Ellesmere College

Ellesmere College is a Secondary (Year 7-15) school situated on Leeston Dunsandel Road, .

With a roll size of around 504 students. Antony French is the principal .

They provide support for international students to enrol at Ellesmere College. 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 5:13 PM).

Ellesmere College

Ellesmere College, located in the charming town of Leeston within the picturesque Canterbury region of New Zealand, stands as a pillar of excellence and community spirit. Nestled on Leeston Dunsandel Road, this educational institution is committed to fostering an environment where every student can thrive academically while also developing into well-rounded individuals.

Ellesmere College'selves are steeped in a rich heritage that dates back over 150 years. The school’s values of respect, integrity, and service to others resonate deeply within the community it serves. As part of this close-knit township where everyone knows each other by name, Ellesmere College plays an integral role in shaping not only young minds but also contributing positively towards local culture and society.

Enrolment Process

Ellesmere College welcomes new students with open arms. The enrolment process begins by submitting an application form along with the required supporting documents directly to our admissions office at [email protected]. Once we receive your completed forms, please allow up to two weeks for us to review them and get back in touch regarding further steps or additional information needed.

Principal Overview

"I am passionate about providing an exceptional education that prepares our students not only academically but also personally, socially, and spiritually," says Principal . With over 30 years of experience in the educational field, Mr. Smith brings a wealth of knowledge to his role at Ellesmere College.

"Our goal is for every student here to feel valued as an individual while also being part of something larger than themselves – our school community," he adds. Under Principal 's leadership, the college continues its tradition of excellence and commitment towards creating a positive impact on future generations.

Contact Information

  • Phone: +64 302

Physical Address:

Leeston Dunsandel Road
Leeston

Phone: 033 XXXXX click

Email: ellesmere.school.nz click

Postal Address:

P O Box 52
Leeston 7656

Upcoming Events at Ellesmere College

Event Date Details
Tuesday 28/04/2026 - Wednesday 29/04/2026 EPro Competition
Wednesday 29/04/2026 Kapa Haka
Thursday 30/04/2026 World Vision Conference
Friday 1/05/2026 Assembly P1
Period 1
Monday 4/05/2026 Otago Open Day
Tuesday 5/05/2026 Selwyn Rowing Promotion Day
Wednesday 6/05/2026 Yr 9-13 Sport starts
Friday 8/05/2026 Careers Expo Yr 12-13
Year 12 & 13
Wednesday 13/05/2026 World Vision Challenge Planning Workshop
Thursday 14/05/2026 OED- Orienteering
Friday 15/05/2026 Tod-MoE Curriculum Day/CFI
Monday 18/05/2026 Yr 7/8 BBall starts
Tuesday 19/05/2026 Junior Quad
Tuesday 19/05/2026 Sports Studies-Climbing
Tuesday 19/05/2026 Rotary Quiz
Friday 22/05/2026 Primary Winter Sports Starts
Tuesday 26/05/2026 Sports Studies-Climbing
Thursday 28/05/2026 OED- Day Hike
Friday 29/05/2026 Assembly
Period 4
Friday 29/05/2026 World Vision Youth Ambassador
Tuesday 2/06/2026 Sports Studies-Climbing
Thursday 4/06/2026 UC Discovery Day Year 12's
Thursday 4/06/2026 Whanau Spirit event
Colour Run/Haka Challenge
Tuesday 9/06/2026 Sports Studies-Climbing
Monday 15/06/2026 - Wednesday 17/06/2026 Yr 12 Geography Trip
Tuesday 16/06/2026 Senior Quad
Tuesday 23/06/2026 Senior Quad PP
Wednesday 1/07/2026 Assembly
Period 4
Thursday 2/07/2026 CLM Showcase TBC
Friday 24/07/2026 Lincoln University Open Day
Friday 31/07/2026 Semi Formal -TBC
Monday 3/08/2026 EC Ski Trip
Friday 7/08/2026 Year 7 & 8 Disco TBC
Thursday 13/08/2026 OED Ski Trip
Tuesday 18/08/2026 - Thursday 20/08/2026 Yr 13 Geography Trip
Friday 21/08/2026 ToD-MoE Curriculum Day/CFI
Thursday 27/08/2026 - Friday 28/08/2026 OED Ski Trip
Friday 28/08/2026 UC Open Day
Monday 31/08/2026 - Friday 4/09/2026 Winter Tournament Week
Monday 31/08/2026 - Friday 4/09/2026 SISS Netball Tournament
Monday 31/08/2026 - Wednesday 2/09/2026 Badminton Champs
Wednesday 16/09/2026 - Thursday 17/09/2026 Primary Winter Tournament (poss 2 x days)
Monday 21/09/2026 Exhibition Evening
Tuesday 22/09/2026 - Thursday 24/09/2026 Koru Games
Wednesday 23/09/2026 Po Whakangahau TBC
Sunday 4/10/2026 - Friday 9/10/2026 National School MTB
Wednesday 14/10/2026 Dunsandel Activity Afternoon
Friday 16/10/2026 Leeston Activity Afternoon
Tuesday 20/10/2026 Southbridge Activity Afternoon
Wednesday 21/10/2026 - Friday 23/10/2026 OED Boyle River Trip

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Ellesmere College Curriculum

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

Year 11 Love of Language (ENG120)
Year 11 Media Studies (ENG140)
Year 11 The Right to Choose (ENG150)
Year 11 World of Words (ENG110)
Year 11 Japanese Fundamentals (JPN120)
Year 11 Japanese Fundamentals (JPN110)
Year 11 Te Reo Māori (MAO110)
Year 11 Te Reo Māori (MAO120)
Year 11 Mathematics Reasoning (MAT140)
Year 11 Numeracy (NUM110)
Year 11 Health Matters (HEA110)
Year 11 Outdoor Education (OED110)
Year 11 Physical Education (PED110)
Year 11 Physical Education (PED120)
Year 11 Just How Green Are We? (AGR120)
Year 11 Money doesn't grow on trees (AGR110)
Year 11 Out of this World - Science (SCI110)
Year 11 Science (SCI140)
Year 11 Science (SCI120)
Year 11 Science - Life in the Extreme (SCI130)
Year 11 Business Masters (BUS120)
Year 11 Geography in Action (GEO120)
Year 11 Geography Unlocked (GEO110)
Year 11 Heroes of History (HIS120)
Year 11 Mind your own Business (BUS110)
Year 11 TOU110 Tourism Pathways (TOU110)
Year 11 Weapons of War (HIS110)
Year 11 Digital Creation: From Web to Modelling (DTC110)
Year 11 Coding and Computer Science (DTC120)
Year 11 Food Essentials (FEC110)
Year 11 Backing Through Time (FEC120)
Year 11 Resistant Materials Technology (TEC120)
Year 11 Resistant Materials Technology (TEC110)
Year 11 Music (MUS110)
Year 11 Music (MUS120)
Year 11 Paint/Photography (PHO110)
Year 11 Painting (PAI110)

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