About Us

Ko Orowhana Te Maunga

Ko Rangiheke Te Awa

Ko Kurahaupō Te waka

Ko Ngāti Kuri Te Hapu

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Ko Te Rarawa Te Iwi

Herekino School is a small, warm, friendly school surrounded by coastal and rural allure and located 25 kms west of Kaitaia. Nestled below Orowana Te Maunga within the embrace of Te Rawara te iwi.

We are a full primary school working with students from Years 1 – 8. Teaching and learning is at the heart of all that we do together and individually. Our strength in small numbers allows students to cement strong relationships with teacher and peers. Teachers get to know each child’s skills, strengths, passions and learning styles.

With a combinations of mixed ages there is a sense of whānaungatanga throughout the classes and school. A culture where students care for their peers, their teachers, their school and their environment.

Having mixed ages and abilities, it encourages and recognizes that we are all teachers and learners, regardless of age, stage, context or experience. Every member of our Kura is encouraged to share their ideas and abilities with others and are valued for their contributions, needs, skills and their unique flare.

We embrace the opportunities presented and work collaboratively together to provide new experiences, progress and a keen sense of self worth and personal autonomy.

We are committed to providing the best learning environment for all, encouraging and developing skills in communication, thinking, self management, social and research. For some of us whose learning and achievement need accelerating the school is able to develop signature systems that support and flourish the individual.