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Taita College is a state co-educational secondary school located in Taita, Lower Hutt, New Zealand. It was founded in 1957 and serves years 9 to 13 (ages 13 to 18). The school has a roll of approximately 400 students as of 2024. [1]
Taita College opened in 1957 to serve the growing population in the Taita area of Lower Hutt. The school was initially known as Taita College and Community Centre, reflecting its role as a shared facility for both secondary education and community activities. In the 1970s, the community centre functions were separated and the school became known simply as Taita College.
Taita College has a socio-economically diverse student body, drawing from several suburbs in the northern part of Lower Hutt. As of 2024, the school has approximately 750 students. The ethnic composition is roughly 50% Pākehā (New Zealand European), 30% Māori, 15% Pasifika, and 5% other ethnicities. [2]
The school is located on an 8-hectare site and has a range of facilities including classrooms, science labs, technology workshops, a library, gymnasium, sports fields, and a performing arts centre which is also used by community groups.
Taita College offers the National Certificate of Educational Achievement (NCEA) at Levels 1, 2 and 3. In addition to traditional academic subjects, the school has a strong vocational education program with courses in automotive engineering, building and construction, and hospitality.
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