Our college was built in 1986 when the Wanaka Area School was outgrown. Currently we are undergoing a major redevelopment of the campus to update current buildings and cater for our growing roll.
The college is experiencing a positive growth at present. In 2020 we started the year with over 1100 students. Each year we also have 30 hostellers who join us for Year 13 from around New Zealand.
See more on the HostelWork is beginning on the initial stages as soon as the school closes for the Christmas break. The overall plan which consist of five stages, will encompass many new learning area expansions. Our 1000 students current capacity will be significantly increased to house 1600 student.
Upgrading MAC webpage The Upgrading MAC poster
For information on the curriculum, our courses offered, IT help and more - the MAC Wiki is what you need.
view detailsIn Wanaka and definitely at MAC we like to 'get amongst it' - what better way than on a Level 1, 2 or 3 Outdoors Pursuit Course.
view detailsWorking in conjunction with Wanaka Flight Training you can get your PPL in fixed wings or helicopters right here in Wanaka.
view detailsYear 13s are immersed in our community with our volunteer programme - pay it forward.
view detailsEach year 30 students from all over New Zealand are selected, through interview, to stay in our purpose built Hostel for Year 13.
view detailsIt is getting bigger and bigger so the best way to stay informed about where and what the classes are called, use the MAC Map.
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