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At Salmond College, your wellbeing is our top priority.
The transition to tertiary study brings its challenges, which is why we have nine live-in Kaiāwhina Whare (Residential Leaders) as a key part of our pastoral support team. Along with Head of College Nick, and Deputies Rachael and Kate, the Kaiāwhina bring their experience to the team as senior students. Kaiāwhina are like big brothers and sisters in the college, bringing down-to-earth care to residents, along with a healthy dose of fun.
The pastoral staff work closely with the support networks at both the University and the Polytechnic to provide both academic and pastoral care for residents.
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The Pastoral Team at Salmond
Nick joined Salmond College in December 2019. Prior to his appointment at Salmond, Nick was Head of Cumberland College from 2013-2019. A former secondary school teacher, school guidance counsellor and youth worker, Nick is a University of Otago graduate and has worked with young people throughout his career. Nick lives in the Head's residence with his wife, Rachel and their son, Harry. Nick and Rachel's other children, Kezia and Heidi and George, also live in Dunedin.
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Nick Bates Head of College
Frequently asked questions
Our staff and kaiāwhina are approachable and involved in college life, and students tell us the people here feel like whānau.
We're at 19 Knox Street, Dunedin, about a 15-minute walk from the University of Otago campus. For early starts or late nights in the library, our free shuttle has you covered.
When we ask students what the best part of Salmond is, the answer is the people, over and over. We're a size that's not too big and not too small, so it's easy to connect while still having your own space. You'll become part of our whānau the moment you step inside.
Your bedroom has a bed, desk, wifi, heating and furniture for study and living. Bathroom facilities are shared. Around the college there's a library, tutorial and music rooms, a chapel, a gym, a tennis court, outdoor space for volleyball and cricket, and common areas with pool and table tennis. Meals are served in our central dining hall.
Yes you can, we'd love to show you around. Email admin@salmondcollege.ac.nz or call +64 3 473 0750 to arrange a visit.
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Come and see The 'Mond for yourself
You don't know until you come and have a look…