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Western Heights High School is a school to be proud of. The major strengths of the school are its warmth, co-operation and the corporate and individual striving for the "Heights" of excellences between students, staff and the local community. This has resulted in a tremendous commitment from all towards high achievement in all endeavours.

Excellence is reached in the achievements of students and staff in the academic, sporting, culture, arts, music and drama arenas. The school climate is one of enjoyment, commitment and pride. Our current and former students are proud to be identified as 'Heights' and enjoy sharing in the successes of others. There is a tremendous spirit of 'belonging' - whakawhanaungatanga.

We provide programmes and activities to meet the needs of all students. While it has been great to share in the excellence reached by our highly talented students, it has also been a delight to see the achievements of those who have had to struggle at times. An outstanding feature of the school is the guidance and pastoral care network that helps to ensure that individual needs are catered for.

Western Heights High School is founded on its motto WISDOM and HONOUR and motivated to attain Taumata Rau -  Heights through Opportunity

What others say about Heights . . .
"Students receive high quality education in a supportive environment where individuals are given opportunities to learn, grow and succeed. . ."
"Positive student-teacher relationships, where teachers demonstrate a genuine desire to encourage and promote student achievement, create a school atmosphere which engages students in their learning. ..
"senior school provides access to qualifications through a wide range of academic and vocational courses that cater for the capabilities and needs of most students. .