History of St Anne’s School, Whanganui 📖

St Anne’s School has long been a treasured part of the Whanganui community, offering a nurturing Catholic education for generations of young learners. Located in Whanganui East on Raine Street, the school proudly serves students from Years 1 to 8 in a supportive and inclusive environment that reflects its strong Catholic identity. 

St Anne’s began its journey many years ago as a small parish school, rooted in faith and community. In its early days, the school operated from humble beginnings before moving to its current Raine Street site in the mid-1970s, providing a dedicated space for learning and growth. 

Over the decades, St Anne’s has stayed true to its mission of combining academic excellence with spiritual and personal development. The school’s Catholic special character underpins daily life and learning, weaving values such as excellence, courage, service and aroha into classroom programmes, school activities, and community life. 

Today, the school is recognised for its warm, welcoming culture and its commitment to meeting the diverse needs of its students. This includes tailored support through programmes like the Takiwatanga class, which provides specialised learning for students with complex needs. 

As a cornerstone of Catholic primary education in Whanganui, St Anne’s continues to nurture young minds and hearts, inspiring each student to learn, lead and grow with confidence and compassion.