Welcome to Sommerville

Together, learning to live our best lives.

Learn more

Nau mai, haere mai

Ko Belinda ahau

He tumuaki no te kura o Sommerville
Ko Maungarei te maunga
Ko wai-o-Taiki te awa
Ko Ngāti Pāoa te mana whenua

Sommerville School is a place of belonging, hope and transformation for our young people. We are proud to be a specialist school that wraps around students with complex needs, ensuring they feel safe, valued and understood as they learn and grow.

At Sommerville, we believe every learner deserves the opportunity to thrive. Through personalised programmes and strong, trusting relationships, we support each learner’s personal, social, emotional and educational development. Our approach is strengths-based, trauma-informed and deeply committed to nurturing wellbeing alongside learning.

Our vision, “Together, learning to live our best lives,” reflects the heart of what we do. We work in partnership with parents, caregivers and whānau, listening carefully, celebrating progress, and walking alongside each child’s journey.

Sommerville is more than a school – it is a community that holds our young people with dignity and belief in their potential.

No reira, tēna koutou, tēna koutou, tēna tatou katoa

Belinda Johnston
Tumuaki-Principal

Term Dates

2026 term dates

3 February: Wānanga Day
4 February: Term 1 begins
6 February: Waitangi Day
2 April: Term 1 ends
20 April: Term 2 begins
27 April: ANZAC Day observed
1 June: King’s Birthday
3 July: Term 2 ends
20 July: Term 3 begins
25 September: Term 3 ends
12 October: Term 4 begins
26 October: Labour Day
16 December: Term 4 ends @ 12.30pm

2027 term dates

Dates for 2027 will be confirmed closer to the end of the 2026 school year.

Quick Links

Here are quick links to important information to help you understand more about our school and community.

Specialist Services

Meeting the individual needs of every pupil.

Enrolment

We look forward to welcoming your whānau to Sommerville.

Parent Information

Key information and resources for parents at Sommerville School.

Careers

Explore opportunities to join the Sommerville team.

Our Learners

A diverse group of young people with unique strengths and needs.

Our Vision and Values

It is fair to describe Sommerville as more than a school.

What our community has to say

Parents frequently express deep gratitude for the school’s impact on their families.

The staff are attentive to his individual needs and work closely with us as parents to ensure he is well supported. We value the inclusive and caring environment the school promotes.

Emily Sikuea

We can’t imagine life without Sommerville — it’s more than a school, it’s our community.

Asish Prasad

The team truly understands our child’s needs and supports her growth every day.

Alireza and Soheila Gholamhoseini

Our child is happy, comfortable, and always excited to go to school.

Maria Baluran

The teachers are approachable, supportive, and genuinely invested in our child’s success.

Christine Choruwa

Our son has grown in ways we never imagined thanks to the care and dedication of the team.

Chloe Quinn

Sommerville helped our child gain independence in ways we never thought possible.

Meena Balaguru

We truly couldn’t do life without Sommerville and the incredible people behind it.

Deborah Hemmingson

Sommerville has provided a positive, supportive environment for our child’s growth and transition.

Ashna Farheen

We’ve seen a real positive shift in how our child manages emotions and daily challenges.

Sione & Kayla Vea

Our child has made great progress, especially in communication and confidence.

Sunil Karan

We’ve seen a real positive shift in how our child manages emotions and daily challenges.

Sione & Kayla Vea

Sommerville is always there supporting both children and their families.

Renuka Devi

Sommerville is a place where every child belongs and is treated with genuine respect.

Marla Masigan

We feel reassured every day knowing our child is happy and well cared for at school.

Sarah Cockcroft

Sommerville has empowered our child to connect with the world with confidence.

Spring Chen

It’s a truly nurturing environment where our child feels safe, encouraged, and able to grow.

Aztrix and Tafara Neho

The team has been patient, responsive, and supportive at every step of our journey.

Annie Wills

Sommerville is a special place where our children feel comfortable, safe, and supported.

Aumata Fred

Our whole family is deeply grateful for the love, care, and support we’ve received.

Punam Karan

Choosing Sommerville was the best decision we ever made for our child.

Philippa Smyth

Sommerville is a fantastic school with a team that genuinely wants every child to thrive.

Peter Parsons

We simply couldn’t do this without the incredible support of the Sommerville team.

Heidi Cox

We feel confident every day knowing our child is in safe hands at Sommerville.

Pavithri Edirisinghe

Sommerville provides a truly inclusive and caring environment for our child.

Emily Sikuea

Our son is so happy at Sommerville School, and that means everything to us.

Elizabeth and Mark Nooroa

Our child has improved in every way thanks to the support of the Sommerville team.

Puhi Murray

Sommerville has had a hugely positive, life-changing impact on our whole family.

Peter Joseph

I never felt alone, thanks to the unwavering support of the Sommerville team.

Hrisoula Lilley

Sommerville is a place where our child is truly understood, supported, and celebrated for who he is.

Belinda Jasotharan

Sommerville has been life-changing for our family.

David Family