The 2025/2026 Hukarere Hostel fee has been set by the Te Aute Trust Board at $10,355.00+GST.

Plus a $150.00+GST one-off annual Compulsory Activity Fee payable in Term One.

Fees are charged per term, with a quarterly invoice of $2,588.75+GST.

An initial payment/deposit of $1,500.00 is typically required to secure your daughter’s placement.

Please note students are charged for the full term, regardless of a late start or early withdrawal. We understand that fees can be a significant commitment for whānau. Please contact us early if you would like to discuss a payment plan to help keep fees up to date.

Withdrawal Policy

Parents are required to give one term’s notice in writing of the withdrawal of their daughter from the Hostel. Mid term withdrawals will not be refunded. This provision also applies to students formally excluded from the hostel for failure to meet hostel rules and regulations.

Payment Details

Hukarere Hostel is a separate financial entity from the main school. Accounts are generated from Te Aute Trust Board and all queries should be directed to the Hostel Manager hukarerehostel@waiapu.com or call 06 835 8230.

Account Details

Account name: Te Whanau O Hukarere – Hostel Complex
Account number: 02-0700-0002111-000
Reference: Please include your Customer No. in the reference field.

Important Financial Note

The Hukarere Hostel operates as a separate financial entity from Hukarere Girls’ College and is funded from boarding fees, with a generous contribution from the Te Aute Trust Board. It is important that all fees and incidentals are paid by the due dates to support smooth hostel operations and continued care for our boarders.

Travel to and from School (Boarders)

Travel/transportation assistance is provided by the hostel only during designated term time exits and returns. This assistance includes drop off/pick-up to Hasting’s bus stop or Napier Airport.

Travel outside of designated term time exits and returns is the responsibility of whānau to organise.