Te Waka Unua School


We had a fantastic day today celebrating the return of our existing students and welcoming all our new whanau to our school. Thursday school is closed for Waitangi Day however we will be back on Friday for another great day of fun and learning. (Some schools are closed on Friday which has caused some confusion but we are OPEN Friday)

Teaching Teams have provided a brief introduction so you know who your children are talking about and you will receive more in depth information about each teams learning programmes and structure in the next week. If you ever have any questions or queries please donʻt hesitate to make contact with your childʻs Key Teacher, our office staff or one of our Senior Leadership Team.

We are really looking forward to the year ahead. See you all Friday!


  1. Mihi Whakatau

    This morning we welcomed 51 new students to our kura! Read more…
  2. Ōtākaro 2025

    Kia Ora, welcome to Team Ōtākaro 2025. This year our team includes: Debbi Connolly (Team Leader) teaching in Ōtākaro Te Kei Read more…
  3. Ihutai

    Our Senior Team of Learners Read more…
  4. Mahaanui

    Ko Te Waka Unua ki utaKo Mahaanui ki taiTīhei mauri ora Read more…
  5. Ōpāwaho

    We are excited to be back at school and reconnecting with all our lovely tamariki. This year in team Ōpāwaho we have Matua Nic, Whaea ... Read more…