Whangara School
44 Pa Road Gisborne
Whangara School is a Full Primary located in Gisborne, specifically in the suburb of Whangara. The school operates under the State authority within the Gisborne Region region.
With a roll of approximately 97 students, Whangara School provides a diverse community environment (Co-Educational). Having served the community since November 1858, the school maintains an active presence online at http://www.whangara.school.nz.
School Data & Characteristics
- Org Name
- Whangara School
- Telephone
- 06-8622806
- whangara@xtra.co.nz
- Contact1 Name
- Lisa Maniapoto
- URL
- http://www.whangara.school.nz
- Add1 Line1
- 44 Pa Road
- Add1 Suburb
- Whangara
- Add1 City
- Gisborne
- Add2 City
- Gisborne
- 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
- -38.556338
- Longitude
- 178.215470
- EQi Index
- 479
- Total
- 97
- DateSchoolOpened
- 1858-11-17
- Status
- Open
- Language of Instruction
- Some students taught in te reo Māori
- BoardingFacilities
- No
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Whangara School answered for parents and students.
What type of school is Whangara School?
Whangara School is a Full Primary school, operating under the State authority in the Gisborne Region region of New Zealand.
Where is Whangara School located?
Whangara School is located in Gisborne, Whangara, New Zealand. The address is 44 Pa Road Gisborne.
Is Whangara School a co-educational school?
Whangara School has a Co-Educational enrolment status. This means the school accepts both male and female students.
How many students attend Whangara School?
As of the most recent data, Whangara School has a school roll of approximately 97 students, making it a small school by New Zealand standards.
How do I contact Whangara School?
You can contact Whangara School by phone on 06-8622806, or by email at whangara@xtra.co.nz.
Does Whangara School have a website?
Yes, Whangara School has an official website at http://www.whangara.school.nz. You can visit it to find out about enrolments, school events, and community news.
When did Whangara School open?
Whangara School was established and opened its doors in November 1858. It has been serving the local community and the Gisborne Region region ever since.
Which local education office oversees Whangara School?
Whangara 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 Whangara School on a map?
You can find Whangara School using the interactive map on this page (GPS coordinates: -38.556338, 178.215470). Alternatively, open it directly in Google Maps using the link provided below the map.
How do I enrol my child at Whangara School?
To enrol your child at Whangara School, we recommend contacting the school directly on 06-8622806 or emailing whangara@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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