Public Holiday: ANZAC day (observed)
2026-04-27

Tertiary Series, Canterbury University
2026-04-29 13:30 - 14:10 (Pacific/Auckland) | BDSC Conference Centre, 575 Chapel Road, East Tamaki, Auckland, 2016, New Zealand
Can’t decide where to go after secondary school? During the next couple of months, several tertiary providers will be coming in for the opportunity for you to gain an insight of what they provide. These sessions are aimed at Year 12 and Year 13 students and start at 1.30 pm. Bring your lunch along to the Conference Centre.

Mufti-day for Senior Ball
2026-04-30 | BDSC, 575 Chapel Road, East Tamaki, Auckland, 2016, New Zealand
Mufti-day in support of our Senior Ball.
Please ensure students bring a $2 Gold Coin(s) for this, and the coins will be collected Period 2.
The College mufti dress code applies. That is:

Clothing, although casual, must be appropriate for a college environment;
No slogans referring to smoking, alcohol and drugs, any sexual or inappropriate connotations;
The mid-section of the body is to be covered and any student wearing a skirt or shorts deemed inappropriate will be required to wear one provided by the College (all skirts and shorts should be at least mid-thigh in length i.e. no midi/mini-skirts or short shorts);
Footwear is to be smart/ casual. School shoes will be issued to students who wear inappropriate footwear. Suitable footwear, i.e. enclosed shoes, must be worn for practical classes (Health & PE, Science and Technology).
The normal standards of hair colour apply so please do not colour your hair for the day;
Do not bring any props or costumes, as they may be inappropriate or be a distraction to learning in the classroom.

Senior College Ball
2026-05-08 19:00 - 23:30 UTC | Ellerslie Event Centre, 80 Ascot Ave, Auckland, Remuera, 1051, New Zealand
Friday 8 May, 7pm – 11.30pm

ALL DETAILS TO BE CONFIRMED

The Ellerslie Event Centre

No entry permitted after 7:45 pm.

Our Student Ball Committee is thrilled about this year’s Ball, scheduled at the Ellerslie Event Centre.
Eligibility to attend the Ball
Attending the Ball is a privilege extended to all our Year 12 and 13 students. However, we expect students to consistently demonstrate BDSC’s Our Way values of Respect, Excellence, Integrity, and Care for others. Behaviors inconsistent with these values, such as truancy, persistent lateness, and poor conduct, will not meet our standards.
Students with outstanding charges from previous years (e.g., lost textbooks, certain trips, or unreturned sports equipment) need to clear the total due before purchasing tickets.
Inviting Partners from outside our school community
Year 12 and 13 students wishing to bring a partner from outside BDSC may apply to do so. Download the Outside Partner Ball Invitation form from Botany 365 at the following link:
Senior Ball
Outside Partner forms must be completed by Friday 28 February, and returned to Mrs Clark at Level 2 Reception before tickets go on sale. All applications will be vetted, and approval will be granted after contacting parents. Students can collect their signed forms from Mrs Clark.
Note: If the partner is a former BDSC student, entry may be refused for outstanding fees or failure to demonstrate our school values. Partners must be Year 12 or above.
Ticket Sales
Tickets will be available at the Finance Centre from Friday 14 March and close on Friday 28 March. Tickets cost $135 each.
Lay-by facilities are available with a minimum deposit of $35 to secure a ticket, with full payment required by Friday 28 March. Students must present a signed Code of Conduct (downloaded from our Student Hub – see link above) form to purchase a ticket. Tickets will be issued on Thursday 10 April, after our Ball assembly.
Venue Safety
The Senior Leadership team, teachers, and onsite security will attend. Students are not allowed to leave the building before the conclusion of the Ball.
College rules apply during the evening, including for outside partners. Security will check bags, pockets, and jackets for contraband (the venue management prohibits chewing gum, lip gloss, and mints). Non-compliance with the BDSC Code of Conduct may result in the Principal asking the student and partner to leave without a refund, with further disciplinary action as required.
Students cannot have any alcohol before the night. If alcohol is detected, parents will be called to collect their child, and a breathalyser will be used at entry.
No pre- or post-ball functions are authorized by the College. Parents should be aware of their child’s transport arrangements to and from the Ball. Please ensure a safe departure by midnight, as college staff also need to make their way home to whānau.
Contact a member of the Senior Leadership team with any queries.

Mental Health Awareness Week
2026-05-11 - 2026-05-15 | BDSC, 575 Chapel Road, East Tamaki, Auckland, 2016, New Zealand

Tertiary Series, University of Otago
2026-05-13 13:30 - 14:10 (Pacific/Auckland) | BDSC Conference Centre, 575 Chapel Road, East Tamaki, Auckland, 2016, New Zealand

Tertiary Series, AUT
2026-05-20 13:30 - 14:10 (Pacific/Auckland) | BDSC Performing Arts Centre, 575 Chapel Rd, East Tamaki, Auckland, 2016, New Zealand
Can’t decide where to go after secondary school? During the next couple of months, several tertiary providers will be coming in for the opportunity for you to gain an insight of what they provide. These sessions are aimed at Year 12 and Year 13 students and start at 1.30 pm. Bring your lunch along to the PAC.

Cultural Week
2026-05-25 - 2026-05-29 | BDSC, 575 Chapel Road, East Tamaki, Auckland, 2016, New Zealand
To be confirmed… Cultural activities and performances scheduled:

MON
TUE
WED
THU
FRI, Mufti-day

INTERVAL
• Music
• Music
• African dance group
• Flax Weaving – interval
Henna – interval (under the bridge)
• Music
• Indian Group
• Music
• Chinese & Asian Chopsticks Relays (under the bridge)
• Music
• Cultural Fashion Show (under the bridge)

LUNCH
• 1:45 pm First XV Haka
• 1:50 pm Lion Dance Group
• Tongan Tau’olunga (Sanchia)
• KPOP
• Flax Weaving & Henna (under the bridge)
• Business Market Day
• Tongan & Samoan Dance Miracle/Ekklesia/Waverly
• SDNZ
• Food Festival (no sit-down lunch)

Mufti-day for Cultural Week
2026-05-27 | BDSC, 575 Chapel Road, East Tamaki, Auckland, 2016, New Zealand
Mufti Day in support of Cultural Week.
Please ensure students bring a $2 Gold Coin(s) for this, and the coins will be collected Period 2.
The College mufti dress code applies. That is:

Clothing, although casual, must be appropriate for a college environment;
No slogans referring to smoking, alcohol and drugs, any sexual or inappropriate connotations;
The mid-section of the body is to be covered and any student wearing a skirt or shorts deemed inappropriate will be required to wear one provided by the College (all skirts and shorts should be at least mid-thigh in length i.e. no midi/mini-skirts or short shorts);
Footwear is to be smart/ casual. School shoes will be issued to students who wear inappropriate footwear. Suitable footwear, i.e. enclosed shoes, must be worn for practical classes (Health & PE, Science and Technology).
The normal standards of hair colour apply so please do not colour your hair for the day;
Do not bring any props or costumes, as they may be inappropriate or be a distraction to learning in the classroom.

Tertiary Series, UNITEC
2026-05-27 13:30 - 14:10 (Pacific/Auckland) | BDSC Conference Centre, 575 Chapel Road, East Tamaki, Auckland, 2016, New Zealand

Public Holiday: King's Birthday
2026-06-01

Science Week
2026-06-02 - 2026-06-05

Whānau Performance
2026-06-05 | BDSC Gym, 575 Chapel Road, East Tamaki, Auckland, 2016, New Zealand

Languages Week
2026-06-08 - 2026-06-12 | BDSC, 575 Chapel Road, East Tamaki, Auckland, 2016, New Zealand

English Week
2026-06-15 - 2026-06-19

Arts Week
2026-06-22 - 2026-06-26 | BDSC, 575 Chapel Road, East Tamaki, Auckland, 2016, New Zealand
The exciting line up we have for Arts Week is still to be confirmed…
Get out there and experience what the Arts is all about!

Term 2 Finishing Date
2026-07-03 | BDSC, 575 Chapel Road, East Tamaki, Auckland, 2016, New Zealand
For more information, refer to our Term Dates.
