EMPOWERING GIRLS FOR LIFE

Come and share our vision

Iona College is a boarding and day school for girls from Years 7-13. Consistently one of the top-achieving schools nationally, Iona has a vision for education that builds on tradition to equip students with the confidence and skills needed for a challenging future.

Our motto “Love, Joy, Peace” permeates through the College and our six core values underpin every aspect of College life.


Values as a Person 

COMPASSION | RESPECT | INTEGRITY 

Values as a Learner  

CURIOSITY  | RESILIENCE | UNDERSTANDING 

WELCOME

It is my pleasure to welcome you to Iona, where learning is at the heart of a caring and connected community.

Our vision of 'Empowering Girls for Life' fosters a culture of personal excellence. Our girls are encouraged to embrace their education wholeheartedly; develop a curiosity and passion for learning, nurture their unique talents, and achieve their potential within an inclusive and supportive learning community. 

Iona Girls emerge with vision and optimism, ready to take their place as confident and compassionate young women, driven to make a difference, wherever they choose to live and work. 

Principal Willy Kersten 

EXPLORE OUR STUNNING CAMPUS

Where learners thrive within inspiring spaces.  

Iona College offers education in a  setting like no other. When you visit Iona for the first time, you feel a tangible sense of belonging. Set in 27 acres of park-like grounds, the College reflects the past and the present, with buildings and facilities combining to form an inspiring and stimulating environment for enquiring minds.   

Enjoy the video showcase of our grounds and architecturally designed heritage buildings or join us on our 360° virtual tour where you can explore The Information Resource Centre, The Railene Mabin Heritage Room, St Martin's Chapel, the award-winning Blyth Performing Arts Centre and more.

BECOME AN IONA GIRL

Iona Girls have an edge, an outward-looking vibrant and energetic approach to life. Begin the learning journey with us. 

Applying for a place at Iona is straightforward. Enrol online here.  ​​​​​​​Upon receipt, we will acknowledge your application and place you on the waiting list.

Due to the high demand for places, we recommend you enrol as early as possible.​​​​​​​

WILLIAM RUSH EXHIBITION ONLINE - OWN A PIECE OF HAWKE'S BAY HISTORY  

Enjoy browsing our online catalogue of paintings by renowned architect and ‘master of water colour’ – William Rush. 

This online exhibition follows the significant ‘Single Spectacular’ Rush exhibition hosted at Iona College in late March. Over 120 paintings were sold, with many evoking fond memories of time with family or locations of special significance. These additional paintings will only be available to the public for a limited time, so if you would like to own a piece of Hawke’s Bay history, then please click the link below to browse the entire catalogue and find out more.

William Rush Online Catalogue 

NEWS HIGHLIGHTS  

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