Positive relationships and challenging learning grounded in Christian values.
At St Hilda’s we strive to create a learning environment focused on developing individual capacity and to be a school which nurtures our students’ unique talents and capabilities. It is our role to prepare students for their futures and not our pasts.
St Hilda’s girls are active learners who use a range of digital tools to access, evaluate and use information.
Our special character is at the heart of all we do. We value the strong Christian foundations, based on Anglican traditions, on which our school was built. We expect our values to be demonstrated by both staff and students in all aspects of school life. We are a small school which ensures we know our students well and they know each other. Our size does not mean we compromise on the range of opportunities we offer our students. There is a wide range of sporting and cultural activities. Our girls are busy and involved.
"I feel blessed and privileged to be the leader of this taonga of a school" - Nicky Whitham-Blackwell, Principal
I chose St Hilda's because of its rich, proud history of educating and empowering young women in Ōtepoti Dunedin, and its unapologetic commitment to providing the conditions and culture in which girls not only thrive, but become the brave and resilient changemakers we need them to be in this rapidly changing world.
As an intentionally small school, everyone is known, and every single person matters. We work hard to foster a profound sense of belonging, ensuring each student feels seen, valued, and supported. Our Anglican Special Character is an integral part of this environment; it is the heartbeat of our school, grounding us in faith, compassion, and a commitment to caring for each other and the world we live in.
True growth often happens outside of our comfort zones, which is why we actively teach our students that making mistakes is an important, expected part of learning and growing. Our restorative practice approach focuses on taking accountability, repairing relationships, and helping our ākonga develop the empathy and emotional intelligence they need to navigate the world beyond the safe domains of school and family.
It is an honour to lead St Hilda’s Collegiate School into its next chapter. I invite you to explore our website to learn more about the incredible opportunities we provide, or, even better, to visit us in person to feel the warmth, aroha and spirit of our community for yourself. Maybe you will choose this school too.
