At Saint Kentigern Girls’ School, there is a diverse range of sports available to enhance the physical fitness, skills development, and overall well-being of the students. These sports cater to various interests and abilities, providing opportunities for both participation and competition.
The comprehensive sports program at Saint Kentigern Girls’ School not only encourages physical activity but also fosters teamwork, sportsmanship, and personal growth. These opportunities ensure that every girl can find a sport that interests them, promoting a healthy and active lifestyle throughout their school year.
The Girls’ School has exceptional sporting facilities and a teaching and coaching staff to match. Opened during the 50th Jubilee ceremonies in 2009, the Jubilee Sports Centre provides facilities that are unparalleled in most primary schools.
Along with a large gymnasium with retractable seating, there is a fitness room, additional classroom space and an outdoor astro-turf that doubles for hockey in winter and tennis in summer.
The School has a heated outdoor swimming pool and learners’ pool in a leafy setting central to the campus. Heating the pool ensures that we can maximise the summer swimming season to ensure all our boys develop crucial swimming and water safety skills from an early age.
Sports teams regularly travel for an exchange with Southwell School in Hamilton and St Peters School in Cambridge. Teams and individuals also compete in the AIMS Games in Mount Maunganui.
Sporting Codes
Athletics
Athletics
• When: Term 4 • Highlight: Athletics Day at Lloyd Elsmore • Details: Emphasises track and field events, promoting individual and team achievements.
Cricket
Cricket
• When: Term 1 & 4 • Activities: Weekly exchanges with other schools • Focus: Enhancing cricket skills and team dynamics through regular matches.
Cross Country
Cross Country
• When: Term 2 • Event: Inter-house competition involves all girls, promoting endurance and team spirit.
Dance
Dance
• When: Years 7 & 8 during designated Sport time • Objective: Combines fitness with creative expression through dance routines.
Flippa Ball
Flippa Ball
• When: Throughout the year • Competition: Weekend matches provide competitive opportunities in water sports.
Football
Football
• When: Term 2 & 3 • Who: Years 5-8 • Activities: Weekly fixtures against other schools to develop soccer skills and teamwork.
Gymnastics (Artistic and Rhythmic)
Gymnastics (Artistic and Rhythmic)
• When: Term 2 & 3 • Providers: Tri Star Gymnastics and North Harbour • Delivery: Lunchtime sessions focus on skill development and preparation for local competitions.
Hockey
Hockey
• When: Term 2 & 3 • Focus: Skill building and teamwork in hockey, a popular sport among students.
Netball
Netball
• When: Term 2 & 3 • Who: Years 2-8 • Fixtures: Scheduled on Tuesday and Thursday, including local and inter-school competitions.
Pilates
Pilates
• When: Term 2 & 3 • Offered to: Years 7 & 8 during Sport afternoon • Benefits: Promotes flexibility, core strength, and relaxation techniques.
Sailing
Sailing
• When: Term 1 & 4 at Akarana Yacht Club • Offered to: Years 7 & 8 during Sport afternoon • Certification: Girls receive competency certificates in various sailing levels.
Swimming
Swimming
• When: Term 1 & 4 • Event: Swimming sports during Term 1 foster house competition and individual achievements.
Tennis
Tennis
• When: Weekly private sessions with Kiwi Tennis & Sport afternoon • Availability: Open to years 5-8 during Sport afternoon, focusing on tennis skills and match play. Open to years 3-6 with Kiwi Tennis
Touch & Tag Rugby
Touch & Tag Rugby
Activities: Includes sports afternoon sessions and fixtures against other schools.
Waterpolo
Waterpolo
• When: All year • Participants: Year 7 & 8 • Schedule: Early training sessions and weekend games/tournaments enhance water polo skills.
Our Sporting Facilities
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