Whareorino School
8 Waikawau Beach Road, Awakino · Taranaki & Manawatū
Best suited for
Students aged 5-11 in Awakino looking for a state-funded setting.
Is Whareorino School a good school?
Whareorino School has a roll size below our composite-score threshold (roll < 30 (cohort too small for a reliable rollup)). The per-axis data on this profile (NCEA, retention, discipline, funding) is still complete — only the rollup is hidden because small cohorts make rollups noisy.
Strengths from the latest ERO report
- A curriculum that actively promotes learners' thinking and curiosity
- A culture of care that supports student wellbeing and sense of belonging
- Students participate and learn in a caring, collaborative and inclusive environment focused on equity
Summary derived from ERO reports + audited financials + MoE records. Every claim links to its source — see data transparency at the bottom of this page.
Latest ERO review
2020-06-24 · Darcy Te Hau, Central Region - Te Tai Pūtahi Nui
- In 2018 and 2019 most learners achieved well in relation to curriculum expectations for reading and writing; majority achieved well in mathematics
- Strategies, interventions and initiatives used to accelerate learning were effective in reading and writing in 2019
- School identified timely need to review and document local curriculum including development of graduate profile and robust frameworks for student progress
- Further developments in internal evaluation needed; leaders and trustees must clearly identify intended improvements for priority learner outcomes alongside strategic goals
- Trustees identified need to extend knowledge of roles and responsibilities for effective governance
"In 2018 and 2019 most learners achieved well in relation to curriculum expectations for reading and writing. The majority achieved well in mathematics."
Composite score across reviews
2 ERO reviews on file, 2017–2020. Click a point to read that review.
Discipline (age-standardised, per 1,000 students)
Stand-down = sent home temporarily. Suspension = formal investigation. Exclusion = removed from school. National averages shown for comparison.
Stand-downs · 2024
0.0
· NZ avg ~37
Suspensions · 2024
0.0
· NZ avg ~5
Exclusions · 2024
0.0
· NZ avg ~1.5
Government funding
Crown funding only (school operations + teacher salaries + property). Excludes locally-raised funds, international fees and trading income — those are in the audited financial report above.
Total Crown funding · 2022
$0.35M
Per-student funding · 2022
$49,394
2018
$0.2M
2019
$0.2M
2020
$0.2M
2021
$0.2M
2022
$0.3M
Roll by year level
July 2025 roll return.
- Year 02 2
- Year 08 1
Roll by ethnicity
Share of total roll. Students who identify with multiple ethnicities are counted once.
- Māori 85.7%
- European/Pākehā 57.1%
Location
8 Waikawau Beach Road, Awakino. Nearby schools marked in grey.
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Frequently asked
Is Whareorino School a good school?
Whareorino School has a roll size below our composite-score threshold (roll < 30 (cohort too small for a reliable rollup)). The per-axis data on this profile (NCEA, retention, discipline, funding) is still complete — only the rollup is hidden because small cohorts make rollups noisy.
What does the latest ERO review say?
ERO's 2020-06 review identified 5 key findings. In 2018 and 2019 most learners achieved well in relation to curriculum expectations for reading and writing; majority achieved well in mathematics
How do I enrol my child at Whareorino School?
Contact the school directly on 06-752 9850, email admin@whareorino.school.nz, or visit whareorino.school.nz. For state schools, check your home address against the school's enrolment zone — some schools are in-zone-only.
What are the fees?
Whareorino School is a state school. There is no tuition fee for domestic students; voluntary donations may be requested.
What is the roll size?
Whareorino School has 7 students, with an EQI of 525 (higher socio-economic need).
When was the school last reviewed by ERO?
The Education Review Office last reviewed Whareorino School in 2020-06, signed by Darcy Te Hau. 2 ERO reports are on file in our archive.
Data transparency
Every fact on this page links to its source. We never publish a claim without provenance — read our methodology for the full rules.
Sourced from
- ero.govt.nz
- schoolsdata.co.nz