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The Cyclopedia of New Zealand [Nelson, Marlborough & Westland Provincial Districts]

Roman Catholic Schools

Roman Catholic Schools.

The Convent in connection with the Roman Catholic Church in Blenheim was erected at a cost of £1500. It is a handsome two-storied building, and has a well-equipped high school for girls, and also a detached music room. The convent stands on a section of two acres of land adjoining the church. It is a branch of the Convent House in Wellington, which is the mother-house of the district. During the vacations, the Sisters of Mercy return to Wellington, whence the staff is supplied. The boys' and girls' school is taught by the Sisters of Mercy, and examined by the Marlborough Education Board's Inspector, who reports that the teaching is equal to the best in the district. The old convent is now used as the private residence of the caretaker of the property.

The Catholic Day School for both boys and girls, is largely attended, the teachers are popular, and the instruction is good. Some of the children come a distance of over twenty miles.

St. Patrick's Hall was erected in the year 1903 at a cost of £500. It is a large wooden building, and is fitted up with a stage, supper rooms and other conveniences. It has accommodation for nearly 500 persons, is one of the most popular halls in Blenheim, and is largely used for all kinds of public entertainments.