Boarders have full access to college facilities including the weights centre, gymnasium, Centre of Enhancement, Performing Arts Centre, hockey turf, cricket nets, swimming pool, fields, and teaching spaces.
Men of Boarding
Our Christchurch boarding house is a nurturing faith community dedicated to the holistic development of each young man… Living, learning, and thriving together.
St Bede’s College in Christchurch, New Zealand, has a proud tradition of providing quality Catholic education and boarding for boys. For over a century, we have welcomed students from across New Zealand, the South Island, and around the world, fostering a strong sense of community and excellence.
As the only Catholic boys’ boarding high school in the South Island, the St Bede’s College Boarding House offers a unique opportunity for students to experience a world-class education in a supportive and inclusive environment. With dedicated staff providing guidance and care, boarders are empowered to reach their full potential – both academically and personally.
Located within our Christchurch campus, boarders have direct access to exceptional facilities, including the Weights Centre, Gymnasium, Learning Centre, Performing Arts Centre, hockey turf, cricket nets, swimming pool, sports fields, and modern teaching spaces. These resources allow students to pursue their passions, whether in sports, academics, or the arts.
At St Bede’s College, boarders develop independence, resilience, and friendships that last a lifetime. Our Catholic high school provides a nurturing environment where boys are supported to thrive academically, socially, and personally—preparing them for success within the College and beyond.
Boarding is indeed a priceless gift for a lifetime.
To view our current Boarding Handbook please click here.
At St Bede’s, our boarding students enjoy a vibrant and supportive community designed to enhance their overall experience both on campus and around Christchurch. We pride ourselves on providing a comfortable and secure environment where boys can thrive academically and socially.
Our induction and weekend activity programmes give our borders the opportunity to explore the city’s array of cultural, recreational, and social activities, ensuring our students have ample opportunities to explore and safely engage with the broader community. From picturesque parks and beaches to dynamic arts and sports scenes, St Bede’s boarding students enjoy the best of both worlds—a structured and caring school environment coupled with the diverse and exciting offerings of Christchurch.
Our boarding environment is designed to ensure the student wellbeing and peace of mind for parents and caregivers.
Students have access to our extensive range of facilities like our fitness centre, pool, and gymnasium, alongside our world class Centre of Enhancement and Centre of Wellbeing. Through the Centre of Enhancement, our boarding students receive specific, specialised and targeted support to reach their potential, including Learning Support, Gifted and Talented Education, Vocational Pathways, Careers Education and Guidance. The Centre of Wellbeing has the expertise of on-site psychologists, counsellors, nurses, and physiotherapists, all of whom are dedicated to helping our students achieve academic success, psychological health, and social and emotional wellbeing.
The boarding school is located on the college site.
Boarders have full access to college facilities including the weights centre, gymnasium, Centre of Enhancement, Performing Arts Centre, hockey turf, cricket nets, swimming pool, fields, and teaching spaces.
Email: office@stbedes.school.nz
Address: 210 Main North Road, Papanui, Christchurch 8051, New Zealand
Phone: +64 3 375 0647
Absences: +64 3 375 1879