Rector’s Welcome
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Welcome to Palmerston North Boys’ High School, a decile 8 School with a current roll of approx. 1750 students and boarding facilities for 180 young men.

For any young man who wishes to join our School, this website details our opportunities and expectations so that he may come prepared to be responsible and ready for an education that will impact his future and pave his pathway to manhood.

Mission & Values​​​​​​​
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Young men who join in the Palmerston North Boys’ High School community are expected to live by the School mission, vision and values in and out of the classroom.

Today we cherish the values of integrity, respect, industry, pride, humility and courage.

We aim to reflect these in all that we do.

Our History​​​​​​​
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Established in 1902, PNBHS is a traditional state boys’ school where it is important that the traditions and achievements of the past are built on to provide guidance and direction for our future generations.

The School motto ‘Nihil Boni Sine Labore’, ‘Nothing Achieved Without Hard Work’ forms the basis of our School ethos, and pride and respect are the cornerstones of School life.

The Board of Trustees
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The Board of Trustees undertake the governance of Palmerston North Boys’ High School on behalf of the community.

The policies of the School, as endorsed by the Board, ensure that the School is governed effectively and that all young men will receive outstanding educational opportunities in a safe and secure environment.

Staff​​​​​​​
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Meet the dedicated educators and mentors at Palmerston North Boys' High School who combine academic expertise with a commitment to building outstanding character in every student.

Student Leadership​​​​​​​
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Leadership isn't just an extracurricular activity it’s a structured, school-wide pillar designed to Develop Educated Men of Outstanding Character.

School Documents ​​​​​​​​​​​​​​
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Palmerston North Boys’ High School policies are accessible on SchoolDocs

School Maps​​​​​​​
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Map of our school 

Facilities​​​​​​​
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Learn about the Ian Colqhuoun Memorial Hall and the Speirs Centre as well as a wide variety of sports fields & facilities: Rugby, Football, Hockey, Tennis, Basketball, Badminton, Volleyball, Cricket, Water & Canoe Polo and Tae Kwon Do.

Teaching Positions ​​​​​​​
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We want staff who will work with us both in the classroom and in co-curricular activities to help develop young men we can be proud of and who will go on to make a positive difference to our society and our world.