​Nau mai haere mai! - Welcome!

Waitaria Bay School is a coeducational full primary school (Years 1–8) with a roll of 12 students. Our small size allows us to create a supportive, close-knit environment where every child is known, valued, and encouraged to thrive.
Our students come from a vibrant community of multi-generational farming families, alongside those who have more recently made Waitaria Bay area their home, creating a strong sense of connection and belonging.
Nestled in the picturesque Marlborough Sounds, we are proud to be one of the most rural schools in New Zealand. Our facilities—including a heated pool, Tiger Turf tennis court, playground, large top field, and garden—are enjoyed by both our students and the wider community.
We offer a well-resourced library and regular library sessions to support students in developing the skills needed to become confident, lifelong learners. A range of external programmes, such as Enviroschools, the Kids Edible Garden Programme, Trapline, and Sustainable Coastlines – Litter Intelligence, are an integral part of our regular programme.
We value learning beyond the classroom, with opportunities including overnight camps, fundamental skills development, and inter-school activities within the Pelorus Schools’ cluster. We also enjoy strong relationships with the Waitaria Bay Settlers Hall and the Rural Women NZ Kenepuru Branch.