NGA TAWA DIOCESAN SCHOOL SENIOR BOARDING SCHOLARSHIP
A limited number of boarding scholarships are available to prospective students entering Years 11, 12 and 13 in 2027.
- New domestic students in 2027 are eligible for this scholarship
For information regarding 2027 Scholarship key dates and eligibility:
Download scholarship checklist
Download Senior Scholarship Information
Years 11, 12 and 13 are pivotal in shaping a young woman’s future, and at Nga Tawa we are committed to helping every student exceed expectations. Our girls benefit from personalised academic support, ensuring they are well placed to gain entry into their preferred universities and Halls of Residence, while also maximising scholarship opportunities for tertiary study.
Nga Tawa is consistently ranked among New Zealand’s top-performing NCEA schools. In 2025, students who completed their studies at Nga Tawa achieved a 100% pass rate at NCEA Levels 1, 2 and 3, with 100% of Year 13 students gaining University Entrance.
Beyond the classroom, dedicated coaching, specialist support, and a broad range of opportunities enable girls to pursue their passions in sport, performing arts, service, and leadership. Students are encouraged to challenge themselves, develop confidence, and strive for personal excellence.
For high-performing athletes, competitors who are seeking out opportunities to engage in senior level competition/s, Nga Tawa provides an environment where ability can flourish. Personalised support,access to various competitive opportunities, and meaningful leadership roles allow students to accelerate their development and progress further in their sporting journeys. Nga Tawa athletes are highly valued members of the sports department and planning for their holistic success commences as soon as they join our community.
We also encourage girls to think beyond school, exploring a wide range of tertiary pathways, including scholarship opportunities at New Zealand and overseas universities through the unique opportunities available at Nga Tawa.
Invest in your daughter’s future with a Nga Tawa Senior Scholarship, where academic achievement, sporting and performing arts opportunities, personal growth, and confidence come together to prepare young women for success in an complex world.
For further information or questions relating to 2027 Nga Tawa Diocesan School Scholarships, please email our Enrolments Officer, Tracey Brannelly, at brannellytracey@ngatawa.school.nz.
MINISTRY OF EDUCATION BOARDING ALLOWANCE
A boarding allowance can help students in remote areas or facing other barriers, board from home and focus on their studies. Parents or caregivers have to apply for this allowance and funding is paid directly to schools.
If you are a parent or caregiver, you can find further information here: https://parents.education.govt.nz/secondary-school/your-child-at-school/boarding-allowances
