We are proud of the culture in our school which supports young women to become strong future leaders. At Whanganui Girls’ College, we are in the unique position of being the only single-sex school for girls in Whanganui, and we welcome you to come join us on your learning journey.
Our strong values are the foundation for the positive environment. We invest in the academic, social, sporting and creative elements of our students’ education to prepare them for the challenges they will face in an ever-changing world.
Our teaching ensures that students become creative, collaborative, critical and caring thinkers as they grow into confident young women.
Our students achieve academic excellence within a supportive environment where we meet the needs of every student.
Our students are committed to sustaining the natural beauty of Whanganui and New Zealand. We are proud to be an Enviroschool, and our students are leading us in our environmental journey.
Each student should work to reach their potential.
Students should work together to ensure learning happens in a safe and understanding environment.
Growth happens in academic, cultural, sporting and emotional spheres.
A culture of mutual respect is a pre-requisite to achieveing successful outcomes.
Supporting peers is key to ensuring a strong culture within our school.
Founded in 1891, Whanganui Girls’ College has been devoted to the education of young women for over one hundred years.