WELCOME TO PONGAKAWA SCHOOL
kuhu mai ki te ako, haere ki te awhi
enter to learn, go forth to serve
enter to learn, go forth to serve
Nau mai, haere mai ki Te Kura o Pongakawa.
Pongakawa School is more than a place of learning; it’s a second home where students, staff and whānau feel a deep sense of belonging.
As a full primary school (Years 1–8), we nurture, motivate and challenge our learners to engage in meaningful learning and develop the skills they need to thrive in an ever-changing world.
At Pongakawa, students experience success, build confidence, and have a lot of fun along the way.
Whether you're current whānau, a prospective parent, or a visitor wanting to learn more, we invite you to explore our website and discover what makes Pongakawa School such a special place to be.
Pongakawa School is more than a place of learning; it’s a second home where students, staff and whānau feel a deep sense of belonging.
As a full primary school (Years 1–8), we nurture, motivate and challenge our learners to engage in meaningful learning and develop the skills they need to thrive in an ever-changing world.
At Pongakawa, students experience success, build confidence, and have a lot of fun along the way.
Whether you're current whānau, a prospective parent, or a visitor wanting to learn more, we invite you to explore our website and discover what makes Pongakawa School such a special place to be.
Check out our latest community event:
Term Dates For 2026
TERM 1: 02/02/26 - 02/04/26
TERM 2: 20/04/26 - 03/07/26
TERM 3: 20/07/26 - 25/09/26
TERM 4: 12/10/26 - 16/12/26
TERM 2: 20/04/26 - 03/07/26
TERM 3: 20/07/26 - 25/09/26
TERM 4: 12/10/26 - 16/12/26
Upcoming Events Calendar
20/04/26 First day at school for Term 2
27/04/26 Anzac Day observed
11/05/26 BOT Meeting
12/05/26 Amazing Race Yr 5-8
01/06/26 King’s Birthday Public Holiday - No school
06/06/26 Pongakawa School Quiz Night
10/06/26 Year 2 Funky Fun Day
16/06/26 WBOP Cross Country Competition
30/06/26 BOP Cross Country
27/04/26 Anzac Day observed
11/05/26 BOT Meeting
12/05/26 Amazing Race Yr 5-8
01/06/26 King’s Birthday Public Holiday - No school
06/06/26 Pongakawa School Quiz Night
10/06/26 Year 2 Funky Fun Day
16/06/26 WBOP Cross Country Competition
30/06/26 BOP Cross Country