Educational Institutions
Mount Hutt College
Our high school is located in the small town of Methven, 90 kilometres from the South Island’s largest city - Christchurch. It is located on the Canterbury Plains at the base of Mt Hutt (where you can find the Mt Hutt International ski field) and near the Rakaia River. It is a rural school of approximately 500 students with a caring family atmosphere and a proud record of academic, cultural and sporting excellence. We live in a beautiful part of the world with many outdoor experiences right on our doorstep.
Christchurch - Canterbury
Christchurch is the main centre of the Canterbury region, an elegant old city close to the Southern Alps.
What’s special about Mount Hutt College?
Our students achieve top results in all aspects of school life – academic, cultural activities, personal development and sports. Our Motto – Ad Ardua Ad Astra!
Our community is small, safe, friendly, personal and caring.
Years 11 to 13 students study NCEA curriculum at Levels 1,2 and 3 in a wide range of subjects including - Accounting, Agriculture, Art (Painting, Photography, Design), Biology, Business Studies, Chemistry, Computer Studies, Economics, English, Geography, Graphics, History, Home Economics, Information Management, Mathematics/Calculus, Mathematics/Statistics, Physics, Music, Outdoor Education, Physical Education., Technology, Tourism.
Year 9 and 10 classes study a common course for the full year including English, Mathematics, Science, Social Studies, Physical Education and Health, as well as part year elective subjects.
French is our second language learning subject. English for students of English as a second language at the appropriate level – from elementary to advanced. Small size classes, and opportunities to sit examinations for an internationally recognised qualification.
Distance Education Facilities on site.
Extra-curricular – Many opportunities in sports and cultural activities. Music lessons and groups are an important part of our school culture.
WEEKEND TRIPS
We have a variety of activities and trips which International students can choose to be involved with – such as to see our local rugby team (which just happens to be the best team in New Zealand) - the Canterbury Crusaders! Movies, shopping and sightseeing in Christchurch, or see the dolphins at Akaroa on a cruise or enjoy the beauty of Lake Tekapo and go ice skating as well.
