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Lawrence Area School

18 Harrington Street Lawrence

Lawrence Area School is a Composite located in Lawrence. The school operates under the State authority within the Otago Region region.

With a roll of approximately 138 students, Lawrence Area School provides a diverse community environment (Co-Educational). Having served the community since January 1861, the school maintains an active presence online at http://www.las.school.nz/.

School Data & Characteristics

Org Name
Lawrence Area School
Telephone
03-4859906
Email
office@las.school.nz
Contact1 Name
Dave Bagwell
URL
http://www.las.school.nz/
Add1 Line1
18 Harrington Street
Add1 City
Lawrence
Add2 City
Lawrence
Urban Rural Indicator
Rural settlement
Org Type
Composite
Authority
State
CoEd Status
Co-Educational
Territorial Authority
Clutha District
Regional Council
Otago Region
Local Office Name
Dunedin Office
Education Region
Otago, Southland
Latitude
-45.921137
Longitude
169.686813
EQi Index
460
Total
138
DateSchoolOpened
1861-01-26
Status
Open
Language of Instruction
All students taught in English/other setting
BoardingFacilities
No

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Lawrence Area School answered for parents and students.

What type of school is Lawrence Area School?

Lawrence Area School is a Composite school, operating under the State authority in the Otago Region region of New Zealand.

Where is Lawrence Area School located?

Lawrence Area School is located in Lawrence, New Zealand. The address is 18 Harrington Street Lawrence.

Is Lawrence Area School a co-educational school?

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

How many students attend Lawrence Area School?

As of the most recent data, Lawrence Area School has a school roll of approximately 138 students, making it a small school by New Zealand standards.

How do I contact Lawrence Area School?

You can contact Lawrence Area School by phone on 03-4859906, or by email at office@las.school.nz.

Does Lawrence Area School have a website?

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

When did Lawrence Area School open?

Lawrence Area School was established and opened its doors in January 1861. It has been serving the local community and the Otago Region region ever since.

Which local education office oversees Lawrence Area School?

Lawrence Area School falls under the jurisdiction of the Dunedin Office local education office, which is part of the Otago Region Regional Council area.

How do I find Lawrence Area School on a map?

You can find Lawrence Area School using the interactive map on this page (GPS coordinates: -45.921137, 169.686813). Alternatively, open it directly in Google Maps using the link provided below the map.

How do I enrol my child at Lawrence Area School?

To enrol your child at Lawrence Area School, we recommend contacting the school directly on 03-4859906 or emailing office@las.school.nz. The school will be able to advise on their enrolment scheme, in-zone requirements, and any available spaces.

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