Snells Beach Primary School
BoundFor analysis · from ERO reports and public data
Our read on Snells Beach Primary School
Strong School With Great Results and Clear Direction
ERO found Snells Beach Primary School to be performing well, with most learners achieving at or above expected curriculum levels in reading, writing and mathematics. The school has highly effective leadership, quality teaching, and a positive school culture. Key focus areas going forward include embedding te ao Māori more deeply, implementing new curriculum changes, and continuing to improve attendance rates.
Source: ERO, 24 October 2024 · How we write these · What ERO ratings mean
Location & enrolment zone
Where the school sits and who it accepts
Snells Beach Primary School
62 Dawson Road, Snells Beach, Snells Beach
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What families ask about Snells Beach Primary School
- Does Snells Beach Primary School have an enrolment zone?
- Yes. An enrolment scheme is listed and the available zone map is shown below. Check your exact address before relying on eligibility.
- What year levels does Snells Beach Primary School teach?
- Snells Beach Primary School teaches Year 1–6.
- What is Snells Beach Primary School's Equity Index?
- The listed EQI is 437. EQI reflects socioeconomic barriers used for funding; it is not a school-quality score.
- How large is the school?
- The latest listed roll is 388 students.
- When was the latest listed ERO review?
- The latest review date in the public data is October 2024.
The basics
Ministry of Education records
- Teaching language
- All students taught in English/other setting
- Opened
- 2007
- Principal
- Kathryn Ramel
- Urban/rural setting
- Small urban area
- Donation requests
- Not RequestedDonations not requested (except school camps)
Nearby and future schools
The next stage in the journey, and the alternatives close by
Before and after school care
Practical questions to confirm directly with the school.
About OSCAR Programmes
Many New Zealand schools have OSCAR-approved before and after school programmes. These programmes provide supervised care, activities, and often homework help during extended hours.
- Typical hours: 7am-8:30am and 3pm-6pm
- Childcare subsidy may be available through WINZ
- Some are run on-site, others at nearby community centres
When visiting Snells Beach Primary School:
- Ask if after-school care is available on-site
- Ask about waiting lists and enrolment processes
- Check if school staff help transition children to care