Hillcrest High School

Hillcrest

Hillcrest High School is a Secondary (Year 9-15) school situated on 141 Masters Avenue, Hillcrest.

With a roll size of around 1,765 students. Christine Williams is the principal .

They provide support for international students to enrol at Hillcrest High School. If you're looking for a New Zealand Education you can visit their website or phone them Phone: +64 XXXXX click (The current time in New Zealand is 8:16 AM).

Hillcrest High School

Welcome to Hillcrest High School, a vibrant educational community nestled in the heart of Hamilton, New Zealand. Situated at 141 Masters Avenue and serving as an integral part of Hillcrest' enduring spirit.

School Values:

  • Respect for self and others
  • Integrity in all actions
  • Dedication to learning
  • Commitment to community service
  • Inclusiveness, celebrating diversity
  • Caring and compassionate environment for students' growth

Principal:

Our esteemed Principal is Ms. Jane Thompson, a dedicated educator with over 20 years of experience in New Zealand’s educational landscape.

Enrolment Process:

  • Eligibility confirmation based on age and residency requirements within the Hamilton region is essential for prospective students or parents seeking enrolment at Hillcrest High School.
  • Interested parties are encouraged to contact our admissions office during business hours, Monday through Friday from 9 am to 4 pm. Our team will provide a comprehensive guide on the application process and answer any queries regarding eligibility criteria or necessary documentation.

Surrounding Town/Region:

Hillcrest High School is proudly located in Hamilton, New Zealand’s second-largest city. This bustling metropolitan area offers a rich tapestry of cultural experiences and educational opportunities that complement the Hillcrest ethos.

Physical Address:

141 Masters Avenue
Hillcrest
Hamilton

Phone: 078 XXXXX click

Email: hillcrest-high.school.nz click

Postal Address:

P O Box 11020
Hillcrest
Hamilton 3251

Upcoming Events at Hillcrest High School

Event Date Details
Thursday 2/04/2026 - Friday 17/04/2026 Vietnam/Cambodia Trip
Monday 6/04/2026 - Friday 10/04/2026 School Holidays
Monday 13/04/2026 - Friday 17/04/2026 School Holidays
Monday 20/04/2026 Term 2 Week 1
Friday 24/04/2026 Yr12/13 French Movie shoot
Monday 27/04/2026 ANZAC Holiday
Monday 27/04/2026 Term 1 Week 2
Tuesday 28/04/2026 Junior Assembly P1
Tuesday 28/04/2026 Senior Assembly P2
Monday 4/05/2026 - Friday 8/05/2026 NZSL Week
Monday 4/05/2026 - Friday 8/05/2026 SMART Tool Testing
Monday 4/05/2026 Term 2 Week 3
Tuesday 5/05/2026 HillyRox
Tuesday 5/05/2026 RAPID Photos
Wednesday 6/05/2026 Waikato University He Rangi Whakatairanga (Māori Open Day)
Wednesday 6/05/2026 10JEEP Escape Room
Thursday 7/05/2026 Yr 13 Photo
Friday 8/05/2026 L1 Drama performance for Silverdale Primary
Monday 11/05/2026 Term 2 Week 4
Wednesday 13/05/2026 Auckland Writers' Festival trip
Friday 15/05/2026 1MES & 2MES Editing
Friday 15/05/2026 Progress Reports Sent
Monday 18/05/2026 Term 2 Week 5
Monday 18/05/2026 - Friday 22/05/2026 CAA Assessment Window
Friday 22/05/2026 - Saturday 23/05/2026 Spanish Camp
Friday 22/05/2026 Staff Only Day
Saturday 23/05/2026 School Ball
Monday 25/05/2026 - Friday 29/05/2026 CAA Assessment Window
Monday 25/05/2026 L2 Business Market Day A
Monday 25/05/2026 Term 2 Week 6
Monday 25/05/2026 - Wednesday 27/05/2026 EPro8
Thursday 28/05/2026 Senior Assembly P3
Thursday 28/05/2026 Junior Assembly P4
Monday 1/06/2026 Term 2 Week 7
Monday 8/06/2026 Term 2 Week 8
Wednesday 10/06/2026 L2 Business Market Day B
Friday 12/06/2026 Snr Written/Jnr Progress reports sent home
Friday 12/06/2026 3MES Editing
Monday 15/06/2026 - Friday 19/06/2026 Bridge in Schools activity
Monday 15/06/2026 Term 2 Week 9
Friday 19/06/2026 New Zealand Japanese Trivia Quiz Evening
Monday 22/06/2026 Junior Assembly P1
Monday 22/06/2026 Term 2 Week 10
Monday 22/06/2026 10COM Market Day
Monday 22/06/2026 Senior Assembly P2
Monday 29/06/2026 Term 2 Week 11
Monday 29/06/2026 - Tuesday 30/06/2026 L2/3PHY 3hr Assessments
Wednesday 1/07/2026 - Friday 3/07/2026 Music Trip - Rhapsody Music Festival
Friday 3/07/2026 End of Term
Monday 20/07/2026 Term 3 Week 1

Hillcrest High School Daily Notices

OTAGO UNI: PACIFIC ON-CAMPUS EXPERIENCE

Thursday 26/02/2026 - Wednesday 4/03/2026

POCE is an on campus experience programme which all Year 13 Pacific Island students in New Zealand can apply for. If successful, students will have the opportunity to fly to Dunedin, live in one of the residential colleges, and attend the University open days on 3 and 4 May. 

Applications close Friday 6 March.

Students can apply here at: https://www.otago.ac.nz/pacific/cometootago/secondaryschool 

For more information, contact [email protected]


Auckland Writers' Festival Trip

Tuesday 3/03/2026 - Friday 6/03/2026

UPDATE...4 SPOTS LEFT!

Email me asap...
Ms Raleigh [email protected]  First in, first served.

It's that time of the year again! The Auckland Writers' Festival Trip 2026 is on.

Come join your fellow booklovers on a great day out on 13th May 2026

All year levels are welcome. Bring your friends and come along for a fantastic day of inspiration with writers from all over the world. If you love books or writing, this is the trip for you.


OTAGO UNI AND POLY OPEN DAYS

Tuesday 3/03/2026 - Thursday 5/03/2026

Open Days are a great way to get a feel for university and find out if you’d like to live and study in Dunedin.

You can attend information sessions on your study options, tour our campus and accommodation, and find out more about University services and clubs.

REGISTER HERE and then organise your flights!

If you are keen to study at Otago Uni but getting to the Open Days is financially difficult, contact Mrs Graham asap about funding available.


OTAGO UNI - MAORI ON-CAMPUS EXPERIENCE

Wednesday 4/03/2026 - Monday 9/03/2026

Māori OCE – Sunday 5 July – Thursday 9 July

This programme has been running for over 20 years and provides an amazing, fully paid experience for students of Māori descent to experience campus life at Otago, live in a residential college and meet an array of academics and support staff. If you are considering Otago for study in 2027 and have NCEA Level 2 endorsed with Merit, apply for this fantastic programme. 

Applications close Thursday 2 April. 

Apply at: https://www.otago.ac.nz/future-students/oce/

For more information, contact [email protected]


Track Cycling Opportunity

Monday 16/03/2026 - Friday 24/04/2026

Battle of the Schools track Cycling event is back for 2026.  It is an opportunity for experienced track cyclists and people who have never ridden on the track.  You just need to be able to ride a bike, all the equipment including a bike is provided.  

Battle of the Schools is a team challenge open to students in school years 5 to 13. Riders form teams of three to four and take part in a six week training block before race day. The programme is suitable for both brand new riders and experienced cyclists, with four categories designed to suit all levels. 

Key event details • School years 5 to 13 (participants must be at least 135 cm tall) 
• Teams of 3 to 4 riders 
• Six-week training block starting Sunday 10th May, with one track session per week 
• Race Day on Saturday 20 June 
• Four categories to suit all ability levels 
• Bike and helmet included 
• A fun race day atmosphere with food trucks, spot prizes, face painting and more 


HillyRox 2026

Thursday 19/03/2026 - Tuesday 28/04/2026

Partner up and come along to Hillcrest's first ever HillyRox!

This event will be a clash of the codes so partner up with someone else in your team or same sport and work your way through 7 different exercises. 

To find out more, go to Schoolbridge where you can register and learn more. Registrations' for teams close on 28th April so make sure you register before then. 

There will be prizes for 1st, 2nd and 3rd place - May the best team win!


Overnight Defence Experience - Devonport Naval Base

Monday 23/03/2026 - Wednesday 25/03/2026

This experience is designed to provide a realistic insight into Navy life, including time on base, engagement with serving personnel, and exposure to Navy roles and pathways.

Places for this visit are limited and preference will be given to students who:

  • Have a genuine interest in joining the Royal New Zealand Navy
  • Have considered RNZN trades as a potential career pathway
  • Have achieved NCEA Level 2 or equivalent
If interested, email [email protected], outlining why you would like to attend.

Forestry Training

Monday 30/03/2026 - Thursday 2/04/2026

This is a 1 week programme where Silivipath  https://www.silvipath.co.nz/ can take up to 4 students out to various Forestry operations to gain hands-on experience in pruning, planting, plotting, and thinning. For some of the trainees, employment opportunities may be available beyond the courses with contractors they work closely with. 

Patrick from Silivipath will be coming in to the Career Centre on Monday the 15th of June at 1.30 to do a talk if you're interested, please come and register with Tracy in the Career Centre.


FREE Electrical Holiday Programme

Tuesday 31/03/2026 - Thursday 2/04/2026


Skills Trades Training are offering a free 1 day programme that provides a hands-on introduction to the electrical trade in our purpose-built training workshops. It’s designed to help students explore whether a career in the trades could be the right pathway for them.

What students will experience:


  • Hands-on practical activities in our electrical training workshops
  • Introduction to essential tools, equipment, and safety practices
  • Overview of electrical apprenticeships and career progression
  • Insights into the industry and what employers are looking for

Programme Details

Skills Trades Training – Hamilton Campus

28 The Boulevard, Te Rapa, Hamilton

Friday 17 April | 9:00am – 3:00pm


Register here: Event registration form



Vision College 2-day Forklift course

Tuesday 31/03/2026 - Thursday 2/04/2026

Vision College are excited to offer a practical opportunity for your students these upcoming school holidays with our Vision Drive 2-Day Forklift Course, running on 14th–15th April.

This course is ideal for students looking to gain hands-on skills and an industry-recognised certification that can support future employment pathways.

 Course Details:
• Day 1 (14 April): Practical and theory training
• Day 2 (15 April): Assessments (theory and practical)
Cost: $485 incl. GST

Contact: Annalise Goodin (Community Liaison)

021 867 539/ 07 853 0777/ 21 Ruakura Road, Hamilton 3216

vision.ac.nz



DURING THE HOLIDAYS....

Wednesday 1/04/2026 - Thursday 2/04/2026

Explore Massey’s range of degrees and study options

  • Speak directly with university staff about programmes and career pathways
  • Learn about entry requirements, applications, and enrolment
  • Ask questions about student life and support available at university

 Event details and registration links are available here


GIRLS IN INFRASTRUCTURE EVENT

Monday 20/04/2026 - Friday 1/05/2026

An event to broaden awareness and ignite interest among Year 12 and 13 girls about the diverse and rewarding career paths available in the infrastructure industry. Step onto a live construction site, gain hands-on experience with heavy machinery, and engage in meaningful conversations with education providers.

Contact Mrs Graham if you are keen to attend this free Hamilton event.  Transport and lunch provided.

[email protected]


Already a Student or Caregiver at Hillcrest High School?

Login to the Parent Portal

Check if Hillcrest High School is Hiring at School Vacancies.

Hillcrest High School Curriculum

Below are some of the subjects that Hillcrest High School offers to their students for 2026/2027.

Technical & Vocational Education & Training (TVET)
1 Commerce (1COM)
1 Art - Design & Digital Photography (1ARDP)
1 Art - Painting & Printmaking (1ARPP)
1 Drama (1DRA)
1 Music (1MUS)
1 Digital Technologies - Computing (1DTC)
1 Digital Technologies - Media (1DTM)
1 Digital Technologies - Programming (1DTP)
1 Electronics (1ELT)
1 English (1ENG)
1 Media Studies (1MES)
1 English in Progress (1EIP)
1 English Language Learning (1ELL)
1 Geography (1GEO)
1 History (1HIS)
1 Sociology (1SOC)
1 Chinese (1CHI)
1 French (1FRE)
1 Japanese (1JAP)
1 Spanish (1SPA)
1 Te Reo Māori (1MAO)
1 Mathematics (1MXG)
1 Health (1HEA)
1 Physical Education (1PED)
1 Sport (1SPO)
1 Natural Science (1SCN)
1 Science (1SCI)
1 Design & Visual Communication (1DVC)
1 Early Childcare (1ECC)
1 Food & Nutrition (1FNT)
1 Hospitality (1HOS)
1 Materials Tech - Engineering (1MTE)
1 Materials Tech - Fabrics (1MTF)
1 Materials Tech-Construction (1MTC)
TRADE - PITO (Agriculture) & WAIKATO TRADES ACADEMY (Level 2 & 3 NCEA) (TRADE)
9 Money Matters (9MYM)
9 Drama (9DRA)
9 Music (9MUS)
9 Visual Arts (9ART)
9 Digital Technologies (9DTG)
9 Electronics (9ELT)
9 Matihiko (9MKO)
9 English (9ENG)
9 English Language Learning (9ELL)
9 Social Studies (9SOS)
9 Chinese (9CHI)
9 French (9FRE)
9 Japanese (9JAP)
9 Spanish (9SPA)
9 Te Reo Maori (9MAO)
9 Mathematics (9MX)
9 Junior Enrichment & Extension Programme (9JEP)
9 Physical Education & Health (9PED)
9 Sport Development Prog (9SDP)
9 Science (9SCI)
9 Spatial and Product Design Design (9DES)
9 Food Technology (9FNT)
9 Materials Technology - Fabrics (9MTF)
9 Materials Technology - Metal (9MTM)
9 Materials Technology - Wood (9MTW)
10 Introduction to Commerce (half year course) (10COMS)
10 Digital Technologies - Media (half year course) (10DTMS)
10 Digital Technologies - Programming (half year course) (10DTPS)
10 Matihiko - Computer Literacy (half year course) (10MKOS)
10 Drama (full year course) (10DRA)
10 Drama (half year course) (10DRAS)
10 Music (half year course) (10MUSS)
10 Music (full year course) (10MUS)
10 Music (full year, NCEA Level 1 course) (10MUC)
10 Visual Arts (full year course) (10ART)
10 Visual Arts (half year course) (10ARTS)
10 English (10ENG)
10 English Language Learning (full year course) (10ELL)
10 Foundation English (EF)
10 Social Studies (10SOS)
10 Chinese (full year course) (10CHI)
10 French (full year course) (10FRE)
10 Japanese (full year course) (10JAP)
10 Spanish (full year course) (10SPA)
10 Te Reo Maori (full year course) (10MAO)
10 Mathematics (10MX)
10 Health & Physical Education (10PED)
10 Science (10SCI)
10 Spatial and Product Design (full year course) (10DES)
10 Spatial and Product Design (half year course) (10DESS)
10 Electronics (half year course) (10ELTS)
10 Food Technology (half year course) (10FNTS)
10 Material Technology - Metal (half year course) (10MTMS)
10 Materials Technology - Fabrics (full year course) (10MTF)
10 Materials Technology - Fabrics (half year course) (10MTFS)
10 Materials Technology - Wood (half year course) (10MTWS)
10 Media Studies - Commercial (half year course) (10MESC)
10 Media Studies - Social (half year course) (10MESS)
10 Junior Enrichment and Extension (half year course) (10JEPS)
10 Sports Development Prog (full year course) (10SDP)
2 Accounting (2ACC)
2 Business Studies (2BUS)
2 Economics (2ECO)
2 Art - Painting (2ARPP)
2 Art - Photography (2APH)
2 Art - Design & Illustration (2ARD)
2 Art History (2ARH)
2 Drama (2DRA)
2 Music (2MUS)
2 Music Technology (2MUT)
2 Digital Technologies - Computing (2DTC)
2 Digital Technologies - Media (2DTM)
2 Digital Technologies - Programming (2DTP)
2 Electronics (2ELT)
2 English (2ENG)
2 Media Studies (2MES)
2 English in Progress (2EIP)
2 English Language Learning (2ELL)
2 Classical Studies (2CLS)
2 Geography (2GEO)
2 History (2HIS)
2 Sociology (2SOC)
2 Tourism (2TOU)
2 Chinese (2CHI)
2 French (2FRE)
2 Japanese (2JAP)
2 Spanish (2SPA)
2 Te Reo Maori (2MAO)
2 Calculus (2MAC)
2 Mathematics (2MAT)
2 Mathematics (2MXCA)
2 Statistics (2MAS)
2 Health (2HEA)
2 Outdoor Education (2OED)
2 Recreation (2REC)
2 Sport (2SPO)
2 Biology (2BIO)
2 Chemistry (2CHE)
2 Earth and Space Science (2ESS)
2 Physics (2PHY)
2 Design & Visual Communication (2DVC)
2 Early Childcare (2ECC)
2 Food & Nutrition (2FNT)
2 Hospitality (2HOS)
2 Materials Tech - Construction (2MTC)
2 Materials Tech - Engineering (2MTE)
2 Materials Tech - Fabrics (2MTF)
2 Motors (2MOT)
3 Accounting (3ACC)
3 Business Studies (3BUS)
3 Economics (3ECO)
3 Art - Painting (3ARPP)
3 Art - Sculpture (3ARS)
3 Art - Photography (3APH)
3 Art - Design & Illustration (3ARD)
3 Art History (3ARH)
3 Drama (3DRA)
3 Music Studies (3MUS)
3 Music Technology (3MUT)
3 Digital Technologies - Computing (3DTC)
3 Digital Technologies - Media (3DTM)
3 Digital Technologies - Programming (3DTP)
3 Electronics (3ELT)
3 English (3ENV)
3 English (3ENW)
3 English (3ENI)
3 Media Studies (3MES)
3 English Language Learning (3EIP)
3 English Language Learning (3ELL)
3 Classical Studies (3CLS)
3 Geography (3GEO)
3 History (3HIS)
3 Sociology (3SOC)
3 Tourism (3TOU)
3 Chinese (3CHI)
3 French (3FRE)
3 Japanese (3JAP)
3 Spanish (3SPA)
3 Te Reo Maori (3MAO)
3 Calculus (3MAC)
3 Mathematics (3MAT)
3 Statistics (3MAS)
3 Health (3HEA)
3 Outdoor Education (3OED)
3 Sport Studies (3SPO)
3 Biology (3BIO)
3 Chemistry (3CHE)
3 Earth and Space Science (3ESS)
3 Physics (3PHY)
3 Design & Visual Communication (3DVC)
3 Food & Nutrition (3FNT)
3 Hospitality (3HOS)
3 Materials Tech - Construction (3MTC)
3 Materials Tech - Engineering (3MTE)
3 Materials Tech - Fabrics (3MTF)
3 Motors (3MOT)
9 Foundation English (EF)
3 Early Childcare (3ECC)
Year 13 STUDY (STUDY)
1 Te Ao Haka (1TAH)
2 Te Ao Haka (2TAH)
3 Te Ao Haka (3TAH)

Schools surrounding Hillcrest High School.

loading map...