Bishop Viard College

Bishop Viard College is a Secondary (Year 7-15) school situated on 20 Kenepuru Drive, .

With a roll size of around 356 students. Christopher Theobald is the principal .

Bishop Viard College

Bishop Viard College, located at the heart of Porirua on Kenepuru Drive, stands as a distinguished educational institution embracing diversity and fostering academic excellence. Established with an unwavering commitment to providing quality education in its community, Bishop Viard has become synonymous with character-building opportunities that extend beyond the classroom walls.

Enrolment Process:

Embark on a journey of learning at Bishop Viard College by following these simple steps to enroll your child in this prestigious school. Firstly, visit our Enrolment page for detailed information on the application process and deadlines.

To apply, parents must complete an online form available at Bishop Viard College's website or submit a hard copy to our admissions office located within Porirua. The necessary documents include proof of residency in Porirua, your child’s birth certificate, and any previous school records if applicable.

Principal:

Our esteemed Principal is Mr. David Bell who has been at the helm for over a decade with unwavering dedication to student success. Under his guidance, Bishop Viard College continues to uphold high standards of education and community engagement.

Surrounding Town/Region:

Bishop Viard College is nestled in the vibrant city of Porirua. This thriving metropolitan area offers a plethora of cultural experiences, recreational activities and educational opportunities for both students and families alike.

Values:

  • Excellence in Education - We believe that every student has the potential to achieve academic excellence with proper guidance and support. Our dedicated faculty works tirelessly to provide a stimulating learning environment where students can thrive.
  • Diversity & Inclusion - At Bishop Viard College, we celebr

Physical Address:

20 Kenepuru Drive
Porirua

Phone: 042 XXXXX click

Email: viard.school.nz click

Postal Address:

P O Box 50075
Porirua 5240

Bishop Viard College Daily Notices

Gagāna Sāmoa ('Ava Fa'atupu)

Monday 25/05/2026

8.45 School already seated in the gym while senior students and other staff members will be outside on the basketball court by the chapel to sing Samoan Anthem and raise the flag.



Straight after that will be the 'Ava Fa'atupu in the gym for p.1.



Morning tea in the staff room for visitors.


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Bishop Viard College Curriculum

Below are some of the subjects that Bishop Viard College offers to their students for 2026/2027.

Level 1 Digital Studies (DIGT100)
Level 3 Digital Technology (DIGT300)
Level 1 Art (ART100)
Level 2 Art - Painting or Printmaking (ART201)
Level 3 Art - Painting or Printmaking (ART301)
Level 3 Music (MUSC300)
Level 1 Music (MUSC100)
Level 2 Physical Science (Physics) (PHX200)
Level 1 Samoan (SAMN100)
Level 1 English (ENGL100)
Level 2 English (ENGL200)
Level 3 English (ENGL300)
Level 2 Health Science (HSCI200)
Level 1 Commerce (COMM100)
Level 1 Religious Education (REST100)
Level 2 Religious Education (REST200)
Level 3 Religious Education (REST300)
Level 1 Food Tech (Technological Processes) (FOTE100)
Level 2 Food Technology (FOTE200)
Level 3 Food Technology (FOTE300)
Level 3 Mathematics (MATH300)
Level 1 Mathematics (MATH100)
Level 2 Mathematics with Calculus (MATH200)
Level 2 Mathematics with Statistics (STAT201)
Level 3 Statistics (STAT300)
Level 1 Geography (GEOG100)
Level 3 History (HIST300)
Level 2 Building and Construction (CONS200)
Level 1 Language Learning (LALN100)
Sport Studies 100 (SPOR100)
Sport Studies 200 (SPOR200)
Sport Studies 300 (SPOR300)
Level 2 Art - Photography (ART203)
Level 3 Art - Photography (ART303)
Level 2 Digital Technology (DIGT200)
Level 2 Music (MUSC200)
Level 1 Science - General (SCIE100)
Level 3 Pasifika Performing Arts (PPA300)
Level 3 Year 12 Yes Enterprise Business Course (YES300)
Level 2 Samoan (SAMN200)
Level 3 Samoan (SAMN300)
Level 1 Te Reo Maori (MAOR100)
Level 2 Te Reo Maori (MAOR200)
Level 3 Te Reo Maori (MAOR300)
Level 2 History (HIST200)
Level 1 Design Materials and Processing Technology (Desn100)
Level 1 Pasifika Performing Arts (PPA100)
Level 2 Pasifika Performing Arts (PPA200)
Level 2 Language Learning (LALN200)
Level 3 Language Learning (LALN300)
Level 1 History (HIST100)
Level 3 Biology (BIO300)
Level 3 Chemistry (CHEM300)
Level 2 Financial Literacy (12FINL)
Level 2 Art History (ARTH200)
Level 2 Digital Technology (Digt 200)
Level 2 - Science in Society (SIS200)
Level 3 Science in Society SIS300 (13SIS SIS300)
Level 3 - Science in Society (SIS300)
Level 2 Cultural Design Technology (Desn200)
Level 3 Building and Construction (CONS300)

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