Wellington East Girls' College, State secondary school in Mount Victoria, Wellington, New Zealand.
Wellington East Girls' College is a secondary school located on Austin Street in Mount Victoria that spans multiple buildings with various learning spaces. The campus features a library, art studios, and specialized areas for Māori education to provide a broad range of learning opportunities.
The school was founded in 1925 originally as Mount Victoria Girls College and was later renamed to avoid confusion with Victoria University of Wellington. This name change marked an important step in establishing the institution as a distinct educational facility in the region.
The institution carries the name Te Kura Kōhine o te Rāwhiti o Te Upoko o Te Ika, reflecting Māori traditions and organizing the school community into six separate houses. This structure creates smaller social units within the larger school and fosters a sense of belonging among the students.
The school is situated in an established residential area and is best reached on foot or by public transport from the city center. Visitors should be aware that it is an active school campus and access to certain areas may be restricted.
The school operates a specialized unit called He Huarahi Tamariki that supports approximately 50 teenage parents who wish to continue their secondary education. This program demonstrates an innovative approach to helping young people with unique circumstances pursue their studies.
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