TOUR • TAWHIO
NAU MAI, HAERE MAI
Welcome to Rangi Ruru Girls’ School, and thank you for taking the time to visit us.
Today is an opportunity to experience what makes Rangi Ruru so special — our people, our culture, and our commitment to creating a holistic and supportive learning environment.
At Rangi Ruru, each student is known individually and supported to grow in confidence, character, and capability.
Students experience a strong sense of connection and belonging, creating friendships that are lifelong.
As you walk through our grounds, explore our facilities, and meet the people who bring learning to life, you’ll see a place where learning is engaging and meaningful, where ambition is celebrated, and where
students are encouraged to think deeply and creatively.
Learning at Rangi Ruru is designed to offer rich and diverse experiences that balance depth, challenge, and care. Our learning design is student‑centred, welcoming student voice and supporting learners to build agency and curiosity. High‑expectation, high‑care environments allow students to explore and shape their individual learning pathways and achieve their personal best. We aim to equip students with the skills, confidence, and compassion to succeed in an ever‑changing world.
Our approach is research‑informed and future‑focused, combining explicit teaching with inquiry learning and critical thinking to grow agile, capable thinkers.
Thank you for considering Rangi Ruru as the place where your daughter’s educational journey can continue.
TRACY HERFT Principal
Tēnā koutou katoa. Ko Violetta tōku ingoa te kaiarataki ō Rangi Ruru. My name is Violetta Dacre, and I am honoured to be the 2026 Head of School.
My journey here began in 2022, and from the very first day this place became more than just a school, it became my safe space, my community, and my home. I am so excited for you and your whānau to experience the magic of Rangi Ruru today, just as I did when I first walked through these gates.
When I look back on the last four years, what stands out to me is how every girl here has the chance to express her voice, celebrate her identity, and grow within a special sisterhood that is both supportive and empowering. The pathway through secondary school is not linear for any student, and I have come to recognise the profound impact of the outstanding pastoral care, opportunities and support offered by Rangi Ruru. It has helped me find confidence in myself, clarity in where I belong and the determination to always strive for excellence.
As you explore our campus today, I hope you feel the spirit of Rangi Ruru; the purpose built spaces designed for learning and creativity, the incredible opportunities that open doors, and the remarkable people who make this place truly special and unique. Enjoy your tour and experiencing the incredible gifts of Rangi Ruru.
Whāia tō te Rangi.
VIOLETTA DACRE Head of School, 2026
OUR SCHOOL MAP
Rossall Street
Boarding House
Boarding House
Rhodes St r eet
PreSchool
Dining Room
Rhodes St r eet
Dining Room
Kitson
Centre
Helen Kitson Function Centre
Andrew’s at Rangi Ruru
Helen Kitson Function Centre
Church of St Andrew’s at Rangi Ruru
THE RANGI GRADUATE + SCHOOL VALUES
THE RANGI RURU GRADUATE PROFILE
EQUIPPING STUDENTS FOR A FULFILLING FUTURE
Life is unpredictable. While we never know exactly what challenges and triumphs lie ahead of us, research shows there are certain skills and behaviours we can learn and practise that will help us thrive.
These skills and dispositions are highlighted in the Rangi Graduate Profile. This aspirational profile applies these essential
SCHOOL VALUES
GUIDING SCHOOL LIFE
attributes we believe will enable our students to live a fulfilling life—whatever the future may hold.
Encompassing the Rangi Ruru Values and four school pillars, the profile outlines the skills and dispositions which help students develop these core strengths across all aspects of hauora, social, pastoral, academic, spiritual, emotional and co curricular aspects of learning and development.
This profile helps provide a framework for all our students to become people who know themselves and their place in the world.
School life is underpinned by a set of core values which support the school pillars and aims of the graduate profile.
Respect - Whakaute
Aroha
eNthusiasm and eNdeavour - Rikarika/Ngāna
Generosity of spirit - Manaakitanga
Integrity - Tika
NCEA RESULTS
How to Enrol at Rangi Ruru
Complete Enrolment Application
Enrol online. Copies of identification documents are required, as is a $200 application fee.
Contact from Enrolments Team
To provide further info and answer your questions.
Invitation | Interview | Offer
Interviews provide an opportunity for the principal and families to get to know each other. If your interview is successful, you will receive an offer of placement within two weeks and a further two weeks to accept.
Years 7 and 9 Testing
Term 3 before start year
New Entrant Evening
Term 4 before start year
Open Day | School Tour
See our school in action on a typical school day and meet staff and students to get a feel for what it means to belong at Rangi Ruru.
Experience Rangi Day
Students offered places are welcome to spend a day buddied up with a current student.
Scholarship Application Exams
Years 7 and 9 scholarship exams are in Term 2 before start year.
New Entrant Start Year
Welcome to Rangi! We’ll see your family at the new entrant BBQ.
HELPFUL INFORMATION
Enrolment is non selective; we do not consider academic ability as a prerequisite for acceptance to the school. Scholarships are available each year and examinations typically occur in May. Entrance examinations are used in combination with past reports and in depth conversations with parents and daughters to personalise their learning experience from the first day. Early enrolment is strongly encouraged as priority is based on date of application.
SCHOLARSHIPS
Rangi Ruru Girls’ School offers scholarship opportunities to highly motivated ākonga with abilities across many areas of life.
These areas include academic, music, sport, leadership and cultural contributions and talents. In order to be considered for these prestigious scholarships, students must be willing to contribute and participate fully in the life of Rangi Ruru, upholding our values and embracing our spirit. Scholarships available include:
ACADEMIC EXCELLENCE
Students must demonstrate academic performance in our Scholarship Entrance Examination. High performance in other academic competitions may be taken into consideration.
STELLAR MUSIC
Excellence in music. After application, a selected group are auditioned for approximately 20 minutes. Further details will be given on notification of selection for audition.
WIDESKY SCHOLARSHIP
Students must demonstrate a high level of achievement and participation in two or more of our four identified areas: academic, leadership, sport, cultural.
RANGI RURU OLD GIRLS' ASSOCIATION (RROGA) SCHOLARSHIP
For Year 9 entry for two years awarded to the daughter or granddaughter of an Old Girl. An academically able student will be supported to continue her journey.
NANCY S.B. MCMILLAN SCHOLARSHIP
For a Year 9 entering boarding, awarded for five years. A student who shows dedication to academic study and all round abilities.
MANA WĀHINE SCHOLARSHIP
This scholarship is open to a student of Māori descent for three years from Year 11. Active participation in cultural activities, overall experience and previous school achievements are considered.
INTERNATIONAL ARTS SCHOLARSHIP
This scholarship is available annually by application for an international student in Year 12 or 13 taking subjects including design, painting, printmaking, photography, music, product and spatial design.
Please contact Enrolments Manager, Anita Davis on a.davis@rangiruru.school.nz if you would like more information on scholarships.
ENROL
Scan the below QR codes to view our full prospectus or to enrol online.
View our Prospectus
enrolments@rangiruru.school.nz