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Update re the Proposed Cancellation of the Integration Agreement for St Joseph’s School, Patea
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Consultation closed on 2 April 2026. Having considered all the feedback provided, the Ministry of Education, together with the Proprietor, is now proceeding to request that the Minister of Education consider the mutual cancellation of the school’s Integration Agreement. As previously advised, if the Integration Agreement is cancelled, the Proprietor intends to close the school. We expect the school will remain open until the end of this year.
An overview of the consultation is provided below.
Overview of consultation regarding the proposed cancellation of the Integration Agreement for St Joseph’s School, Patea
Consultation was undertaken through a combination of face-to-face hui, electronic communication (including email, the St Joseph’s School Patea website and Facebook page), advertisement in the Pātea and Waverley Press, and via the Ministry of Education’s online Consultation Hub.
Consultation summary
No formal objections were received to the proposed cancellation of the Integration Agreement and the intended closure of St Joseph’s School, Patea.
At community hui, some attendees expressed sadness that matters had reached a point where cancellation of the Integration Agreement and subsequent closure was being recommended. However, attendees indicated an understanding of, and acceptance of, the proposal and the information presented.
Minutes were received from a special meeting called by the St Patrick’s, Pātea and St Francis de Sales, Waverley Parish Council. Those present at the meeting (13 persons) unanimously agreed that St Joseph’s School, Patea should close.
No written feedback or objections were received via the school office, the Ministry of Education’s Consultation Hub, or from the school boards contacted.
Acknowledgements were received from iwi and NZEI in relation to the proposed cancellation and closure, with no objections raised.
We acknowledge that this is a difficult matter for the school community and thank everyone who took the time to engage with the consultation process.
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Kia Ora Welcome to St. Joseph’s School Patea
Our school opened in 1904 and is an integrated Roman Catholic School for boys and girls from New Entrant to Year 6. We are a decile 2 School situated, situated in the small coastal township of Patea in South Taranaki.
St. Joseph’s School offers a balanced education based on and encompassing the ideals and values of Jesus Christ. School policies and programmed activities strive to capture and live the Special Character of our School.
Out learning programs cover the New Zealand Curriculum Learning Areas and Religious Education. Programs within the School are developed with regard to the composition of the community and relevant to the immediate environment. The School strives to provide a safe and happy learning space that welcomes all people and whanau involvement.
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