Welcome to Horizon

Where possibility is our heartbeat

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 Horizon is a welcoming, vibrant school environment in Snells Beach with a holistic approach to learning from primary right through to college.

Horizon speaks of the journey we guide children on – the journey of learning, growth, and faith. It provides numerous possibilities for our students as they step into the world. Our Christian foundations nurture a sense of identity and purpose in young people, equipping them to live life to the full and to grow academically while also experiencing the wonder of God all around them.

Primary School

Years 1-6

In our nurturing primary school environment, tamariki feel a deep sense of whanaungatanga and are equipped with the skills and strategies to embrace tuumatatanga (taking risks) and growth in their learning. Our Year 1–6 primary teams build strong foundations of learning that empower tamariki to extend and challenge their potential. Through well-planned, structured, and diverse experiences, learners gain confidence and success, serving as the cornerstone to becoming lifelong learners.

As a Christian school, we support tamariki to grow in their whakapono and deepen their relationship with God individually and collectively through daily learning, prayer, worship, and reflection.

MIDDLE YEARS

Years 7-8

The Middle Years students at Horizon use learning in meaningful ways and make connections of the relevance of learning to life. They develop critical and creative thinking skills within subjects and are given the opportunity to experience an array of real life skills through enriched options.

Formation of the person is a crucial aspect to our curriculum, weaving the Christian faith through learning and prioritising holistic development.

College

Years 9-13

Learning at Horizon College is engaging, authentic and relational. We provide a bespoke curriculum for our rangatahi, where learning is an invitation to explore, question, create and grow. Our school is a community where faith and learning walk hand in hand. Whether studying marine biodiversity, launching a business, or studying literature through the lens of social development, students engage in subjects that are relevant and connect them to the world around them.

Grounded in the Christian worldview, students are nurtured not only in knowledge but in character, courage, and calling, with relationships at the centre. Each student is truly known and supported—by teachers who work collaboratively and mentor deeply.

 

HORIZON SCHOOL OPEN DAY

 
 

THE BIG LITTLE SCHOOL

WEDNESDAY 13 AUGUST 2025


We invite prospective students and their whānau to explore our kura, meet our team, and see what learning looks like at Horizon! From Primary to Middle Years and all the way through College, our students are known, valued and nurtured every step of the way.

Come and see what makes our little school dream big!

Open Day Timings
9:15 – 10:45am & 7:00 – 8:30pm

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Term Dates

2025 Terms & Holidays

Term 1
Mon 3 Feb – Fri 11 Apr
(School Holiday Sat 12 Apr – Sun 27 Apr)

Term 2
Mon 28 Apr – Fri 27 Jun
(School Holiday Sat 28 Jun – Sun 13 Jul)

Term 3
Mon 14 Jul – Fri 19 Sep
(School Holiday Sat 20 Sep to Sun 5 Oct)

Term 4
Mon 6 Oct – TBC
(School Holiday Dates TBC)

Additional Closure Dates

Term 1
Thurs 6 Feb – Waitangi Day

Term 2
Mon 2 Jun – King’s Birthday
Fri 20 Jun – Matariki

Term 3


Term 4
Labour Day – Mon 27 October

Board of Trustee Meeting Dates

Term 1
Tues 25 Feb
Tues 18 Mar

Term 2
Tues 13 May
Tues 17 June

Term 3
Tues 29 July
Tues 26 Aug (TBC)

Term 4
Tues 14 Oct
Tues 25 Nov

 

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Please click the button below and fill out the form to report your child’s absence.

At Horizon the teachers care deeply about each child, and make building strong relationships with their students a priority. This enables them to individualise learning opportunities and helps ensure that children are engaged and excited about their learning.
— Natasha Pearce
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What's on the Horizon

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