The school was founded in 1955 and named for World War II hero and former Governor General, Bernard Freyberg.

In addition, the school's mascot is the salamander, which was Freyberg's nom de guerre during the First World War.

Additional classroom facilities have been built over the years to aid in the growing student numbers.

Instead, he confirmed the school would work with the local iwi (tribe) Ngāti Ruanui Tumu Whakaae, the Ministry of Education, board of trustees, its Māori department and students to develop restorative processes to address the incident.

[7][8][9] Freyberg High School is renowned for its musical groups, with many reaching regional and national finals in choral and orchestral competitions.

Choral group Bella and the Fellas has won regional awards at the Manawatū-Whanganui Big Sing every year since 2017.

Students are taught beneficial skills such as time management, planning goals, career paths and study advice.

Each house has a name relevant to the region and has reference to Te Rauparaha; the names are as follows: Freyberg High School offers a range of facilities for its students.Freyberg High School Notable staff, past and present include: