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Students are bringing their chosen story to life through movement, voice, and music, with strong focus on ensemble work, Broadway technique, and meaningful expression.
Students explored poetic structure and literary devices in depth this fortnight, with a special nod to Joseph’s imaginative and skilful writing under assessment conditions.
Students spent the day exploring one of Auckland’s most spectacular forested regions, with time to wander, reflect, and play — and fresh perspectives gained along the way.
Message from the Founders: Sherida Penman Walters and Ken Pemberton Term 2 has started very positively here at North West College. It’s been wonderful to see our school community growing, and we are on track to reach 50 students enrolled with us by the end of the...
Year 8 annotated Mophead and Marsh’s ‘Unity’. Year 9 turned a film clip into static-image posters and studied hyperbole and assonance.
Digital Design students have spent the past fortnight bringing our house identities to life through bold, original posters. The project is part of our “Design for Change” unit, where students apply their creative skills to work with purpose and meaning. Using Canva...
Students used iPads and Freeform to map their digital footprints and discuss identity, privacy and the lasting impact of what we post.
Over the past few weeks, students have explored acting techniques like improvisation, stage directions, and theatre etiquette. They’ve also been learning the 12 Basic Steps of Broadway Dance, building rhythm, coordination, and expression. As part of this elective,...
Collage with guest artist Naomi Azoulay, then mixed media. Students built papier-mâché mask pieces to paint their inner world.
This week, our group wrapped up their final gymnastics session for this term’s sport cycle. The gymnastics programme provided a solid base to support students as they continue with diving in the pool. Our instructors, Steve and Monique Gladding, come from the Auckland...
Students dissected flowers, named parts, and used microscopes to spot pollen, ovules and fine detail. Simple, hands on science that stuck.
Students made visual responses to inspiring quotes, then used contour sketches to build beaded wire insect sculptures.
In Photography this week, students explored how camera angles and perspective can dramatically shift the feel of an image. Arlo took the creative lead on the shot above—planning the composition, directing the pose, and diving into post-production editing to enhance...
This term, we’ve launched a combined programme of swimming, gymnastics, and diving instruction at the Westwave Pool complex. The team at Westwave has been outstanding—providing expert guidance in gymnastics and diving. On Weeks 1, 3, 5, and 7, students are split into...
A look back at everything we’ve achieved together in Term 1—and a glimpse at what’s coming next. From growing enrolments and new specialist programmes to progress on our future school site, we’re excited about the path ahead.
As we wrap up our first term at North West College, Principal Michelle Randles shares her reflections on student growth, community support, and what lies ahead for Term 2.
Marking the Beginning – Our Official Opening Ceremony On Thursday 3 April, North West College officially opened with a warm and welcoming ceremony attended by students, whānau, staff, community leaders, and guests from across Auckland. Held onsite at our Lincoln Road...
Through clay sculpture, watercolour, and kowhaiwhai design, students explored themes of identity and place linked to our school houses. These creative exercises encouraged personal expression and connection to local landscape and culture, while building confidence with new materials and techniques.
Students in the swordsmanship elective learned the fundamentals of attack, defence, and stage combat before performing choreographed fight scenes for their classmates. The experience built confidence, coordination, and a bit of theatrical flair—combining physical skill with teamwork and timing. They wrapped up the week with a screening of The Princess Bride (popcorn included).
Students across Years 7–9 wrapped up Term 1 with a strong focus on number operations, place value, and financial capability. From budgeting projects to real-life applications of decimals and integers, the programme has helped build confidence, fluency, and practical problem-solving skills.
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