Two-yearly musical dramas are produced in conjunction with Southland Boys' High School.

The 2005 NZQA report commended the school and staff for the very good practices and consistently high standards.

[5] A new school gymnasium was officially opened in 2007 by Sport and Recreation Minister Trevor Mallard.

[6] Enwood House is the Southland Girls' High School hostel for boarders between years 7 and 13.

Enwood House provides 24 hour care for boarders with night staff on duty at all times.