Rotorua Lakes High School is a co-educational, state secondary school, which was founded in October 1971. It is situated in the eastern suburban part of Rotorua City. Our rohe consists of the eastern slice of the urban area and stretches inland from Lake Tarawera to Lake Rotomā, hence “Rotorua Lakes”.

The area is rich in Māori history, and the kōrero tuku iho of this place informs our work. Many maraes are found especially around the shores of Lakes Rotorua and Rotoiti. The school is on an attractive undulating site of some 5 hectares which has spectacular sweeping views over Lake Rotorua.

The grounds have been landscaped, and our planting has focused on natives, to support a strong ecosystem. The school motto is “Mauria Te Pono” (Keep Steadfastly to the Truth) and the emblem – the outline shape of a stylized Māori wahaika with the inside designed to picture the shapes of the Rotorua lakes is based on the form and history of the area.

We have a strong, diverse community, and are proud to be trusted with the care and education of our young people. We wish to grow students who achieve success in many areas, who have access to a wide and engaging curriculum, and who can pursue a range of co-curricular activities.

Ngā mihi maioha,

Gwyneth Cooper
Principal / Tumuaki