Athletics Day
Yesterday our whole kura headed to the Trusts Arena for our annual Athletics Day. Participation rates were the highest we have ever seen, with a significant number of our students qualifying for the Western Zones Meet. The house colour dress-ups hit a new high for 2026 too. From speedsters in tutus to Spiderman and dinosaurs […]
Peer Mentoring
Whakawhanaungatana – building connection. Our Peer Mentors are doing a fantastic job in helping our Year 9 students build a strong foundation here at Henderson High School. The year 13 students have been delivering sessions in the classroom covering many topics and exploring our school values for a deeper understanding of Te Tūāpapa O Panuku. […]
School Tuckshop
Our tuckshop is run by Hebrew Cafe and Catering and is open at interval and lunch break times. The menu changes daily for variety, so there is something for everyone! Thanks tuckshop team, we are pleased to have you with us!
Prefects Leadership Camp
It is great to have our Prefects back on site after their leadership camp last week. The annual Prefects camp helps students to grow their knowledge and capacity as our school leaders and embed the school values of Te Tūāpapa o Panuku. Our Prefects were able to discuss and develop a plan for 2026 to […]
Western Zone Orienteering Competition
Navigating Success at HHS! It was a fantastic day on campus as we hosted Round 2 of the Western Zone Orienteering Competition! Students from Intermediate and High Schools across West and Central Auckland joined us to put their map-reading skills and pace to the test. Competitors had to find hidden checkpoints spread across the school […]
Samoan Group
Tālofa lava! Our Samoan group – Kulupu Samoa Āoga Maualuga a Henesone’s Polyfest preparations are officially in their second week, and the group is absolutely humming. With an ensemble of 50 students led by our master tutors, the focus is excellence. Watching the dedication during practice, it’s obvious this group is on track to deliver […]
ABS Senior Cup Champs
Congratulations to athletes Alfred, Issac, Dreighzym, Jayden and Brian who competed for the Senior Cup in the ABS 3X3 competition yesterday. Our 3X3 team won all five of their games to take their place as champions of the senior grade! This competition, held at the Trust Arena by Auckland Basketball Services, provided the perfect opportunity […]
Filipino Group
Bringing culture to the big stage! The Polyfest 2026 season is officially here. In the heart of our school, our Filipino group – Grupo ng mg Filipino a Henderson High School has been perfecting the footwork of traditional dance and synchronising Arnis sticks moves with their vibrant energy and positivity. Celebrating our cultural groups embodies […]
Tech Clubs
Taking flight! From filmmaking to search-and-rescue, drones are changing the world. Students can get a head start on their future career by joining the drone club! Mr Karota and the technology department provide many opportunities for our young innovators to be part of tech clubs including robotics, coding, evolocity, drones and more. It’s great to […]
International Students
Welcome to New Zealand! Our 2026 international students explored Piha Beach and the Arataki Visitor centre as part of their orientation programme. Our International Students’ Director Emily, and International Students’ Dean Kayla, organised this incredible opportunity for the students to visit the beautiful Waitakere Ranges! They’re looking forward to having many more adventures while they […]