Our tamariki are passionate learners and understand their strengths; and how what they do makes a difference to the world. They constantly raise the bar. Our educators are inspirational, innovative and diverse. We ask them to spark and inspire our Learners. 

Tai Tapu is one of the oldest primary schools in Canterbury and dates back to 1876. We are proud of a long tradition of semi rural education, which combines the benefits of a rural position with all the opportunities of innovative educational practice.