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Waitaha School

12 Lemonwood Drive Rolleston

Waitaha School is a Specialist School school offering Day Specialist education located in Rolleston. The school operates under the State authority within the Canterbury Region region.

With a roll of approximately 133 students, Waitaha School provides a diverse community environment (Co-Educational). Having served the community since January 1929, the school maintains an active presence online at http://waitaha.school.nz/.

School Data & Characteristics

Org Name
Waitaha School
Telephone
03-3441243
Email
admin@waitaha.school.nz
Contact1 Name
Bernie Mulcahy-Bouwman
URL
http://waitaha.school.nz/
Add1 Line1
12 Lemonwood Drive
Add1 City
Rolleston
Add2 City
Rolleston
Urban Rural Indicator
Medium urban area
Org Type
Specialist School
Definition
Day Specialist
Authority
State
CoEd Status
Co-Educational
Territorial Authority
Selwyn District
Regional Council
Canterbury Region
Local Office Name
Christchurch Office
Education Region
Canterbury, Chatham Islands
Latitude
-43.623432
Longitude
172.385925
EQi Index
462
Total
133
DateSchoolOpened
1929-01-26
Status
Open
Language of Instruction
All students taught in English/other setting
BoardingFacilities
No

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Waitaha School answered for parents and students.

What type of school is Waitaha School?

Waitaha School is a Specialist School (Day Specialist) school, operating under the State authority in the Canterbury Region region of New Zealand.

Where is Waitaha School located?

Waitaha School is located in Rolleston, New Zealand. The address is 12 Lemonwood Drive Rolleston.

Is Waitaha School a co-educational school?

Waitaha School has a Co-Educational enrolment status. This means the school accepts both male and female students.

How many students attend Waitaha School?

As of the most recent data, Waitaha School has a school roll of approximately 133 students, making it a small school by New Zealand standards.

How do I contact Waitaha School?

You can contact Waitaha School by phone on 03-3441243, or by email at admin@waitaha.school.nz.

Does Waitaha School have a website?

Yes, Waitaha School has an official website at http://waitaha.school.nz/. You can visit it to find out about enrolments, school events, and community news.

When did Waitaha School open?

Waitaha School was established and opened its doors in January 1929. It has been serving the local community and the Canterbury Region region ever since.

Which local education office oversees Waitaha School?

Waitaha 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 Waitaha School on a map?

You can find Waitaha School using the interactive map on this page (GPS coordinates: -43.623432, 172.385925). Alternatively, open it directly in Google Maps using the link provided below the map.

How do I enrol my child at Waitaha School?

To enrol your child at Waitaha School, we recommend contacting the school directly on 03-3441243 or emailing admin@waitaha.school.nz. The school will be able to advise on their enrolment scheme, in-zone requirements, and any available spaces.

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