Oroua Downs School
State Highway 1 Foxton
Oroua Downs School is a Full Primary located in Foxton. The school operates under the State authority within the Manawatū-Whanganui Region region.
With a roll of approximately 97 students, Oroua Downs School provides a diverse community environment (Co-Educational). Having served the community since January 1903, the school maintains an active presence online at http://www.orouadowns.school.nz.
School Data & Characteristics
- Org Name
- Oroua Downs School
- Telephone
- 06-3299730
- office@orouadowns.school.nz
- Contact1 Name
- Tanya Zander
- URL
- http://www.orouadowns.school.nz
- Add1 Line1
- State Highway 1
- Add1 City
- Foxton
- Add2 City
- Foxton
- Urban Rural Indicator
- Rural other
- Org Type
- Full Primary
- Authority
- State
- CoEd Status
- Co-Educational
- Territorial Authority
- Manawatu District
- Regional Council
- Manawatū-Whanganui Region
- Local Office Name
- Whanganui Office
- Education Region
- Taranaki, Whanganui, Manawatū
- Latitude
- -40.374304
- Longitude
- 175.319996
- EQi Index
- 473
- Total
- 97
- DateSchoolOpened
- 1903-01-26
- Status
- Open
- Language of Instruction
- All students taught in English/other setting
- BoardingFacilities
- No
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Oroua Downs School answered for parents and students.
What type of school is Oroua Downs School?
Oroua Downs School is a Full Primary school, operating under the State authority in the Manawatū-Whanganui Region region of New Zealand.
Where is Oroua Downs School located?
Oroua Downs School is located in Foxton, New Zealand. The address is State Highway 1 Foxton.
Is Oroua Downs School a co-educational school?
Oroua Downs School has a Co-Educational enrolment status. This means the school accepts both male and female students.
How many students attend Oroua Downs School?
As of the most recent data, Oroua Downs School has a school roll of approximately 97 students, making it a small school by New Zealand standards.
How do I contact Oroua Downs School?
You can contact Oroua Downs School by phone on 06-3299730, or by email at office@orouadowns.school.nz.
Does Oroua Downs School have a website?
Yes, Oroua Downs School has an official website at http://www.orouadowns.school.nz. You can visit it to find out about enrolments, school events, and community news.
When did Oroua Downs School open?
Oroua Downs School was established and opened its doors in January 1903. It has been serving the local community and the Manawatū-Whanganui Region region ever since.
Which local education office oversees Oroua Downs School?
Oroua Downs School falls under the jurisdiction of the Whanganui Office local education office, which is part of the Manawatū-Whanganui Region Regional Council area.
How do I find Oroua Downs School on a map?
You can find Oroua Downs School using the interactive map on this page (GPS coordinates: -40.374304, 175.319996). Alternatively, open it directly in Google Maps using the link provided below the map.
How do I enrol my child at Oroua Downs School?
To enrol your child at Oroua Downs School, we recommend contacting the school directly on 06-3299730 or emailing office@orouadowns.school.nz. The school will be able to advise on their enrolment scheme, in-zone requirements, and any available spaces.
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