December Newsletter

From the Rector

As the year draws to a close and our collective eyes turn to Santa and end of year functions, it is important to take the time to reflect on the efforts and outcomes that made up 2024. 

This year our boys carried the blazer around the globe. Our 1st XV played in the Sanix World Youth Rugby Championships in Japan, our 1st XI cricket squad toured Melbourne, and Magnus Jamieson and James McLeay competed in multiple countries as they vied for world championships. Every time the boys left our shores, they did so with the backing of a supportive school and caring community. While they were away they ensured that the mana of this institution was held high and our respect for healthy competition was represented in the dedication they put into each event. We are exceptionally proud of the accomplishments of all the boys involved in these endeavours.

Prizegiving Ceremony 2024

Last night we held our 2024 prizegiving ceremony, celebrating a year of extraordinary achievement by our students.

We are proud to announce that James McLeay is our Dux for 2024, and Gabriel McKay-Smith and David Walter are joint Proxime Accessit. We are also delighted to announce that our Head Boy for 2025 is Tom Smith. He will be joined by two Deputy Head Boys - Josh Cairns and Josh Reynolds.

Gentlemen, congratulations to you all.

2025 Start Dates and Stationery

A full list of start dates and a link to stationery requirements are available on our website. For most students, subjects will be confirmed on the first day of term, so no need to purchase stationery before this date.

Uniform Shop Try-on Dates

The uniform shop is open by appointment in December and January. Appointments for 2024 are available until December 18th, and bookings for 2025 will begin on January 20th. For more information and to book:

Recent News

Southland Waterpolo Championships On Friday 6 December Southland Boys' High School played their final waterpolo games for the season. View More   New Zealand Secondary School Athletics Championships A team of three talented students recently competed at the New Zealand Secondary Schools Athletics in Timaru. View More   Colts Cricket - Oamaru Tournament The Colts cricket team recently played a tournament in Oamaru, winning all three matches! View More   Adventure Race The Adventure Race was held at Oreti Beach and attended by 400 students from high schools across Southland. View More