Nayland College
Secondary school in Nelson, New Zealand
Nayland College is a co-educational High School of approximately 1400 students located just 7km from Nelson and very close to Tahuna Beach. Nelson is a safe city of approximately 80,000 people, situated at the top of the South Island and surrounded by three National Parks. Nayland College is at the heart of our local community. All our host families live around the College which allows all our students to walk or bike to school. Nayland College is renowned for its outdoor education and marine biology programmes. Nayland College believes strongly in a holistic education, placing deliberate emphasis on supporting students to excel across a wide range of academic, social, physical and cultural activities. Our dedicated teaching staff provide an innovative curriculum, authentically engaging students in learning. We are committed to our vision of 'toitoi manawa'; inspiring, engaging and empowering learners to reach their full potential with resilience, perseverance and determination.
About Nelson
Nelson is a compact coastal city with one of New Zealand’s highest sunshine hours. It blends arts and markets with beaches, cycleways and access to three national parks across the wider Nelson–Tasman area.
Nelson Region
The Nelson Region sits at the north-western tip of the South Island, blessed with sunshine, beaches, art scenes, craft breweries and a strong sense of local community. It combines coastal living, national parks such as Abel Tasman and Kahurangi, and a balance of lifestyle and education that can appeal to international students looking for something beyond big cities. Schools in Nelson can highlight the region’s creative, outdoor and relaxed character — attractive differentiators for families seeking quality New Zealand study options with lifestyle appeal.
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