Potaka School
7164 Te Aararoa Road Hicks Bay
Potaka School is a Full Primary located in Hicks Bay. The school operates under the State authority within the Gisborne Region region.
With a roll of approximately 50 students, Potaka School provides a diverse community environment (Co-Educational). Having served the community since January 1929, more information can be found by contacting them directly.
School Data & Characteristics
- Org Name
- Potaka School
- Telephone
- 06-8644436
- potaka@xtra.co.nz
- Contact1 Name
- Tina Poi
- Add1 Line1
- 7164 Te Aararoa Road
- Add1 City
- Hicks Bay
- Add2 City
- Opotiki
- Urban Rural Indicator
- Rural other
- Org Type
- Full Primary
- Authority
- State
- CoEd Status
- Co-Educational
- Territorial Authority
- Gisborne District
- Regional Council
- Gisborne Region
- Local Office Name
- Napier Office
- Education Region
- Hawke's Bay, Tairāwhiti
- Latitude
- -37.573260
- Longitude
- 178.142356
- EQi Index
- 523
- Total
- 50
- DateSchoolOpened
- 1929-01-26
- Status
- Open
- Language of Instruction
- All students taught in English/other setting
- BoardingFacilities
- No
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Potaka School answered for parents and students.
What type of school is Potaka School?
Potaka School is a Full Primary school, operating under the State authority in the Gisborne Region region of New Zealand.
Where is Potaka School located?
Potaka School is located in Hicks Bay, New Zealand. The address is 7164 Te Aararoa Road Hicks Bay.
Is Potaka School a co-educational school?
Potaka School has a Co-Educational enrolment status. This means the school accepts both male and female students.
How many students attend Potaka School?
As of the most recent data, Potaka School has a school roll of approximately 50 students, making it a small school by New Zealand standards.
How do I contact Potaka School?
You can contact Potaka School by phone on 06-8644436, or by email at potaka@xtra.co.nz.
When did Potaka School open?
Potaka School was established and opened its doors in January 1929. It has been serving the local community and the Gisborne Region region ever since.
Which local education office oversees Potaka School?
Potaka School falls under the jurisdiction of the Napier Office local education office, which is part of the Gisborne Region Regional Council area.
How do I find Potaka School on a map?
You can find Potaka School using the interactive map on this page (GPS coordinates: -37.573260, 178.142356). Alternatively, open it directly in Google Maps using the link provided below the map.
How do I enrol my child at Potaka School?
To enrol your child at Potaka School, we recommend contacting the school directly on 06-8644436 or emailing potaka@xtra.co.nz. The school will be able to advise on their enrolment scheme, in-zone requirements, and any available spaces.
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