Fernside School
285 O'Roarkes Road Rangiora
Fernside School is a Full Primary located in Rangiora, specifically in the suburb of Fernside. The school operates under the State authority within the Canterbury Region region.
With a roll of approximately 285 students, Fernside School provides a diverse community environment (Co-Educational). Having served the community since July 1864, the school maintains an active presence online at http://www.fernside.school.nz.
School Data & Characteristics
- Org Name
- Fernside School
- Telephone
- 03-3138608
- fernsideschool@fernside.school.nz
- Contact1 Name
- Bridie Gray
- URL
- http://www.fernside.school.nz
- Add1 Line1
- 285 O'Roarkes Road
- Add1 Suburb
- Fernside
- Add1 City
- Rangiora
- Add2 City
- Rangiora
- Urban Rural Indicator
- Rural other
- Org Type
- Full Primary
- Authority
- State
- CoEd Status
- Co-Educational
- Territorial Authority
- Waimakariri District
- Regional Council
- Canterbury Region
- Local Office Name
- Christchurch Office
- Education Region
- Canterbury, Chatham Islands
- Latitude
- -43.312427
- Longitude
- 172.533610
- EQi Index
- 412
- Total
- 285
- DateSchoolOpened
- 1864-07-01
- Status
- Open
- Language of Instruction
- All students taught in English/other setting
- BoardingFacilities
- No
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Fernside School answered for parents and students.
What type of school is Fernside School?
Fernside School is a Full Primary school, operating under the State authority in the Canterbury Region region of New Zealand.
Where is Fernside School located?
Fernside School is located in Rangiora, Fernside, New Zealand. The address is 285 O'Roarkes Road Rangiora.
Is Fernside School a co-educational school?
Fernside School has a Co-Educational enrolment status. This means the school accepts both male and female students.
How many students attend Fernside School?
As of the most recent data, Fernside School has a school roll of approximately 285 students, making it a medium-sized school by New Zealand standards.
How do I contact Fernside School?
You can contact Fernside School by phone on 03-3138608, or by email at fernsideschool@fernside.school.nz.
Does Fernside School have a website?
Yes, Fernside School has an official website at http://www.fernside.school.nz. You can visit it to find out about enrolments, school events, and community news.
When did Fernside School open?
Fernside School was established and opened its doors in July 1864. It has been serving the local community and the Canterbury Region region ever since.
Which local education office oversees Fernside School?
Fernside School falls under the jurisdiction of the Christchurch Office local education office, which is part of the Canterbury Region Regional Council area.
How do I find Fernside School on a map?
You can find Fernside School using the interactive map on this page (GPS coordinates: -43.312427, 172.533610). Alternatively, open it directly in Google Maps using the link provided below the map.
How do I enrol my child at Fernside School?
To enrol your child at Fernside School, we recommend contacting the school directly on 03-3138608 or emailing fernsideschool@fernside.school.nz. The school will be able to advise on their enrolment scheme, in-zone requirements, and any available spaces.
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