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Welcome to

Wairarapa College

Nau mai haere mai ki te Kāreti o Wairarapa

With Wisdom and Courage
Kia Mātau, Kia Māia

Wairarapa College is a state, co-educational school, combining tradition with innovation which seeks to develop the full potential of each student. 

Our vision is to prepare our young people for life with wisdom and courage – kia mātau, kia māia.

“The best all-round secondary education in the Wairarapa — where every student is supported, and given pathways to succeed.”

Principal's Welcome

Nau mai, haere mai ki te Kāreti o Wairarapa. Welcome to Wairarapa College.

At Wairarapa College, our people make the difference. Our students, staff, and whānau create a culture where everyone is supported to learn, grow, and succeed.

Students are at the heart of everything we do. We are proud to be a community school with a long tradition of excellence, where every young person is known, valued, and encouraged to achieve their best.

We look forward to welcoming you to our College.

Ngā mihi nui,
Matt White
Tumuaki / Principal

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