The roll is 1393, and the economic situation  has affected the building programme.

7th form common room is completed.

In the latter half of the year, the PTA undertook a project to provide a new Canteen.

5th form Pre-vocational work experience continues.

5th form Woodwork group does a 5-day in-depth study of modern woodworking practices in Rotorua.

A whole school work day raised $4,800.

Spotswood is to become a pilot school for a wider guidance network.

Academic changes include 5th form Art being internally assessed, and 6th form certificate gains much wider recognition.

Tramping Club, Duke of Edinburgh award, I.S.C.F, Interact groups all continue. 2 Girl's obtain DOE Gold awards.

Outdoor Pursuits courses and Spirit of Adventure sailing courses experienced by students.

The major production was the play "The Chicken Run". The first night was on 31st July to conclude July's Festival of Plays.

Music- Brass Band, Madrigal Singers and Orchestra all active.

The annual South Island trip in the August holidays involved 40 students and staff.

Sports teams- 3 Cricket, 2 Hockey, 7 Indoor Basketball, 4 Netball, 5 Rugby, 1 Soccer, 2 Volleyball.