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Nestled in the heart of Featherston, the southern gateway to the Wairarapa, we are a full primary school serving approximately 150 tamariki, from new entrants to intermediate. Guided by our vision, Te Whakakitenga, we nurture resilient learners with strong cultural and whānau identities, proud to contribute to their community. Our mission, Ko te Uaratanga, reflects our pride in who we are and where we come from.
The name Paetūmokai carries rich pūrākau (stories) from Rangitāne and Ngāti Kahungunu iwi, reflecting the dual heritage of many of our students. These stories connect us to the legendary navigator Kupe, who left his mokai Tauira to guard his people, and to the hunting traditions of a local chief. Together, these narratives weave a tapestry of identity and connection, grounding our kura in the deep cultural history of our whenua.
If you would like to know more please read This is Our Story - Our School Name and Our Logo.
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Kia ora e te whanau
There is an online permission form on Skool-Loop for our up and coming marae visit in August
Please fill this in, and it will automatically be sent to the school office. Quick & Easy!
A paper copy will be sent out soon.
Thank you.
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Kia ora e te whānau,
We’re currently reviewing parts of our school uniform and would love to hear your thoughts. We’ve put together a quick survey to gather feedback from our whānau and wider school community.
Please take a few minutes to complete the survey and share your views. Your input will help us make sure our uniform reflects what’s important to our school and our community.
Click here to complete the survey: Whānau Survey - Uniform Policy https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSe4vyBKF0j_Dak08ySkaN-jKUjInHDCVP_INPwPQmMqtfOV7g/viewform
Survey closes: Tuesday 12 August
Thank you for your support and for being part of this important kōrero.
Ngā mihi
Vanessa Phillips
Tumuaki | Featherston School Te Kura o Paetūmokai
Nominations are open for the election of 5 parent representatives to the School Board
We have paper copies of the School Board Parent Elections Form and the Nomination Form if you require extra copies at any time.
Nominations close at noon on 6 August 2025.
We would love to have you on our school board.
Sandra Walters - Returning Officer
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