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Welcome to 
Waikouaiti School

Tipu Kotahi ~ Growing Together

 

 

Personal Excellence  
Care and Respect  
Resilience 
Nurturing Relationships
Matatautaka
Manaakitākata
Aumakeataka
Whakawhanautaka 

Principal's Welcome Message

Kia ora koutou,

Haere mai, welcome to Waikouaiti School, where our vision is growing together. Nestled in the beautiful coastal town of Waikouaiti, we are proud to provide a nurturing and inspiring environment where every child is encouraged to reach their full potential.

At Waikouaiti School, we value care, respect and kindness. Our dedicated team of teachers and support staff work together to create a safe and engaging learning space that fosters creativity, critical thinking, and a love for lifelong learning. We believe in strong connections with whānau and the wider community, ensuring that every student feels supported on their educational journey.

We are proud of our commitment to Te Tiriti o Waitangi, and our partnership with Puketeraki Marae that helps in preparing our tamariki to be confident, capable, and compassionate individuals. Whether you are a new family considering joining our school or a long-standing member of our community, we welcome you to explore what makes Waikouaiti School so special.

Please feel free to visit, get involved, and be part of our vibrant school whānau.

 

Stuart Cooke

Principal Waikouaiti School

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What's happening at Waikouaiti School?

Upcoming Events in July

Mon 21

FOTS meeting 3.20pm Staffroom

21 Jul 2025

Thu 24

Rugby League coaching Rimu

24 Jul 2025

Fri 25

FOTS Night at the Races

25 Jul 2025

Tue 29

BOT meeting 6pm Staffroom

29 Jul 2025

Latest Notices

Night at the Races – You're Invited!  Hosted by Friends of the School (FOTS)
17 Jul 2025

Kia ora,

We’re excited to announce that the Night at the Races is all set and ready to go! Join us for a fun-filled evening on Friday, 25 July 2025 at the East Otago Event Centre. There will be raffles, auctions, and a fantastic social atmosphere, it’s a night not to miss!

Tickets are now on sale!
 Click the link below to purchase yours and secure your spot.


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Can you help out on the night?
We’d love some extra hands to help make this event a success. If you can lend a hand, we’ll provide you with a free ticket for the evening.

We're looking for:

4–5 people to operate the tote


3–4 people to help serve food


2 people to help on the bar


2 people to act as sober drivers


If you're keen to help, come along to our meeting on Monday 21 July, or email us at office@waikouaiti.school.nz.

 

SCHOOL BOARD ELECTIONS
17 Jul 2025

SCHOOL BOARD ELECTIONS  are now under way and nominations for 5 parent representatives to the school board has commenced.

On Tuesday a nomination form and eligibility information was sent to all parents/caregivers on the School Parent Electoral Roll. If you did not receive an email and would like a nomination form please email  office@waikouaiti.school.nz or call into the school office and collect a nomination form.

Nominations close on Wednesday 6th August at 12 noon. Be sure to have your nominations in before 12pm.

If more than 5 nominations are received, voting will follow. All voting papers will be posted by the 13th August.

Jill Brocket

Returning Officer

Open Evening Tonight
26 Jun 2025

Kia ora,

We warmly invite you to our School Open Evening and Book Fair tonight, any time between 4:30 and 6:00 PM.

This is a great opportunity to explore your child’s learning, collect senior students mid year reports and also share your thoughts about the future direction of our school. We want to hear what you value and believe, your voice helps shape our school’s next steps.

There will be a simple sticker system for you to share your ideas, along with space to leave comments if you’d like to say more.

Our current school values 

Care and Respect   - Manaakitaka

Resilience  - Aumakeataka

Nurturing Relationships  - Whakawhanaukataka

Personal Excellence  - Matatautaka

 

We look forward to seeing you there!

Ngā mihi nui,

Supporters and Sponsors

Parents, please support our local businesses

The Outpost Cafe East Otago Farming Services Ltd Park Bros Ltd Fallow Ridge Retreat Sandra Clark - One Agency One Stop Panel & Paint Shop Ltd Rachel Brooking - Labour MP
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