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Nestled in the heart of Frasertown, a close-knit rural community with a rich history, Te Pito o Te Kapu - Frasertown School has been a cornerstone of education for over 150 years. Our school proudly serves approximately 100-120 students in small, nurturing classes, fostering a strong sense of whanau where every individual is valued. Reflecting the diverse tapestry of our community, our student body is predominantly Māori and European, enriched by the presence of various other cultures. This vibrant mix contributes to a rich and inclusive learning environment.
At Te Pito o Te Kapu, our vision is driven by three core strategic goals: Excellence, Equity, and Environment. We strive to provide our Frasertown whanau with opportunities to achieve excellence in all their endeavors, ensuring equitable access and support so every student can thrive and be their best. Central to our philosophy is the creation of a safe and welcoming learning environment where all members of our whanau feel a deep sense of belonging.
Our curriculum is deeply rooted in Te Ao Māori, with Te Reo Māori woven throughout our daily practices. We are committed to upholding the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi, fostering understanding and equitable outcomes for all learners. Through initiatives such as Te Ara Whakamana, PB4L (Positive Behaviour for Learning), and Kaupapa Māori Curriculum (KC) play, we empower our students, cultivate positive behaviours, and ignite a love for learning within a Māori context.
Te Pito o Te Kapu is more than just a school; it is the "centre" – te pito – of our community. We cherish our strong connections with whanau and the wider Frasertown area, working collaboratively to ensure the success and wellbeing of our tamariki. We invite you to join our Frasertown whanau and experience the unique and enriching education offered at Te Pito o Te Kapu - Frasertown School.
The rivers that join at Frasertown were once a meeting place for chiefs of the region, a place of connection. School can also be a meeting place of many things that will make you, you. Knowledge, friendships, mistakes, learning and ultimately growth.
The ribbon is symbolic of the school in its bright red colour. Mimicking the school logo, three pieces come together near the koru shaped centre as the rivers come together in Frasertown. The Hangaroa and Ruakituri rivers meet at Te Reinga then flow towards the sea. Carried in this painting by the Korimako who brings good luck and safety. He is believed to be one of the nga aitanga Kapakapa a Tane (winged children of the forest God) due to his beautiful song. May we always encourage the unique songs of the children here.
The Waiau river travels from Waikaremoana, carried here by the Kereru. Representing peace and abundance, they are vital to our eco system by dispersing native seeds. Much like education which can plant seeds of knowledge and awareness hopefully sparking passions.
These two rivers merge together to form Te Wairoa Hopupu Honengenenge Matangirau. Carried by the Tui, thought to be a messenger for the Atua, symbolising harmony and guardianship. They protect traveler’s on their journey and our children are on a journey through schooling and life. Like our tamariki, tui are communicators full of joy and creativity. Surrounding them all are leaves from the schools long standing oak tree.
May these manu Māori watch over all attending Frasertown School and bring us together like nature once did with the three rivers.
Kia ora whanau
On Saturday 17 Oct we've just completed a noho marae wānanga with the 2026 Frasertown School kapa haka performance team for the Wairoa District Kapa Haka Festival in mid November. We had the wānanga at Pākōwhai Marae.
Huge thanks to the parents who worked in the cook house feeding the team and looking after all the logistics. Great work and thanks to these wonderful helpers. Thanks, also, to the parents who provided yummy home baking, the children loved all these treats as they worked hard over this wānanga time.
Big ups to Matua Nigel, Whaea Tarnz, Whaea Hope and Whaea Liz for their leadership and tutoring of our Frasertown kapa team who are looking pretty damn good in terms of a performance group. Some way to go but the children and their tutors are working hard to be really good (and having a lot of fun on the way) at the festival.
Noho ora mai
Colin Tarr - Principal
Hi parents/caregivers of Year 6 students
This is being held at Camp Kaitawa this year. In order to get the most time up in this beautiful area the camp leaders are keen for the children and helpers to journey up on the afternoon of Sunday 22 Nov so they stay at camp Sunday night, have all day Monday in the area, stay on Monday night and then head back to school around 1pm on Tuesday 24 Nov.
More details will be sent home in early term 4. Mrs Gray and Ms Bailey are putting the finishing touches to the programme over the term break. Just a 'heads up' of the journey up to the lake on the Sunday 22nd Nov afternoon instead of early Monday morning.
Ngā mihi
Colin Tarr - relieving principal
Kia ora parents/caregivers of kapa haka team members
The overnight wānanga for this group is scheduled for 3.15pm Friday 16 October 2026 through to 3pm on Saturday 17 October 2026. It was going to be at the school but we've decided to have this at Pakowhai Marae 94 Pakowhai Rd Frasertown. The marae has all the equipment and bedding etc all set up. More details will follow early in week 1 term 4, but this is just a 'heads up' on the change of venue.
Noho ora mai
Colin Tarr - Relieving Principal
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