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Greetings and welcome to the Melville High School website. We trust that you will find the information provided helpful and we would welcome the opportunity to respond to your questions, queries or suggestions.
Melville High School is proud of its reputation as a school that cares for people. We are a co-educational school and we share with parents/caregivers a desire to achieve the very best for all of our students in all areas of endeavour. We strive to develop educated young people equipped with the skills, knowledge and attitudes to succeed in the 21st Century. We offer a balanced curriculum, excellent facilities and a dedicated and skilful teaching staff.
Achievement is highly valued. We recognise that students learn in different ways and at their own pace, so our curriculum is designed to allow each individual to succeed and reach their potential. Students are also encouraged to participate in a wide variety of extra-curricular activities.
We are all proud of the achievements of our pupils and staff and we value this opportunity to share and celebrate their achievements.
Kia Ora
Clive Hamill
Principal
Guidance
Student Guidance Melville is well known for its strong commitment to pastoral care provided by tutor teachers and deans. Further down this page is an explanation of the Restorative Practices used within our school to modify student behaviour. Open Door Whenever parents have problems or concerns about the progress of their children they are urged to contact the School: "our door is always open". Guidance Counsellors The... Read More...
Leadership
Student Leadership Melville believes strongly in offering many opportunities for students to develop leadership skills. We also value a student voice in our decision-making. Peer Mediators This programme provides senior students with the opportunity to gain valuable experience while assisting fellow students. Senior peer mediators play an important role in our anti-bullying scheme. Student Committees These make an important contribution to inter-tutor competitions, fundraising,... Read More...
Uniform
Uniform This uniform is COMPULSORY for Years 9, 10, 11 and 12 students at Melville High School. All Year 13 students are able to wear mufti in accordance with the Senior Dress Code. All Melville High School uniform items, except shoes, are available for purchase from the Student Services Centre during school hours. Similar items from other retailers are NOT ACCEPTABLE. Students are only permitted to wear clothing outlined in this uniform code. Girls Uniform Items Boys... Read More...
Behaviour
Behavioural Expectations Students are expected to conduct themselves, at all times, in such a way as to bring credit to themselves, their families and the school. Behaviour All students have the right to learn without being disrupted by others. No student has the right to interfere with any other student’s learning or staff member’s teaching programme. The Board of trustees has established the following affirmations: ... Read More...
Cell Phones and Internet Use
Cell Phones and Internet Use Acceptable Use of Personal Electronic Equipment, Computers and Internet Information and Communication Technologies (ICT), including the Internet, are an integral aspect of the learning landscape at Melville High School. Use of such resources and internet access are privileges that are available to students who have signed our... Read More...
Transport
Transport Students arrive at Melville School on foot, by bike, bus or car. Students wishing to bring a car or motorcycle to school must seek the school's approval and complete a Vehicle Authority form signed by their parents. Detailed information about other forms of transport will shortly be made available on this page. Read More...