About South Pacific Bible College
Darfield High School is a secondary school with around 840 students, 100 staff, and more than 1,000 connected whānau. The school's stated vision centres on students enjoying their time at school and developing the capabilities, knowledge, and values needed for healthy and fulfilling lives.
The school's values are drawn from Māori concepts, which the school describes as a better fit than equivalent single English words. The four values are:
- Manaakitanga — defined by the school as "respect and care for others"
- Kotahitanga — defined as "unite our community"
- Kaitiakitanga — defined as "look after our future"
- Rangatiratanga — defined as "become your best you"
Studying at South Pacific Bible College
All lectures and assignments at South Pacific Bible College (SPBC) are conducted in the English language. Students are enrolled in courses at either Level 5 or Level 6 of the New Zealand qualifications framework.
Estimated living costs for a single student for one year are approximately NZ$20,000. Each student is responsible for arranging their own financial support. A fund exists to provide temporary assistance in emergencies.
Students are classified as either domestic or international. Domestic students include New Zealand citizens — among them those from Tokelau, the Cook Islands, and Niue — and holders of a residence class visa, which normally includes Australian citizens and permanent residents. International students are those who do not meet the domestic definition.
International students must hold the correct visa for their intended course of study before SPBC can enrol them, as required under section 40(1) of the Immigration Act 1987. International students must also provide evidence of English language proficiency, as specified by NZQA, and are required by law to hold appropriate insurance while studying in New Zealand. Details on fees, visas, accommodation, and student life support are outlined in the SPBC Prospectus and on the college's website.
Programmes and Qualifications
South Pacific Bible College offers two named qualifications:
- Certificate in Chaplaincy — NZQA Level 5
- Diploma in Christian Studies — NZQA Level 5
Subject area: Theological
The Ministry of Education groups South Pacific Bible College under Theological — the broad field of education and training it's classified under in the official tertiary directory.
TheologicalAddress
Where South Pacific Bible College is based, taken directly from the Ministry of Education's own address record for this provider.
- Street201 Otumoetai Road
- SuburbOtumoetai
- CityTauranga
- Postcode3145
- Territorial authorityTauranga City
- RegionBay of Plenty Region
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Contact South Pacific Bible College
Find the published contact details for South Pacific Bible College, including its phone number, website and other available contact information.
- Phone+64 7 576 9091
- Emailspbc@spbc.org.nz
- Fax07-5769091
- Websitewww.spbc.org.nz
Contact details combine official Ministry of Education records with information published on South Pacific Bible College's own website, reviewed by the KuraData team on 16 September 2026.
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Campus & Location
South Pacific Bible College (SPBC) has a single campus at 201 Otumoetai Road, Tauranga, on the north-east coast of New Zealand's North Island. The campus is within walking distance of shops and public transport, and approximately five minutes by car from the Tauranga town centre. The Otumoetai Church of Christ is also located five minutes from the campus.
Student Support Services
Darfield High School provides the following pastoral and wellbeing support services to students:
- School Counsellor (Andrea) — A trained Guidance Counsellor available Monday to Friday, based in D Block (Student Services Block). She operates under the NZAC Code of Ethics and maintains confidentiality except where there is serious and imminent risk to safety. Students can self-refer by request, email, or in person; parents and staff may also make referrals.
- School Navigator | Kaitakawaenga — Based in the Guidance Department (Block D), this role supports whānau, students, and staff. A specific focus is attendance support for students whose attendance sits between 70% and 80%, working alongside deans and whānau to identify challenges and strengthen support. Referrals are voluntary and open to whānau, staff, and students.
- Lifewalk Chaplain (Brian Knopp) — A volunteer chaplain available every Thursday from 9:00am to 3:00pm. He provides individual support to students, offering a listening ear without judgement. Students can find him on school grounds during interval, or book via email or the referral form at the careers desk in Te Puna Tautoko / D Block.
- Te Tahi Youth Health Nurse — Available on-site every Thursday from 9:00am to 3:00pm. The service covers vaping cessation, physical ailments, family planning, minor infections, and mental health and general health assessment. It is free and available to rangatahi aged 10–25.
Curated by the KuraData team from South Pacific Bible College's own website, reviewed 16 September 2026.
Data source
- SourceTertiary Providers Directory — Ministry of Education
- Ministry data last checked6 September 2026
- AI-assisted content based onSouth Pacific Bible College's official website — reviewed by KuraData 16 September 2026