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We are a small rural school with strong ties to our coastal community. We believe that children need free play, meaningful structured learning, and personal choice to be successful at school.
Our learning programmes are developed to cater to the needs and interests of the children that are currently in the school. Our teachers are dynamic, inspirational people who know the children and their whānau.
We aim for our children to be confident learners who have a strong sense of self-worth and belonging. They develop meaningful connections in the school and the community.
Our children value the unique Māori perspective that is part of our New Zealand heritage while valuing diversity in all its shapes and forms.
Our teaching and learning programmes are underpinned by our strategic plan that is focussed on enhancing the hauora of every learner by meeting their individual needs.
Ko Kohukohunui te maunga
Ko Ōrere te awa
Ko Tikapa te moana
Ko Wharekawa te marae
Ko Ngati Paoa ko Ngāi Tai ngā iwi
24 Sep 2026
Kia ora Whānau,
Reminder that tonight at 6-6:30pm there is a meeting at school regarding the upcoming Wellington Camp.
In case you're unable to attend in person, below is the link to join online.
Camp Meeting - 6pm to 6.30pm.
Orere School (Junior classroom)
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Kind Regards,
Emma Oliver-Harwood
Good afternoon,
As you know we're a KidsCan school.
If any of you have any 'talking shoes' at home please send them in to school next week and they'll collect them for a project they're doing. Details below....
Every pair of shoes has a story. This might sound like an odd ask, but bear with us. We're collecting "talking shoes", worn, hand-me-down, or well-loved shoes with a story behind them, to help people understand the difference a new pair can make for a child.
For each pair we'll need:
Know a pair of shoes with a story to tell? We'd love to hear from you, plus you'll receive a voucher as a thank you.
Thank you for helping us bring these stories to life.
Kia ora Whānau,
We are holding an essential Whānau Meeting regarding the upcoming Year 7–8 Wellington trip. We ask that every student attending must have at least one family representative present.
Meeting Details:
What We Will Cover:
Please ensure a representative from your household attends either in person or online. Further details and the online link will be shared closer to the date.
Ngā mihi,
Ōrere School Team
Good afternoon,
This afternoon your child is bringing home the attached registration form for Ag Day.
Please complete this and return to school by next week so we know what to expect on the day.
Instead of returning this physical form to school you can complete this in the 'Forms' section of our Skool Loop app if you'd prefer.
Kind Regards,
Emma Oliver-Harwood
Good afternoon Tangaroa parents,
This afternoon your child in Tangaroa class is bringing the attached notice home.
We'd appreciate any sewing item donations please!
Kind Regards,
Emma Oliver-Harwood
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