Motueka High School

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About Us

Motueka High School draws its student population from 14 contributing schools stretching from Marahau to Dovedale and Mapua. The schools cater for the student population of Motueka township and the densely populated rural surrounds.

Motueka township is situated 35Km from Richmond and 45Km from the city of Nelson. Motueka is in close proximity to three National Parks – Kahurangi, Abel Tasman and Nelson Lakes – as well as being near the coastal resort of Kaiteriteri.

The Motueka Region has its economic base in horticulture, agriculture, forestry, fishing and tourism which makes the town a regionally important servicing and shopping centre.The community is made up of diverse groups including cooperative communities, artists, retired people, religious groups, people with strong ethnic backgrounds, itinerant workers and strong established rural communities.

Motueka High School is a State co-educational Year 9 to Year 13 secondary school with approximately 750 pupils, 50% of whom travel by bus.

Our size is seen as a strength and we pride ourselves in the knowledge that we know all of the students in our school, care about them as individuals and work hard to help them to achieve their goals. The school culture is proud, positive, supportive, safe, caring, adaptable, resilient and open to scrutiny.

The focus of our school is on effective teaching and learning. School programmes are relevant, innovative and appropriate to student needs.

We have a range of international students from a number of different countries. We specialise in Outdoor Education and have world class teachers who are national assessors in their own right.

Motueka High School acknowledges special groups such as:

Community and Government support services such as, Group Special Education, Youth Aid, CAMHS, Tertiary Education Commission.
21% Maori pupil population.
Single parent families.
Families dependent on seasonal work or on benefits.
Our ‘sister’ town relationship with Kiyosato.

Some of the features of the school include:

A broad curriculum covering all of the essential learning areas is offered.
Programmes of work that meet the needs of students at both ends of the learning continuum.
A strong and reliable staff of competent and experienced teachers, most of whom are full time and live in the community.
A recognised strength in the performing arts.
Instrumental tuition is provided by itinerant teachers.
A ‘Whanau Class’ to provide a Maori perspective that addresses the needs of our students and the desires of our parents.
A strong network of library, office, support, caretaking and grounds staff gives full support to the school community.
The school is a significant local employer and consumer of local goods and services.
An International Student programme is currently attracting students from a variety of countries to study at the school.
A wide range of sporting, leisure and cultural activities is encouraged both within the school and through inter-school fixtures.
School activities provide a significant focus for student relationships and social interactions which is reflected in a strong sense of community extending outside the school.
The spacious, landscaped and well tended grounds including the playing fields, court areas, gymnasium and swimming pool are used by the community.
School buildings are well equipped and maintained and are made available for the community for such activities as educational programmes, large community meetings and entertainment groups.
Many students leave the district for further education and employment.
The provision of Alternative Education options for ‘alienated’ students.
A Student Exchange programme with Kiyosato Senior School.

Our Courses

Year 10 - 12 course booklets: LINK

Learning / Achievement Objectives for 11 Physical Education

Choose and maintain ongoing involvement in appropriate physical activities and examine factors influencing their participation.
Demonstrate understanding of responsible behaviours required to ensure that challenges and risks are managed safely in physical and social environments.
Acquire, apply, and refine specialised motor skills by using the principles of motor skill learning.
Demonstrate and examine responsible attitudes in challenging physical situations.
Demonstrate understanding and affirmation of people’s diverse social and cultural needs and practices when participating in physical activities.
Demonstrate an understanding of how individuals and groups affect relationships by influencing people’s behaviour, beliefs, decisions, and sense of self-worth.
Plan strategies and demonstrate interpersonal skills to respond to challenging situations appropriately.
Analyse societal influences that shape community health goals and physical activity patterns.

Learning / Achievement Objectives for 12 Physical Education

Plan, implement, and evaluate a physical activity programme and examine factors used to justify physical activity as a means of enhancing well-being.
Critically evaluate societal attitudes, values, and expectations that affect people’s awareness of their personal identity and sense of self-worth in a range of life situations.
Appraise specialised motor skills and adapt them to extend physical competence and recreational opportunities.
Apply relevant scientific, technological, and environmental knowledge and use appropriate resources to improve performance in a specialised physical activity.
Analyse the beliefs, attitudes, and practices that reinforce stereotypes and role expectations, identifying ways in which these shape people’s choices at individual, group, and societal levels.
Analyse ways in which events and social organisations promote healthy communities and evaluate the effects they have

Learning / Achievement Objectives for 13 Physical Education

Critically evaluate a range of qualitative and quantitative data to devise strategies to meet their current and future needs for well-being.
Devise, apply, and evaluate strategies to improve physical activity performance for themselves and others.
Devise, apply, and appraise strategies through which they and other people can participate responsibly in challenging physical situations.
Devise and apply strategies to ensure that social and cultural needs are met in personal and group physical activities.
Analyse and evaluate attitudes and interpersonal skills that enable people to participate fully and effectively as community members in various situations.
Demonstrate the use of health promotion strategies by implementing a plan of action to enhance the well-being of the school, community, or environment.

Learning / Achievement Objectives for 12/13 Team Sports Module

Demonstrate the physical skills associated with a chosen team sport
Examine and experience roles in a team sport
Demonstrate responsible practices in a competitive team sport situation
Review the personal participation experience in a competitive team sport situation
Investigate the participation opportunities that exist in the local community for a chosen team sport.
Appraise specialised motor skills and adapt them to extend physical competence and recreational opportunities

School Specific Fees

Tuition Fees

General Tuition Fees apply as shown in the Costs & Dates page.

See also the Costs & Dates page for other information on fees etc.

The full amount of fees must be received before a place is secured at the High School.

Motueka High School supplies at no extra cost:

Subject fees (except Outdoor Education)
Text Books.
Full study and guidance facilities including an Overseas Student Counsellor.
Additional tuition if required in English language
Uniform and a stationery package
Being met at Nelson Airport or bus terminal
Access to all school facilities.

What is not included in your tuition fees?

Personal requirements
Extra-curricular choices (e.g. Senior Ball, field trips, sports team involvement, etc)
NZ travel costs
Meals
Accommodation
Outdoor Education Course
Visa extention admin fee (NZD 200)
There may be a cost associated with personal transport provided by the school if required.
Uniform shoes
Music lessons and instrument hire (please enquire with the school if relevant)

Outdoor Education fee

NZD 350 per term.

Homestay Fee

2025: NZD 320 per week

2026: NZD 320 per week

A full year: 46 weeks x NZD 320 per week = NZD 14,720

Please note that additional fees may apply where a student has dietary requirements.

Please contact Naomi Uren with any enquiries (naomi.uren@motuekahigh.school.nz).

Health Insurance

Insurance is a condition of enrolment. All students must take out insurance with Unicare. Total costs depending on length of stay and are subject to change.

Full Year: NZD 670.

Half Year: NZD 390.

Other Personal Costs

General Living Expenses NZD 2,000
Spending Money @ $20 per week for 46 weeks: NZD 920
Travel / Airport Transport Fee: NZD 250

Outdoor Education Course Fees

Half year and single term enrollments may be accepted.

The fees are as follows

Outdoor Education for Half Year NZD 350
Outdoor Education for Full Year NZD 500

These fees are subject to change at any time. Please contact the school for confirmation or more information. The Course Booklets available on our website have other subject fees.