BOARDING & HOMESTAYS
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BOARDING AT QUEEN MARGARET COLLEGE
Boarding at Queen Margaret College (QMC) fosters academic success, confidence, and independence. We offer a supportive environment where a vibrant mix of domestic and international students develop a global perspective and make lifelong friendships. We are the only all-girls boarding school in Wellington, New Zealand.
QMC boarders develop leadership skills and cultivate emotional and social intelligence while undertaking their studies. We guide our students to become self-sufficient and self-motivated. In our safe and caring community, students hone empathy and social skills.
We offer students in Year 7 to 13:
▶ A choice of three accommodation options, including two QMC-managed boarding facilities located on campus
Intro
▶ Seven-day-a-week boarding in an environment that prioritises health, comfort and care
▶ Exceptional academic offering and support for learning
▶ A variety of extra-curricular offerings, recreational and cultural activities, plus access to the QMC gym, fitness centre, dance studio, and music practice rooms
▶ Fully catered, varied, and nutritious meals with the option of occasional self-catering for senior students
▶ Experienced and dedicated 24/7 boarding staff and approved and trusted homestay families
▶ A progressive boarding pathway for Years 12 and 13 to practise more independent living
QMH
QUEEN MARGARET HOUSE
A purpose-built luxury boarding house for students in Year 7 to 13
QMH offers students a structured environment that is secure, comfortable, and caring. Each student feels safe, welcome, healthy, and motivated so that their learning and academic success are well-supported.
▶ 43 private rooms and 1 two-person shared room
▶ Catering with healthy global menu
▶ Common rooms with large screens, games, couches, and activity spaces
▶ Large community dining hall
▶ Multiple bathrooms, including showers, an accessible bathroom, and a deep bathtub
▶ Organised events and activities
▶ 1-minute walk to classrooms
▶ Access to large private outdoor spaces and a 3-minute walk to local parks, a swimming pool, tennis and squash club, shops, and cafes
QMR QUEEN MARGARET RESIDENCE
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traditional character home for students in Year 12 and 13
An unparalleled boarding experience opening in 2026!
QMR bridges the gap between traditional boarding and independent living. It offers a supportive environment that prepares senior students for a smooth transition to independent living at university, and beyond.
QMR supports students’ academic success and personal growth. With close integration with QMH and supervised programmes, students practise essential life skills and authentic leadership in a safe and nurturing community.
▶ 9 two-person shared rooms
▶ Self-catering options and access to QMH healthy global menu
▶ A large open plan lounge
▶ A study zone
▶ 4 bathrooms
▶ Organised events, activities and life skills programmes
▶ 1-minute walk to classrooms and QMH
▶ Access to private outdoor spaces and a 5-minute walk to local parks, a swimming pool, tennis and squash club, shops, and cafes
QUEEN MARGARET COLLEGE CAMPUS
QMR
Queen Margaret Residence (QMR)
▶ Located in Wellington’s safe and leafy ‘Embassy Quarter’ offering a secure and premium environment
▶ Campus includes a gym, fitness centre, tennis court, dance studio, music practice rooms, and outdoor recreational spaces
▶ 3-minute walk to local parks, a swimming pool, tennis and squash club, shops, and cafes
▶ 30 minutes from Wellington International Airport
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Queen Margaret House (QMH)
HOMESTAYS
Live with and become part of a local family
QMC offers accommodation with approved and trusted families, which can be long-term or shorter stays during school holidays. These homestays provide students with the chance to build connections, foster cultural understanding and form lifelong bonds within a private family home.
International students gain insights into New Zealand culture and traditions, and practise English-language skills. Our approved families provide a caring environment that supports students’ learning, academic success, and recreational interests. They provide nutritious meals and snacks. Students always have a private bedroom with comfortable amenities.
CONTACT US
INTERNATIONAL ENROLMENTS
Yiru Zhao, Director of International Students
Email: yiru.zhao@qmc.school.nz
Mobile: +64 21 0840 3046
Phone: +64 4 473 7160 Ext 859
Wechat ID: zhaoyiru210
KakaoTalk ID: yiru210
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DOMESTIC ENROLMENTS
Shon MacLeod, Enrolments Registrar
Email: shonagh.macleod@qmc.school.nz
Phone: +64 4 473 7160 Ext 870
53 Hobson Street, Thorndon, Wellington 6011, New Zealand + 64 4 473 7160 | www.qmc.school.nz