a very busy term in Sport at St Cuthbert’s. Here are some of the recent successes. Maadi Cup Over the past 9 days our rowers have been down in Twizel attending the annual Maadi Regatta in Twizel. 128 schools attended this event with over 2000 athletes, 26 of those coming from St Cuthberts. We… Read more
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EOTC – Hikers out in force
Read more: EOTC – Hikers out in forceWe have a dedicated group of staff, led by James Waugh, who take students for hikes with many students heading along for Duke of Edinburgh or simply for fun! Earlier in March a group of 20 students along with teachers James Waugh, Loren Potocky, Paris Andrews and Tia Svoboda embarked on an ambitious 5 day hike throughout the Tongaririo area.… Read more
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NZ Premiere – Once Upon a One More Time
Read more: NZ Premiere – Once Upon a One More TimeHave the Once Upon a One More Time of your life with this spectacular reimagining of the classic fairytale. Beloved storybook princesses discover a new narrative filled with independence, friendship, and empowerment, all set to the iconic soundtrack of Britney Spears. With dazzling choreography, powerful vocals and high energy ensemble numbers, this production promises laughter, heart, and pure pop brilliance.… Read more
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Ponies, Ice Cream & Pure Joy: Junior School Picnic Has It All
Read more: Ponies, Ice Cream & Pure Joy: Junior School Picnic Has It AllWhat an incredible afternoon we had at our Junior School Picnic! The weather was at its best, setting the scene for a relaxed and joy-filled event. Families enjoyed a delicious mix of BBQ favourites and tempting treats from the food trucks, while the face painting station was buzzing with colour and creativity so beautifully managed by our Year 13 Events… Read more
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Buzzing good fun
Read more: Buzzing good funOn Wednesday, Year 5 was buzzing with excitement as the Bee Lady joined us for an immersive Science session on pollinators. Our girls were brimming with thoughtful questions and eager to learn. They had the unique opportunity to observe live bees, including the queen, and engaged in hands-on activities like crafting plasticine bees and beeswax candles. This engaging experience sparked a… Read more
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Summer of Speed: Scarlett Robb’s Record-Breaking Season
Read more: Summer of Speed: Scarlett Robb’s Record-Breaking SeasonScarlett Robb has had a busy summer competing across New Zealand, Australia and the USA in track and cross country. At the New Zealand Secondary Schools Track & Field Championships in the Hawke’s Bay in early December, Scarlett achieved the distance double, winning both the Senior Girls 1500m and 3000m. As a result of this, Scarlett was named in the… Read more
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Celebrating the 2025 Top Students at Scholars’ Assembly
Read more: Celebrating the 2025 Top Students at Scholars’ AssemblyToday we proudly celebrated our top scholars from 2025 at our Scholars’ Assembly, recognising exceptional academic achievement in Level 2 and Level 3 NCEA, the International Baccalaureate, and Scholarship examinations. Thirty-one 2025 Year 11 Scholars and twenty-eight 2025 Year 12 Scholars were honoured at the assembly, while forty-four 2025 Year 13 Scholars were also recognised for their achievements in absentia.… Read more
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2025 Remarkable Academic Results
Read more: 2025 Remarkable Academic ResultsWe are delighted to share our outstanding 2025 academic results across NCEA, the International Baccalaureate Diploma, and NZQA Scholarships. These results are a testament to our students’ dedication, the strength of our teaching staff, and the whole-school culture we nurture together. Congratulations to Olivia Wei who gained a perfect score of 45 in the IB diploma, and to Siobhan Murphy and… Read more
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St Cuthbert’s Students Awarded 121 NZQA Scholarships!
Read more: St Cuthbert’s Students Awarded 121 NZQA Scholarships!We are delighted to share our 2025 NZQA scholarship results! Our students have gained an impressive 121 scholarships including 16 Outstanding Scholarships. Congratulations to our 2025 NCEA Dux, Ava Dilly, who has been awarded one of only 13 Premier Scholarships nationally. Ava secured nine scholarships, including four Outstanding Scholarships, placing her in contention for the Prime Minister’s Award. A total… Read more
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This is a huge achievement for these students, continuing the College’s long tradition of representation in the national choirs.
They both sing in our school’s premiere choir, Saints Alive, and are integral members of our wider choral programme.
Well done Lauren and Indiana!
🎥Saints Alive performing earlier this year
Thea is currently Executive Principal of ACG Tauranga and has previously served as Deputy Principal of Long Bay College and Western Springs College, and Lead Principal of the Oneroa Kāhui Ako. She brings 28 years of experience in education, including more than 20 years in senior leadership in New Zealand schools.
The Board was particularly impressed by Thea's humility, her deep commitment to teaching and learning, and her belief in the potential of young women.
"I believe young people thrive when high expectations are combined with genuine care, and I look forward to working alongside staff, students and families to ensure every girl feels known, supported and challenged to become the very best version of herself." – Thea Kilian
There will be many opportunities for our girls, staff, parents and Old Girls to meet Thea next year, and we will share key dates soon.
Please join us in welcoming Thea to the St Cuthbert's community.
Read the full announcement on our website (link in comments):