Our Vision and Values

For almost 100 years Hereworth has been teaching boys, so we truly understand what makes them tick. And now, we're excited to offer the same vision and values to girls in 2023.

This is the best of both worlds - your child will join a school steeped in history and excellence, but with a modern sensibility and both eyes fixed firmly on the future.

We stand for educating children in a challenging, inspiring environment, understanding their need for activity and also allowing some quiet time for reflection. We provide a safe environment for your child to step out of their comfort zone and try something new and challenging.

At Hereworth, our students turn into confident, connected lifelong learners who are actively involved in their community. They are able to recognise right from wrong and celebrate spiritual and cultural diversity.

First and foremost, we make learning enjoyable and relevant.

Mission Statement

Hereworth School, an independent boys and girls’ preparatory school, embraces the values of honesty, integrity, initiative and unselfishness, and will deliver “peace of mind” to our parents and their children. This will be achieved through an all-round approach to education that encourages self-esteem, good work habits, discipline and sound Christian values, allowing your child to achieve to their optimum level of potential.

Strategic Statement

The Board of Trustees is in the process of developing a new five-year strategic plan, commencing in 2023.

With Hereworth becoming a co-educational school, and with our centenary approaching in 2027, our new strategic plan will look to secure and develop the future of Hereworth for generations to come.

This will be available to the public early in 2023.

ERO Report

The Education Review Office (ERO) is the New Zealand government department that evaluates and reports on the education and care of students in school and early childhood services. Schools and early childhood services are reviewed on average once every three years.

Our most recent ERO report is available here.