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Welcome to Ōwhiro Bay School

Ōwhiro Bay School was established in 1930 on the beautiful South Coast in Wellington, alongside the Ōwhiro Stream and within walking distance to the bay. We are fortunate to have some of the largest play spaces and grounds in Wellington allowing students to explore and experience the natural environment.

Inspired by the pari-whero (red rocks) an area of national geographical and cultural significance, rich in both geology and Māori history we model and value: Rangatiratanga, Open-mindedness, Creativity, Kotahitanga and Success in all it's forms. We offer quality teaching for Years 0-6 in a country style school just minutes from the centre of Wellington city. Our skilled team teach in multi-level flexible learning spaces, offering a broad range of learning opportunities within a whānau/family-based atmosphere.

Along with the stream and proximity to the beach our amazing outdoor environment features large flat grass fields, hard courts, tennis court, and two very popular playgrounds. We enjoy a high level of community involvement and in partnership with Ōwhiro Bay Kindergarten our ONE Learning Community was established on site in 2014. If you'd like to know more please phone or email to arrange a visit.

We'd love to show you what a fantastic school Ōwhiro Bay is. The best kept secret on the South Coast!

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