Contact us for a brighter future at Karāpiro School

Join our team!

Due to staff seeking new career pathways, restructuring funding, and fixed term contracts reaching the end of their tenure we have a few positions to advertise for 2025. These roles are Teacher Aid, Cleaner and Office Manager and all have different hours each day. If you or someone you know might be interested in one or more of these roles please get in touch to find out how to apply; principal@karapiro.school.nz.

A passionate community school nurturing bright minds since 1921

Our friendly team, set in the heart of the beautiful Waikato, are passionate about education and dedicated to helping every child to reach their full potential.

Why Karāpiro School

Modern teaching methods

Personalised learning

Passionate teachers

Strong community ties

Stunning rural setting

Exceptional resources and facilities

Come and experience the Karāpiro magic

Our School Values

Our school values focus on creating passionate, connected, considerate leaders for tomorrow. 

We are united and we work together.

Kaitiakitanga

We are considerate guardians of all that is around us. 

Manaakitanga

We are kind and care for others. We respect ourselves and others.

Rangatiratanga

We are leaders who do the right thing.

How do we support our learners?

We build a strong relationships with every child and their whānau to create a supportive and nurturing learning environment. Together we work to unlock each child's potential and help them flourish and grow.

About Karāpiro School

We listen to our whānau

We believe in working together, collaborating with whānau, hapū and the wider community to nurture a shared vision for the growth and success of our tamariki. We warmly welcome your input and ideas, working together we empower our tamariki to reach for the stars.

Take the next step

Give us a call or email to arrange a time for a tour and see how Karāpiro School can give your child a head start for life.