Founded by passionate educators determined to level the educational playing field, Altum Classical Academy is both an opportunity and a privilege. We invite you to join us as we begin to scale the heights.
A commitment to do one’s best in every endeavour — academic, artistic, and moral. Families and students value diligence, high standards, and perseverance over ease or convenience.
A genuine enthusiasm for ideas, discovery, and the life of the mind. We welcome students who are curious and families who nurture wonder and delight in knowledge.
A willingness to engage positively in the school community — showing courtesy, cooperation, and gratitude toward teachers, peers, and parents alike.
An understanding that Altum’s classical, character-forming approach is central to who we are. Families affirm and uphold the school’s mission to educate for truth, virtue, and wisdom.
Parents see themselves as partners in the moral and intellectual growth of their children — ready to communicate openly, model integrity, and reinforce the habits of good character at home.
*As a state-funded charter school, Altum will accept all students who apply until capacity is met.
Submit an enrolment application form via altum.school.nz. We'll respond with a confirmation email.
We'll briefly get to know one another, answer your questions, and organise the time for the Family Meeting.
In-person where possible, otherwise a video call. We'll explain our philosophy, curriculum, expectations and school culture. You'll share about your hopes for your child. Please bring your child's latest school report to the meeting.
Not
yet
You'll need to agree to your child to participate in after-school support programmes to address identifed gaps
Yes
Successful applicants will receive a formal letter of offer, including an enrolment pack with key dates, policies, uniform details and student handbook.
some children will progress
yes
Come along to our orientation event for families and students. Get to know our faculty and other Altum families. Bring your questions to a parent Q&A session. Date TBC.
Altum Classical Academy has a vision that reaches beyond our Wellington campus. If you are a New Zealand registered teacher, or have past teaching experience, we would be interested in hearing from you.
Choosing a school is one of the most significant decisions you will make for your child so to aid you in your decision-making, here is the Altum Information Pack. Inside, you’ll find more about:
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– C. S. Lewis
