Speakers
This year we are excited to hear from our passionate teachers as they bring their expertise and a wealth of knowledge and experience, offering insights and strategies to nurture both academic success and personal growth.
At 10am our day will be opened with a welcome prayer from Reverend Deborah Wilson and a welcome hui by our Māori and Pacific group Te Whānau o Kuīni Mākareta in the Assembly Hall.
Welcome from the Principal
Our Principal Jayne-Ann Young talks about the state of New Zealand education.
Time: 10.15am
Location: Assembly Hall
Primary Years Programme (PYP) Information Session
Hear from Head of Junior School Jan Treeby and 2IC Junior School & PYP Coordinator Diane Campbell-Ward about our Primary Years Programme.
Time: 11.00 - 11.30am
Location: W18
Middle Years Programme (MYP) Information Session
Our MYP Coordinator engages current and former MYP students in an insightful discussion about their program experiences at QMC. Gain unique perspectives and valuable insights from a range of ākonga that will inspire and inform your own MYP adventure.
Time: 11.30am - 12.00pm
Location: Auditorium
Senior Years Curriculum Pathways
Deputy Principal Learning and Teaching Holly Payne will lead a panel discussion with NCEA students and graduates outlining their experiences and insights.
Time: 12.00 - 12.30pm
Location: Auditorium
International Baccalaureate Diploma (IBDP) Panel Discussion
A panel discussion with IBDP Coordinator Emma Birch, and IB Diploma graduates who speak about their personal experiences with the IBDP.
Time: 12.30 - 1.00pm
Location: Auditorium
Debate Time
Watch our quick-thinking debate teams battle out a moot! Senior A and Senior B teams will be competing.
Time: 11.30 - 12.00pm
Location: Atrium
Performances
During the day attendees can look forward to captivating performances by our esteemed choirs and orchestras, showcasing the exceptional musical talent within our school community.
Te Whānau o Kuīni Mākareta
A warm welcome from our Māori and Pacific performance group, Te Whānau o Kuīni Mākareta
Time: 10.00am - 10.15am
Location: Assembly Hall
Voices of QMC
Our QMC choirs will perform a varied and exciting repertoire. Hear from the Tui Singers, Cherubim, Celesta, and Jubilate.
Time: 10.45am - 11.15am
Location: Assembly Hall
Te Whānau o Kuīni Mākareta
Our talented group will practice their lively performance for Rā Haka, giving guests the opportunity to see it here first!
Time: 11.15am - 11.30am
Location: Assembly Hall
Junior Instrumental Performances
Hear from our Junior School orchestras in the Old Hall. This performance was a favourite last year!
Time: 11.30am - 12.00pm
Location: Old Hall
QMC Orchestras
A specially curated performance by Head of Arts Tim Jenkin from our QMC Orchestras and Bands.
Time: 12.15 - 12.45pm
Location: Assembly Hall
Aerobics Performance
Watch our talented team flip, dance and tumble with dance leader Gemma Lowther.
Time: 12.30 - 1.00pm
Location: Hobson Gym
Look out for some of our talented music students throughout the day who will share some pop-up performances across the campus.
