Kelston Boys' High School

Course Information

Kelston Boys’ High School offers the National Certificate of Educational Achievement - NCEA -  pathway. 

The Junior school curriculum structure has been designed to provide students with a depth of experience in a broad range of subjects.

Courses in the Senior school are designed to meet the needs of the individual student. This gives all students the opportunity to enjoy learning and experience academic success.

In 'Learning Areas' you will find detailed information on the courses offered at Kelston Boys', any entry requirements, credits offered and who to talk to if you need advice.

If you're not sure what you want to do in your future, don't worry, that is extremely common. Keep your options broad.

Go to Learning Areas to explore the courses on offer.

Remember this is your pathway, make your own choices. 


Things to think about:
  • What are you interested in?
  • What are you good at?
  • What do you enjoy?
  • If you know what you want to do/study when you leave school - what subjects do they suggest?
Who can you talk to for advice?
  • Parents and caregivers
  • Teachers
  • Kaimanaki Tangata House Leaders
  • Careers Department

Additional Resources:

There are some very helpful resources on the Careers New Zealand Website

Subject Matcher

 How To Choose NCEA subjects


Find out as much information as you can about NCEA courses, the requirements for NCEA at each level, University Entrance requirements, approved subjects, careers, etc. by visiting: www.ncea.govt.nz