Launched in 2013, the CSR programme has so far refurbished, rebuilt, or built 97 schools, benefiting approximately 52,000 students. The remaining schools are expected to be completed by 2027.
Progress to date
As of December 2024, the CSR programme has achieved:
- 97 schools completed
- 12 schools under construction
- 1 school in the tender process
- 4 schools in planning and design
- 1 school yet to enter the programme* The service delivery for Ko Taku Reo is still under consideration, and its timeline is yet to be confirmed.
Status of each school in the rebuild programme as at December 24Building back better
Once completed, greater Christchurch will have one of the most enhanced school networks in New Zealand — designed to meet the changing needs of teaching and learning well into the future. We are incorporating standards that exceed the New Zealand Building Code in key areas. We also ensure cost-effective, repeatable designs that meet strict structural and geotechnical requirements.
Designing Schools in Aotearoa New Zealand standards - Ministry of Education
Future ready schools
The focus of the education renewal programme is designed to support better outcomes for all learners by incorporating the best of both new and existing education approaches. While the new and refurbished buildings provide improved learning environments, the programme's broader aim is to enhance educational experiences and shape brighter futures for students. The Grow Waitaha initiative, established after the earthquakes, further supports schools and kura in this transformation.
Shaping Education - education renewal programme website
Use of former sites
During the programme some sites have become vacant. These will either be retained for future educational use or sold (put into disposal). The following table shows current site use. All properties in disposal go through a series of steps under the Public Works Act 1981.
