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Tapawera Area School

Te Kura ā Rohe o Tapawera

With 'FIRE' in our hearts, empower, learn and grow.

Nā te hatete i te ngākau, ko whakamana, ko ako, ko whanake.

About Our School

Tapawera Area School caters for the education of students from 5 years old all the way through to the end of high schooling. The school works strongly to function as one school but for many activities secondary and primary work in different ways and spaces.

Tapawera Kindergarten is also onsite, located in one of the primary classrooms. It is a separate entity but we do work together to link learning and ensure smooth transition of Early Childhood Education into Primary schooling.

Being a rural school means our programmes have a particular flavour at times and strong connections with our local environment and the opportunities that environment provides. Tapawera Area School was established in 1942 as the ‘Consolidated School’ which was formed through the closure and combining of a number of small primary schools across the region. Later it became a District High School and then finally an Area School.

Many of our students travel a good distance to attend using the services of Wadsworth Motors School Bus Services. A service which is still going strong after 100 years.

Our primary classes tend to be much smaller than town schools giving students opportunity to form closer learning relationships with teachers. Our high school classes are much smaller than those found in large secondary schools but with all the same opportunities and resources. We work hard to ensure equivalent or better opportunities for students.

What's happening at Tapawera Area School?

Upcoming Events in May

Thu 22

Cross Country

22 May 2025

Fri 23

Teachers Only Day

23 May 2025

Latest Notices

Get your PINK gear ready for next Friday and help us support mental health and anti bullying day.

9 May 2025

whole school Cross Country

7 May 2025

Kia ora o te whānau,

We’re excited to let you know that our annual Cross Country Running Event is coming up soon! This is a fantastic opportunity for our tamariki to challenge themselves, build resilience, and enjoy being active outdoors.

Event Details:
Date: Thursday 22 May 2025
Time: 12 noon to 3 pm
Location: School grounds and around the skate park, shearing shed
Who: All students from 0-13, social or competitive running

Please ensure your child comes to school with:

Suitable running clothes in house colours and footwear
A water bottle
A change of clothes for after the run as they will get wet and muddy
Any necessary medication (e.g., inhalers)
This event is about participation, effort, and supporting one another—not just winning. Every child will be encouraged to do their best and to show great sportsmanship throughout the day.

Whānau support is warmly welcomed! Come along, cheer on the runners, and celebrate the mahi our tamariki have put in during training.

Sausage sizzle and Bake Sale available during lunchtime.

Parents, please pre-order sausages if possible by contacting Tegan at tcornell@tapawera.school.nz

A limited number will also be available for purchase on the day. Children will be encouraged to pre-order and pre-pay through their class or home group teachers.

See you there...

Trip returning Friday

6 May 2025

Hi all, Joseph has pointed out an error in the info I sent out earlier this term. The Trip tomorrow is returning FRIDAY Not thursday . We will be back in time for buses. I hope that doesnt impact anyones plans too much.

The weather looks OK maybe a bit of rain on Thursday/Friday.

Before leaving school we will be having gear/food checks top ensure we are all well equiped for our trip.

Thanks

Todd