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Inglewood High School Taranaki, New Zealand
Address
129 Rata Street

Inglewood
Coordinates 39°09′23″S 174°11′25″E / 39.15631°S 174.19016°E / -39.15631; 174.19016
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School type State, Co-Educational
Motto constantia vincit
(constant effort ensures success)
Opened 1957
Ministry of Education Institution no. 0177
Principal Miss Rosey Mabin
School roll 570 (February 2024)

Inglewood High School is a public high school in Inglewood, New Zealand. It's a co-educational school, meaning both boys and girls attend. Students from Year 9 to Year 13 (usually ages 12 to 18) go to this school.

The school is located in the Taranaki region on New Zealand's North Island. It first opened its doors on June 6, 1957. In 2017, the school celebrated its 60th birthday! About 570 students attend Inglewood High School each year.

School Motto

The school's motto is constantia vincit. This is a Latin phrase. It means "constant effort ensures success." This motto encourages students to keep trying their best. It teaches them that working hard and never giving up leads to good results.

School Crest

The school crest is a special symbol for Inglewood High School. Margaret Stevenson designed it in 1957. The crest shows several important things. It features nearby Mount Taranaki, a famous mountain in the region. It also includes a book, which represents learning and knowledge. You can also see symbols of a messenger's feet, showing progress and moving forward. All these elements come together with the school's motto.

School Leaders

Inglewood High School has had several principals since it opened. A principal is the head teacher who leads the school. They help make sure the school runs well and students get a great education.

Here is a list of the principals who have led the school:

  • Charles Caldwell (1957–1959)
  • Garfield Johnson (1959–1965)
  • Alexander Black (1966–1968)
  • Jack Porter (1968–1972)
  • John Smith (1973–1982)
  • Bob Clague (1983–1990)
  • Lyn Bublitz (1991–2001)
  • Angela Gattung (2002–2008)
  • Rosey Mabin (2009–present)

Famous Former Students

Many students who attended Inglewood High School have gone on to achieve great things. These former students are sometimes called alumni. They have become successful in different fields. Some have become famous athletes, like netball players or rugby stars. Others have become well-known artists or scientists. Their achievements show the good education and support students receive at the school.

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