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Enrolments are Now Open

We warmly welcome enrolment enquiries from both in-zone and out-of-zone families who are considering Te Akatārere Woodlands School for their child.

In-zone students are entitled to enrol at our kura.

Out-of-zone enrolments are currently being accepted. If demand exceeds the number of places available, the school will follow the Ministry of Education's out-of-zone enrolment process, including a ballot if required.

We encourage prospective whānau to get in touch to discuss enrolment, arrange a visit to our school, and learn more about what Te Akatārere Woodlands School has to offer.

To enrol or find out more, please contact our school office:

Phone: (07) 315 7633

Te Akatārere Woodlands School is a semi-rural full primary school located near Ōpōtiki, providing education for students in Years 1–8.

Our vision supports and values students as lifelong learners, empowering them to become confident, connected and capable members of their communities.

Surrounded by native trees, birdsong and wide-open spaces, our school offers abundant opportunities for exploration, creativity, play and discovery. The natural environment is an extension of our classrooms and provides a unique setting for learning and growth.

	Academic achievement above the national norm.
	An individualised new entrant transition programme. We will work with parents/whānau to develop a transition programme that suits individual needs.
	We are a Positive Behaviour 4 Learning (PB4L) school. This means we teach students social skills and our expectations around behaviour are clear and consistent.
	Restorative Practice is the approach we use to deal with conflict, such as teasing or fights between peers so students are held accountable for their actions and learn from their mistakes.
	A KiVA Anti – Bullying School, which means students have weekly lessons on how to be nice to others, prevent bullying, be an upstander and what to do when bullying occurs.
	The school’s beautiful safe physical environment supports creative play at morning tea and lunch times.
	A specialist Special Education Needs Co-ordinator (SENCO).
	Our new entrant classes are a combination of a play based approach and a more traditional approach.
	A bicultural environment within the school.
	We are well resourced with sports and outdoor education equipment.

What's happening at Woodlands School?

Upcoming Events in July

Mon 20

Term 3 Starts

20 Jul 2026

Latest Notices

Senior Kapa Haka Noho

4 Jul 2026

Senior Kapa Haka Noho

To enable our staff to attend essential first aid training, we will not be running the noho at Terere Marae on 17th-18th July.

Our next Kapa Haka Noho will be held at Tōrere Marae on Saturday 1st - Sunday 2nd August giving whānau plenty of time to plan ahead.

It is important that all kaihaka attend this noho. We will be learning, practising, and refining our performance together, and every kaihaka has an important role to play in our rōpū.

More information about drop off and pick up times will be sent home in Term 3.

We wish all our kapa haka whānau a safe, happy, and restful term break. We look forward to seeing everyone back in Term 3, ready for an exciting season ahead.

Ngā manaakitanga,
Te Akatārere Woodlands School

Holiday Program

1 Jul 2026

Scabies Information for Whānau

30 Jun 2026

Scabies Information for Whānau

We have been advised by our School Health Nurse that there has been an increase in cases of scabies in our local community. Attached is an information sheet with advice on recognising, treating, and preventing the spread of scabies.

Scabies is usually treated with a permethrin cream, which is available from your local pharmacy without a prescription. To successfully get rid of scabies and prevent it from coming back, it is important that everyone in the household is treated at the same time, and that bedding, clothing, and towels are washed as outlined in the attached information.

Please take a few moments to read the attached information and contact your healthcare provider if you have any concerns.

Scabies-Information-for-Whnau.pdf

No Netball Wednesday 1/7/26

30 Jun 2026

Morena

There is no netball tomorrow due to the Tai Mitchell Tournament being held in Opotiki and based at Memorial Park this week.

If you get a chance go down and see our tamariki represent our area.

Have a GREAT holidays

Rina

IMPORTANT Senior Kapa Haka Pānui

26 Jun 2026

Kia ora e te whānau,