Nelson Central School

Nelson Central School educates children between ages 5 and 11 through both English and Māori medium streams in a structured learning environment.

Founded in 1878, the institution stands as New Zealand's oldest educational facility operating continuously on its original unitary site with Heritage Category 2 status.

The school incorporates Māori language immersion classes and implements a comprehensive Mana Maori program for all students under Treaty of Waitangi requirements.

Located on Nile Street, three blocks east of Christ Church Cathedral, the school maintains an enrollment of approximately 398 students as of August 2024.

The main building, purchased by the Nelson Education Board in 1893, and Renwick House possess architectural elements that earned Heritage New Zealand recognition.

Location: Nelson City

Inception: 1878

Address: 70 Nile Street, Nelson 7010

Phone: +6435484972

Website: http://nelsoncentral.school.nz

GPS coordinates: -41.27756,173.28919

Latest update: March 12, 2025 17:22