Ōhope Beach School

Imagine leading a thriving coastal school where teaching, community partnerships and an exceptional natural environment create something special.

Ōhope Beach School is a highly regarded Year 1–6 primary school in one of New Zealand's coastal communities. Our modern learning environments, values-driven culture and relationships ensure every child is known, valued and supported to achieve success. Proudly situated on the ancestral lands of Ngāti Awa, our kura embraces authentic place-based learning while maintaining high expectations for teaching, learning and wellbeing. Our PRIDE values—Positivity, Respect, Integrity, Diligence and Empathy—guide everything we do.

Following consultation with our staff, students and community, we are seeking an outstanding educational leader who will build on our strong foundations while confidently leading the next chapter of our school's journey.

Our next Principal will:

• Lead with empathy, integrity, fairness and professionalism.
• Be visible, approachable and committed to building authentic relationships with students, staff, whānau and the wider community.
• Inspire excellent teaching and learning through evidence-informed practice and high expectations for every learner.
• Champion an inclusive, future-focused curriculum that reflects our unique local environment and strong community connections.
• Provide sound strategic, organisational and financial leadership while working in partnership with the Board to shape the school's future.

• Lead change while preserving the special culture that makes Ōhope Beach School such a remarkable place to learn and work.

This is an exceptional opportunity to lead a successful, well-supported school in a community where education, people and place are deeply connected.

If you are an experienced educational leader who shares our vision and values, we warmly invite your application to become the next Principal of Ōhope Beach School

Please see page 7 of the Application Pack for details to arrange a visit to the school.

 Applications close 1:00 pm 14 August 2026