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Wesley College Closes Hostels Amid Safety Concerns

10/21/2025

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Wesley College will close its boarding hostels at the end of the term to address safety concerns and hostel culture.
Trust Board chair Jan Tasker says student wellbeing is the highest priority and that changes are needed after allegations of violence.
The school will conduct a comprehensive review of hostel operations during the closure.
The Ministry of Education is assessing Education Review Office findings on compliance and safety standards.

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Story summary

Wesley College will close its boarding hostels at the end of the term to address safety concerns and hostel culture.
Trust Board chair Jan Tasker says student wellbeing is the highest priority and that changes are needed after allegations of violence.
The school will conduct a comprehensive review of hostel operations during the closure.
The Ministry of Education is assessing Education Review Office findings on compliance and safety standards.