Principal's Welcome

Kia ora koutou katoa,

He uri tēnei nō Ngāpuhi, He mokopuna ahau nō Ngati Hao. Ko Kaiya Lafotanoa ahau, Ko au te tumuaki o Te Kura Tuatahi o Kāeo.

It fills my heart with pride to extend a warm welcome to each and everyone of you who is part of our school community. Whether you are our precious tamariki, your valued whānau, those considering joining our kāinga, or simply friends of our kura, we are honoured to have you connect with us here in Kāeo.

Here at Kāeo school we are deeply grounded in the principles of manaakitanga, whanaungatanga, and ako. We believe in nurturing the unique potential within each child, fostering an environment where their cultural identity is celebrated, their voices are heard, and their aspirations are encouraged to soar. Our dedicated kaiako are passionate about providing a rich and relevant education that not only equips our students with the knowledge and skills they need for the future but also instills in them a strong sense of belonging and pride in who they are.

We are immensely proud of our kura, our history, and the deep connections we share with our community. The values of respect, responsibility, resilience, and manaakitanga are the threads that weave through the fabric of our daily lives here.

This website is a window into the vibrant world of te kura tuatahi o Kaeo. We invite you to explore these pages to learn about our curriculum, meet our wonderful staff, stay informed about upcoming kaupapa, and discover the many pathways of learning and growth available to our tamariki.

Kia ora koutou katoa.

Nāku noa, nā,

Kaiya Lafotanoa