| Tonga College 'Atele |
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"Mate ma'a Tonga" |
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The prestigious Tonga College campus is located approximately 5 miles from the capital, Nuku'alofa, in the central
region of Tongatapu at 'Atele. The college was founded in 1882 as the first "government college" in the nation formally
known as "Kolisi Pule'anga" and was originally located at what is now our brother/sister school known as "Tonga High
School." The college has been one of the elite boarding schools for boys for over a hundred years, where its students
have exceled in academics and sports.
Coat of Arms
The "coat of arms" presented in this website is an augmented version of the official coat of arms of Tonga College.
Mascot and School Colours
The official mascot is the "Lion" with "red" and "white" as the school colours.
Enrolment
Day students: All students are "day students"
Boarding Students: No longer accepting boarding students
Total enrollment: 950+
Other Information
Teachers
42 (99 percent with doctoral or appropriate advanced degree).
Student/Teacher Ratio
24:1
Programs
High School Certificate.
University Entrance Programs.
6th and 7th form programs.
Special Program
Cadet Officers Training programs.
Campus Technology
Industrial arts centre and fully equipped computer labs including science facilities.
Facilities
38 buildings, athletic fields, tennis courts, on a 353-acre campus at 'Atele.
Library
More than 4000 volumes, 2,000 periodicals, and an audiovisual collection.
Athletic Affiliation
Tongatapu Collegiate Division I.
Mission Statement
Tonga College enables its students to acquire knowledge, think critically, adapt to any situation, and lead effectively
so that not only they may enjoy fulfilling lives and successful careers but become model citizens in their own
communities. Through its curricula and extra-curricula activities, the College challenges its students mentally and
physically, which serves to develop each student to his full potential.
This mission is fulfilled by:
* Providing a rich and varied curriculum that will allow students to develop their unique interests and talents.
* Introducing students to the practical application of knowledge, through a variety of educational experiences and
college resources, that will enable them to make wise and effective choices in their future lives.
* Developing leadership, loyalty, justice, social skills and compassion.
* Motivating students of varying abilities and backgrounds to become united under our statement of allegiance to
family, honour, and country known throughout the kingdom as "MATE MA'A TONGA" which translates as "to die
for Tonga"
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