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Bunnythorpe School is a rural school situated between Feilding and Palmerston North which caters for Year 0 - Year 8 pupils. The majority of families have at least one member of their family commute to one of the centres for work and only a minimal number of families are engaged in true rural farming activities. Our school buildings were totally remodelled and modernised in 1996 with the aim retain a traditional yet innovative working environment for pupils and staff.  

Staff members maintain a flexible, adaptable approach to teaching and use digital technology to support learning and teaching in classrooms. All staff are a dedicated professional group who give that little extra to assist the Bunnythorpe School and the wider community to pursue and achieve its goals, academically and culturally.  

We are part of the Kainui Cluster which promotes inter-school cultural, sporting events for our students and professional development and collegial support for teachers. Being close to Palmerston North and Feilding, the school has ready access to educational services and facilities such as speech therapists and educational psychologists in association with the Special Educational Services. It also works with specialists from Massey University College of Education.

OUR VISION 
Our children will be confident, connected, active learners and positive risk-takers. 

OUR VALUES

Respect to: others, self and property; Compassion; Integrity; Excellence.

OUR MISSION
To provide quality learning that prepares our students for their future by nurturing:
The growth of knowledge and understanding (Taha Hinengaro Matauranga)
Values, attitudes and beliefs (Taha Wairua: Whai mana, whai oranga, whai tikanga)
The development of tools and skills for learning (Taha Tinana: Nga pukehga hai ako)
And embraces our relationship with the land (To tatau hononga ki te whenua)