Welcome to Burnside High School, where your journey to excellence begins.
We are a vibrant and lively school. We know that success can take many forms and all of these are valuable. Some students shine in the classroom, some on the sports field and some in the arts. Our emphasis is on delivering a broad and balanced education that ensures students can discover and follow their passion. At Burnside, you can discover where you belong, nurture your talents, and explore the endless possibilities that await. You can find your path in life at Burnside High School.
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Principal’s Welcome
At Burnside we strive to develop well-rounded, confident young adults who are equipped for our modern and changing world. Our school has a culture where we won’t rest until every student in our care is engaged and achieving. We believe that every student, every day, in every class deserves our very best effort and we strive to make sure that we live up to this expectation. Burnside High School is a vibrant and lively school. We know that success can take many forms and all of these are valuable. Some of you will shine in the classroom, some on the sports field and some in the arts. Our emphasis on delivering a broad and balanced education ensures that you can discover and follow your passion to experience success in any field.
Specialist Music Programme
The Specialist Music Programme (SMP) is a unique offering here at Burnside High School. Established in 1997, by an Act of Parliament, the SMP programme is a collaboration between Burnside High School, Westburn Primary School and the University of Canterbury. It exists to nurture musical talent in children and teenagers between the ages of 10 and 18. The aim of the SMP is to “provide the highest possible standard of musical education, training and opportunities for children of high musical talent and potential, in a seamless, co-ordinated programme from primary to tertiary levels.”
Aurora Centre
The Aurora Centre aims to enrich the cultural and social fabric of Christchurch by providing a versatile space for local and international artists to showcase their talents including music, theatre, dance and other performing acts. If you wish to hire the Aurora Centre for a show or community event please visit our Aurora Centre site.
We are led by our values
Bring respect Manaakitanga
Have pride Mana
Seek excellence Rangatiratanga
Latest News
Children of Eden Jr, Enchanting Productions
Students Lizzie Gilmore and Echo Holden, will be performing in Children of Eden Jr with Enchanting…
Dance Showcase – Tickets are on sale now
Our annual Dance Showcase is scheduled for the evening of Friday 31 July, secure your ticket online…
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Year 13 Leadership Camp
Our Year 13 Leadership Camp began with everyone looking as though we were heading away for three…
Regional Interschools Chess Champs
Yesterday, four teams from Burnside High competed in the Canterbury Regional Inter Schools Chess…
BHS band, EQUILIBRIUM, have released their debut single today!
As part of their prize for winning the band category at the national Smokefree Rockquest final in…
Celebratory Concert
On Saturday night, a packed out Aurora Centre was treated to an amazing concert to celebrate 30…
Join us: PTA, First day of term 3
The next meeting of our school PTA is being held in the school staffroom on Monday 20 July from…
UC Chemistry practicals
Week 9 saw a group of nearly 40 Year 13 Chemistry students attend the University of Canterbury…
Canterbury Mathematics Association Year 11 Maths Competition
Organised by our very own Murray Paull and the Canterbury Mathematics Association, this is an annual…
Badminton success – five years and counting!
Our badminton teams were in action over the weekend at the South Island Secondary Schools’…
Otago Medical School in Christchurch – DARE Day
On Tuesday 16 June, a very lucky group of eleven of our Year 13 students attended a morning at the…
