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Growing Connected Learners

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Growing connected learners who make positive contributions to our thriving community.

A coeducational school for Years 7 – 13 set in rural grounds in Katikati, New Zealand.

Rooted in Whanaungatanga​ and Manaakitanga​, we empower our students to lead with kindness and build lasting connections. Together, we nurture the kaitiaki of tomorrow – students who respect our environment, honour our history, and contribute to a thriving community.

A NOTE FROM OUR TUMUAKI

Choosing the right school is a significant milestone in your child’s journey.

At Katikati College, we believe that education is most powerful when it is rooted in Whanaungatanga. We are dedicated to growing connected learners who are motivated to achieve their personal best within a culture of Manaakitanga and respect.

As Kaitiaki of our students’ potential and our local environment, we offer a balanced education that challenges the mind while nurturing the spirit. We invite you to explore how our vibrant community supports every student to make a positive, lasting contribution. Please reach out to us to learn more about joining our whānau.

Ngā mihi nui,
Lou Buckley, Tumuaki

Louise Buckley Katikati College's school principal, community-focused principal stands on school grounds and shows educational leadership

Lou Buckley

Tumuaki

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Leading through Manaakitanga

We empower our students to lead with kindness and service. Through our diverse leadership and community programs, learners develop the character to make genuine, positive contributions.

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A Culture of Connection

At the heart of our College is Whanaungatanga. We pride ourselves on building strong, restorative relationships that ensure every student feels a deep sense of belonging and identity.

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Guardians of Knowledge & Place

As Kaitiaki​, our students engage in a balanced curriculum that respects our local environment and honours our history, fostering a lifelong responsibility to care for the world around them.

Katikati College students working together in small groups in a classroom

Achieving Personal Best

We provide a supportive yet challenging learning environment where “connected learners” are encouraged to excel academically, culturally, and on the sporting field.

GROWING CONNECTED LEARNERS

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THE BRIDGE TO EXCELLENCE

Year 7 & 8

Katikati College is unique in our region, welcoming students in Year 7. This early start allows us to provide a seamless seven-year journey, ensuring students are academically prepared and socially confident as they transition into secondary school life.

Katikati College hockey team playing on blue turf building extra curricular activities and skills
BEYOND THE CLASSROOM

Extra-Curricular Life

At Katikati College, we believe that some of the most profound “connected learning” happens outside the traditional classroom. We offer a rich tapestry of extra-curricular opportunities designed to spark passion, build resilience, and foster lifelong friendships.

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EMPOWERING PERSONAL EXCELLENCE

Our Curriculum

At Katikati College, learning is a partnership. Our curriculum is designed to be a bridge between a student’s natural curiosity and their future career. We don’t just teach subjects; we develop capabilities, fostering the leadership, adaptability, and ownership required for life in the 21st century.

NEW ZEALAND HOMESTAY & SCHOOLING

International programme

Looking for a school where your child will feel welcomed, supported, and inspired? Katikati College offers international students more than just an education – we offer a true New Zealand experience.

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International enrolment
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“Katikati College provides an abundance of opportunities across a wide range of areas. These opportunities, along with the support continually provided from the kura, have helped me to grow and develop into who I am today.”

Coby Taylor (Head Student 2026) from Katikati Primary School

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The best way to experience our culture is to see it in action.

We welcome requests for personal interviews or individual school tours. Please contact our office to arrange a visit.

Phone 07 549 0434
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