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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.
22 Sep 2026
23 Sep 2026
Kia ora e te whānau,
It’s that time of the fortnight again, and our latest newsletter is ready to share!
There are some great photos from Polyfest, along with a wonderful poem about our Polyfest experience by one of our students too. We have also included the Cookie Dough order form at the end of the newsletter, with all the information you need to place your orders.
Have a lovely weekend — and keep warm!
Ngā mihi nui,
Louise
Kia ora e te whānau,
Just a quick reminder that we need students to bring in their black clothing for our Polyfest full rehearsal tomorrow, please.
Please send it in a named bag so we can keep everything together.
A big thank you to those who have already brought theirs in — we really appreciate it!
Ngā mihi nui,
Louise
Kia ora e te whānau,
Attached is the school newsletter,
Have a lovely weekend.
Ngā mihi nui,
Louise Crowl
Principal
Kia ora e te whanau,
Our Polyfest performance is coming up fast and we are thinking about uniforms, attached below is a message about what is required for the students.
Our performance is on Wednesday 9th September at 11.42am, there will be a live stream for those who are unable to be at the performance.
Ngā mihi nui,
Louise
Kia ora e te whānau,
Our cookie dough fundraiser to help support our 2026 school camp and whole-school day out is now up and running!
Your eldest child should have brought home an order form, which includes a QR code to place your orders. All information about the products, payment and collection is available through the QR code.
If you have any questions, please get in touch with the school office at admin@waihola.school.nz or on 03 417 7021.
The order form and fundraising information are also attached to an email, sent out later today for your convenience.
Thank you for supporting our fundraising efforts!
Ngā mihi nui,
Louise
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