Principal

'Quality Learning for All in a Caring Community'

Lead, connect and belong at Toko School.

You won't find Toko School at the end of a city street.

You'll find us where children arrive with stories from the farm, where generations of families have attended and where the school has been at the heart of community life for over 130 years.

Nestled beneath our maunga in eastern Taranaki, just 10 minutes from Stratford, Toko School is a thriving Year 1 to 8 rural school of around 110 students. Supported by a dedicated team of teachers and support staff, engaged whānau and a committed board, we are proud of our strong community connections, rich rural traditions, and commitment to quality learning for every child.

Central to life at Toko School are our Learning Stars: Wellbeing (Hauora), Personal Best (Pūhitaioreore), Connected (Whanaungatanga), Learning to Learn (Ngā Akoranga Hōhonu), and Citizenship (Manaakitanga). Together, they guide the qualities, skills and attitudes we seek to grow in every learner.

We are seeking an exceptional principal who can build on our strengths while leading us confidently into the future.

Our ideal leader will:

• build strong, authentic relationships with students, staff, whānau and community
• inspire high quality teaching and learning environments
• understand and embrace the opportunities and challenges of rural education
• honour what makes Toko special while encouraging growth and innovation.

This role offers the opportunity to lead a school with genuine community support and strong whānau engagement, where relationships are valued and connections make a real difference for learners.

You'll work alongside a committed team, know every child by name, and help shape the future of a school that sits at the heart of its community.

Come and help shape the next chapter of Toko School.