Marian College
BoundFor analysis · from ERO reports and public data
Our read on Marian College
Strong Catholic Girls' School With Bright Future Ahead
Marian College is performing very well academically, with nearly all students achieving NCEA qualifications and a large majority reaching University Entrance. The school has successfully transitioned to a brand-new purpose-built campus in Papanui and maintains a strong, caring community culture. Attendance remains the key area for improvement, with the school actively working to meet national targets.
Source: ERO, 6 May 2025 · How we write these · What ERO ratings mean
Location & enrolment zone
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Marian College
2 Lydia Street, Northcote, Christchurch
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- Does Marian College have an enrolment zone?
- Yes. An enrolment scheme is listed and the available zone map is shown below. Check your exact address before relying on eligibility.
- What year levels does Marian College teach?
- Marian College teaches Year 9–13.
- What is Marian College's Equity Index?
- The listed EQI is 426. EQI reflects socioeconomic barriers used for funding; it is not a school-quality score.
- How large is the school?
- The latest listed roll is 411 students.
- When was the latest listed ERO review?
- The latest review date in the public data is May 2025.
The basics
Ministry of Education records
- Teaching language
- All students taught in English/other setting
- Opened
- 1982
- Principal
- Mary-Lou Davidson
- Urban/rural setting
- Major urban area
- Donation requests
- May Be RequestedSchool may request voluntary donations
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