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Welcome to Waihola District School

Waihola District School is a full primary school (Yr 1-8) with generous, attractive learning spaces, inside and out. Nestled among native trees, it overlooks generous grounds, the lake and gentle rolling hills.

Waihola is located on the edge of the Taieri Plains, not far from Sinclair Wetlands. The school has a long history, dating back to 1859, one of the first schools in Otago.

Recently redesigned, our learning spaces, including two classrooms, a hall, library & central learning hub, allow greater collaboration & connection across the school. Environmental Education and Education for Sustainability are important parts of our school. Our outdoor education areas include raised vegetable gardens, a shade house, tunnel house and native garden.

Our committed, capable staff are supported by an interested and active community. Well-resourced, the school supports all children to "work and learn together to be the best that they can be".

Our school resources are well-used by the local community. Waihola District School provides a meeting place where all may be inspired and supported to become life-long learners.

What's happening at Waihola District School?

Latest Notices

School Swimming Information

18 Jul 2025

Kia ora e te whānau,

Thank you for filling out the swimming permission and transport form. We really appreciate everyone who has offered to help with supervision, transport, or both – I’ll be in touch soon with more details for those involved.

Attached is the general swimming information form, outlining what your child will need each week and the structure of the sessions.

If you have any further questions, please don’t hesitate to get in touch.

Louise Crowl

Booking Parent-Teacher Interviews Wednesday 23rd July

18 Jul 2025

Parent-Teacher Interviews

Parent-teacher interviews will be held on Wednesday 23rd July, between 3:20pm and 7:00pm.

Each interview will be 10 minutes per child. If you feel more time is needed, a follow-up meeting can be arranged at a mutually convenient time.

If Wednesday is not suitable, please email your child’s classroom teacher to arrange an alternative day and time.

An electronic copy of your child’s report will be sent via email on Monday, giving you time to read it and prepare any questions you may have for the interview. A paper copy of the report will be provided at your interview.

Please book a time slot using the booking form provided. We look forward to meeting with you to discuss your child’s progress.

https://docs.google.com/document/d/1sxRNA2p3lZUk6LCf3ov8hWKsps6BdzQ_6pfgHXYFj10/edit?tab=t.0 booking form

Louise Crowl

School Newsletter Week 8/9

23 Jun 2025

Kia ora e te whānau,

The Last Week of Term 2!
That has rolled around fast!

Here is our final newsletter for the term, with a few important reminders as we head into the last few days.

Thank you for all your support throughout the term—it’s been a busy and rewarding one!

We’re nearly there—just a few more days to go before a well-earned break!