Nau mai, Haere mai
Welcome to Gate Pā School

Gate Pā School is a special place committed to the well-being and learning of every child.

Our school's vision ‘Empowering Rangatira to Value The Past To Create The Future' ensures that in building a bright future, we look first to the past and its people. This vision together with a 'lived' set of values makes Gate Pā School a place where all learners feel safe to thrive.
A team of dedicated professionals and high quality facilities, support all our students to develop the values, knowledge, and skills that will enable them to live full and satisfying lives.
We value home-school partnerships and look forward to working with you to provide your child with the best possible educational experience.

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Ngā mihi mahana ki a koutou katoa.
Warm greetings to you all,

It is my absolute pleasure to welcome you to Gate Pā School. A school which prides itself on nurturing the uniqueness of every child.

There is something special about Gate Pā School; warmth and acceptance are felt on arrival. This may be because of the high value we place on parent-whanau connections, and the rich history of our area which reinforces the need for compassion and understanding.

Student well-being and learning are central to all our decisions. We believe that when students are happy and feel a sense of belonging they thrive. A culture of high expectations for learning and behaviour exists. This, together with a team of highly skilled staff, support every student to be the very best they can be.

We are immensely proud of the cultural diversity of Gate Pā School and take every opportunity to embrace and celebrate the histories and traditions of all students.

We treasure the unique place of Māori and all students have the opportunity to develop te reo and tikanga. We also offer both Māori immersion and bilingual education. Our kura works closely with a thriving early childhood immersion option - Te Puna Reo o Pukehinahina.

Gate Pā School is a special place, committed to the well-being and learning of every child. Come and see for yourself.

Call in or phone the office for an appointment, we’d love to meet you.

Nau mai, haere mai.
Rochelle Jensen
Principal/Tumuaki

Term Dates 2023

School Office Opens: Thursday 26th January and Friday 27th January

Auckland Anniversary Day: School Closed: Monday 30th January

Term 1

Wednesday 1st February - Thursday 6th April (10 weeks)

Important Dates:

School Starts - Wednesday 1st February. Powhiri - 9:15 am

Waitangi Day - Monday 6th February (School Closed)

Meet the Teacher - Thursday 16th February

Whānau BBQ - Thursday 23rd February 3:15 - 5:30 pm

Good Friday - 7th April (School Closed)

Term 2

Wednesday 26th April - Friday 30th June (10 weeks)

Important Dates:

School Starts - Wednesday 26th April

Staff Only Day - Monday 24th April (School Closed)

ANZAC Day - Tuesday 25th April (School Closed)

Staff Only Day - Friday 2nd June (School Closed)

King’s Birthday - Monday 5th June (School Closed)

Student Led Conferences - Thursday 8th June

Matariki Day - Friday 14th July (Falls Within School Break)

Term 3

Monday 17th July - Friday 22nd September (10 weeks)

Important Dates:

School Starts - Monday 17th July

Staff Only Day - Monday 18th September (School Closed)

Term 4

Monday 9th October - Friday 15th December (10 weeks)

Important Dates:

School Starts: Monday 9th October

Labour Day - Monday 23rd October (School Closed)

Learner Led Conferences - Thursday 26th October

School Finishes 12:00 - Friday 15th December