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CONNECTION

We want all learners to feel a sense of belonging in our school and to our whanau. There is a very strong connection between whanau and learning. Our Year 9 and 10 learners primarily learn in whanau-based groupings, with the majority of their learning leaders also being from the same whanau.

CONFIDENCE

Alfriston College celebrates the achievements of our learners in many ways. Whanau have celebration assemblies each term to acknowledge the accomplishments of their learners in the four dimensions of: Academic,Community,Culture, Sport

COMPETENCE

Alfriston College runs 90 minute learning periods. This means that most learners have Whanau-based Learning Advisory (in Hapu with an Amokura) and three classes per day. 90 minute lessons allow for more in depth and uninterrupted learning to occur.

CHARACTER

Each of the five Whānau provides an effective environment for learning and growth, social interaction, leadership opportunities and mutual support while also maintaining a unique culture of its own through its colours, mottos, flags and traditions.

LATEST NEWS

Jun 4th, 2025

Congratulations Mrs Meleua Ikiua - Making History.Long serving Learning Leader, Mrs Meleua Ikiua is the first AC staff member to receive a King’s Honour. Mele is a recipient of the New Zealand Order of Merit (MNZM) for her work and passion - Niue language and culture. The official paperwork says, "Mele was made a MZNM for services to Vagahau Niue language and education, including her role in Niue’s participation in the Polyfest cultural festival and establishing the Tokiofa Arts Academy - the world’s first Niue Performing Arts Academy, offering a platform for Tagata Niue to experience and celebrate their culture through music, dance, and theatre." Hundreds of AC learners have benefited from Mele’s knowledge and skills over the past 19 years. We are lucky to have her in the AC whanau.Read more here www.rnz.co.nz/international/pacific-news/562850/pasifika-recipients-say-king-s-birthday-honours-n... ... See MoreSee Less

Jun 4th, 2025

Thanks to Deidre Te'o for this reel of yesterday's Vaiaso o le gagana Samoa celebrations. ... See MoreSee Less

Jun 3rd, 2025

Vaiaso o le gagana Samoa - aso lua. ... See MoreSee Less

UPCOMING EVENTS

OPENING HOURS

Learners: 

Monday – Tuesday,

Thursday – Friday   

School starts at 9.00am and finishes at 3.00pm.

Wednesday Early Finish

School starts at 9.00am and finishes at 2.30pm 

Main Reception:
8.00am to 4.00pm

Student Services:
8.30am to 4.00pm

Cashiers Office:
Wednesday:
8.30-9.20am, 11.00-11.30am,
1.00pm-1.30pm

Other Days:
8.30-9.20am, 11.30am – 12.00pm,
1.30pm-2.00pm

TERM DATES 2025

Term 1
Friday, 21 January – Friday, 11 April

Term 2
Monday, 28 April – Friday, 27 June

Term 3
Monday, 14 July – Friday, 19 September

Term 4
Monday, 6 October – Thursday, 11 December