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Choosing the right school for your child is one of the most important decisions you will make to prepare them for their future. At Katikati College we offer your child a balanced education that embraces the whole student; supporting, motivating and challenging them to achieve their personal best.

So please have a look around to learn what our College can offer you and get in touch with our office if you have any further questions on (07) 549 0434.

Ngā mihi nui

Louise Buckley

Message from our Tumuaki

Tēnā koutou katoa e te whānau,

As we move towards the end of another busy and rewarding term, I am delighted to share some highlights and achievements from across our school community.

Currently, we are celebrating Te Wiki o te Reo Māori with a range of engaging activities throughout the kura. It is so important for our staff, students, and whānau to keep using Te Reo Māori, as embracing the language strengthens our sense of identity, deepens our cultural connection, and honours our commitment to Kaitiakitanga as guardians of local knowledge and heritage. When we use te reo Māori every day, we uplift one another and nurture a truly inclusive environment where everyone belongs.

Congratulations to Saloni Mahi on being voted as the Student Trustee on the School Board! We know she will do an amazing job representing student voice and giving back to our school community. Our sincere thanks go to Charlie Aisake, who finishes his term on the board; he has been an advocate for his peers and has served our kura with real integrity.

Over the past few weeks, our college has hosted a number of fantastic events where our students have been able to demonstrate their extraordinary artistic flair. The NCEA music assessment evenings and KKC’s Got Talent are times when our students’ creativity, courage, and dedication truly shine, filling our school with immense energy and pride.

We also celebrate our student athletes who represented our school with distinction at Winter Tournament Week across basketball, equestrian, football, hockey, rugby and netball. We know the pride, dedication, and valuable learnings - both on and off the field - that come from competing at this level. This energy carried through to the Zespri AIMS Games, where we saw incredible achievements, including Frankie-Lee Craw placing 1st in the Artistic Floor event! Well done to all the students who represented in teams and as individuals. AIMS is such an amazing event for our young people to be involved in. A special mention as well to our students who officiated in a range of capacities, showing great leadership and Manaakitanga. As summer sports get underway, we wish all involved the very best of luck. Play fair, play hard, and continue to represent your kura with pride.

Our commitment to growing connected learners who make positive contributions is visible in many areas across the school:

Kaitiaki in action: Our Year 7 & 8 Conservation Group has been demonstrating true Kaitiakitanga through hands-on care and stewardship of our local environment.

Authentic Learning: A range of curriculum trips recently has provided rich, real-world learning outside the classroom. Our students are very fortunate to have these opportunities to connect their learning to our thriving community.

Uniform & Pride: Thank you to all students who are wearing their uniform correctly. There has been a clear focus on this over the last few weeks, and it has been very pleasing to see the difference in how our students present themselves - wearing their uniforms smartly and showing pride in our school identity.

Mobile Phone Expectations: A continued reminder regarding mobile phones: these should be turned off and kept in a student’s bag, not in their pocket. The positive difference in classroom focus and face-to-face interaction has been noticeable, helping foster stronger Whanaungatanga and direct engagement during the day.

Finally, as we approach the final stretch of the academic year, our senior students are preparing for key assessments and external exams. This is a crucial time - study hard, seek support from your teachers, and don’t let a few credits stand between you and your qualifications. Work closely with your teachers and deans to ensure you reach your full potential.

Thank you for another fantastic term. Enjoy a well-deserved holiday break, and we will see everyone back, re-energised and ready to learn, on Monday 12 October.

Ngā mihi nui,

Lou Buckley

Tumuaki | Principal

Bus Route Changes

As from Tuesday 28 April the following route changes will be implemented:

- S5 will now travel directly to and from Ōmokoroa.
- S2 will now include Esdaile Road and Wainui South Road.
- S3 will now include Lockington Road.

For full details of stops and times please see Katikati EasyBus website at https://katikati.easybus.nz

Kindo is at Katikati College

Working together with Kindo, our school offers a simple and quick way to view and pay for school items, course costs, sports fees and event tickets. This is our method of payment, and we encourage you to set up your myKindo account today.