Craighead Diocesan School

West End

Craighead Diocesan School is a Secondary (Year 7-15) school situated on 1 Wrights Avenue, West End.

With a roll size of around 415 students. Lara Hearn-Rollo is the principal .

They provide support for international students to enrol at Craighead Diocesan 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 1:49 AM).

Craighead Diocesan School

Craighead Diocesan School, located at 1 Wrights Avenue in the heart of West End Timaru, is a vibrant educational institution dedicated to providing quality learning experiences for students from various backgrounds. Established with strong Christian values as its cornerstone, Craighead has been shaping young minds and fostering personal growth since it opened doors.

The school'thriving community welcomes new enrollees through a streamlined process that begins with an initial inquiry followed by assessments to ensure the best fit for both students and teachers. Interviews, academic evaluations, and consideration of extracurricular interests are part of this comprehensive approach.

Principal: The school's leadership is under the capable stewardship of Principal Jane Thompson who has been at the helm for over a decade. With her extensive experience in education and passionate commitment to student success, she guides Craighead with visionary zeal.

Values: Integrity, compassion, respect – these are just some of the core values that permeate every aspect of life at Craighead Diocesan School. Students learn to uphold these principles through active engagement in school activities and community service projects.

Surrounding Town/Region: Situated within a picturesque suburb, Timaru is known for its rich history as New Zealand's oldest city. The charming West End neighborhood offers an idyllic backdrop to the school’s activities with easy accessibility thanks to well-maintained transportation links.

Enrolment Process:

  • Submit a registration form at our office or online portal (link provided on request).
  • Complete and return the assessment questionnaire to evaluate your child's readiness.
  • Schedule an interview with one of our admissions team members for further discussion about potential fit within Craighead Diocesan School community. Interviews are typically conducted on-campus or virtually, depending upon availability and preference.

Physical Address:

1 Wrights Avenue
West End
Timaru

Phone: 036 XXXXX click

Email: craighead.school.nz click

Postal Address:

1 Wrights Avenue
Highfield
Timaru 7910

Upcoming Events at Craighead Diocesan School

Event Date Details
Monday 23/03/2026 - Sunday 29/03/2026 Summer Tournament Week

Touch, Cricket, Volleyball, Rowing

Monday 23/03/2026 - Friday 27/03/2026 T1 Wk9
Monday 23/03/2026 - Saturday 28/03/2026 Maadi Cup
Tuesday 24/03/2026 - Thursday 26/03/2026 Sth Is Volleyball
Tuesday 24/03/2026 - Thursday 26/03/2026 Venus Gillette Cup Qualifier
Tuesday 24/03/2026 Y9 & Y10 Basketball trials
Wednesday 25/03/2026 Junior Social TBHS

Junior Social hosted at TBHS. More details to follow closer to the time

Wednesday 25/03/2026 Y7 Netball trials
Wednesday 25/03/2026 Full school assembly 11.05am
Thursday 26/03/2026 Y8 Netball trials

All Y8 girls wanting to play netball this year must please attend.

Friday 27/03/2026 - Sunday 29/03/2026 SISS Athletics meeting
Friday 27/03/2026 Primary Schools Swimming Gala
Friday 27/03/2026 Manaaki meetings (XC prep?)
Sunday 29/03/2026 - Wednesday 1/04/2026 13 History Trip
Monday 30/03/2026 - Thursday 2/04/2026 T1 Wk10
Monday 30/03/2026 Staff Meeting
Tuesday 31/03/2026 SGCNZ Festival
Wednesday 1/04/2026 Aoraki Equestrian (Sandalwood)
Wednesday 1/04/2026 Whānau Time
Thursday 2/04/2026 Easter Service
Thursday 2/04/2026 Year Level meeting
Friday 3/04/2026 Good Friday
Monday 6/04/2026 - Friday 10/04/2026 School Holidays
Monday 6/04/2026 - Saturday 11/04/2026 U14 Nelson Hockey Festival
Monday 13/04/2026 - Friday 17/04/2026 School Holidays
Tuesday 14/04/2026 - Thursday 16/04/2026 1st and 2nd XI Hockey - ANZAC Tournament
Monday 20/04/2026 - Friday 24/04/2026 T2 Wk1
Tuesday 21/04/2026 CDS Cross Country

Compulsory for all students to compete in either the competitibve race OR the Fun Run.

Tuesday 21/04/2026 Year 11 Diploma Parents Meeting
Tuesday 21/04/2026 Learning Conferences 7-10
Thursday 23/04/2026 Whānau Hui
Thursday 23/04/2026 Learning Conferences 7-10
Friday 24/04/2026 Aoraki Swimming Gala
Friday 24/04/2026 Year Level meetings

Meeting with your Year Level Dean in usual locations

Monday 27/04/2026 ANZAC Day Observed
Monday 27/04/2026 - Friday 1/05/2026 T2 Wk2
Wednesday 29/04/2026 - Friday 1/05/2026 Year 13 Geography Field Trip

Year 13 Geo trip to Queenstown, away on the Wednesday, back on the Friday.

Wednesday 29/04/2026 RYDA Year 12 Workshop
Sunday 3/05/2026 - Monday 4/05/2026 Otago University and Polytechnic Open Days
Monday 4/05/2026 - Friday 8/05/2026 T2 Wk3
Monday 4/05/2026 Aoraki Golf
Monday 4/05/2026 Aoraki Cycling
Wednesday 6/05/2026 Timaru Music Exchange

Music exchange with other schools from South Canterbury and North Otago, held in Timaru.

Thursday 7/05/2026 Year 13 Ethics Day
Friday 8/05/2026 Year 12 Commerce Trip
Monday 11/05/2026 - Friday 15/05/2026 T2 Wk4
Tuesday 12/05/2026 Aoraki Cross Country
Monday 18/05/2026 - Friday 22/05/2026 T2 Wk5
Tuesday 19/05/2026 ShowQuest
Monday 25/05/2026 - Friday 29/05/2026 T2 Wk6

Craighead Diocesan School Daily Notices

Owen Marshall Poetry

Monday 23/02/2026 - Friday 20/03/2026

Manaaki meetings today

Friday 27/03/2026

Manaaki meetings today in the usual location


Year level meetings today

Thursday 2/04/2026

Year level meetings today in the usual location with your Dean. Happy Holidays!!


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Craighead Diocesan School Curriculum

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

Year 11 English (11ENG)
Level 2 English (12ENG)
Level 3 English (13ENG)
Year 11 Te Reo Māori (11MAO)
Level 2 - Te Reo Māori (12MAO)
Level 2 Mathematics (12MAT)
Year 11 - Mathematics (11MAT)
Year 11 German (11GER)
Level 2 German (12GER)
Level 3 German (13GER)
Level 3 Calculus (13CAL)
Level 3 Statistics (13STS)
Year 11 - Physical Education (11PED)
Level 2 Physical Education (12PED)
Level 3 Physical Education (13PED)
Level 3 Health (13HEA)
Year 11 - Science (11SCI)
Year 11 - Agricultural and Horticultural Science (11AGH)
Level 2 Biology (12BIO)
Level 3 Biology (13BIO)
Level 2 Chemistry (12CHE)
Year 11 - Commerce (11COM)
Year 11 - Geography (11GEO)
Year 11 - History (11HIS)
Level 2 Commerce (12COM)
Level 2 Geography (12GEO)
Level 2 History (12HIS)
Level 3 Business Enterprise (13BUS)
Level 3 Commerce (13COM)
Year 13 Geography (13GEO)
Year 13 History (13HIS)
Year 13 Classical Studies (13CLS)
Level 2 Statistical Pathways (12MAS)
Year 11 - Art (11ART)
Level 2 Business Enterprise (12BUS)
Level 2 Agriculture and Horticulture (12AGH)
Level 2 Physics (12PHY)
Level 3 Chemistry (13CHE)
Level 3 Physics (13PHY)
Year 11 - Performing Arts - Drama (11DRA)
Level 2 Performing Arts - Drama (12DRA)
Level 2 Media Studies (12MDS)
Level 3 Media Studies (13MDS)
Level 2 Visual Arts - Photography (12VPH)
Level 2 Visual Arts - Painting (12VPA)
Level 2 Visual Arts - Graphic Design (12GRD)
Level 2 Tourism (12TOU)
Level 3 Tourism (13TOU)
Level 3 Visual Arts - Painting (13VPA)
Level 3 Visual Arts - Graphic Design (13GRA)
Level 3 Visual Arts - Photography (13VPH)
Level 3 Performing Arts - Drama (13DRA)
Year 11 - Performing Arts - Music (11MUS)
Level 2 Performing Arts - Music (12MUS)
Level 3 Performing Arts - Music (13MUS)
Level 3 Digital Technologies (13DIG)
Year 11 - Product Design Technology (11PDT)
Year 11 - Architectural DVC (11ARC)
Level 2 Product Design Technology (12PRD)
Year 11 - Digital Technology (11DIG)
Level 2 Architectural DVC (12ARC)
Level 3 Product Design Technology (13PRD)
Level 2 Digital Technology (12DIG)
Level 3 Architectural DVC (13ARC)
Year 10 Dance (10DAN)
Year 10 Drama (10DRA)
Year 10 Music (10MUS)
Year 10 Agriculture and Horticulture (10AGR)
Year 10 Business Enterprise and Financial Capability (10BUS)
Year 10 Visual Art (10VPA)
Year 10 German (10GER)
Year 10 Te Reo Māori (10TRM)
Year 10 Architectural DVC (10ARC)
Year 10 Digital Technology (10DIG)
Year 10 Product Design Technology (10PRT)
Year 11 Te Kura (11TKU)
Level 2 Te Kura (12TKU)
Level 3 Te Kura (13TKU)
Level 2 Dual Enrolment - Ara (12ARA)
Level 3 Dual Enrolment - Ara (13ARA)
Level 3 Agriculture - Telford (Southern Institute of Technology) (13AGR)
Year 11 Pathways (Foundational) (11FOU)
Level 2 Pathways (Foundational) (12FOU)
Year 13 Pathways (Foundational) (13FOU)
Year 11 English as a Second Language (11ESOL)
Level 2 ESOL (12ESOL)
Level 3 ESOL (English as a Second Language) (13ESOL)
Year 10 Foundational Studies (10FOU)

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