Nau mai haere mai, afio mai, and welcome to Woodville School. We are a small school on the outskirts of the Manawatū, nestled in-between the Tararua and Ruahine Ranges. We are a school with a lot of history, established in 1877 and laying claim to the oldest classroom in NZ still in use. 

As a School Board, we have spent the last 3 years on a rebuilding journey of high expectations and a school culture of care which we are excited to be sharing with the tamariki, the staff, and the community. Student achievement is our main priority, however sitting alongside this is also the importance of looking after the well-being of our learners. 

Our strong learning support team ensures additional help is on hand for tamariki and whānau who might require the extra support and will go the extra mile to get the best outcome. We all want what is best for all learners and their whānau, so we hope to provide an environment that creates opportunities and successes which will contribute to becoming better at whatever they choose to do. 

Similarly, we are committed to valuing individualism and growing a sense of belonging within our school whānau, but also take pride in working and learning collectively for the benefit of those around us. As the Principal, I am privileged to be able to lead our staff and tamariki reach their goals whilst becoming great servants of Woodville School and its wider community. 

If you are interested in learning more about who we are and what we have to offer your tamaiti or tamariki, please don’t hesitate to make contact with me via our school office for a hui or tour.

Ngā mihi nui

Wes Va’ai-Wells