Term Dates
Latest News
Report Absence
Official Documents
We are a vibrant country primary school located in the heart of the Roto-o-Rangi district, just a short drive from Cambridge.
Roto-o-Rangi means Lake of the Sky due to the very large, shallow roto/lake that existed here pre-European settlement. The large, flat surface of the roto reflected te rangi/the sky.
Our school is a mix of rural and town students from Years 1 to 6. As a school, we have a clear and strong Vision: Tuurangawaewae/Belonging, Mahi Tahi/Co-operation and Rerekeetanga/Innovation. A kura where tauira/students find a sense of belonging, work together and prepare for success in their future. We are a PB4L School, with a focus on positive behaviour centred around our three school values of Respect/Whakaute, Responsibility/Manawaroa and Resilience/Takohanga.
A school bus runs daily from Leamington Rugby Sports Club and a rural bus collects students from around the Roto-o-Rangi and Kairangi areas. We have ample parking available for families who drop off and collect their children, with Before and After School Care programmes operating daily.
At Roto-o-Rangi School, we combine country values with modern learning. We are committed to providing a positive, stimulating, enjoyable learning environment where your child is encouraged to 'Tuumanako Teitei Aim High' and reach their full potential. Our smaller size allows the relationships between students, teachers/ngaa kaiako, ngaa whaanau/families and peers to flourish. Kaiako can truly know the individual and get the best out of them.
Our high quality teaching staff provide stimulating, challenging and learner-centred teaching practices. They incorporate traditional, proven techniques with modern, innovative approaches to develop the strong foundations needed for our tamariki to thrive in an ever-changing future.
To find out more about us, please take your time to explore our site, visit our Facebook page or call in for a visit.
I look forward to personally meeting you and having you and your child/ren join our school community.
Ngaa mihi,
Wayne Donnellon - Principal
7 Dec 2025
9 Dec 2025
9 Dec 2025
12 Dec 2025
12 Dec 2025
12 Dec 2025
Kia ora e te iwi,
It's the first of December, the first day of Summer, and the penultimate week of our school year! Here's what's happening...
Wednesday
- Final Launchpad session of the year at lunchtime.
Thursday
- Newsletter Day.
- Year 6 Dinner in the evening (for Yr6 students and their parents, and staff/board).
Friday
- Last day for donations to the Christmas Cheer bin (see attached)
- Working Bee for the vege gardens 3pm onwards - bring hammers, shovels and rakes please. We'd love your help to get sorted before the end of the term.
Sunday
- Weetbix TRYathlon - Good luck to our Roto competitors!
- Cambridge Christmas Parade 2pm - if your child would like to be on the float please complete the short google form to let us know.
Cambridge Christmas Cheer - There is a large black bin at the school office, ready to be filled with goodies for families who could do with a little extra help over the festive season. If you are able to make a donation of a new item or two please pop it into the bin before this Friday!
Next Week.....
Monday
- Last day for PTA Juicies! $2 each, cash only
Tuesday
- Rooms 4 & 5 are singing Christmas carols at the Town Hall, 2pm. If you haven't completed the permission form please do so now (for Rm 4/5 families only).
- 6.30pm End of Year Prizegiving at the Roto-o-Rangi Hall across the road. Mr D asks that ALL families attend this special opportunity to celebrate the achievements and success stories of the year; therefore, you will need to attend to find out if your child is receiving an end of year award. There are 6 certificate awards for each class, plus trophies for Year 6 students who have made exceptional achievements during their time here. Please be seated by 6.30pm.
Friday
- 12pm a farewell assembly
- 12.30pm End of Term 4 2025.
Kia ora e te whaanau,
We have just three weeks remaining of the school year now, with our last day being Friday 12th December.
Here's what's on this week...
Swimming has begun for all classes, so please remember to send your child with suitable togs and a towel daily. Please name these, and their clothing, as our lost property rail is already overflowing!
Tuesday
- Our last session of Garden to Table for the year, for Rooms 3 & 4
- Board Meeting 6pm
Wednesday
- Launchpad have organised for Dan the Puppet Man to return for a show at 1pm. As this is at lunchtime, we will be asking students if they would like to attend.
Friday
- Assembly is at 2.10pm and you are most welcome to attend. We will be giving out athletics certificates.
Other:
- Please check last week's newsletter for updates
- The Cambridge Christmas Parade is on Sunday 7th December at 2pm. If you would like your child/ren on the float please complete the google form here.
- Our end of year prizegiving has been moved to Tuesday 9th December 6.30pm.
A reminder for parents of 8 & 9 year olds
Tomorrow is Rural Schools Athletics (notice attached).
Please ensure your child arrives at school by 9am, as we will leave on the bus at 9.20am.
The weather is unpredictable, but it is warm. Please make sure they have the following:
Last Friday, some children seemed to arrive unprepared for a day outside; without hats, drink bottles, and not wearing sunscreen. Please make sure they are well equipped tomorrow.
Parents, please support our local businesses
Call Direct
Send Email
Visit Website
Call Direct
Send Email
Visit Website
Call Direct
Send Email
Call Direct
Send Email
Visit Website
Call Direct
Send Email
Visit Website
Call Direct
Send Email
Visit Website
Call Direct
Send Email
Visit Website
Call Direct
Send Email
Visit Website
Visit Website
Scan this code to download the app
Download our Skool Loop App, a simple and free download. In Google Play & App Store search ‘Skool Loop’ and choose our school once installed.
