About Us

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Welcome to Taradale High School

Founded in 1970, Taradale High School has become one of the leading schools in the beautiful Hawkes Bay region. It offers a well-rounded education to approximately 1100 students from Years 9-13. The broad modern curriculum, and emphasis on student leadership, prepares students well for tertiary study and transition to life after school. 

Type of School: Co-educational, Secondary, State School

Motto: 

Piki ake. Kia maia.  Be Determined. Aim High. (Sir Edmund Hillary)

Our Values:

  • Whanaungatanga - Connect (our overarching value)
  • Manaakitanga - Respect
  • Takakawe - Strive
  • Waihanga - Create
  • Huritao - Reflect