Top High School Education in Auckland


At our High School in Henderson, West Auckland students receive a world-class college education, with a top-quality Cambridge International curriculum. Pupils enjoy exceptional facilities and learn from outstanding teaching staff, fully supported by a pastoral care programme that is underpinned by personalised attention. Our students achieve exceptional results in IGCSE and A-Level examinations, making ACG Sunderland the top academic school in the region, and our students are proud to be part of the ACG Sunderland family.

Our High School consists of a Lower College (Years 7 to 10) and an Upper College (Years 11 to 13), with a seamless transition between the two. An outstanding extracurricular programme supports our strong academic focus and encourages students to strive for excellence in all aspects of their school lives. With a College education from ACG Sunderland, pupils will stand out anywhere in the world.

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Why Choose Our High School in West Auckland?


Our High School in Henderson, Auckland is one of the best High Schools in the country for student outcomes and academic results. In 2023, our students achieved a 100% pass rate in College A-Levels, with 42% of papers earning a mark of A* or A (80% or higher). Our exceptional High School rankings demonstrate our commitment to academic and individual excellence, and we give all students the chance to step into the best version of themselves while participating in a host of activities, clubs, overseas experiences and events.

The unique needs of each student at both Lower and Upper College levels are reflected in our teaching system: our Year 7 students are grouped together while the rest of the College features vertical classes, with a mix of year groups. Each College form class has a teacher who stays with the group for 6 years, ensuring continuity of care.

We provide all College students with individual guidance on subject selection during these essential high school years. Our teaching methods ensure individual attention, while close monitoring of performance promotes academic achievement.

High School Curriculum


Auckland College Lower curriculum

Lower College (Years 7–10)

Henderson College Upper School

Upper College (Years 11-13)

High School Subjects

  • English
  • Mathematics
  • Science
  • Social science
  • Art 
  • Computer science
  • Drama
  • Music
  • Physical education
  • Spanish
  • Technology

Compulsory

  • English Language, English Literature, and Mathematics

Optional (choose 4 IGCSE subjects from)

  • Art
  • Biology 
  • Chemistry 
  • Computer Science 
  • Design Technology 
  • History 
  • Music 
  • Physics 
  • Physical Education 
  • Spanish

Compulsory

  • English Language or English Literature or English General Paper

Optional (choose 3 AS subjects from)

  • Art
  • Biology 
  • Business Studies
  • Chemistry 
  • Classical Studies 
  • Computer Science 
  • Design Technology 
  • Marine Science 
  • Mathematics 
  • Music 
  • Physics
  • Physical Education (AS only)
  • Spanish 

Optional (choose 4 AS or A2 subjects from)

  • Art
  • Biology 
  • Business Studies
  • Chemistry 
  • Classical Studies 
  • Computer Science 
  • Design Technology 
  • Marine Science 
  • Mathematics 
  • Music 
  • Physics
  • Physical Education (AS only)
  • Psychology (AS only, in Year 13 only)
  • Spanish 
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High School Facilities


Nestled among nine acres of beautifully landscaped grounds in quiet Waipareira Avenue, our High School in Henderson, West Auckland offers an outstanding academic and extracurricular learning environment. Our college students truly enjoy coming to school here and are proud to be a part of the ACG Sunderland family.

Our top-quality high school facilities are well-appointed and include bright, air-conditioned classrooms with integrated technology. College students also benefit from exceptional arts and sports facilities and a separate play area.

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High School Teachers


Our High School teaching team takes pride in their ability to provide high-quality tuition to all college students. With a strong commitment to excellence, our teachers have extensive experience and subject expertise, which enables them to deliver meaningful, interactive and engaging lessons for the best high school education and learning outcomes.

Extracurricular Activities for Senior Students


Our college students enjoy a high level of involvement in a range of outstanding extracurricular activities, which complement their academic tuition and contribute to their holistic learning and development.

Our excellent school facilities allow students to enjoy a variety of sports activities during summer and winter, including individual and team sports, as well as engaging visual and performing arts lessons, drama and tuition in various instruments. Our high school pupils also have several opportunities to participate in community service and personal development activities.

Henderson College activities for students

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The Arts

Technology Integration and E-Learning in High School Years


Technology and digital tools are essential in today’s classrooms, helping prepare students for exciting futures in our fast-changing world. Information and communication technology is interlaced with many different aspects of high school learning at ACG Sunderland, which connects with the latest technologies, enabling students to go beyond the classroom and explore the world in a highly interactive and dynamic way.
 
Our High School in Auckland is a bring-your-own-device (BYOD) school and all College students are expected to bring a device that meets a minimum set of standards. Lower College students often have a tablet or notebook device, while students in the Upper College use a laptop-style device.

We offer a Canvas learning management system, ETV, Office365 for all students including email accounts, cloud document storage and interactive projectors in all classrooms.

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