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Kia ora, welcome to Te Kura o Hau Karetu's website.

 
Our vision: Whakamanahia ngā Ākonga katoa - lifting the mana of all our learners

 

Overview of Te Kura o Hau Karetu

Te Kura o Hau Karetu is a well-established Contributing situated in the bustling suburb of Maoribank, Upper Hutt. Its prime location at 32 Hillside Drive places it in the heart of a vibrant community, offering easy access to students from various parts of the city. Governed by State, it operates under the Wellington and maintains a Co-Educational status, making it a diverse and inclusive institution.

Te Kura o Hau Karetu prides itself on its diverse population, with students from European, Asian, MELAA, Māori, and Pacific backgrounds, among others.

Overview of Te Kura o Hau Karetu

What's happening at Te Kura o Hau Karetu?

Upcoming Events in November

Mon 2

Assessment Week

2 Nov 2026

Tue 3

Danish Rounders

3 Nov 2026

Wed 4

UHUB Empower You event

4 Nov 2026

Fri 13

Fundraising Sausage Sizzle at Touch Rugby

13 Nov 2026

Fri 13

Road Patrollers Party

13 Nov 2026

Mon 16

Swimming Starts – bring togs (no t-shirts) and a towel each day

16 Nov 2026

Tue 17

Interschool Athletics

17 Nov 2026

Sat 21

IHAD event

21 Nov 2026

Mon 30

EOTC Week

30 Nov 2026 - 4 Dec 2026

Latest Notices

🏃‍♀️ School Athletics – Friday 30 October! 🏃‍♂️
27 Oct 2026

🏃‍♀️ School Athletics – Friday 30 October! 🏃‍♂️

We’re looking forward to a fun morning of athletics, starting at 9:30am! Tamariki are encouraged to dress up in their house colours, give everything a go, and do their best! ❤️💛💚💙

Please bring a hat, water bottle, and suitable shoes.

If we need to cancel due to the weather, there will be no postponement date.

Staglands - The Stag Rag
22 Sep 2026


 Quadruple Trouble!  


Kia ora koutou, we've welcomed some extra special arrivals recently...

Our Arapawa goat Pippa gave birth to an exceptionally rare set of quadruplets in August three girls and one boy, now named Rocket, SP, Jools and Sam.

It was a busy arrival, and thanks to the expert care of our Wildlife Manager, Rocci Scott, all four kids made it safely into the world and are thriving.

With 15 years of sheep-farming experience, Rocci knew Pippa needed a little extra help during the birth and was there at just the right time to lend a hand🙌

These rare little goats are growing fast and keeping everyone entertained!

Come and meet them at the Settlement Stables these school holidays.
 
Plan Your Visit
 
 
Win A Prize 🎁
Can you crack the Staglands Treasure Hunt? 🗺️🔎

Our popular Treasure Hunt is back these school holidays 🗓️ 26 September – 11 October!

Download a Treasure Hunt Sheet from our website before you visit, or pick one up at the Ticket Gate when you arrive.

Then grab a pen or pencil, hunt, explore, solve and WIN! 🏆

Every correct entry wins a prize!

Terms & conditions apply. See our website for details.
What's On


 Get An Extra Month Free 🎉
Celebrate spring with more Staglands adventures🌿

For a limited time, buy an Annual Membership and enjoy 13 months for the price of 12. That's one bonus month to experience all the sights, sounds, and seasonal magic of Staglands.

 🌼 More visits. 🐑 More animal encounters. 🌿 More family fun.

👉 Offer valid for onsite purchases only until 31st October.
Plan Your Visit
 
 
Spring Has Arrived🐐🐷🐑🦆 
Spring has well and truly sprung and our family is growing!

There are spring babies galore around the Reserve, including our rare quadruplet Arapawa goat kids, two adorable litters of kunekune piglets, fluffy lambs and plenty of ducklings making a splash.

From tiny trotters and wobbly lambs to curious little goat kids and fluffy ducklings, there’s always something new to discover.

Come and meet our newest arrivals these school holidays! 🥰
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Planning A Christmas Party?
If you're organising this year's office Christmas party, now's the time to get planning.

Celebrate the end of the year surrounded by nature at Staglands, with flexible catering options and plenty of space for a relaxed team get-together or a bigger end-of-year celebration.

Popular dates fill quickly, so get in touch to secure your preferred date and start planning a Christmas celebration your team will remember.

📅 Enquire today and let’s get the party planning started 🎅🌲🎁

Hei konā mai
The Team at Staglands
Christmas Parties
 
 
Bird of the Year 2026
Congratulations to the karure, the Chatham Islands black robin this year's Bird of the Year Champion!

This first-time winner took the crown with over 25,500 votes!  Click on the link below to learn more 👇
Bird of the Year 2026

     

 Bird of the Year 2026

Congratulations to the karure, the Chatham Islands black robin this year's Bird of the Year Champion!

This first-time winner took the crown with over 25,500 votes!  Click on the link below to learn more 👇Copyright © 2026 Staglands Wildlife Reserve & Cafe, All rights reserved.
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Upper Hutt Fruit and Vege Co-op
21 Sep 2026

Every week the Upper Hutt Fruit and Vege Co-op offers fresh seasonal fruit and vegetable bags for $15.
No commitments, flexible ordering week to week (pay a week in advance).  Anyone can join, 4 collection points across Upper Hutt and packed fresh every Wednesday by our amazing volunteers.

www.kaioracollective.nz
Facebook: Upper Hutt Fruit & Vege Co-op

Te Wiki O Te Reo Māori 2026
11 Sep 2026

Spotlight Performing Arts
8 Sep 2026

Supporters and Sponsors

Parents, please support our local businesses

Ammu South Indian Restaurant Punjabi Rasoi Upper Hutt KIDOGO
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