Speakers
This year we are excited to hear from our passionate teachers as they bring their expertise and a wealth of knowledge and experience, offering insights and strategies to nurture both academic success and personal growth.
At 10am our day will be opened with a welcome hui by our Māori and Pacific group Te Whānau o Kuīni Mākareta in the Assembly Hall, followed by a welcome prayer from Reverend Deborah Wilson.
Welcome from the Principal
Our Principal Jayne-Ann Young talks about the state of New Zealand education.
Time: 10.15am - 10:45am
Location: Assembly Hall
Primary Years Programme (PYP) Information Session
Hear from Head of Junior School Jan Treeby and 2IC Junior School & PYP Coordinator Diane Campbell-Ward about our Primary Years Programme.
Time: 11.00am - 11.30am
Location: W18
Debate Time
Watch our quick-thinking debate teams battle out a moot! Senior A and Senior B teams will be competing.
"This house believes that having a set of determined school values is essential for fostering excellence in learning and wellbeing."
Time: 11.00am - 11.30am
Location: Auditorium
ELEVATE Year 11
Hear from Deputy Principal, Head of Learning and Teaching (Holly Payne) as she talks you through our unique ELEVATE Year 11 programme. ELEVATE empowers ākonga to gain a full NCEA Level 1 qualification while also preparing them better for NCEA Level 2 Certificate or the alternative pathway of the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP).
Time: 11.30am - 12:00pm
Location: T1
Middle Years Programme (MYP) Information Session
Our MYP Coordinator engages current and former MYP students in an insightful discussion about their program experiences at QMC. Gain unique perspectives and valuable insights from a range of ākonga that will inspire and inform your own MYP adventure.
Time: 11.30am - 12.00pm
Location: Auditorium
Starting in Year 1
Our Head of Junior school (Jan Treeby) will talk about Transitioning into Year 1 and how you can ease this transition for your child when starting school.
Time: 11.30am - 12.00pm
Location: W18
International Baccalaureate Diploma (IBDP) Panel Discussion
A panel discussion with IBDP Coordinator Emma Birch, and IB Diploma graduates who speak about their personal experiences with the IBDP.
Time: 12.00pm - 12.30pm
Location: Auditorium
NCEA Panel discussion with NCEA students
Hear from our current Level 1, 2 and 3 NCEA students, facilitated by Deputy Principal, Learning and Teaching (Holly Payne). Come and acquire the facts and debunk the myths of our national qualification - NCEA.
Time: 12.30pm - 13.00pm
Location: Auditorium
Performances
During the day attendees can look forward to captivating performances by our esteemed choirs and orchestras, showcasing the exceptional musical talent within our school community.
Te Whānau o Kuīni Mākareta
A warm welcome from our Māori and Pacific performance group, Te Whānau o Kuīni Mākareta
Time: 10.00am - 10.10am
Location: Assembly Hall
Voices of QMC
Our QMC choirs will perform a varied and exciting repertoire. Hear from the Tui Singers, Cherubim, Celesta, and Jubilate and our premier choir Voces Luce.
Time: 10.45am - 11.15am
Location: Assembly Hall
Te Whānau o Kuīni Mākareta
Our talented group will practice their lively performance for Rā Haka, giving guests the opportunity to see it here first!
Time: 11.15am - 11.30am
Location: Assembly Hall
Junior Instrumental Performances
Enjoy listening to our fantastic Junior School Instrumental Concert with a selection of groups playing, from the Junior Strings to the Junior School Band. This performance was a favourite last year!
Time: 11.30am - 12.00pm
Location: Old Hall
Senior Orchestra, Strings and Bands
Do you love music? Check out our Senior instrumental concert, featuring our QMC Orchestra, Stringendos, Banditas and Honours Band. A specially curated performance by Head of Arts Tim Jenkin.
Time: 12.15pm - 12.45pm
Location: Assembly Hall
Aerobics Performance
Join us for an energy-boosting Aerobics performance, as our team of students showcase their routines with courage in preparation for the National Championships.
Time: 12.30pm - 1.00pm
Location: Hobson Gym
Look out for some of our talented music students throughout the day who will share some pop-up performances across the campus.
