Explore Laidlaw College’s campuses and discover the learning environment where you’ll study, connect, and grow. Learn about our campus locations, facilities, student services, and the unique communities that support your academic and personal journey. Whether you’re studying in Auckland, Christchurch, or online, you’ll find the information you need to choose the campus and study experience that’s right for you.
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Discover Laidlaw College’s Auckland and Christchurch campuses, plus flexible online study options across New Zealand. Explore facilities, campus life and visiting opportunities.
It’s the breadth of study, of knowledge, the way the staff require you to think. They don’t spoon feed you. They want you to think critically, thoughtfully, prayerfully. You’re given options and required to construct a frame for yourself.”
Kyla Scrimgeour | Theology Graduate
Laidlaw College has campuses in Auckland and Christchurch, along with flexible online study options available throughout New Zealand. Each learning environment is intentionally designed to foster academic excellence, meaningful relationships, and personal formation. Whether you choose to study on campus or online, you’ll be part of a supportive learning community that encourages growth in knowledge, faith, and practice.
Whether you’re studying Theology, Counselling, Education, or another programme, you’ll find welcoming spaces, supportive communities, and opportunities to engage deeply in learning and formation. Explore Laidlaw College campuses across Auckland and Christchurch, as well as flexible online study options available throughout New Zealand. Discover what each location offers, and learn how to visit, connect with our community, or begin your studies with us.
If you’re considering studying at Laidlaw College, visiting one of our campuses is a great way to experience the learning environment, meet staff and students, and explore your study options.
Thinking about studying at Laidlaw?
Join us as a Student for a Day. You’ll receive a guided campus tour, sit in on a class, and gain a genuine sense of student life at Laidlaw College.
You’re welcome to attend on your own or bring friends and family members.
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A campus tour is a great way to explore our facilities and ask questions about student life.
A member of the Laidlaw team will guide you through classrooms and shared spaces, explain how campus life works, and help you consider your next steps in higher education.
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Thinking about studying at Laidlaw?
Our Open Nights are designed to answer your questions about studying at Laidlaw. There is an introduction about Laidlaw, an overview from the different faculty staff and breakout sessions where more specific questions can be answered. It is an opportunity to meet some of the staff either on one of our physical campuses or online via Zoom
You’re welcome to attend on your own or bring friends and family members.
Register for our next Open Night
Laidlaw College does not provide on-campus accommodation at either the Auckland or Christchurch campus. Useful accommodation websites include:
For students attending the Henderson campus, it is often helpful to search for accommodation close to Auckland’s Western train line, which services Henderson station.
At the Christchurch campus, staff are available to assist international students with accommodation guidance and support.
Answers drawn from our Auckland, Christchurch, and distance learning pages, covering where you can study, campus life, online study, visits, and accommodation.
You can study at our Auckland campus in Henderson, our Christchurch campus in Papanui, or online from anywhere in New Zealand. Distance learning is available for Theology programmes, and some Counselling courses.
Our Auckland campus is located in Henderson, West Auckland, close to the Waitākere Ranges and the west coast beaches. As Laidlaw College’s largest campus, it provides purpose-built facilities, custom-designed learning studios, well-equipped teaching spaces, and an extensive library. Around 500 students study there each year. It is about a 20-minute drive from Auckland’s city centre and sits beside Henderson train station, major bus routes, and WestCity Mall.
Our Christchurch campus is in Papanui, in the north-west of the city. Smaller class sizes and a close-knit community mean a highly relational study experience. With around 150 students and staff, the campus includes a well-resourced library, lounge and kitchen facilities, outdoor spaces, and teaching rooms designed for discussion and collaboration.
Yes. Online learning is available from anywhere in New Zealand for Theology programmes, and some Counselling courses. Classes are structured and supported, with guided learning and discussion, while you keep flexibility around location. It suits students who live outside Auckland or Christchurch, are balancing study with work, family or ministry, or want to stay in their local community. Online students are part of the Laidlaw learning community and have access to academic support and library resources.
Laidlaw College does not provide on-campus accommodation at either the Auckland or Christchurch campus. Useful places to look include Trade Me and CANZ (Christian Accommodation NZ). For the Henderson campus, it is often helpful to search close to Auckland’s Western train line, which services Henderson station. At the Christchurch campus, staff can assist international students with accommodation guidance.
Yes. You can apply to be a Student for a Day, book a campus tour, or register for an Open Night. A campus tour is a guided look through classrooms, the library, and student spaces. Open Nights include an introduction to Laidlaw, an overview from faculty, and breakout sessions for more specific questions. You can attend on your own or bring friends and family, on campus or online via Zoom.
