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"Happy, Confident Learners"

 

About Us

Wakari School is a Contributing Primary School located in the hill suburbs of Dunedin. We cater for children from ages 5 – 11 (Years 1 – 6). The School has a Roll of around 300 pupils which increases as new entrants join us throughout the year. 

 

 

 

 

Our Values

At Wakari School we promote our values of 

Honesty, Manners, Respect, Cooperation & Kindness.

As a Family orientated school we promote and encourage parental involvement. This assistance is vital for the children’s education during their time with us. School Camps, trips, swimming and School Fairs would simply not be possible without the assistance that Whanau offer. Our school has a proud tradition of community involvement stretching back to 1858! 

Our Vision and Aims

Wakari prides itself on developing its Vision with our pupils; “Happy, Confident Learners”. We look to achieve this through a Co-operative Approach to Teaching and Learning. We have Three Syndicates across the School which operate in Learning Hubs. We aim to provide our pupils with the means to achieve their best in a caring, safe and secure environment. Wakari School benefits from a true team approach. 

What We Offer
  • Experienced and well qualified teachers 
  • Dedicated support staff 
  • Forward-looking and innovative school 
  • Positive, respectful environment 
  • Flexible learning environment 
  • Effective learning support programmes 
  • Large grass areas 
  • Great playgrounds 
  • Swimming pool 
  • Community support 

 

What's happening at Wakari School?

Upcoming Events in December

Mon 2

Senior Swimming

2 Dec 2024

Thu 5

Little Learners

5 Dec 2024

Fri 6

FULL Assembly

6 Dec 2024

Mon 9

Senior Water Safety

9 Dec 2024

Tue 17

End of Term 4 (12.30pm)

17 Dec 2024

Latest Notices

2025 Calendars: 10 days left!
19 Nov 2024

Children and teachers have been working hard to complete calendars.  These calendars may be purchased for $5.00 (Black & white with colour artwork) or $8.00 (Full colour).  These make great Christmas presents!!!!

 

Online Ordering

https://forms.office.com/r/J1n4vnj62B

There is also a link on the homepage of our website: www.wakari.school.nz 

 

Payment Options

Direct credit – 03-0905-0905218-000   Particulars – Family name    Code – calendar

EFTPOS – call into the office

Orders must be in by: Friday 29 November.

Friday 15 November
14 Nov 2024

We have had some enquires whether Wakari School is having a Teacher Only Day.


The short answer is NO. School is operating as normal.

Fun Day Tickets Sales
12 Nov 2024

Tickets will be used (instead of cash) to purchase goods and take part in some of the activities on the day. They are $1 each.

Here is a sample of the activities and food options.

They will be available to purchase on the day. However, you can buy tickets from the office from today.

Supporters and Sponsors

Parents, please support our local businesses

Huzur Kebab Subway – Dunedin Highmark Homes Dunedin Thai Opal Dunedin Carol Dalton - L J Hooker Dunedin Vets on Balmac Vets on Balmac Zumba with Awhi and Jacquie
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