Auckland Girls' Grammar School

Ngā Manu Kōrero 2026

E mihi ana ki ēnei manu kōrero i whakakanohi i tō tātou kura ki te whakataetae ā-rohe o Ngā Manu Kōrero Tāmaki ki te Waitematā.

Congratulations to Charlie and Elin who represented our school in the Ngā Manu Kōrero Tāmaki ki te Waitematā regional competition.

Charlie Church (Ngāi Tahu) – 2nd Place, Tā Turi Carroll (Junior English)
Elin Latu (Ngāti Porou) – 3rd Place, Te Rāwhiti Ihaka (Junior Māori)

E poho kererū ana mātou i ā rāua kōrero rangatira me te tū māia. Their dedication, courage, and excellence have made their whānau, Ngā Tūmanako o Kahurangi, and our kura incredibly proud.

Te mutunga kē mai o te wanawana!

These results speak louder than words. 💙💛

We are incredibly proud to share AGGS’ 2025 NCEA results, which continue to significantly exceed national averages:

• Level 3: 97.5 (National average: 70.4%)
• Level 2: 97.8% (National average: 72.7%)
• Level 1: 92.6% (National average: 72.1%)
• University Entrance: 92.0% (National average: 49.9%)

We are also proud of the outstanding achievement across our diverse student community:
• 100% of Māori students in Year 12 gained Level 2
• 100% of Māori students in Year 13 gained Level 3
• 97.6% of Pasifika students in Year 13 gained Level 2
• 97.4% of Pasifika students in Year 12 gained Level 3

These results reflect the commitment of our students, the expertise of our staff, and the unwavering support of our WHĀNAU. Together, we continue to uphold a legacy of excellence at AGGS.

We are delighted to share that Auckland Girls' Grammar School has been named a finalist in the Prime Minister's Education Excellence Awards in the Raising Student Achievement category.

These prestigious awards, run by Ministry of Education NZ, celebrate outstanding practice and achievement in schools and kura across Aotearoa, recognising those making a significant and lasting impact on learners, educators and their wider communities.

This recognition reflects the commitment, determination and collective effort demonstrated every day by our staff and students. It is a testament to the high expectations, strong relationships and culture of learning at Auckland Girls'.

We also wish to acknowledge the continued support and partnership of our whānau and wider community. Together, we are creating a school where young women are empowered to succeed, flourish and realise their potential.

Pictured: Principal Ngaire Ashmore with Head Girl Ryvah Cooper and Student Representative on the Board of Trustees Malia Mausia.

A proud moment for our AGGS whānau.

Year 13 student Kendra Vito-Toleafoa has been selected as a student ambassador for the upcoming College Youth Games CrossFit competition. Kendra represented Auckland Girls' Grammar School with poise and pride alongside students from Waitākere College and St Dominic's Catholic College, visiting the LSKD store to model official event apparel and taking part in a live interview on Flava Radio.

Kendra is a true reflection of what AGGS stands for. As a Prefect, a dancer, an XFIT athlete, and a committee leader, she balances every responsibility with excellence, humility, and aroha. Her natural leadership and the way she represents our school community is something we celebrate today and every day.

A heartfelt thank you to LSKD New Zealand, Flava Radio, and the College Youth Games team for creating such a special opportunity for our young leaders.

Congratulations Kendra. You make AGGS proud.

LSKD
FLAVA
Waitakere College
St Dominic's Catholic College

We took one of our girls to the Met Gala 2026…

...virtually.

But look closely. The gown is not the story.

The pinstripes she wears have walked these grounds since 1888. The lion stitched in gold has watched over generations of young women before her, and will watch over generations more. She does not stand alone. She stands inside a long, unbroken line of AGGS women who dared, who endured, who triumphed.

She is the daughter of every mother who hoped. The granddaughter of every grandmother who believed. The next chapter of a sisterhood that stretches back nearly one hundred and forty years.

She is poised. She is proud. She is a lioness.

And she is only just beginning.

Our recent Fiefia Night was a beautiful celebration of faith, honour, pride and community. 💛💙

It was wonderful to see the church filled with respect and joy, from the powerful words of our mothers to the energy and commitment of our performers.

We would like to acknowledge our student leaders for their guidance and courage as the group steps into a new journey as a student led initiative, and thank our girls for giving their whole hearts to these performances. The growth we are seeing, not only as performers but as young women, is something we are truly proud of.