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Reach Values
Our values make the acronym REACH and include Respect, Excellence, Aroha, Courage and Honesty. We pride ourselves on these and aim to live by them everyday.
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PB4L
We are a Positive Behaviour for Learning School. PB4L is all about teaching children the right behaviour. Just like any other subject.
Read MoreWelcome to Ashley Rakahuri School
Kia ora tātou katoa
Welcome to Ashley Rakahuri School. We are a semi rural full primary school located 5kms north of Rangiora in the Waimakariri District and we cater for approximately 170 students. We are extremely proud of our school and invite you to come in and learn more about our values and how we do things here.
Please contact us if you have any questions. We would love to hear from you.
Linda Horne
Principal/Tumuaki
“Kia whiriangā taurahere tāngata – to weave the rope that binds us together”
Our Curriculum
Ashley Rakahuri School places a priority on the foundation skills of literacy and numeracy. It recognises the place of regular physical activity to aid a child's development.
Mathematics & Statistics
Students explore Math’s patterns & apply them to everyday life.
English
Students learn to explore & enjoy visual, oral & written language.
Science
Students learn how Science works in with the Natural & Physical world.
Health & Physical Education
Students will learn about their own physical health & other people in society.
Technology
Student’s will learn Innovation & Critical Thinking.
Social Sciences
Learning about how societies work and how people can participate within them.

What The Parents Say
“We love Ashley Rakahuri School for our children because they are a unique, inclusive small country school. There is a really lovely community feel within the school, and our children always feel happy and encouraged.“
“We chose Ashley Rakahuri School for its core values and country feel. It was important to us that our children were well supported through the transitions of pre schooling right through to high school.“
“We love Ashley Rakahuri School for our children because they are a unique, inclusive small country school. There is a really lovely community feel within the school, and our children always feel happy and encouraged.“
“We chose Ashley Rakahuri School for its core values and country feel. It was important to us that our children were well supported through the transitions of pre schooling right through to high school.“
“We love Ashley Rakahuri School for our children because they are a unique, inclusive small country school. There is a really lovely community feel within the school, and our children always feel happy and encouraged.“
“We chose Ashley Rakahuri School for its core values and country feel. It was important to us that our children were well supported through the transitions of pre schooling right through to high school.“
What The Kids Say
“For the past 8 years here I feel like Ashley Rakahuri has a lot of opportunities. Such as lots of sports like, cross country for all ages, swimming, and winter sports. There is lots of fundraising like, the colour run, market day, sausage sizzles, mufti days and a lot of other things. I find it enjoyable and fun because we all get to come together as a whole school in whanau house and get to do a variety of sports and activities which makes us come together more often. “
“At Ashley Rakahuri School we have lots of different opportunities which means there's something for everyone. I like how the teachers have started different clubs for all ages such as chess, gardening wearable arts, and jump jam. “
“During my time at Ashley Rakahuri Kura, I have had many opportunities. I now realize that this place is perfect—it’s fun, with plenty of clubs and more activities. I have enjoyed myself immensely, made friends easily, and adapted quickly. Also… the teachers are always nice and caring. “
“For the past 8 years here I feel like Ashley Rakahuri has a lot of opportunities. Such as lots of sports like, cross country for all ages, swimming, and winter sports. There is lots of fundraising like, the colour run, market day, sausage sizzles, mufti days and a lot of other things. I find it enjoyable and fun because we all get to come together as a whole school in whanau house and get to do a variety of sports and activities which makes us come together more often. “
“At Ashley Rakahuri School we have lots of different opportunities which means there's something for everyone. I like how the teachers have started different clubs for all ages such as chess, gardening wearable arts, and jump jam. “
“During my time at Ashley Rakahuri Kura, I have had many opportunities. I now realize that this place is perfect—it’s fun, with plenty of clubs and more activities. I have enjoyed myself immensely, made friends easily, and adapted quickly. Also… the teachers are always nice and caring. “
“For the past 8 years here I feel like Ashley Rakahuri has a lot of opportunities. Such as lots of sports like, cross country for all ages, swimming, and winter sports. There is lots of fundraising like, the colour run, market day, sausage sizzles, mufti days and a lot of other things. I find it enjoyable and fun because we all get to come together as a whole school in whanau house and get to do a variety of sports and activities which makes us come together more often. “
