Hauraki Plains College, located in the heart of the safe and friendly town of Ngatea, offers international students a warm welcome and a true New Zealand experience. Set in the peaceful Waikato countryside, our school combines quality education with a strong sense of community, care, and belonging. Students enjoy a supportive learning environment and the opportunity to connect with local culture, all while living in a safe and relaxed rural setting. With easy access to New Zealand’s natural beauty and a school that feels like family, Hauraki Plains College is the perfect place to learn, grow, and thrive.
HPC’s own Hayward Farm
Subjects: Primary Industries, Agriculture & Horticulture
Welcoming farming-friendly homestay families
Excellence
Best school results for the area
High expectations for work and behaviour outcomes
95% consistency for NCEA Level 2 pass rate, 20% higher than NZ average
85% of students aiming for University Entrance gained UE.
Impressive scholarships
80% of senior students study PE and/or Outdoor Education
Over 20 sports codes
Rowing, Hockey, Rugby and Netball - premier sports
Opportunities to learn Te Reo ( Māori Language)
Opportunities to learn Māori Tikanga (Culture & Traditions)
Learn the haka!
Whole school embrace of Māori values