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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.
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Academic achievement above the national norm. |
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An individualised new entrant transition programme. We will work with parents/whānau to develop a transition programme that suits individual needs. |
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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. |
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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. |
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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. |
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The school’s beautiful safe physical environment supports creative play at morning tea and lunch times. |
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A specialist Special Education Needs Co-ordinator (SENCO). |
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Our new entrant classes are a combination of a play based approach and a more traditional approach. |
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A bicultural environment within the school. |
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We are well resourced with sports and outdoor education equipment. |
20 Jul 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.
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
Kia ora e te whānau,
Please see the attached pānui regarding changes to this weekend's noho marae for the senior haka rōpū.
Ngā manaakitanga
Mauri Ora Whānau,
Firstly, thank you to all the families who attended our parent interviews yesterday. We appreciate the time you took to meet with our teachers and discuss your child's learning and progress.
If you were unable to attend, there are still interview time slots available for this afternoon. We encourage you to take this opportunity to connect with your child's teacher.
Our teachers have been working hard to implement the new Ministry of Education reporting system, preparing student reports and getting their classrooms ready for these important conversations. Attending your child's interview is a great way to acknowledge and support the effort they have put into ensuring your child receives the best possible learning experience.
Mā whero, mā pango ka oti te mahi – through working together, the work is completed. By collaborating as whānau and school, we can achieve the best outcomes for our students.
Ngā mihi nui,
Whaea Ramia.
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