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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 August

Wed 6

Home & School Meeting

6 Aug 2025

Wed 6

Nomination Close 12pm - Board of Trustees Election

6 Aug 2025

Wed 6

Hills Cluster Cross Country

6 Aug 2025

Thu 7

Little Learners

7 Aug 2025

Tue 19

Year 4 Museum Sleepover

19 Aug 2025 - 20 Aug 2025

Thu 21

Little Learners

21 Aug 2025

Fri 29

FULL Assembly

29 Aug 2025

Latest Notices

Teacher Only Day
28 Jul 2025

Just a reminder that it is Teacher Only Day this Friday (1 August).

School will be closed for instruction on this day. Enjoy the long weekend!

Board of Trustees Election
10 Jun 2025

Please click on link

https://hail.to/wakari-school/article/NdcZaR9

Supporters and Sponsors

Parents, please support our local businesses

Huzur Kebab Subway – Dunedin Highmark Homes Dunedin Thai Opal Dunedin Vets on Balmac Zumba with Awhi and Jacquie Alana Carroll - Ray White Sheds Direct Vish Beauty Bar Dunedin On the Spot Wakari Dairy Harold's Home & Gardening Service Tree Craft NZ
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