Welcome to Tauraroa Area School

Why do International Students choose Tauraroa Area School?
Tauraroa Area School is set amongst beautiful, natural green countryside, bordered by the Tangihua Ranges, a short drive from Whangarei on the east coast of Northland. We are part of a thriving farming community and a popular area for a relaxed lifestyle. Students choose our school for its warm, friendly, and welcoming culture. We have a small number of international students so you will have an authentic ‘kiwi’ experience, mixing with local students in all of your classes.
Code of Practice
Tauraroa Area School has agreed to observe and be bound by the Code of Practice for the Pastoral Care of International Students published by the Ministry of Education. Copies of the Code are available on request from this institution or from the New Zealand Qualifications Authority website.
You may also be able to find a copy of the Code of Practice in your language at this link Details of our refund policy, insurance and immigration requirements and conditions of acceptance are to be found on our International Application Form.
International Student Application Form
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Term Dates
2023 Public Holidays
The school will be closed on all public holidays.
Parents will be notified if students are not required at school for any extraordinary reason.
February 6, 2023 | Waitangi Day |
April 7, 2023 | Good Friday |
April 10, 2023 | Easter Monday (within school holidays) |
April 25, 2023 | Anzac Day |
June 5, 2023 | King’s Birthday |
July 14, 2023 | Matariki (within school holidays) |
October 23, 2023 | Labour Day |
Term 1, 2023
Start Dates
February 7. 2023 | All year levels. |
End Dates
April 6, 2023 | Whole School |
Term 2, 2023
Start Dates
April 26, 2023 | Whole School |
End Dates
June 30, 2023 | Whole School |
Term 3, 2023
Start Dates
July 17, 2023 | Whole School |
End Dates
September 22, 2023 | Whole School |
Term 4, 2023
Start Dates
October 9, 2023 | Whole School |
End Dates
November 1, 2023 | Final day for Year 13 |
November 1, 2023 | Final day for Year 12 |
November 1, 2023 | Final day for Year 11 |
December 8, 2023 | Final day for the Junior School |