Queen Margaret College
- IB Diploma
- IB MYP
- IB PYP
Per yearabout USD 26.9K–32.3K
NZD 48.5K–58.3K · 2027 fees · Source: school website (checked 2026-11-06)
About
Independent girls' school in Thorndon, Wellington, New Zealand, with preschool for girls and boys aged 3-4, Years 1-6 for girls, and Years 7-13 with boarding options. Offers IB Dual Pathways and NCEA. Accepts international students from more than 40 countries.
Key facts
Source: Read from the school's website
Info checked 2026-11-06 · 2027 fees
Curriculum
IB Diploma · IB MYP · IB PYP
Language
English
Type
Local school, international programme
Fee level
- Nationalities
- 40
- Gender
- Girls
- Accreditations
- IB
Fees
Source: Read from the school's website
2027 fees
Age on the first day of the school year (usually 1 September). Cut-off dates differ by school.
| Grade | Per year |
|---|---|
| 1-6 | NZD 48,505≈ USD 26.9K |
| 7-13 | NZD 58,270≈ USD 32.3K |
Show fee charts
| per year | |
|---|---|
| 1-6 | NZD 48,505 (about USD 26.9K) |
| 7-13 | NZD 58,270 (about USD 32.3K) |
Source: school website (qmc.school.nz) · checked 2026-11-06 · ECB reference rate (2026-11-06)
| min | max | |
|---|---|---|
| Queen Margaret College (this school) | NZD 48,505 (about USD 26.9K) | NZD 58,270 (about USD 32.3K) |
| Chilton Saint James School | NZD 33,000 (about USD 18.3K) | NZD 47,500 (about USD 26.3K) |
| Samuel Marsden Collegiate School | NZD 39,000 (about USD 21.6K) | NZD 51,000 (about USD 28.3K) |
| St Mark's Church School | NZD 37,620 (about USD 20.9K) | NZD 48,854 (about USD 27.1K) |
Source: school website (qmc.school.nz) · checked 2026-11-06 · ECB reference rate (2026-11-06)
One-off costs
- Application fee
- NZD 300
- Enrolment fee
- NZD 1,500
- Deposit
- NZD 3,000
- EAL support
- NZD 3,000
As published by the school. Amounts change with the school year and exchange rates; please confirm with the school before applying. Converted amounts use the reference rate of the date shown. ECB reference rate (2026-11-06). Source: school website (checked 2026-11-06)
Admissions
Source: Read from the school's website
- Entry process
- Interview
- Scholarships
- Yes
Curriculum and academics
Source: Read from the school's website
Curricula, explainedIB PYP · IB MYP · IB DP (Diploma)
The IB's four programmes
Schools often run only some of the four. Highlighted boxes are the ones this school offers.
- IB PYPOffered
Early years to primary · Ages 3–12
The IB's primary programme. Children learn through questions and units of inquiry rather than separate subjects.
- IB MYPOffered
Middle years (ages 11–16) · Ages 11–16
The IB's middle-years programme: eight subject groups taught with links between them, ending with a personal project.
- IB DP (Diploma)Offered
Last 2 years of school · Ages 16–19
The IB's university-entrance qualification — what people usually mean by "the IB". Six subjects plus the Extended Essay, TOK and CAS, scored out of 45.
- IB CP (Career-related)Not here
Last 2 years of school · Ages 16–19
The IB's career-related route for the same ages as the DP: at least two DP courses plus a career-related study chosen by the school.
Last two years: DP or CP
Ages are the usual bands; schools can differ.Curriculum basics guide
Strengths
- Academics
- Sport
- Performing arts
- Service
Exam results
- IB Diploma · Average score
- 34
- IB Diploma · Pass rate
- 98%
Student support
Source: Read from the school's website
- English support (EAL)
- Yes
- Learning support (SEN)
- None
- Boarding
- Yes
Campus and school life
Source: Read from the school's website
Facilities
- Boarding
- Library
Sports
- Sports
Arts
- Performing Arts
After-school activities
- EOTC camps
- Sports
- Performing Arts
- Leadership and community service
- International experiences
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Location
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