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ABOUT US

Nestled in a pretty valley close to Mercer village, approx 3 kilometres from SH1, Te Paina Primary School is situated in a picturesque rural setting.
Within this calming and inspiring location, our inclusive learning programs and sincere, caring teachers nurture our students and encourage them to experience learning success. Our highest measure of success is that the majority of our students love coming to school.

What's happening at Te Paina School?

Upcoming Events in November

Wed 11

Year 7/8 Technology

11 Nov 2026

Fri 13

MOE Curriculum Day

13 Nov 2026

Mon 16

Franklin Athletics

16 Nov 2026

Wed 18

East Group 1-2 Tabloids

18 Nov 2026

Fri 20

Passion Friday

20 Nov 2026

Fri 20

School Assembly - Tuarua hosting

20 Nov 2026

Wed 25

Year 7/8 Technology

25 Nov 2026

Wed 25

East Group Year 3-4 Tabloids

25 Nov 2026

Latest Notices

Photo Day Postponed
6 Nov 2026

Kia ora Te Paina whaanau

I have just had word from PhotoLife that both photographers are unwell today, so there will be no school photos today. I will let you all know when are new date has been organised. 

 

Ngaa mihi,

                 Whaea Haley

School Photos
5 Nov 2026

Kia ora Te Paina whaanau

Just a quick reminder that we have got school photos tomorrow. 

Please ensure all students arrive in full, clean school uniform, ready to share their best smiles.  

Ngaa mihi, 

                  Whaea Haley

Term 4 week 3 Newsletter
27 Oct 2026

Kia ora. Te Paina whaanau

Please find attached our latest newsletter for Term 4. 

Ngaa mihi, 

                  Whaea Haley

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Term 4 dates
13 Oct 2026

Kia ora Te Paina whaanau

Welcome Back to Term 4!

It has been lovely having all the students back at kura! Just a few quick reminders as we start the new term:

During Term 4, all students are expected to wear a hat during break times and outdoor activities. Please make sure your child brings a hat to school every day.

Term dates have been for Term 4. Any additions or changes to these dates will be communicated via Skool Loop.

Ngaa mihi

Team Te Paina 

Term-4-dates.pdf

Learning Celebration
18 Sep 2026

Kia ora. Te Paina whaanau,

We warmly invite you to attend Te Paina School’s Learning Celebration on Friday 25th from 9:00 am to 12:30 pm.

This will be a wonderful opportunity to step into the classroom, share in your child’s enthusiasm, and see the fantastic work they have achieved this term.

Please find the timetable for the events attached so you can plan your visit around your child's classroom time slot. 

We look forward to welcoming you into school and celebrating the students' hard work.

Ngaa mihi ,

                  Team Te Paina 

 

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