Awatapu College
Secondary school in Palmerston North, New Zealand
Awatapu College has a strong focus on excellence and on meeting the individual needs of our student body. Also, our International Student Programme encourages independant thought and cooperative learning in a supportive environment. Awatapu College has been recognised on four different occasions by the New Zealand government for its excellent programme and support to international students. It offers both academic and vocational subjects and activities in culture, music and sport to ensure that every international student achieves their personal best.
Whai mana, whai oranga
Focused on Excellence
Location: Palmerston North, New Zealand
Established: 1976
Years: 9-13 (Age 13-19)
School Roll: 875
International Roll: 30
Countries: 28
Ethnicities: 30
About Palmerston North
Palmerston North is Manawatū’s university city and logistics hub. It combines education and research with sport, parks and riverside trails, and serves a wide rural region.
Manawatū-Whanganui Region
The Manawatū-Whanganui Region spans a large part of the lower North Island, containing a mix of coastal plains, river valleys such as the Manawatū River, small cities like Palmerston North, and extensive farmland. This region balances rural character with educational hubs, and is often more affordable than the larger metropolitan centres — attractive for schools wanting to position themselves as accessible. For international students, the region offers a quieter but rich cultural and outdoor environment, with pastoral landscapes, bush, and a strong sense of community.
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