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Growing our future by inspiring a passion for life long learningRESPECT | RESILIENCE | RESPONSIBILITY | EXCELLENCE
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Established in 1876, Wakanui School has a long and proud history of catering for local Year 1 to 8 students. Situated 10km east of Ashburton, and inclusive of an enrolment zone, we enjoy a rural environment whilst maintaining urban connections.
Our small class sizes ensure that we can cater for individual learning needs. Students in Year 4 and up utilise learning technologies to support their learning through a 1:1 ratio and BYOD programme. Our senior Year 7 and 8 students have many opportunities to develop leadership skills both within and beyond the school.
At Wakanui School, we believe in supporting our students to develop skills and knowledge in the key learning areas in conjunction with strong links to our community, rural environment, and modern technology. Our school values of Respect, Responsibility, Resilience and Excellence underpin all that we do.
Our school is very whānau oriented. We encourage active involvement from those who are part of the wider Wakanui family – parents, friends, grandparents, neighbours and community members. This gives Wakanui a strong foundation and a hard-working and generous support network.
Ngā mihi
Trena
Tumuaki | Principal
19 Nov 2025
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26 Nov 2025
Order forms for our school photos have been sent home today. Could the completed forms please be dropped into the school office by Friday November 21st. If you asked for a sibling photo and it's not attached please email the office office@wakanui.school.nz
Many thanks
Kia ora Kauri Whānau,
You have most probably been aware that Karen has had some time off recently due to her father's failing health. Her precious Dad passed away this morning. To keep things running smootly for Kauri Mrs Moore will continue to teach in Kauri where possible.
For now Mrs Digby appreciates that you are thinking of her, she misses her class and is hoping to return when she is able.
Ngā mihi
Trena
Welcome to week 7, I can not believe how quickly this term is going.
I hope everyone had a lovely long weekend.
Reminder today is final day for big day out forms if I have not received them.
Tuesday afternoon as a reward for all the amazing positive attitude for Athletes and Pets day, we are having a School wide teacher swap afternoon, (this idea has completely come from the children).
Your children may have come home and told you about our rewards chart that is happening in Kōwhai. This is a great way to focus on all the positive behaviours that are happening in the classroom, especially leading into the end of the year.
Phonics in Kōwhai this week we are learning about the sounds, k and x make.
Maths we are looking at the difference between numbers.
Thursday afternoon at 2.30 is junior assembly.
Ngā mihi
Gayle
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