I tipu ake au ki Waerenga.
E noho ana au ki Te Kauwhata.
Ko Keri Whitaker tooku ingoa.

Kia ora koutou. My name is Keri Whitaker, and I am a local through and through. Having grown up on a farm in Waerenga and now living in Te Kauwhata with my husband and two grown up children, this community holds a very special place in my heart. I joined the TKP teaching team in 2025 after many rewarding years in Early Childhood Education. My background in ECE gives me a unique understanding of the foundational years, and I am passionate about supporting our Tamariki as they transition into their school journey. I value the strong community ties that make our school so special and I look forward to the opportunity to work alongside you and your children.