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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 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.

Welcome to Te Paina School

Kia Ora, Talofa Lava, Kia Orana, Malo e lelei and warm greetings to you all.

My name is Adam Tamariki and I am very proud to be serving as the Principal of Te Paina School. We are an amazing Year 1-8 rural school situated in the heart of the Mercer community. We have a fantastic team who are passionate about our tamariki and making learning fun and engaging. Our akonga are actively engaged in their learning journey. We encourage our students to explore, discover and lead their learning through hands on experiences and a range of learning opportunities. Please come and visit us at Te Paina. We would very much love to have you be a part of our learning community here at Te Paina School.

Adam Tamariki

Principal | Tumuaki

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What's happening at Te Paina School?

Upcoming Events in February

Fri 13

Passion Friday

13 Feb 2026

Fri 13

School Assembly - Tuatahi hosting

13 Feb 2026

Mon 16

Year 7/8 Technology

16 Feb 2026

Tue 24

Learning Journey Whaanau Meetings - Tuatahi, Tuarua and Harakeke

24 Feb 2026

Wed 25

Learning Journey Whaanau Meetings - Tuatahi, Tuarua and Harakeke

25 Feb 2026

Fri 27

Passion Friday

27 Feb 2026

Fri 27

School Assembly - Tuarua hosting

27 Feb 2026

Latest Notices

WATER IS BACK ON - Thanks everyone!

11 Feb 2026

Kia Ora all,

The water has been fixed - all good now. Thanks to those who have already come in to collect their children.

See you all soon or see you tomorrow!

Ngaa mihi,

WATER TANK ISSUE - No water at school temporarily - Technician on the way

11 Feb 2026

Kia Ora Te Paina whaanau,

Our water tank has a technical issue at present which means we have no running water at the moment. The technician has given us an ETA of 1:45pm.

If you are able to collect your children early today that would be great. If not, they are OK for now as they can still use the toilets and they have their water bottles to keep them hydrated.

We are just keeping you informed and we are asking if you can pick them up early then please do so. It should all be fixed again this afternoon.

Thank you for your support and understanding.

Ngaa mihi,

Team Te Paina

Our Kids Online - 2 Minute Tuesdays

10 Feb 2026

Kia Ora whaanau,

Our Two-Minute Tuesdays are back with some great Online Safety tips for parents and whaanau.

Here is this week's instalment:

https://mailchi.mp/b963150433d6/adminourkidsonlineinfo-16724843?e=716c270dc5

Have a great day!

Team Te Paina