Term Dates

COURAGE TO BE YOURSELF

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Principal's Welcome

Kia Ora, Talofa Lava, Malo e lelei, Kia Orana, Greetings,

Te Mata School is a full primary school situated in a stunning rural location at the heart of the Te Mata community. Our personalised learning programs and teaching strategies are especially tailored to cater for the academic, social and physical development needs of each unique student at our school.

“Courage to be Yourself”.

We have a whanau style approach where our whole learning community supports the academic, physical and emotional development of everyone at Te Mata School. The vibrant and committed teachers provide a range of programs and activities to support this approach.

We have our “Fish Philosophy” that underpins the values of Te Mata School and weaves it way through all aspects of our children’s day.

Like parents, the staff and Board of Trustees at Te Mata School want the best for all our students. This is achieved in an atmosphere of friendly co-operation which involves the school, the students and their families.

If you would like more information about Te Mata School or to arrange a visit, please feel free to contact the office to make an appointment, it would be our pleasure to show you around.

Fiona Gott, Principal

OUR MISSION

Fish Philosophy

In 2006, Te Mata School explored many educational and business models when trying to define Te Mata School’s Culture. We decided that we would adopt John Yokoyama’s business model of his ‘World Famous Pike Place Fish Market in Seattle’.

Our school mission is learning together to achieve. We embrace the FISH philosophy from Seattle:

Play
Make their Day
Be Present
Choose your Attitude

	ABOUT TE MATA What makes us unique?
	Te Mata School is a full primary, co-educational facility located at the base of Mt Karioi between the Raglan and Aotea Harbours on the West Coast of the North Island. The school is 135 years old and has a rich history.
	Te Mata consists of six permanent classrooms, an adventure playground and extensive, park – like grounds which feature large mature trees and spacious areas for students to play and to enjoy the peace and shade. The school is proud of its large swimming pool and tennis courts.
	It is our people that make Te Mata School unique, our students, parents, staff, Board of Trustees & our wider community. Our people are committed to making Te Mata School the best learning environment. We care about past experiences & care about creating new learning opportunities.
	Our weekly Whanau Newsletter promotes our caring culture & fosters a strong communication link for our families. When developing policies and practices for our school every endeavor is made to reflect New Zealand’s cultural diversity & the unique position of Maori culture.

What's happening at Te Mata School (Raglan)?

Upcoming Events in July

Fri 31

ERO Onsite

31 Jul 2026

Fri 31

Cross Country

31 Jul 2026

Latest Notices

Hot dogs and sausage sizzle

26 Jul 2026

Hi everyone

This week the hot dogs will be on Thursday, so make sure your orders are in earlier this week.

Friday there will be a free sausage sizzle for all children at the cross country and visitors can buy them for $3. All profits will go to the Te Mata P.T.A.

So bring your change along and enjoy a hot sausage n bread on the day!

With thanks, Team Te Mata

Kahawai Trolls!

24 Jul 2026

Kia Ora Whānau,

Next week, our class will be watching the movie Trolls (PG-rated) as part of our current unit.

This term, our production theme is "A Night at the Movies," and our class will be performing a dance to the song "Can’t Stop The Feeling" Watching the film will give the students a great handle on the story and energy of the soundtrack!

Through the film, we’ll be discussing key themes including:

Showing kindness: Treating everyone with respect.

Building community: Helping everyone feel included.

Dreaming big: Reaching goals while staying true to ourselves.

Please feel free to reach out if you have any questions or concerns. Thanks for your support!

Please note: We will talk about costumes and outfits in another 2-3 weeks. The show is towards the end of the term.

Kind regards,

Amy and Alice

Hot Dawg Order Form

23 Jul 2026

Click here to order your Term 3 friday Hot Dawg!