Welcome to Ormond School 

As the oldest school on the Poverty Bay flats, we are immensely proud of our rich history, our vibrant present, and the exciting future we are building together. We offer the best of both worlds. As a forward-thinking country school, we are focused on equipping our students to thrive as modern, 21st-century learners. At the same time, we treasure our roots. Our kids get to be true Kiwi country kids, enjoying a spacious, safe, and active environment where childhood is celebrated.

At Ormond School, our vision is simple yet powerful: "Growing Great People." We bring this to life every day through our core values:

• Respect (Whakaute)
• Resilience (Manawaroa)
• Responsibility (Haepapa)
• Reflection (Whakaaroaro)

We believe in nurturing the whole child. Our holistic view of education ensures that academic attainment is beautifully balanced with personal growth, wellbeing, and cultural identity. Alongside our strong focus on literacy and numeracy, we drive learning through an inquiry-based approach, encouraging our students to ask big questions, explore their passions, and think critically. By grounding our curriculum in real-world connections, we give learning genuine purpose and meaning. We deeply value community and culture, emphasising active citizenship and service learning. This encourages our ākonga to look outward, give back, and understand their unique place in our multicultural world.

Ultimately, our goal is to empower our ākonga from the present into the future. We are dedicated to equipping our kids with the vital skills, knowledge, deep understanding, and personal agency they need to confidently navigate and thrive in an ever-changing world.

With a dedicated team of passionate staff, we ensure that every single child is known, valued, and supported. Our team works co-operatively to make learning purposeful, hands-on, and embed the love of learning in our students. 

We have a Connected Community that loves to come together—whether it’s for our relaxed community BBQs, informative parent evenings, or our legendary annual Pet Day! We are incredibly grateful for our supportive community, simply the best!

Ormond School is an exciting, warm, and inspiring place to be. We invite you to explore our website, visit our beautiful grounds, and become a part of our growing family!