Principal Ann Brokenshire says a combination of new homes in Christchurch’s south-western suburbs and work to address school enrolment zones have contributed to the school’s growth. Alongside the five new temporary classrooms, a planned sports centre would also be constructed, including two classrooms and a fitness centre that doubled as a learning space, Brokenshire told
Stuff. “We ve got quite a small year 13 cohort leaving (and) we ve got a huge year nine and ten coming through.” Roll growth was inevitable, she said. “It s a problem, but it s a great problem to have.” Board chair Duane Major, who has three children at the school, said communities needed to come together in order to provide great education for everyone.