Te Hihi School is a full primary school, situated in rural Karaka (south-west of Auckland). It caters for children from New Entrants to Year 8 and the roll is currently around 230.

The school was opened in 1914 and has developed over the years to now include 11 classrooms. The roll has grown rapidly over the last 10 years and a new Hall/Administration block and 25 metre swimming pool have been built in that time. We are currently planning to add new classrooms to cater for expected roll growth in the coming years. Te Hihi is well equipped with ICT having a wireless network accessible from every facility in the school.

While Te Hihi School is located in a rural area, it draws its pupils from a blend of areas, predominantly those who live locally on "lifestyle" or rural residential properties. Those living on farms are reducing in number, reflecting the change in land use in the area. An increasing number of students come from urban areas.

Te Hihi School has a strong and consistent history of providing a safe, caring family environment for its children. The local community is encouraged to be closely involved in activities both in and outside the classroom while the school operates under an "open door" policy for parents and values a high level of communication between the community and the school. This has resulted in a strong sense of alignment in the values of the community, staff and board.

We encourage the children to live the school motto "Character Kindness Courtesy" so that they develop a caring attitude to their fellow students and a strong sense of pride in representing Te Hihi School. They learn to become independent to prepare for their ongoing education, and for their future.

Due to the need to manage roll growth at a rate the school could manage, the Te Hihi School Board of Trustees implemented an Enrolment Scheme in 2005. More information regarding the Enrolment Scheme can be found by clicking on About Us in the navigation bar to the left.