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Wā Ora is currently accepting pre-enrolments for children turning three from April 2026. If you are interested in finding out more about how the Montessori philosophy of education can help your child become their best self, please come along to our next Information Evening.
Information Evening
Staff Articles
When Matariki Stars Land on the Plate
Wenlu Qin – Preschool Kaiako As the footsteps of winter approach, the Matariki star cluster is about to rise. This term, we are using the
The Magic Behind the Curtain
Lottie Butcher – Drama Teacher, Primary and High School As a drama teacher at a Montessori school, it is a privilege to be in the
What Makes Wā Ora Special
Richard Goodyear – Acting DP Primary It has been great to be back at Wā Ora these past couple of months. It is not the
Notifications
REMINDER: Hoodie and Sports T-shirt Orders Closing Tomorrow!
Wed Sep 23 06:02pmA reminder that orders for Wā Ora hoodies and sports T-shirts are currently open. To receive your order by the start of Term 4, please make sure your order is placed and paid for by 11am tomorrow (Thursday 24th September).
Hoodies are available for both ākonga and whānau. Sports T-shirts are required for ākonga playing school sports and are also a great option for PE days in Primary and High School.
All sizing, pricing and payment information can be found on the order forms below. Orders will be delivered to school for collection.
Payment can be made via EFTPOS at the school office or by internet banking:
Hoodies: ASB 12-3209-0438285-00
Reference: Child’s first initial, surname and HOODIE
Sports T-shirts: ASB 12-3209-0438306-00
Reference: Child’s first initial, surname and SPORTS T
Please help Sharon by ensuring payment is made into the correct account.
Reminder – Te Reo Education evening this evening!
Fri Sep 18 05:04pmWe look forward to seeing you at the High School in T2 from 5pm this evening to celebrate Te Wiki o Te reo Māori.
There will be shared kai from 5 pm- 5.30 pm so please bring along a small plate to share and your own plates and cutlery.
From 5.30 to 7ish we will ako tahi (learn together), whakaharatau (practice) and tākaro kemu (play games).
There will be activities for tamariki too so bring the whole whānau!
The PRACTICE Lockdown drill is now completed. School has resumed as normal. Thank you for your cooperation:-)
Wed Aug 12 12:07pmThe PRACTICE lockdown has now begun and school will be in lockdown for the next 20 minutes, after which school will resume as normal.
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