07/04/2026
Check out our current Level 2 Salon Skills class learning balloon shaving, makeup sanitisation, and cross contamination ⚡
Cut Above Academy
New Zealand’s top training provider in hair and makeup, giving students an edge for over 40 years
We’re providing future professionals with the tools of the trade. The Cut Above Academy has been an integral part of New Zealand’s fashion history for over thirty years and it continues to play an important role in producing future hairdressers and make-up artists. The qualifications offered by the Cut Above Academy are first-class credentials in contemporary image making. We offer a unique range
07/04/2026
31/03/2026
Guest speaker galore for our barbering students at Cut Above! ⚡
First we had Julian Maloney, owner of Maloney's Barber Shop, and also a Wahl ambassador.
The we had talented hairdresser, barber and musician Pete, Senior Barber from Hava & Co. And last, we had Jose Rafael Meneses - 5× award-winning barber, Barber of the Year 2025, Trilogy Award, Wahl Ambassador, and also Cut Above graduate 🙌
25/03/2026
We took some of our students out to Polyfest last week! 🙌🏻
They served slick cuts and gorg styles, check out their awesome work ⚡️
20/03/2026
Hairdressing students at Cut Above were treated to an inspiring and informative guest workshop with Roberto Tarla this week! ⚡
Roberto is a highly respected Creative Director with Keune Haircosmetics Australia & New Zealand. Known for his bold and innovative approach to colour and styling, Roberto regularly leads workshops and industry showcases, inspiring professional stylists with his technical expertise and trend-forward vision ⭐
19/03/2026
Open Day Recap ⚡️
Thanks so much to everyone who came along yesterday, the campus was buzzing! If you’d like to enrol, you can do so via the link in bio ⭐️
18/03/2026
Our newest cohort for Level 4 Makeup absolutely smashed their first assessment this week for Day Makeup ⚡
Check out these fierce looks!
10/03/2026
One week to go! ⚡
Come along to Open Day next Wednesday to check out the Cut Above vibe.
You'll meet staff and students, and tour our awesome facilities!
Register now via link in bio, hope to see you there 🙌
19/02/2026
Daria always knew creativity would play an important role in her life. Studying Hairdressing at Cut Above became that rewarding and engaging creative outlet for her, and she now thrives in the industry at Ryder Salon ⭐
Check out Daria's full story via the link in bio ⚡
13/02/2026
MARCH OPEN DAY ⚡
Come along to campus on the 18th of March to experience our Open Day - you'll get a taste of student life, tour the facilities, and meet staff & students. Register now via the link in bio, we hope to see you there! ⭐
05/02/2026
Campus is closed tomorrow 6th February. We hope everyone has a great long weekend ⚡
03/02/2026
What's your Cut Above vibe - are you obsessed with doing your friends' hair, constantly watching makeup tutorials on youtube, or love the feeling of a fresh fade? ⚡
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360 Queen Street
Auckland
1010
Opening Hours
| Monday | 8:30am - 5:30am |
| Tuesday | 8:30am - 5:30am |
| Wednesday | 8:30am - 5:30am |
| Thursday | 8:30am - 5:30am |
| Friday | 8:30am - 5:30am |