St Bernadette’s School (Hornby)

About St Bernadette’s School (Hornby)

St Bernadette’s School, nestled in the heart of Hornby within Canterbury's scenic Christchurch region, stands proudly at 74 Hei Hei Road as a vibrant co-educational full primary institution. With an approximate roll size of 166 students hailing from diverse backgrounds with significant representation including Asian families making up nearly half the student community and European/Pākehā accounting for over one in five, St Bernadette’s School fosters a rich tapestry of cultures within its educational environment. Under the leadership of Principal Joanne Jones, this state integrated school embodies values that celebrate inclusivity while providing an education steeped in New Zealand's unique cultural heritage and global outlook. The surrounding Hornby suburb contributes to St Bernadette’s character as a welcoming community where the spirit of learning is nurtured alongside respect for its varied demographics, including Māori and Pacific peoples who also form an integral part of this multicultural landscape. Students at St Bernadette's School are encouraged to embrace their cultural identities while engaging with the broader worldview that education here promotes—a balance between local community values such as respect, responsibility, and resilience alongside an appreciation for global citizenship concepts. This educational approach prepar

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Co-educational

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Joanne Jones

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State Integrated

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Day school

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Decile 4

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Full Primary

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About St Bernadette’s School (Hornby)

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