New year 9 families for 2026 have been emailed a letter and form to complete on 14th October 2025.
We are excited to welcome our confirmed new students for Orientation Day, giving students a chance to get familiar with Garin College, meet staff, current students, and your fellow classmates!
Location: Te Wharemaru at Garin (next to the main car park)
Meet at: 8:45am for a 9:15am startWhat to bring:
Dress comfortably — no uniform required 
Morning tea snack 
Water bottle 
Lunch will be providedMeet your Whānau Teacher
Your whānau teacher is your key contact for personal and educational support at Garin. In the afternoon, students and caregivers will have a brief 8–10 minute meeting to start building this important relationship. If caregivers cannot attend at the allocated time, don’t worry — we’ll look after you! (See email for allocated times)
We can’t wait to see you and help you get ready for your journey at Garin College in 2026! 