When two sets of siblings joined forces to enter the Smokefree Rockquest, the result was The Barn Project – an extraordinary co-mingling of talent and creativity. Named after their practice space (a refurbished...

After receiving the NZQA Scholarship Top Scholar in Calculus Award and being recognised as the Top IGCSE Computer Science student in New Zealand, 16-year-old Bufan Zhao (Brian) had a stellar 2021. But the Year 12...

Inspired Education Group recently held a global robotics competition which asked young learners to develop and design a unique prototype that would solve a real-world problem. ACG Sunderland students were keen to...

Our focus on teaching literacy and numeracy is firmly established at ACG Schools, with students at all year levels following the globally renowned Cambridge International curriculum.

Receiving a Top in World title in the Cambridge Outstanding Learner Awards is an incredible accomplishment that many students aspire to achieve. However, this phenomenal result is even more impressive for ACG...

After immersing himself in all that ACG Parnell College offers, alumnus Raymond Li graduated with a staggering seven A* grades in his Cambridge A-Levels. Now studying at the University of Sydney, the top scholar...

Currently in the process of enrolling a bevy of ACG's youngest students, Centre Manager Sue Revill, was thrilled to be involved in the development of Sunderland's new Early Learning School.

After her team’s outstanding results at the North Island Interschool Dressage Championships, equestrian Lexi Hope believes ACG Strathallan “has a very bright future in dressage with lots of great young riders coming...

ACG Tauranga has seen some exciting new developments in 2022, including the introduction of a range of Primary specific lunchtime clubs, activities, events and EOTC (Education Outside the Classroom) opportunities....

The sky’s the limit for top scholar Aum Mehta. After receiving a remarkable four A* grades in A-Level Cambridge exams over the past two years, the recent graduate and keen basketball player has just embarked on a...

ACG Schools joined Inspired Education Group’s global network of premium schools in 2019. Since then, Inspired’s innovative and dynamic approach has seen the group extend its offerings and expertise to embrace a...

Talented all-rounder Ellie Quinn is looking forward to another stellar year ahead. While the bright and bubbly teen was delighted with her 2021 success in gaining Top in New Zealand in IGCSE Business Studies, she is...

ACG Tauranga has just revealed their new College block, with a modern library and an array of classrooms (including a science lab and dedicated art room). This unique and purpose-built facility has been an instant...

Multi-talented Cedric Siriwardana has received a Top in World title at the Cambridge Outstanding Learner Awards for the second consecutive year. The humble Year 12 student has big plans for 2022 and hopes to achieve...

After the excitement and exhilaration of ACG Tauranga's 2022 Senior Retreat, school spirit is at an all-time high. This eagerly anticipated annual event combines camaraderie, team-building and leadership development...

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Long fascinated by the structure and social role of language, being recognised as Top in the World for AS-Level English in the recent 2021 Cambridge Outstanding Learner Awards was an incredibly rewarding moment for...

Creating a spectacular and innovatively intricate desk for his Year 13 design project was the perfect way for Beau Engelbrecht to showcase his skills and abilities. Not only is the desk a stunning example of form...

As we continue to grow and enhance our educational offerings, 2022 looks sure to be another stellar year for ACG Schools. We’re excited to reveal what we have in store for the ACG community and highlight the...

Having three ACG Parnell College students recognised as Top in the World for IGCSE Mathematics in the 2021 Cambridge Learner Awards is a spectacular accomplishment. However, this incredible result is even more...

In a four-day excursion filled with team-building activities and high-octane fun, ACG Sunderland's Year 12 and 13 cohorts recently had the opportunity to participate in a range of new experiences at their annual...

With a string of academic success behind him, ACG Parnell College alumnus Sidhaarth Kumar continues to make his mark at the University of Oxford. The undergrad is flourishing at the renowned Balliol College and...

Recent ACG Tauranga graduate Brooke Robinson is eagerly looking forward to joining her fellow undergrads at Victoria University. However, the highly motivated alumna will be taking a wealth of memories and lessons...

It is often said that your performance will never outweigh your preparation, and for recent graduate Nishanth Sangeeth, that couldn’t be more true. After his staggering success in the 2021 IBDP assessments, the...

For Rasleen Singh, being recognised as the top student in New Zealand for Cambridge IGCSE Combined Science was a spectacular way to welcome 2022. But the highly-motivated student isn’t ready to rest on her laurels...

As the only school in New Zealand to offer the internationally-recognised dual pathway of Cambridge A-Levels and the International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma, ACG Parnell College students have the opportunity to...

We are thrilled to announce that our students' remarkable 2021 academic performances have seen them receive an exceptional 25 Cambridge Outstanding Learner Awards, with nine Top in World titles.

For ACG Parnell College alumna Jenna Parkin, being awarded the 2021 ACG Founders' Scholarship (valued at up to $75,000) was a dream come true.

2021 has been another extraordinary year for ACG Schools, with our students enjoying spectacular success in their Cambridge A-Level examinations.

Students from ACG Parnell College’s International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBPD) have just received their final marks for 2021 – and the results are phenomenal!

Winning the 2020 ACG Founders’ Scholarship was a life-changing event for Junheng (David) Li. Now thriving at the University of New South Wales, the ACG Sunderland alumnus has just completed the first year of his...

Amid a slew of academic awards, 2018 ACG Founders' Scholarship winner Alex Pentchev has just completed his Bachelor of Science degree at the University of Sydney. 2021 has certainly proven to be another full and...

The thought of facing their first external Cambridge Curriculum exams can sometimes be an anxious time for younger students as they move into a more advanced level of schooling. However, as Rasleen Singh (Year 10)...

After an unbeaten season with the ACG Parnell College Golf B team, along with an array of outstanding individual results, Year 7 golfing phenomenon Bowen Shao is a force to be reckoned with and is already cementing...

As a well-deserving recipient of a Top Achiever Scholarship to the University of Auckland, Isha Takyar is incredibly excited to face the challenges of tertiary study in 2022. But for the moment, the new graduate is...

What initially seemed like a simple boat trip was actually an invaluable team-building experience for ACG Tauranga’s new Senior Student Leadership Team.

2021 has been a benchmark for Year 6 student Louay Benaoum. With a string of accolades and trophies to his name, the track star has his sights firmly set on the future, both on the national and international stage...

For Zac Perkin, receiving both the 2021 Best All Rounder and Dux awards was the perfect culmination of his time at ACG Strathallan. And as the new graduate heads off to face the challenges of tertiary study, he is...

What initially began as a fun and educational research programme on seals quickly became an award-winning project for class 1CS and teacher Cass Sealy. The student's passion, dedication, knowledge and enthusiasm...

Earlier this month, ACG Tauranga’s Year 10 cohort experienced an action-packed school camp. The experience proved to be a high-octane and camaraderie filled event while also delivering some invaluable life lessons...

Receiving a Primary Pride in Achievement award has been a 2021 highlight for many young learners. The awards recognise students’ achievements and acknowledge those who display a love of learning and enthusiastically...

ACG Sunderland’s Year 9 and 10 cohorts enjoyed outstanding results in the recent Australian Mathematics Competition. As one of the world's largest maths contests, it challenges New Zealand and Australian students...

Talented Year 6 student Chelsea Cai used her artistic skills to design an online safety mascot for the Netsafety Week Schools’ Competition. The judges were so impressed with her bright and colourful entry that they...

Primary teacher Cass Sealy recently took her Year 1 class on a virtual field trip to Ambury Farm. This innovative and unique approach to learning made lockdown lessons a little more exciting for her delighted...

After his outstanding success in the pool this year, which includes setting two new national records, talented swimmer Cameron Karpik (Year 8) has some big goals for the future.

We are excited to introduce Jane Dixon, our new Early Learning School (ELS) Manager, to the ACG community.

The ACG Founders' Scholarship (valued at up to $75,000) has allowed several ACG graduates to see their tertiary study dreams become a reality. And while the 2021 recipient can look towards a bright future, the...

After moving to ACG Strathallan earlier this year, student Leon French has been thriving in his new school environment.

Since moving to ACG Sunderland earlier this year, school life has been nothing but plain sailing for student Akarsh Shankar.

Currently completing her final year at ACG Tauranga, gifted photographer Francesca Miller-Hard is looking forward to the challenges a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree will bring and taking the next steps towards a...

Developing strong leadership skills is actively encouraged at ACG Tauranga, and students can contribute to school life by representing their peers, leading sports teams, or taking on more formal leadership roles....

Students at ACG Sunderland enjoy the benefits of expert university guidance services, which provide a wide array of advice and support to help them navigate the constantly changing tertiary landscape. 

Talented ACG Strathallan athletes Jasdeep Basra (15) and Jeremy Foo (14) were thrilled to be selected for the New Zealand Secondary Schools Under 16 Football team.

ACG Strathallan recently held online mock exams to help senior students prepare for their Cambridge Curriculum assessments. Year 13 student Vicky Quinn explains how valuable this process was to benchmark learning...

Students at ACG Tauranga enjoy an early introduction to STEM subjects, with dedicated science and mathematics lessons from specialist teachers beginning in Year 5.

ACG Parnell College bands wowed audiences at the KBB Music Festival with outstanding performances that saw both a silver and bronze placing. 

At ACG Strathallan, we believe in building brighter futures and preparing our students for tomorrow's world, whether we are operating from our campus classrooms or in our current online learning environment.

ACG Tauranga English teacher and faculty coordinator Sue Wood recently asked her Year 10 class to write a report explaining their online learning experiences from a students' point of view. 

With heroes like Olympic medalist and former number-one-ranked women's professional golfer Lydia Ko leading the way, ACG Parnell College students Amy Han (15) and Aya Asaki (14) are keen to make their mark on the...

The Year 9 student Amelia Lee has marvelled at the skilful way ACG Sunderland teachers have transitioned students into the virtual classroom – a classroom that’s just about as great as the real thing.

Student leadership is an integral part of daily life at ACG Sunderland, with chances to lead woven into the fabric of the school’s culture.

Understanding. Caring. Uplifting. These are just a few of the words Arshia Kothiwala uses to describe her ACG Parnell College teachers during lockdown.

All the hard work has certainly paid off for the ACG Strathallan Boys First XI football team, who this year won the Counties Manukau First XI league for the first time in the school’s history.

Inspired Education Group has recently partnered with US-based Arete Educational Counselling and The Classroom Door to provide further opportunities for students to improve their grades and pursue bespoke university...

The chance to study electrical engineering at the University of California San Diego (UCSD) is a dream fulfilled for ACG Parnell College alumnus William Zhang.

ACG Strathallan Preschool is currently offering an online learning programme for their young charges. Operating during Level 3 and 4, the online sessions have been created to keep little ones entertained while also...

After the outstanding success of our virtual classroom environment over various Covid-19 lockdowns, ACG Schools was incredibly well placed to lead the way once again as we returned to Level 4 restrictions.

ACG Parnell College has been a springboard to success for aspiring doctor Jessica Han.

While our campuses are temporarily closed in line with the Government's Alert Level 4 lockdown, our priority is to deliver a full, dynamic and interactive e-Curriculum for all our students.

For keen athlete Veronica Ly, it really is the taking part that matters. While the excitement of winning is always a thrill, the sports-mad Year 10 student is just as happy to be part of the team.

It's not surprising Year 12 ACG Sunderland student Tony Lu is a great musician – it's in his DNA.

With 1600-kilometre-long canyons and 42 years of complete darkness or light at its poles, Titania – one of Uranus's most important moons – would not be at the top of most people's holiday wish lists.

A taster day at Brunel University London marked the beginning of a lifelong love affair with design and technology for ACG Strathallan teacher Michelle Le Vesconte.

As students across New Zealand face cancelled lessons, pupils of ACG Schools have started life in virtual classrooms, with guided online learning beginning today. As a member of Inspired Education Group, ACG Schools...

Following one of our best ever years, students at ACG Schools have received 24 Outstanding Cambridge Learner Awards from the 2019 examinations – this includes seven Top in the World awards.

Attracting record-breaking numbers, the NZ AIMS Games 2019 saw more than 11,500 intermediate-aged student athletes arrive in Tauranga last week for this six-day, national competition. As the pinnacle event for Year 7...

When it comes to Auckland secondary schools, ACG Schools are at the top of the leader board.

Prefects have created a mural in the basement of Senior Campus for current and future students to make their mark on the new campus.

ACG Schools has joined Inspired, a leading global education group of 51 premium schools educating over 38,000 students on five continents.

Following outstanding results in the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme, former student Hyewon (Chloe) Lee is now studying at one of the top universities in Korea.

“Alex clearly has outstanding academic ability, but he is also ambitious, has exceptional drive and a clear vision of what he wants to achieve”

“Education is an enormously satisfying area to work in and it’s a joy to see young people enjoying what they’re doing and succeeding at it.”