Puketapu School has a rich history dating back to 1864 when it opened its doors to 22 eager learners. Today, we are proud to maintain this legacy with a dedicated and skilled staff, a committed Board of Trustees, and a supportive parent community. Together, we continuously enhance our facilities and grounds, ensuring a nurturing environment for our students and the wider community. We highly value these collaborative partnerships and are dedicated to their ongoing improvement.

Nestled in the heart of the picturesque village of Puketapu, our school enjoys the natural beauty of its surroundings, with the Tutaekuri River and rolling hills as our backdrop. Our students thrive in this environment, both inside and outside the classroom, embodying our values of being caring (Manaakitanga), connected Whanaungatanga), creative (Auahatanga), and active lifelong learners (Rangatiratanga).