At Oxford School, we prioritize the holistic development of every student, ensuring they thrive both academically and personally. Our Wellbeing & Support services are designed to nurture students’ mental, emotional, and physical wellbeing through a comprehensive range of programs.
From learning support and creative arts to career guidance and sports, we foster an environment where students feel supported, empowered, and ready to shine in all aspects of life.
The Year 1 to 6 section of the school welcomes the opportunity to work with families in the Oxford Community.
We aim to develop a climate where students will develop the following Key Competencies through
the implementation of well-balanced programmes in a caring environment.
Encouraging Critical and Creative Thought
Fostering Independence and Responsibility
Building Social and Interpersonal Skills
Engaging Actively in Community Life
Mastering Communication and Interpretation
Cultivating Core Knowledge Across Key Areas
Please access the thorough Curriculum Handbook. This gives a complete understanding of all the aspects of Year 7-13 Education at Oxford Area School.
EXTRA’s
OUTDOOR EDUCATION
A comprehensive Outdoor Education programme provides unique experiences for our students.
Years 4-6 classes often have camps and outdoor trips.
Years 7 & 8 classes have a 3 day camp each year. Alternating between a water skills based experience and a tramping/outdoor skills based camp.
Year 9 classes experience a week in a mountain environment with tramping, river rafting, ropes courses, confidence building and team work activities.
Year 10 students have a snow experience each year with snow skills including snow boarding and/or skiing.
Leadership skills are developed through extensive courses in outdoor education at Years 12 and 13. These courses are fully fledged subjects and offer Achievement credits and Unit Standards on the NCEA framework. These courses take students out into the mountains and rivers in the top half of the South Island and offer extensive leadership training.