Mana College
School
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Mana College is a decile two secondary school in Porirua, Wellington, New Zealand. It celebrated its Golden Jubilee in 2007.
TypeCo-educational state secondary (Year 9–13)
Motto"Akona Te Mahi Pai" – Learn to Work Well
Established1957
Ministry of Education Institutionno.
254| Mana College | |
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| Location | |
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22 Awarua Street, Takapuwahia, Porirua, Wellington, New Zealand 41.1279°S 174.8314°E | |
| Information | |
| Type | Co-educational state secondary (Year 9–13) |
| Motto | "Akona Te Mahi Pai" – Learn to Work Well |
| Established | 1957 |
Ministry of Education Institution no. | 254 |
Principal | Jeff Chapman |
| Enrollment | 524[1] (March 2026) |
Socio-economic decile | 3G[2] |
| Website | mana.school.nz |
History
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In recent years, the college has introduced Pathways, a system to help students achieve in areas they need for either trade courses or further tertiary education.
In December 2018 the minister announced that $15 million was to be allocated for redevelopment and replacing old buildings at the college, although this includes $9 million already allocated by the previous government.[3]
In 2024 students successfully raised more than $72,000 for the first school trip to Europe.[4]
Notable alumni
- Michael Campbell – professional golfer
- Noel Crombie – artist and musician[5]
- Jacob Ellison – rugby union player
- Tamati Ellison – rugby union player
- Gary Knight – rugby union player
- Gary McCormick – radio and television personality
- Leone Patterson – basketball player
- TJ Perenara – rugby union player
- Rob Ruha – musician[6]
- Tina Salu – association footballer
- Elvis Seveali'i – rugby union player
- Emmett Skilton – actor
- Rodney So'oialo – rugby union player
- Steven So'oialo – rugby union player
Notable teachers
- Sam Hunt - poet
- Robyn Kahukiwa - artist
- Robin White - artist
