School Transport Assistance | Āwhina Haerenga ki te Kura
Students may be eligible for Ministry-funded assistance if they:
- Live more than 4.8 km from school (free bus), or
- Live more than 2.4 km from a bus route (transport allowance)
Current bus routes include:
- Thames Coast (Tapu, Waiomu, Te Puru)
- Puriri/Matatoki
- Kauaeranga Valley
To use the bus service, student must complete a transport agreement, and behave appropriately. Failure to comply may result in the school or the bus provider removing access to the service.
For eligibility details, see:
🔗 Ministry of Education – Transport Assistance
Motor Transport | Waka Whaiaro
Students travelling by private car, motorbike, or scooter (as driver or passenger) must:
- Have written permission from a parent/caregiver
- Gain approval from a Deputy Principal
- Provide vehicle make, registration, and licence details (updated each term)
Misuse of this privilege may result in suspension of permission for one or more terms.
Boarding Allowances | Ngā Pūtea Noho
Boarding allowances may be available for families who:
- Live too far from a suitable secondary school, or
- Cannot access specialist subjects locally
These allowances help cover the costs of accommodation.
More info:
🔗 Boarding Allowances – Ministry of Education
