Mahana School is located in the beautiful Moutere Hills. Our school is a rural full primary New Entrants to Year 8, (ages 5–13) with three classrooms. We have a fully equipped kitchen and library, and our students are supported by up to date e learning and information technology.

There are four full time registered teachers, including the principal and one part-time teacher. A teacher aide who works with individuals and small groups in a range of activities in and out of class.

Children needing reading support are supported by a specialist teacher in structured literacy.

The school multiple connections to musicians who are available to provide individual tuition during a school day, for those who would like it.

Please see below or come in for a chat.

Assemblies

Hui

At 9am each Monday we hold a whole school hui for a welcome to the week and notices. This is for students and families are welcome to be there.

We have two assemblies each term where we celebrate our learning and tamariki. We are also excited to have a 'Whānau Learning Celebration' where we open our doors to share out successes.

Athletic Sports

Kaipara

This event is usually held close to Armistice Day, 11 November each year and whānau are encouraged to attend if possible.

Book Club

Karapu Pukapuka

Scholastic brochures are distributed to students throughout the year.

Buses

Riua Pahi

A Ministry funded bus is available to whānau who qualify. Contact the office to enquire about the route and expectations.

Creative Opportunties

Mask Parade, Productions, Band ...

Mahana has a 'can do' attitude and we love to give things a go, especially anything that allows us to be creative, involved, and learn within the arts curriculum.

Dental Service

Rata Niho

Mahana School is serviced by the Richmond School Dental Clinic, ph. 543 9292

Enrolments

Whakauru

New prospective parents are welcome. Parents can head to our enrol page and get started. Parents will also receive a school booklet that outlines school routines and other general information. While we do have an enrolment zone please contact the office to see what places are available.

Fiesta

Hui Taurima

The Mahana School Fiesta is held near the start of March most years.

Home and School

Kura Tautāwhi

This is a voluntary group of amazing parents. All Mahana parents / caregivers are welcome to join.

The association provides support to the school through fund raising, organising social and community activities, hosting special occasions, and generally assisting in the running of the school, and are very much appreciated.

Home Connections

Pānga

Most importantly for us is ensuring we establish and maintain strong home and school relationships and partnerships. It does take a village and we want to ensure strong home and school partnership exists. Please contact your child's class teacher with any needs or concerns.

Kāhui Ako ki Motueka

Motueka Community of Learning

Mahana is an active member of the Motueka Kahui Ako. For more information see the Kahui Ako website.

Library

Whare Pukapuka

At present the library is situated in the storage shed near the swimming pool. Families are welcome to use the library.

Music Tuition

Whakaako Rangi

A music tutor is available for one to one during school time. Contact the school office to find out more.

Kawerongo

A school newsletter is sent out and posted to the web every second week.

Parent Help

Āwhina

Parents are welcome to help out in any way possible.

Reporting to Parents and Whānau

Term One - Written Individual Reports and a Parent - Teacher Interview. Term Three – Written Individual Reports and a Parent – Teacher Interview. Any parent or teacher can request an interview at any time with an appointment time convenient to both.

Restorative Practice

Ritenga Haumanu

Mahana School uses restorative practices to resolve behaviour issues encouraging children to take responsibility for choices made, understanding the effect on others, and learning what to do next time.

Smoke and Vape Free

Whaitua Auahi Kore

We are totally smoke and vape free on our premises.

Sport

Hākinakina

Mahana School meets on an annual basis with Motueka schools for swimming, gymnastics, cross country, winter sports and athletic sports. Teams are arranged for extra curricula sports regularly.

Student Responsibilities

Takohanga

Responsibilities include bell ringing, phone monitor, bus monitors, P.E. shed monitors, library monitor and peer mediator.

Swimming Pool

Hōpua

The pool is available to the community to use outside of school hours in the summer. Keys are available from the school office.

Technology Education

Hangarau

Once per week all Year 7 and 8 pupils travel by bus to Motueka for their Technology education at the Motueka Technology Centre based at Parklands School.