For almost a century, Hereworth School has been laying the foundations for successful students, and helping transform them into incredible young people.

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.

There are three core values that every student who attends Hereworth is aware of. These three values are brought up on Day One at squad lineups. They're repeated at assemblies, reinforced at every turn, and rewarded throughout the year. 

Be Kind | Work Hard | Serve Others 

If your child leaves our school and can exhibit these three values, then we will be excited for their future and proud of their past.  

Strategic Statement

The Trust Board has approved a new Strategic Plan which will see us through to our centenary in 2027 and beyond.  This will look to secure and develop the future of Hereworth for generations to come.

To view the strategic plan, please click the button below.

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.