Avonside Girlsʼ High School
Secondary school in Christchurch, New Zealand
WHO WE ARE
Established in 1928, Avonside Girls' High School is known for its warm, caring and welcoming atmosphere and strong academic record.
With a roll of 1100 girls, Avonside Girls' High School is a culturally diverse community. International students are an important part of our school and they are welcomed with friendliness as we value the richness and diversity they bring to our school.
In April 2019 we moved to a new campus where we are co-located with Shirley Boy's High School. We both remain dedicated single sex schools with expertise in educating girls only and boys only, but with opportunities for co-ed activities.
The school is 20 minutes from the city centre and shopping malls . There is a good bus system in the city and buses come to and from the school each day. The Christchurch International Airport is about 30 minutes from school.
About Christchurch
Christchurch is the South Island’s largest city and the gateway to Canterbury. Rebuilt with modern spaces and riverside precincts, it pairs established schools and tertiary options with easy access to beaches, the Port Hills, Banks Peninsula and alpine recreation.
Canterbury Region
The Canterbury Region on New Zealand’s South Island is a region of dramatic contrast — from sweeping plains, mighty braided rivers and the high Southern Alps through to coastal beaches at the Pacific. It encompasses the major city of Christchurch and wide rural districts, making it both a centre of culture and a backbone of agriculture and industry. The region’s economic strength, combined with space for growth and educational infrastructure, makes it well-suited for international students who want access to big-city amenities and outdoor adventure.
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