At Mangawhai’s new independent secondary school, we provide Years 7 – 13 students with strong academics, inclusive support, and rich life opportunities beyond the classroom. Our college’s governing trust is founded on the core values of integrity, cooperation and respect, and our deep connection with our whānau, community and local environment is at the heart of what we do.
The curriculum at Mangawhai Hills College is the International General Certificate of Secondary Education (IGCSE) using Pearson EdExcel resources.
Mangawhai Hills College is ready and thrilled to welcome young learners. Become a member of our whānau and apply for enrolment now.
Mangawhai is the fastest growing settlement in Kaipara. With so many young families settling here for all the right reasons, a quality high school became a must.
Term 1: 9 February – 2 April
Term 2: 20 April – 3 July
Term 3: 20 July – 25 September
Term 4: 12 October – 11 December
Mangawhai Hills College offers a dynamic environment and an international curriculum with localised content that nurtures bright, motivated and imaginative learners.
Learning is centred around connecting, creating, communicating and collaborating.
Small class sizes ensure an orderly learning environment and personalised attention.
High quality education that fosters strong connections with the local community.
Internationally recognised qualifications that will set your child up for lifelong success.
Mangawhai Education Trust, a registered charitable entity, is the owner of Mangawhai Hills College. Chairperson Jill Corkin, a Member of the NZ Order of Merit for her services to education, is passionate about providing an exceptional place to learn and grow for our young people. The trustees are truly thankful to the Mangawhai community for their generosity and support as it has turned the vision for the school into reality.
Our college is not just about schoolwork. It is about exciting, intentional teaching and learning about our community and environments. Check our FAQs for more details about our school and education curriculum.
Mangawhai Hills College students are kind, respectful and diligent. They want to make their world a better place for everyone. Here’s what some of them, and their parents, have said about MHC.
