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Queen Margaret College

New Zealand, Wellington

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English
Fees NZ$22,731 - 62,227
Ages 3 - 18 years
Pupil numbers 700
Type Co-educational, Girls School (boarding)
Opened 1919
Bus Service No
Availability Not shared by this school
Academic offering
Curriculum IB (PYP), IB (MYP), IB (DP), Bespoke Curriculum
Taught languages French, Spanish, Mandarin, Japanese
Typical class size 20
Strengths Performing Arts, Languages, Service and Sustainability
Clubs Arts and Creative, Cultural and Language, Community and Service
Stages Preschool, Primary School, Middle School, Secondary School, Senior Secondary School
Introduction

Queen Margaret College is an independent Presbyterian day school for girls in Wellington, New Zealand, educating pupils aged 3 to 18. It is an International Baccalaureate World School offering the IB Primary Years Programme (Years 1–6), the IB Middle Years Programme (Years 7–10) and the IB Diploma Programme (Years 12–13). In Year 11 students undertake NZ's National Certificate of Educational Achievement (NCEA) Level 1 and may continue with Levels 2 and 3 or pursue the two‑year IB Diploma. The school also delivers a bespoke curriculum to suit individual strengths and learning styles. The campus provides arts, drama and music facilities, a purpose‑built performance space, a theatre, and sports complex with a gym, tennis courts and a dance studio. On-site boarding includes Queen Margaret House and Queen Margaret Residence (nine two‑person rooms). Notable features include Queen's Edge after‑school programmes, the Queen of Hearts service initiative and the THRIVE programme for students.

www.qmc.school.nz

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The Essentials

Queen Margaret College has 700 pupils, typical class sizes of 20, instruction in English.

Location
53 Hobson Street, Thorndon, Wellington 6011, New Zealand

Stages
Preschool to Year 13

Type
Independent Presbyterian day school for girls

Pupil Nationality Mix
Representing over 40 nationalities

Additional learning support
Learning Enrichment and support coordinated by Learning Enrichment Coordinator

Country affiliation
New Zealand

Religious affiliation
Presbyterian

School day structure
Junior School day 8:30am–3:00pm; Senior School day 8:30am–3:30pm

Bus service
QMC private bus for Wellington's Western Suburbs; Western Coach Service available with morning drop-offs and afternoon pickups; contact reception for details
Diving Deeper
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Fees

Annual tuition at Queen Margaret College ranges from NZD 22,731 to NZD 62,227 for 2026/27.

Application and acceptance fees

- Enrolment (application) fee: NZD 180 payable on application.
- Acceptance fee: NZD 500 payable on acceptance of a place.
- For international applicants: Registration fee NZD 300 and Acceptance fee NZD 1,500 (international fees are itemised separately below).

Domestic tuition fees (2026) — per term and annual, by year group

- Preschool:
- School Day (per week): NZD 320; Weekly full fees: NZD 665.
- Extended Day (per week): NZD 400; Weekly full fees: NZD 745.
- Years 1–6: NZD 5,573 per term; NZD 22,290 per year.
- Years 7–8: NZD 6,998 per term; NZD 27,990 per year.
- Years 9–10: NZD 7,166 per term; NZD 28,665 per year.
- Years 11–13: NZD 7,350 per term; NZD 29,400 per year.

Notes on domestic tuition figures:
- All amounts are quoted in New Zealand Dollars and include GST where required. The published tuition figures include the compulsory fees protection insurance charge, the technology levy and the building levy unless otherwise stated. A sibling discount of 10% on tuition fees applies for second and subsequent children (not applicable to Preschool or where a scholarship applies).

International tuition and compulsory international charges (2026)

- International tuition (annual scales):
- Years 1–6: NZD 46,195 per year.
- Years 7–13: NZD 55,495 per year.
- Additional compulsory international charges (annual amounts shown):
- Sundry activities deposit: NZD 2,500 (used for camps, private music lessons, etc.; unused portion refunded in line with the College refund policy).
- Mentor fee: NZD 2,500.
- Insurance (medical and travel; 12 months cover arranged by the College unless alternative policy provided): NZD 633 (compulsory unless a compliant alternative policy is supplied).
- Homestay and related international boarding options:
- Option 1 — Boarding (Queen Margaret House, 7-day, term time only): NZD 22,570 per year. Holiday homestay fee (term breaks only, fixed annual fee covering 7 weeks of term holidays): NZD 3,150.
- Option 2 — Full homestay: NZD 450 per week for 45 weeks (NZD 20,250) plus homestay administration fee NZD 1,000.
- Where additional ESOL support is required for international students, estimated extra cost is approximately NZD 3,000 per year.

Boarding fees and deposits (2026)

- Boarding deposit (domestic boarders): NZD 1,000 (non-refundable; deducted from boarding fees once the student is fully enrolled).
- 7-day boarding (annual): NZD 22,570.
- Holiday homestay (fixed annual fee covering 7 weeks of term holidays, if applicable): NZD 3,150.
- Homestay (where arranged): NZD 450 per week for 45 weeks (NZD 20,250) plus NZD 1,000 homestay admin fee (when applicable).

Community levies and other recurring charges

- QMC Foundation Trust levy: NZD 50 per term (NZD 200 per year) — charged per family.
- QMC Parents' Association levy: NZD 15 per term (NZD 60 per year) — charged per family.
- QMC Old Girls' Association levy (Years 9–13): NZD 12.50 per term (NZD 50 per year) — charged per student.
- Fees protection insurance: charged as a percentage of tuition (noted at 1.98% in the fees notes) and is compulsory for eligible year levels.

Other costs and discretionary charges

- Uniforms: Uniforms are additional to tuition. The College's exclusive retailer is New Zealand Uniforms (on-site collection and online ordering available) and the Parents' Association runs second‑hand uniform sales; uniform cost varies by items purchased.
- Stationery, subject resources, field trips, camps, private music tuition, examination fees (NZQA for Years 11–13), specialist course charges, and other incidental costs may be charged in addition to tuition and will appear on regular invoices. Some subject or activity costs are charged as they occur.
- Sundry activities deposit for international students (NZD 2,500) is used to pay for camps, private music lessons and similar items; any unused portion is refundable in line with the refund policy.

Billing schedule, invoicing and payment terms

- Invoicing: Fees are invoiced monthly; tuition and boarding fees are due by the 20th of the month following the invoice (terms and conditions). Preschool fees are payable monthly in advance by direct debit.
- Instalment and payment plans:
- A 10‑month instalment plan is available (payments due by the 10th of each month, February through November) where the parent/guardian nominates direct debit from a bank account.
- Accepted payment methods:
- Direct debit from a nominated bank account.
- Online bank transfer to Queen Margaret College Fees Account (Westpac Wellington: 03 0518 0316528 09).
- Credit card online payments (a 3% surcharge applies to credit card transactions).
- Overdue accounts and charges: Interest of 5% per month may be charged on overdue accounts. The College may recover outstanding debts through solicitors or a debt collection agency and will require withdrawal of the student if fees remain unpaid.

Refunds, withdrawal notice and related rules

- No fee is refundable where the pupil does not start or does not complete a full term.
- Notice of withdrawal: At least a term's written notice is required to withdraw a student from the College (and the Boarding House where applicable). Fees continue to be payable over the notice period. For withdrawal at the end of the school year, notice is required by the last teaching day of Term 3. Insufficient notice may incur a charge of up to twelve weeks' tuition in lieu of notice.
- Sundry deposits (such as the international sundry activities deposit) may be refunded if unused in line with the College's refund policy.

Mandatory protections and special charges

- Fees protection insurance is compulsory for eligible domestic students (Years 1–13) and is charged as part of fees to provide continuity of tuition in the event of death or permanent disability as specified in the College policy.
- International students must have medical and travel insurance arranged either through the College (compulsory cover shown) or via an alternative compliant policy provided in English.

Summary of where amounts apply (quick reference)

- Application/acceptance fees (domestic): Enrolment NZD 180; Acceptance NZD 500.
- Domestic tuition per term (2026): Years 1–6 NZD 5,573; Years 7–8 NZD 6,998; Years 9–10 NZD 7,166; Years 11–13 NZD 7,350.
- Boarding: Annual 7‑day boarding NZD 22,570; boarding deposit NZD 1,000 (non-refundable, deducted from boarding fees on full enrolment).
- International annual tuition (2026): Years 1–6 NZD 46,195; Years 7–13 NZD 55,495; plus registration, acceptance, insurance, mentor fee and sundry deposit as itemised above.

If any specific numeric conversions, breakdowns by term for international tuition, or an itemised invoice example are required for your database format, these published figures can be used directly as the definitive amounts for the 2026 year shown above.
Academics

Queen Margaret College teaches IB (PYP), IB (MYP), IB (DP), Bespoke Curriculum for students aged 3 to 18.

Curriculum
Queen Margaret College is an International Baccalaureate World School. Years 1–6 follow the Primary Years Programme (IB). Years 7–10 follow the Middle Years Programme (IB). In Year 11, students undertake New Zealand's National Certificate of Educational Achievement (NCEA) Level 1 and may continue with NCEA Levels 2 and 3 or pursue the two-year International Baccalaureate Diploma (IB DP) in Years 12–13. The school emphasizes dual senior pathways to suit individual strengths and learning styles.

Exam Results
IB Diploma Programme (IBDP) Results 2025: 98% pass rate; average score 34; 9 students (20%) scored 40+; 3 bilingual diplomas; IB Dux Madeleine Wilson achieved a perfect 45. National Certificate of Educational Achievement (NCEA) Results 2025: Level 1 pass rate 96%; Level 2 pass rate 98%; Level 3 pass rate 98%; endorsements include 81% Merit or Excellence at Level 1, 88% at Level 2, and 68% at Level 3. University Entrance (UE) 2025 pass rate: 98%.

Higher Education Progression
Pathways after school include opportunities to go to University, a Polytechnic or begin an Apprenticeship; the college presents these options clearly to students in Year 11–13 as part of its Careers and future pathways.

Gifted and Talented
Learning Enrichment lessons and Extension programs provide challenge for high-ability students, with extension activities such as debating, public speaking, essay and creative writing competitions, Ethics Olympiad and Scholarship examinations. New Zealand Scholarships are available for high achievers (IB and NCEA eligible). LEAP and the ELEVATE Year 11 Programme offer accelerated and enriched learning options. Three students earned bilingual IB diplomas in 2025. The school also highlights international-level success of gifted students, such as a World Scholar's Cup team reaching Yale finals in 2024 with multiple medals.
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Admissions

Admissions
Domestic Enrolments: Read the Terms and Conditions before starting the online application. Complete and submit the online application with a non-refundable application fee of $180. Following a review of the application, the applicant's daughter will be invited to an interview with the Principal. Following the interview, an Offer of Place may be issued. The applicant should return the confirmation and the non-refundable acceptance fee of $460 within 14 working days. Once the acceptance is received, confirmation of place is sent. International Enrolments: Read the Terms and Conditions and Privacy Statement before starting the application. Complete and submit the application with a non-refundable application fee of $250. If enrolling more than one child, use a separate form for each. Following a review of your application, we will advise you if your daughter has been selected for an interview with the Director of International Students. A translator will be provided if necessary. English testing if required. Following the selection process, you may receive an Offer of Place along with a form to confirm acceptance. Once acceptance is received, confirmation of your place at QMC will be sent.

Scholarships
The QMC Scholarship Programme is available to Years 7 through 13 for domestic students. It recognizes the College values of generosity, resilience, respect, integrity and courage, and rewards achievement in academics, sport, the arts, cultural pursuits, service or across multiple disciplines. Scholarships are effective through to Year 13 if the scholarship expectations are met; scholarship types may vary by year level and enrolment availability. The application process has no fee and a maximum of two scholarships may be applied for. Required documentation includes evidence of age, identity and New Zealand citizenship or permanent residency; a CV; a character reference; copies of two most recent school reports; copies of PAT/e-asTTle or NZQA records; evidence of participation in cocurricular activities, service or leadership, sporting excellence or cultural pursuits; a simple passport-style headshot; attendance at the scholarship examination if applicable; and if shortlisted an interview with the Principal. Scholarships open for 2027: Year 7 to 10 open 25 March - 24 April; Year 11 to 13 open 1 April - 1 May. Not currently offering Other Scholarships & Bursaries. For more information, contact enrolments.

Waitlist
Waitlisting at QMC describes a waitlist as a queue-based system. Applicants are eligible for entry but a place is not immediately available. The waitlists are managed chronologically by the date an application is received and do not rank applicants on the waitlist. Factors considered include date of application, family connections to QMC (daughters of Old Girls, siblings, extended family connections, e.g. grandparent who is an alumna), children of current staff, and, in some cases, boarders, international students or diplomats. Scholarships may affect waitlist considerations. Waitlisted families are kept updated, and waitlist movement depends on space availability.
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