INFORMATION TO NEW STUDENTS OF WAIMAPURU NATIONAL SECONDARY SCHOOL
CONGRATULATIONS for your placement at WAIMAPURU NATIONAL SECONDARY SCHOOL. A lot of students who have chosen Waimapuru NSS could not make it. You are therefore counted as very privileged to have been selected to the School. Your hard work and commitment towards studies and your preparations for National examinations in 2023 is highly commented. The School is expecting to see the same level of commitment and determination applied diligently in your studies and work at the school this year 2024 and beyond.
1. THE SCHOOL
Waimapuru National Secondary School is located on the island of Makira, some 10 kilometers west of Kirakira the Provincial Centre of Makira Ulawa Province. The School is one of only two state owned National Secondary Schools in the country and is administered under the Ministry of Education and Human Resource Development (MEHRD) School Services Division.
Waimapuru NSS was started in 1985 making this year its 40th year of continuous operation. Since its inception there has never been any major renovation to the Schools infrastructures hence most if not all of the buildings just as old as the School itself.
However, as the saying goes “do not judge the book by its cover”. Waimapuru NSS over the years had contributed enormously to the socio-economic development of the country. A good number of the country’s senior civil servants, contractors, private entrepreneurs, Politicians, academics and athletes have had their education there. The school will continue to stand steadfast to its school motto “TRAIN A YOUTH, BUILD A NATION”.
2. THE SCHOOL TERM
The official School Academic calendar is as follows. Term 1 begins on Monday 15th January and ends Friday 22nd of March. Term 2 begins on Tuesday 2nd of April to Friday 7th June. Term 3 begins on Tuesday 9th July and ends on 13th September and Term 4 begins on Monday the 23rd of September and ends on Friday 29th of November. All students are expected to be at the school campus before the beginning of each term.
3. SCHOOL CONTRIBUTION/FEES
The following are the approved fees for 2024
Waimapuru NSS School Fees
| Form | Total Fees (Boarding + Tuition) | Semester 1 70% | Semester 2 Fees |
| 1 | $1,200 | $840 | $360 |
| 2 | $1,200 | $840 + 2023 arrears | $360 |
| 3 | $1,200 | $840 + 2023 arrears | $360 |
| 4 | $2,200 | $1,540 | $660 |
| 5 | $2,200 | $1,540 + 2023 arears | $660 |
| 6 | $2,400 | $1,680 | $720 |
| 7 | $3,200 | $2,240 | $960 |
Note
- First Semester fees 70% to be paid during registration
- The balance to be settled before start of Semester Two
- All fees are exclusive of examination fees. Exam fees for Exam Classes are pending MEHRD decision. If charged, all exam fees are paid directly to MEHRD and/or MOFT
4. SCHOOL REQUIREMENTS
All students MUST bring the following School requirements with them
- School Uniforms (2 pairs). Can be obtained at various shops in Honiara and Kirakira
- Eating utensils (Plate, Cup, Spoon, drinking water container)
- Bush knife, Broom
- Laundry Bucket
- Toothpaste and toothbrush
- Beddings (mats/mattress, pillows, bed sheets etc.)
- Mosquito nets
- Torch lights and batteries
- Extra clothing
- Pocket money
NB: School requirements will be checked at the school. Students without any of the above requirements will be sent out to procure them.
Further note for easy and smooth transition for Boarding school life and learning, students MUST have
- Clean and neat haircuts, no long and bushy hairs
- No fancy haircuts, braided/plaited, dyed/tinted hairs
- No betelnut stains on the teeth
- No hand bungles, head scarf and hoods
- No MP3, portable speakers, mobile phones (approved students only) and other electrical appliances.
- Neat and tidy appearance
5. SCHOOL DISCIPLINE
As an educational institution and a National Secondary School, students are expected to demonstrate a high level of school discipline. All school organized programs such as classes, work sessions, afternoon and evening preps, and church services are compulsory to the expectations of the school will be dealt with accordingly in line with the school disciplinary rules and procedures.
Consumption of alcohol, smoking marijuana, stealing, and indulging in sexual related activities are regarded as serious breaches of the school rules and disciplinary procedures and therefore students are straightaway expelled if they are proved guilty of committing such offences.
All new students of the school will be inducted and supplied with a copy of the school rules upon enrolment and arrival at the School. Copies will also be posted on school noticeboards.
Further note, as per school requirements above, mobile phones and speakers are prohibited items. Students are encouraged to surrender them to the office of the Deputy Principal for safe keeping on arrival. Any unauthorized students found in possession of these items during the semester will be disciplined accordingly. Senior students (F7 and possibly F6) with laptops and phones must register it with the office of the Deputy Principal and School Tutor.
6. DRESS CODE
It is mandatory that students wear school uniforms to classes, school official assemblies, church services, during approved exits and other formal assemblies. Students are advised to at least have two pairs of uniforms prior to coming to school. During other times students are to wear decent clothing. Students without Uniforms into the second week of the Semester will be send out to procure them. It is advisable to pen your names on the inner side of your Uniforms to avoid confusion.
7. SHOPPING
The School operates a canteen where students can purchase toiletries, writing materials and consumable items. Whole sale shops are also accessible to students at Kirakira, Pakera and nearby villages.
Other information will be made known to you on arrival at School and during new student induction/orientation program.
THE SCHOOL CONGRATULATE, WELCOME AND WISH YOU WELL IN YOUR EDUCATION JOURNEY AT WAIMAPURU NSS.
Thank you
School Administration