St Bernadette’s School, nestled in the heart of Naenae on Wellington's Lower Hutt suburb, stands proudly at 190 Naenae Road as a bastion of co-education and inclusivity. With an approximate roll size of 121 students from Year 1 to Year 6, this full primary school fosters a rich tapestry where Pacific heritage is deeply interwoven into the student community's fabric—accounting for nearly half (49%) of its demographic makeup and reflective of New Zealand’s diverse cultural landscape.
Under the leadership of Principal Joanne Buckley, St Bernadette’s School champions a strong sense of values that resonate with respect, understanding, and unity among all cultures represented within their walls—be it Pacific or Asian students who together form 21% of this vibrant community. The school's commitment to embracing every student as part of the larger family is evident in its educational approach which celebrates diversity while providing a consistent, quality primary education experience for all learners regardless of their background.
The enrolment process at St Bernadette’s School welcomes children into an environment that prioritizes personal growth and communal harmony—a place where each student is encouraged to shine within the context of shared values and respectful co-existence, ens