From The Principal

Nau mai, haere mai ki te Kura Tuarua o Papakura.

Welcome to Papakura High School, where we embrace diversity and foster a vibrant, inclusive community where students from various cultural backgrounds feel a sense of belonging and mutual respect.

Our dedicated staff are committed to engaging students through a range of academic programs and extracurricular activities that celebrate and integrate cultural richness. By nurturing students’ talents and interests, we help them achieve their goals and become responsible, well-rounded individuals.

Each young person who walks through the gate will be supported to be their best self and to challenge themselves in a positive learning environment. We endeavour to provide programmes that meet the needs of every learner.

Papakura High is a growing school. Our roll is increasing steadily every year. Our recent report from the Education Review Office speaks of, “a student-centred, culturally responsive and inclusive school culture,” and, “significant progress in lifting student achievement in NCEA certificates.”

I would encourage you not to take my word for it. We would love you to visit our school so you can see for yourself. You are most welcome!

Ngā mihi mahana ki a koutou.
Simon Craggs

Upcoming Events

BOT Meeting

When: 5:00 pm, 26 March 2026

BOT Meeting

When: 5:00 pm, 26 March 2026

BOT Meeting

When: 5:00 pm, 30 April 2026

BOT Meeting

When: 5:00 pm, 30 April 2026

BOT Meeting

When: 5:00 pm, 28 May 2026

School Notices

2nd Te Moana-Nui-a-Kiwa 2026
10 March 2026

This coming Wednesday is our 2nd Te Moana-Nui-a-Kiwa showcase. 6 - 7:30pm on the... READ MORE

Student-led Conferences Thursday 12 March
6 March 2026

On Thursday 12 March we will be holding Student-led conferences from 10am - 7pm.

This... READ MORE

Staff Only Day – Friday 13 March 2026
6 March 2026

On Friday 13 March, staff will be taking part in PLD around positive teaching strategies and... READ MORE

Year 9 Camps 2026
23 February 2026

Each whanau will go on camp at Port Waikato for two days.Students will meet at school at 8am on... READ MORE

Helix – Student management system update
27 January 2026

Tena koutou katoa, Malo e lelei, Talofa lava, Fakaalofa lahi atu, Kia orana, Namaste, Sat Sri... READ MORE

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