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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

Please see Start of Year dates and times for 2026

Kindo is now at Katikati College

Please see information for Kindo Enrolment

Message from our Tumuaki | Principal

Kia ora koutou

Welcome back to Katikati College. We are looking forward to seeing students and whānau
over the coming weeks. In preparation for the school year beginning, I would like to share
some important reminders.

Our Vision and Values

“Growing connected learners who make positive contributions to our thriving community” is
what we are about at Katikati College. Our school vision is evident in all that we do and
drives our decision-making. Our school values are:

● Whanaungatanga - building connections and relationships
● Kaitiakitanga - guardianship of the environment and knowledge
● Manaakitanga - kindness, respect, and service to and for others

Tuesday 3 February - New Students
All new students are to be in the College Hall by 8.30 am in preparation for the Pōwhiri.
Whānau are welcome to attend the Pōwhiri.
After the Pōwhiri, whānau are invited for kai. Following this, Year 7 students will be
introduced to their homeroom teacher and taken to their class.
All other new students will meet their Dean, and once formalities are completed will be
dismissed.
Year 7 students will be dismissed at the conclusion of the day at 3.05 pm. The school buses
will be running; see the EasyBus website for details of all routes with timings.

Wednesday 4 February - All Students
8.30 am - Year 9 students meet in the hall.
All other students meet at their form classes. 8.50 am - The timetable begins.
Students can check their form teacher and class through their Parent Portal. The new
timetable will be live on Wednesday, 28 January.

NCEA Success
We are proud to share that our students' dedication to their studies has been reflected in our
overall 2025 NCEA pass rates. Our provisional results are below:
Year 11: 83.3%
Year 12: 74.8%
Year 13: 73.2%

We look forward to seeing our senior students return to continue their academic journey.

Staffing Updates
We are excited to welcome the following staff.
● Bianca Till - SENCo
● Nidhiya Kuriakose - English
● Ashanti Greig - ESOL & English
● Michelle Wood - Social Science
● Jo Ormsby - PE & Health and Sports Coordinator
● Amy Pennington - Year 7 & 8
● Lucy de Andrad-Alway - Year 7 & 8
● Tagan Frew - Year 7 & 8
● Isaac Newland - Junior Curriculum Science

● Lucy Taylor - Year 7 & 8 and English
● Barry Corlett - Part-time Music
● Philippa Baker - International Administrator & Homestay Coordinator
● Rochelle Jensen - Teacher Aide

This increase in staffing is allowing us to provide smaller class sizes across the junior school
and a greater depth of curriculum in the senior school. Watch out for the college newsletter
for their introduction and any other staffing updates.

Communication
Teachers will be communicating with whānau over the next couple of weeks. Introducing
themselves, their expectations and an overview of what students are covering. When
communicating with staff and teachers at Katikati College, it's important for whānau, parents,
and the community to follow guidelines that promote respectful and constructive interactions.

Attendance
Regular attendance remains an important focus, and establishing strong attendance habits
from Day 1 makes a real difference to student success. To be eligible to represent the
College at sporting, arts, and cultural events, students are expected to attend school
regularly, with a minimum attendance of 80%, and to meet the College’s expectations for
representing our kura with pride. We appreciate the support of whānau in helping students
attend every day where possible. The diagram below highlights how everyday attendance
adds up over time and the positive impact this has on learning and opportunities. If there are
challenges affecting your child’s attendance, we encourage you to connect with us (Form
Teacher, Homeroom Teacher, or Dean) early to assist with support and/or strategies.

attendance.pdf

EOTC
As part of Education Outside the Classroom, we continue to streamline consents. All local
low-risk events will come under general consent. All students need to complete the General
Consent form (hardcopies will come home with students) and return to reception. This
consent form will then cover students through to them leaving Katikati College. The 2025
General Consent information will continue to be used until Friday 13 February.

Uniform
A reminder of uniform expectations, which are located on our website. Please ensure
ākonga are in the correct uniform. If you need any support with uniform, please contact the
dean.

Mobile Phones

Please remind students that Katikati College follows the government mandate of phones
away for the day. If a student does have a mobile phone with them, it needs to be turned off
and in their school bag.

Stationery
Your child’s back-to-school class list is ready for purchasing stationery at both Office Max
and Office Products Depot.

We are looking forward to a year of exciting opportunities for our students and community.

Please check the College website and follow our Facebook page for important dates and
information. Our Newsletter, which is to be published in a few weeks, will also have further
information.

Ngā mihi nui

Lou Buckley
Tumuaki | Principal