Columba College vs London House Learning Centre
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Otago, New Zealand, 905 m apart, using official New Zealand 2026 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Columba College
Roslyn ยท State integrated composite ยท Years 1โ13
607 students
London House Learning Centre
Dunedin ยท State activity centre
| Measure | Columba College Roslyn, Otago | London House Learning Centre Dunedin, Otago |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (NZ) | 79 Top 25% | โ Not rated |
| Region rank | #3 of 28 | โ |
| National rank | #51 of 486 | โ |
| Sector | State integrated | State |
| Type | Composite | Activity Centre |
| Year range | Years 1โ13 | โ |
| Students | 607 | โ |
| Equity Index (EQI) | 391 | 569 |
| Total roll | 607 | โ |
| Roll growth (5 yrs) | -3.4% | โ |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 2+ | 98.3% | โ |
| Leavers with NCEA Level 3+ | โ | โ |
| Leavers with University Entrance | 91.4% | โ |
| Mฤori students | 8.2% | โ |
| Pacific students | 5.1% | โ |
| International students | 3.3% | โ |
| suburb or town | Roslyn | Dunedin |
| region | Otago | Otago |
| Website | www.columbacollege.school.nz | โ |
The verdict
- โขColumba College does better on equity index (fewer barriers is higher) (391 vs 569).
- โขColumba College is a state integrated school while London House Learning Centre is a state school, so fees and admission rules differ.
- โขColumba College is girls and London House Learning Centre is co-educational.
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 Columba College better than London House Learning Centre?
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 Columba College and London House Learning Centre?
About 905 m in a straight line, between Roslyn and Dunedin in Otago.
Which has the better Equity Index (EQI)?
Columba College: 391. London House Learning Centre: 569. Ministry of Education measure of socio-economic barriers faced by students; lower means fewer barriers.
How do Columba College and London House Learning Centre rank in Otago?
Columba College is 3rd of 28 and London House Learning Centre is unranked among composite schools in Otago on the 2026 Success Index (NZ).