
Today marked a significant and emotional milestone for our 2024 Year 13 cohort as they celebrated their final formal day before heading off on study leave. The day was filled with memorable events that highlighted both their contributions to the Marsden community and the deep connections they’ve built here over the years.
The morning began with a Communion service, setting a reflective and meaningful tone for the day. This was followed by a breakfast where Year 13 students and staff shared memories and laughs, and looked back on the journey these students have taken through their years at Marsden.
Period 1 saw the much-anticipated Handover Assembly, where the 2024 leadership team officially passed the reins to our new 2025 Head Students' Committee. It was a powerful moment, as current student leaders handed over their roles with bouquets of flowers (and in keeping with tradition, the handing over of House Captain costumes). We extend a huge congratulations to Tiantian Ren, our 2025 Head Girl, and Arabella Allwood, our 2025 Deputy Head Girl. Their peers and teachers cheered them on, celebrating this step in their leadership journey.
At lunchtime, Year 13 students enjoyed a celebratory BBQ with their tutors, where they shared stories, memories, and goodbyes. As the day wound down, Year 12 students gave a final farewell to Year 13, reinforcing the strong bonds within our school community.
Marsden is more than just a school; it’s a community and a whānau. As Mrs Wells beautifully reminded our Year 13 students in her farewell speech, “This isn’t your last time here—Marsden will always be your place, and you will always be welcome.” This day marked the end of one chapter, but as always, Marsden will remain a home and a source of support for these young women as they go on to new adventures.
To our 2024 Year 13 students, we wish you all the best for your future endeavors. You have each left an indelible mark, and we are excited to see where your paths will lead.
Congratulations once again to the 2025 Head Students' Committee. We look forward to seeing what you will bring to your roles next year.
2025 Head Students' Committee
Head Girl |
Tiantian Ren |
Deputy Head Girl | Arabella Allwood |
Head of Service | Jessica Cheals |
Sports Captain | Asha Todd |
Head of Primary | Millie Hiku |
Head of School Council | Lopa Mistry |
Head of Performing Arts | Issy Boyer |
Head of Wellbeing | Helen Johnston |
Head of Activities/Events | Ashreya Ranchord |
School Sacristan | Vanessa Ardern |
Head of School Council | Lopa Mistry |
Head of Māori/Pasifika | Ilo Lui Fa’i |
House Captain of Baber |
Scout Douglas |
House Captain of Hadfield-Beere |
Neala Hunter |
House Captain of Jellicoe |
Paloma Sen |
House Captain of Johnson |
Lulu Everett |
House Captain of Richmond |
CC Jackson |
House Captain of Swainson-Riddiford |
Emily Liu |
See the full list of 2025 leadership positions here.

2025 Head Students' Committee

2024 Departing Year 13 Class