Making a difference - self, others and environment
Tai Tapu School is one of the oldest primary schools in Waitaha | Canterbury and dates back to 1876. Although Tai Tapu School has a history of 150-plus years of educating the tamariki in Tai Tapu, the learning hubs are designed with modern, collaborative learning in mind.
We are proud of a long tradition of semi-rural education, which combines the benefits of a semi-rural position with all the opportunities of contemporary educational practice. We value our bicultural heritage and Te Tiriti o Waitangi | Treaty of Waitangi. Our tamariki are passionate learners who understand their strengths and how their actions make a difference. Our Kaiako are inspirational, innovative and diverse. We ask them to spark and inspire our ākonga.
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Principal's Welcome
Kia ora koutou, tamariki, whānau, and community members of Tai Tapu School. It’s a privilege to introduce myself as the new Tumuaki (Principal) of Tai Tapu School. My name is Amanda Clarkson, and I am deeply honored to become part of this exceptional and historic school community.
Enrolments
Tai Tapu School is not currently taking out of zone enrolments with the exception of Priority 2,3,4 and 5 children. The Board is reviewing out of zone enrolments on a term by term basis for Priority 6 children.
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