Whanganui Collegiate School

27/08/2026

Save the Date: Grandparents & Grand-Friends Day
There’s nothing quite like the bond between our students and their grandparents or special grand-friends, and we can’t wait to celebrate those unique connections with an afternoon on campus. Come experience life at Whanganui Collegiate School through your student's eyes, starting with a 1:00 PM arrival at the Chapel Gate followed by a warm welcome from Headmaster Mr Ainsley Robson at 1:15 PM. Guests will then gather for a special Chapel Service at 1:20 PM before heading out on a campus tour led by their student relative at 1:40 PM. The afternoon will wrap up with a wonderful shared afternoon tea at 2:30 PM. Join us on Friday, 16 October 2026, at Big School on 132 Liverpool Street. Please tap the link to reserve your spot today: https://www.trybooking.com/nz/BFCQ

27/08/2026

Whanganui Collegiate School 1st XV defeated Whanganui High School 45–0 yesterday in their final game of the season. Seremaia Waqanisau and Jonny Afamasaga scored two tries each, with Benjamin Karatau, Charlie Mabin and Charlie Devane adding one apiece, while Cruz Malō kicked five conversions. A great way to end the season for our leaving Yr 13 players.🖤💙

26/08/2026

Izzy Benefield and Kaya Marshall have been selected for the 2026 NZQA Ringa Toi Exhibition, a national showcase highlighting top Toi Māori and Pacific student artwork across Aotearoa.

Izzy was selected for Printmaking, while Kaya achieved a rare double selection for both Photography and Printmaking.

Congratulations to both artists on this exceptional national achievement!

26/08/2026

The Whanganui Collegiate School Dining Hall has been transformed into a true Texas-style hoedown, with a fantastic themed dinner prepared by our school caterers, Ovation.

From the atmosphere to the food, it was a night full of fun, great company and a whole lot of Texas spirit! 🎶🐎

24/08/2026

Our 1st XI Girls Hockey team recently defeated Feilding High School 4–1 to win the Manawatū Secondary Schools InterCity Final, becoming InterCity champions for the first time since the competition began in 2020. The team completed the league unbeaten, scoring an impressive 52 goals while conceding just four across 12 matches. Congratulations to the entire team on this outstanding achievement.

24/08/2026

21/08/2026

Today, our cast and crew had the pleasure of performing a special matinee of The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe for visiting local schools. The energy in the Prince Edward Auditorium was incredible, and our students loved sharing the magic of Narnia with such an enthusiastic young audience!

The journey comes to a grand finale tonight as our talented performers take to the stage for their final, closing-night show. A big thank you to everyone who has supported this year's production.

20/08/2026

This morning, members of Grey House alongside their Housemaster Chris Nevay visited Anthony at the Whanganui City Mission to hand over a $2,400 cheque raised during Grey House Charity Week.
After a tour of the premises, the team walked away deeply impressed by the incredible work being done for our community and prouder than ever to support such a vital local initiative.
Thank you to everyone who donated and helped our students make a real difference!

19/08/2026

Interschool Exchange | WCS vs Rathkeale College

Blue skies, high stakes, and top-tier school sport! The sun came out on Wednesday for a day of fierce competition as Whanganui Collegiate School took on Rathkeale College across Hockey, Football, Rugby, and Badminton.

Outstanding effort from all of our teams who left it all on the court, pitch, and field. A massive shoutout as well to the coaches, staff, and travelling supporters for bringing the sideline energy!

18/08/2026

They did it!
After walking through the night in freezing and challenging conditions, Alaska Humphrey and Sophie Cranstone reached the summit of Mt. Kilimanjaro early on Monday morning alongside their expedition team.
We look forward to welcoming Alaska and Sophie back to school and hearing all about their unbelievable journey!