What the students say

“I have freedom”

It is the best school in the world because I have freedom - to be outside and play.

Maddie, student (age 6)

“I want to send my children to this school”

I love that you get to know everyone – it doesn’t matter what year you are in.

Cadigan, student (age 7)

“I like the options”

The play time is different. The teachers are cool. I like the options and the learning.

Finn, student (age 11)

“Plenty of playtime, books to read”

Plenty of playtime, great school trips, lots of games, sandpit, lots of water...

Ryan, student (age 10)

“The educators are kind”

You can be yourself and express who you are. I like wearing what I want and calling educators by their first name.

Alena, student (age 13)

“I like the freedom”

I like the freedom and the trust. Seven Oaks lets you be yourself.

Hana, student (age 11)

“Imagination interwoven with education”

Seven Oaks is the kind of school that lets you excel in all subjects. It is a school of freedom and openness that brings out the full potential in children. I like the openness, music appreciation, friendships. Imagination interwoven with education.

Devon, student (age 12)

“Our son thrives when he can learn in a hands-on environment”

Seven Oaks has been a fantastic fit for our family. In particular, the play-based learning philosophy for the new entrants was a key reason we chose the school, as our...

Matthew, parent

“All about developing more than just educational outcomes!!! Which they do well in too…”

The right school... Small class sizes (less than 10 currently). Play-based learning is developing our child amazingly well. Key element for me is it's not an 'open' learning environment and...

Liam, parent

“Moving her to Seven Oaks was the best decision we have ever made”

Amazing school. My daughter was not coping well with the modern learning environment at her previous primary school. She was falling behind and had very low self esteem. Moving her...

Meeghan, parent

“Both of our children instantly felt a strong sense of belonging at their new school”

The decision to move our children to Seven Oaks School was based upon the fact that we wanted our children to receive a holistic education that allowed them to learn...

Leeane, parent

“We love the wide curriculum”

Seven Oaks School offers the individual approach we were looking for our children and we would highly recommend it. We love the wide curriculum that covers everything from emotional intelligence...

Jo, parent

“Free to fly with ideas”

It felt right. I haven't been disappointed. My son is happy, wants to go to school, is excited about learning again and is free to fly with his ideas.

Nicola, parent

“Learning through doing”

The single biggest stand-out feature of the school is the massive hearts, love and nurturing, hugs and support that the kids get without condition

Ange, parent

“We love Seven Oaks”

In only 3 months she has just blossomed from an anxious, unsettled child who hated school, to a bubbly, enthusiastic (most of the time), creative girl

Kezia, parent

“Believe in yourself”

Our daughter has started to believe in herself again, feeling she is listened to and respected

Eleanor, parent

Call us on +64 (0)3 377 8603

Considering moving your child to our school? We know it's a huge decision. We have several parents who have done the same and would be happy to talk to you about their experience

What the students say

“I have freedom”

“I want to send my children to this school”

“I like the options”

“Plenty of playtime, books to read”

“The educators are kind”

“I like the freedom”

“Imagination interwoven with education”

Hear it from our families

“Our son thrives when he can learn in a hands-on environment”

“All about developing more than just educational outcomes!!! Which they do well in too…”

“Moving her to Seven Oaks was the best decision we have ever made”

“Both of our children instantly felt a strong sense of belonging at their new school”

“We love the wide curriculum”

“Free to fly with ideas”

“Learning through doing”

“We love Seven Oaks”

“Believe in yourself”

Ready to find out more?

There are several ways to discover what it's like at Seven Oaks

Our special character:

In addition to academics, our curriculum focuses on personal growth, social and emotional intelligence and environmental awareness.

Small class sizes: we recognise teachers need lots of time with each student

Low fees: we want a great education to be affordable for more families

Dyslexia-friendly: students need support and we can help them succeed

Community focus: there's no doubt we're stronger together

"When you visit our school, you can literally feel the difference. The atmosphere is calm, welcoming and full of joy, just like our students!"

Jeremy Orczy, principal

Contact info

77 Murphys Road, Halswell 8025

+64 (0)3 377 8603

admin@sevenoaks.school.nz

Considering moving your child to our school?
We know it's a huge decision. We have several parents who have done the same and would be happy to talk to you about their experience