Enrolment


Maraetai Beach School runs an enrolment scheme. An enrolment scheme is a means of limiting the roll to prevent overcrowding at the school and enabling local students to enrol.

We also run a cohort entry system. Cohort entry refers to children starting school as a group, at the beginning or mid point of a term, after their fifth birthday, as opposed to starting school on their fifth birthday.

Children may attend school when they reach five years of age and enrolments can be made at any time from your child turning 3. It is compulsory in New Zealand for children to attend school from their sixth birthday.

A starting school meeting is held once every term for parents to attend. This session provides information regarding Maraetai Beach School, what to expect when your child starts school and any relevant information on how to assist your child at home in preparation for entry to school. It is also a time to have any other questions you may have answered.

We also provide the 'JumpStart programme' which is optional but is highly recommended. This programme aims to facilitate a smooth transition to Maraetai Beach school, ensuring a pleasant experience for everyone involved. The programme is specifically designed to familiarise children and their families/whānau with the school environment, its people, and its routines. A variety of activities are offered during these sessions to equip children with the necessary skills for a successful start to school.

We also allow for your child to visit their classroom before they start. This allows children to meet their teacher and spend some time with their classmates.

When enrolling your child, it is a requirement for the school to have a copy of your child's birth certificate, if New Zealand born, or other official document of birth date evidence. A copy will be saved and filed to your child’s file.

If you have any questions regarding enrolments please contact our enrolment officer at enrolments@maraetaibeach.school.nz.

Online Enrolments for Maraetai Beach School

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