Ngatapa School

Ngatapa School Proud to be Learning for Life! Our People
We are proud to be a full primary. Ngatapa students range from Years 0 to 8. Cheryl Johnston
Principal

We are blessed with a wonderfully supportive Board of Trustees and community. As principal I practice an open door policy. I encourage parents and the community to participate in the education of their children through regular school contact. Our Place
Ngatapa School is a small rural school nestled amongst the rolling hills on the outskirts of Gisborne. The local hall is located on school grounds

and is regularly used by the school, playgroup, and community, as well as other groups and organisations on occasion. Our school is equipped with an array of fantastic resources to aid teaching and learning right across the curriculum. Our digital age learners have access to tools that prepare them for their futures
not ours. Our enthusiastic, energetic, and innovative teaching staff have created an environment where stimulating and innovative teaching and learning programmes are aimed at addressing the learning
needs of each child. We provide a caring environment that encourages personal excellence and a feeling of success. We take great efforts to ensure that positive virtues are taught, encouraged and exhibited throughout the school. I thank you for considering Ngatapa School and welcome your queries or questions, and look forward to meeting you soon.

23/04/2026

This has been postponed due to the weather. Will update everyone when a new date is set.

Help Us Shape the Future of Our PlaySpace!We want to hear from you.Our current playground has served us well, but it’s t...
12/03/2026

Help Us Shape the Future of Our PlaySpace!
We want to hear from you.
Our current playground has served us well, but it’s time to look toward the
future. We are planning to replace the existing structure with a brand-new playground that reflects the heart of our community.
This is the link to our survey

We want to hear from you. Our current playground has served us well, but it’s time to look toward the future. We are planning to replace the existing structure with a brand-new playground that reflects the heart of our community. Our Vision: A Natural Local Landmark We aren’t looking for a "cook...

A great team effort.
17/12/2025

A great team effort.

First Aid with Laurel. Bandaging.
11/12/2025

First Aid with Laurel. Bandaging.

First Aid with Laurel. The side position.
11/12/2025

First Aid with Laurel. The side position.

Some more photos.
12/11/2025

Some more photos.

Our Environmental Leaders were part of the potting up workshop today at the Womens Native Tree Nursery. Thank you Kauri ...
12/11/2025

Our Environmental Leaders were part of the potting up workshop today at the Womens Native Tree Nursery. Thank you Kauri for having us.

2025 Champion Pet - Bainos (the lamb) and Charlie Williams.2025 Hall of Industries Champion - Ben Loffler - First in Wal...
08/10/2025

2025 Champion Pet - Bainos (the lamb) and Charlie Williams.
2025 Hall of Industries Champion - Ben Loffler - First in Wall hanging, Sand Saucer,Crayon and Dye, Painting.
2025 Hall of Industries Best Exhibit - Hugo McIldowie - Under the sea- Miniature Landscape

07/10/2025

Address

1590 Wharekopae Road
Ngatapa
4072

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 2:40pm
Tuesday 9am - 2:40pm
Wednesday 9am - 2:40pm
Thursday 9am - 2:40pm
Friday 9am - 2:40pm

Telephone

+6468639878

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