| School type | Co-educational Day & Boarding |
| Founded | 1916 |
| Co-ed Age Range | 5-18 years |
| Number of Pupils | 960 |
| Day fees per annum | Please contact admissions for fee information |
| Curriculum | IBDP, IBMYP, IBPYP |
| Language of Instruction | English |
| Average Class Size | 52% |
| Teacher/Pupil ratio | 11-13 |
| PO Box 15064, Strathmore, Wellington, 6243, New Zealand |
About
As an IB World School, Scots offers a vibrant learning environment, encouraging excellence in every facet of each child’s education. At Scots we create global citizens – who are equipped for life as balanced, compassionate, motivated and socially aware young people.
The Scots motto of ‘Virtutem Paret Doctrina’, translates as ‘Let Education Make All-Round Character’ and emphasises our commitment to a holistic education and the development of well-rounded character.
We strive to instil in each of our students a life-long commitment to learning and provide a nurturing environment in which students can achieve their academic, spiritual, physical, cultural and social potential, for the greater good and in service to others. By providing our students with an array of opportunities inside and outside the classroom, we encourage them to not only explore and recognise the diversity of their talents and abilities but to develop essential leadership skills.
Scots College has a proud 100 year history of education. From 2020 Scots College moved to co-education initially in Years 11-13 then across the full College from 2021.
All students are provided with an environment that is dedicated to meeting their specific needs. We are fortunate at the College to have excellent and dedicated staff who work hard to support and encourage their students. The College is characterised by small class sizes, tutor groups, personalised pastoral care, a future focussed curriculum and academic support. The school family is strong and works closely with parents to obtain the best outcomes for their child. We believe we enrol the family, not just the student, and work closely in partnership to obtain the best possible outcomes.
At Scots College we strive to help your child to be the best they can be. The knowledge they gain, the values they adopt and the friends they make during their school years will play an important role in shaping their future.
If you are seeking the best environment to develop your child’s talents, please get in touch.
Curriculum
At Scots College Junior School we seek to develop a lifelong love of learning by providing stimulating learning experiences in first class facilities.
Scots College Junior School is an accredited provider of the International Baccalaureate Primary Years Programme (PYP). This programme runs alongside the NZ Curriculum using an Inquiry approach to learning. Literacy and Numeracy skills are integrated into all areas of teaching and learning.
The school is divided into two syndicates – Junior (Years 1-3) and Senior (Years 4-6). Years 1-6 follow the Primary Years Programme.
Primary Years Programme
In the Primary Years Programme, Language, Mathematics, Science, Social Studies, Physical Education and the Arts, are all integrated. Specialist teachers provide expertise in Visual and Performing Arts, Physical Education, Learning Support, Christian Education and Te Reo. These teachers plan collaboratively with the Class Teachers to ensure that the unit of Inquiry is trans disciplinary.
Learner Profile Attributes
The aim of all IB programmes is to develop internationally minded people who, recognising their common humanity and shared guardianship of the planet, help to create a better and more peaceful world.
IB learners strive to be:
- Inquirers – They develop their natural curiosity. They acquire the skills necessary to conduct inquiry and research and show independence in learning. They actively enjoy learning and this love of learning will be sustained throughout their lives.
- Knowledgeable – They explore concepts, ideas and issues that have local and global significance. In so doing, they acquire in-depth knowledge and develop understanding across a broad and balanced range of disciplines.
- Thinkers – They exercise initiative in applying thinking skills critically and creatively to recognize and approach complex problems, and make reasoned, ethical decisions.
- Communicators – They understand and express ideas and information confidently and creatively in more than one language and in a variety of modes of communication. They work effectively and willingly in collaboration with others.
- Principled – They act with integrity and honesty, with a strong sense of fairness, justice and respect for the dignity of the individual, groups and communities. They take responsibility for their own actions and the consequences that accompany them.
- Open-minded – They understand and appreciate their own cultures and personal histories, and are open to the perspectives, values and traditions of other individuals and communities. They are accustomed to seeking and evaluating a range of points of view, and are willing to grow from the experience.
- Caring – They show empathy, compassion and respect towards the needs and feelings of others. They have a personal commitment to service, and act to make a positive difference to the lives of others and to the environment.
- Risk-takers – They approach unfamiliar situations and uncertainty with courage and forethought, and have the independence of spirit to explore new roles, ideas and strategies. They are brave and articulate in defending their beliefs.
- Balanced – They understand the importance of intellectual, physical and emotional balance to achieve personal well-being for themselves and others.
- Reflective – They give thoughtful consideration to their own learning and experience. They are able to assess and understand their strengths and limitations in order to support their learning and personal development.
