Rakaia School
Dunford Street Rakaia
Rakaia School is a Full Primary located in Rakaia. The school operates under the State authority within the Canterbury Region region.
With a roll of approximately 209 students, Rakaia School provides a diverse community environment (Co-Educational). Having served the community since November 1872, the school maintains an active presence online at http://www.rakaia.school.nz.
School Data & Characteristics
- Org Name
- Rakaia School
- Telephone
- 03-3027113
- principal@rakaia.school.nz
- Contact1 Name
- Mark Ellis
- URL
- http://www.rakaia.school.nz
- Add1 Line1
- Dunford Street
- Add1 City
- Rakaia
- Add2 City
- Rakaia
- Urban Rural Indicator
- Small urban area
- Org Type
- Full Primary
- Authority
- State
- CoEd Status
- Co-Educational
- Territorial Authority
- Ashburton District
- Regional Council
- Canterbury Region
- Local Office Name
- Christchurch Office
- Education Region
- Canterbury, Chatham Islands
- Latitude
- -43.751468
- Longitude
- 172.022787
- EQi Index
- 465
- Total
- 209
- DateSchoolOpened
- 1872-11-20
- Status
- Open
- Language of Instruction
- All students taught in English/other setting
- BoardingFacilities
- No
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Rakaia School answered for parents and students.
What type of school is Rakaia School?
Rakaia School is a Full Primary school, operating under the State authority in the Canterbury Region region of New Zealand.
Where is Rakaia School located?
Rakaia School is located in Rakaia, New Zealand. The address is Dunford Street Rakaia.
Is Rakaia School a co-educational school?
Rakaia School has a Co-Educational enrolment status. This means the school accepts both male and female students.
How many students attend Rakaia School?
As of the most recent data, Rakaia School has a school roll of approximately 209 students, making it a medium-sized school by New Zealand standards.
How do I contact Rakaia School?
You can contact Rakaia School by phone on 03-3027113, or by email at principal@rakaia.school.nz.
Does Rakaia School have a website?
Yes, Rakaia School has an official website at http://www.rakaia.school.nz. You can visit it to find out about enrolments, school events, and community news.
When did Rakaia School open?
Rakaia School was established and opened its doors in November 1872. It has been serving the local community and the Canterbury Region region ever since.
Which local education office oversees Rakaia School?
Rakaia 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 Rakaia School on a map?
You can find Rakaia School using the interactive map on this page (GPS coordinates: -43.751468, 172.022787). Alternatively, open it directly in Google Maps using the link provided below the map.
How do I enrol my child at Rakaia School?
To enrol your child at Rakaia School, we recommend contacting the school directly on 03-3027113 or emailing principal@rakaia.school.nz. The school will be able to advise on their enrolment scheme, in-zone requirements, and any available spaces.
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