Welcome to the Spotswood College Whānau
Tēnā koutou,
Welcome to Spotswood College | Te Kura Tuarua o Ngāmotu.
Thank you for choosing our kura for your child's secondary education. We are honoured that you have placed your trust in us and are delighted to welcome your whānau into our school community.
Starting secondary school is an important milestone. It marks the beginning of new learning, new friendships, new challenges and exciting opportunities. While it is a time of anticipation, we also understand it can bring a few uncertainties—for students and parents alike. Please be assured that we are committed to making this transition a positive and rewarding experience for every learner.
At Spotswood College, our KAWA is to Connect, Strengthen and Inspire Each Other to Achieve Personal Excellence. This vision underpins everything we do and is brought to life through our values of Manaakitanga, Whakawhanaungatanga, Whakamana and Pono. Together, they shape the way we learn, the way we lead and the way we care for one another.
Next Steps: Year 9 2027
Please call our office to put on our list to get an enrolment interview booking: 06 7512416
Next Steps: Year 10 -13 2027
We will be in contact by the end of Term 4 2026, once we have requested and received information from your current school. After that, the Dean will arrange an interview.
In the meantime, please look through the information below outlining what we will cover during the interview
What We Will Cover During the interview:
We will Discuss your child’s interests, strengths, and learning needs.
We will review your child’s course‑preference list, please look at these ahead of time and bring a list of the subjects they are interested in—including second‑choice options—as we will make these selections during the interview. You can find the 2027 Prospectus and Course Selection form below.
Outline key information about starting at Spotswood College, including expectations, support systems, and next steps.
Provide space for any questions or additional information you wish to share.
You can bring any relevant information along with you — any learning, wellbeing, or support documentation you feel is important and have not provided already (e.g., learning‑support information, medical plans).
If you require any help accessing course information, or are unable to view the prospectus or course selection guide online, please come to the school office. Our team can provide printed copies and assist you with the course information you need.
If you are unable to attend on these dates or your school is not listed please contact our office at [email protected].
Please see the helpful resources below to help prepare you for the year ahead.