Dilworth School was founded in accordance with the terms of the Will of early Auckland farmer and businessman, Irish-born James Dilworth who died in 1894. The endowment was to be used to fund a boarding school for students from good families whose circumstances may prevent them from fulfilling their full potential.
Over a century later, his remarkable legacy has provided more than 5,000 students with a life-changing scholarship that includes free tuition, boarding, uniforms, sports fees and music tuition.
Dilworth has three campuses in Auckland: the Junior Campus houses our Year 7 and 8 students, Years 9 to 13 are located at the Senior Campus, and all of our students will visit our Mangatāwhiri Campus annually, for varying durations.
Supporting the development of the whole student is an integral part of the Dilworth experience. Students are offered a multitude of opportunities, a strong pastoral care system and quality teaching.
Our boarding and day school environments provide a wonderful platform for building relationships and rapport among students. The sense of belonging and unity is very strong.
Christian faith is central to all parts of school life.