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Te Horo School is a country school set in a picturesque rural area between Ōtaki and Waikanae on the Kapiti Coast. Te Horo School is unique in the fact that despite its proximity to Wellington, it is able to maintain all the traditions of a country school.
We pride ourselves on our school-wide events such as Lamb and Calf Day, this is when children bring their animals to school, feeding and caring for them onsite.
This day also includes growing and tending to flower or vegetable gardens. Other special events include our annual school fair “Paddy’s Mart” which is led by our
Home & School committee and is an event that the wider community looks forward to. Our tree planting for Matariki breakfast is an event where we can view
the Mataraki stars and think of those who have been at the school before us and those who have passed on, sharing a picnic breakfast with those who are here
now. We have a special ANZAC service to honour those fallen from our area.
Our children enjoy many educational opportunities that take them outside of the classroom including a relationship with Te Kahui Tokotoko - the local Otaki Schools. We are building links with Katihiku Marae, have a talented Kapa Haka and school choir. Year 6 Camp and Year 8 Camp grow our students' independence and encourage them to challenge themselves physically, along with Ōtaki and Kapiti interschool sporting events, Cross Country, Swimming Sports, Athletics Day and Tabloid Sports to name a few.
EPro 8, Otago Maths and Mastermind give the students an opportunity to stretch their mind. Our Year 7 & 8 children engage in Technology learning onsite and we
are resourced to teach Digital Technologies, Cooking, Sewing and Building as part of our Technology programme.
The children can explore our bush reserve, spend time in our school pool, while away the time in our fruit and vegetable gardens and look for hidden chicken eggs! We encourage children to learn in and enjoy their local environment.
Teaching and learning at Te Horo school grows our students from year 1 (5 year olds) to year 8 (12 year olds), we operate as a whole school which we believe encourages the tuakana/teina relationship; older children have a younger buddy whom they care for and look out for while they are at school. We aim to each collaboratively so that we can utilise teacher strengths and cater to the diverse learning needs of our children.
Our HEART values are unique to Te Horo School and we model the values in all of our day to day interactions with each other. We have courage, we are empathetic, we have a sense of fun, we show respect and we are tolerant. Students are supported to behave in a way that ensures that our school is a safe and enjoyable space for everyone.
3 Apr 2026 - 19 Apr 2026
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Kia ora whānau,
Just a wee reminder that the Year 7 & 8's will be selling ice blocks tomorrow at lunchtime for a gold coin donation (Thursday 2nd of April) as a camp fundraiser.
Please contact the school office if you have any questions [email protected]
Kia ora whānau,
We’ve had two confirmed cases of Strep throat at school this week. Please keep an eye on your tamariki for any symptoms to help us keep everyone healthy.
What to look for:
A very sore throat (often comes on quickly).
Pain when swallowing.
Fever, headache, or swollen neck glands.
Sometimes a rash or stomach ache.
What to do:
See a Doctor: If your child has a sore throat, please get it checked. A quick swab can confirm if it’s Strep.
Antibiotics: If prescribed, your child must stay home until they have finished 24 hours of the treatment.
Rest and Fluids: Keep them hydrated and comfortable at home.
Strep throat needs to be treated to prevent more serious issues like Rheumatic Fever, so please don't "wait and see" with a sore throat.
Tuesday 31st March
Otaki Schools Athletics - For those students that have been selected. Please remember a large lunch, a water bottle, a hat & sunscreen. Any questions please email Adam Dewe [email protected]
Wednesday 1st of April
Subway Orders - Subway Otaki is under new ownership and is once again providing us with yummy school lunches every Wednesday . The Subs are $7 each (6 inch), also this year we have cookies for $1 (Cookies can only be ordered along with a Subway roll, not by themselves) Subway orders can be ordered before 9am every Wednesday (Cash please) Any questions please email [email protected]
Pizza Orders - No pizza this week as Friday is a public holiday ????
Thursday 2nd of April
Assembly - 9am in the school hall
House afternoon - Students need to wear their house colours ????
Last day of Term 1 - School will be open for the full day with a finish time of 2.50pm
Friday 3rd April
Good Friday - School closed.
Other General Reminders & upcoming important dates for your calendar
School Holidays - 3rd - 19th April - Funzone available (Flyer's attached)
First day of Term 2 - 20th April School starts at 8.55am
Te Horo School Anzac Service - Friday 24th of April at 2pm, all parents and caregivers are welcome to come along.
Mihi Whakatau - 9am Friday 24th April to welcome all our new students, staff & whanau for term 2 2026.
Anzac Day - Observed Public Holiday - Monday, April 27, 2026 (School closed)
Upcoming Scholastic Book Fair - Week 3 Term 2 (4th - 8th May) - Please see the next newsletter for more information.
Help Us Keep the Heart of Te Horo Beating
After attending a recent first aid course, our staff member Rachael, identified a vital safety need for our school. Currently, the nearest AED is located on the Te Horo fire truck. While we are grateful for our local fire brigade, if they are out on a call, that life-saving equipment isn't nearby.
We want to change that. Our goal is to install a 24/7 accessible AED right here at school for our students, whānau, and the wider community.
The Goals:
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We are seeking $2000 for the unit
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We are seeking $850 for the Outdoor AED cabinet with keypad lock
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We are seeking additional funds for ongoing maintenance (batteries and pad replacements as required).
How it Works: Once installed, anyone calling 111 in an emergency will be given the code to our AED station.
While the school is applying for grants, we are also looking for local legends or businesses interested in sponsorship. Of course we can put your business name up in lights as a prime sponsor. If you’d like to sponsor part or all of this vital piece of community infrastructure, please contact Danielle McMurchie at [email protected]
Pizza Orders - Pizza Friday's are back ** Please get onboard and support this camp fundraiser. **Please note no pizza orders for Year 5 - 8's this week due to swimming
Important!! - Orders need to be dropped to the school office before 2.50pm each Wednesday, please note there will be no late orders this term.
1 x piece $3 or 2 for $5 - Options are Hawaiian, Cheese, Ham & Cheese & Pepperoni - Cash Only
All details on the attached flyer (No orders week 8 for Year 5 - 8)
New this week - Online order form ** Please use the attached link https://forms.gle/3zseaQuys439WGSCA
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