Scholarships
“In the Spirit of Macmad” Scholarship
A generous initiative to welcome new families into Matahui School’s unique, values-driven community — supporting access to personalised, holistic education.
About The Scholarship
A Shared Belief in Exceptional Education
At Matahui School, we offer financial support towards tuition fees through the “In the Spirit of Macmad” Scholarship, made possible by generous support from MACMAD Charitable Trust. MACMAD has a longstanding relationship with Matahui School, and has funded a number of projects, including our Neurodiverse One-Day School programme.
This initiative reflects a shared commitment to providing high-quality, personalised education grounded in our philosophy of Multiple Intelligences, structured literacy and mathematics, and our rich Education Outside the Classroom programme.
These scholarships are designed to support new families joining our school community who align with our vision and values, and who will contribute positively to the special character of Matahui School.
Four scholarships are available, each contributing towards the annual school fees. Scholarship decisions are the responsibility of the Matahui School Board of Trustees.
Three Pathways to Consider
Financial Need
- Financial Hardship: For families demonstrating genuine financial need who would otherwise be unable to access Matahui School.
Achievement
- Merit -based: For students with exceptional ability in areas aligned with our philosophy — academic excellence, leadership, arts, or environmental stewardship.
Strategic
- Strategic Enrolment: Awarded at the Board’s discretion to support enrolment aligned with the school’s strategic priorities and community needs.
Who Can Apply
Scholarships are open to new families only. To be considered, families must:
- New Enrolment: Students must be joining Matahui School for the first time.
- Enrolment Application: A completed enrolment application must be on file.
- Values Alignment: Demonstrated alignment with our philosophy and school values.
- Financial Disclosure: Full financial disclosure required for hardship applications.
- Fee Agreement: Willingness to meet any remaining fees not covered by the scholarship.
- Policy Agreement: Agreement to comply with school policies and parental contract.
How to Apply
- Expressions of Interest – It is recommended that, before completing a formal application, you contact our Principal contact our Principal with an expression of interest. Reaching out before applying helps ensure your child is a good fit for the school’s programme and values before you invest time in a full application.
- Shortlisting – Families will be shortlisted from expressions of interest and invited to proceed to complete a formal application.
- Formal Application – Shortlisted families provide detailed supporting information. Incomplete applications will not be considered.
- Interview (If required) – The Principal may meet with families to discuss expectations and clarify information.
- Board Decision – The Board of Trustees makes all final scholarship decisions. Families will be notified in writing.
Scholarship Conditions
Scholarships are awarded as a fixed contribution towards tuition fees and do not cover the full cost. Recipients are responsible for all remaining fees.
- Duration: Up to 2 years
- Renewal: Reapply 3 months prior
- Review Notice: One term’s written notice
Scholarships are subject to annual review. Recipients are expected to maintain regular attendance, uphold Matahui School values, ensure timely payment of remaining fees, and inform the school of any significant changes in financial circumstances. The Board may withdraw a scholarship with one term’s written notice where conditions are not being met.
Scholarships are subject to available funding and annual Board approval. All awards will be made in a way that protects the long-term sustainability of Matahui School.
Apply Now
Submit an expression of interest or get in touch with us directly. We’d love to hear from you!
All scholarship applications are treated as strictly confidential in accordance with the Privacy Act 2020.
Questions? office@matahui.school.nz · 07 552 0655