Waiheke High School

School Hours

Overview

Waiheke High School is the only high school on Waiheke, they accommodate and teach students from year 7 to year 13. All the needed years to advance into university or trades.

Waiheke High School is located on Donald Bruce Road.

Waiheke High School is committed to providing comprehensive and engaging subjects that allow their students to become confident, resilient, and informed citizens.

To support the smooth transition of students into secondary school, Year 7 and 8 students are taught mainly in a ‘homeroom’ situation meaning they stay in one room. They will learn subjects such as English, Mathematics, Science and Social Studies. Students also study subjects such as preforming arts, Creative Industries, Physical Education and Health and Te Ao Māori.

Year 9 students study the same subjects as Years 7 and 8 but they move to different classes around the school.

Year 10  students can select four option subjects of their choice, based on their interests and future study /employment goals. Their chosen subjects run in half-year semesters.

Year 11, 12 and 13 students focus on NCEA Levels 1, 2 and 3 as they prepare for their future study and/or career paths. 

The school also has a big recreational centre and field allowing a range of events and sports to be hosted at.

Waiheke Tourism

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Gear Grab – Hire

Gear Grab is a hire shop on Waiheke, they have a wide range of everyday gear. Their store consists of party, gaming, outdoors, household, tech and more.

Enclosure Bay

Enclosure Bay is semi hidden gem bay made of rock formations that almost entirely enclose the bay from the sea. This creates a natural, shallow swimming pool.

Island Scoot

Island Scoot is a local scooter hire business based in Ostend, they hire premium retro scooters combined with a classic Italian design.

Waiheke Bike Hire

Waiheke Bike Hire is a small walk from Fullers ferry terminal, located amongst the main car park, they hire out Avanti mountain bikes for $50 a day and $20 per…

Bisou Cafe

Bisou Cafe brings a taste of Europe to Waiheke Island, serving up savoury and sweet crepes, freshly baked baguettes and pastries alongside Eighthirty coffee and fresh juices.

Waiheke Wings

Waiheke Wings operates at the Carsons Airfield on Waiheke, they fly to a few destinations around the gulf islands, Auckland and also offer scenic tours.

Waiheke Explorer

Waiheke Explorer is popular hop on hop off tour, that showcases the best wineries, restaurants, shops, art galleries, beaches, and nature walks Waiheke has to offer.

I Love Crepes

I Love Crepes is located in a vintage caravan based in Oneroa, in a small food cart complex. They serve delicious gourmet sweet and savoury crepes (galettes).

Passage Rock

Passage rock is a restaurant/vineyard located on the outskirts of waiheke, it offers delicious food, fine wine and a peaceful atmosphere surrounded by beautiful Syrah vines.

Shop The Rock

Shop the Rock is a local gift shop located in Oneroa, they sell a range of Waiheke and New Zealand-made gifts and souvenirs. Perfect for gifting or keepsakes.

Take A Bite Cafe

Take A Bite is a small delightful café located on in Ostend on Belgium Street. They offer delicious handmade pastries, breakfast items, light lunches and coffees.

Island Direct

Island Direct is a direct ferry service that travels from Downtown Auckland and Waiheke Island. It is a smaller ferry company in comparison to Fullers.

Red Crab Thai Restaurant

Red Crab Waiheke is the perfect place to go. Being the only Thai restaurant on Waiheke it is a popular place to eat at, experience the taste of Salty, sweet,…

KAK’s Real Fruit Ice Cream

KAK's real fruit ice cream is a new addition to Waiheke, located in Oneroa village is this cute little ice cream cart an absolutely perfect addition to the hot summers.

Palm Beach

Palm Beach is a well known favourite of locals and tourists. With its beautiful white sand and palm trees surrounding the beach it makes you feel like you are in…

Arcadia

Arcadia is a laidback style restaurant located metres away from Palm Beach. Their menu is not fussy, they use fresh quality ingredients to create good, honest food.

Mint As

Mint As is a popular burger cart located in Ostend, next to RAW fruit and vege, they serve juicy burgers, taco's and milkshakes all made while you wait.

Kayak Waiheke

Kayak Waiheke is a kayak and canoe tour agency located at Matiatia Bay. They hire out paddleboards, kayaks, canoes and a few inland activities.

Charlie Farleys

Charlie Farleys is Waiheke's favourite Onetangi gastropub. It is a restaurant/bar with a relaxed vibe right on the beach front of Onetangi beach.

On The Hunt Charters

On The Hunt Charters is a fishing charter company, that specialises in small group charters, half or full day fishing trips around Waiheke Island.

Term Dates

2026

Term 1 
Term starts 29th January for new students / Year 7 (9am start)
Term starts 30th January for everyone else (8.30am-2pm)
Term ends, 2nd April (10 weeks)

Term 2 (11 weeks)
20th April – 3rd July (11 weeks)

Term 3
20th July – 25th September (10 weeks)

Term 4
12th October – 10th December (9 weeks)

2027

Term 1 (11 weeks)
Term starts 28th January for PNK, new students / Year 7 and 13
Term starts 29th January for everyone else, Orientation and House Day
Term ends, 9th April

Term 2 (10 weeks)
27th April – 2nd July

Term 3 (10 weeks)
19th July – 24th September

Term 4 (9 weeks)
11th October – 9th December

Summary

• Year 7-13
• High school
• Swimming pool
• Big rec centre

Well Known For

• Ocean views
• Uniform
• New renovations

Access Information

The best way to access Waiheke High School is off Donald Bruce Road.

Parking is located down a sloped driveway by the field, there is a decent size parking lot there.

Additional parking is located closer to the school office area.

Wheelchair Access

Yes, Waiheke High School is wheelchair accessible.

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