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WELCOME TO HIWINUI SCHOOL

We believe every learner has potential and can achieve at their best.
 
Our classroom programmes are designed so all learners thrive. At Hiwinui School our Teachers and Learning Assistants are focused on challenging learners in a supportive and nurturing way. We spend time getting to know the strengths of each learner and what they love most. Relationships with our learners and their whānau are paramount.
 
Our approach to learning includes: explicit teaching, play based learning within our junior school, enviro programmes, academic challenges and EOTC.   Learning is connected to the world around us; our school environment and our wider rural setting. We ‘push the boundaries’ so all learners get ‘the best deal’! This is achieved through intervention programmes and also acceleration programmes with additional opportunities for learners to shine.
 
Our values of being Pathfinders, being Energised, showing Awhi and acting as Kaitiaki are embedded across our school and infused within our school curriculum. These values support our learners to ‘Reach their Peak’!   

 



 

 

What's happening at Hiwinui School?

Upcoming Events in February

Wed 18

School Triathlon

18 Feb 2026

Latest Notices

School back on as usual tomorrow
16 Feb 2026

Kia ora whānau,

This is a quick message to let you know that school will be back on as usual tomorrow. 

Please take care on the roads during your morning commute. We look forward to seeing everyone at the normal time for another great day of learning!

Ngā mihi,

Jo

Bikes for triathlon
16 Feb 2026

Kia ora, 

Our Hiwinui School Triathlon is on Wednesday, starting with our Wharite children at 11.00am and then moving onto our Maharahara children from approx 11.45am. Families are more than welcome to come support at this time.

Please can we have all bikes at school tommorrow for practices. (We will store bikes inside at school overnight, unless they need it afterschool). If your child doesn’t have a bike they are absolutely welcome to be part of our duathlon. We look forward to seeing all our children energised about this event!

Thanks

IMPORTANT: SCHOOL CLOSURE MONDAY FEB 16TH
16 Feb 2026

Kia ora koutou,

Due to the weather we have made the decision that school will be CLOSED today. The safety of our tamariki, staff, and whānau is our absolute priority. 

Please take care and stay safe.

Ngā mihi,

Jo

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