Ao Tawhiti Unlimited Discovery vs St Michael's Church School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Canterbury, New Zealand, 266 m apart, using official New Zealand 2026 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Ao Tawhiti Unlimited Discovery
Christchurch ยท State composite ยท Years 1โ13
654 students
St Michael's Church School
Christchurch Central ยท Private full primary ยท Years 1โ8
129 students
| Measure | Ao Tawhiti Unlimited Discovery Christchurch, Canterbury | St Michael's Church School Christchurch Central, Canterbury |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (NZ) | 54 Top 50% | โ Not rated |
| Region rank | #33 of 57 | โ |
| National rank | #205 of 486 | โ |
| Sector | State | Private |
| Type | Composite | Full Primary |
| Year range | Years 1โ13 | Years 1โ8 |
| Students | 654 | 129 |
| Equity Index (EQI) | 442 | โ |
| Total roll | 654 | 129 |
| Roll growth (5 yrs) | 10.2% | 42.7% |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 2+ | 67.6% | โ |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 3+ | โ | โ |
| Leavers with University Entrance | 44.1% | โ |
| Mฤori students | 14.8% | 6.2% |
| Pacific students | 2.6% | 0% |
| International students | 0% | 0% |
| suburb or town | Christchurch | Christchurch Central |
| region | Canterbury | Canterbury |
| Website | aotawhiti.school.nz/ | www.saintmichaels.school.nz |
The verdict
- โขAo Tawhiti Unlimited Discovery does better on roll size (654 vs 129).
- โขSt Michael's Church School does better on roll growth (5 years) (42.7% vs 10.2%).
- โขAo Tawhiti Unlimited Discovery is the larger school with 654 students compared with 129.
- โขAo Tawhiti Unlimited Discovery is a state school while St Michael's Church School is a private school, so fees and admission rules differ.
The Success Index (NZ) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Ao Tawhiti Unlimited Discovery better than St Michael's Church School?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (NZ). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Ao Tawhiti Unlimited Discovery and St Michael's Church School?
About 266 m in a straight line, between Christchurch and Christchurch Central in Canterbury.
How do Ao Tawhiti Unlimited Discovery and St Michael's Church School rank in Canterbury?
Ao Tawhiti Unlimited Discovery is 33rd of 57 and St Michael's Church School is unranked among composite schools in Canterbury on the 2026 Success Index (NZ).