Matawai School

Matawai School Nau mai, haere mai! Welcome to Matawai School. Our Year 1-8 rural school has stood proudly above Matawai village for over 100 years. Visit us today!

We offer small class sizes, experienced teachers, and an exciting localised curriculum. Welcome to Matawai School! Our Year 1-8 rural school is nestled at the entrance to the Waioeka Gorge 70km inland from Gisborne. We may be remote but our school is part of a supportive and exciting farming, hunting and fishing community. Our unique location and friendly and welcoming staff motivate our children

to extend and challenge themselves. For over a hundred years Matawai School has stood grandly over the township. Why not come and see us today!

Term 3 Week 7 Newsletter 🌞
03/09/2026

Term 3 Week 7 Newsletter 🌞

Check out this Presentation designed by principal.

27/08/2026

Adults vs Kids netball game is postponed. We will reschedule for a nicer day ❄️

A big congratulations to our cross country runners yesterday! You all showed great perseverance, and fantastic school va...
27/08/2026

A big congratulations to our cross country runners yesterday! You all showed great perseverance, and fantastic school values! Thank you to our whānau who came along to cheer them on! More photos to come.

26/08/2026

Daffodil Day and Adults vs Childrens Netball tomorrow!

26/08/2026
18/08/2026

Morena everyone

If you are unable to make it to school or feel unsafe on the roads, please stay home and just let the office know. Otherwise school is open.

Ngā mihi

Matua Steve

Awesome day at Fast 5 netball! A big thank you to Motu and WOK for helping us make a team, and thanks to our coach Justi...
18/08/2026

Awesome day at Fast 5 netball! A big thank you to Motu and WOK for helping us make a team, and thanks to our coach Justine 🏐🏃🏻‍♂️

17/08/2026

Thank you to all the whānau who completed our survey, your input is important and helps us plan for the coming years. Thanks to Mutu for calling in to draw our winner….. congratulations to……. Justine 🏆

Our whānau survey is still open, have your say on our 2027 strategic plan, and share your views and priorities with us. ...
16/08/2026

Our whānau survey is still open, have your say on our 2027 strategic plan, and share your views and priorities with us. Our winner will be drawn at 12pm tomorrow (Monday 17 August).

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Address

29 Raumati Street
Matawai
4075

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 3pm
Tuesday 8am - 3pm
Wednesday 8am - 3pm
Thursday 8am - 3pm
Friday 8am - 3pm

Telephone

+6468624813

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